Managed by IX Corps, Joint Forces of the Ta-Seti Nation (9CJFTSN)
The Prospect Training Course (PTC) is an intensive 5-month training program designed to prepare Cadets for leadership, service, and structured integration within the Ta-Seti Nation (TSN). This course is managed and executed by the IX Corps, Joint Forces of the Ta-Seti Nation (9CJFTSN) and serves as the required entry-level training for all prospective members.
Cadets may enroll in one of two 5-month training cycles:
Completion of the Prospect Training Course (PTC) and the annual Training Encampment Operations qualifies Cadets for formal appointment into one of the three TSN sectors:
Graduation from the PTC is celebrated in a formal ceremony, where Cadets receive their appointments or promotions based on their training performance and leadership identity.
The PTC is a structured, curriculum-based program combining academic instruction, leadership training, small team operations, and peer evaluations. The course is designed to develop discipline, critical thinking, and competency in a controlled, hierarchical environment.
The 5-month training cycle is divided into three Evaluation Periods (EPs):
| Evaluation Period | Training Focus | Key Competencies Assessed |
|---|---|---|
| Evaluation Period I (Month 1-2) | Organizational Structure | Organization Structure, Vision & Mission, Values, Code of Conduct and Policies. |
| Evaluation Period II (Month 3-4) | Basic Leadership & Small Teams Operations Training | Military etiquette, discipline, chain of command, team building. Performance Task Assessments (PTA) |
| Evaluation Period III (Month 5) | Applied Leadership & Small Teams Operations Training | Decision-making, command responsibilities, problem-solving. |
Each evaluation period includes exams, assessments, and hands-on training exercises to ensure Cadets meet the required performance standards.
Cadets must meet the following performance standards to progress through the training cycle and qualify for graduation:
| Category | Requirement for Advancement |
|---|---|
| Academics | Must pass all Tour of Duty examinations with a score of 70% or higher. |
| Leadership | Must serve in at least one command position and receive a Capable ‘C’ or higher rating in Performance Task Assessments. |
| Community Service | Must complete a community service project demonstrating leadership and service. |
| Volunteerism | Must participate as a volunteer at a BDSM or Leather Culture event and receive a satisfactory Volunteer Evaluation rating. |
| Moral Character | Must consistently demonstrate honor, integrity, and ethical behavior (per Chapter 9, Honor Code). |
| Attendance | Must maintain 90% attendance in remote training and mandatory participation in Training Encampment Operations. |
Cadets who fail to meet these standards may be recycled to a future training cycle or dismissed.
At the conclusion of the Training Encampment Operations, graduates are formally appointed to their respective sectors in a ceremonial event marking their transition to Full Membership or Allied Membership.
Cadets entering the Medjay Sector are assigned militaty ranks based on their identity and training performance:
Cadets choosing non-military roles enter the Nubia Sector, which supports community engagement initiatives:
Cadets who are non-BIPOC enter the Alliance Sector, serving as operational support liaisons and advisors:
The PTC is more than just a training program—it is a rite of passage into the Ta-Seti Nation. Through its intensive curriculum, leadership evaluations, and tactical challenges, the PTC ensures that all members:
Successful completion of the PTC and Training Encampment Operations confirms a Cadet’s place within the Ta-Seti Nation, marking the beginning of their service and leadership journey.