Ranks

Introduction

Ambition is one of the defining characteristics of those who enter the Brotherhood. 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, 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 member who seeks, and gains admission to the Brotherhood begins on the bottom of the ladder. The Grand Masters disregard all prior training, 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. 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 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 members, 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 Brotherhood member receives a rank elevation. When a member advances, it is because a mentor has determined that they has surpassed the abilities of their current rank. Only certain leadership positions can give promotions to the membership. 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 the candidate is worthy, no elevation is given. All advancements must be approved by the Master At Arms prior to the announcement of the new rank. 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 Master At Arms will get Deputy Grand Master or Grand Master approval before proceeding.

Position	Promotion Authority
Grand Master	All Ranks
Deputy Grand Master / Justicar	Elder-2
Core Dark Council	Elder-1
Consul	Equite-4
Aedile - Proconsul	Equite-3
Battleteam Leader	JM-4