001. ALPHA
There are two alphas in each pack, one male & the other female. They rule the pack as the highest dominance. While they do not have to be mates these two usually breed with one another. They know their ranking and parade through the camp, holding their heads and tails up high. (Naturally the alpha male rules over all.) The alpha female will rule over the females, and in larger packs, she may dominate the lower ranked males. They direct the activities of the pack, call upon the meetings, and lead their pack into battle.

002. BETA
There are two betas, a male and female, who are the second highest in the ranking of the pack hierarchy. These two share a close bond with the alphas and are well respected by others. They have a moderate say in the matters of the pack, and take on smaller duties when necessary such as - organizing patrols, punishing the naughty, and supervising the camp grounds. They know not to overstep their boundaries, and if it ever happens, they are put rather firmly, back in their place. The beta pair don't have to be mates, and are, on occasion, related to one another or of the same gender.

003. TETSUJIN
Almost higher in ranking than the betas, there is always one Tetsujin in each pack. This valued rank is an extremely difficult position to uphold, and they are admired for their wisdom and power. Bestowed the gift of healing and the power of foresight, these creatures know the herbs of the forest like back of their paw, and can distribute medicines to the ill of their pack. They also, but rarely obtain visions when sever misfortune is on the rise.

They are never to participate in battle, have a mate or pups, or harm another in any way. Abuse of the law results in the loss of their powers. The Tetsujin will take on one apprentice that they see worthy to train underneath there guidance. And upon the night of th first full moon after their apprentice has completed the training necessary, the Tetsujin will take them before the Spirit to recieve their powers through a dream. They will be considered a full-fledged Tetsujin, but will not take over the duties until their mentor has passed away.

The Tetsujin is also a Skywatcher, or one who predicts the approaching weather, eclipses, solstices, full moons, etc.

004. GAMMA
These are the elders, or wise of the pack. They are experts of the pack duties and territory. As elders they know the legends of their ancestors and usually tend to the pups/kits, but sometimes allow the Juveniles to do so. There can be more than two Gammas, it just depends on the amount of elders, but there are usually two as one isn't considered an elder for a long time. They are sometimes mates, but not always.

005. DELTA
The swiftest, most cunning of the pack, these dogs/cats take care of the hunting and patrolling, and also mentor the pups/kits. They act as the unofficial scouts when the pack is in motion or in combat.

006. ZETA
Just above the Juveniles in ranking, they basically enforce the rules set down by the current alphas. They have a keen sense of sight and smell, and are sort of the guards of their pack.

007. JUVENILE
These are the normal, regular, everyday, commoners of the pack. They are obligated to do whatever the higher ranking dogs/cats ask such as - patrols, pup/kit care, hunting, camp guard duty etc.

008. PUPS/KITTENS
These are the young of the pack. Once they have reached the age of 1 to 2 years, they will receive their rank.

009. OMEGA
An omega is a wolf(1+) who has committed a form of treachery. They barely own right to be a part of the pack, and have to constantly work their way out of the rank that has been thrust so sparingly upon them. They have no dignity and not rights, and will cower in a fashion only known to those unworthy of a rank.