The Reifier Klamen maintains distinct rank hierarchies within each of its three branches. These structured systems provide clear lines of authority and responsibility while creating advancement paths that reward both skill and dedication.
The Right Hand of Anak'shi
The combat and assassination branch of the organization follows a twenty-one rank progression:
1. Recruit
Fresh recruits, either taken from outside or born into the organization. They receive initial training in basic combat and organizational principles.
2. Initiate
Having completed basic training, Initiates receive their first assigned weapon and begin specialized combat instruction.
3. Apprentice
Apprentices continue advanced combat training while beginning to learn the philosophical underpinnings of the organization's mission.
4. Trainee
Trainees receive expanded weapons training including ranged combat techniques. They begin more specialized tactical instruction.
5. Disciple
Disciples receive custom weapons and participate in their first supervised mission. Their performance determines their future trajectory within the organization.
6. Soldier
Soldiers receive their first blood nanite treatments to enhance healing and toxin resistance. They begin regular mission assignments as part of cells led by higher-ranked members.
7. Advanced Soldier
Advanced Soldiers receive secondary nanite treatments that significantly extend lifespan. They continue to operate in cells while receiving specialized combat training.
8. Warrior
Warriors learn advanced poison use and countermeasures. They begin developing specialized combat styles based on individual strengths.
9. Advanced Warrior
Advanced Warriors master complex toxin applications while continuing to refine their combat abilities. They may begin leading small operations under supervision.
10. Blade
Blades receive
rhythmist gland implants tailored to their specific needs. They operate with increased autonomy while still reporting to higher-ranked officers.
11. Advanced Blade
Advanced Blades receive custom high-frequency swords. They begin training for solo operations while still participating in cell activities.
12. Elite Blade
Elite Blades undergo comprehensive testing of all previously learned skills. They must demonstrate mastery across multiple disciplines to advance further.
13. Assassin
The first true assassin rank, earned through mental discipline rather than physical prowess. The advancement process remains a closely guarded secret within the organization.
14. Advanced Assassin
Advanced Assassins must demonstrate the ability to shield against all forms of mental assault. They specialize in approaching targets indirectly when direct confrontation would prove ineffective.
15. Elite Assassin
Elite Assassins master techniques for countering both arcane and psychic attacks. They operate with minimal oversight on complex assignments.
16. Pure Assassin
Pure Assassins must demonstrate the ability to eliminate powerful corrupt arcanists or psychics without detection. They represent the organization's premier covert operators.
17. Holy Assassin
Holy Assassins receive direct acknowledgment from Anak'shi through dreams or signs. They undertake only the most significant missions affecting cosmic balance.
18. Master
Masters move with unparalleled stealth regardless of augmentation level. They receive specialized high-frequency weapons and precision crossbows for their work.
19. Grand Master
Grand Masters have mastered nearly every skill the organization teaches. They often develop signature techniques unique to their personal style.
20. Holy Grand Master
The highest standard rank, Holy Grand Masters report directly to the Diotklame and ensure the leader's will is carried out throughout the organization.
21. Anak'shi's Chosen: Diotklame (Godblade)
The supreme leader of the Reifier Klamen, a position obtained only by defeating the previous holder. The Diotklame oversees all organizational operations and serves as Anak'shi's primary agent.
The Left Hand of Anak'shi
The clergy and support branch follows a ten-rank progression:
1. Novice
Members who have chosen a more peaceful path begin learning Anak'shi's teachings in greater depth. Children born into the organization enter this rank at age 8 if not directed toward the Right Hand.
2. Initiate
Initiates learn basic techniques for dispelling illusions and enchantments based on their personal capabilities (psychic, arcanist, or blunt).
3. Layperson
The most numerous rank, Laypersons work in conventional occupations throughout society, providing financial support and intelligence while identifying potential contracts and recruits.
4. Deacon
Deacons assist priests in religious ceremonies and often serve as teachers within the organization's educational system. They lead congregations in prayer and hymns during services.
5. Priest
Priests perform religious ceremonies and learn advanced stealth techniques. They often support field operations by providing detection countermeasures for Right Hand members.
6. Sub-prior
Third in command of a local church, Sub-priors serve as apprentices to the local Prior while continuing their religious and operational studies.
7. Prior
Second in command of a local church, Priors master techniques for countering arcane and psionic detection. They occasionally accompany field teams on sensitive missions requiring their specialized skills.
8. Abbot
Leaders of individual churches who have mastered demon imprisonment and banishment techniques. When not overseeing religious operations, they may assist cells dealing with demonic threats.
9. Hegumen
Regional overseers who ensure all churches in their assigned area maintain proper standards and practices. They travel frequently to maintain consistent organizational operations across multiple facilities.
10. Archimandrite
The highest rank of the Left Hand, responsible for supervising all Anak'shi churches within a country or province. Archimandrites make decisions regarding unusual promotions and handle the most significant religious matters.
The Blood and Bones of Anak'shi
The medical and technical branch uses a modified conventional medical hierarchy:
1. Medical Student
Entry-level learners who begin specialized medical training within the organization.
2. First Year Resident
Medical trainees who have completed basic studies and begin supervised practical application.
3. Junior Resident
Practitioners who handle increasingly complex cases under limited supervision.
4. Senior Resident
Advanced practitioners who take responsibility for significant medical procedures.
5. Chief Resident
Leaders among their peer group who coordinate resident teams while continuing their specialized education.
6. Fellow
Specialists in training who focus on particular medical disciplines. Pharmacists also occupy this equivalent rank.
7. Physician Assistant/Nursing Ranks
Support staff with substantial training who assist physicians in various capacities. Nursing ranks progress from Practical Nurse to Registered Nurse to Advanced Practice Nurse.
8. Attending Physician
Fully qualified physicians who practice independently within their specialty. Physical, Mental, and Occupational Therapists occupy equivalent positions in their respective fields.
9. Specialist/Subspecialist/Hospitalist
Physicians with additional training in highly specialized areas of medical practice.
10. Head of Department
Administrative and practice leaders who oversee entire medical disciplines within organizational facilities.
11. Medical Director
The highest medical rank, responsible for all healthcare operations and medical research across the organization.
Non-medical technical specialists within the Blood and Bones follow parallel rank structures appropriate to their disciplines, with similar progression from entry-level positions to leadership roles.
