This chapter will provide a bit of context on the ranking system in this world and the ranks given within the military.
Magic is different in this universe, as everyone's magic color is different and the color given to someone is based on their personality. Magic takes all forms in this world, from runic sorcery to enchanted weapons, etc.
There are 8 tiers that are assigned to all people in this world, people receive their magic powers on the first day of the year after they turn 18. These 8 ranks are set in stone, it is very rare for someone to move up or down on these rankings. The only known way is by using artifacts.
Rank 1: Ember
Rank 2: Iron
Rank 3: Steel
Rank 4: Silver
Rank 5: Gold
Rank 6: Mythril
Rank 7: Obsidian
Rank 8: Ethereal
Army Ranks
The Stonewatch (Lower ranks of the army, what most commoners would join as)
Squire Recruit
Shieldbearer
Legion Scout
Swordhand
The Ironwardens (The best of the Stonewatch get promoted to become Ironwardens or important commoners such as merchant sons become Ironwardens)
Warden
Iron Marshal
Field Warden
Silver Warden
High Warden
The Crownsworn (Lower nobility find themselves entering the Crownsworn)
Liege Knight
Knight Captain
Company Lord/Lady
Battlelord
Commandant
High Commandant
The Warcouncil (The highest ranking nobles)
Banner General
Council General
Lord/Mistress of arms
Grand Marshal
Champion of the Realm
Sovereign (Whether it be the Queen, Emperor, etc.)