Ninth Gate

The Social Classes > Ranking 1-6 a/b
Alpha- Self-explanatory you got the job now do something about it, preferably supervise the masses. Stay loyal to the Alphera and rule wisely. Rank- 1a		VanaGloria Aristocracy	Alphera- To care for all subjects wisely and to stay loyal to the alpha. The Alphera if needed can assume any position but she also serves as a mentor for those not chosen by one. Rank-1b
Elite- The left hand of the Alpha they are in command of the training of the Mobilization and Surveillance. They are also expected to have their own select ranking, which is obtained by mocking. They are in charge of Military law and as such will condemn and mete out punishment for Ira. Rank-2a	Mobilization- This group is the offense, and will be sent out when raiding or for general battle. They will be expected to know battle skills and should mock frequently. Rank-3a	IRA Invidia-Avarice	Surveillance- This group is the defense and besides maintaining herd security they will also be in charge of collecting useful information for the alpha. They will be expected to be able to mock and battle. Rank-3b	Plotters/Inquisition- Gatherers of information will be sent on missions by alpha to determine other domains numbers, and other errands that will be determined by the ruling alpha. Rank-Any
Council-The right hand of the Alpha they may have their own ranking. They are in charge of the well being of the people. They oversee the mentors, accepted, and youth. They are also in charge of judging the condemned and deciding suitable punishment for members of Pax Rank-2a	Mentors-This position is for those who are capable of guiding the newly accepted and the youth in the ways of the herd either that of Ira or Pax. This can be done, by informing them of the social ranking, intrigues, or just the attitudes of fellow herd members. Also making sure they receive the training they need in the field of their inclination. Rank-3a	PAX Gula-Acedia	Accepted- This is a transition stage to hopefully another higher rank or if you are content to be a follower just sit still. The accepted are in charge of the apprentices and as such usually one will be selected by the Alpha to be a gate guardian. The Gate guardian has a slightly higher rank than the other accepted and has also the benefit of some input from the Alpha. Rank-4a - 4	Youth- You have no responsibilities but to grow into the ways of the herd. Usually a mentor for training will take you in for either Ira or Pax preferences. If no mentor is present you are under the guardian ship of the Alphera. The Heir is given no special preference and should not expect special treatment. Rank-4
Cursed- You are the lowest ranked as captives you have the ability to escape or be rescued. Your position is dependent on the good graces of your captor and the Alpha. Rank-6		LUXURIA	Apprentices- Your only thought should be to win the favor of the Alpha. This can be done by activity, quality, and sheer persistence sometimes. Post well and at least twice a week at a 150 word minimum and all will go well with you. Rank-5
Ranking Deference Ranking starts at 1a and drops to 6 with the Cursed, all a rankings have dominance over b ranking subjects. There is but one exception to this rule and that is the Alpha positions, if the Alpha Stallion is debilitated the Alphera may have equal ranking.