Behind the ranks; What are they?

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So ya wanna know what a certain rank is? well read on!

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King and Queen; This rank speaks for itself. The King is the leader of the tribe, he makes up the big picture- coming up with decisions on where to hunt, who to attack, and where the Tribe lives. His queen doesn't make much of the decision making when it comes to wars, fights, hunting- But rather she decided which pride member shall mentor which apprentice, who the caretakers are and what they do. Her word is highly regarded.

Adviser; Also regarded as the over-seer, this is usually a friend or trusted ally of the King who is granted the position to over look what the King decides. The Adviser will give his input and advice to the lord, being sure all situations are handled fairly. The Adviser also will take temporary authority of the tribe if the king is sick, away, or even dead until he rightful Heir can take over. If there is no heir, the Adviser becomes king and receives his 9 lives.

Commander; The more powerful of the Calvary. They are the one in charge of the Royal Calvary. Usually a more seasoned male or female who has proven themselves to take the role of commanding warrior. A warrior from the Calvary can challenge the Commander if he/she sees they deserve the rank more. If a challenge is wanted, the two consult the king so he shall witness it.

Ambassador;
This is an honorable role as well. The Ambassador represents the tribe if there were ever a conflict in the territory. If there is an intruder, the King stays behind to defend the den, and the ambassador is sent out to assess the situation. They are commonly strong and wise characters. They are chosen by the King.

Shaman; Arguably even more powerful then the king. The Shaman is the medicine cat that heals the injured and treats the sick. He/she is a wise and level-headed being, and knows much of the spirits of the clouds. Shaman apprentices are chosen when the Shaman sees fit, or if he/she has a cub.

Shaman Apprentice; A cub taken on by the Shaman who shows spirituality. They are trained in the process of healing and communicating with the deceased.


Deputy; The step under the commander. He/She takes over as commander if the previous has resigned, retired, or has died. The Commander selects their deputy. They are in charge of the Territorial Scouts.

Noble; The last rank of the higher Guardian system. They are in charge of the Post Guards. They will take over the rank of deputy if the deputy resigns, dies, or gets promoted.

Executioner; Selected by the king, this is the strongest of the cats in the clan. He/She is the one who kills for the king when he does not want too. Very nasty job.

Guardians; Cats selected to defend the tribe with their life. The three different ranks are the....

Royal Calvary- They are the few selected cats to protect the king, queen, their cubs, and the other high ranked tribe members.

The Territorial scouts- They patrol the territory every dawn and dusk. The parties are organized by the Deputies. If trespassers are found, a young scout is sent to fetch the Deputy, Ambassador and Commander.

The Post Guards- The lowest ranked warriors, but not in the least bit less useful! They are posed around portions of the den site where most of the guards are in the den or out patrolling. They patrol the tribe, being sure everyone is getting along and no fights will break out. They also distribute the food to the birthmothers, elders, quarantined and death row.

Cadets; Young cats, usually under a year being trained to be apart of the Guardians.Most start out as Post Scouts, but earn their way up the ranking system.


Senior Huntsman/Huntress; The leader of the hunting party- the senior usually devises the hunting rally that goes out during dawn or twilight. Usually a more seasoned male or female who has proven themselves to take the role. A Huntsmen or Huntress can challenge the Senior if he/she sees they deserve the rank more. If a challenge is wanted, the two consult the king so he shall witness it.

Huntsmen; Male hunters

Huntresses; Female hunters

In training; Usually cats under a year of age training to be a huntsman or huntress.

Royal Caretaker; A selected female by the queen who is assigned the Queen's cubs. This is a highly respected job, for that means the female is trusted by the royal family.

Caretakers; Selected females by the queen who watch the cubs while their mothers attend tribe duties.

Gestating/Nursing; Females who are either pregnant and close to giving birth, or they already have given birth and are in the den nursing

Elders; Older Cats that can not hunt or fight anymore. They have entertaining stories and wise words for tribe members. Highly respected.

Quarantined; Those under undecided punishment from the king or hostages from other tribes, packs, or clans.

Death Row; Those who are going to be killed by the Executioner or the King on the next full moon.