World Of Terra
Healer Faction
The God Apollo, founded the Healer faction by banding together equines who had natural healing Magic and advanced ability in the field of medicine all in one area running a fully functioning "hospital" if you will known as the Healer Imperium. The Imperium once held the best healers from all the continents of the world. The Imperium was responsible for the rehabilitation of Knights, seeing to a King or Queen's wounds as only the best was acceptable, healing the deathly sick a common remedy couldn't cure, and making the terminally ill comfortable long enough to be able to pass peacefully.. It wasn't Apollo alone that brought this faction its worldly fame, the God Polos also had a helping hand. Apollo had the smarts of anatomy and what plant was poisonous or edible, useless, or helpful, but he never thought to record these things so it could be passed down to healers less skilled than he.. By starting to record symptoms of each patient, remedies used unsuccessfully and successfully, where the patient came from, what herbs were used, where it was from, where it could be found. All these little details quickly advanced Terra's medicine knowledge, now we were able to identify illnesses, viruses and diseases native to different continents, and how to cure them. There are healing secrets within the imperium's walls no other physician would know unless they practiced here, it's very rare an equine hasn't been trained here, which is what makes this faction so valuable as they are vital to the overall health of the world populace. Not all Healers who never trained at the imperium are useless however, sure they can cure a cough going around the kingdom, or a scratch, but healers from the imperium have a special touch not found in other healers. This Faction believes in all kinds of healing, using herbs, spices, crystals, and even Magic, and when they're not using their medical knowledge, they can also be found creating crystal necklaces, lotions, and creating their own concoctions. The Imperium is found in the Avarra Continent snuggled deep in the mountains between WhiteStone Territory and Viredda. This Faction saw the horror first hand when the war between the Gods and Goddesses broke out, because they're the ones who had to deal with the wounded. The imperium became so flooded with casualties saving all the wounded was impossible, many cracked under the pressure and sight.. They did what they could to make those who were goners comfortable enough until they passed. The Healer Faction stayed strong in numbers and undoubtedly had the easiest time surviving when the world was dark from the aftermath of the war because the imperium never received an attack they were one of the few who still had a standing structure over their heads. Things would be pretty peaceful and normal until Adam had murdered Mia Ti, when she was out of the way the Imperium suffered, and they suffered hard, if Adam could kill as many Healers as possible who refused to come to his side, it was that many less that would be available to heal the mass casualties that would follow when he continued with his plan. Their home they had known their whole lives for most of them, burned, pillars fell, gardens butchered, the imperium was in shambles.. Many fled as their home nearly turned to rubble and haven't return for many years since Adameic forces regularly raid what's still standing for its medicines that still remain, today many Healers have set up their own clinics in other kingdoms forgetting what was once a beautiful place.
Brief Faction History
Healer Ranks
Aide
Aides are just getting their toes wet in the practice of medicine and have no commitment yet to the actual practice, this is more of a trial rank, if you will. Aides will spend most of their time taking classes, just to see if they like all of this, but can declare no official specialty yet, and they may not assist any of the other ranks because they are not allowed to practice medicine in any way shape or form, they are only allowed to study from books, observation, and out in the field,If they wish to continue with education they will move on to apprentice ranks to study more in depth.
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Junior Apprentice
Many have joined up with the imperium when they're young, some as young as 10 years old can find themselves in this junior apprentice position. They are not quite apprentices yet, but have a little bit of responsibility such as tending to the gardens to keep herbs, plants, flowers, whatever is growing needs to be kept alive and that's their first responsibility. A Junior Apprentice is finally allowed in the Great Hall where they'll study coursework pertaining to basic knowledge of herbs, crystals, etc and apply it to basic medicine. Juniors spend the early morning, morning, and noon studying, and are only released late afternoon and one day off out of the week. To advance to the next rank you must be a Junior Apprentice for the minimum of 3 months and display proper behavior.
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Apprentice
Apprentices may start as young as 12 years old, exceptions will be made for those who joined the craft at a younger age. Not much changes from junior apprentice status except a little more free time, but students are now studying a more advanced form of medicine and may apply their basic knowledge in a controlled setting under supervision only in the Great Hall this is a privilege not a right. Specialties may finally be declared but don't expect to dive head first into your specialty as you will still be studying the basic core principles of medicine and won't have the time in the day to study their specialty. Dual specialties are not permitted unless approved by a Mother or Master. Many equines stay Apprentices for as little as 6 months to as long as 5 years. It all depends on the student.
