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09-17-2015, 01:31 PM (This post was last modified: 09-17-2015, 05:30 PM by Sin.)
PACK RANKS


TIER 1
Seraphus (1)  – Absolute king of Hellstrom. None may surpass his word. Period.
Cherubim (1) – Secondary Alpha, does not have to be mate to the Seraphus. They have the power to accept/deny members, claim others by force, promote & demote members (Except slaves), give punishments plan raids and conduct trades with rogues and other packs. They cannot go above nor contradict the Seraphus' decisions nor break our laws. The Cherubim is the Seraphus’ right hand man/woman thus they must be Masters of two skills of their choice. This position may be challenged for with Alpha permission.
Kokabiel (1) – “Fallen angel whose name means Star of God” (Basically Daddy’s little angel). The heir of the kingdom. The Kokabiel takes over the pack should anything happen to the Seraphus. They hold more power than the Cherubim, and may do as they wish unless it goes above the Seraphus' ruling.
TIER 2
Lord (1) - Lead Beta rank. Only the respected and most hardworking may attain this position. The Lord has the power to accept & deny members, initiate force claims, and advise the Seraphus about issues relating to the pack. The Lord is also the one who may represent Hellstrom in political matters and war if necessary, and is considered the Seraphus' go to man/woman for matters of advice and ideas. They are to help conduct training and classes for the pack in a variety of skills (Fighting, hunting, intellect, healing, navigation). The Lord is allowed to punish those who neglect/refuse to train. Those seeking this position must be experts in fighting and Advanced in any other chosen skill. This position may be challenged for with Alpha permission.
Dominion (1) - Secondary Beta rank. A respected member who has shown great skill and promise through hard work and actions. Works alongside the Lord as an equal, but does not have to be a mated pair.The Dominion represents Hellstrom in matters of war, and is considered the best when it comes to fighting. They may conduct raids with the permission of the Seraphus. They are to train the Powers in the art of combat, and oversee training to make sure the pack is at the ready at all times. May punish those who neglect/refuse training. Those seeking this position must be Experts in fighting. This position may be challenged for with Alpha permission.
Fayth (1) - Essentially, the master healer of the pack. To be respected at all times, and those who disrespect the Fayth will be subject to punishment. The wisest member of the pack, as well as the most knowledgeable. The Fayth is required to continuously learn everything that they can so they can pass on their knowledge to their successor. They are to conduct training for Virtues in the art of healing and intellect, and are required to choose and take on an apprentice to succeed them. The Fayth is also the one that may help the Seraphus with all major decisions due to their vast knowledge and excellent judgment. Those seeking this position must be Masters in healing & at least Expert or higher in intellect. This position may not be challenged for.
TIER 3
Archangel (∞) -  Children of the Seraphus. They are to be respected at all times, and are allowed to do as they wish. They hold power to carry out punishments as deemed fit by the Seraphus, as well as take on a slave if they so desire.
Divine (1) - A Divine is the chosen apprentice of the Fayth. A student who wishes to excel in the fields of healing and either intellect or navigation. They are required to study at all times, and demonstrate their abilities to the Fayth or Seraphus in order to keep their position at least once a season, else a new apprentice will be chosen. This rank may not be challenged for.
Champion (2) - Lead mercenaries of the pack. Essentially the packs best two warriors. They are required to conduct training regularly, and should Hellstrom find themselves at war then the Champions are the ones to stand at the front lines with their chosen warriors and lead the charge. The wolves chosen for this position must be Advanced or higher in fighting, and prove their fighting skills to the Seraphus. This rank can be challenged for.
Carnifex (2) - Lead hunters of the pack. Essentially the best two hunters/trackers of the pack. The Carnifex are responsible for calling together pack hunts once a season, and teaching the huntigestre how to track and hunt down their prey. They may conduct raids pertaining to hunting with the permission of the Seraphus or Dominion. The wolves chosen for this position must be Advanced or higher in their first skill (Hunting or Navigation, as well as intermediate or higher in their second skill (Hunting or Navigation). They must also demonstrate their skills to the Seraphus. This rank can be challenged for.
Integritas (2) - Lead healers of the pack. Essentially the best two wolves who demonstrate the knowledge and ability to heal any wound or ailment that comes their way. They are responsible for the wellbeing of the pack, as well as aiding the Fayth in teaching the Virtues all they know. The Integritas are also responsible for conducting healing training, as well as intellect and some navigation (ie Astronomy, weather patterns, etc.). The wolves chosen for this position must be Advanced or higher in Healing and Intermediate or higher in their second chosen skill. They must demonstrate their abilities to the Fayth. This rank can be challenged for.
