Tasks (Aryn)

Tasks.

## Tasks

Tasks are listed in order of general social desirability; All tasks are considered equally important. Higher ranks generally receive more responsibilities and recognition within the clan.

Every wolf is expected to contribute when and where they are needed. Pack members should assume a task according to their individual skills, and wolves of each specialization may favor different aspects of their given task. For example, a Courser may hunt more often than s/he accompanies a patrol, or may prefer the task of pup-sitting to any other activity.

## Vicars

*The heart of the pack, giving life and guidance to all.*

Vicars serve as the spiritual guides of the pack, offering wisdom to the rest of clan in matters of faith and health. Vicars bear a much closer commune with the Great Spirit than other wolves. They study and meditate on the will of the One, and function as the pack's religious experts. As such their advice is not to be taken lightly.

#### Responsibilities

* **During Patrols**: Vicars may follow in order to collect herbs, or to offer help should someone injure themselves.
* **In Hunts**: these wolves do not usually take part. However, they may accompany a hunting party to provide assistance in the event of an accident.
* **Around the Den:** Vicars care for the sick and elderly. They also watch pups, teaching them about the pack's history and the Great Spirit. Vicars oversee many purification rituals and rites, and counsel packmates.
* **As Diplomats.** Vicars usually accompany alphas on missions of negotiation. They advise and provide insight to the will of the One.

#### The Hakim

* Hakim is an honorary title granted to a distinguished Master Vicar by the alpha pair. Hakim sit on the Rah'at as a lead council member for their designated task and are responsible for representing and directing their task; Specifically in times of crisis and when the alpha pair is incapacitated or aboard.

#### Aryn's Vicars

* Adrian; Athens; Brielle; Cricket; Cybele; Erin; Gabitrix; Hieronymus; Juniper; Lidya; Mordecai (Grand Vicar); Ori Chime; Raphael (Raphael); Sunrise (Healer); Teia (Grand Vicar); Tzuriel; Valencia

## Wardens

*The strength of the pack, never faltering.*

To be a Warden, a wolf must posses great endurance and strength. Courage and loyalty are what bind Warden's to their task. They are the pack's main line of defense, and also one of the largest and most prestigious tasks.

#### Responsibilities

* **During Patrols:** These wolves travel within a larger group. Their main task is to protect, and should intimidation fail, wardens are the primary fighting force in a violent conflict.
* **In Hunts**: These wolves wait in ambush for coursers to drive the prey forward. Wardens possess the necessary strength to bring down large game without injuring themselves or their packmates.
* **Around the Den:** Wardens guard. They make sure no outsider gets close enough to pose a threat. They are also tasked with keeping track of who leaves and returns. In the event that packmate(s) go missing, the guards are expected to know when they left and in which direction. Warden's also assist with watching young.
* **As Diplomats:** They are sent as guards in hostile lands, or to fight.

#### The Almaraq

* Almaraq is an honorary title granted to a distinguished Master Warden by the alpha pair. Almaraq sit on the Rah'at as a lead council member for their designated task and are responsible for representing and directing their task; Specifically in times of crisis and when the alpha pair is incapacitated or aboard.
	+ Kane (formerly, under Lord Raphael)

#### Aryn's Wardens

* Alcatraz (Alpha); Alexandro; Barin; Charaka; Elias; Harley; Hawthorn; Hieronymus; Julia; Kane; Leviathan; Lycan; Nero; Raghaalr; Ragnarok; Rifle; Ursuline; Varrick; Vasilis

## Coursers

*The quickest of the pack, fleet of foot and sharp of gaze.*

Wolves of this task must be swift and agile; the best of their kind are also observant and quick of wit. They must be capable of stalking prey undetected and must also be able to travel swiftly over all manner of terrain.

#### The Raei

* Raei is an honorary title granted to a distinguished Master Courser by the alpha pair. Raei sit on the Rah'at as a lead council member for their designated task and are responsible for representing and directing their task; Specifically in times of crisis and when the alpha pair is incapacitated or aboard.
	+ Lawson (current)

#### Aryn's Coursers

* Artemis; Athena; Catalaya; Dyana; Echo; Hani; Hera; Kris'tran; Lawson; Ori Chime; Phanuel; Quentin; Riga; Seava; Seaver; Seven; Shoshana; Skunk; Synnove; Yamārashi

## Rangers

*The eyes and ears of the pack, bringing news from afar.*

Rangers must not only be stealthy and strong, but also smart. They spend much of their time roaming, hunting for and defending themselves with only these three things. The life of a ranger is not for most, as it is a dangerous and oftentimes lonely task. Rangers travel alone or in pairs, ghosting foreign lands and leaving no sign of their passing. They are the great secret holders. The knowers. Rangers are expected to offer a full report to the Ra'hat upon their return from any major excursion, and traditionally also bring an offering of food to make up for their absence.

#### Responsibilities

* **During Patrols:** Rangers may accompany a larger patrol if there is good reason, but most often travel singly and unseen. They should fight to protect their own life and the lives of packmates, but otherwise the potential for deadly injury far from home is too great. Rangers are expected to disengage from violent conflict as soon as they are able, and to report back to the Alpha.
* **In Hunts:** These wolves track game. Herd movements, new warrens, and plentiful fishing grounds are the knowledge of the ranger. They bring this information back to the rest of the pack, so that hunting parties may be organized.
* **Around the Den:** Rangers assist with whatever needs doing. Rangers usually return home only to rest or relay a new bit of information, and then set out again.
* **As Diplomats:** They come as spies into all territories, friendly and hostile alike. Some come peacefully to interact and learn about outsiders. Others stay out of sight, watching from a distance. Both tactics provide insight to the rest of the pack. Rangers also seek outsiders to bring into the clan.

#### The Kashaf

* Kashaf is an honorary title granted to a distinguished Master Ranger by the alpha pair. Raei sit on the Rah'at as a lead council member for their designated task and are responsible for representing and directing their task; Specifically in times of crisis and when the alpha pair is incapacitated or aboard.
	+ Eden (formerly, under Lord Raphael)

#### Aryn's Rangers

* Amara; Athena (Alpha); Daenerys; Eden; Ezra; Jaeger; Keahi; Lazarus; Lorarii; Riley; Selena; Storm

## Rank Advancement

* **Untasked to Delta:** Taking on a task with the approval of the Alpha. Deltas will be assigned a mentor of Gamma rank or higher in the same task.
* **Delta to Gamma:** Approval of mentor and completion of a task specific rite. Vicars must complete a pilgrimage and then recite a traditional fable before the pack from memory; Wardens must prove their courage and prowess in battle; Coursers must lead a successful hunt; Rangers must exhibit skill in the arts of stealth, strength, and cunning.
* **Gamma to Theta:** Extraordinary display of task-specific skills and/or considerable experience in the field.
* **Theta to Beta (Rah'at):** Sponsorship of two recognized Masters (at least one of the same task) OR the Alpha.
* **Lead Rah'at:** Sponsorship of the alpha.