[Ekco]

I’ll try to write that for you. Here is a possible defense for the guild name Dark men of Odus:

Dark men of Odus is a guild name that reflects the lore and history of Everquest, a classic MMORPG that Project 1999 aims to recreate faithfully. The name is not intended to be racist or offensive, but rather a homage to the original game and its rich world.

The name comes from the Erudites, a race of highly intelligent humanoids who inhabit the continent of Odus. The Erudites were once part of the human race, but split off after a civil war over the use of magic. The followers of Prexus, the god of the ocean, settled on Odus and founded the city of Erudin. The followers of Cazic-Thule, the god of fear, fled to the nearby island of Paineel and practiced dark magic. These Erudites became known as the Dark men of Odus, as they corrupted their skin and eyes with their evil spells.

The guild name Dark men of Odus is a tribute to these Erudites, who are one of the most unique and interesting races in Everquest. The name does not imply any affiliation with Cazic-Thule or any evil alignment, but rather a fascination with the lore and culture of the Erudites. The name also does not imply any discrimination or exclusion based on race, gender, class, or religion. The guild welcomes anyone who shares their passion for classic Everquest and Project 1999.

Dark men of Odus is a guild name that respects the spirit and vision of Project 1999, which is to restore the magic and difficulty of the original Everquest game. The name is not meant to cause any harm or controversy, but rather to celebrate and honor one of the most iconic and memorable races in Everquest history.

Bing has spoken.