Jedi Council - Expansion

[Varus Shatterstar]

I believe it's up to the Council, not the FA's, despite three of them being FA anyway.

 

[Corvus Raaf]

Is there any interaction with the Silver Jedi, the Jedi Academy's Satellite groups, or the Sanctum? Just wondering.

This was a recent topic and not limited to the Council. Some external Jedi bodies have formal interaction, others don't.

For example, Corvus is the liaison for the Silver Jedi. If someone wants to be the liaison for the Sanctum for example, they only have to ask.

 

[Aran Finn]

Putting me on the Council might be a bit hasty.

[member="Quorl"], however, has never not been a Jedi and is a proven winner when it comes to maintaining factions and being a reasonable, wise writer with a lot of expertise.

[member="Michael Sardun"] has been back recently as well. Wasn't he on the Council back in the day?

 

[Corvus Raaf]

Thanks for all the input and yes, you're all right, it's not a vote.

To echo Kian's opening post, we'll be considering if a Jedi is active, is a GR Jedi, does stuff* for the Republic, exemplifies IC what it means to be a Jedi. What I suspect is an obvious set of criteria.

*a technical Jedi Council term

 

[The Spark]

I support Quorl, and Jannik.

 

[Seraphina Shel'tah]

This won't be a FA decision, meaning, I won't be making any decision as to who is made a council member. I voiced who I thought belonged on the council, even if my reasoning was flirtatious, I do actually believe Varus should be a council member for being one of the most active Jedi Knights in the faction. It is fantastic to see all of the nominations from everyone for other folks. It shows that we think highly of one another!

 

[Aela Talith]

Will it be a vote?

Jedi participating only of course.

 

[Seraphina Shel'tah]

[member="Aela Talith"]

I believe this is being discussed by the current council members, but I could be wrong.

 

[Corvus Raaf]

Will it be a vote?

Thanks for all the input and yes, you're all right, it's not a vote.

LOL

 

[Seraphina Shel'tah]

Good thing I put in that "I could be wrong" clause! No consequences!

 

[Aela Talith]

I thought that referred to public vote for the faction, not the Jedi as well.

May I ask why?

 

[Corvus Raaf]

[member="Aela Talith"]

Of course you can...

The simple answer is that it's not a popularity contest. The criteria have been clearly laid out in this thread many times.

The Council can sort the nominations based upon what has been identified as a minimum set of needs. If we have too many, we can rotate them - given they are temporary roles.

 

[Aela Talith]

I see.

But why not simply filter out the nominees with said criteria then allow the Jedi to vote on those that are found suitable? Would that not be the same thing but give people an input on who is leading them?

 

[Kian Karr]

I thought that referred to public vote for the faction, not the Jedi as well.

May I ask why?

Also, in sticking with canon, it wasn't a voted upon matter. The Jedi Council chose who to elevate to the position.

 

[Zenitha Chuma]

[member="Aela Talith"]

I wouldn't want it to be a vote. Should we vote on the outcomes of the Senate hearings? What about the next mission for G.R.I.M.? I think I'm fine with RP plotting being handled by those telling that part of the story, and that's really what this is.

 

[Varus Shatterstar]

Be nice, [member="Corvus Raaf"]

 

[Jsc]

I see.

But why not simply filter out the nominees with said criteria then allow the Jedi to vote on those that are found suitable? Would that not be the same thing but give people an input on who is leading them?

It has been expressed that the Jedi Council does not "Lead". Rather, they "Council". It would appear that every Jedi is their own Master, Commander, and Harbringer. Which is awesome and very low maintenance. I approve.

I suspect that elections need not take place because no one would be ascending or gaining anything other than an exemplar's position of mutual respect. Not a position of power or authority. Corvus has already mentioned that special positions need only be asked for. Personal initiative being the only qualification. One need not be a Council Member to represent the Order as a whole. (also, awesome and very low maintenance.) Lot's of opportunity going around. It's kinda cool.

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As an example. Recently the Antar Dominion saw a small group of Padawans representing not only the interests of the Jedi Order but also of the Republic too. We required no special title nor lordship to go forth and work in the best interests of the Faction in a massive political operation. There was no "Master" to lead, no "Admiral" to govern us, and no "Councilor" to guide us.

Paddy Power to Antar!

 

[Aran Finn]

I'll put 200 pound on Sportington Sporters, please.

 

[Jsc]

[member="Alen Na'Varro"] Ah. A game of cards sir?,

 

[Fen]

All the supporters of other nominations are great, but are they necessary? I was under the impression the choice would be between the FAs, or perhaps the current Council members' writers. Or is this a public vote?

It is merely affirming the fact that a great many people wish to see this person in the Council. Which gives the Council and other potential voters perspective as to the mood of the Republic.

Since we are still, after all, a Republic.

Aren't we?