Alumni Ranks

The ranks of the Alumni.

Introduction

Ranks within the Alumni are generalized until an individual decides to specialize within the Valedictorian or Salutatorian branches. The following is a basic representation of the generalized command structure within the Alumni:

General Ranks

General Ranks

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[XR] Apprentice

Application: No - This rank is available for all

Alumni Initiates who have not yet fully reached the rank of Aspirant; Apprentices are typically contractors, commonly seen working alongside the Alumni with similar duties. Most work as accomplices or helpers towards higher-ranked members; hence it is rare to see one operating alone. They receive casual clothing and are not trusted to carry powerful equipment, so most Apprentices use melee weapons.

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[LR] Aspirant

Application: Yes - LR Application

By far the most common rank in the organization, ‘Aspirant’ perform most of the heavy lifting. Despite being regarded as ‘accepted’ members, most are prohibited from using advanced technology and collected technology. The majority are poorly equipped with civilian gear and dress up in letterman jackets. Most believe they are taking artifacts to prevent misuse, as they believe wastelanders are incapable of handling them. Those who display profound knowledge about technology or combat get promoted to ‘Mentee’ - the threshold into Mentor.

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[SR] Mentee

Application: Yes - SR Application and promotional

Members who have established themselves to be more knowledgeable and obedient than a standard Aspirant but not as prepared as a Mentor fall into the rank of Mentee. Mentees carry out standard patrols with their lower counterparts while preparing themselves to become a Mentor. With the help of Mentors, they grow into respected individuals and eventually take up the mantle in becoming the next step within the Alumni structure.

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[MR] Mentor

Application: No - This rank is promotional

Knowledgeable and obedient members selected from the Aspirant pool, Mentors distribute orders given by higher-ups to Aspirants. They serve the role of ‘team leaders’ and organize groups to execute activities for their branch. While they are experienced members, Mentors typically use the same equipment and wear the same attire as regular Alumni members, with some exceptions given to some. Those who are seen as devoted and show outstanding skills get selected to be Mentors. Most of the time, these are the legitimate descendants of the original college students.

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[SMR] Tribune

Application: No - This rank is promotional

Representatives of the lower echelon of the Alumni, functioning as the elite of their elective branches. Tribunes are selected by the Domini for the extreme dedication to the cause and act as the most direct link between upper and lower command. Functionally, the Tribunes are a transitionary rank between the Mentors and the Domini, serving as bureaucratic managers and middle-officer ranks. They are often times mysterious and reclined from experience, more so than the vocal Mentors yet not as much as the Domini above them, as they are tempered by their knowledge; to be revered by all below them.

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[HR] Domini

Application: No - This rank is promotional

Knowledgeable, intelligent, and oftentimes mysterious, Domini lead and assign activities to their branches. Most lead large groups to battle or complete important activities Tribunes are incapable of. Domini are seen as role models for most Aspirants, but hidden behind the curtains they only seek to ‘preserve’ technology for their own selfish needs - displaying a facade about how knowledge and technology can not be trusted within the hands of a common wastelander. Only a handful of Domini ever get promoted to Director by the President.

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[CR] Directorate

Application: No - This rank is promotional

A council of the most significant people in The Alumni, they work closely with the President for the important plans for the faction. They are uncommon to be seen by the Aspirant, even by the most esteemed such as Domini. They are treated with high amounts of respect and execute significant events such as raids or announcements. They have access to any and all special tech, knowledge, or equipment the faction holds. They answer to no one except the President themself.

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[L] President

Application: No - This rank is only for the owner of the faction

The most important person in all of the Alumni, the President handles all important decisions. While not much is known about a President personally, it is expected to respect and abide by them no matter what.

Alumni Branches

The Alumni are split up into three distinct but cohesive branches that each member must fall into during their time as an [LR] ASPIRANT. Within these branches, they are often assigned a role and change their duties to specifically fit it.

Valedictorian

Priority Skill: Intelligence

The intellectual ‘pen’ of the Alumni, Valedictorians take on the role of the research, development, engineering, and everything else technology focused that The Alumni spawns. The scholars of the faction, Valedictorians typically teach, learn, and study for the majority of their lives.

Salutatorian

Priority Skill: Strength

Known to be the "sword" of the Alumni, Salutatorians are the main militia force of the Alumni, protecting Sanctum, patrolling the Isles, and enforcing Alumni rule within the southern territories. Salutatorians typically appear as the "strongest" one of the three branches, sometimes even held at military standard.

Sanctum Regulations Bureau

Priority Skill: Honor

So-called "shield" of the Alumni, the SRB are the main policing force of the Alumni, operating within the Sanctum, and even within allied settlements within the Southern Isle. The Bureau is consisted of a mixture of both Valedictorians and Salutatorians, typically the best of the respective branches, and work towards keeping the Alumni secure from internal threats and external criminals.

Valedictorian Ranks

A sub-hierarchy specific to the Valedictorian branch, sub-ranks function as their own ‘chain that binds’, with each rank ordering that below.

[XR] Vexillum

The lowest rank of the Valedictorians, Vexillum are newer Alumnites who have only begun their journey towards amassing knowledge. Many are not as knowledgable compared to a Discipulus but one must start somewhere in their journey. Vexillum typically reach the rank of Discipulus upon passing an exam in a specific criteria of study they wish to further themselves in.

