Initiation within the Strigoi Vii Mysteries is known as Ordeals or Ascensions and are divided into an Outer Court "The Sanguinarium" and the Inner Court "The Ordo Strigoi Vii."  Ronin are those individuals who feel the Calling to the Current yet do not use a formal structure of initiation within the Family.  Formal initiation which is recognized within the Family is only done through the Current of Elorath message boards run by Magister Mael.  This forum which holds high standards and its members are sincere and serious about their own personal Zhep'r.

THE OUTER COURT (SANGUINARIUM)

Also known simple as the "Sanguinarium" has four basic levels of initiation within the Strigoi Vii Mysteries.  Those not initiated and showing a vested interest are known as Seekers or Nasarim and have not completed any ordeals.

The First Ordeal "Prospectii" - are those who have shown a vested interest in the Strigoi Vii Mysteries and are in agreement with the Black Veil and the Strigoi Vii Charge.  They formally have the title of Vampyre Dedicant.

The Second Ordeal "Jahira" - are those who have come to testify to a sincere commitment to "Come forth by Day" through the Five Dayside Principles.  They formally have the title of Vampyre Initiate.

The Third Ordeal "Calmae" - have testified to the "Coming forth by Night" and acknowledge the reality of the etheric realm and the Arts of Vampyrism.  They formally have the title of Vampyre Soror / Frater and are fully recognized as members of the Strigoi Vii Outer Court.

The Fourth Ordeal "MoRoii" - have testified to "Coming forth by Twilight" and acknowledge the reality of the Strigoi Morte, Current of Elorath and Flight.  They formally have the title of Vampyre Adept.

THE INNER COURT (ORDO STRIGOI VII)

Our Inner Circle is formally known as the Ordo Strigoi Vii (OSV) and members have their own private and discrete hierarchy of ordeals which include "Acolyte" and "Magister," who swear an Oath of Love & Loyalty to the Family and must have completed the Fourth Ordeal of MoRoii.  Membership to the Inner Court is by invite only and even asking for such an appointment simply results in refusal.  The Synod is the spiritual leadership and administrative body of the Sanguinarium movement, they are a trinity of elder magisters and Strigoi Morte advisors representing each of the three Trinity Currents including Kitra, Mradu and Ramkht appointed by the Grande Magister.  The Grand Magister is the official corporeal "High Priest/ess" of the Family and is responsible for overall appointment of the Synod and running the Family.