Post by Caylis on Dec 25, 2013 19:45:06 GMT -5
A new king has arisen from the ashes, We are just that of an existence, making our mark on this world! No matter what anybody else may say, you are important and you are special in your own way. We fight like warriors to protect each other, and our pride working as a team, There will never be a pride like ours again. You notice a creature looking at you with a casual interest at the corner of your eye. He has a golden-yellow pelt, golden eyes and a black mane. A voodanian demonic lion, one of the first. He studies you for a moment before he starts to speak, you had nothing to say, so you just looked up to him curiously, "Well, what a surprise! Pleasure to meet you, my name is Jack Ullrich. You are on our pride's territory. Is there anything I could help you with?” You blink, wondering if this is a bad time, so you start to get skitterish, and he interrupts, noticing this, “Oh no, no, no! There's no need to be afraid, I don't bite, nor does anyone else in my pride. Everybody is welcome, feel free to stay as long as you like. Be my guest and let me show you around!" The beast began to walk. Whether you followed him or not was your decision with that, the male leads you to an open field, and the wild sounds of nature could be heard in your ears, "Welcome to Sabana Diamante."| {::.Sabana Diamante.::} | Welcome! History: Jack Ullrich, son of Zeitgeist Ullrich and Suture, hailed from Gespenster, grew up to find himself in an urge to seek adventure, and to start a life, to inspire others, and to make his mark in the world of Novis and Itera. We reside in Savannah, and any creature is accepted, preferably a feline or canine variation. You may apply as soon as this is finished! Please, read the rules and enjoy! The Commandments Inspired and credit to Kahara, Marona, Tinet, and Dingo! I. Respect. Everyone deserves to be respected. You will respect the pride, the thread, and the other members, from the leaders to the recruits. I don't think there's much else to say about it. If you don't like something, or someone, please keep it to yourself, talk to them on a messenger service, or seek advice. Please, don't start useless drama. If this isn't shown, they will be dealt with accordingly. II. Fun. Above all else, have fun. It's the most important thing. We've all come here to enjoy roleplay, and enjoy roleplay we shall. Don't pressure or push yourself. Just have fun! That said, I do have limits. While I don't intend to pressure or push anyone, I do encourage you come to me if your muse dropped like a wrecking ball and you need time to let it come back to you. It's totally fine! Just, please, let me know. III. Loyalty. I expect that you will not have your character signed up anywhere else [Unless if it's Ordahlvin Prison, or Bluecrest Academy.] and that you'll communicate actively (unless real life circumstances don't allow for this at any given moment, which is fine!) with others OOC. So, in other words, no double-priders and actively communicate while OOC! Exceptions will be made for plots involving spies. But OOC discussion must happen first, thank you! IV. Reproduction. The dominants have top priority breeding rights, however, they can not force breed anyone in the pride. In fact, there is a no tolerance policy for forced breeding. Anyone caught doing so, be they caught IC or OOC, will be exiled and kicked from the group, and, will not be permitted to interact from an outside standpoint. We are strict on this. V. Godmodding and Powerplaying. That's a huge no. Be fair! If you don't know what that is, let someone who knows many things about roleplay, and seek their advice. VI. Activity. There is no possible way that we can stress this enough. This pride requires activity. If you think that you're only one person and won't make a difference in our level of activity, you're very wrong. You must understand this. Of course, activity will help you keep your motivation and will to roleplay, if you want to apply a character. Make sure to check up the thread often, to see if any meetings or plots are to be made. Of course it's hard to set anything with timezones, but take a look when you can. Ask an admin or a mod if you're confused about a plot or a meeting. We'd really appreciate you telling us when a break is going to be taken, such as a vacation, big school project, or internet loss. We know and understand that things, such as losing internet connection, happens suddenly, and we are fine with that. Trust us, all it takes is dedicated members. VII. Literacy. This is a literate roleplay group. A few posts in-game will do, and you should be able to write at least a paragraph on the thread, as we do expect you to be roleplaying over both mediums. If you need help with roleplay, no problem! But we do