# Ranks & Progression

The Nova AI Leveling System features a series of prestigious rank titles that users can earn as they level up. Each rank has a unique visual style, color scheme, and emoji.

## 📊 Rank Progression Path

As you accumulate XP and level up, you'll progress through these ranks:

| Rank Title      | Level Range | Emoji | Color       | Code Block Style         |
| --------------- | ----------- | ----- | ----------- | ------------------------ |
| Nova Novice     | 1-5         | 🌱    | Green       | `diff\n+ Nova Novice`    |
| Nova Explorer   | 6-10        | 🔍    | Blue        | `yaml\nNova Explorer`    |
| Nova Enthusiast | 11-15       | ⭐     | Purple      | `fix\nNova Enthusiast`   |
| Nova Voyager    | 16-20       | 🚀    | Orange      | `css\nNova Voyager`      |
| Nova Pioneer    | 21-25       | 🎯    | Gold        | `ini\n[Nova Pioneer]`    |
| Nova Ambassador | 26-30       | 👑    | Royal Gold  | `css\n[Nova Ambassador]` |
| Nova Innovator  | 31-35       | 💫    | Sky Blue    | `xl\n'Nova Innovator'`   |
| Nova Virtuoso   | 36-40       | 🌟    | Dark Violet | `py\n# Nova Virtuoso`    |
| Nova Master     | 41-45       | ⚡     | Red         | `cs\n# Nova Master`      |
| Nova Elite      | 46-50       | 🔮    | Dark Orange | `prolog\nNova Elite`     |
| Nova Legend     | 51+         | 🌌    | Golden      | `glsl\n# Nova Legend #`  |

## 🎨 Rank Visuals

Each rank has a distinct visual appearance in your profile:

### 🌱 Nova Novice (Levels 1-5)

```diff
+ Nova Novice
```

The starting rank for all users, displayed in a bright green color.

### 🔍 Nova Explorer (Levels 6-10)

```yaml
Nova Explorer
```

A blue-themed rank for users who have begun their journey.

### ⭐ Nova Enthusiast (Levels 11-15)

```fix
Nova Enthusiast
```

A vibrant yellow rank for dedicated users.

### 🚀 Nova Voyager (Levels 16-20)

```css
Nova Voyager
```

An orange-styled rank for users who have made significant progress.

### 🎯 Nova Pioneer (Levels 21-25)

```ini
[Nova Pioneer]
```

A gold-bracketed rank for accomplished users.

### 👑 Nova Ambassador (Levels 26-30)

```css
[Nova Ambassador]
```

A royal gold rank with CSS styling for highly active users.

### 💫 Nova Innovator (Levels 31-35)

```xl
'Nova Innovator'
```

A sky blue rank with quote formatting for exceptional users.

### 🌟 Nova Virtuoso (Levels 36-40)

```py
# Nova Virtuoso
```

A dark violet rank with Python-style comments for advanced users.

### ⚡ Nova Master (Levels 41-45)

```cs
# Nova Master
```

A red rank with C#-style comments for expert users.

### 🔮 Nova Elite (Levels 46-50)

```prolog
Nova Elite
```

A dark orange rank with Prolog styling for elite users.

### 🌌 Nova Legend (Levels 51+)

```glsl
# Nova Legend #
```

The ultimate golden rank with GLSL styling for legendary users.

## 📈 Progression Requirements

The XP required to reach each level follows an exponential curve:

The XP required to reach each level follows an exponential curve:

| Level | XP Required | Total XP    | Rank               |
| ----- | ----------- | ----------- | ------------------ |
| 1     | 0           | 0           | 🌱 Nova Novice     |
| 2     | 500         | 500         | 🌱 Nova Novice     |
| 3     | 750         | 1,250       | 🌱 Nova Novice     |
| 4     | 1,125       | 2,375       | 🌱 Nova Novice     |
| 5     | 1,688       | 4,063       | 🌱 Nova Novice     |
| 6     | 2,532       | 6,595       | 🔍 Nova Explorer   |
| 10    | 8,545       | 28,282      | 🔍 Nova Explorer   |
| 15    | 24,396      | 114,190     | ⭐ Nova Enthusiast  |
| 20    | 69,661      | 384,745     | 🚀 Nova Voyager    |
| 25    | 198,901     | 1,296,862   | 🎯 Nova Pioneer    |
| 30    | 567,963     | 4,372,627   | 👑 Nova Ambassador |
| 40    | 4,625,394   | 49,728,923  | 🌟 Nova Virtuoso   |
| 50    | 37,673,672  | 565,104,999 | 🔮 Nova Elite      |

## 🏆 Rank Benefits

Higher ranks provide several benefits:

1. **Social Status**: Showcase your dedication and activity
2. **Visual Distinction**: Each rank has a unique appearance
3. **Achievement Recognition**: Earn prestige within the community
4. **Progress Tracking**: Clear milestones for your journey

## 🎉 Rank Promotion

When you level up and reach a new rank, you'll receive a special rank promotion message:

````
🌟 Level Up! 🌟
Congratulations @User! You've leveled up!

Level Progress
Level 10 → Level 11

Rank Promotion!
🔍 Nova Explorer → ⭐ Nova Enthusiast

New Rank Display
```fix
Nova Enthusiast```
````

This celebration acknowledges your achievement and showcases your new rank.

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*Next: Learn about the XP System mechanics*

*See the Documentation Sections for a complete guide to all pages*
