So, I know that we've been talking about this for quite a while, but now is the time when it will actually be done.
This new system we've been working on (we being the current leaders et al.) is a squadron like system, where there are many squads of players based primarily on location that make up our alliance. These squads are headed by a player appointed by the current leaders as someone deemed experienced enough, active enough, diplomatic enough, and organized enough to help the squad prosper, as well as keep it out of trouble with other alliances, and to play nice with other squads.
However, some inter-squad rivalry is always a good thing, as it induces higher growth and whatnot. We must always remember though, that we are one alliance - the Shadow Alliance. We are here to work together as a team.
There will be a hierarchy so as to prevent disputes from getting out of hand, and so as to keep everyone better organized; it goes like this:
The TriumvirateThe Council of Senior Squad LeadersThe Council of all Squad LeadersThe Squadron MembersJust keep in mind though, that the higher ups are here to serve the lowest rank to the best of their ability. Also, the Triumvirate serves only to handle external diplomacy at the request of the Senior Squad Leaders Council (by the way, if you have a catchy name, that'd be great

), to settle disputes in both Councils, and to make sure that life is good for everyone in the alliance. The Senior Squad Leaders Council (senior squad leaders are decided by either a 2/3 vote from the All Squad Leaders council, or a unanimous vote from the Triumvirate) is there to coordinate offensive and defensive actions for the alliance, with the aid of the Triumvirate (it's not useless, I swear!) whereas the Squad Leaders council is there to discuss concerns of the members and keep their safety where it belongs - the highest possible. Members, well, that should be self-explanatory; you guys continue being as excellent as you are now, and bring your problems to either the squad leaders or the Triumvirate.
If you want to apply for a squadron leader position, please IGM narbsicles. We will be conducting all interviews in real-time, preferring IRC over anything, but IGMs are a viable option as well; we understand that some people cannot access IRC.