Black Lodge - The End

Imperials,

If you do not already know, you will very soon, Vodo Bonias will be named as the new XO of the Empire.

I have endured a long struggle in IHC on many fronts and many issues. The end for me comes now.

I cannot, will not, accept any role for myself in the Empire in which I find myself responsive to Vodo in any way, shape, form or circumstance.

I could go on extensively as to why I feel this way, and it's effects for the Empire and it's future. I will only do so one on one in private.

In the end, I must quit my beloved Empire, one that in no small part, despite my detractors, I helped build. I am not retiring, nor have I been asked directly to leave.

I am not upset, angry or pissed off that I was not named XO of the Empire. That has zero to do with my decision. I am leaving for the one reason I stated.

It has been clear to me for quite some time that I am not wanted here, not respected, nor even cared for enough to communicate with on any level. That is why I let go, sat back, saved my energy and watched the inevitable unfold. Alone, I would not continue to fight those who lacked sense, fortitude or reason.

This is my biggest failure, to those who felt as I did, but remained silent. I can only hope that some of them will take the torch and lead on.

You can choose to believe it or not, but the truth is this is the begining of the end of a great many things for the Empire, for all Imperials. It is a sad moment in our history.

Even though I had to literally run like the commmon thief away from Coruscant for fear of my life, I am still strong in mind and will....and then some.

I am proud of those I served with for and beside, those I considered peers in the real sense. I retain my pride, and no one can take that away from me, or any of you.

Know this, that at a moments notice I am ready, willing and able to serve the true Empire and all true Imperials. You have but to call upon me.

Be strong, serve the Empire. Be Imperial!

Black Lodge

Historical Note

The above message, entitled The End was sent to all Imperials by Grand Admiral Black Lodge in early Year 5 (17/03/2004). Vodo Bonias was elevated to second in command of the Galactic Empire the next day.