TIER 4
Mercenaries (∞) -  The packs best fighters. They lead with the Champions in times of war. They show no fear of the consequences in battle, and are merciless in combat. Must demonstrate their fighting abilities to the Tier 1 or Tier 2 ranks. They are the best out of the Powers. Must be of Intermediate level in fighting. This rank can be challenged for.
Powers (∞) - The warriors and protectors of the pack. They must go through rigorous training if they wish to rise to the rank of Mercenary and show their effort through action. Also responsible for protecting the pack at all times. They must attend all fight training as well as at least one other type of training where required, or risk demotion to a lower tier.
Huntigestre (∞) - The hunters of the pack. They are responsible for feeding the pack, and tracking down migrating prey to ensure the pack has a constant supply of food. They must attend all hunting and tracking training and at least one other type of training where required, or risk demotion to a lower tier.
Virtues (∞) - The healers of the pack. They strive to learn all they can about herbal knowledge, and work closely with the Fayth. Those who show great promise and excel in their studies, may have the chance at being chosen as a Divine and apprentice under the Fayth. They are responsible for tending to the wounded, the sick, and others who need medical care or advice. Must attend all healer training, and at least one other type of training where required, or risk demotion to a lower tier.
TIER 5
Aeon (∞) - Members of the pack who have yet to choose a profession. To rank up, they must demonstrate the ability pertaining to their field of choice, to a Tier 2 or higher. Members who had a higher rank but failed in their duties will be returned to this rank. This will also be the initial rank for new members.
Angel (∞) - Young wolves who are under 1 year of age and who are not children of the Seraphus are placed in this rank.
TIER 6
Impurus (∞) - Wolves who are the product of a Slave x Pack wolf. They are placed here should the non-slave parent decide to acknowledge them, and they may rise in the ranks provided they are a product of a Tier 3 x slave, and show exceptional loyalty & hard work. However, if an Impurus is the product of a Tier 4/5 x Slave, then they may not go above the rank of Aeon unless otherwise decided by the Seraphus.
Proprietas (∞) - Slaves who are considered property and assigned a master. They have some freedom within the pack, though they have no voice concerning pack matters. They may roam around the packs claimed territories freely or as directed by their master. They are responsible for helping out their masters, and any pack wolf who needs their help provided the master has no duties for them. They may also roam immediate territories surrounding pack lands with permission of their master, or the Seraphus. Proprietas may challenge to be freed from slavery for a higher rank if they can prove themselves.
Kalator (∞) - The Kalator are slaves who do not have a master. They have no freedom or voice within the pack. They may not venture beyond the borders, and must be watched at all times. Their duties are to help the pack in any way necessary, and do as they are told by members Tier five and up. Slaves are to respect all pack members, children included. If they are found disobeying, disrespecting, breaking laws, or endangering the pack then severe punishment will be dealt! If they are strong enough, they may fight a Tier 2 and above for a higher rank or freedom.
Genus (∞) - Generally the offspring of all slaves. They are kept in this rank unless chosen by a master, otherwise when they reach a year of age they are then changed over to the rank of Kalator.
Vinctus Bellum (∞) - Prisoners of war. Captives. Hostages. Any wolf taken from another pack through war, raids, ransom, or otherwise are held here until released by the Seraphus, or if they choose to join Hellstrom. Vinctus Bellums must be watched at all times, and have no rights within the pack. They are the ghosts among us, living souls with no voice. Any prisoner that is found breaking laws, attempting to flee Hellstrom territory, or disrespecting a pack member is subject to severe punishment.
Proditio (∞) - Betrayers. Deserters. Law breakers. Traitors. Any wolf who has committed treason or anything similar against Hellstrom, is then placed in this rank with no way out. They are lower than dirt, undeserving of any respect and are subject to any and all punishments from the pack. If they attempt to flee, they will be subject to multiple severe maims by the Seraphus, and two others. a one on three fight, and you don’t want that. If you end up here, you might as well dig your own grave...because you are not leaving.
Extorris (∞) - An unofficial rank. The exiled and banned wolves of Hellstrom. Are to be attacked on sight if caught on or near the borders. Any Hellstrom member caught interacting with an Extorris will be subject to punishment.