Post by Acia on Nov 29, 2012 8:02:50 GMT -5
Current Families
Xuan Wu (Zhao Family)
Zhe Que (Xing Family)
Positions
Dragon Head (Leader)-- Usually the head of the family, or the leader of the group. They are the one who makes the final decisions that concern the family as a whole.
Dragon's Fang (Second in Command)-- The right hand of the Dragon Head. Normally the chosen successor of the leader should anything happen, they take command during times that the leader cannot.
The Red General (Enforcer)-- They take orders from the Dragon Head and Dragon's Fang they act as the leader for the "soldiers" who are out in the field.
The Blue General (Defender)-- Much like the Red Generals they take orders from the Dragon Head and Dragon's Fang. However, they are the leader of the "protectors."
The White Paper Fan (Administration)-- They handle the financial and legal sides to things. Often it is one person who acts as both the accountant and the lawyer for those within the group.
The Yellow Plum (Ceremonies Master)-- They are the ones who sees to things in terms of bringing in new members. From their initiation process, to their growth and training.
Autumn Leaf (Soldier)-- They are the ones who handle the offensive matters in the field. Mainly they are responsible for reinforcing the rules and regulations of the group, which may include many difficult tasks.
Spring Sparrow (Defender)-- They are the group that sees to the protection of all of the secrets within the group. They also act as the protectors to the Dragon Head.
Little Robin (Trainee)-- They are the new members placed under the care and guidence of the Yellow Plum. The fresh meat within the group, they are subject to harsh treatment during their times of training to prepare them for the harsh realities and duties that are set before them.
The Rules and Initiation
Rules-- “1. Be loyal to members of the organization. Do not interfere with each others interest. 2. Be rational. Be a member of the team. Don’t engage in battle if you can’t win….The directive extends to personal life. 3. Be a man of honor. Respect womanhood and your elders. 4. Keep your eyes and ears open and your mouth shut. 5. Have class. Be independent. Know your way around the world.”
Initiation-- The typical sequence of the ceremony is as follows. First, the new recruit is led into the presence of other members and presented by a member; the association is explained including its basic rules; then his finger is pricked with a needle by the officiating member; a few drops of blood are spilled on a card and mixed with a drop of blood from the Dragon Head; the card is set on fire; finally, while the card is passed rapidly from hand to hand to avoid burns, the novice takes an oath of loyalty to the family.
Being that this is a Roleplay, the initiation, rules, and any ceremonies that are executed can vary from family to family based upon what it is the the leaders wishes.