Actually, in context, it isn't even close to "they will do whatever we ask." I'll admit that, yes, Soul Campaign and nearly every other roleplaying game out there are members-only establishments. In our case, to become a member, you must fill out an application form that will be judged by a panel of current members. Just like in all of these groups, you either pass the application, fail the application, or are deferred for any number of reasons. There is no part of the process that strays away from the basic idea of 'submit an application.'

I do understand what you are trying to say, but at the same time, the context of the situation still makes the comparison a sensational one. This is a process that is very much about quality... once you decide to go through the process. Before you submit that app, whether you feel scared or intimidated or determined or absolutely calm is entirely up to you and does not affect the requirements nor the process. Calm, scared, or determined, nothing will happen until you write that app and give it in.

So, again, where is the hazing?