Hi all,

I hope you have all your holiday shopping done!

• New Activity Requirements!
  • Due to the expansion of our guild and to ensure our membership activity, we will now have activity requirements. Guild members unable to provide a minimum activity level as stated below will be REMOVED from the guild if a slot is required for a new recruit. Audits will take place monthly.
  • Guild members will be required to have "Last Log-in Date" no greater than the following per rank:
    • Recruit: 1 week
    • Member: 2 weeks
    • Veteran: 3 weeks
    • Officer: 1 month
  • Guild members that need to take a break or go on vacation from the game may request a leave-of-absence from the GM. The GM will approve leave-of-absences brought to his attention. Guild member will be granted 1 month protection. Guild member must renew leave-of-absence at the end of the month. If guild member feels extended leave is necessary or will be in the future, please send an email to Ashiram. Considerations will be made based on request.
  • Please see [1] for more info.

Hello everyone. Have some news for all!

• Promotion!
  • Congratulations to Roosterillusion for attaining the rank of Veteran! His is our first Veteran to be promoted from Recruit in one day through our Rank System. A new record! Roosterillusion, we salute you. May you reach all your goals and dreams!
  • Congratulations to Desespoir for attaining the rank of Member. May you continue to strive forward!
    • All guild members who wish to be promoted, please see Rank System for more info!

• Guild Screenshot - December 27th -> 8:15 PST (UTC-8) !
  • I would like all to take a guild screenshot of everyone. If you want to join in, please log-in at the date & time above! Meet at the Guild Hall.

• Over 70 Members! Recruitment is now officially LIMITED!
  • We have made significant gains over the last week. As of right now, we are only considering 5-Star Geared players and EXCEPTIONAL 4-Star Geared players with the desire to reach 5-star. Very soon we will have activity requirements to ensure that each spot is used by an active member. If you are planning on a vacation or break, PLEASE let me know. Friends of guild members, NOW is the time to join us! Contact Ashiram for more info.

• Rule & Guidelines Changes
  • If you plan on taking a break or vacation, please inform the GM.
  • By some chance you feel lost, go to Haven 9. That's our "home" Haven.
  • Guild chat will be spoken in English. If you wish to use a different language, use /tell and carry your conversation elsewhere.
  • <Cloud Nine> members are allowed one character to be tagged. Alts are not allowed without GM approval. Alts will be the first to be removed in the event of population cap.
  • Former <Cloud Nine> members are allowed to be re-invited back to the guild ONCE with the rank of Recruit only with GM approval. Consideration of factors will be taken in account. Future re-invitations will NOT be considered except in exceptional circumstances.

• Guild wiki fixes
  • Too many to name. Revamped and reworded numerous entries for clarification. Let me know if you find a typo.

• Secret Santa
  • Secret Santa: A concept where every person in a group is assigned a random person to buy a present for. In return, they will receive a present from another person whom they don't know the identity from until the last moment.
  • Requirements to enter the event:
    • Only C9 guildies are eligible to join.
    • Guild member should contact me, Suprvoo.
    • Participants have to update their recipe wishes at Cloud Nine Trading Post to make it easier to find appropriate presents.
  • The event itself will go as follows:
    • Once people sign up, they will be assigned someone to buy a present for.
    • Presents have to have a worth of at least 5K cr or 75 Ce, there is no maximum limit.
    • It's not allowed to contact your target to ask for their wishes, it is however allowed to ask other guildies to do it for you.
    • When delivering the present, add a nice poem or friendly message in which you share the Holiday spirit.
  • Joining the Secret Cloud Santa event is possible until the 23rd of December 0:00 GMT+1 (6 PM NY, 3PM LA)

Thanks everyone for all you do and your continued support of <Cloud Nine>. See you next year!

