Knights of Valor
Doctrine
Knight's Oath
We are the Knights of Valor, formed in battle like a sword in a firey birth, to uphold and regain the Honor of the House fo Marik. Only the corpses of rebels and renegades will remain amongst the ashes and bloodstained streets. I will Honor my House as I Honor my Family.I will Vow to uphold what is right, to all the best of my teachings from my Brothers. Beware all those who cast a shadow of Darkness and who oppose us in our strife to achieve true Greatness. Beware for we are the Knights of Valor.
Introduction
For Cadets (or Trainees)
As a cadet, you currently have no rank. You carry the crest of The Knights of Valor to distinguish you as our trainee, and are expected to conform to all Knights of Valor rules of conduct. Traditionally, cadets must endure intense training and will be expected to do so. In KV, cadets will learn mech tactics, and more importantly, KV rules, policy, codes of conduct, Honor, Respect and some House history. Please note that cadets are not allowed to participate in Honor Point wars within the League.
As a KV warrior it is your job to uphold our house name. Therfore it is your responsibility to follow this Code of Conduct at ALL times. Knights of Valor NEVER cheat, lie, backstab or make intentional use of vulgar language. Knights of Valor do however share tactical info with their brothers and help out other "gamers" should they have a problem. In donning the KV uniform you agree to abide by these terms and conditions and to strive to always uphold these Codes of Conduct.
The first thing I need to stress is that the use of profanity is NOT permitted. Anyone caught using any type of profanity will be giving a warning by the highest-ranking officer on scene. If you are caught using profanity a second time your actions will be reported to your unit commander and the Keshik for disciplinary actions. Even though this is a game we still want to maintain a level of professionalism, and remember you are representing a very proud and honorable house. Good natured taunting of your enemy is allowed to a certain level but you must know when taunting becomes insulting which is NOT allowed.
This final section deals with common courtesies when dealing with officers and enlisted personal. When entering a room or if an officer enters the room you should provide the appropriate greeting which is a salute by typing salute or <S>, followed by their names. Officers are instructed to try and gently remind those in the room what they are supposed to do. Should there be a situation/problem arise between 2 people in our house then they should follow their chain of command going to their Nova Commanders, if and only if this situation needs immediate attention then you may go above your Nova Commander if they are not around at that time. In certain situations a Nova Commander may deem it necessary to call a meeting of the round table which is the Keshik members. If this happens, the members of the round table will investigate the issue. The highest ranking Keshik present then may either impose appropriate punishment or send the results of the investigation "upstairs" to the Khan for resolution. Any issues settled by judgement of the round table shall be considered closed issues. The only recourse for appeal at this point is directly to the Khan, with the commanding officer of the investigation present. The Khan's decision shall be final. Before a dispute is brought before the Khan, ALL other alternatives should be exhausted. The Khan does not have the time to settle every little dispute in the Clan.
KESHIK (COMMAND STAR)
Khan 100t
SaKhan 100t
Galaxy Commander 100t
Nova Colonel 85t
Nova Captain 85t
The Keshik members (Nova Captain and above) will be identified by the surname Lord while Nova Commanders use the surname Sir or Lady before their names. This is done as a show of command and leadership and to designate to all that these warriors are members of the Command Staff.
ALL OTHER STARS
Nova Commander 80t
Star Colonel 80t
Star Captain 75t
Star Commander 65t
1st Mechwarrior 60t
2nd Mechwarrior 55t
Cadet 35t
Khan
To oversee all matters that involve the Knights of Valor. The Khan moderates all new warriors and verifies their positions in the House. To assist in the well being of KV to the best of his abilities. All important issues will require the Khan's approval. To help and ensure the long lasting survival of The Knights of Valor. This position is not available to ToP.
SaKhan
Ths SaKhan will have full control when the Khan is on extended leave and will be considered the acting Khan. He will uphold and revere all the Khan's decisions and follow them through. To provide advice to the Khan and act as his Voice. This position is not available to ToP.
Galaxy Commander
He will carry out and follow through with the decisions of the Khan and SaKhan. All issues brought forth to the Khan and SaKhan will be passed through the Galaxy Commander. On his decision it will be decided or passed to the Khan or SaKhan. This position is not available to ToP.
