This will be used for our discussion of the game!
So, just to clarify, in the world of Sariel, formal arcane schools have varying curriculums catered to learning and directing magic. As you would expect, they vary about as much as schools here vary (e.g. art schools vs. music schools vs. engineering schools vs. general). One thing that remains common amongst all formal arcane schools, however, is the existence of titles, or degrees. Below is the breakdown of what you would expect of these particular titles. It should be noted that to earn a Magister and up, much more is required than simply being of this level as implied by my post, but generally this is the expected progression.
Novice = 1-2 Arcane Class
Acolyte = 2-4
Adept = 4-7
Arcanist = 7-9
Magister = 9-14
Archmage = 15-20
Arcanamach = 20+ (Epic generally)
Again I say generally. It is possible for one to earn an appropriate title for their accomplishments earlier than expected, though rare. Hopefully this indicates the power level differences between the titles as well. Also, it should be noted (again) that earning a magisters and above requires some intensive individual thesis work and combat evaluation. It is quite common to have even people within the levels 9-14 bracket to remain as Arcanists simply because they couldn't prove prowess or they had no proposed thesis. Now obviously if someone didn't get their magical training from a formal school, they may not have a title, but if they do have a particular title they have earned it in theory. You can think of it like this if you're so inclined, but it's not a perfect analogy:
Novice = Elementary
Acolyte = Middle school "degree"
Adept = High school "degree"
Arcanist = University degree in the sciences or engineering
Magister = M.D.
Archmage = Hardcore residency
Arcanamach = Being House.
That's the background. Game with it as you will.
For anyone wondering what just happened, Remulus just ran on a stream of water after making a DC 28 check to jump over Helm, then made a DC 100 check to leap 25 feet onto the platform.