Guild Ranks

==Intro==
Since ranks have responsibilities that might not suit you, Members should ask when they want to be promoted. You should make sure the character you are playing meets requirement for the next highest rank first. For a complete list of requirements, responsibilities and benefits for each rank, please click on the links shown in the contents box on the right or to see a basic list of requirements check out the "Quick Reference Chart".
We do make every effort to proactively notify you of promotion opportunities, however your help in this area will go a long way to making sure you are awarded the rank you've worked for.
Basically the higher the rank, the more often you'll need to be playing in game and the more tasks you'll be asked to participate in.
Members may NOT automatically be promoted to ANY rank. Please remember that promotions are a privilege not a right. Thanks!
You can also check the Guild Welcome Center area of the Guild Hall for books that outline the requirements for promotion to each rank. We place those books in game for your quick reference convenience.
==Forms to Sign==
==Ranks - Promotion Requirements - Permissions==
=== Noble (Guild Leader) ===
NOBLE - GUILD LEADER - Councellor	NOBLE - GUILD LEADER - Councellor	NOBLE - GUILD LEADER - Councellor	NOBLE - GUILD LEADER - Councellor	NOBLE - GUILD LEADER - Councellor	NOBLE - GUILD LEADER - Councellor	NOBLE - GUILD LEADER - Councellor
 	Information
Councellor's Alts: 	Counsellor, Start, Tott, Thou
Description 	The highest rank within the guild organization. This position holds the most responsibility. As the steward of guild resources such as the guild hall, funds and amenities, it's the Guild Leader's duty and pledge to provide the tools necessary to help increase each member's enjoyment of the game.
Positions Available	1
Guild Bank Withdrawals	BANK 1 	BANK 2 	BANK 3 	BANK 4
Items 	Unlimited	Unlimited	Unlimited	Unlimited
Coin 	Unlimited	Unlimited	Unlimited	Unlimited
 	Information
Privileges 	Guild Trustee. Has the opportunity to work with the best group of players ever.
Requirements	Must be willing to devote all time and attention to the welfare of all guild members.
How to Apply	By appointment only
=== Noble (Assistant Leader) ===
NOBLE - ASSISTANT GUILD LEADERS - Deaura & Lalaina	NOBLE - ASSISTANT GUILD LEADERS - Deaura & Lalaina	NOBLE - ASSISTANT GUILD LEADERS - Deaura & Lalaina	NOBLE - ASSISTANT GUILD LEADERS - Deaura & Lalaina	NOBLE - ASSISTANT GUILD LEADERS - Deaura & Lalaina	NOBLE - ASSISTANT GUILD LEADERS - Deaura & Lalaina	NOBLE - ASSISTANT GUILD LEADERS - Deaura & Lalaina
 	Information
Deaura's alts: 	Chiumbo, Gacia, Marana, Moonrunner, Yepia
Lalaina's alts: 	Aaralynn, Arannya, Avanti, Kalyana, Kanta, Kiraela
Rank Description 	Assistant Guild Leaders act as the Guild Leader when needed. They help to resolve ties in complex operational issues. They assist all guild members and strive to increase everyone's enjoyment of the game.
Positions Available	2
How to Apply 	By invitation and Space Availability
Guild Bank Withdrawals	BANK 1 	BANK 2 	BANK 3 	BANK 4
Items 	Unlimited	Unlimited	Unlimited	Unlimited
Coin 	Unlimited	Unlimited	Unlimited	Unlimited
 	Information
Privileges 	  All previous rank privileges +
* Access to all Noble privileges
Requirements 	
*OTHER - Hand-selected by the Guild Leader.
