The One - Who We Are

[Matt the Radar Tech]

THE ORDER OF THE ONE​

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The Order of the One is based on the twin pillars of unity and diversity. The order of the one is focused on resloving what they consider "false dichotomies" that divide and keep other organizations or groups from being effective. Light, dark, or other are all just paths or tools to be used to reach their goals. In the event of oppression, the Order of the One comes in to bring hope and resisstance. In the aftermath of a war, the Order comes in to bring life and security. In the event of rebellion, the Order brings swift justice and retribution.The goal of the Order is to bring unity and the means for those within to reach their destiny.

The purpose of the Order is to live by the Creed of the One. Whether Ceres himself came up with it himself, received it in a vision, or he heard it from another wise sage, it is unknown. What is known is that its principles are based onbringing cultures together, and individuals of various backgrounds under a common roof to meet their destiny.Rather than a set of rules or a dogma, the Creed of the One is a set of guidelines to be used to reach their destiny. It liberates a being from a need to do or adhere to any thing else. Morality is set aside as a tool rather than absolutes or a standard.

Requirements to enter into the Order of the one is very simple.

All one needs is the desire to reach their destiny. Then, they have to be willing to put into the Order to the degree that they take out from it; Ceres is always one to remind those who wish to join that a well one draws from must be refilled. Those who do join find themselves among diligent beings who want nothing more than to also reach their purpose for existence. Force use or a specific alignment is not a requirement.Specific requirements for one's destiny is not required either, Ceres reminds with a very tongue in cheek way that each clock is composed of very distinct cogs. Every being has their own destiny, however, Ceres has begun to hint that his meditations are revealing a deeper One Destiny that may soon be on the horizon.

Ceres Cluvius is the found of the Order of the One, and serves as its Regent. He directs the Order, and is very clear to make the distinction that he is not its "leader." Every being is their own leader, he is merely an enlightener or director. Second, Ceres' role is to interpret the Creed. As an enlightener, Ceres sees himself fit with the duty to help show others the way with wisdom that they need in the right moment. Third and finally, Ceres role as the Regent entails the orderer. Someone has to make sure the bills are paid, the gears are greased, or they will fail to continue to turn. Ceres serves as that function.

Under him there is a very lose hierarchy that is based on merit and skill. Leadership is fluid, with beings taking the helm where and if they are the most skilled. Usually these roles are filled by his twin children, Liber and Libera. As the physical manifestation of the duality of the Force, the two of them each have their own skillset that is incredibly honed. Liber generally holds leadership over all things military. Libera generally holds leadership over all things diplomatic. However, it is not uncommon for Ceres to pick individuals to run what he feels they are the most skilled for--or to take volunteers for what they desire and feel skilled for. Leadership in one moment over one thing does not mean general leadership over all things; a great general is not guaranteed to be a great politician or deal maker.

While violence is a way to gain things, the Order of the One is not militaristic. When provoked, they have no problem fighting back, but Ceres is quick to remind the hot headed that there are more expedient ways to accomplish their goals. Moreover, he is one to remind them that the lives spared from massive combat are the same lives able to build homes, bake bread, and build ships. Within the Order, the craftsmen seem to hold a higher standard than elsewhere in the galaxy. Craftsmen and skilled laborers are valued for their abilities. Knowledge is a key to successful living.

Currently, the Order of the One is based in Confederacy space on Doldur. Here Ceres has stepped in and showed on its surface what exactly his doctrines can do; in a matter of a year he has stepped in and helped bring a planet from civil war and anarchy back to civilization.Here the Order is preparing homes, shops, and plans to contract ou to businesses. They have all but taken the planet of Doldur as a protectorate and lead it as such. Here Liber and Libera serve as the twin pillars on which this has been built by Ceres' hands.