Here you will find in-depth descriptions of ranks for Phoenix Valley, including all responsibilities and perks the ranks may give. They are listed from highest rank (M/Patriarch, the leader) to lowest (Sulein, the omega). Co-Ranks and explanations how promotions and demotions work are listed towards the bottom of the page.

The pack's leader and highest ranking member. The Patriarch (or Matriarch, depending on gender) is considered an esteemed and dedicated position that demands the respect of all underlings. Phoenix Valley's history originally had the leader rank split into three positions: M/Patriarch (the "warden," or guardian), Shaman (a skilled healer), and Sentinel (a prestiged warrior). The ranks were eventually combined into one, and the wolf possessing it is expected to be able juggle the three positions decently. The M/Patriarch judges accepts newcomers (and has the authority to dismiss any disrupting members from the pack), settles pack matters and disputes, assumes negotiations with other packs (assisted by the subleaders, Nuncio, and co-rank Ambassador), and overall takes care of the pack. As expected, the M/Patriarch is wise, careful, and attentive. In general, what they say goes -- no exceptions.

Current Patriarch

• Jefferson Soul

Past Leaders

• Iskata Sadira (Matriarch)
• Deuce Rhiannon (Shaman)
• Hel (Sentinel)

The pack's second-in-command, working under the M/Patriarch. Serves as leader when the M/Patriarch is unavailable, manages pack events and duties, can accept newcomers, and negotiates with other packs. Generally speaking, the Savant is the M/Patriarch's assistant, filling in when the leader is unavailable and otherwise helping in the upkeep of a busy, thriving pack.

Current Savant

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Past Savants

• Geneva Stockholm
• DaVinci Da'ite Nasphrite
• Jefferson Soul

The pack's third-in-command and the last leader-ranked wolf. Can also serve as M/Patriarch or Savant in times of emergency or absence, greets and accepts newcomers, assists with scheduling pack duties and events, and often does more tedious, smaller work. Since is it rare for Phoenix Valley to have more than two leaders at a time, Pundit-ranked wolves are relatively uncommon unless they move up to Savant.

Equal in rank to Praeas and Nuncio. The Senex is a longtime member of the pack, usually very well educated in the pack's traditions, history, and morals, and is thus responsible for withholding and enforcing the pack code. This rank is also responsible for introducing the pack code to pups. The Senex is a great go-to member as they are knowledgable in several different aspects of the pack. Often, this rank doubles as a pupsitter because of its tendency for wise, sage-like characters. Corresponds with the leaders directly.

Equal in rank to Senex and Nuncio. The Praeas is an honorable rank, often given to well-seasoned warriors or those who have otherwise proven themselves physically. The Praeas manages the Tutela, Locum, and Fuehrer and is their direct advisor; this said, the Praeas should be able to fill in any of these positions should there be an absence. Corresponds with the leaders directly.

Equal in rank to Praeas and Senex. The Nuncio is responsible for keeping tabs on neighboring packs and territories and reporting their statuses back to the leaders. The Nuncio is the pack's eyes and ears, the master of gossip, the go-to guy when it comes to the world outside of Phoenix Valley. The Nuncio is expected to know the ins and outs of a very wide range away from Phoenix Valley. The Nuncio is allowed to speak to other packs in place of the leaders when the need absolutely arises, but will be severely punished if they make direct answers without the leaders' discretion. The Nuncio rank is also expected to educate pups and scouts (Tenens).

Equal in rank to Locum and Fuehrer. The Tutela manages the Tueris ranks. Tutelas are chosen for their above-average skills in scouting outside the territory, their knowledge on the landscape and neighboring areas, and their experience dealing with other packs. Tutela also know shortcuts to and from the pack and are the pack's eyes when it comes to strangers near the borders. They are charged with passing on their knowledge to the Tueris. Often, the Tutela advances into the Nuncio rank.

Equal in rank to Tutela and Locum. The Fuehrer is the pack's lead hunter, often a skilled tactician and a strong, audacious character. The Fuehrer has proven himself from fellow Fuerre through his strength, quick wit, and charisma. The Fuehrer is charged with arranging hunts, supplying the pack with food, and also knowing the prey in and around the pack area. The Fuerher is often a well-seasoned warrior as well and often progress into the Praeas rank.

Equal in rank to Praeas and Tutela. The Locum is the pack's lead scout. Instead of watching the borderlines and outside territory like the Tutela and Tueris, the Locum is responsible for knowing the territory within the pack's borders. The Locum is responsible for knowing den locations, gathering areas, and territories. Because of their extensive work inside the packlands, leaders often turn to the Locum for information on pack members, both personality-wise and where they regular. Locum are also responsible for finding intruders and removing them appropriately as well as teach the Tenens, their direct underlings, to do the same. Locum often progress into the Senex rank because of their increased pack knowledge.

