Beginning the Warrior's Path, by Lord Tarati

[Rhysand Sekker]

This document was originally written by Lord Tarati

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Introduction

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With the current state of the universe, the Sith face a challenge to fight the Republic through the use of attrition, and as such this documentation will be both to teach and be a point of reference for Acolytes to rely on and potentially for those above their station.

The Sith is a way of life, will always be demanded to join in on missions and the war alike. For some, its desk jobs and management of the Sith order in varying degrees of responsibilities. Yet, there is always the spine of the empire, the Bulwark of the truth domination.

The Sith Warriors, Marauders and the juggernauts fulfilling certain requirements to carry the war forward, for as much as Assassins are viable and required they aren't frontline fighters. So it falls to the backbone of the Sith fighting force to fill its gap, yet there’s plenty of culture with the Sith of hold, and how traditionalism brought this caste of Sith forwards.

Acolytes within the Empire while weak still command the Force, and as such are expected the weaponise it into a devastating weapon, and a tool for victory. A combination of Force Powers are required to validate yourself as an effective combat Sith, and its the core that will determine your survivability in your Acolyte Hood and beyond.

An Acolyte for those above the rank of Apprentice will be considered expendable and be nothing more than chaff for the one higher up the food chain, or be in the charge with the higher ranking Sith into combat, in either case, you need to be prepared for the hardships and psychological conditioning which is the way of the Warrior Doctrine.

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Simplicity

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The bliss of simplicity while lacking the less dull complications of a well-calculated, it is a sure way of assuring one’s survival. An example of which is to react to a situation in a clear and simple response, you will die if you consider a complicated plan during an ambush, you deserve to die. An example of which is to hold the capability to call out incoming threats, coordinate through simple call signs and being able to respond to these orders - an example of which is being able to identify a flank and being able to express a counter manoeuvre by coordinating a shift in the combat line, or giving a command to flank the flankers. A charge is as easily conveyed by a mere single order and expression of your body.

Simplicity may also come in other shapes and forms, of which a lot may offer minimalistic solutions ergo effective responses under pressure. Haircut, armour, weapons, battle tactics to even force powers. There will be further reading materials for the future to both examples and lessons about military tactics and simplistic manoeuvres.

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Shii-Cho

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The go-to form that you as a Sith is demanded to know and understand as a standard, every other form as an Acolyte is either a fine addition to your arsenal or a waste of time. While the other Lightsaber forms have their uses, for an Acolyte of the Horuset Powerbase not understanding the basics of the Shii-Cho form will contact the Assistant Overseer, the Blade Master or their assistant in training your blade work further.

For those wishing to dip their toes into the foundation of Lightsaber combat or perhaps wish to have some reading material, head over to the current documentation of the form: “The Blademaster's Guide to Shii-Cho”

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Core Powers

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As a foundation, a few examples will be made for which abilities are recommended to utilise during combat:

Spoiler: Danger Sense

While unrefined and far from a perfect method of avoiding damage or danger itself, it serves as a method to keep your body and mind on alert for potential dangers. For while this danger sense will serve as a warning, your Danger Sense will not tell you where the danger comes from or how to counteract it. Yet - if you’re on your feet and aware of your surroundings, it will be enough to keep you alive. A piece of advice, know what you’re fighting, how many people there are around you and the nearby terrain, put yourself in a situation where you use your surroundings around you and keeping your back clear from potential ambushes.

Spoiler: Force Push

The bread and butter for a Sith, quick and easily accessible in a single motion of your arm with every little focus required in its usage. If you want something shifted or redirected, a well-placed push onto everything from a small dagger or an incoming boulder. A singular force push will and always will be a reliable power.

Spoiler: Force Augmentation

An excellent power in bursts, using the force to empower one’s strength and speed and push above one’s limits in the force. While the application is more limited to Acolytes and unrefined to the extent of a Sith Apprentice, it is, in the end, a burst of power to get a physical edge, along with closing the distance between you and your enemy.

While Acolytes in time may approach the overseers in an attempt to gain Force Speed in their arsenal, it ill-advised due to the energy usage of the power will not be worth the payoff, contain yourself to Force Jump for more mobility.

Spoiler: Adept Powers

Due to the nature of Adept powers, they aren’t advised to learn to practice in a battlefield scenario. However, these powers thrive in utility and applying creativity to a situation. Yet sees very little use in instinctive responses except for perhaps Sith Lightning. Rather than learning the adept powers in an attempt to get the upper edge, familiarise yourself with the core powers and those which are viable instinctive response powers. No one will believe you’re reliable if you prioritise Force Wound over a Force Push in a crucial situation.

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Cohesion

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As Acolytes within the Sith Empire, you’re not expected to lead, nor will you defy the hierarchy of which the Sith Empire has placed in an attempt to gain control over a group of Force Users, even more so as an Alien of the empire. Yet, lest you forget that the chain is as strong as its weakest link, assure that you’re not that weakness.

Yet, there will be times where you will be required to lead a group of Acolytes in case of an emergency or if the Sith leading you and your Acolytes is either pre-disposed or not within range. Your priority will as a combat leader to reunite with a higher ranking Sith, or if able - complete the objective and honour the standing orders you were given. Failure to act accordingly will result in severe consequences for neglecting one’s duties. For both you and the Sith that failed to uphold a structure in the ranks.

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Group Composition

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Think in threes, for every Apprentice, there will be three of you to work together as a cohesive group. For every three people, there will be a singular leader, a leader of which that must be capable of putting themselves into a task and accomplish it without thinking otherwise.

If you perchance get the opportunity to lead a group of Acolytes, congratulations for dominating the rest, yet you’re expected to understand the ranking structure as an Acolyte. You and -only- you will report to the higher up for incoming situations while keeping a fluid and clear line of communication between your group, failure to uphold this line of communication will result in a less than alert state of mind and the removal of this privilege. Yet, competition is encouraged and in the end, everyone is your rivals.

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Closing Words

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You’re still in your infancy - you will either learn, find a place in the empire and present yourself as a capable Sith or die, and perhaps stagnate. This is the knowledge that is expected to be understood and studied, expanded upon to fit your own way of combat. Nor is this a complete guide in how the field of combat work.

There’s a distinction between being a mindless meat brute and a capable warrior, and it is as simple as how you carry yourself during and after the conclusion of combat, are you a reliable asset? Are you unhinged, are you a coward? All traits which can easily be picked up with your actions and your response to a situation. For while this documentation will go through the very foundation of what is defined as the basics, there’s much more to know in how to evolve yourself as both Sith and a capable combatant.

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