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A ''caporegime'' is a senior member of the [[Yatela Crime Syndicate]]. The word comes from the [[Tal|Old Tongue]], constructed from the words '''''Kapi''''' (Chief, leader) and '''''Khezim''''' or '''''Rezim''''' (Regiment, brigade). The constructed word '''''Kapirezim''''' would mean "leader of a regiment" or "[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brigadier brigadier]"; it was then corrupted into the current form. It is unknown why the current pronunciation (''kah-po-ray-gee-may'') was chosen; rumors say that it was chosen over a more conventional one because it sounded more regal and impressive, and therefore, more memorable.
The duties of a capo are largely the same as those of an [[enforcer]]; they simply manage their gang or crew of [[enforcer|enforcers]] instead of a network of [[associate|associates]]. This does place them in command of trusted members of the Syndicate, and in turn, places a lot of responsibility on them. Capos are expected to run profitable businesses or operations on top of taking their enforcers' tributes and are meant to be the organization's trusted lieutenants.