Nova Colonel
This is the 1st position available for ToP. Their main responsibility is the administration and command of a Battalion of warriors. They are also responsible for helping with the training of the warriors of KV, to help in the moderation of the House and keep a watchful eye for all new prospects to join KV and also to help to seek out the inactives within out House.
Nova Captain
The Nova Captains first and foremost responsibility is to effectively administer a Cluster of warriors. They will also be required to aid their Nova Commanders in the running of their Binaries. Each Nova Captain is designated the leader of one of our Clusters but all NCapt's are collectively resposible for helping all of the warriors in KV.
Nova Commander
Nova Commanders are in charge of a Binary within the clan. They will moderate ToPs within their stars if possible.They will recruit to fill voided positions within the Knights of Valor. They will hold training and practice sessions for their Stars. They will hold Binary meetings once per week. The Nova Commanders will in all actuality be the hands of the Keshik.
Star Colonel
With the aid of their Nova Commander, they will be responsible for the running of a star of warriors within the clan. They will ensure that all members are familiar with class and Rules.This is the lowest rank that can recruit to a rank other than Cadet. They cannot, however, recruit to a rank higher than Star Commander. If they feel a new recruit should be ranked higher than Star Commander, they will have a Command member assess the recruit prior to rank assignment. They will moderate their stars and inform the Nova Commander of all inactive warriors. They can schedule practices if it is allowed by their Nova Commander.
Star Captain
They will be directed by the Nova Commander and the Star Colonel. They will help in the training of the star.
Star Commander
Their responsibility will be to help the 1st Mechwarriors, 2nd Mechwarriors and Cadets with their training. Also helping make sure that they know the rules.This is the lowest rank that may recruit warriors to KV. They may recruit only to the rank of Cadet. If they feel a new recruit should be ranked higher than Cadet, they will have a Command member assess the recruit prior to rank assignment.
1st Mechwarrior and 2nd Mechwarrior
Their main interest of responsibility is activity and the quest for knowledge. They must be well versed in tactics and the basics for advancement.
Cadets
Their responsibility is to prove to the House they are a dedicated member. They must understand the rules and class system, and demonstrate an understanding of fighting before being allowed to cToP. The cadet must be fully prepared to uphold all rules of the House. You are the future of Knights of Valor. Please note that Cadets are not allowed to participate in Honor Point wars within the League.
**Command Star or Keshik**
Consists of at least 5 members
These consist of the following; Khan, SaKhan, Gallaxy Commander, Nova Colonel and Nova Captain
(note: the number of NCol and NCapt positions will be determined by the Kahn based on the size of the clan)
**Star**
Generally a Star consists of 4 members but to help battle the attacking Clans we have organized our Stars to have 5 members. They consist of; Star Colonel, Star Captain, Star Commander, 1st Mechwarrior and 2nd Mechwarrior.
**Binary**
A Binary contains 2 Stars and is commanded by a Nova Commander
**Trinary**
A Trinary contains 3 Stars.
**Cluster**
A Cluster consists of 2 Binaries or Trinaries and is commanded by a Nova Captain.
**Battalion**
A Battalion consists of 2 Clusters and is commanded by a Nova Colonel.
**Galaxy**
A Galaxy consists of 2 or more Battalions and is commanded by a Galaxy Commander.
Recruit or Cadet ToP
(AKA cToP)
You will train with us and prepare for your Cadet Trial of Position commonly referred to as a cToP (see-top). If you pass, then you will be assigned your earned rank. Specific trial procedures are outlined later in this document. You may request the trial at any time that you feel you are ready, but we strongly suggest that you stick around as a trainee a little while just to get a feel for us and our ways before you commit yourself to this clan. Trainees and Recruits may remain in Cadet status for a maximum of 20 days. If you do not schedule a cToP by then, you will be dropped from the roster. Good Luck to you and remember that you are the future of The Knights of Valor. In your trial to earn a higher position you will be given a max of 65 ton mech.The trial will be fought in weapons class WC4. You must destroy at least one of the 3 mechs you will fight against. You must not overheat and explode, this results in a negative kill and ends the cToP. You will fight each oppenent one at a time calling the person or mech before engaging that mech. The mechs you will be going against will be a Jenner, a Stormcrow and a Timber Wolf. You only need to kill one mech to gain a position within our ranks. Most people will go for the Jenner to insure a position in our ranks. If you wish you can go for a Higher rank after the kill. Each consecutive mech you kill will result in a higher rank. To follow will be the Ranks you can earn from the kills.
