
Masters

	To give sustained, constructive assistance and support to the Apprentice in finding his feet amongst the Templars. The Master is the one who sets the example to the Apprentice on how a Templar is expected to conduct himself, both within the Guild and towards all others; he will make every effort to answer all of the Apprentices's queries with patience, helping the Apprentice to gain an answer elsewhere if that is necessary. The Master is also the first line of pastoral care for the Apprentice and should therefore take an interest in his progress and well being, taking what steps he may to ensure that the Apprentice feels a welcomed and valued part of the Order. The Master is also responsible for setting the Knighthood task that an Esquire must complete in order to earn his Knighthood. This task may be social, involve exploration or combat, but must be within the ethos and principles of the Order and the game.
	When the Esquire finally meets the requirements to be considered for promotion to Knight, his Master should be prepared to testify to the good conduct of the Esquire and must stand with the Esquire at the ceremony of promotion and signify his approval. Where a Master cannot be present at the promotion ceremony, his approval must be given to the Officers in advance. Without approval, no promotion can be given. By giving his approval, the Master indicates to the Order that he is satisfied that the Esquire adheres to the principles and core values of the Order, participates in the immersive environment (both in groups with other Templars and over the guild orb), follows the chain of command (including bringing any grievance in the first place to the attention of Templar Officers), attends the weekly meeting wherever possible and reads information in the guildhall regularly and frequently.
	Additional policies for Masters: If one of your Apprentices has been absent from the game for more than 24 days, please remove him from your list. Please send the Apprentice an in-game mail explaining the situation and contact the Recruitment officer about it, either in game or via the contact page on this website. You can have no more than three Apprentices. Please make sure your list of Apprentices on the Master board is up to date, if any changes have occured. Try to be in contact with your Apprentice(s) as much as you can. See it as a possiblity to role-play, develop your character and have fun.

Apprentices

	New Esquires will be assigned a group of Masters upon reaching their new rank.
	Apprentices are expected to honour and respect their Masters at all times, as they are a source of knowledge and support, guidance and assistance. To follow the example set by their Master in regards to matters both within the Guild and towards all other Destriuction allies. To act only so as to bring honour upon their Master and upon the Order.
	Additional policies for Apprentices: If you have not been in contact with your Master much at all, because you have not been online at the same time, please contact one of the officers so we can assign you a different Master. It's no use having a Master you don't see. If you have not been in contact with your Master much for any other reason, do your best to change that. Try to see any contact with your Master as a chance to role-play and to improve your gaming experience (and have fun!).

Recruits

	People wanting to be part of the Fallen Order of the Knights Templar will become Recruits after they had an interview with an officer. The officer will decide whether the applicant is suitable for the guild or not. The recruit will then enter his or her 2 weeks trial membership. After these two weeks the officers hold the right to remove this recruit from the guild. In case of doubt, the trial membership can be extended with another 2 weeks. Promotion to full ranks is possible once the trial membership is over (a minimum of 2 weeks).
	Requirements: Minimum level of 10 Additional Information: If you have been inactive for 24 days, you will enter a grace period of 7 days after which you will be removed form the guild. - Should you become active again during this grace period of 7 days, the grace period ends and normal guidelines apply. - Should you become active again after you have been removed form the guild, you will be able and more than welcome to reapply for the Order.

Esquires

	To be eligible for this rank, Recruits must have successfully completed their two week trial period, have the approval of a member of rank of Knight or above and have posted their background story on the backgrounds section of the guildhall.
	Minimum Membership : 2 weeks as Recruit Other Requirements: Character Background posted on the Boards. Additional Information: Can now have alts in the guild with a max of 3 alts.
	Vow : I confirm that, as a Recruit, I have striven for the Alliance and upheld the principles and values of the Templar Order. As Esquire, I vow not to lay these principles aside, but to develop them still further. From this day forth I shall walk in pride in the emblem and colours of the Templars and shall hide my allegiance from no man or beast, by Tzeentch I swear this.

Knights

	An aspirant to this rank must satisfy their Mentor that they are mentally and physically prepared for greater responsibility and leadership. As for Esquire’s, the Mentor must give their approval either at the promotion ceremony, or to an officer beforehand.
	Minimum Membership : 2 weeks as Esquire. Character Background posted on the boards. Minimum Level : 40 Additional Information: Can now become a Mentor.
	Vow : I confirm that, as an Esquire, I have served the Order to my best ability and sought to live according to its principles. As Knight I add these vows: I shall not shirk the demands of initiative and leadership where they arise, but seek to bring organised terror to the hearts of the foe. Nor shall I forget my duty and responsibility to act according to the best interests of my Order and of my brethren within it. By the Light and my honour I swear this.

Knight Artisan

	Knights who have dedicated themselves to the guild with their craft, can become a Knight Artisan. This way they will do all they can in their power to outfit the guild with their finest goods. They will work with the Quartermaster to support guild crafting as needed.
	Minimum Membership : Knight Minimum Level : 45 Interview : Quarter Master or an officer. Special Requirements : Must be 300 lessons in at least one profession.

Knight Captain

	Knights who have dedicated themselves to the arts of war. They lead sorties into the various battlegrounds and fearsome dungeons of the lands, emerging victorious. They will work with the Templar General to support guild raiding as needed.
	Minimum Membership : Knight Minimum Level : 45 Interview : With the Templar General or an officer.

Templar General

	The Chevalier is the upper rank that can be achieved by rank and file troops. To attain this rank, the Templar has shown himself to be of the highest dedication, finest martial skill, and of steadfast temperament. This rank is bestowed by the officers upon worthy Templars. You must have proven yourself to be an exemplary Knight of the Order in words and deeds.
	Minimum Membership : Knight Minimum Level : 45 Interview : With the Templar General or an officer.
	Minimum Membership : 2 weeks as Knight Minimum Level : 60 Special Requirements: * Having organised and led several events, including role-play events. * Having mentored and guided several Templars to Knighthood and beyond * Having helped fellow Templars at numerous occasions, for little or no personal gain * Being recommended for Chevalier from former mentees and other members of the Order
	The Council will debate every candidate for Chevalier and, once the criteria mentioned above have been fulfilled to their satisfaction, may set the Knight quests to attain the rank of Chevalier.
	Vow : I confirm, that as Knight, I did perform my duties to the Alliance and the Guild to the best of my abilities, and have lived by its principles. I pledge that I am willing to offer the best of my support to my brethren, to lead them where they may have need, and to shirk from protecting no-man. By the Light and my honour, I swear this.