Led by Bellamy of Foi, Ethne is a pack that seeks to build unity beyond blood, and strive for what is seen as a greater good. They are a community with a focus on acceptance and bettering the lives of the whole pack, rather than the individual. The dream of Ethne is to come back stronger than before, regardless of what trials life has thrown against you, and be accepting and welcoming of all differences from gender, orientation, appearance, personality, and even creed. It is a pack focused on celebrating the differences and skills everyone has equally, rather than favoring one group over another. Those with neutral to good alignments with open-mindedness will find Ethne a good fit.
Territories
General Rules
New Life Ceremony - A celebration for expecting couples to bless their litter, led by the Leader. The Leader will gather those interested in congratulating the couple before giving a speech, either based on the couple’s beliefs or defaulted to the religion of Foi, and ending with giving their blessing to the couple. The ceremony is followed up with gift-giving to the happy couple, kind of like a baby shower of sorts.
Weddings - A celebration for newlywed couples to receive their blessing from the pack. Typically led by the Leader but can be led by any member of the pack the couple appoints to do so. Generally, a small speech, feasting and socializing. A little get-together of the couple’s loved ones. So long as the Leader is asked prior those outside the pack may be permitted to attend the couple’s wedding if they come with good intentions.
Funerals - A call to fallen comrades, the Leader will summon the pack to say their final goodbyes. The Leader will let everyone speak a piece that wishes about the fallen, and if no one does, the Leader will speak on their behalf. After everyone has said their peace there will be a moment of mourning before four designated wolves {the Leader and Deputy rank filling in if there are not enough volunteers} will carry the fallen to the pack graveyard to be buried. The Leader will sit vigil with them throughout the remainder of the day until the next Sunrise as a way of honoring their life. Others are welcome to join as well.
Sweethearts Festival - A festival celebrating love in its many forms. Whether the love for a family member, a friend, or a partner all forms of love are valid and accepted. Held every other year, switching with the Hymn for the Fallen, the Sweethearts Festival is open to all packs and welcomes others to come to mingle for food, spars, and games. The highlight of the festival is a Handicraft contest where your crafting skills will be put to the test! The winner will have their item purchased for the one they love most!
Hymn for the Fallen - The festival of the dead. Creatures come one, come all, for nighttime-themed socialization, games of hide and seek, and trick or treating for the little ones. At the end of the festival, the Leader calls everyone together in a group howl or remembrance for the fallen. They are said to be always watching, and the festivals are held with their blessing. Never forget those who have once stood beside you, lest they haunt you til the end of your days!
Yuletide - Essentially? It’s Christmas! Creatures of Ethne get together for a time of togetherness and gift-giving. It is encouraged, though not required, and a meeting of sorts. The children and yearlings get the most attention during this time of year while the adults focus on feasting, drinking, and being merry! Yuletide is meant to be for the pack, but wolves with kin outside of Ethne are more than welcome to go spend time with them instead.
News
- 2022-10-08 Bellamy discovers the fading scent of Fenmyre and puts out a claiming call. When no challengers step forth to dispute her claim she forms Ethne and sets their primary territory as Lazuli Falls. She soon adds Cattail Creek as their second territory. – Bellamy
Relations
- Armada – Neutral (Trade)
Bellamy has met with Sirius Armada, the Warlord of the Armada, and an understanding was put into place that neither pack is looking to make enemies of the other. While there is no opportunity for an alliance the Armada could potentially be a trade option for Ethne in the future. Ethne members are not to cause harm to Armada members. - Ashen – Curious
Ethne has had no interactions with Ashen. They are aware of their existence somewhere and are curious about them. They are a pack Bellamy intends to visit and establish relations with. - Avalon – Friendly (Trade)
Corbie, the pack's alpha, offered sanctuary to Bellamy's family while she was pregnant and preparing for her journey to become an alpha. While Corbie is against the possibility of an alliance, the packs are on friendly terms and a good option for trade. Bellamy thinks highly of Corbie and respects her greatly. Ethne members are not to cause harm to Avalon members. - Elysium – Friendly (Trade)
After meeting with Manea now that Etne has officially been founded the packs have agreed to friendly terms. There is also the intent of having the two packs have their pups trained together in the future. Bellamy remains curious about Manea and her pack, eager to see how the bond between their packs could potentially grow in the future. Ethne members are not to cause harm to Elysium members. - Insomnia – Cautious
Bellamy was present at the challenge for Habari, though she'd initially gotten in a fight with Ignis instead of watching the fight. While her family slipped out before Medusa emerged victorious, she heard about the new alpha enslaving many of the old pack members. This does not sit well with Bellamy and she expects her members to be cautious of this pack while she gets more information about them. Ethne members are not to cause harm to Insomnia members and be careful about any information they give to them. - Pirates Plunder – Enemies
Upon finding out for sure that the Pirates are the pack that Ignis Praetor is part of the pack, Bellamy has decided that they can not and will not be trusted. The Pirates as a whole are considered enemies of Ethne and referred to as dangerous. Ethne members are not to strike Pirates members first, with an exception to trespassing, and resort to fighting as a defensive measure only. - The Hallows – Friendly (Trade)
Bellamy has met with Artorias and her initial reaction to the Aegis and the pack as a whole is a positive one. As a pack intended as a sanctuary, Bellamy has no desire or intentions to cause trouble with this pack. Bellamy remains curious about Artorias and his pack, eager to see how the bond between their packs could potentially grow in the future. Ethne members are not to cause harm to The Hallows members. - Valhalla – Cautious
When Bellamy initially intended to challenge for a pack Valhalla, otherwise known as the wall pack, was her target. Though the fight did not progress and was called off Bellamy is uncertain of how the members and alpha will receive the pack now that it is established. Be cautious around its members. Ethne members are not to cause harm to Valhalla members. - Valta – Liked
Bellamy's initial meeting with Kotori was a pleasant one. She is aware of their existence in the East and is curious about them. They are a pack Bellamy intends to visit and establish relations with. Ethne members are not to cause harm to Valta members.
