Aetheris Pyrism/Ranks

Ranks

This is practical information on the religious hierarchy, shared by Spark Keepers and higher ranked members of the religion..

Rank Order

Name	Purpose	Monthly Fee
Fire Prophet	Chosen Seer of the Faith	none
Vicar of the Flames	Head of the Faith	none
Flame Keeper	Preserver of the Faith	none
Ember Exemplars	Examples the Faith	30 gold
Blaze Guide	Missionary of the Faith	none
Pyre Protector	Protector of the Church	20 gold
Smokeless Guide	Known, enlightened and trusted Priests	none
Smokeless Pyre	Known, enlightened, trusted and contributing members	10 gold
Smokeless Fire	Known, enlightened and trusted members of the Church	none
Flame Guide	Priest	none
Pyre Builder	Contributing members	10 gold
Flame Seeker	Full member	none
Spark Keeper	RP full rank for those that don't want the message traffic.	none
Spark Seeker	Entrance rank	none

Rank Positions

Fire Prophet

The Chosen Seer of the faith, first to be enlightened by the Gods. Though not infallible, his closer connection with the Holy Ones allows him to guide the Church and resolve polemic matters.

Vicar of the Flames

Beacons of light, they are the High Priests of the Church. This position requires advanced theological knowledge, a life dedicated to preaching, and a tangible connection to the Fire Prophet and the Pantheon. Perhaps the most revered position in Aetheris Pyrism, as Vicars are the head of religion in the absence or passing of the most recent prophet.

Flame Keepers

Those who have achieved enlightenment matching that of the Vicar, whose relationship with the divine surpass the holy spirits and begin to mingle with the subtlety of the gods themselves. Not only is their attunement of their immus flamma nearly pure, but a connection to the temporal world severed through an additional ritual. They are the keepers of their purity, while upholding the duty of preserving those of their followers.

Pyre Patrons

Those who provide the material support, so the Church may remain a reality. Though not necessarily the most used examples of virtue, they are those who effectively wield more real power and affluence. They require a positive balance of 1000 gold coins to keep their rank, added with a 30 gold monthly fee to prove their continued support. The more Pyre Patrons that appear, the higher the balance and monthly fee.

• It should be noted that candidates must nominate themselves for the position of Pyre Patron. As it is a position of responsibility, but also one of affluence, the candidate must prove that he is willing to abide by what is demanded of him, regardless of the monetary burden.

Blaze Guides

Among the most trusted priests of the faith; they seek to enlighten, teach, and spread the word of our faith at home and abroad. Blaze Guides wield an adept knowledge surrounding the rebirth of the immus flamma in former non-believers. With that, they begin rituals and meditations surrounding its preservation. Those who excel are deemed worthy to become Flame Keepers.

Pyre Protector

Nobles who dedicate their lives to selflessly support the Church. They are the most respected between the full members.

Smokeless Guide

Enlightened Priests of the faith, whose preaching not only to the commoners, but also to the nobles, is considered the word of the Church.

Smokeless Fire

The lower ranked members to have their word considered representative of the Church as a whole. They have passed through the basic initiation rituals and share a differentiated relationship with the divine.

Flame Guide

Filigrees that decided to spend their time sharing the Truth of the Gods with others, seeking to expand the faith.

Flame Protector

Filigrees that decided to make material sacrifices for the religion.

Flame Seeker

Standard rank for the common filigree.

Spark Keeper

Filigrees that prefer to maintain a certain distance from the daily affairs of the Church, focusing on their own matters.

Spark Seeker

Those who seek enlightenment in Aetheris Pyrism but have not yet formally fully joined the ranks of the Church.

Former Elders

Pyrists that once held an Elder position in the Church.

Pyre Patrons

Shin Shenron

Blaze Guides

Caldric Tyr-Sog

Hendrick Madigan