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=== Hierarchy ===
==== Ard-Solas
'''<nowiki/>'Higher Light,' 'The Enlightened,' 'He who knows all' -''' The highest rank and leader of the Order of the Eternal Seal is known as the Ard-Solas, a name shared by a powerful ancient rune studied by the original members of the order. Members of the Order of the Eternal Seal are instructed to refer to the Ard-Solas by the title of Grand Master followed by their given name, as the title of Ard-Solas refers to the wealth of knowledge these individuals possess. On official documents, the Ard-Solas is to be referred to as such, with the title of Grand Master preceding it in reference to the title holder’s rank. Within the Order, those who ascend to the rank of Ard-Solas are only those with a mastery over knowledge in all areas of study, thought to be the living representative of all information that exists within the realm. These individuals are typically adorned in solid black or white robes, with no less than thirteen golden chain links hung around their neck representing their mastery of each of the thirteen recognized areas of study. Though all within the Order know this to be untrue, as no single being could possess such knowledge, the respect the Ard-Solas commands within the Order of the Eternal Seal remains absolute.
While the Ard-Solas may command the utmost respect amongst the members of the Order and sit at the head of its governing body, they hold no more power than the other members of the Conclave. The Ard-Solas serves as the representative of the Conclave and the Order of the Eternal Seal as a whole in the King’s Court and is an elected position that persists until death or deposition via unanimous vote. If no unanimous vote can be reached by the other members of the Conclave upon the end of the previous Ard-Solas’ term, the next Ard-Solas has not been found, and the Conclave as a whole will be consulted on matters that concern the Order until a unanimous nomination can be determined. Regardless of this, a nominee via majority vote will still be seated among the King’s Court, however they must consult the rest of the Conclave before informing the King on matters they hold no mastery over. Upon removal from the position, regardless of circumstance, the deposed Ard-Solas is stripped of their rank and titles within the Order of the Eternal Seal, and is barred from the Order for the remainder of their lifetime. If an Ard-Solas steps down for any reason of their own volition, they are granted the title of ‘Fior-Solas’ and retain this title until their death or removal from the Order.
==== Tien / "Masters"
'''<nowiki/>'He whose desire for knowledge burns' -''' Within the Order of the Eternal Seal, the rank of Tien is granted upon mastery of a single discipline, represented by a single golden chain link, which is worn around their neck on a cord with a designated color for their mastered area of study. Those that choose to continue their studies will continue to add chain links of various metals corresponding to their current understanding of a discipline to their initial one, though the cord will remain the same color representing their initial field of study. Typically, upon achieving enough chain links to form a full loop that can be worn in place of the cord, it will then be tied around their waist atop their robes. Those that have achieved the rank of Tien are considered ‘Masters’ of their discipline, being consulted on matters regarding their area of study and carrying out the responsibility of passing their knowledge on to those that will follow them.
The Conclave of the Order of the Eternal Seal consists of thirteen seats, with one representing a master of each area of study. While Tien can earn further chain links beyond their original one, the color of the cord worn around their waist indicates their primary subject and thus determines which Conclave seat they may be chosen to fill. When a seat is left vacant after the death or deposition of the current seat holder, the other twelve members must reach a majority vote from those masters of which fall under the previous one’s area of study. If the votes for a candidate reach an impasse (6-6), the Ard-Solas’ vote will be counted as two, and the Tien who has the majority will be granted a seat on the Conclave. Tien are to be referred to by other members of the order as ‘Masters,’ being referred to as Master Tien on official documents. Tien may be called upon to serve as advisors to the regional lords, using their area of mastery to aid them in the decision making process or provide knowledge of a certain area the lord or lady lacks experience in.
==== Irraih ====
▲ Those within the order that have risen above their basic studies and have chosen a discipline are referred to as Irraih, meaning ‘seeker of knowledge’ in the old tongue. These individuals make up the vast majority of the Order of the Eternal Seal, and upon deciding on a field of study, Irraih will receive a cord to be worn around their shoulders or neck in a color representative of the discipline of their choice. Unlike Tien, Irraih are bound to one field of study until they achieve mastery over their subject, and while they are permitted to change their field at any point in their studies, any previously attained “mastery” will not carry over upon their attendance to the rank of Tien, and they must once again pass tests of achievement and mastery to be acknowledged as such. Upon mastery of a subdiscipline within their field of study, or the passing of certain trials of achievement and mastery, Irraih will be granted their first golden ring. Upon consecutive mastery of multiple subdisciplines, more golden rings may be earned until the title of Tien is achieved, with these golden rings being reforged into the first of their golden mastery chain links. Irraih are to be referred to by their given name, which may or may not be preceded with the title of Acolyte, or Learner. Often the clothing of the Irraih will reflect the field in which they have chosen to study, appearing far more practical than the robes of those considered to be masters within the Order, as the Irraih will often be required to work in the field during their studies. Irraih will typically reside in the care of a Tien of their discipline who will serve to guide them in their studies and present tests of achievement upon milestones in their progress.
New recruits within the Order of the Eternal Seal are granted the rank of a’Turas upon their admission. These individuals must go through a rigorous course of study that includes the basics needed to continue their learning at higher levels, such as reading and writing as well as the very basics of each and every discipline. a’Turas are expected to utilize this basic information to make an informed decision regarding the subject they will study upon ascendance to the rank of Irraih and the choosing of a discipline. Members of Order at the rank of a’Turas will typically be seen wearing more casual attire than the rest of the Order, with no robes, chains, rings, or cords present to indicate their achievement. They are to be referred to by their given name, and will officially be referred to by their given name ‘of the Order of the Eternal Seal.’ ▼
==== a’Turas ====
▲'''‘Knowledge awaits,' ‘He whose journey has yet to come,’ ‘A new path’ -''' New recruits within the Order of the Eternal Seal are granted the rank of a’Turas upon their admission. These individuals must go through a rigorous course of study that includes the basics needed to continue their learning at higher levels, such as reading and writing as well as the very basics of each and every discipline. a’Turas are expected to utilize this basic information to make an informed decision regarding the subject they will study upon ascendance to the rank of Irraih and the choosing of a discipline. Members of Order at the rank of a’Turas will typically be seen wearing more casual attire than the rest of the Order, with no robes, chains, rings, or cords present to indicate their achievement. They are to be referred to by their given name, and will officially be referred to by their given name ‘of the Order of the Eternal Seal.’
==== Sa-Uraa / “Honorary Master” ====
=== Traditions ===
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