Angels are ranked from the lowly lantern archon to the esteemed Archangel. Regarding power level, archangels occupy a position one tier beneath the formidable Cult Powers.
When an angel assumes a higher position, they become increasingly powerful. In worlds strongly aligned with Negative Entropy, those of Law, this occurs through the judgment of their superiors. For those leaning more towards Entropy, the process is randomized among the potential candidates. For those of neutral inclination, the requirements are less stringent, but still necessitate a contest with the rank one aspires to attain.