Rank 1

Guild Master - Fearmaky and Tigrao.  Original founders who founded Fearfulways on 11/28/2004.

Rank 2

Grand Officer - Functions as the Guild Master when the Guild Master is not available. Grand Officers mediate any disputes within the guild regardless of ranking, and their decisions are final. If there are any issues with Grand Officers, it should be brought to the attention of the Guild Master.

Rank 3

Officer - They assist the Guild Master in the daily operation of the guild by providing the necessary leadership. When the Guild Master or Grand Officer is not available, Officers will make necessary decisions that positively impact the Guild. They can perform many functions of the Grand Officer, but are limited in their access to bank items and ability to promote Guild members.  They are required to actively recruit and perform those duties as assigned to them by GMs or GOs.

Rank 4

Raid Captain - Are also Officers of the guild.  They are designated to play a particular role in leading raids -- role leads, raid management, etc.  They are expected to read strategies and be experts on all encounters.  

FFW Raider - Considered to be an active raider, attending at least 60% of raids, for current and new content.  Has the privilage of using DKP to receive gear.

Rank 6

Member - Considered to be partial raiders (attending less than 60% of raids) and those who have just recently been promoted from Initiate status. This rank is also for those who don't pursue raiding, and just want to be part of this guild experience.

Rank 7

Clam Down - Temporary rank, given by Officers or Guild Master, for those who have abused Guild Policies.  Will not be able to type in guild chat, but will be able to view.

Rank 8

Officer Alts  - Houses the alts of Officers.

Rank 9

Initiate - New invites who are unproven. During this four week trial period, they will be able to decide if this Guild meets his/her expectations. This will also allow the Guild to determine whether they fit into the vision.  Initiates who seek to raid, will not be able to bid on loot until their four week period is completed (this does not mean that they will not receive any loot).