The Luxn Order, also known as The Virtiz by some, is a noble religious order of Anarkians united in their devotion and utilization of Ashla, or the light side of Kavana. They generally served as mediators, but also as guardians and warriors. They also followed The Code, which governed their way of life, and therefore duty-bound them to observe and uphold the Code or risk expulsion from the Order. However, an Anarkian may voluntarily leave the Order whenever they choose without punishment, and may even return.
The Order is able to sense and identify Anarkians through Kavana shortly after birth, usually between six months to a year old. Offering an Anarkian child to the Order was considered both a great honor and personal sacrifice. Familial attachment, while not forbidden, was usually surrendered in service to the Order.
The Code
Also known as the Virtiz Meditation, it's a series of rules that governed the Order's actions and embodied its beliefs, teaching them ways that would prevent them from falling to the dark side. The mantra of The Code is as follows:
There is no ignorance, there is knowledge
There is no wealth, there is enlightment
There is no chaos, there is harmony
There is no passion, there is serenity
There is no emotion, there is peace
There is no death, there is Kavana
There is no wealth, there is enlightment
There is no chaos, there is harmony
There is no passion, there is serenity
There is no emotion, there is peace
There is no death, there is Kavana
The rules of The Code can be found below, and are taught to all Initiates.
⟣ Accept the dark side within you and conquer it. Let go of anger, hate, jealousy, greed, selfishness, aggression, and fear of loss.
⟣ Do not seek revenge.
⟣ Do not kill an unarmed opponent.
⟣ Masters or Knights can have only one Padawan at a time.
⟣ All lives are precious, practice compassion and mercy
⟣ Rely on your instincts, be mindful of your emotions
⟣ Do not fear death, for it is inevitable.
Ranks
⟣ Grandmaster: the oldest and wisest member of the Order. This title is currently held by the Tharakian named Valen (NPC)
⟣ Master of the Order: the unanimous elected leader of the High Council. This title is currently held by _(open)
⟣ High Council: twelve Masters that govern, guide, and lead the Order. they often convene to discuss and deliberate galactic events, as well as discern the will of Kavana. the council currently consists of: (1/12)
— Aetheria Luxis
⟣ Master: A Knight with great experience, readiness and deep devotion to Kavana. they are also expected to continue learning on their own terms. Can only be offered the rank by the Grandmaster or Master of the Order.
⟣ Knight: a Padawan that has completed their training and passed the Luxn Trials. they are not allowed to pursue studies on their own terms, instead needing permission and guidance from a Master of the High Council.
⟣ Padawan: an Initiate that is deemed by a Master as ready for one-on-one training. they showcase their skills in the annual Luxn Tournament. must pass the Luxn Trials to become a Knight. they are marked by a single braid worn over their right shoulder. those without hair used braided decorative headpieces made of silk.
⟣ Initiate: Anarkian children that are recruited by the Order. must pass the Initiate Trials to become a Padawan.
Trials
1. The Gathering: A rite of passage for Initiates, teaching them to trust their instincts, overcome their personal fears, and find a Kyber crystal attuned to their Kavana presence in order to build their own lightsaber. They are escorted by a Knight or Padawan to the planet Acruria in groups of 6-10. Once there, they descent into the Kyber Caves on their own, using Kavana as their guide to finding their Kyber. Since the Caves are also a Vergence, the high concentration of Kavana exposed the Initiate's deepest insecurities. Once overcome, a Kyber will illuminate in the hue of the Initiates presence, usually blue or green but occasionally other colors.
2. The Initiate Trials: A series of tests given to Initiates to give them the title of Padawan. In order to gain the attention of a potential master, they must also participate in the Luxn Tournament, which is a ceremonial lightsaber duel held once a year so the Initiates can showcase their aptitude in Kavana. Once passed, the Initiate is give the title of Padawan, and begins one-on-one teaching under a Master or Knight.
3. The Luxn Trials: A process Initiates took in order to achieve the rank of Knight that typically took place in their teen to young adult years. Once passed, they were given the title of Knight in a ceremony, where their braid or headpiece was cut via lightsaber or removed. Initiates are tested in their skills in teamwork, the lightsaber, and their ability to use Kavana to enhance themselves in combat. The rest of the trials are as follows:
⟣ Trial of Courage: confronted with visions of their greatest fears. must show fearlessness even in the face of certain death.
⟣ Trial of Attachment: subjected to visions of terrible fates befalling the object or person they are most attached to. must choose between protecting them or sacrificing themselves for the greater good.
⟣ Trial of Spirit: subjected to their own shortcomings, designed to give an opportunity to resist their weaknesses.
⟣ Trial of Insight: tested the ability to resist illusions and deceptions, usually in the form of a riddle or puzzle.
⟣ Trial of Sacrifice: subjected to visions in which they must trade life to protect the defenseless.
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