Professional Magical Credentials

Codified by the United Guilds of Aethoria Enforced by Temple of Verath

Required Display Elements

Professional Vestments

• Any appropriate professional attire acceptable
• Must incorporate standardized display panel (minimum 6" × 12")
• Panel typically worn on outer garment's left front quadrant
• Panel material must be standardized white silk or linen
• Enchanted threads required for authenticity verification

Power Classification Embroidery

• Border of display panel indicates power level
  • Gold: High-end classification
  • Silver: Mid-tier classification
  • Bronze: Standard classification
  • White: Entry-level classification

Credential Elements (Left Side of Panel)

• Affinity symbol(s) if applicable
• Current rank indicator (N/A/J/W1/W2/W3/M)
• Years at each prior rank shown in small numerals
• Guild affiliations (if any) shown below rank
• Special certifications indicated by approved symbols

Specialization Elements (Right Side of Panel)

• Magical specialties arranged geometrically
• Combat/weapon qualifications if applicable
• Color coding indicates power level in each specialty
• Size indicates experience/mastery level

Authentication

• Temple of Verath seal required
• Quarterly verification enchantment
• Tamper-evident magical watermarks
• Unique identifier number registered with Guilds

Professional Ranking System

Rank Indicators

• N: Novice (Apprentice Professional)
• A: Adept (Junior Professional)
• J: Journeyman (Full Professional)
• W1: Wizard Rank 1 (Senior Professional)
• W2: Wizard Rank 2 (Expert Professional)
• W3: Wizard Rank 3 (Master Professional)
• M: Master (Guild Leadership/Institution)

Years of Service

• Small dots beneath each rank symbol
• Color coded by type of service:
  • Gold: Academic/Research
  • Silver: Professional Practice
  • Bronze: Guild Service
  • Black: Military/Defense
  • White: Public Service

Guild Certification Requirements

Initial Certification

• Graduation from accredited institution
• Guild membership fees current
• Oath before Verath
• Background verification
• Practical examination

Maintenance Requirements

• Annual skill verification
• Quarterly ethical review
• Current guild dues
• Continuing education credits
• Professional conduct compliance

Special Authorizations

Combat Magic

• Additional combat certification required
• Separate weapons qualifications needed
• Special liability insurance mandatory
• Annual combat proficiency testing
• Restricted spell list compliance

Research Authorization

• Separate research credentials required
• Laboratory safety certification
• Ethics board clearance
• Hazardous materials handling
• Experiment documentation requirements

Teaching Credentials

• Separate pedagogical certification
• Student safety qualification
• Curriculum approval
• Institution affiliation
• Regular evaluation compliance

Emergency Response System

• Rapid credential verification spell
• Emergency authority indicators
• Crisis response qualifications
• Special access authorizations
• Command structure position

Enforcement

Verification Authority

• Temple of Verath (oath aspects)
• United Guilds (professional standards)
• Imperial Academy (academic standards)
• Local Guard (combat authorizations)
• Regional Governors (special permissions)

Penalties for Misrepresentation

• Immediate credential suspension
• Guild membership review
• Temple of Verath investigation
• Possible criminal charges
• Mandatory restitution

Appeals Process

• Initial guild review
• Temple arbitration
• United Guilds oversight
• Imperial court if necessary
• Final temple judgment

Business Implementation

Hiring Requirements

• Credential verification mandatory
• Specialty confirmation
• Insurance requirements
• Contract specifications
• Scope of practice limits

Contract Standards

• Clear power classification requirements
• Specialty needs specified
• Rank requirements stated
• Duration of service terms
• Performance metrics defined

Public Safety Measures

Identification Requirements

• Must display credentials when practicing
• Emergency services registration
• Public liability insurance
• Local authority notification
• Crisis response obligations

Consumer Protection

• Standard service contracts
• Fee guidelines by rank
• Complaint procedures
• Dispute resolution process
• Consumer rights notice

This standard ensures transparent qualification display while maintaining professional dignity and practical flexibility. All modifications require United Guilds approval and Temple verification.