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= Bylaws, Charter, and Joining Information =


==STATEMENT OF PURPOSE==
== About ==


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]].
The Obsidian Tower will stand as the proud symbol for the Dhe'nar elves and our culture. It will implement the same ancient and proven governing system used by our homeland in Sharath to uphold our beliefs, and dispel untruths about our people so that we may educate those around us, and enlighten them to our Ways.


== Current Officers ==
The out-of-character purpose of this house is to promote role-playing, and to show others that one can play a "dark" character within the boundaries of Simutronics policy. This house will give younger players something to aspire to, and give guidance to many that would otherwise disregard the laws of Elanthia and Simutronics policy.


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.
==STATEMENT OF GOVERNING==


In addition to the Obsidian Council, two additional support Officers may be represented from among the general membership.
There will be two governing bodies over the Obsidian Tower. The first of which consists of the house officers listed above. The term of the officers is for life. The only purpose of the house officers is to manage the mechanical aspects of the house and its relations with the Elanthian Housing Authority. An officer's position is considered vacant if the officer is not heard from in a period of two months or more.


{| {{prettytable}}
The true governing body of the house will be the Obsidian Council.
! 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 [[/Charter#Article_III:_Leadership|Obsidian Tower Charter]].
The Obsidian Council will be formed of 5 members (this is the internal house governing system, which does not conform to the normal house officers. Members may or not be house officers to participate in the Council.) The seats are as follows:


== How to Join ==
The Warlords Chair<br>
The High Priest/Priestess Chair<br>
The Warlocks Chair<br>
The Balance Chair<br>
The Obsidian Chair<br>


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.
In all matters brought before the Council, each chair will have one vote, except the Obsidian chair, who will only be allowed to vote in the event of a tie or stalemated floor.


For more information on membership requirements, see the [[/Charter|Obsidian Tower Charter]].
The term of the council seats is to be for life. The only way one will loose their seat is in the event that a challenger for a certain seat makes a formal proposal to the Council. The Council will then vote to decide if the challenge is valid (i.e. determine if the challenger has the responsibility for the position). The challenger and the chair holder will then be locked in a special room in the tower. One will emerge the new chair holder. It is up to the two to determine who is to hold the seat; this may be by talking it over amongst them by debate, by bribery, or by defeating the other in combat. This is the Way of Dhe'nar elves, a cleric will always be on hand when the two are locked inside. No one is to know what goes on inside the Chamber of Fate except the two inside.


==BYLAWS==
== Lore ==


* "[[Regarding_the_Way_(essay)|Regarding the Way, a Treatise]]" by [[Mnar]] Akurion
===Membership Requirements/Procedures:===
* "[[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 ==
Each initiate must be of Lord or Lady Status before they will be considered for acceptance. Each initiate must also have a proven background that is relative to the Dhe'nar elves and their customs, but not necessarily be a Dhe'nar elf. Each initiate must prove, by reputation, to role-play whenever possible and to consistently stay in character. Each initiate must be in good standing within the realms of Law in Elanthia, and be in good standing regarding Simutronics policy. The initiate upon acceptance into the House will require a 500K fee.


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


* [[The_Circle_of_The_Way_(log)|The Circle of the Way]] presented by Talinvor
The purpose of this house is to promote unity amongst its members. Each member will be considered "Family" and treated as nothing less. Any member asking for assistance regarding any matter whatsoever, providing that it is moral and within the boundaries of law, is to be assisted by whatever means available. Disputes in-house or out are welcome to be brought before the Council for judgment. Any manner of Magic or Enchantment is to be granted to any house member requesting, provided the necessary mana exists.
* [[The_History_of_Torture_(log)|The History of Torture]] presented by Talinvor


==Interviews==
===Membership Rules and Regulations:===
* [[TownCrier/Faction_Attraction/Obsidian_Tower]]

Each member is required to act with as much pride as our Dhe'nar ancestors, and to continually strive for perfection, as is the Way taught to us by the Arkati. Each member must act within the confines of the Law, and to bring their disputes before the Council before they escalate into violence. Abuse of House privileges will not be tolerated. Anyone caught selling items enchanted by the house to nonmembers will be considered by the Council before they are expelled.


== Outside Links ==
* [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]
* [https://sites.google.com/site/dhenarculturelore/home Dhe'nar Culture & Lore] website archive, maintained by Serenwy


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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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