Greetings,

I hope you are having a great holiday season. We are growing faster than ever! It was amazing just a month ago when we first started with just a handful of players. Now we are over half of the Max cap for a guild! Some very important announcements:

• Promotions!
  • Congratulations to Nozip for attaining the rank of Officer! His is our first Officer to be produced through our modernized Rank system. His friendliness and abilities are a testament to his what we look for in our next generation of Officers. Carry on Nozip!
  • Congratulations to Bithetoy & Korh for achieving Member rank. We look forward to see both of you rise to greater levels!
    • All guild members who wish to be promoted, please see Rank System for more info!
• Trading between guild members
  • I have noticed trading and loaning between guild members. This is good to help out your fellow guild members. However keep in mind that <Cloud Nine> is NOT responsible for any deal/loan you make between each other. Personally I don't like owing people money or loaning for more than I have too. And if I do, I make good on my payment immediately when possible. I find that a lot of quarrels happen because of deals not honored. We ask that if you do decide to loan/deal with another guild member that you HONOR your agreement as soon as possible. I have noted that in our Rules & Guidelines. If you ask me to enforce a deal you made with someone, I will decline. Trust me, you do NOT want me arbitrate in your dispute. Just keep that in mind.
• In-Guild Recipe & Material Trade
  • Suprvoo & Cheshireccat have created a Google Document SK:C9 Trading Post. This is for in-guild trading of Materials & Recipes to help each other. If you wish to participate please contact Suprvoo & Cheshireccat. Visit Cloud Nine Trading Post for more info.
• Dissolving all Guild Alliances & Treaties
  • As the title says, I am ending all our guild treaties until further notice. There has been little interest in it so far and it is difficult to communicate between guilds.
• Added History section
  • So we all know where we came from! Work in progress. Stay tuned!
• Added picture
  • Yup. Finally.

The end of the year is soon! I wish you all a good holiday season!

- Ashiram, GM of <Cloud Nine>

Hi all.

• Major, major changes to our Rank Tests and Promotion Requirements. See below for more information under Rank System. As always, our requirements are in keeping with the highest traditions of this guild.
• The holiday season is beginning and we are planning a "Make a Wish" drive for low-geared players of the Spiral Knight community. Look at Ongoing Events for more info.
• Our recruitment requirements have changed. In the spirit of the holiday season, exceptional 4-star geared players are open to join <Cloud Nine> as of right now. Please see Recruitment for more info.
• Also a BIG CONGRATULATIONS to Nozip for earning Veteran rank, our guild first!
• I hope you have all your Cyber Monday shopping done! See you in the Clockworks!

  - Ashiram, GM of <Cloud Nine>

Hello fellow guildies and lurkers. This page is still a work in progress. I've been very busy lately. See below for more information about our guild policy and events. Also, a formal guild website with forums is in the works as well. I would like to share with you a bit of my reason for starting this guild. My dream is to build a guild that players can gather, hone their skills, become better players over time. Through organization and personal determination, I will make this dream fulfilled. If you are a member of <Cloud Nine> already, thank you for all you do. I hope everyone has a safe Thanksgiving (if you celebrate it) and stay tuned for more to come!

- Ashiram, GM of <Cloud Nine>

• Secret Santa: A concept where every person in a group is assigned a random person to buy a present for. In return, they will receive a present from another person whom they don't know the identity from until the last moment.
  • Requirements to enter the event:
    • Only C9 guildies are eligible to join.
    • Guild member should contact me, Suprvoo.
    • Participants have to update their recipe wishes at Cloud Nine Trading Post to make it easier to find appropriate presents.
  • The event itself will go as follows:
    • Once people sign up, they will be assigned someone to buy a present for.
    • Presents have to have a worth of at least 5K cr or 75 Ce, there is no maximum limit.
    • It's not allowed to contact your target to ask for their wishes, it is however allowed to ask other guildies to do it for you.
    • When delivering the present, add a nice poem or friendly message in which you share the Holiday spirit.
  • Joining the Secret Cloud Santa event is possible until the 23rd of December 0:00 GMT+1 (6 PM NY, 3PM LA)

• <Cloud Nine> will doing charity Jelly King runs for low-gear players of the Spiral Knight Community as a part of our way to give back to the less fortunate. Please contact Ashiram to arrange date & times.

• The first <Cloud Nine> guild member that recruits 8 players will receive a Fang of Vog with random UV from Ashiram. Send all applicants to Ashiram. Must pass inspection. All 8 players must be in the guild at the same time to qualify. Ashiram will keep track. Good luck!

• Earn a chance to win 1,500 crowns daily! Whenever Ashiram logs in and says "Time for Ash's Cash!", ALL ONLINE members of <Cloud Nine> will be automatically entered into a lottery. Each member is assigned a number (based on online order). Ashiram will use a random number generator to select a number. The winning number gets 1,500 crowns! Minimum payout is 1,500 crowns. There is no maximum. Event can happen more than once in a day."

