by Amy DuBoff
Trainee - The generic term for a student of the TSS, and also the term for first year Agent students (when capitalized Trainee). Students are not fully “initiated” into the TSS until their second year.
Trion - The lowest tier of TSS Agents. Typically, Trion Agents will score a CR below 5.9.
Priesthood of the Cadicle - A formerly theological institution responsible for oversight of all governmental affairs and the flow of information throughout the Taran colonies. The Priesthood has jurisdiction over even the High Dynasties and provides a tiebreaking vote on new initiatives proposed by the High Dynasty oligarchy.
Primus - The highest of three Agent classes within the TSS, reserved for those with the strongest telekinetic abilities. Typically, Primus Agents will score a CR above 8.
Primus Elite - A new classification of Agent above Primus signifying an exceptional level of ability.
About the Author
Amy has always loved science fiction—books, movies, shows and games. After devouring some of the classics like Dune and Ender’s Game in her tween years, she began writing short stories.
In the ensuing years, Amy attended the Vancouver School of Arts and Academics in Vancouver, Washington, where she studied creative writing. She eventually became a Psychology major at Portland State University, but also pursued a minor in Professional Writing. After graduating, she stumbled into a career as a proposal manager.
Amy currently lives in Portland, Oregon. When she’s not writing, she enjoys travel, wine tasting, binge-watching TV series and playing epic strategy board games.
