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== Introduction ==
== Introduction ==
Ambition is one of the defining characteristics of those who walk the Dark Path. Through their own desire, and lust for [[Power Comparison|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.
Ambition is one of the defining characteristics of those who walk the Dark Path. Through their own desire, and lust for [[Power Comparison|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 [[starwars:Jedi|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 [[Apprentice|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.
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 [http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Jedi 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 [[Apprentice|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 [[Clan Summit|Summit]] status, and [[Dark Council|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 [[Dark Jedi Knight|Knight]] of reasonable influence could expect to achieve a command position within a [[House]]. [[Elder|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]].
Most political positions, such as [[Clan Summit|Summit]] status, and [[Dark Council|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 [[Dark Jedi Knight|Knight]] of reasonable influence could expect to achieve a command position within a [[House]]. [[Elder|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 ==
[[Image:GM.png]]


{{Ranks}}


==Rank Elevations ==
== Rank Chart  ==
 
[[File:GM.png|479px]]
 
 
<table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0">
<tr><td style="background:black; color:gold" colspan="3" align="center"> '''Grand Master (GM)'''
</td></tr>
<tr style="background:#000000">
<td style="color:red" align="center"> '''SITH''' </td>
<td style="color:blue" align="center">'''OBELISK''' </td>
<td style="color:#9900FF" align="center">'''KRATH ''' </td>
<td style="color:#FFFFFF" align="center">'''CLASS'''
</td>
</tr>
<tr style="background:#303030">
<td>Dark Prophet (DP)</td>
<td> Dark Prophet (DP)</td>
<td> Dark Prophet (DP)
</td>
<td rowspan="3" style="border-left:2px solid black" valign="center">
 
[[Elder|Elders]]
 
 
</td>
</tr>
<tr style="background:#303030">
<td>Dark Jedi Master (DJM)</td>
<td> Dark Jedi Master (DJM)</td>
<td> Dark Jedi Master (DJM)
</td>
</tr>
<tr style="background:#303030">
<td>Dark Side Adept (DA)</td>
<td> Dark Side Adept (DA)</td>
<td> Dark Side Adept (DA)
</td>
</tr>
<tr style="background:#606060">
<td>Sith Warlord (SWL)</td>
<td> Obelisk Primarch (OPM)</td>
<td> Krath Pontifex (KPN)
</td>
<td rowspan="4" style="border-left:2px solid black" valign="center">
 
[[Equite|Equites]]
 
 
</td>
</tr>
<tr style="background:#606060">
<td>Sith Battlelord (SBL)</td>
<td> Obelisk Exarch (OE)</td>
<td> Krath Epis (KE)
</td>
</tr>
<tr style="background:#606060">
<td>Sith Battlemaster (SBM)</td>
<td> Obelisk Prelate (OP)</td>
<td> Krath Archpriest (KAP)
</td>
</tr>
<tr style="background:#606060">
<td>Sith Warrior (SW)</td>
<td> Obelisk Templar (OT)</td>
<td> Krath Priest (KP)
</td>
</tr>
<tr style="background:#707070">
<td>Dark Jedi Knight (DJK)</td>
<td> Dark Jedi Knight (DJK)</td>
<td> Dark Jedi Knight (DJK)
</td>
<td rowspan="8" style="border-left:2px solid black" valign="center">
 
[[Journeyman|Journeymen]]
 
 
</td>
</tr>
<tr style="background:#707070">
<td>Jedi Hunter (JH)</td>
<td> Jedi Hunter (JH)</td>
<td> Jedi Hunter (JH)
</td>
</tr>
<tr style="background:#707070">
<td>Guardian (GRD)</td>
<td> Guardian (GRD)</td>
<td> Guardian (GRD)
</td>
</tr>
<tr style="background:#707070">
<td>Protector (PRT)</td>
<td>Protector (PRT)</td>
<td>Protector (PRT)
</td>
</tr>
<tr style="background:#707070">
<td>Acolyte (ACO)</td>
<td>Acolyte (ACO)</td>
<td>Acolyte (ACO)
</td>
</tr>
<tr style="background:#707070">
<td>Novice (NOV)</td>
<td>Novice (NOV)</td>
<td>Novice (NOV)
</td>
</tr>
<tr style="background:#707070">
<td>Apprentice (APP)</td>
<td>Apprentice (APP)</td>
<td>Apprentice (APP)
</td>
</tr>
<tr style="background:#707070">
<td>Initiate (INI)</td>
<td>Initiate (INI)</td>
<td>Initiate (INI)
</td>
</tr>
</table>
==  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.
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.
<center>
<center>
{|border="1"
<table border="1">
! Position !! May elevate to...
<tr>
|-
<th> Position </th>
| Grand Master || Any rank
<th> May elevate to...
|-
</th>
| Deputy Grand Master || Dark Side Adept
</tr>
|-
<tr>
| Other Dark Council members || Two ranks below current rank
<td> Grand Master </td>
|-
<td> Any rank
| Consul || Battlemaster / Prelate / Archpriest
</td>
|-
</tr>
| Proconsul || Warrior / Templar / Priest
<tr>
|-
<td> Deputy Grand Master </td>
| Quaestor || Dark Jedi Knight
<td> Dark Side Adept
|-
</td>
| Aedile || Jedi Hunter
</tr>
|-
<tr>
| Battleteam Leader || Acolyte
<td> Other Dark Council members </td>
|-
<td> Two ranks below current rank
| Any position || (may recommend)
</td>
|}
</tr>
<tr>
<td> Consul </td>
<td> Battlemaster / Prelate / Archpriest
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td> Proconsul </td>
<td> Warrior / Templar / Priest
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td> Quaestor </td>
<td> Dark Jedi Knight
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td> Aedile </td>
<td> Jedi Hunter
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td> Battleteam Leader </td>
<td> Acolyte
</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td> Any position </td>
<td> (may recommend)
</td>
</tr>
</table>
</center>
</center>
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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


Grand Master (GM)
SITH OBELISK KRATH CLASS
Dark Prophet (DP) Dark Prophet (DP) Dark Prophet (DP)

Elders


Dark Jedi Master (DJM) Dark Jedi Master (DJM) Dark Jedi Master (DJM)
Dark Side Adept (DA) Dark Side Adept (DA) Dark Side Adept (DA)
Sith Warlord (SWL) Obelisk Primarch (OPM) Krath Pontifex (KPN)

Equites


Sith Battlelord (SBL) Obelisk Exarch (OE) Krath Epis (KE)
Sith Battlemaster (SBM) Obelisk Prelate (OP) Krath Archpriest (KAP)
Sith Warrior (SW) Obelisk Templar (OT) Krath Priest (KP)
Dark Jedi Knight (DJK) Dark Jedi Knight (DJK) Dark Jedi Knight (DJK)

Journeymen


Jedi Hunter (JH) Jedi Hunter (JH) Jedi Hunter (JH)
Guardian (GRD) Guardian (GRD) Guardian (GRD)
Protector (PRT) Protector (PRT) Protector (PRT)
Acolyte (ACO) Acolyte (ACO) Acolyte (ACO)
Novice (NOV) Novice (NOV) Novice (NOV)
Apprentice (APP) Apprentice (APP) Apprentice (APP)
Initiate (INI) Initiate (INI) Initiate (INI)

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 May elevate to...
Grand Master Any rank
Deputy Grand Master Dark Side Adept
Other Dark Council members Two ranks below current rank
Consul Battlemaster / Prelate / Archpriest
Proconsul Warrior / Templar / Priest
Quaestor Dark Jedi Knight
Aedile Jedi Hunter
Battleteam Leader Acolyte
Any position (may recommend)