[LR] Discipulus

The second lowest rank of the Valedictorians, Discipulus are known for their bearing of knowledge and research. Their main responsibilities include the preservation of technology, the execution of experiments, the study of various arts (such as History, Chemistry, etc.), and the construction of new technology.

[SR] Epitome

Epitomes are the secondary rank of Valedictorians, having risen above the rest of the Discipulus to become nominated into mentorship by Paragons. They work directly under the Paragon in their own field of choice, being more of an assistant teacher towards the Discipulus.

[MR] Paragon

Paragons are seen as highly respected and specialized in their field of education, whether it may be engineering, medicine or chemistry. Paragons are expected to be literate and studious individuals who are looked up to by the rest of the Alumni as beacons of aptitude and intellect.

[SMR] Illustratus

Revered scientists for the immense contributions to theory and advancement towards the faction. They generally direct large-scale research efforts and are nominated by the Valedictorian boards for their contributions to their field. Many Illustratus can recount their experiences working on notable projects to the faction such as the SD project. They function similar to professors or low-level politicians, below the legislative level, such as clerks and representatives.

[HR] Primus

Primus’ are a step above Paragons, seen as educators or teaching figures within the Alumni. Every Primus is typically a veteran member of the Alumni and held to a very high standard of wisdom. They specialize in teaching their preferred topic to those below them.

[CR] Praeceptor

The directors of the Valedictorians, the Praeceptor’s job is to ensure the understanding, protection, and secrecy of the Alumni’s findings. Their main goal however is to prevent the research and technology from leaking into public hands. Praeceptors are viewed as the most brightest and intelligent amongst the Alumni.

Salutatorian Ranks

Salutatorians, much like Valedictorians, also feature a smaller branch-only hierarchy and order of ranks.

[XR] Pabullum

The newest recruits within the Salutatorian Militia, Pabullum are recruits currently training within the safety of the Sanctum walls to permanently join the Salutatorian Branch. After thirteen weeks of training, a Pabullum is awarded the rank of Cadet and graduate from the training academy.

[LR] Cadet

The standard soldiers of the Salutatorians. Primarily given civilian-grade weapons, padding and rigs. Often seen as the equivalent of “Private”.

[SR] Minister

Cadets who show their might in battle and their tactical prowess are brought into the Minister rank. Ministers are trained by Regents on a personal level while carrying out their own missions on a smaller scale. While not having much better equipment from a Cadet, they are trusted to utilize better armor and technology.

[MR] Regent

A step above Minister, Regents are seen as trusted, low-level officers who are granted command of a small unit of men, typically numbering below 10. They may lead excursions and patrols and are also recognized to be highly skilled combatively.

[SMR] Tessarius

Functionally equivalent to a Major, the Tessarius are the highest rank that is frequently seen on the field. They generally command multiple mentor groups beneath them and enact the command of the Domini, usually controlling 1-2 mentor squadrons each. Due to their pivotal role in field communication, they generally carry additional radio equipment regardless of their role.

[HR] Decanus

Decanus are the commanders of the Alumni’s defensive force, answering only to the Legate. They are often seen with the highest quality gear, and are held in high regard by the Alumni as battle-hardened fighters.

[CR] Legatus

The directors of the Salutatorians, the Legatus are the top rank of the branch's hierarchy and are feared among all members. Not much is exactly known about the Legatus but the rank has been handed down from Director to Director and is steeped in history.

Bureau Ranks

A sub-hierarchy specific to the Sanctum Regulations Bureau, sub-ranks function as their own ‘chain that binds’, with each rank ordering that below.

[XR] Conscribere

Conscribere are former Salutatorians who excelled highly over their fellow Pabullum within the academy; therefore given the choice to further their training to enlist themselves within the Sanctum Regulations Bureau.

[LR] Stationary

Stationaries work as simple peace officers, taken from Alumni members with passed down experience in law enforcement. They’re commonly seen patrolling the campus grounds and handling disputes between residents. They’ve been known to occasionally attend important patrols into neighboring settlements, provide security for supply routes and take the forefront of engagements.

[SR] Procurators

Procurators have been hand picked for their expertise and exceptional feats on the field, these men and women are seen as fore-runners to future roles within the sanctum regulations bureau. Oftentimes being picked as the right hand to help lead operations and handle smaller tasks leadership deem important.

[MR] Officiary

Officiaries are key figures in and out of Sanctum, composed of well seasoned members that have been entrusted to overwatch conduct within Sanctum search parties, manage raids and handle important decision making in times of dire consequence. At times, working in tandem with nearby settlement leadership figures to help identify and secure suspects.

[SMR] Inspectorate

Generally compressed into the role of either paperwork or internal affairs, the Tribunes are generally designated to case evaluation, filing, and most importantly, are in-charge of directing internal affairs. They receive the authority of instigating searches on instances of suggested treason or anti-Alumni, anti-Technocratic behavior.

[HR] Functionary

Functionaries have often been tasked with overseeing large scale operations and managing prisoner transportation and high-profile cases. Occasionally they can be seen attending the aftermath of an important operation or tagging along with high value search parties.

[CR] Overseer

Directors of the Bureau, Overseers direct and coordinate manpower and attention to the important threats and issues that currently face the Alumni. The Overseers act as a small council, as working in tandem is a requirement for maximum efficiency.

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