Founding and Purpose
The Eclipseborne are a specialist Thalassian order beneath the jurisdiction of the Sunfury Spire. The Fall of Dalaran, a bastion of magic and former staging ground against greater forces that previously threatened Azeroth time and again, created a pressing need to mount defenses to combat any potential danger that could befall Quel’Thalas. Such a group required not only fine tactical minds and military prowess expected of elite Thalassian orders, but those intimately familiar with their enemy and the risks both; to house elves who did not fear the methods required of them to safeguard the sin’dorei people from the coming dark.
So was the order of the Eclipseborne formed. Under the new precedence that such threat imposes upon the High Kingdom, the order combines the powers that lead the way to Quel’Thalas’ future as well as those that shaped its tumultuous past. In the doing so, they believe they are those best equipped to face the Harbinger’s threat when, not if, its eyes turn upon the Kingdom.
With this in mind, the Spire has sanctioned the Eclipseborne to accept wielders of both Void and Fel, as well as Death Knights and Demon Hunters. Though considered highly controversial amongst many, the Eclipseborne believes in the need to use all means available to them to fulfil their purpose - though the unliving and the fel-changed will be subject to more stringent evaluation.
Hierarchy
Scions
Current: Magistrix Vel’arys Emberthrone / Surveyor Eraevin Blackwood
The two leaders of the Eclipseborne, representatives of the equilibrium of Magic protecting the Kingdom. Though their loyalities lay with the Spire, the Scions hold a measure of independence regarding the order’s affairs, acting as liason between the order and outer connections throughout the Kingdom.
The Scions are responsible for every elf beneath the banner of the Eclipseborne and serve as the example to which all beneath them aspire. They command, organize and evaluate the elves in their employ, and represent the Eclipseborne at large.
Eclipseborne
The body of the order itself, those granted the title Eclipseborne represent the ideals of the Kingdom and the Spire. They can be recognised by the golden ring they are given upon successful completion of their trials. From among the Eclipseborne, leadership roles can be assigned in the absence of the Scions.
Eclipseborne members are granted a monthly wage issued by the Spire, including a percentage coverage of any damages or injuries sustained while in service.
Envoy
As a reflection of the prevailing bonds between the Blood Elves and the Nightborne, allies from Suramar upon passing their Aspirant trial will be granted the rank of Envoy. Envoys are bound by the same rules as the Eclipseborne and are granted the same benefits though receive a ring inverse to the one bestowed to elves of Quel’Thalas.
Aspirant
The unproven entrants to the order, the Initiates seek to earn their place within the Eclipseborne through the trials of their service.
While they will be subject to the assessment of their fellow Eclipseborne, their worth shall be decided ultimately by the Scions. Aspirants are granted a monthly wage issued by the Spire, lesser than that given to proven Eclipseborne.
IC Rules
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The chain of command must be obeyed and acknowledged. All decisions made by the Scions are final.
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Any endangerment to the lives of your fellow Eclipseborne or those under its ward will be met with appropriate punishment.
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Confidential information regarding the Eclipseborne’s activities is not to be shared with those beyond its ranks.
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Once issued, the Eclipse Ring must be worn when on duty or deployment. It is recommended it is worn at all times as an indicator of your status within the order.
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During deployment and campaigns, all elves must be appropriately equipped and armoured. Members must dress in colours befitting the Kingdom, its orders, and its magics - favouring red, gold and black while prohibiting blue.
OOC Information and Rules
Eclipseborne is a Horde-side Blood Elf roleplay guild, seeking to explore not only the progressing narrative of the World of Warcraft setting but the part each one of its elves has to play, offering our members in-depth, interpersonal campaigns, events and storylines that explore a sect of elves who look ahead to Quel’Thalas’ uncertain future without abandoning the darker strengths of its past.
The guild’s application process is overseen entirely in character, and an In Character interview must be carried out before a character may join the guild proper. Any interest should be forwarded to our recruiting officers (via roleplay or an IC letter) and meetings/interviews can be decided from there.Though we accept Blood Elves and Nightborne of all classes, Nightborne Death Knights need not apply.
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The Eclipseborne is strictly an 18+ guild. Though the guild itself does not explore mature themes as a focus, some discussions, jokes or content within the discord is only suitable for adults. For the safety and security both of minors and our guild members, if we discover you are a minor you will be asked to leave.
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The Eclipseborne is an LGBTQIA+ friendly community. Any behaviors including but not limited to racism, sexism, homophobia, xenophobia or bigotry are strictly prohibited and to engage in such will result in immediate removal without warning.
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Respect roleplayers outside of our community. Trolling, disrupting, or targeted disparaging of fellow roleplayers is strictly prohibited.
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Members are requested to refrain from god-emoting, metagaming, or any other acts that may disrupt others roleplay experiences.
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The guild holds an expectation of consistently high activity - which includes both social interaction within Discord/the community and attendance to events/campaigns. Any notable absences should be forwarded to the officer team ahead of scheduled events at your earliest convenience. Real life must always prioritize in-game, but we do appreciate any notice!
(Consistent absence without notice may result in warnings, followed by demotion to Aspirant or removal after consecutively unheeded warnings. We will always endeavor to discuss such at length with anyone where we are able to find a suitable outcome, taking into account all variables.)
Should you have any questions, feel free to contact Eraevin and Velarys.
