Hierarchical Structure

Hierarchical structure starting from the LYCAN KING, the highest-ranking title, and down to the lowest title in royalty and nobility:

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1. Lycan King/Queen

- Role: The supreme ruler of an empire, which typically encompassed multiple kingdoms or regions. This title outranked all others.

- Authority: Held absolute power over vast territories and packs.

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2. Alpha King/Queen

- Role: Ruler of a single kingdom, governing lands and people under their direct domain.

- Authority: Answered only to the Lycan kings.

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3.Beta /Beta's Mate

- Role: A ruler of a large territory but not a kingdom.

- Authority: Ranked below Alpha kings and queens.

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5. Alpha Prince/Princess

- Role: Members of the royal family, often children or close relatives of the monarch.

- Authority: Ranked just below Alpha kings and queens; could govern regions or serve as heirs apparent to the throne.

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6. Gamma/ Gamma's Mate

- Role: The highest rank of nobility under royalty, governing large areas.

- Authority: Served as regional rulers and had significant political and military responsibilities.

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7. Delta/Delta's Mate

- Role: Noble title ranked below a Gamma, typically governing border territories.

- Authority: Tasked with defending the kingdom's frontiers and maintaining security.

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8. Elders

- Role: Senior members of the territory who serve as advisors to the Alpha King and Queen.

- Authority: Collected taxes, and while not directly in command, their counsel is highly respected and influences territory and pack decisions.

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11. Knights

- Role: Warriors granted noble status in exchange for military service. The lowest rank of nobility, overseeing a small estate or region.

- Authority: Respected for their martial prowess.

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12. Esquire/ Scouts

- Role: A rank below a knight, often serving s an attendant or apprentice to knights. Responsible for patrolling the borders and gathering intelligence.

- Authority: Held minor influence; a title of respect rather than one of power.

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12. HEALERS (High Priest, Saintess, Priest, Priestess)

- Role: Skilled in medicine, herbs, and spiritual guidance, often believed to have a connection to the Moon Goddess.

- Authority: While not part of the command structure, they are highly respected.

NON-NOBLE HIERARCHY

13. Omegas/ Commoners

- Role: The lowest-ranked members, and the majority of the population.

- Authority: None; they follow the commands of all higher-ranking members.

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14. Rogues/Mercenaries

- Role: Warriors for hire.

- Authority: None within territories; they are seen as threats or outcasts.