What types of authority is it possible to have in the Grey Tower?
There are four basic types of authority with the Grey Tower. Specific positions usually fall into at least two of these categories. IC Authority: This is authority which applies only in roleplay, and it is usually a matter of ‘the respect due your rank.’ For example, an Aes Sedai may expects curtsies from Novices and Accepted, and bows from Soldiers, Dedicated, Drin’far’ji, and Ji’alantin. She may commandeer the services of any of the learning ranks, provided they are not already busy chores, training, or some other task. Similarly, an Aes Sedai is expected to be respectful to a Sitter or Ajah Head, even if they are not members of the same Ajah. Local Authority: This is decision-making authority which applies to a specific area, such as a particular Ajah. Generally, these are areas in which the Hall of Sitters does not have specific authority (see the section on HoS authority, below). Local authority generally includes the ability to make decisions for that area and resolve disputes wi
