Ranks

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Introduction

Ambition is one of the defining characteristics of those who walk the Dark Path. Through their own desire, and lust for power, they have succeeded in throwing off the values of their cultural backgrounds, and accepting the goals and discipline of the Brotherhood. The problems within an organization as diverse as the Brotherhood, must be overcome with some form of stratification Those in power, the Grand Masters and Elders of the Dark Side carefully instruct their students, using their drive to success as a means of maintaining control over the masses of Journeymen and Equites. This creates an intensely contentious political atmosphere within the Brotherhood.

The most obvious of the political controls, is the Hierarchy of Classes and Ranks. Every Dark Jedi who seeks, and gains admission to the Brotherhood begins on the bottom of the ladder. The Grand Masters disregard all prior training in the Jedi Arts, and may even suppress the power of an unusual applicant. This ensures that all applicants may begin training according to the strict procedures of the Shadow Academy. The Dark Side of the Force is tempting in its allure to quick power, and will draw the attentions of the ambitious. Many Apprentices literally burn themselves out on emotional fuel as they seek power beyond what they are capable of understanding. The Brotherhood stresses the need for gradual development.

Most political positions, such as Summit status, and Dark Councilor are also dependent on a certain rank. As a Brethren progresses, and develops understanding, they are rewarded with positions of greater prestige. It is almost unheard of for a Protector to command a Phyle or Battleteam, much less a House, whereas a Knight of reasonable influence could expect to achieve a command position within a House. Elders are almost universally on the Dark Council or seated upon a Clan Summit. Those who are not positioned are usually Rogue Jedi, though a significant number are still active within the Clans.

Rank Chart

CLASS SITH FORCE DISCIPLE JEDI MERCENARY LOYALIST XP
Grand Master
Elders Ascendant Ascendant Ascendant Myth Grand General 655,000*
Prophet Prophet Prophet Legend General 330,000*
Master Master Master Master Vice General 167,500
Adept Adept Adept Eminent Brigadier General 85,000
Equites Warlord Augur Warden Reaver Colonel 44,000
Battlelord Seer Vanguard Corsair Lieutenant Colonel 23,000
Battlemaster Savant Ranger Raider Major 12,500
Warrior Mystic Peacekeeper Privateer Captain 6,800
Journeyman Knight Knight Knight Professional Lieutenant 3,600
Hunter Padawan Padawan Yeoman Sergeant Major 2,150
Acolyte Acolyte Acolyte Courier Sergeant 1300
Neophyte Neophyte Neophyte Runner Corporal 800
Novitiate Proselyte Proselyte Proselyte Trainee Private 350
Novice Novice Novice Recruit Cadet 1
Apprentice Apprentice Apprentice Apprentice Apprentice N/A
Initiate Initiate Initiate Initiate Initiate N/A


Rank Elevations

It is a great honor when any Dark Jedi receives a rank elevation. When a Dark Jedi advances, it is because a mentor has determined that the Dark Jedi has surpassed the abilities of his current rank. Only certain Jedi can give rank elevations to others. However, anyone may recommend someone for advancement by contacting a person's superior. The Grand Master and the Master at Arms have final jurisdiction over all advancements. If they do not find that the candidate is worthy, then no elevation is given. All advancements must be approved by the Master At Arms prior to the announcement of the new rank, with the sole exception of the Headmaster of the Shadow Academy, who is able to directly confer elevations through the Journeymen ranks in the course of a Dark Jedi's training. The Master At Arms will generally approve promotions according to the following table. Should a person recommend another for a promotion past what their position normally entails, the MAA will get DGM or GM approval before proceeding.


Position Promotion Authority
Grand Master Any rank
Deputy Grand Master Dark Side Adept / Force Adept
Other full time members of the Dark Council Two ranks below current rank
Independent Unit Leader Battlemaster / Prelate / Archpriest / Ranger / Warden / Seer
Independent Unit Deputy Warrior / Templar / Priest / Scout / Duelist / Savant
Sub-Unit-Quaestor Dark Jedi Knight / Jedi Knight
Sub-Unit-Aedile Jedi Hunter / Padawan
Rollmaster Jedi Hunter / Padawan
Battleteam Leaders Acolyte / Disciple