My brother Ketetsu (Elmo) and myself came up with a dandy little ranking system for our high school Belegarth faction. I've tried to make it as versatile as possible, allowing for both combatants who excel in being alone/in a small group and for those that don't always fight the greatest but can lead a troop with the best of them to rank up. Any advice or helpful critiques from other units with successful ranking systems?
Gladiators Ranking System
Rank D:
Every Gladiator who has not yet been ranked or has not yet ascended in rank is a class ‘D’ fighter. These fighters should be pushed to improve themselves at all costs, and should always listen to helpful advice from all Gladiators.
How to rise in rank: Choose your desired number of teammates
Choose that number +2 for your number of opponents
Choose your opponents
Ketetsu or Todo will choose your supporting team, and will
balance accordingly for fairness in some cases
Must achieve victory
Rank C:
Your average or mildly above aforementioned Gladiator. These Gladiators have proven their ability to a standard level, and that they belong in the rank and file of the Gladiators. Said Gladiator should commonly be given assisstance in technique from near all other Gladiators.
How to rise in rank: Choose your desired number of teammates
Choose that number +2 for your number of opponents
Choose half of your opponents (Rounded up, if odd number)
Ketetsu or Todo will choose your supporting team and other half of opposing team
Must achieve victory
Rank B:
A Gladiator that has shown above standard, all around ability. Has proven leadership abilities, is proficient in a variety of weapon styles, and often times rises above the main of the Gladiators to meet challenges presented before them. Will occasionally be given advice by superiors, often times on a smaller scale than a D-C rank.
How to rise in rank: Choose your desired number of teammates
Choose that number +2 for your number of opponents
Ketetsu or Todo will choose your supporting team and
opposing team
Must achieve victory
Rank A:
Few Gladiators are of this skill or above. These Gladiators are the upper echelon of the Gladiator school, and as such should be treated with respect. These Gladiators have demonstrated extremely adept leadership skills, have proven themselves many times in combat, and are often a deciding factor of a fight. Congratulations to all those who have achieved this rank.
How to rise in rank: Must be approached by Todo and Ketetsu (You cannot ask
to rise to S rank)
Both Todo and Ketetsu will be on opposing team in addition
to half current Gladiator school
Ascending Gladiator must make the tactics for his team (no
suggestions-- only compliance by Gladiator’s teammates)
Does not need to achieve victory-- rank ascension will be
judged on subjective factors by Todo and Ketetsu
Rank S:
The best of the best. These are the elite of the Gladiator school, those who have fought longer and harder than the rest. These Gladiators will almost always provide a crucial role in a battle, and have achieved the ability to lead on the fly and from the front. Few and far between.
How to rise in rank: No further ascension
If my fellow Belegrim would give me a hand with this, I'd be extra appreciative. Thanks for your time,
Todo