Public Character of the Month - July 2025 - Voting!!!

[WelshPsych]

Here are your nominations with the reasoning for them!

I would like to take this time to nominate [IMG alt="Darth Solipsis"]https://www.starwarsrp.net/data/avatars/s/17/17909.jpg?1752115065[/IMG] [FONT=BlinkMacSystemFont]Darth Solipsis[/FONT] as the character of the month.

Despite a lengthy OOC absence from the board, Solipsis has once again returned and shown that he is the defacto bad guy on the board today.

This character stands among the small list of great villains that are universally known and remembered by the community in it's twelve year run. What makes this character fantastic and a standout (at least for me) is that despite being a Sith Lord, Solipsis is not aligned to the Sith Order (and it's many iterations over the years) which makes him a unique villain as virtually every other "main baddie" character has been in the TSO. He has made multiple factions (most linked to the Imperial remnants) feel like genuine threats which has historically always been filled by the TSO/TSE or other Sith-centred factions such as the One Sith from 2015.

His comeback this month through the creation of the Galactic Empire and the consequential invasion of Coruscant has been phenomenal with the faction (and it's previous iterations in the form of the Dark Empire, Brotherhood of Maw and New Imperial Order) standing as one of the greats with a long, vibrant, rich history of lore and character development for everyone and their characters of which would not be possible without the galactic threat that is Darth Solipsis.

While other characters nominated this month will have likely contributed to far more threads and post count in comparison to my nomination today, Darth Solipsis and the posts written under the sub-account have been superb. There are many bad guys on this board but few carry the weight behind them as does this character when they post in a thread. When he says or does something you feel like anything can happen making him the perfect foil for the good guys in the Galactic Alliance. Star Wars is nothing without it's bad guys, and in roleplay, the best you can hope for is to feel like you're in a story that fits in from a galaxy far, far away.

With everything Solipsis is involved in it feels exactly like that, and the Coruscant invasion posted this month (where I participated under the sub-accounts of [IMG alt="Velis Arden"]https://www.starwarsrp.net/data/avatars/s/53/53535.jpg?1750789839[/IMG] [FONT=BlinkMacSystemFont]Velis Arden[/FONT] and [IMG alt="Vireth"]https://www.starwarsrp.net/data/avatars/s/53/53589.jpg?1751556098[/IMG] [FONT=BlinkMacSystemFont]Vireth[/FONT] ) is the most fun I have had on the board since I returned to writing here in February 2024. I'd like to thank Logan for coming back and making great Star Wars stories again as Darth Solipsis, and I hope he is rewarded for his efforts with COTM for July, 2025.

I'll agree on [IMG alt="Darth Solipsis"]https://www.starwarsrp.net/data/avatars/s/17/17909.jpg?1752115065[/IMG] [FONT=BlinkMacSystemFont]Darth Solipsis[/FONT] , whatever I hear and read about the character is generally amazing and the return from oblivion, right in the heart of the GA is ofcourse something that just sparks inspiration and admiration.

I would like to nominate [IMG alt="Xeykard"]https://www.starwarsrp.net/data/avatars/s/21/21675.jpg?1607843963[/IMG] [FONT=BlinkMacSystemFont]Xeykard[/FONT] for COTM. He’s an excellent character whose partnership with Black Sun feels genuine and intriguing. I’ve enjoyed seeing him come along and seek opportunities in the Underworld, and I’m eager to see him at work in our upcoming invasion.

As a resident Khajiit player in every Elder Scrolls title, I’m also a fan of 3rd person speech patterns - this one likes them very much!

I nominate [IMG alt="Jerec Asyr"]https://www.starwarsrp.net/data/avatars/s/15/15515.jpg?1612137686[/IMG] [FONT=BlinkMacSystemFont]Jerec Asyr[/FONT] - a thoroughly entertaining criminal scum who is always meddling to make things interesting for himself and other characters.

I'll back [IMG alt="Jerec Asyr"]https://www.starwarsrp.net/data/avatars/s/15/15515.jpg?1612137686[/IMG] [FONT=BlinkMacSystemFont]Jerec Asyr[/FONT] . Was a joy reading him in the Kaggath thread as well as seeing him pop up in smaller public threads, adding fun twists.

I'd like to nominate [IMG alt="Rinea"]https://www.starwarsrp.net/data/avatars/s/53/53554.jpg?1752702000[/IMG] [FONT=BlinkMacSystemFont]Rinea[/FONT] who has been an inspiration since rejoining the board and especially since making this new character with a stranded Mirrorverse empire behind her. I mean, just the concept alone deserves an award right?

Some fantastic threads showcasing this peak intelligence officer include:

• Handshake
• Dig In (a beautiful example of how she psychoanalyzes and gets in ppl's heads as a spy)
• Scarcity
• REDACTED
• Reach(important context for the next two)
• Wield
• Directive: Purge (culmination of everything started in Reach\Handshake, it's been so fun watching it all build up to this!)

(don't forget her upcoming thread, it launches today!!)

I'll second the Lizard, tbh. I'm a sucker for up and coming Sith stories.

