With a ratio of 1000 to 1 in number of members, the Knight Brigade had dozens of ranks and titles within its body. Meanwhile, their counterpart – the Magus Brigade – only had three of such things.
The Magus Alliance Military defined the division of their combatants into three terms: squad, platoon, and legion.
Squad is the term for a unit consisting of five to thirty people and is led by a Captain.
Platoon is the term for a unit consisting of three to ten squads, up to three hundred people and is led by a Commander.
Legion is the term for a unit consisting of three to ten platoons, up to one thousand people and is led by a Supreme Commander.
This was information that was of common knowledge, and Roran confirmed that the mid-test would follow these rules.
As seen from the current situation, all privileged acolytes were given the title of Captain and were asked to form their own squad of thirty. The one hundred privileged acolytes who participated in the mid-test were then divided into three different planets named Pandora, Mystara and Arrakis respectively.
With the size and condition of the planet, Pandora Planet would have 30 squads in its land. These nine hundred or so people would be then divided into three continents it had, and each would be assigned a platoon leader – a Commander – to lead their respective sectors.
”I strongly believe that our test score and points during the test are not only about a simple test of strength by completing the quests and killing monsters, but also about following orders and achieving objectives with cooperation just like in the military,” explained Roran, which made many people nod their head in approval.
After all, upon further contemplation, this seemed to be likely the case.
”Unfortunately, none of us are qualified to be a commander. This means that we have to follow orders from someone we don’t know and if we disobey them, I’m pretty sure it will have a huge impact on our final score and points.”
Roran then said that even though this was a good and effective system within the military, it was actually unwise to apply such a system to the Magus Academy’s mid-test as the academy’s competitive nature could easily bring down the chain of command.
Once again, Roran clearly showed his displeasure and dissatisfaction with the way newly appointed Headmaster Delbrand prepared for the test.
It was also at that moment, when Roran finished his sentence, Annara sneered again before saying, “Roran, I am sure you already know who the designated commander is, so why the long talk?”
Hearing that, Roran just smiled and proceeded to divulge the information he got. It turned out that the commanders for the mid-test were chosen from the top 10 ranking of the privileged class.
Mystara: Rank 1, Rank 6, and Rank 7
Arrakis: Rank 2, Rank 5, and Rank 8
Pandora: Rank 3, Rank 4, and Rank 9
Hence, at the day of the mid-test, unless they were personally selected by the commanders, one would be randomly assigned to any of the three platoons.
With this revelation, everyone quickly checked to see who their commanders were.
[Rank 3 – Esho Nephilims]
[Rank 4 – Zack Talon]
[Rank 9 – Arcana]
Seeing the names that came up, Emery couldn’t help but be surprised. It wasn’t just because of the Nephilim name in it, but also by the fact Zack the Dragon bloodline would be assigned to the same planet as him and as one of the commanders.
”Now tell me which of the three do you trust?” Roran said to the masses.
This question doesn’t follow by any response, as none of them would be interested to be led by any of these three top acolytes.
Roran then began to voice his concerns, that he worried they would end up with a commander that would deliberately make things difficult by giving troublesome tasks. If that happened, those unfortunate ones could just forget using this opportunity to grab more contribution points and lots of fortune from the mission. Instead, they have to start worrying about whether they could complete the test, or worse, keep their life intact.
Thus, Roran hoped that with 150 people banding together and such a situation arose, they would be a big enough force not to be messed with and even forced the commander to give tasks that were beneficial to them.
”As I said before, all of this is just preparation for precautionary measures. And most importantly, everything is for our benefit,” said Roran, delivering his main point across.
At moments like these, once again, someone interjected. However, this time it wasn’t the skeptical Annara, but instead the beautiful Egyptian girl Klea.
”Roran, if that’s the case, then the solution is obvious.” Turning her head at the person beside her, she continued, “Emery here has a test ranking of 9th. If he defeats this person called Arcana, then won’t that destroy the problem at its root and solve all our concerns?”
Unexpectedly, Roran answered rather quickly. “Do you think I haven’t thought of that? I’ve seen how Emery easily defeated the 20th ranking Diyoo, but those people in the top 10 are a different matter altogether. Moreover, that person called Arcana is… tricky.”
Not believing Roran’s assessment of Emery, Klea threw a glance at Annara. “What do you think?” She asked.
Hearing the question, Annara seemed to be lost in thought for a second. “Honestly that rank 9 Arcana is very different, but hell I want to see the wolf boy try!”
The red-haired girl was excited as she turned to the young man standing beside her. “How does that idea sound, Roran? The end of the month arena is tomorrow; if Emery challenges and manages to win, then he will be the rank 9! If that happens, are you willing to give Emery and Julian the leadership position?”
Roran did not need a second to think when he heard those words.
”If he really has the ability to make it into the top 10, and the fact that there will be many opportunities open by having a commander of our own, then yes! I and all the members of the Harlight family will gladly follow suit.”
Klea and Annara simultaneously looked toward Emery.
”What do you think, Emery? You’re not afraid to fight the top 10 are you?”
Emery opens his privilege bracelets and sends the challenge.
[Arcana – Rank 9 has accepted your challenge]