Rank Descriptions

Alpha/Alphess;;
»Essentially, the leaders. All pack members must listen to and take directions from them. The rules are made and enforced by either or both. If you need advice or someone to talk to, don't hesitate to talk to either. Alphas and Alphesses only change if the title is handed down, the previous Alpha or Alphess dies and a new one is appointed in his or her place, or if a rogue wolf challenges and wins in a fight.
The Alpha pair holds all the knowledge of the pack, should the Alpha die and one is not found quickly, the pack dissolves as the rest of they will not function properly. They won't take part in hunting, fighting or discipline. They merely call all the shot, including what animal of the herd the hunters are to kill.
Heir/Heiress;;
»There is only one of each; not multiple, even if the Alphess whelped a larger litter. Of course, they will most likely take to their status very quickly, so don't surprised if they are smug and attempt to order around other pups and even older pack members. As your current Alpha does not take kindly to disrespect from pups, humoring them is not necessary. For an heir/heiress to take the title of their gender-respective leadership, he or she must be at least two years old or must be voted in by a pack majority.

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Beta Male/Beta Female;;
»The second in command. They must take orders from the Alpha/Alphess, but hold authority over the rest of the pack members. If the Alpha/Alphess is absent (which is rare), the Betas have authority in their steads. If the Alpha/Alphess dies, the Betas do not receive the leadership positions being a Beta is all they know, they do not have the knowledge necessary to be an Alpha . Betas always enforce the Alpha's decisions as they are more aggressive. Ultimately, Betas are disposable and replaceable which makes sense since they enter the danger so the Alpha doesn't have too.
Beta pups;;
»They are rank-specific only because of their parents. It is very, very rare that a Beta pup succeeds his or her parent as Beta, as the majority of Betas have mutual and deep-rooted trust with the Alphas.

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Hunters;;
»While everyone in the pack is expected to join in pack-wide hunts, there are an elite few that excel above others. They are deft in tracking and harbor acute senses, and may be exceptionally swift. Slots: Unlimited

Lead Hunter;;
»Only one wolf may hold this title at any given time. Exceptional at locating and isolating prey, the lead hunter has command over all other hunters and is expected to lead them if a chase ensues. This title is often given to a wolf who has shown the leaders that he is fierce and dedicated to providing packs with the sustenance they need. A lead hunter may, with the approval of the Alpha or Alphess, train an apprentice. Note: The apprentice may act in the lead hunter's stead for one hunt, and if he proves himself, then the title may be handed down. If the Alpha or Alphess feels that the hunt, although successful, was not properly executed, the title may be given to another, or withheld until the apprentice proves to be worthy.
Slots: 1

Scouts;;
»Known for the stealth, scouts are in charge of patrolling the border and immediately alarming the rest of the pack to any intruders or suspicious. Their toned bodies will be able to travel for miles without breaking down while retaining their trademark swiftness.
Slots: Unlimited.

Lead scouts;;
»Only one wolf may hold this title at any given time. Excelling at staying covert, this wolf is often chosen by the leaders to carry out important tasks, or sent as an agent to spy on enemies. Subordinate scouts may deliver information to the lead, who would then relay it to the leaders.
Slots: 1

Lead Medic;;
»Educated in the art of healing and herbs, this wolf must instantly be able to distinguish between plants and find ones that suit their purpose without second guessing themselves. Their knowledge of natural remedies often saves lives- and any slip might do more harm than good. They are encouraged to train an apprentice; it may be a blooming pup or a subordinate medic that they feel is excelling. Slots: 1

Medics;;
»May have specialties, or are just plain good at helping others. They must not shirk their duties; it is a medic's job to attempt to fix or heal a wounded pack member.
Slots: 2

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Alpha pups (other than the heir/heiress);;
»The sons and daughters of the leaders. In packs, they should not be given any special treatment or they're liable to grow up smug, saucy, and stubborn. If this happens, their parents tend to drive them off to seek/form new packs as they do not want their pups taking over.

Beta pups;;
»See above.

Pack pups;;
»Pups sired by any member of the pack other than leaders or betas. These may also be pups that have been adopted into packs.

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Omegas;;
»Omegas are by no means the bottom of the pack and should not be treated as such. Also called tester wolves, their first purpose is to keep the peace in the pack. Often turning to jokes and games, the tester will step between disagreeing wolves, often the Beta and another pack member. In addition, the tester will meet wolves that wish to join the pack, over a few days they will visit the inquiring wolf to see if they will fit into the pack. If they pass, the tester will bring the rest of the pack to met the recruit where the Alpha will make the final decision. In role-play, the week long time period can be completed in day-to-day time lapses where the Tester and Loner interact briefly each time before the Tester chooses to bring to pack or chase the Loner off.

Banished;;
»The lowest of the low. These wolves were once part of the packs family, but have committed such crimes that the leaders felt that they no longer deserved to call the pack lands 'home'. The are not allowed within the borders, and guards and scouts are allowed to run them off if sighted within the territory.