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* '''Inquisitorial Representative''': The Inquisitorial Representative is the voice of the Inquisition on the [[Senatorum Imperialis|High Lords of Terra]]. Although the role does not bring any additional authority above that of Inquisitor Lord, it does put the holder in a position of unrivalled power and authority due to the influence he has at the highest levels of power. The Inquisitorial Representative is nominated from amongst the Inquisitor Lords of the sectors surrounding Terra, and Inquisitors that have filled this role are referred to as an Inquisitor Lord Terran. It is not unusual for several Inquisitor Lords Terran to share the role of Inquisitorial Representative at the same time. The maximum term that an Inquisitor Lord Terran can serve on the Senatorum is five years, after which they must stand down.<sup>10</sup>
* '''Inquisitor Lord''': Also known as '''Lord Inquisitors''' or '''High Inquisitors''', Inquisitor Lords exist to help maintain the integrity of the organisation, and to watch over and guide its members. The title is a recognition of an Inquisitor's power and influence rather than an absolute rank, and is more a formalisation of a position enjoyed by the Inquisitor rather than an actual promotion. Promotion to the ranks of Inquisitor Lord is by invitation only; an Inquisitor must be nominated by an existing Lord and have his nomination approved by two others. It is an honour that is only extended to those that have proven their courage, ability, loyalty and integrity numerous times. Although the rank of Inquisitor Lord in itself brings no temporal authority, it is likely that such a respected and influential Inquisitor will have some measure of control over resources within the Inquisition or his Ordo and his control of those resources will give him some measure of authority over Inquisitors who wish to use them. For example a Lord Inquisitior may oversee the activities of all Inquisitors operating in the region covered by a regional Conclave; or he may orchestrate and monitor their activities of Inquisitors who are part of an Ordo or Cabal.<sup>8</sup> <sup>10</sup>
* '''Grandmaster''': The title sometimes given to the Inquisitor Lord who runs a sector or sub-sector Conclave; the Inquisitorial authority for a specific [[sector]] of Imperial space.<sup>3</sup>* '''Master''': Where an Ordo has a strong presence in a sector or sub-sector, the senior Inquisitor Lord of each Ordo may be given the title 'Master'. Their role is to oversee and guide the activities of members of their Ordo and provide counsel to the Grenadmaster. Upon the death of a Grandmaster, a successor is chosen by secret ballot between the three Masters.<sup>3</sup>
* '''Inquisitor''': The Inquisitor ordinary. The vast majority of the Inquisition is comprised of these individuals.