Recommendations	
# If you would like to start or run your own guild, speak with the guild leader to discuss shadow opportunities
 
===Captain (Sr Officer) ===
CAPTAIN - Sr OFFICERS - Cynnamonspice, Constantania & Sirella	CAPTAIN - Sr OFFICERS - Cynnamonspice, Constantania & Sirella	CAPTAIN - Sr OFFICERS - Cynnamonspice, Constantania & Sirella	CAPTAIN - Sr OFFICERS - Cynnamonspice, Constantania & Sirella	CAPTAIN - Sr OFFICERS - Cynnamonspice, Constantania & Sirella	CAPTAIN - Sr OFFICERS - Cynnamonspice, Constantania & Sirella	CAPTAIN - Sr OFFICERS - Cynnamonspice, Constantania & Sirella
 	Information
Cynnamonspice's alts:	  Baskettcase
Constantania's alts: 	  Lovesbyte, Butterflystitch, Evalangel, Naytra, Joanivark
Sirella's alts: 	  Moagie, Khosta, Thanah, Luwaxanna, Sirrina, Fura
Description 	Captains are handpicked to assist and report to the Nobles. In the absence of the Nobles they have almost the same authority as a Guild Leader. They are vital in forging guild policies and helping maintain the day to day operations of the guild. This position is subject to vacancy and guild need.
Positions Available 	5
How to Apply 	  Meet all listed requirements  By invitation and appointment only  To request promotion, please contact any Noble or Captain in game or send an email
Guild Bank Withdrawals	BANK 1	BANK 2	BANK 3	BANK 4
Items 	5 	5 	5 	5
Coin 	5 plat	5 plat	5 plat	0
 	Information	
Privileges	  All previous rank privileges +
* Access to withdraw 20 items and up to 15 plat per 24 hours from Guild Bank (1)
* 100% Discount on Guild Broker Sales Items (1)
* Opportunity to lead the guild during periods of Noble's absence
* Opportunity to vote on all guild issues
* Guild Trustee
* Manages the Guild Cash Program
* A Promotion Reward consisting of one random Station Cash item OR one of any other promotion reward item (your choice) (3)(4)(5)(6)
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  Footnotes -
  (1) - Other restrictions may apply - see article for details.
  (3) - You may not qualify for this reward if you've received any other promotion reward within the past 30 days on any other character you own.
  (4) - Substitution of a lower rank's reward is allowed.
  (5) - Member must specifically order promotion rewards for them to be issued.  (6) - SC item determined via a random roll and other restrictions. See Noble for more details.	 	
=== Bishop (Jr Officer) ===
BISHOP	BISHOP	BISHOP	BISHOP	BISHOP	BISHOP	BISHOP
 	Information
Description 	Individuals awarded this position have shown the ability to provide a vast amount of game knowledge in both adventuring and crafting spheres through either personal knowledge or reference materials. They have been tested, completed an interview by thier peers and have expressed a desire to help others on a daily basis.
Positions Available	25
How to Apply 	  Meet all listed requirements  To request promotion, contact any Captain or Noble in game or send an email
Guild Bank Withdrawals	BANK 1	BANK 2	BANK 3	BANK 4
Items 	2 	2 	1 	0
Coin 	0 	0 	0 	0
 	Information	
Privileges	  All previous rank privileges +
# Access to withdraw 5 items per 24 hours from Guild Bank (1)
# 50% Discount on Guild Broker Sales Items (1)
# A Promotional Reward consisting of Five Goblin Game Tickets OR one (48 slot) storage container (3)(4)(5)
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  Footnotes -
  (1) - Other restrictions may apply - see article for details.
  (3) - You may not qualify for this reward if you've received any other promotion reward within the past 30 days on any other character you own.
  (4) - Substitution of a lower rank's reward is allowed.
  (5) - Member must specifically order promotion rewards for them to be issued.	 	
=== Knight (Sr Member) ===
KNIGHT	KNIGHT	KNIGHT	KNIGHT	KNIGHT	KNIGHT	KNIGHT
 	Information
Description 	These members are specifically selected based on their interest in promoting the guild and it's policies. During Battleground events they form the core group that guard and protects the Captains and Nobles. Positions are limited.
