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Qualifications

Unlike the Sisters of the other two Paths, the highest ranking member may be Chosen to succeed the Grandmaster, as only one who is skilled in both aspects can effectively lead the Sisterhood.

Ranks

Earth

Quicksilver

She is named for her mastery over speed spells. She is trusted with the tools of her Path. She cares for Earth-talented children.

Forestdancer

These women have been promoted from among the ranks of the Quicksilvers. She aids the Wolfriders in finding students trained in both skills. She has the same skills as the Sorceress Path, with at least a minor ability to understand languages.

Wolfrider

This is the most bizarre rank in that it is possible, though it isn't common, to go from apprentice to Wolfrider. Wolfriders are named for the naerwolves they rider A sister does not Choose her naerwolf companion; the naerwolf Chooses her. No one knows for sure how or why, but it happens. This is the only way to achieve this rank.

Air

Falcon

To obtain the Master Path version of this rank, a young girl needs to demonstrate the ability the ability to create 'wings', thus signifying the ability to 'fly'. It isn't really flying; more like gliding on wind currents or floating. Her duty is to create amulets of protection. These may be given to Sisters that are going out wandering or sold to raise money. She may take on an exceptionally talented girl and train her as an apprentice.

Cloudrunner

They are promoted from among the ranks of the Falcons. They enchant blades among other items used by the Sisterhood. === Windrider === Promoted from among the ranks of the Cloudrunners , this is the highest rank among the air elements. They train Falcons in the art of enchantments.

Fire

Stoneburner

Their powers deal with the forging of weapons. Even without a Cloudrunner's enchantment the blades hold a little magic of their own. Their name has a duel meaning: a reference to the glowing of the forge and the ability to, literally, burn stone. Many Stoneburners stay in this rank despite having achieved the power and ability to progress upward to become Firedancers. They simply don't feel the urge towards combat or doing anything more than creating. There's nothing wrong with it and it is an honourable occupation.

Starblade

It's possible, on Mater's Path, to go from apprentice to Starblade, as many Stoneburners stay there. Those who hold this rank use the distinctive weapon of the same name rather than the more traditional kaneth utilized by the rest of the Sisterhood. They are, of course, trained to use both weapons but those who achieve this rank are the only ones who are permitted to use and carry this weapon. Even after promotion to the rank of Firedancer they may continue to use it if they wish.

Firedancer

These Starblades have proven themselves worthy of promotion.

Water

Wavedancer

They have an aversion to bright light. They use an object to focus their power. They rarely leave the confines of the Sisterhood and avoid outsiders until they have better control over their abilities.

Chanter

These Wavedancers have gained enough control over their volatile magic to rise up in rank. They take it upon themselves to care for all the children in the Sisterhood, sharing this duty with the of their counterparts on the Path of the Sorceress and the Quicksilvers.

Singer

These are Chanters who have progressed in their power enough to achieve the highest rank on their Path. Their powers tend to be linked to their emotions.

