The rank of Elite Bladesman is awarded to any Clan member who has distinguished themselves in combat and has scored 75 plus confirmed kills.

The Elite Bladesman is never invited to sit on the War Council. That honour is reserved for officers of higher rank. The Elite Bladesman can recommend any Clan member to a Knight of the Blade for a citation for courage and achievements on the field of battle. The Knight of the Blade is then required to report the recommendation to a Blade Master who will bring the recommendation before the Aemon.

The duties of the Elite Bladesman primarily lie in leading men into combat. The Elite Bladesman has the authority to lead a small party of Clan members into battle, but is never permitted to carry out a major intrusion or action without the prior consent of a Blade Master. If a Blade Master is not available, the Elite Bladesman must wait for a superior officer is available to authorise the action. If the need is dire, the Elite Bladesman can rally 'volunteers' for defensive purposes only. He is not to lead these men into any planned offensive situation without authorisation from his superiors.

If the Elite Bladesman brings the Clan into disrepute or dis-honour from any direct action that he undertakes, the Elite Bladesman can be asked to surrender his (or her) blade and be demoted. Depending on the level of dis-honour bought against the Clan, would decide how far he is demoted. However, if he performs extremely well in the field and brings honour to the Clan and to himself, he can be rewarded with a citation, or in extreme cases, an honourary promotion.