Equal in rank to Tenens and Fuerre. The Tueris is a training rank, assigned to members who have shown potential in scouting and archiving. The Tenens report back to the Tutela, their leader and mentor, and aspire to eventually reach their rank. The Tenens are usually assigned duties pertaining to gaining information on surrounding areas. The rank is often selected for sheltered, awkward, or socially uncomfortable members who need to get out into the world in order to grow.

Equal in rank to Tenens and Tueris. The Fuerre is, as one would expect, a hunter. The rank is selected for members who have shown potential in hunting, leading, and strength. They report back to the Fuehrer, who teaches them hunting tactics, prey weaknesses, and where/when prey can be found. Members who are weak, easily frightened, or brutally reckless are often placed here in hopes that through their rough training, they can be tamed into a calm, strong warrior.

Equal in rank to Fuerre and Tueris. The Tenens is the pack's scouts. Tenens are responsible for learning the land and the pack's members. Tenens have probably the most relaxed training out of the three training ranks, but are responsible for more overall knowledge and are expected to be close to experts on Phoenix Valley's land and members by the time their training ends. Tenens are also taught by their mentor, the Locum, about the changing seasons, the landscape, and the pack's territories. Because Tenens often and are encouraged to work very closely with one another and their mentor, they usually develop tight bonds with each other and later progress into the Locum rank.

The Genus rank is for wolves who are not completely new in Phoenix Valley, but are still too inexperienced to be placed in a training rank just yet. They are, however, showing potential to become either a Tenens, Fuerre, or Tueris depending on their skills and personality, and will be placed there when they are ready. Members in the Genus rank are responsible for getting to know pack territory, its members, and its leaders Members who OOCly consistently keep an above-average post count during their training ranks are liable to be promoted to a mentor rank (Fuehrer, etc.) faster than usual.

The Loas rank is the general placement for brand-new members who have yet to impress or show potential to the leaders. The rank is usually a temporary one; its main responsibility is to meet fellow members, get to know the territory, and learn about neighboring packs. New members will remain in the Loas rank until they have proven themselves worthy to the leaders. Once moved out of the Loas rank, members do not usually re-enter it; for older members, Genus is technically the lowest rank before falling into danger of removal.

If a member falls into the Elu rank, they should consider themselves on probation. Members are not placed at Elu for misbehavior; rather, the rank is more out-of-character based than in-character. Members who are not meeting expectations with their post counts, i.e. are not making enough posts per rank shuffle, are placed in the Elu rank. ICly, the Elu rank is treated as a rank given to members who are not currently "trustworthy" because of their scarceness but have not committed an actual crime to bring them to the Sulein rank. Members in the Elu rank are encouraged to immediately bring up their post counts or contact the leaders. Members in the Elu rank too long will be consequently removed from the pack.

The Sulein rank is reserved for members who have fallen from grace, seriously broken pack code, brought harm to other members, or have otherwise committed a disgraceful crime that no longer deems them trustworthy. These members are the lowest of the low -- there is no rank lower than Sulein. With enough effort and good karma, the member can eventually be allowed back into the ranks, starting only at Genus. This rank is entirely an in-character rank: it has nothing to do with post counts and depends only on the activities and behavior of the character.

The older pup rank, the rank of Tyro is given to pups 4-7 months old. Pups don't have many responsibilities other than to respect their elders and be cute. Most of the adult ranks will make an effort to teach them the ways of the world, however. Upon reaching 7 months of age, those in the Tyro rank will be placed in the Genus rank and move up from there.

Tykes are pups aged from birth to about 4 months of age. Generally speaking, Tykes are often NPCs as characters cannot be played until 2 months of age. Pups aren't responsible for much, just being cute and not getting into trouble. Tykes will move up to the Tyro rank when they reach 4 months.

Unless it is occupied, the Whilom rank is not listed on the rank table. The Whilom rank is typically occupied by longtime members, often once leaders, who have stepped down from their lofty ranks to retire to a life of peace in the pack. Still loyal to the pack code, the Whilom is usually considered a leader still, apt to replace one of the subleader ranks (this is so that OOCly, the player will still have moderator status in the pack so it is not abruptly removed when they step down). The Whilom is typically an older wolf, wise and loyal, whose knowledge and experience is vital to the pack.

• Lai: Bard or musician. Musically skilled and often performs for events or just enjoys performing.
• Parere: Babysitter. The Parere is responsible for the pack's pups when their parents are not around.
• Follis: Jester. The Follis is a happy-go-lucky member who makes an extra effort to cheer up the pack.
• Lai: The bard or musician. Musically skilled and often performs for events or just enjoys the act.
• Apothecary: Healer. This co-rank often goes to priests/priestesses, but anyone experienced in the healing arts can fit.
• Captain: Protector. The Captain is in charge of emergencies, evacuation procedures, and overall basic safety of the pack.
• Guardian: Protector's assistant. The Guardian assists co-rank Captain in times of emergencies, but pays particular attention to elders and pups.