The Seekers of Illumination

[T.G. Oskar]

Welcome to the Seekers of Illumination.

This is a club dedicated to the sharing, development, and propagation of knowledge. As well, the club has as a main point the idea of altruism; of being benevolent towards others, regardless of belief or creed. Yet, we are also a club that promotes RPing in the forum, in one way or another, be it RP or RP Battle.

Our activities include the discussion of a variety of themes. As you may know, there's a place on the forum called Intellectual Discussion. We do not seek to replace or undermine such place. Feel free to participate on any particular discussion you like. In here, however, we seek to discuss themes with a degree of politeness and respect. The themes to discuss will change with time, and may be submit by any member. If the theme discussed has not been posted within the aforementioned forum section, and proves to be popular, we shall seek to share the theme with the general population.

As well, we seek people willing to participate in the Role-Playing section of the forum, grouped within a particular banner. Since the previous incarnations of our club, we have, albeit very slightly, participated under the banner of good, as the Faction of Light. We seek people that desire to participate on Role-Playing threads, or within Role-Play Battles, be them skilled or unskilled.

The requisites to become a member are relatively simple. There's no need to be skilled on discussion or with Role-Playing: those skills can be developed with time. The main requisite to enter is to post an application, explaining in a paragraph why do you consider yourself an altruist. Do you like to help others with their lives? Do you abhor injustice, in one way or another, and seek to resolve such? It does not have to be a long paragraph: about 5 lines should be enough. After that, I shall consider the application and decide if it is valid. One exception to the rule, which will be cause for denial of an application, is to belong to one of the other Factions (either the BoD or the Masters). If so desired, they may seek to participate as guests: however, their participation shall be limited only to discussion issues. Aside from seeking membership or guest status (if belonging to one of the aforementioned factions, or other factions were they to exist), no other TFFer is allowed to post. Notable exceptions are the Faction Leaders and their appointed Ambassadors, in the case of any notice they desire to write off.

The thread seeks to follow the rules of the forum, which are located in this location, linked here. Considering a discussion may cause people to be offended, we shall request and enforce members to behave in a polite manner, and also to accept and respect the opinions of others. Failure to abide by the rules will be considered a reason to expel from membership or remove guest status.

Having said that, please feel at home within the club. Any questions or comments, please feel free to PM me.

[Sinister]

*Bright white swirls appear as a door opens and a cloaked man makes his way into the room.*


"So it's Official? We're officially dead? Hah..."

Officially-officially?

Eh. ><
They're still calling us The Light Club...I mean...they have to drag their festering cimmerian bones into 2008.

Well their white-nittering aside. I am glad that you brought this to my notice, Oskar. I did not see this.

I'm sure other club members will gather sooner. This club is reborn yet again like a Phoenix, like a Christ. It warms my heart to see it reshape itself.

Considering the rebirth and all, we should begin preperations for a club RP in celebration... Ooh...and possibly work up details on...ranks aiee...so much to do.

We'll follow your lead, Oskar. 'Tis only you who could do the job. We'll all work on our levels of activity. I suppose the only thing left to do is wait for the other members.

As for Govinda...well...bit of unpleasant news, sir. She is indisposed. A cursory look at the bottom of the GC forum will only worsen this story so please refrain.

But she witnessed the manslaughter of a little girl by a red Ford. She is a little more than distraught and our best prayers, wishes and thoughts should go to her. She has a bit of a heavy burden on her sleep nowadays. But I have heard she intends to return at some future date. So patience and prayers.

-Sin

[Silver]

* Chaos rips reality and another enters, a shell of a man tormented by irrational thoughts and a lack of knowledge of the limits of everything he struggles to comprehend*

HAHAHAHAHAHA. That's the first thing I have to say, concerning of course the 'death' of this club. As a person who sees himself as just one of many manifestations of an all powerful force of chaos, I don't die too easy. Or do I? It really depends on one's definition of death now, doesn't it. Needless to say as long as I have an internet connection and the desire to stay online, one which doesn't really seem to be dwindling, I'll be active. I'm more than happy with the flexibility of this club...

I'll post my application thing as well, just in case:

Why do I consider myself an altruist? Well that's simple. Though I may not always go about things the right way I almost live for others. At times I HAVE lived for others, especially during periods of disillusionment. I'm known as a supporter of vigilantism where it doesn't have any commercial or other sleazy purpose behind it, and have been known to willingly help most people who merely ask. Flat tire? I'll help. Someone trying to mug you? I'll help you out. It has almost killed me a few times, but I wouldn't have had it any other way.

