Those names in red are in danger of losing their rank if they do not become active. Those in blue are being challenged and those in yellow are currently being investigated, undergoing trial or are in danger of demotion.
Legends: ---- & ----
Alpha Male: ----
Alpha Female: ----
Sub-Alphas: ----
Alpha Heirs: ----
Head Pup: ----
Guardian: ----
Beta Male: ----
Beta Female: ----
Gamma Male: ----
Gamma Female: ----
Delta Male: ----
Delta Female: ----
Epsilon Male: ----
Epsilon Female: ----
Zeta Male:----
Zeta Female: ----
Kappa Male: ----
Kappa Female: ----
Warriors: ----, ----, ----, ----
Hunters: ----, ----, ----, ----
Healers: ----, ----, ----, ----
Omega: ----
Rank Descriptions
Alphas: [1 of each gender]
The main leaders of the pack. They are both mates, and can do near enough anything. Alphas are the only ones that can promote and demote members. They are also the only ones that may declare war, raids or make alliances and enemies. They are the ones that make all the final decisions. The alphas are to be respected above and beyond all members of the pack and those who refuse to submit or undermine their authority can end up injured, or worse. Though the rank may be challenged, it isn't wise as the pack loyal to the alphas may find this a reason to get rid of you.
This rank may be challenged for -- at your own risk
Elders: [Limited to number of former alphas]
These are the ex-alphas of a pack. They are wise and experienced and can help the Alphas as advisors. They have the utmost respect of the pack and are usually the parents or grand parents of the current alphas. They are now retired but not useless. Their experience is valuable and they are the storytellers, head medics and main advisors to the alphas. Remember everyone will listen to their parents.
This rank may not be challenged for
Alpha Heirs: [Limited to number of offspring the alpha pair have]
Usually it is the oldest male birth offspring to the Alpha Male that is chosen as the first heir. However sometimes it's just down to the parents, the alphas, to choose. They are just learning from the alphas and coping what they do for when they have to take over.
This rank may not be challenged for
Sub-Alphas: [Limited to number of alpha's choosing]
When the alphas are not on the scene these are the ones that take their place. They can organize pack hunts, judge fights, in fact do anything except promote, demote and make pack relations. They are usually the siblings of the current alphas or if not very close family or friends. The are appointed by the alphas at their time of coming into power. When they're no heirs for the alphas it is the Sub-Alphas that take command.
This rank may not be challenged for
Guardian: [1 of either gender]
This is the elite pack protector rank. Their job is to protect the Alpha family and although not related they are the closest thing to being kin to the alphas themselves. Though they do not just protect the alphas they will also help any member. Guardians may not be challenged for and are friends of the pack. If they do not do their job they can be demoted.
This rank may not be challenged for
Betas: [1 of each gender]
The trusted and respected friends of the Alphas. Usually only those with approval from the Alphas may challenge the Betas for their rank. Betas may also judge any type of fight, start up pack hunts as well as patrol the territory. Betas serve as the alphas advisors, like the legends they are well experienced and strong. The Betas do not have to be a mated pair.
This rank can be challenged for
Gammas: [1 of each gender]
Sixth in command but first when non of the above are present. They still play an important role within the pack, greeting newcomers and judging fights. Gammas are the ones that organize the pack and helps with the training of warriors. During a raid or war, these are the ones that lead the warriors and plan attacks, like a general in the army.
This rank can be challenged for
Deltas: [1 of each gender]
The seventh level of command and able to judge any fights still. Their words are still listened too by the Alphas and they can advise with their thoughts like all the others. They are also trainers like the Gamma's but more like trainers for the young. The look over the pups of the pack and make sure they are properly protected.
This rank can be challenged for
Epsilons: [1 of each gender]
This rank allows them to judge all fights except for rank challenges. They can still organize hunts and in fact are the ones usually in charge for organizing all the hunts. They oversee all the hunters in the pack and will recommend Subordinates for promotion to the Alphas. They also help teach how to hunt and make sure that food stores are always plentiful otherwise they take responsibility.
This rank can be challenged for
Zetas: [1 of each gender]
A wise pair must hold this title, as it is a very important role. The skill that comes with it and job is to be gratefully respected. It is the job of healing the sick and injured using natural healing methods. They also assist the Delta's with pup birth. The Zetas usually ask of errands for the Subordinates to complete to help keep herb stocks high.
This rank can be challenged for
Kappas: [1 of each gender]
Last of the rankings however they do not go without regards. They are not able to judge spars for food, mates, or joining. Most of the time they spend scouting the land and relaying messaging, checking up on allies and perhaps even spying on enemies. They need to know the terrain like the back of their paws.
This rank can be challenged for
Warriors: [4 of either gender]
The first into battle to protect their packs. Courageous and strong they are chosen carefully usually recommended by the Gammas. They teach the cadre how to fight and judge small types of spars. If they say two wolves must fight for practice they should do so. They are also the pack protectors however. They must defend any pack member that might be in trouble. Warriors are very very very much respected for their job and bravery. They may also attack intruders if there are no ranked members to take care of the problem. Also, Warriors are the only job ranks [technically] allowed to force the submission of the subordinates, or attempt to get into small spars with others. Of course, if they take it too far, they can be demoted.
This rank can be challenged for
Hunters: [4 of either gender]
The most skilled hunters are preferred for this job usually recommended by the Epsilon pair. The task is teaching the young how to hunt and lead the adults. Alphas do not tend to join most pack hunts so therefore they will put everyone in place, track the prey and organize the kill. They help the Epsilon's make sure stocks are always high and the pack is always fed.
This rank can be challenged for
Healers: [4 of either gender]
Healers are under the care of the zeta pair and are the ones who often run around searching for whatever strikes the Zetas' whim. They are often chosen from recommendations given by the Zetas and are what can be called the students, learning how to heal so that one day they may be promoted to the Lead Healer rank of Zeta.
This rank can be challenged for.
Subordinates: [Starting rank for adults]
This is the common rank of the pack that newcomers fall into. Any Subordinates may challenge or request a rank. They have the right to mate too, though perhaps asking for permission off the alphas or higher ranks is respectful.
Whelps: [Starting rank for pups]
These are either pups that belong to the ranks, Subordinates or pups that have yet to be adopted. They have no rank and fall in as Subordinates seeing as only the alpha heirs are pups with rank. Even Sub-Alpha and Legend pups fall in here until older.
Omegas: [Rank of shame]
The wolf of shame. They are taunted and bullied by all the others until they have learned their lesson. Those that don't submit or do not follow orders find themselves here.