My vote? [IMG alt="Klar"]https://www.starwarsrp.net/data/avatars/s/12/12725.jpg?1750115270[/IMG] [FONT=BlinkMacSystemFont]Klar[/FONT] - earnest brand-new four-armed Padawan who's quietly adding a lot of life and authenticity to the Jedi ecosystem. Faction, Private, First Reply, Invasion, all kinds of threads, almost 200 posts in the last month. I'm biased in that I've done quite a few threads with her writer at various points over the years, but I haven't written with this one, this is just me as observer. For real, don't sleep on checking out what Klar is up to.

I'd like to nominate Caltin Vanagor Caltin Vanagor

This man has always been such an anchor for any jedi order he's been in. He's had a beautiful story of trial and being a better person. It is an end of an era and he gave his life to protect Coruscant, a true Jedi and a true hero.

I feel like we don't get to see these kinds of stories ending in such gut wrenching ways. Reading the last moments of a monumental character like Caltin brings such a humanizing nature to a powerful giant. We got a beautiful glimpse into his last moments and as he knew the choice he made was the end - he accepted it with grace.

Its a rare moment, but this post in the invasion brought tears to my eyes and I just wanted to bring this writer's, this character's story to the light.

You've done a beautiful job Caltin!

Honestly? I nominate the 8 Million Man [IMG alt="Razmir Tezhyn"]https://www.starwarsrp.net/data/avatars/s/52/52844.jpg?1752276554[/IMG] [FONT=BlinkMacSystemFont]Razmir Tezhyn[/FONT] . This dude's a fantastic writer, a great sport, and he's driven a lot of wonderful content. He was a pleasure to write with in the Overbooked Venue thread and the Kaggath has been awesome to see.

Glazing [IMG alt="Darth Solipsis"]https://www.starwarsrp.net/data/avatars/s/17/17909.jpg?1752115065[/IMG] [FONT=BlinkMacSystemFont]Darth Solipsis[/FONT]

Truly a great list of nominees presented. I think I need to add to it. I nominate [IMG alt="Acier Moonbound"]https://www.starwarsrp.net/data/avatars/s/53/53232.jpg?1753045753[/IMG] [FONT=BlinkMacSystemFont]Acier Moonbound[/FONT]

While I have not written anything alongside this character, I have been reading. That is why I'm nominating. There are many character's on here that I like and check in on but few have captured my interest like this one. Chef's kiss to everything I've read. So fun. So interesting. So consistent, and present despite not being a part of any one faction formally. Acier is a very sick character!

Their writer is also a breath of fresh air. I truly appreciate their optimism and energy. I feel blessed to occupy the same spaces as them. I think they are a wonderful addition to any community. They also have other great characters for folks to check out.

Going to go ahead and nominate [IMG alt="Xeykard"]https://www.starwarsrp.net/data/avatars/s/21/21675.jpg?1607843963[/IMG] [FONT=BlinkMacSystemFont]Xeykard[/FONT] as everywhere I've seen them, they've been a great read injecting some fun into their scenes.

Going to nominate [IMG alt="Ashin Cardé Varanin"]https://www.starwarsrp.net/data/avatars/s/19/19038.jpg?1702395029[/IMG] [FONT=BlinkMacSystemFont]Ashin Cardé Varanin[/FONT] for killing me. We had fun with it, now my wonderful likeness is being used for evil. Enjoy the creaky knees.

I'll third [IMG alt="Klar"]https://www.starwarsrp.net/data/avatars/s/12/12725.jpg?1750115270[/IMG] [FONT=BlinkMacSystemFont]Klar[/FONT] ! Great to write with, a beautifully-nuanced character, and gives the best hugs.

+1 for Caltin Vanagor Caltin Vanagor . Beautiful sendoff.

Just now catching up on some reading, and this one hit hard. Caltin was one of the first characters mine ever interacted with, and I've always enjoyed reading his work. Whether during invasions or some of the faction threads I've come across, he's always stood out!

I've been meaning to respond to this! This is a very sweet nomination. I am glad you feel so strongly about my character! I certainly try to make things interesting, though there are a lot of great choices here.

I would like to nominate [IMG alt="Vestra Tane"]https://www.starwarsrp.net/data/avatars/s/31/31546.jpg?1671193463[/IMG] [FONT=BlinkMacSystemFont]Vestra Tane[/FONT] for COTM. Though we haven't written too much together yet, I have thoroughly enjoyed every post I've read. Her antics, her portrayal of the Force, and her ambitions as a scheming Sith criminal are chef's kisses as it were.

I’ve been thoroughly impressed by The High Republic’s noble house rp that has been taking over the faction with the Naboo election storyline (definitely not biased lol), and I love all the heavy hitters that has been fuelling the plot.

With that being said, I would like to specifically nominate [IMG alt="Aurelian Veruna"]https://www.starwarsrp.net/data/avatars/s/52/52960.jpg?1749841875[/IMG] [FONT=BlinkMacSystemFont]Aurelian Veruna[/FONT] the GOAT for the 4D Chess of eliminating his own father out of the equation and getting the reputation boost while put it in writing so eloquently.

 

[Tegan Starfall]

I want to make it clear I voted under duress so my vote cant be used as blackmail later. >>

But so many good choices it was a hard one.

 

[Caltin Vanagor]

I want to make it clear I voted under duress so my vote cant be used as blackmail later. >>

But so many good choices it was a hard one.

Bish, I will haunt you!