The Shado-pan Vanguard
"Our fellowship is our strength."
- Taran Zhu༺═──────────────────────────────────────────═༻
The Tip of the Spear
Ordered by a council of upper-echelon Shado-pan, a preemptive strike force known as the Shado-pan Vanguard was created as an extra layer of defense for the vulnerable continent. With the Shado-pan’s diminished numbers, all able-bodied Pandaren, both spell-weavers and warriors alike, are encouraged to lend their skill in the defense of the homeland.
Under the command of Wardens Haru Silentstep and Xun-Feng Tsang, the Vanguard uses its strength to combat Azerothian threats, while also offering aid to the mainland in times of need.
Expectations
- Lore Knowledge
It is preferred that applicants have a working knowledge of Warcraft lore and an overall understanding of Pandaren lore. However, we understand that some players may be new to Pandaria’s storytelling and as such we are more than willing to help out! However, Shado-pan characters are expected to have some knowledge regarding the Shado-pan as an organization, and follow its lore to the best of their ability.
- “Bend, not break, lore.”
The Vanguard strives to present as close a representation to the Shado-pan organization within lore as reasonably possible. We recognize that all player-written characters and organizations are ultimately fanon, and as such, lore-plausible creative liberties are welcomed.
- Avenues for Advancement
The Shado-pan Vanguard currently offers a main-story campaign and later additional events, which through participation offers members the opportunity to further themselves within its ranks. New recruits begin as Initiates, later ranking up to Adept, then Bulwark, and finally to Vanguard with full honors.
- Roleplay Opportunities
In addition to our official calendar, members are encouraged to engage with each other outside of events, participating in casual roleplay at either the Monastery or campaign-relevant base of operations. Furthermore, we offer several in-character channels within our server where players may engage in roleplay even beyond the game. Presently, events primarily occur on Friday and Saturday nights, although with a flexible schedule.
Recruitment
Recruitment Status: OPEN
Vanguard aspirants are expected to complete a brief out-of-character application. If accepted, our officers will contact you via in-game mail to schedule an in-character interview, which allow leadership to determine if your character meets the specifications for this volunteer initiative made up of some of Pandaria’s most resolute defenders.
Note: Recruitment occurs in waves so as to not overwhelm our officers, and as such we may not always be able to accept everyone at once. If your first application is not accepted, don’t be afraid to send another our way in the next wave! Furthermore, we are willing to provide feedback as to why your application was denied if requested.
If in-game contact mail is inconvenient, feel free to leave your Discord username in the space designated for additional information. Thank you!
Apply Here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdERX95gYvURCKPpYI0XqGMAYqmGrTyI0A6JcLKoXxfpZEMgw/viewform
Contacts
Haru Silentstep, Warden
- (Discord): gariongaer
- (Battlenet): Haru#1812
Xun-Feng Tsang, Warden
- (In-game): Xunfeng
- (Discord): spacekakes
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