  Total Prize Payout (as of 12/18/11): 34,000 crowns + 1 x Nightmare Mane !

• Learn how to beat Snarby, JK, Twins, Vana, even Tier 3 Danger Rooms all by yourself! Ashiram is offering one-on-one soloing lessons to teach you what you need to survive in the Clockworks alone. Hands-on training and constructive analysis on the spot. Lessons are by appointment only. Contact Ashiram for more information.

• Any guild member wishing to participate in a Shadow Run, please contact an Officer or GM to arrange one. Guild members that need to craft gear from the Sanctuary Alchemy Machine are encouraged to apply.
• Guild members are required to prep for the Shadow Lair they wish to run by selecting and reading the below information (appropriate 5-Star Gear will be required):

• OPEN – We are accepting ALL applicants that meet our requirements.
• LIMITED – We are ONLY accepting EXCEPTIONAL applicants that surpass our requirements.
• CLOSED – We are NOT accepting any applicants at this time.

• Communication – Able to communicate in English fluently. Bilingual speakers are welcome!
• Proficiency – Having skill at Spiral Knights i.e. good at the game (decent enough to contribute meaningfully to a Tier 2 or higher run).
• Character – A friendly person who is helpful to others and advances the cause of our guild and in part all of the Spiral Knight community. Beggars and bad attitudes need not apply.
• Armaments – 5-Star Gear (At least 1 Set of 5-Star Helm, Shield, Armor, Sword and Gun). Exceptional 4-Star Gear Players are open to join <Cloud Nine>

1. Character name and current/previous guild(s):

• Ashiram of <Cloud Nine>

  Previously, I was in <Timeless>. I left because of ineffective leadership on the part of the GMs.

2. List your main default loadout:

• Helm: Vog Cub Cap / Skolver Cap / Snarbolax Cap
• Armor: Vog Cub Coat / Skolver Coat / Snarbolax Coat
• Shield: Barbarous Thorn Shield / Crest of Almire / Grey Owlite Shield

• Weapon Slot 1: Divine Avenger (Med. CTR) / Fang of Vog (Very High ASI)
• Weapon Slot 2: Archeon (Med. ASI)
• Weapon Slot 3: Barbarous Thorn Blade (Low. CTR)
• Weapon Slot 4: Polaris (Bad UV - I don’t want to talk about it)

• Trinket Slot 1: Elite Slash Module / Elite Quick Strike Module
• Trinket Slot 2: Elite Slash Module / Elite Quick Strike Module

3. Provide a brief explanation for your default loadout:

• My equipment allows me to tackle any and all that Clockworks can dish out. I have Elemental/Piercing/Shadow damage reduction depending on the level. My swords deal all three damage types as well to cover any enemy out there. My favorite sword is the Archeon for looks and use. Polaris is there because it’s OP and everything can be solved by Polaris spamming a mob into a corner. Knockback + Shock = awesome. If you don’t see me wearing those items, I’m probably heating something or doing a Shadow Run. I have custom build gear for each Shadow Run type. If I listed them, you would be blinded by teh awesome.

4. Previous Clockwork Experience (and a brief explanation):

• Snarbolax: Completed as a team, Solo’ed
• Roarmulus Twins: Completed as a team, Solo’ed
• Royal Jelly: Completed as a team, Solo’ed
• Lord Vanaduke: Completed as a team, Solo’ed

• Rabid Snarbolax: Completed
• Roarmulus Twins: Completed
• Ice Queen: Completed
• Darkfire Vanaduke: Completed

• I focus on surviving and teamwork. I try to have the fewest deaths so I don’t hurt the team. If need be, I can hold my own: I’ve solo’ed Tier 3 Danger Rooms, Tier 3 Fiend levels, and everything under the Clockworks. A proper demonstration can be arranged if need be. Funny story, one time I heat’ed my Miracle Hood in a No CE revive UFSC run. That was kinda cool I guess.

5. Who in <Cloud Nine> do you know?, if any, that can vouch for you (not necessarily a requirement but helpful) and how did you hear about us?

• I know Ashiram from his AWESOME guild page. He can vouch for me.

