Okay, this page will explain everything you
need to know on the ranking system for each pack. To find the current rank
positions, you will need to look at the pack borders in the forums. At the
forums, your character will have a specific icon for its rankand the icons are
different for each pack. Also, the ranks are ordered from highest dominance to lowest.
{Alpha}
Alphas are the appointed
leaders of the pack. They are required to possess good leadership skills and a
willingness to listen to the members who serve beneath them. Essentially, the
Alphas' word is law, and those who defy the will of any leader are
appropriately punished depending on the infraction. As with any figure at the
top of a hierarchy, an Alpha is expected to be kind, just, and understanding of
the needs of the pack. Commonly the they organize group meetings, and it is
their main job to assign ranks, accept newcomers, and overall, govern their
territory. (Can only be Alpha female and Alpha male)
{Beta}
Beta(s) are second in command, the right-paw wolf to the Alpha.
They have many of the same privileges that their higher-ranking pack members
claim, though their potency may be diluted. For instance, Beta(s) hold rights
to the ability to accept members and assign ranks but only when the Alphas are
unable to, and can likewise be overridden by the Alphas.
{Gamma}
The Gamma is the 'war general' of the pack and is responsible for the safety of the entire pack. He/She trains the Delta(s) for battle and leads patrols for for the pack's territory. He/She is permitted to greet strangers but is required to call on an Alpha or Beta for the final Judgment. Also, the Gamma is usually a retired Delta.
{Delta}
The Delta(s) are the best warriors trained under the intensity of the Gammas. They are best all around in strength, speed, intelligence, cunning, and strategy. They are also in charge of training the Tau and Rho warriors.
Rho- These are the warriors that specialize in fighting with brute strength.
Tau- These are the warriors that specialize in fighting with agility.
{Epsilon}
The Epsilon(s) are the most
skilled hunters in the pack. They are in charge and teach the Zeta(s) and
Eta(s) the ways of expert hunting. They are masters of both aquatic and
dry-land hunting and are keen to where the best hunting spots are. Also, they
sometimes work with the Theta(s) to educate the pups in the art of hunting.
Zeta- The Zeta(s) are specifically trained in the hunting aquatic game.
Eta- The Eta(s) are
specifically trained in the hunting of dry-land game.
{Theta}
In a nutshell, the Theta(s)
are the assigned pup-sitters for the pack. These must be a trusted members of the
pack, for they are dealing with the future members of the group. The Theta(s)
are expected to teach the pups the way of the wolf, so they must have an
affinity for young pups and have a gentle yet firm authority over them. Most
importantly, the Theta(s) must be aware of every pup’s location at any given
time.
Iotas are the
main population of the group. They have no specific or defined occupations, so
they are often needed to help with anything and everything pertaining to the
pack. Iotas can be seen working alongside higher ranking wolves of the higher
ranks, watching, learning, and becoming educated in a myriad of different
skills that are vital to survival in life or maybe to become a higher rank in
the future.
{Kappa}
The Kappa(s) are the Apprentices/learners
and are normally young. They are being trained by higher ranking wolves to take
the place of another in the event that they become too sick, too old, or die. Kappa(s)
are constantly honing their skills as well as learning new ones so that they
are prepared to take any rank which needs to be filled, though usually they
specialize in the same field as their trainers.
{Elders}
An Elder is a wolf with great experience and knowledge of wolf
packs. In the past they may have held such high ranks as an Alpha and/or Beta.
They are sometimes older members who have decided to make the pack their final
resting place. An Elder's opinion is greatly respected throughout the pack,
being advisor to Alpha(s) and Beta(s) as well as the gamma(s). They are asked
to be role models to the pack, adults and pups included, and also to visitors,
showing them the way of the pack. They express maturity in their thoughts and
actions during serious discussion or conflicts and help out where ever they
can, supporting the pack through and through. The Elder lingers in the
background when it comes to Pack affairs; they voice their opinions and
concerns when they feel it is necessary with the utmost respect to their
leaders. Your character is apt for being an elder at 7 years of age.
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