Ranks
Leader
The alpha in charge, the leader, the big boss! They are in charge of everyone in the pack, ensuring borders are patrolled and the members are taken care of. They are responsible for forming relations with other packs and organizing raids if and when pack needs are not being met. They are expected to be at every raid against Ethne and as a primary representative for the pack.Deputies
The beta, the second in command. Up to two wolves can be in this rank. They are the secondary enforcers of pack rules and help the Leader with patrolling boundaries, organizing hunts, and assisting the “Heads” in their duties either when there isn’t one or if they merely need a paw. They follow the orders of the Leader. This rank can not be challenged for.Advisor
More of a title than a rank this position is reserved for the Leader’s mate. They are the primary source of advice for the leader and what actions should be taken followed by the Deputy and Heads. They are more of the homebody of Ethne and a parental figure to the pack. They are one that anyone in the pack can come to with concerns. This rank can not be challenged for.Heir
The future of the pack, related to the Leader and Advisor either by blood or adoption. They are the one chosen by the Leader to follow in their pawprints and become the next Leader. This rank can not be challenged for.Bruiser
The head fighter and leader of the Combatants. They are responsible for ensuring the training of the Combatants and any Fledglings that are apprenticed to those in their field. They are expected to be at all raids, whether against or for Ethne, and are considered to be the most knowledgeable fighter in the pack. This rank may be challenged for by expert + fighters.Predator
The head hunter and leader of the Woodsmen. They are responsible for ensuring the training of the Woodsmen and any Fledglings that are apprenticed to those in their field. They are expected to lead all hunts and ensure that all members of the pack are provided for. They are considered to be the most knowledgeable hunter in the pack. This rank may be challenged for by expert + hunters.Kahuna
The head healer and leader of the Shamans. They are responsible for ensuring the training of the Shamans and any Fledgings that are apprenticed to those in their field. They are expected to assist Shamans in complex or severe treatments and, when a Shaman is not available, the Kahuna will take over all treatment of a pack member. They are considered to be the most knowledgeable healer in the pack. This rank may be challenged for by expert + healers.Connoisseur
The head gatherer and leader of the Fanciers. They are responsible for ensuring the training of the Fanciers and any Fledglings that are apprenticed to those in their field. They are the lead diplomat and are the first to be chosen to attend the Leader when going to a pack for pack relations. After a potential alliance is formed it is up to the Connoisseur and the Fanciers to uphold that relation on behalf of Ethne. They are considered to be the most knowledgeable navigator in the pack. This rank may be challenged for by expert + navigators.Artisan
The head crafter and leader of the Tradesmen. They are responsible for ensuring the training of the Tradesmen and Fledglings that are apprenticed to those in their field. They are expected to lead gathering excursions for resources such as metals, berries, and wood as well as assist the Woodsmen or Shamans in carrying food or herbs back to the pack. They are also expected to craft goods for the betterment of the pack or to trade. They are considered the most knowledgeable intellectual in the pack. This rank may be challenged for by expert + intellectuals.Combatants
Those who specialize in fighting, they follow the Bruiser. They are the fighters of the pack, expected to attend raids for or against Ethne. They work to keep the pack safe from intruders and predators alike. They may be apprenticed a Fledging and it is the duty of the respective Combatant to ensure that they are trained and prepared to enter the rank when they are of age.Woodsmen
Those who specialize in hunting, they follow the Predator. They are the hunters of the pack, expected to attend pack hunts and provide food for all of its members. They may be apprenticed a Fledging and it is the duty of the respective Woodsman to ensure that they are trained and prepared to enter the rank when they are of age.Shamans
Those who specialize in healing, they follow the Kahuna. They are the healers of the pack, expected to treat the wounded, and sick, and assist in all pack births. They may be apprenticed a Fledging and it is the duty of the respective Shaman to ensure that they are trained and prepared to enter the rank when they are of age.Fanciers
Those who specialize in navigation, they follow the Connoisseur. They are the diplomats of the pack, expected to uphold pack relations once an alliance is sealed. They may be apprenticed a Fledging and it is the duty of the respective Fancier to ensure that they are trained and prepared to enter the rank when they are of age.Tradesmen
Those who specialize in intellect, they follow the Artisan. They are the gatherers and craftsmen of the pack, expected to assist in bringing home resources pertaining to hunting, healing, and their own art. They are expected to craft items both for the benefit of the pack and for trading purposes. They may be apprenticed a Fledging and it is the duty of the respective Tradesman to ensure that they are trained and prepared to enter the rank when they are of age.Fledglings
Apprentice-age youths, usually around three seasons to a year old when placed into this rank. They will be assigned a mentor in their chosen profession path to work closely with until they reach the proper age and point where gaining a rank is justified; usually a year and a half to two years old.Younglings
The children of the pack, often too young to be apprenticed. A couple may request that their children remain a Youngling up to one year of age at which point they will then be assigned a mentor for a chosen profession.Menials
Unranked Members or Guests of Ethne. Those who do not hold a profession within the pack or those who are only there temporarily under the graces of the Leader. Pack members of this rank will not be allowed to stay here long and will be encouraged to choose a professional path within one IC season.Defectors
More of a title than a rank, this name is given to describe those who have betrayed Ethne or go against their views and are no longer welcome within their borders. If seen in Ethne lands they are to be met with force and driven off.
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