also expect you to improve. Don't worry! We'll let you know if it's too little. Out of character, we should really hope that you're already literate if you plan on joining. We find that it's rather difficult to communicate with people who don't use acceptable grammar and punctuation. We do have standards, but we'll help if it's necessary. Nobody's perfect, right? Miscellaneous Information Member Count - Two. Alignment: On the scale, we're neutral-good. We want to make everybody in the pride feel safe and secure, and we will have order. We accept any creatures, but only feline or canine variations. ↑•••✗•••••••↓ Friends & Foes To make or break a relationship with us, all we need is a link to your group posted on our thread and meet with us with your pride. If an individual, it'd be best to roleplay it out with the pride, or just the dominants. Allies >> Gespenster; Led by Zeitgeist Ullrich; Neutral. Rauha Metsa; Led by Hanare Evergreen Hatake; Neutral good. Apply? Individuals >> Enemies >> None. Apply? Individuals >> None. Apply? Admins >> Whitesnow Moderators >> None. Concept and Inspiration >> Inspired by Kahara's Acier Clan & Gespenster, Bladeliger's old Najuru Pride, Torn's Legion II, Marona's Blitzkrieg, Canicas' Elysium Nights and researching historical subjects. Ranks >> Inspired by Kahara, Torn, Bladeliger, Marona and Vee, also inspired from the early Egyptian/Greek/Roman and Middle-Ages ranks Characters >> Respected owners. FeralHeart / Impressive Title >> KovuLKD | :: Hierarchy :: *: Inherited or earned. High Council The leaders and their seconds, the royalty, as well as the war council and the advisers. They are chosen wisely. Their word is law: the dominants and backers do not need to be mates, and rule together. The leaders could be any species, but must be related to feline or canine blood. 1. *Priests {4, Closed.} - These are the more knowledgeable of the pride members, and help lead the dominants. Although they are not the true leaders, they have the right to instruct others, overrule the leaders, and keep them going in the right direction. Their purpose is to teach young or unsure leaders to be their part. If the dominants, heads, backers and the heir are away, the subordinates must take orders from them. Cannot be applied for, developed through roleplay. 2. *Dominant Males(s) {3, Closed.} - There can be up to three dominant males at any given time, and only three. Usually the dominant males' are close friends, a coalation, a homosexual mate, or a family member. Enforcer of the law, and is highly respected in the pride. He deals with other organizations. He's expected to be strong, respectful to everyone, and caring of the pride's well-being. Females and male subordinates can chase the dominant male(s) from their dominant position if they feel they are an unfit dominant male. {Must be approved.} His job is to protect the pride, breed with mateless females if they desire cubs and mark territories. He is the leader of the knights, and the paladins. You may not apply, inherited or earned. 3. *Dominant Female(s) {3, Closed for now.} - There can be up to three dominant females at any given time, and only three. Usually the dominant females' are close friends, homosexual mates, or a family member. Enforcer of the law, and she is highly respected in the pride. She deals with other organizations, along with the dominant males. The dominant female may be the dominant male's mate, close friend,/family member or favorite female. Her job is to watch over the pride and keep them safe. She makes sure the cubs are safe in times of peril. Dominant female(s) don't need to be mates with the dominant male(s), completely optional! 4. *Heir {1, Closed.} - This is the heir to the throne. They can either be produced by the dominants, or be hand-chosen if neither produce children. Once they get older, they will receive royal training. When the dominants pass on, they will take the throne as either Dominant Male, or Dominant Female. Cannot apply for. Inherited or Hand Chosen; do not ask for such a position. 5. *Royalty {Limitless, Closed.} - These are the royal members of the pride. They may also serve as advisers if they so wish. If not, they may do what they please, as long as it's approved by the whole pride. Though they are not the heir, they still have much importance. They have much political authority and often times it is they who are offered into arranged pairings to form alliances. They may also be sent to live with another group to strengthen alliances. They may be seen backing up the leaders during meetings and other events. Currently it is reserved only to family members. Cannot apply for, inherited or developed. 6. *Backer Female {1, Chosen over time.