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== About ==
== About ==


The Obsidian Tower is a player run organization based around the [[Dhe'nar]] culture of [[dark elf|dark elves]]. It is the oldest of the Dhe'nar focused houses and its members have contributed to the creation of lore for the culture, some of which has been adopted and officially made canon.
The Obsidian Tower is a player-run organization based around the [[Dhe'nar]] culture of [[dark elf|dark elves]]. As a member of the [[Cooperative Houses of Elanthia]], its members have contributed to the creation of lore for the Dhe'nar and [[Khanshael]] cultures, some of which has been adopted and officially made canon. The Obsidian Tower itself is located in the [[Upper Trollfang]] outside of [[Wehnimer's Landing]].


== Current Officers ==
== Current Officers ==

Leadership within the Obsidian Tower takes on two forms. The primary Officers are referred to as the Obsidian Council, which consists of five Dhe'nar and one Khanshael advisor. The Highlord leads the Obsidian Council and the entire Tower. The other four Dhe'nar Council members each represent the four traditional castes: Temple, Warlock, Warrior, and Worker. The Armsmaster represents the Khanshael of the Tower.

In addition to the Obsidian Council, two additional support Officers may be represented from among the general membership.


{| {{prettytable}}
{| {{prettytable}}
! Throne designation || Council Chair role || Officer
! Throne designation || Council Chair role || Officer
|-
|-
| Obsidian Throne || Highlord || Avaia
| Obsidian Throne || Highlord || [[Avaia]]
|-
|-
| Black Ora Throne || Emissary/High Priest(ess) || Zeminar
| Black Ora Throne || Emissary/High Priest || (empty)
|-
|-
| Onyx Throne || Essence/High Warlock || Archious
| Onyx Throne || Essence/High Warlock || [[Talinvor]]
|-
|-
| Rolaren Throne || Warlord || Tabubu
| Rolaren Throne || Warlord || [[Tabubu]]
|-
|-
| Clear Glaes Throne || Balance || Talinvor
| Clear Glaes Throne || Balance || [[Meliyara]]
|-
| Invar Throne || Armsmaster || Kreigh
|-
|-
|}
|}

For more information on the distinction between these roles, see the [[/Charter#Article_III:_Leadership|Obsidian Tower Charter]].


== How to Join ==
== How to Join ==


The Obsidian Tower is dedicated to recruiting and retaining active, contributing members who have a vested interest in the Dhe’nar culture and its affiliated cultures through quality roleplay. To get involved, seek out one of the current Tower members, join in on its weekly hunts, or attend one of its public events.
[[/Charter|Obsidian Tower Charter]]

For more information on membership requirements, see the [[/Charter|Obsidian Tower Charter]].

== Lore ==

* "[[Regarding_the_Way_(essay)|Regarding the Way, a Treatise]]" by [[Mnar]] Akurion
* "[[The_First_Manifesto_(essay)|The First Manifesto]]" by [[Talinvor]] (Tah'lon Vorrith)
* "[[The_Departure_(short_story)|The Departure]]" by Kree Morlain; a fictionalized account of Tahlad's departure, relating to this part of history
* "[[Understanding_the_Departure_of_the_Dhe'nar_(essay)|Understanding the Departure of the Dhe'nar]]" by [[Silvean]] Rashere; a Faendryl's biased perspective regarding this part of history
* "[[Fall_of_Sharath_(short_story)|Fall of Sharath]]" by Kree Morlain
* "[[Duk'sa_(short_story)|Duk'sa]]" by Starsnuffer Sunslayer; the Duk'sa, or Shadow Hunters, are part of the Warrior Caste
* "[[Warrior's_Tale_(short_story)|Warrior's Tale]] by Kree Morlain
* "[[Warrior_Song_(song)|Warrior Song]]" by Shiliara deSharath
* "[[A_Q'hala's_First_Year_(essay)|A Q'hala's First Year]]" by [[Tabubu]]
* "[[Creatures_of_Sharath_&_Eh'lah_(essay)|Creatures of Sharath and Eh'lah]]"
* "[[The_Stareater_(short_story)|The Stareater]]" by Starsnuffer Sunslayer


== Events ==
== Events ==

The Obsidian Tower periodically holds public events, workshops, or lectures, such as its celebration of the Dawn of the Way.

* [[The_Circle_of_The_Way_(log)|The Circle of the Way]] presented by Talinvor
* [[The_History_of_Torture_(log)|The History of Torture]] presented by Talinvor

==Interviews==
* [[TownCrier/Faction_Attraction/Obsidian_Tower]]


== Outside Links ==
== Outside Links ==
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* [http://forums.play.net/forums/GemStone%20IV/Cooperative%20Houses%20of%20Elanthia%20(CHE%60Great%20Houses)/Obsidian%20Tower/view Obsidian Tower folder on the Official forums]
* [http://obsidiantower.com The Obsidian Tower] Official Site
* [https://sites.google.com/site/dhenarculturelore/home Dhe'nar Culture & Lore] website archive, maintained by Serenwy
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*[http://forums.play.net/forums/GemStone%20IV/Cooperative%20Houses%20of%20Elanthia%20(CHE%60Great%20Houses)/Obsidian%20Tower/view Officials folder]


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Latest revision as of 12:15, 27 February 2024

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About

The Obsidian Tower is a player-run organization based around the Dhe'nar culture of dark elves. As a member of the Cooperative Houses of Elanthia, its members have contributed to the creation of lore for the Dhe'nar and Khanshael cultures, some of which has been adopted and officially made canon. The Obsidian Tower itself is located in the Upper Trollfang outside of Wehnimer's Landing.

Current Officers

Leadership within the Obsidian Tower takes on two forms. The primary Officers are referred to as the Obsidian Council, which consists of five Dhe'nar and one Khanshael advisor. The Highlord leads the Obsidian Council and the entire Tower. The other four Dhe'nar Council members each represent the four traditional castes: Temple, Warlock, Warrior, and Worker. The Armsmaster represents the Khanshael of the Tower.

In addition to the Obsidian Council, two additional support Officers may be represented from among the general membership.

Throne designation Council Chair role Officer
Obsidian Throne Highlord Avaia
Black Ora Throne Emissary/High Priest (empty)
Onyx Throne Essence/High Warlock Talinvor
Rolaren Throne Warlord Tabubu
Clear Glaes Throne Balance Meliyara
Invar Throne Armsmaster Kreigh

For more information on the distinction between these roles, see the Obsidian Tower Charter.

How to Join

The Obsidian Tower is dedicated to recruiting and retaining active, contributing members who have a vested interest in the Dhe’nar culture and its affiliated cultures through quality roleplay. To get involved, seek out one of the current Tower members, join in on its weekly hunts, or attend one of its public events.

For more information on membership requirements, see the Obsidian Tower Charter.

Lore

Events

The Obsidian Tower periodically holds public events, workshops, or lectures, such as its celebration of the Dawn of the Way.

Interviews

Outside Links

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