Cal'deur Seeker/Keeper Rankings
Cal'deur - like the other Haenulin kingdoms - has a wide range of different militaristic rankings amongst their troops. Squires, Knights, Archers, Cavalry, Captains, and Generals all make up the base of their militaries. But these are not the rankings who are trained and tasked with retrieving and maintaining the Ddraikins to turn into Executioners. That special honor belongs to the ranks listed below:
- Keepers -
Spark
The apprentice rank all fallen star magi are accepted as. They will either become either Mages or Kites. This rank is classified under the Keeper rank since they are trained in skills important for a Keeper or Seeker. It an individual's choice to pursue either faction upon graduating apprenticeship.
Mage
Derived from the word "Magi," Mages are the basic Keeper faction, and are also the largest Keeper faction. Their main objective is to move Executioners between the arena and their cells, keep them bathed, hydrated, and fed. They are also responsible for restraining Executioners if they become too aggravated or unruly.
Warlock
The highest ranking of the Keepers. With only about 3 - 5 active at one time per kingdom, they're the leaders and consultants who speak on behalf of the Keepers in government situations. They are also responsible for teaching the Sparks in their skills as Keepers. They are the most powerful rank, and will assist in restraining out-of-control Executioners.
Sparrow
The apprentice rank of Seekers. Only fully fledged knights are allowed to become Sparrows, as the training for Sparrows is far more intense than the training given to knights. . All Seekers - with the exception of magi who are accepted as sparks - are initially accepted as Sparrows.
Tern
This is the tier above Sparrows. This is the first official rank of Seeker and it is also the largest rank by populace. All Sparrows are knighted into this position until they decide to specialize as either Larks or Kites (if they're fallen star Magi). Terns are the soldier rank of the Keepers, and are trained in a wide variety of weapons, and as cavalry soldiers.
Lark
The archery rank for Seekers. This rank primarily focuses on long distance attacks using bows or crossbows. They wear a green and brown uniform - as compared to the striking gold and black of the Terns - to better camouflage in the natural environment around them. They're trained to be stealthy and silent, and are comparable to rouges in skill. During the winter, they wear all white uniforms to hide amongst the snow.
Kites
The only Seeker rank specialized for the Magi. These are the most easily recognizable of the Seeker ranks as their uniforms are devoid of most of the decorative cloaks or specialized armor the other ranks boast. Kites need to be able to move quickly and use their magic without obstruction to take down powerful Ddraikins. Only fallen star Magi may become Kites. Even amongst the Seekers, Kites are looked down on for being Magi.
Martin (Commander)
The equivalent of Captains, Martins are the first leader position amongst the Seekers. They command their individual party of Seekers, and lead them on missions. If a Hawk is deemed unfit to lead, Martins will temporarily assume the position of leading commander until the Hawk can be readministered or replaced.
Hawk (Commander)
The equivalent of generals, Hawks are the highest position of Seekers and also participate in politics. They hold command over all Seekers in a kingdom.