} - The Beta female, the highest, most respected and most trusted female troop. Next in line under the Dominant Female. She chooses who may become this rank and it is her job to train them. She is also next in line should there be no heir to take the position of Dominant Female. She oversees the training of the younger members, and is the first pick as a scouting unit. She is often found with the pride, keeping them together and making sure they do what they're supposed to, correctly, keeping things in order. She's like the granny of the pride. Her judgement is only questionable by the dominants. Being mate to the Backer Male is optional. Also serves as the second in command with the Backer Male. Cannot apply for, developed. 7. *Backer Male {1, Chosen over time.} - The Beta male. The highest, most respected and most trusted male troop. Serves as the Commander with the Backer female. He spends most his time with the Backer Female. This male must be close to the Backer Female and will most likely step up as Dominant Male if the Backer Female becomes the Dominant Female. He is the leader of the ninjas. He promotes the ninjas and is responsible for the upkeep of the spy training. He gives out orders and makes sure they are enforced. His judgement is only questionable by the dominants. Being mate to the Backer Female is optional. Also serves as the second in command with the Backer Female. Head guard as well as paladin. 8. *Paladins [5, picky.] - These are the greatest of the knights. The heads of the rank. They report the happenings of the knights to the Dominants. It is their job to train young knights and teach them the art of battle. They lead the knights into battle and they determine training and patrolling schedules. In a fight, they have highest authority, second only to the dominants. They are to be highly respected and for knights, it is essential that you obey them. This is a rank of elite, thus, only a few may ever enter. Cannot apply for, developed. 9. *Druids [3, chosen over time.] - Lead Hunters and huntresses. There can only be three. They decide when, where, and what to hunt. It is their job to keep up with the hunters. If any injuries occur, they must report it to the Shaman(s). Cannot apply for, developed. 10. *Guards[5, chosen over time.] These are the guardians whom work with the Paladins. They fight to protect the pride, just like the paladins. However, while the paladins go where the fighting is, guards stay and defend the territory. There isn't many of these and they usually divide themselves into different duties. They also command the officers. Examples would be to guard the dens or perhaps the royal family itself. Cannot apply for, developed. 11. *Sorcerers [Limitless, Open.] - These are the heads who are experts at the arts of magic of any kind as long as it's not harmful to the pride's well-being, and perform entertainment for the pride. Whether they choose to fight, heal or anything else of the sort, is their choice. They're expected to obey the council's orders.You may apply. 12. *Shamans [4, chosen over time.] The ways of healing have become second nature to these members. They may use magic or herbs to cure the wounds of others. Cannot apply for, developed. __ Subordinates These are the males and females that make up the clan of all different and unique abilities. As one being, together, united, and trusting in one another as brothers or sisters, young and old, be it blood related or not. We are one, without you, we are nothing. Some may be affiliated to the pride, but they have a wandering heart, but they are expected to come back to defend the pride if it's in danger. They may have more than one role, and they can switch roles if they wish! The dominants appreciate opinions of every member and they are all available to apply for. 13. Scribes [Limitless, Open.] - They study and preserve the histories and secrets of the pride. It is they who are called upon to perform the burial rites for the fallen, and who most go to for advice or story-telling. This is also the only way to develop to become Priests. Which secrets could be kept, and could be revealed, is entirely up to them. You may apply. 14. Knights [Limitless, Open.] - These are the soldiers. They fight to protect the pride at home or away at war. They are to be respected as they are the strongest, only surpassed by the Paladins. They are the brute force, the heart of the pride. They must obey the council's orders. They hunt, fight and defend the pride from all harm when they aren't at war. You may apply. 15. Wizards [Limitless, Open.] - These are the subordinates of the sorcerers, and they use magic for whatever reason. You may apply. 