As for Govinda, I too was wondering about her. And more than a little worried as Sinister well knows from MSN...
I hope she comes through as well as possible. And Govinda if you read this, know you can ask me for anything I'm capable of giving. I'm sorry you had to see what you saw...

Finally, if there's an RP, I'll try to haul my weight, but I think I'm mainly here for the discussion. Keep it interesting.

[T.G. Oskar]

Good to know I have support. I just didn't wanted to feel like I bothered by constant reminders.

Sinis, despite that warning of not seeing the post and everything, I felt more than inclined to see it. I thus assume it is better that Miss Govinda be better kept alone and unbothered, until proper time comes in which she may seek an answer.

Pity, for I assumed she was one person with a strong mind, to be shocked in that way... Heck, I still stand to that position. She'll hopefully recover, though I assume that if she returns, she will be razor-sharp honed to any discussion.

Closest thing I ever saw was looking at my mother's friend trying to take her life away...about a year of that, and that very same person is living a very productive life.

Uhhh...I think that little thing of worrying about others' tragedies is overtaking my official position. Let's talk about something else, shall we?

Ranks, ranks...I have had something in consideration, but it must be parting from a very distinct view. Ranks for warriors, for debaters, and for both should be underway, but I think that ranking is still too early a thing to speak of at the moment. But...perhaps on the line of holy warriors, mages (evoking their ancient definition of "wise men", as emerging from the Magi), and...priests? Philosophers? Poets? (I like that last one: if you see the manga of Chevalier D'Eon, you'll see what I mean), each corresponding to the type of contribution. Something that stays far from stereotype is a good idea (with the sole exception of Paladins...I have a personal taste for the class)

That shall be a theme to discuss further on.

Role-Play...yeah, I assume that, with the rebirth of the club, there should be a refreshing of the RP thread we once had. Perhaps make a very small retcon, holding the idea of traveling to a plane of Illumination as planned, but parting from a different perspective.

To sum this all up, as always, opinions, ideas, or suggestions are always welcome (yet spam and flaming are not ) I would also give the...how to say, honor (?) of initiating the first discussion to be held to whomever wishes to. Mainly, for two reasons. One is because I want you people to cooperate. The second? Laaaaaziness.

I shall be parting for the moment, although there is something I wish to discuss...privately. I shall send a PM in order to discuss that private matter.

*blinks out of the thread as a beam of light dissolves the body into atomic matter*

VOICE FROM THE BEYOND: I like that last idea, of RP-popping into here.

[Aerif]

Well, I joined via PM recently. Or not so recently, I recall it being at least a fortnight ago.

Of course, there wasn't a discussion going on so I kept my mouth firmly shut and neglected sharing my knowledge *cough*.

I don't really have anything additional to add, I also can't remember what convinced me to make a post... Or actually the lack of a complete post, I guess it was to inform you that I joined.

*Sigh* If short-term memory loss was an appropiate subject to talk about then I'd suggest discussing that, however it's not, and I'm sure there's much more valid things to be said and done.

[Violet]

I'd like to join this club, because I am not one for violence, so BoD is out of the question. I've always tried my best to be kind to people and be a shoulder for them to lean on. I was raised as a Christian, so I believe that there's a God and heaven/hell. I'm a pretty good person at heart .. I've never been the one to hurt someone, but the one to be hurt by others. I respect those who are honest, fair, and kind individuals.

I can RP as well and I may participate if it gets going.

[Sinister]

Let it be known that I far respect Annikit and that she has proved her powers as a creative and kind person. Celtic can vouche for the same. A fine addition to any SOI club. What say you?

-Sin

[Silver]

Originally Posted by Sinister

Let it be known that I far respect Annikit and that she has proved her powers as a creative and kind person. Celtic can vouche for the same. A fine addition to any SOI club. What say you?

-Sin

I can and do. She's also very capable of higher order thinking and is great at role play as well as most anything creative. For whatever these little snippets are worth, she has my vote.

[Fishie]

Mind if I join?

The reason why I want to join this club is because what makes me an altruist is I tend to put others and there issues or needs before I put myself and my desires. I expect nothing in return but only the fact that I've helped them achieve something they wanted to.

Also, friendships are something I highly value. Loyalty, trust, and respect are the three key things that I believe is what makes good friendships. If someone that I talk to is having a problem or needs someone to talk to then I'm there to listen and I'm there to try and help.

I also believe that having an open mindset on life itself and what it has to offer is something that I truly appreciate. You live life once and I believe that being able to learn important things such as by investing through friendships and going through new experiences is really beneficial in the long run.