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Senior Apprentice
Things really start picking up for a young medical student at this rank, a Senior Apprentice is allowed to assist a higher rank under supervision having a knowledgeable amount about the world of medicine under their belts, but are not allowed to practice medicine by themselves. This is a privilege not a right. Senior Apprentices may start taking a class pertaining to their desired specialty interest. This is the time that Seniors may apply for mentorship from any higher rank, the mentor desired has the right to veto the request at any time and Seniors may not teach an Apprentice. After some time in rank, to progress to the next rank, a Senior must teach a class on a topic they are knowledgeable in and cleared to teach in by a higher rank. This class MUST be supervised by the close attention of a higher rank before a Senior will be considered to be eligible for the next rank. To move on to the next rank the Senior must one, successfully teach their topic, be at least 18 years old, exceptions may be made. And have had this rank for 6 months to a year or longer.
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Junior Journeymen
Sometimes, higher ranks may not think a Senior is quite ready for the full rank of Journeymen and they may be promoted to the rank of Junior Journeymen. These are senior apprentices who have demonstrated exceptional ability and devotion to the craft, but do not meet the requirements of age or behavior, or complete understanding of an area in medicine to be a fully ranked Journeyman. Journeymen may also be demoted to this rank for disciplinary purposes. Junior Journeymen are allowed to teach classes still under supervision, still mentor under a higher rank, practice under supervision and still study their specialty. Promotion will be considered when they have studied their weakest area for a minimum of at least 3 months and demonstrate a clear understanding of what they failed in.
Journeymen
Congrats fresh graduate! You have successfully completed "Medical School" and may practice on your own, in all the corners of the world wherever you wish to go but will still be under supervision. Journeymen tend to practice in their area of specialty and still pursue further education. Journeymen may wish to teach classes, take an apprentice, and still mentor under a higher rank if they wish and assist. To advance to Senior Journeymen an equine must be over the age of 19, have practiced at least 6 months under Junior Journeymen or Journeymen, and display advanced practice and knowledge in the field of medicine and approved by a higher rank, promotions past this rank are not taken lightly.
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Senior Journeymen
Senior Journeymen represent the highest rank that can be achieved before attaining Mother / Master status among the healers. They have a great deal of autonomy in terms of what they are allowed to do. Most Healers only get this far in their craft. Senior Journeymen are allowed to teach classes, still mentor under a higher rank, take an apprentice to mentor, practice on their own, assist, and finally, can practice their specialty without the supervision of any higher rank. For life threatening wounds, diseases, etc out of their skill level they MUST consult a Mother / Master when it's out of their ability to heal.
It is rare that a horse should get past this rank, but not impossible. To progress to the next rank an equine must be 30 years old or older, have a year or more of practice in their specialty, and has spent at least 3 months as a Journeymen and must display understandment of very advanced medicine.
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Mother / Master
Masters and Mothers represent the pinnacle of medical experience on Terra, and there are few compared to the swelling ranks that make up Journeymen and Apprentices. Masters and Mothers are stationed out of the Healer Imperium running their own practices, unless they wish to teach classes to lower ranks, and spend the vast majority of their time teaching classes or administering high-risk aide to other healers in need. Stallions are given the rank Master, while mares hold the title Mother.
Specialties
Combat Medic
This is a very dangerous position to take up Healer! But a very noble position at that. Combat Medics are attached to the Knight Order and follow them in to battle to assist in emergency wounds, and in the most horrific scenarios making the injured comfortable enough to pass peacefully.. There is no extra training required to take up this position.
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Apothecary
The whole kingdom and surroundings have to get their medicines and goods somehow, right? Taking up this position might be an interesting for your character if they enjoy travel! Apothecers prepare all sorts of potions, antidotes, elixirs and more using their knowledge in their craft and travel far and local delivering orders to whomever and sometimes even have their own shops.
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Botanist
Sometimes, even though trained in all the ways of any other Healer, the act of performance just isn't what some equines find interesting, instead they take to the garden lifestyle happily planting and cultivating herbs and other various materials.
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Midwife
Now we know you're looking at the title.. Midwife?!?! ISn't that for GIRLS? Absolutely not! While mainly a dominated position by the ladies because let's face it, how many stallions REALLY want to be the ones who may have to deliver a newborn? There are males in this profession! Midwives help with the progression of pregnancies and after care of the birth and sometimes favorited by new parents, may have the opportunity to be a nanny of sorts.
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Empathic Healer
These Healers have a very important role, mainly in the Order and others who are suffering from emotional wounds after experiencing too much.. Not only are these gifted healers to begin with, but they also possess the power to heal mental illnesses, disorders, and other forms of mental trauma to a healthier state of mind.
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Mana Healer
Mana Healers deal in the art of mana restoration, specifically Mages who have pushed themselves just a little too much and have completely depleted themselves of Mana, which is a very dangerous thing and can even result in the death of some Mages. There is speculation around this specific area of work as some believe only those with Magic can restore a Mages mana, but others claim it's through the work of simple medicine..
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Caretaker
Have you always had a soft spot for those of all the ages and a natural mothering persona about yourself? This is the perfect position for you! Caretakers are charged with caring for the elderly, disabled, newborn, and many other stages equines will go through in their lives.