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HIERARCHY: RANKS & CO-RANKS
Each pack consists of a set arrangement of ranks, crafted in simplicity by the wild wolves who run them. Hierarchy is a constant here, and must remain well conducted lest the pack fall to anarchy and come apart at the seams. The younger or newer, lower ranked wolves are expected to respect the older, higher ranked wolves which claim authority over their inferiors. However, the wild wolf pack is not as tyrannical as it sounds: many members of the pack naturally come to respect one another regardless of rank, and have learned that dominance and submission are vital parts of holding the pack together.
Each pack is created differently, and they all do not hold the same ranks. Though the basic leaders, respected, subordinates hold the same authority in each pack. [/align]
✶ ✶ LEADERS ;;The Leaders of the Pack
Each pack has a leader(s). Though each pack may not have the same position ranks, have the same names, they all have a leader or a couple leaders. The leaders of the pack are those who basically control, or in lack of better words are the Alpha. They maintain order and balance, they make sure everyone is safe and taken care of, and protect their lands. They are judge, jury, and executioner. Their word goes, and all wolves are suppose to hold the up most respect for their leaders.
✶ ✶ RESPECTED ;; The Respected Members.
Those who are respected are those who hold a little more authority over the pack them some other members. Respected members are those who have been within the pack for a long amount of time, they have been active members, and have contributed to their pack in every way they possibly could. Respected pack members can not walk around and boss wolves ranked below them, but they are allowed to help keep things in check. They can help members who need it, monitor the borders and the new wolves, and also can speak to those breaking rules, or causing havoc.
✶ ✶ SUBORDINATE ;; Subordinates, the new guys.
The bottom of the ladder. The subordinates are usually the brand new wolves who just managed to find the pack, or for the members who seem uninterested in pack activities, activity in general, or have done something that has placed them below everyone else. The subordinates hold little authority. They are the new guy, and have to have respect for everyone else within the pack. Subordinates are almost on a type of probation.
CO-RANKS
Co-ranks are specialized duties that certain wolves within the pack hold. They are responsibilities that must be kept up, proving that the wolf is both a trustworthy and adept member of the pack. Only one wolf can carry each co-rank, so Alphas usually choose holders of these co-ranks wisely.
✶ ✶ SCOUT ;; Subordinates, the new guys.
The scout is in charge of patrolling the borders of a pack and setting up patrolling rounds. They also mark the boundaries of the territory, and figure out routes for other packmates to take during their patrol. It is to the scout that all other wolves report back to, after doing a patrolling round, and then the scout is to report back to the Alpha or Beta.
✶ ✶ GUARDIAN ;; The guardian of the pack is responsible for the safety of all pack members. They must know how to fight and how to fend off threats from the pack. They often accompany wolves out of the territory, such as the scout, adviser, as well as the Alphas and Betas.
✶ ✶ HUNTER ;; The hunter of the pack is usually the one to lead pack hunts, and responsible for spending much of their time catching small prey for the rest of the pack. Of course, other wolves should be expected to hunt for themselves, but its the hunter that provides food for those that can't.
✶ ✶ MEDIC ;; The medic is a wolf who has an extensive knowledge of herbs and medicine, usually a compassionate wolf who enjoys taking care of others. They know how to mend broken bones and heal cuts, as well as deal with viruses or illnesses that another wolf may take on. These wolves are considered professionals in their area - they must be, in order to keep their peers alive.
✶ ✶ PUPSITTER ;; Often considered the overseer of the den site, the pupsitter is the pack's babysitter. Simply put, they keep an eye on the pack's pups when their parents aren't around, and aid in teaching them vital life lessons. When there are no pups around, the pack has no need for a pupsitter, and so these wolves usually double as medic's assistants or scouts
✶ ✶ MESSENGER ;; The messenger of the pack is the one expected to run from their pack to others and relay messages. Usually these are messages of the Alphas, but the messenger may or may not be persuaded to carry messages from other packmates, too. The messenger is a loyal wolf, though sometimes are put at risk by being sent out into potentially enemy territory.
✶ ✶ ADVISER ;; The adviser is a trusted member of the pack and usually a close friend of the Alphas. They are given the responsibility of aiding other packmates to resolve issues and work out problems, as well as give the Leaders advice when needbe.
✶ ✶ LOREKEEPER ;; The lorekeeper is a wolf who is trusted with keeping the tales of the land and telling them to young pups, the pack, or just anybody who is willing to listen. They are considered the pack's primary source of entertainment, and are usually a charismatic, enthusiastic wolf.
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