a) The following command ranks are established, 1 having the most
authority and 4 having the least:
i) Emperor- sole ruler of
the Empire
ii) Empress, assists the
Emperor(and visa versa)
iii) Masterblade - Highest
rank attainable.
iv)Bladeborn – Equivalent to
a knight. To move up see the Bladeborn section of this Codex. Must apprentice 1 Initiate
b) The Following non-command ranks are established,
i) Legionary- A full member of the Imperial
Legion. To move up you must have a letter of sponsorship (ask the Emperor or
Empress for one.) that is signed by 3 members holding a command rank, then
complete the Bladeborn Trials.
ii) Warrior- A veteran
member who has all but proven themselves in battle. To move up they must meet
the requirements of Marauder, Complete Advanced combat formation training, own
1 piece of armor, and serve in the Empire for 3 1/2 months.
iii) Marauder – A new
member who is learning the procedures and battle practices of the Empire. To move up they must meet the
requirements of initiate and complete basic combat formation training as well
as serve in the Empire for at least 3 months.
iv) Initiate – A new
member who has yet to prove their self to the Empire. To move up they must own
1 blue weapon and garb, seek apprenticeship, and complete advanced combat training.
V) Petitioner – a
outsider who wishes to join the Empire. To move up they must complete basic
combat training and own 1 blue weapon.