Positions Available	50
How to Apply 	  Meet all listed requirements  To request promotion, contact any Captain or Noble in game or send an email
Guild Bank Withdrawals	BANK 1	BANK 2	BANK 3	BANK 4
Items 	2 	1 	1 	0
Coin 	0 	0 	0 	0
 	Information	
Privileges	  All previous rank privileges +
# Access to withdraw 4 items per 24 hours from Guild Bank (1)
# Special Assistance obtaining Armor, Weapons and Spells.
# 30% Discount on Guild Broker Sales Items (1)
# Guild Chat Moderator
# A Promotional Reward consisting of a Three Portal Paintings setor 2 Goblin Game Tickets (your choice)(3)(4)(5)
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  Footnotes -
  (1) - Other restrictions may apply - see article for details.
  (3) - You may not qualify for this reward if you've received any other promotion reward within the past 30 days on any other character you own.
  (4) - Substitution of a lower rank's reward is allowed.
  (5) - Member must specifically order promotion rewards for them to be issued.	 	
=== Esquire (Member) ===
ESQUIRE	ESQUIRE	ESQUIRE	ESQUIRE	ESQUIRE	ESQUIRE	ESQUIRE
 	Information
Description 	The individual who has been awarded this rank has met all the requirements to become a full fledged member of the guild
Positions Available	500
How to Apply 	  Meet all listed requirements  To apply, contact any Guild Officer or Guild Leader in game or send an email
Guild Bank Withdrawals	BANK 1	BANK 2	BANK 3	BANK 4
Items 	1 	1 	1 	0
Coin 	0 	0 	0 	0
 	Information	
Privileges	  All previous rank privileges +
# Access to withdraw 3 items per 24 hours from Guild Bank (1)
# 20% Discount on Guild Broker Sales Items (1)
# A Promotion Reward consisting of a single random "Portal Painting" OR 1 plat (3)(4)(5).
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  Footnotes -
  (1) - Other restrictions may apply - see article for details.
  (3) - You may not qualify for this reward if you've received any other promotion reward within the past 30 days on any other character you own. 
  (4) - Substitution of a lower rank's reward is allowed.
  (5) - Member must specifically order promotion rewards for them to be issued.	 	
=== Scribe (Jr Member) ===
SCRIBE	SCRIBE	SCRIBE	SCRIBE	SCRIBE	SCRIBE	SCRIBE
 	Information
Description 	The individual who has been awarded this rank has met all the requirements to become a junior member of the guild.
Positions Available	500
How to Apply 	  Meet all listed requirements  To request promotion, contact any Captain or Noble in game or send an email
Guild Bank Withdrawals	BANK 1	BANK 2	BANK 3	BANK 4
Items 	1 	1 	0 	0
Coin 	0 	0 	0 	0
 	Information	
Privileges	  All previous rank privileges +
# Access to withdraw 2 items per 24 hours from Guild Bank (1)
# Ability to issue Guild Invite to Players (2)
# Ability to Update Personal Notes of Guild Members
#20% Discount on Guild Broker Sales Items (1)
#A Promotion Reward consisting of a "Guild Tapestry" and a "Guild Cloak"  (3)(4)
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  Footnotes -
  (1) - Other restrictions may apply - see article for details.
  (2) - Article signature required.
  (3) - You may not qualify for this reward if you've received any other promotion reward within the past 30 days on any other character you own.
  (4) - Substitution of a lower rank's reward is allowed.	 	
=== Forager (Associate) ===
FORAGER	FORAGER	FORAGER	FORAGER	FORAGER	FORAGER	FORAGER
 	Information
Description 	Members who have obtained this rank have demonstrated their association with Retributions Blade through the earning of guild status points and becoming familiar with the guild operations.
Positions Available	500
How to Apply 	
Meet all listed requirements.