16. Ninjas [Limitless, Open.] - These are the spies, often doubled as assassins. They are used to infiltrate enemy groups. They live among them and learn the inner workings of the group. Periodically, they report back to dominants on what information they find. However, this can be highly dangerous and risky. Not only that, but they go on missions that normal members cannot. You may apply. 17. Hunters [Limitless, Open.] - It is their job to provide the food for the pride, after all, a strong pride, is a healthy pride. They lead the hunts and teach the younger ones how to do so. Females are the ones that ambush the prey and land the killing blow. They do the stalking and cornering. The male hunters don't truly hunt so much as wait for the kill to be made. After the females have brought the prey down, the males move in to drag the prey back. They all also pluck the fur from the kill, making it easier to eat. If children need to be fed, it is they who open the carcass for the children. If the party is hunting a large meal, the males will join in to help bring it down. You may apply. 18. Medics [Limitless, Open.] - They heal the wounded and cure the sick, they can also play the maternal figure, helping new parents raise cubs or just be the nannys', taking care of the orphaned and stray children until they can find proper homes. The medics spend their time reporting the sick, wounded, and pregnant to the Shaman(s). They may gather herbs if the stock is low. You may apply. __ Apprentices They are the ones that are our very future, and we, as a pride and a family, must teach them. Their education is very important to us! 19. Watchers [Limitless, Open.] - Scouts. This rank leads to the path of the Ninja. Their job is to perfect their stealth techniques as well as scout areas, other lands, or battlefields. You may apply. 20. Oracles [Limitless, Open.] - These are the Scribes in training. They listen to the stories told by the Scribes and begin their lifelong quest to know the pride's histories, as well as other organizations' histories. This is the only rank that can lead to the Scribe. It is also the only rank that is required to begin at mere cubhood. Not all cubs will have this rank, only those that wish to become Scribes. You may apply. 21. Interns [Limitless, Open.] - These are the beginnings of the Medic. Their role is to gather herbs for the medics. They must be taught which herbs are medicinal and healthy. They learn the ways of the shaman but rarely do they actually help heal the pride members. The often follow and watch the medics and the Shaman. You may apply. 22.Swifts [Limitless, Open.] - The hunters begin their journey here. The teens that choose this path follow along on hunts and observe. They learn the ways of stalking, tracking, and killing through observation and practice through play fights and hunting small animals and insects. You may apply. 23. Squires [Limitless, Open.] - These are young teens who feel hunting just isn't enough. They are in training to become knights. They play fight, and often spar with the knights, and if impressive enough, the paladins. They also observe and participate in mock battles or staged war scenarios. However, should a real war or battle come to the pride, the squires do not take any part in it. It is too dangerous to allow an untrained knight to fight a war. You may apply. __ Renegades New recruits, children, elders and prisoners. Whatever the reason they have for being in this rank, they can still move up from it after a good amount of training by the higher ranks. 24. Youth [Limitless, Open.] - The children of the pride. They are too young to begin most paths. Only the Oracle is available at this age. They are our future, protect them. For without they, we're doomed. Let them enjoy their youth while they can, they have a long journey ahead of them. We'd appreciate if you followed Cub mortality, but you don't have to if you don't want to! Can be born into the pride or recruited. You may apply. 25. Elders [Limitless, Open.] - They have been with us for a very long time. Rest your bones, and you are well respected among us. 26. Tourists [Limitless, Open.] - These are the ones who are either new to pride life, or new recruits, or staying in our territory for shelter and aren't sure on whether or not they want to join. They will be taken care of, just like any other member of the pride. And if they wish to join, they will be taken for a tour around the pride by subordinates, and if they're lucky, the dominants. After a good amount of knowledge, it's entirely up to them if they wish to join or ally. Just behave! You may apply. 27. Inmates [Limitless, Open.] - They have done something horribly wrong or had committed a crime. Only the dominants decides what to do with them. They can be set free, if they proved themselves enough, however. Can result in punishment, exile, or they can be sent to Ordavilhn Prison where they will be dealt with properly depending on the case. |