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 = Qualifications =
+Unlike the Sisters of the other two Paths, the highest ranking member may be Chosen to succeed the Grandmaster, as only one who is skilled in both aspects can effectively lead the Sisterhood.
-Members of this Path focus more on their magical skills rather than on their sword work. Regardless, they are still required to have at least some basic skill with the [[kaneth]].
 = Ranks =
 == Earth ==
-=== Archer ===
+=== Quicksilver ===
-Raised by her master at the approximate age of 16, she must demonstrate the ability to summon a minor elemental and use simple earth spells. She may only be raised by her master. An Archer may take up to three apprentices at a time, depending on her skills. The name comes from the ability to cast target spells.
+She is named for her mastery over speed spells. She is trusted with the tools of her Path. She cares for Earth-talented children.
+=== Forestdancer ===
-=== Quicksilver ===
+These women have been promoted from among the ranks of the Quicksilvers. She aids the Wolfriders in finding students trained in both skills. She has the same skills as the Sorceress Path, with at least a minor ability to understand languages.
-She is named for her mastery over speed spells, such as swift, haste and slow. She is trusted with the tools of her Path.
+=== Wolfrider ===
+This is the most bizarre rank in that it is possible, though it isn't common, to go from apprentice to Wolfrider. Wolfriders are named for the naerwolves they rider A sister does not Choose her [[naerwolf]] companion; the naerwolf Chooses her. No one knows for sure how or why, but it happens. This is the only way to achieve this rank.
-=== Forestwalker ===
-This is the highest she can go. She is named for her skill to communicate with animals. Some can speak all the languages of the Sisters, but it isn't common. A Forestmaster with the second skill acts as a translator. Those without train animals, usually [[odlavi]] for the sisters to ride.
 == Air ==
-=== Eagle ===
+=== Falcon ===
-She must demonstrate the ability to call wind and bond with a bird. The more common birds are the giant eagles and owls, hence the name. She can take up to three apprentices. Aside from that, her other main duty is to train birds in the aviary.
+To obtain the Master Path version of this rank, a young girl needs to demonstrate the ability the ability to create 'wings', thus signifying the ability to 'fly'. It isn't really flying; more like gliding on wind currents or floating. Her duty is to create amulets of protection. These may be given to Sisters that are going out wandering or sold to raise money. She may take on an exceptionally talented girl and train her as an apprentice.
+=== Cloudrunner ===
-=== Falcon ===
+They are promoted from among the ranks of the Falcons. They enchant blades among other items used by the Sisterhood.
-To obtain this rank, the Eagle needs to show the ability to create 'wings', thus signifying the ability to 'fly'. It isn't really flying; more like gliding on wind currents or floating. Her duty is to create amulets of protection. These may be given to Sisters that are going out wandering or sold to raise money. She may take on an exceptionally talented girl and train her as an apprentice.
+=== Windrider ===  Promoted from among the ranks of the Cloudrunners , this is the highest rank among the air elements. They train Falcons in
+the art of enchantments.
-=== Skymistress ===
-These Sisters have mastered the ability to 'fly'. By now, their eyes and hair have bleached as has the coloring of their bird.
 == Fire ==
-=== Firestarter ===
+=== Stoneburner ===
-These Sisters are aptly named for the ability to summon fire. They, too, take up to three apprentices at a time. Thier other duty is to teach basic fire spells to all apprentices.
+Their powers deal with the forging of weapons. Even without a Cloudrunner's enchantment the blades hold a little magic of their own. Their name has a duel meaning: a reference to the glowing of the forge and the ability to, literally, burn stone. Many Stoneburners stay in this rank despite having achieved the power and ability to progress upward to become Firedancers. They simply don't feel the urge towards combat or doing anything more than creating. There's nothing wrong with it and it is an honourable occupation.
 === Starblade ===
-These Sisters have the knowledge of some of the higher magics. They are the only rank that doesn't use the kaneth, but instead uses a rapier-like sword that focuses her energy. When a Firestarter is ready to come up, a Starblade will begin training her in battle magics, similar to those taught to those on the Warrior's Path, but more powerful.
+It's possible, on Mater's Path, to go from apprentice to Starblade, as many Stoneburners stay there. Those who hold this rank use the distinctive weapon of the same name rather than the more traditional [[kaneth]] utilized by the rest of the Sisterhood. They are, of course, trained to use both weapons but those who achieve this rank are the only ones who are permitted to use and carry this weapon. Even after promotion to the rank of Firedancer they may continue to use it if they wish.
-=== Flarecaller ===
+=== Firedancer ===
-These women have mastered the fire spells and can call upon the elements. They train the Starblades in their battle magics.
+These Starblades have proven themselves worthy of promotion.
 == Water ==
-=== Enchantress ===
+=== Wavedancer ===
-Her magic is linked to a physical object, usually a musical instrument. Their object, combined with their voice, when using their power, tends to enchant anyone within hearing range. Thus they avoid outsiders and rarely leave the halls of the Sisterhood.
+They have an aversion to bright light. They use an object to focus their power. They rarely leave the confines of the Sisterhood and avoid outsiders until they have better control over their abilities.
 === Chanter ===
-They have more control over their powers. They take it upon themselves to care for all the children in the Sisterhood, sharing this duty with the Quicksilvers of the Master's Path.
+These Wavedancers have gained enough control over their volatile magic to rise up in rank. They take it upon themselves to care for all the children in the Sisterhood, sharing this duty with the of their counterparts on the Path of the Sorceress and the Quicksilvers.
 === Singer ===
-They no longer need a physical focus for their power, which they rarely use. They seem emotionless.
+These are Chanters who have progressed in their power enough to achieve the highest rank on their Path. Their powers tend to be linked to their emotions.
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