1st Kill = 2nd Mechwarrior
2nd Kill = 1st Mechwarrior
3rd Kill = Star Commander
You will be allowed, if you so choose, to do a Mock Trial before you do the Real one to get the jitters out, and to get the feel for the Trial.
Standard ToP
Rules of Engagement (ToP)
The Knights of Valor wishes all warriors to excel within our ranks therefor we offer a Trial of Position option for everyone. The Command will base trials off of the League Warrior Stats listings for easy tracking. Please follow the procedure below.
Acquire the correct amount of wars in a month to top the next rank above you.
Request to Challenge the warrior that you wish to ToP. Do so at the weekly meeting even if that warrior is not at the meeting. Make your actions known to the highest in charge at the meeting. Then you must post your challenge on the BBS and Email the Khan, SaKhan and your opponent, the day you have challenged your opponent {which will be at the weekly meeting}.
The Schedule for the war should be fought the following week after that nights meeting. Or unless other arrangements have been made to fight the war prior to the following meeting.
The Challenger declares the class. The Defender declares the settings. All ToP's are first warrior to 5 kills on the Hud. The Top will be fought in the rank weight of the Defender or less. Therefore, the challenger should take it upon themselves to build or aquire a larger tonnage mech, prior to requesting his ToP.
All ToP's will need a "referee". Any member of the Command can oversee this ToP as well as any of the Nova Commanders. Cadets are not allowed to ToP ranks due to the fact that they do not as yet have a permanent rank.
You may not attempt to ToP a warrior whose is officially excused for any of the week between the announcement and the scheduled ToP.
No one warrior can be challenged the same week by multiple opponents, 1 weeks time should pass before that Warrior/Defender can be challenged again for his spot.
In the unlikely event the Defender does not show up for this scheduled Trial of Position. Then the challenger wins that spot by default, and both warriors will be switched in ranks. The only addendum to this is if either the Defender or the Attacker comes to the Command with a valid excuse that they will not be able to do the Trial of Position on that scheduled day. Then the ToP will be postponed for only 1 week. If the Defender does not show for the rescheuled ToP, the Attacker will receive this position. Permitting the excuse doesn't roll over into the following week.
The following are the number of wars to be accumulated in a month in order to issue a ToP challenge for the listed rank;
1st Mechwarrior--10
Star Commander--15
Star Captain--15
Star Colonel--15
Nova Commander--20
Nova Captain--25
Nova Colonel--30
Good luck KV warriors in your quest for greatness..
!!!LOOK HERE!!!
This is what your uniforms will look like when you play in the game. All Warriors will present themselves on mplayer in the following manner.
KV- (Your name)
This is MANDATORY so do it.
You will find you have a maximum of 10 character for your name some of you may have Sirnames or long names and it will not fit. You will have to shorten your name some how either by abbreviating or using a nickname for your handle.
"DOG TAGS"
This is also MANDATORY, so do it.
In Mplayer you have this bio thing that you fill out when you make a new user, You will put the following info on your dog tag/bio.
Your name: (required)
Rank: (required)
Position in house: (required)
What Star/Binary you're in (required)
House Website address: (required)
Knights Oath (required)
Optional Info
Personal Info: You put whatever you like in this space Including more quotes, ammount of kills/wars, awards received etc.
Under NO circumstance will you knowingly deceive an opponent and use a cheat mech. This is dishonorable not only to yourself but the Knights of Valor as a whole and will not be tolerated. A cheat mech is any mech that you could not build using the game customizer or that is represented as a particular weapons class but does not follow the legal configuration for that class. Any warrior who is caught or is reported to have cheated will be investigated immediately and appropriate measures WILL be taken. If found guilty of willfully using a cheat mech, the Keshik may institute whatever punishment they feel is justified, including banning the warrior from Knights of Valor, banishment from the MPBL and sharing of information with other league clan keshiks.
If you have any further questions look for a house member with higher rank and they can probably answer your question or tell you who can. Also, you will find contact information for the Keshik members in the Command Center located on the main page.
GOOD LUCK, May the Knights spirit guide you on the road to honor.
