N.D.G. Ranking System

== NDG Ranking System ==
=== Tier 1: Initiate ===
* A newly registered member of the NDG.
* Registered only via operator's invitation or voluntary initiation.
=== Tier 2: Novice ===
* At least 20 hours of assigned mission time.
* Attended at least 1 combat training session.
* Attended at least 1 rescue training session.
* Passed background check.
=== Tier 3: Adept ===
* At least 200 hours of assigned mission time.
* Attended at least 6 combat training sessions.
* Attended at least 5 rescue training sessions.
* Passed tier elevation test.
=== Tier 4: Expert ===
* At least 900 hours of assigned mission time.
* Attended at least 10 combat training sessions.
* Attended at least 11 rescue training sessions.
* Passed tier elevation test.
=== Tier 5: Advanced ===
* At least 1500 hours of assigned mission time.
* Attended at least 15 combat training sessions.
* Attended at least 14 rescue training sessions.
* Passed tier elevation test.
=== Tier 6: Prime ===
* At least 2500 hours of assigned mission time.
* Attended at least 21 combat training sessions.
* Attended at least 20 rescue training sessions.
* Passed tier elevation test.
=== Operators ===
* Highest possible rank.
* Leaders or commanders.
* Manages the NDG's assets and plans.
* Negotiates with international organizations and governments.
* Well trusted; only chosen by past operators.