To request promotion, contact any Captain or Noble in game or send an email
Guild Bank Withdrawals	BANK 1	BANK 2	BANK 3	BANK 4
Items 	1 	0 	0 	0
Coin 	0 	0 	0 	0
 	Information	
Privileges	
  All previous rank privileges +
# Access to withdraw 1 item per 24 hours from Guild Bank (1)
# Access to Guild Flag (2)
# Magic Carpet Prestigious House Wall location to place your PH Portal
# Wall Street Depot access
# Sea World Depot access
# General Store Depot access
# Meditation Garden access
# Guild Advertiser
# 10% Discount on Guild Broker Sales Items (1)
# Use of City Merchants to purchase items using personal status points
# Access to Guild Grandmaster Craftsmen
#A Promotion Reward consisting of a "Two 44 Slot storage containers (3)(4)
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  Footnotes -
  (1) - Other restrictions may apply - see article for details.
  (2) - Article signature required.
  (3) - You may not qualify for this reward if you've received any other promotion reward within the past 30 days on any other character you own.
  (4) - Substitution of a lower rank's reward is allowed.	 	
=== Wanderer (Newcomer) ===
WANDERER	WANDERER	WANDERER	WANDERER	WANDERER	WANDERER	WANDERER
 	Information
Description 	This is the first rank that a player joining the guild is assigned.
It is also assigned when inactivity dictates.
Positions Available 	Unlimited
How to Acquire this rank	Recruits must meet the basic recruiting requirements and demonstrate acceptable behavior standards
Guild Bank Withdrawals	BANK 1	BANK 2	BANK 3	BANK 4
Items 	0 	0 	0 	0
Coin 	0 	0 	0 	0
 	Information	
Privileges	
# Guild Recall Ability
# Guild Visitor Status
# Two 44 slot storage containers  (after acquiring Guild Recall ability) (3)
# 40+ Additional Benefits
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  Footnotes -
  (3) - You may not qualify for this reward if you've received any other promotion reward within the past 30 days on any other character you own.	 	
== Quick Reference Chart ==
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==NOTES==
* Membership (a) - Players may remain a member of Retributions Blade until such time as (either/or)
:# they remove themselves from the guild roster
:# they violate guild policy
:# they fail to meet the login requirements
: (a) Retributions Blade reserves the right to revoke membership from any player, at any time, for any reason. We do expect to retain all members on the guild roster as long as it's beneficial to each party and while game mechanics allow.
* Log-In - Members must log into game for at least fifteen real world minutes in order to qualify as "logged in".
* Inactive Period - Players who have not "logged in" to game within the specified number of days posted for a rank, will be considered "Inactive" and may be moved to the next lower qualifying rank. The "Last Logged In Date" will be used to determine the total number of inactive days since last log in. These are "calendar" days NOT "business" or "game" days.The last log-in date shown on the Guild Screen may be used to determine the cumulative days of inactivity.
* Officer Postitions - Invitations are extended to the ranks of Captain and above as the need arises. Members who are considered for Bishop or higher are expected to successfully complete an interview and/or test with questions and answers. These ranks are also subject to Incumbent Officer acceptance and vote of the leadership for individuals being invited to these ranks who display exemplary conduct and leadership skills while in membership with Retributions Blade. It is from the Bishop pool that Captains are selected to serve the general membership. Consistent positive roll-model behavior and full compliance with all guild polices and guidelines are expected of all in these ranks.
* Promotion Paths - Retributions Blade has established three promotion paths:
:*# Crusade
:*# Explorer
:*# Loyalty *
::(*) Not all ranks may offer a Loyalty path.  In order to obtain a promotion, all members must successfully complete either:
:::*path #1 and 2  ~ or ~
:::*path #1 and 3
* Promotions - Members should monitor their paths and request promotion when they become eligible.
* Promotion Rewards - Rewards for the ranks of Scribe and above are ONLY ISSUED when request.
