Ivory Ridge

1. Loyalty  - A close-knit pack, loyalty is of great importance to the wolves of Ivory Ridge and members of the pack are expected to watch each others backs.  Putting the needs of the many above the individual is key.  Wolves of Ivory Ridge are expected to be in for the long haul though the pack is not a prison and wolves may leave with permission but woe to those who disappear without a word.  Outright betrayal is a severe crime.  In addition actions that put the pack as a whole in danger are also considered acts of betrayal.

2. Respect & Humility - "There is no respect for others without humility in one's self - Henri Amiel"  You can't have one without the other.  Respect and humility go hand and hand in Ivory Ridge and both are important qualities if you wish to be a strong and trustworthy member of the pack, earning the Chieftain's favor.  Respect those that rank higher than you and be sure to attend the meetings they call.  Be patient.  Listen and learn.  While confidence in oneself is important it must never cause one to look down their nose at others.  They say the nail that sticks up is the one that gets hammered down. The Chieftan has no time for show-offs or the self-righteous and those that can't learn to humble themselves may find themselves at the mercy of an irate Karabela.

3. Hardwork - Hard work is a founding principal of Ivory Ridge.  If you want to get anywhere in the ranks and earn the admiration of your fellows work hard to better yourself and your skills.  Nothing is handed out.  Ivory Ridge is a pack for those of a strong backbone or those looking to strengthen theirs.  Bloody paws and sweat-stained brows are the badges these wolves wear and laze-abouts can expect to be cast swiftly from the pack.

4. Common Sense - Don't be a dingbat and think before you act.  Ivory Ridge will not stick it's neck out for members that compromise the safety of their pack.  If you antagonize other packs by trespassing or taunting them you can expect to be swiftly punished.  Likewise in dealing with the land and the weather be careful and sensible.  Wolves of Ivory Ridge are expected to explore and learn about the land they call home and the dangers that come with living there.  

5. Crimes -  Speaking of punishment wolves that break the wolves of Ivory Ridge or the rules of other packs will be demoted to the rank of Criminal.  Those that have been convicted of heinous crimes against another packs members will be turned over to that pack for punishment.  Those that commit crimes against members of Ivory Ridge will likely face maiming equivalent to the severity of the crime.  For example rapists will likely be castrated, fully blinded, or even killed.  Victims that refuse to describe or out their abusers may be cast out of the pack as the abuser could be a threat to the whole pack and any potential litter.  The Chieftain will not take kindly to the withholding of information in general that pertains to the security of the pack.

Other punishments include banishment and being traded as slaves to other packs, sometimes a combination of both.  The Chieftan may also reserve the right to be creative with punishments that may range from punting criminals off a cliff or pushing them into uncharted caverns and wells in Fenrir's Maw to serve their allotted time.

Note that trespassers, particularly adults, will be met with aggression and tenacity and can expect to be attacked on sight.  Again, resources are key to Ivory Ridge and the wealth of their parklands and their fellow members are fiercely guarded.

6. Internal Strife - Disagreements and fights between members are bound to happen and the wolves involved are expected to work it out w hether verbally or through dominance challenges.  If a dispute can't be readily settled between those involved they are expected to bring it to the Chieftain or the Sages as pack harmony is part of their job.  The higher-ups will then do their best to help find a peaceful solution to the problem.

7. Relationships - Ivory Ridge is ever aware of the law of scarcity and thus the population is carefully watched.  Couples must tell the Chieftan that they're planning on a litter and, should the pack fill quickly, require permission to breed.  Adult wolves are welcome to form any relationships they like with other adults within the pack.  Relationships started with wolves of other packs or loners will result in either the lover joining Ivory Ridge or the member leaving Ivory Ridge for the lover's pack.  There will be no relationships split between packs.  Adults are forbidden from having relationships with wolves under 2.  Also underage litters will not be permitted.

8. OOC Requirements - At the moment there are no OOC requirements but activity will play a strong part in climbing up the ranks and requirements may be added later though I honestly hate to.  You can look in the rank descriptions for the suggested minimum activity for certain ranks.  Also note that Ivory Ridge isn't meant to be a siege-loving pack and when it starts to reach full membership those that are lacking in activity will be the first to be booted out from the pack.

Customs:

(More will be added in the future)

Being a pack with a heavy focus in trade and resources, Ivory Ridge will send representatives to all caravans and festivals and markets may be held to celebrate caravan arrivals and spread the goods among pack members.

Pack History:

• [Summer Year 8] - Burdened with the sacrifice of her family Karabela founds Ivory Ridge to start anew and to build from the price paid for her future.