Paragons

Intro
Paragons are trial-basis command staff members. They are given a task to perform in service to the Empire. If they prove themselves worthy, then they will be promoted to a full-time Fourth Guardian.
Paragons are considered Tier-6 Command Staff.
* Like Fourth Guardians, they wear an open face cloak and receive a fourth-guardian styled rank chain.
* Paragons decorate their rank chain by adding a silver ring in place of every 5th black ring.
* They have less authority than a Fourth Guardian.
* Paragons cannot utilize Fourth Guardian armor decoration (natural steel accenting).
Holding a paragon title adds 0.1 to authority level.
fourth guardian back.png|Standard Command Cloak
standard cloak.png|Standard Command Cloak
How to become a ParagonParagon positions are traditionally offered to Verditians who show devotion and dedication to the Empire. Traditionally members of the crafter's guild are top picks for command staff positions because they are actively providing services. Regardless of activity there are general standards that must be met by any command member:
* Required to own elite level garb regardless of combat rank.
* Required to wear elite level garb at least 50% of the time they are attending any Verdish event.
* Required to attend at least 50% of official practices (once a week when concerning multiple practice days).
* Required to be easily contactable for questions outside of Verdish events by standard members.
* Expected to attempt to generate additional growth for the empire.