* Login - Requires members of this rank to log in once every specified number of days for at least 15 (fifteen) real-time minutes to retain this rank.
* Rank Requirements - Each character is promoted based on their qualifications and NOT based on the "Elder's" rank. What this means is not every character you own will have the same rank. So if you want a specific character to have certain benefits, please have that character complete the requirements and request promotion. Members who no longer meet the requirements of a rank may be placed in the rank they qualify for. Guild Captains or Nobles may waive rank requirement(s) when a situation dictates necessity.
* Level # - requires members to be have obtained a specific level in either Adventure and/or Tradeskill with that character before being promoted to this rank.. Each rank will specify which skill it applies to. (Note:) The Guild reserves the right to waive level requirements in unique circumstances. Some examples (but not limited to) of unique circumstances are when operational positions are abruptly or unexpectedly vacated or when guild mission requirements change requiring a rapid increase in the amount of members needed to fulfill a new structure.
* Guild Recruiting - all players holding the guild rank of "Forager" or higher are given the ability to recruit for the guild. This means they may activate the "Recruiting for Guild" box (How to) and actively advertise for new members. Members are expected to know the requirements for joining the guild as well as be able to answer basic questions asked by potential members.  Please note that "advertising" is different from "inviting" in that those who have the invite ability can actually bring new members into the guild while those who can advertise are on the guild recruiting list for other players to contact and discuss questions about the guild.
* Guild Invites - all players holding the guild rank of Scribe (Jr Member) or higher can issue a "Guild Invite" (How to) to players based on the recommendations of other Guild members. Please be sure that new recruits have met the requirements of being 18 years of age or older, are willing to sign into game once every 120 days and play for 15 minutes or more, and be willing to communicate with fellow guild members or leaders via voice or text chat. When you invite a new player you should update the "Personal Notes" area of the guild screen under the new member's name advising if the character is an alt of a previous member or if it's their first character (ELDER) of the guild so that the Officer Notes can be updated at a later time. Please do not remove these type of "Personal Notes" until you see the change reflected within the "Officer Notes".
* Site Registration - Requires players to have completed the registration requirements on the Guild Forums and Wikia prior to being awarded this rank. This ensures that members have access to the appropriate restricted site areas and facilitates the permission database linkage with site and game and to make sure members have the adaquate tools necessary to fulfill their rank responsibilities.
* Status Points - (see this article for ways to earn status)
* Guild Status Points - are required when qualifying for rank promotions. Guild Status Points (GSPs) are different from Personal Status Points (PSPs) and can be viewed via the in-game Guild Screen. 
::: GSPs or "Guild Status Points" (not to be confused with "Personal Status Points" are viewed on the Guild Screen which can be reached by pressing the "U" key on your keyboard and are found under the Status Column for each of your characters that are enrolled/affiliated/joined with Retributions Blade. These "guild status points" (often referred to as "G-stats") are based on EACH character and are not based on the account they are created under.
:::
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Guild Rank System Latest Changes
Effective September 1, 2013 for all Retributions Blade Guild Characters
Notice:
On September 1, 2013 a path promotion system was developed for guild ranks.  Scribe (Jr Member) and Esquire (Member) ranks offer an additional promotion path called the "Loyalty" path.  This Loyalty path gives players (depending on their playstyle and personal preference) the opportunity to choose between either an Explorer based path or a Status based path when working towards promotion.   These two paths are separate and distinct and may not be "inter-mixed".  When reviewing the paths for a rank that offers both Explorer and Loyalty paths, players should decide which is most suited for their character and work towards achieving all objections outlined within the specified path.  Once a player completes all the pre-requisits of a particular path, they should apply to a Guild Captain or Noble for promotion.  Players may switch between paths at any time however accomplishments completed for one path won't count towards the other path.  To prevent extra work it might be better to review both paths and make a decision prior to setting out on a particular promotion path.
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