6. Any other details about yourself personally IRL, why you want to be in <Cloud Nine>, what you think you can bring (in terms of personality, skills, etc.) and any other final comments?

• My name is Ash. I bring you fun and good times. I also like long walks on the beach.

Ashiram, the Guild Master, is founder of <Cloud Nine>. His burden is to create guild policy and ensure the direction of the guild through his Officers. There is only one Guild Master. The GM has final say on all guild matters.

• Guild Master Benefits
  • A whole lot of work!

Officers are the leaders of our guild. They consult the GM on guild matters, enforces guild policy, and work on guild membership development. They have mastered all content and our ambassadors to the Spiral Knight community.

* Officer positions are limited to 10% of the current guild population.

• Officers Benefits
  • Officer chat
  • Can invite new Recruits into the guild
  • Able to administrate "Rank Tests"
  • Ability to vote on "Rank Tests" (Officer or lower)
  • Officer's name honored on our guild roster
  • Exclusive guild chat
  • Our prestigious guild tag

Veterans are the elite warriors of our guild. They have completely mastered Tier 2 content and acquired experience in Tier 3 content.

* Veteran positions are limited to 20% of the current guild population.

• Veteran Benefits
  • Able to vote on "Rank Tests" (Member or lower)
  • Able to witness "Rank Tests" (Veteran or lower)
  • Veterans's name honored on our guild roster
  • Exclusive guild chat
  • Our prestigious guild tag

Members are the soldiers of our guild. They those who have acquired experience of Tier 2 content.

• Member Benefits
  • Able to witness "Rank Tests" (Member or lower)
  • Member's name honored on our guild roster
  • Exclusive guild chat
  • Our prestigious guild tag

Recruits are initiates of our guild.

• Recruit Benefits
  • Exclusive guild chat
  • Our prestigious guild tag

• Must be a guild Veteran.
• 7-Day guild membership waiting period minimum before attempting "Officer Rank Test".
• Must be able to complete the following:
  • Solo (3-man or greater) Lord Vanaduke
    • Maximum 6 Pills allowed for the Vanaduke. No more than 3 Pills can be used for the 1st 3 Phases.
  • Any Firestorm Citadel room, at any time at the Officer/GM’s discretion. (Max. 8 rooms. Exception: d27's room - last wave)
    • Officer candidate must lead group successfully through Firestorm Citadel with minimal deaths.
  • 1 x Shadow Lair (Player's choice)
    • Officer candidate must lead group successfully through the entire Shadow run with minimal deaths.
    • Officer candidate will be graded upon demonstration of superior leadership, skill, and teamwork.
      • Officer candidate must provide for Shadow Key. Officers/GMs will pay for their portion of the key cost.
      • Officer candidate will be evaluated the ENTIRE run on overall skill and teamwork.
• 2 x Officers/GM are required to administrate the "Officer Rank Test" (the GM must be present).
• Unanimous decision for promotion by current Officers/GMs. Votes must be in-person or mailed to current GM.

• Must be a guild Member.
• Must have at least 1 Set of 5-Star Gear (Helm, Shield, Armor, Sword and Gun)
• Must be able to complete the following (with NO deaths):
  • Solo (3-man or greater) Jelly King
  • Solo (3-man or greater) Roarmulus Twins
    • Maximum 3 Pills allowed for each Boss.
  • Veteran candidate must lead group successfully through Royal Jelly Palace & Ironclaw Munitions Factory with minimal deaths.
• 2 x Veteran/Officers/GM are required to administrate "Veteran Rank Test" (at least 1 Officer/GM must be present)

• Must be a guild Recruit.
• Must be able to complete the following (with NO deaths):
  • Solo 4 x Royal Jelly Palace Rooms (3 Pills allowed for the entire run):
    • d15 - Last Room
    • d16 - Top Left Room
    • d16 - Top Right Room
    • d16 - Last Room
  • Jelly King as a team.
• 2 x Member/Veteran/Officer/GM are required to administrate "Member Rank Test" (at least 1 Officer/GM must be present)

• Ashiram

• Lapper
• Khamsin
• Nozip

• Turquoisejeep
• Roosterillusion

• Whirld
• Bithetoy
• Korh
• Desespoir

• +60 Recruits