Family Names

In each four packs, a few wolves possesses a **family name** by which to know the certain family lines. They were introduced after *The Rearrangement*, around 330-340 MC.

Sigmas, gammas and omegas do not have a family name (with the only exception if a high ranked wolf decides to have pups with a lower ranked wolf) as it is believed that they do not deserve such or their families are considered a disgrace.

Alphas, especially the ruling families, are the main wolves to possess a family name, reason being so they would be easier to recognize. Over time, zetas and deltas had taken on a family name as well, especially the kind of families who had a line of great warriors or important positions. But some took one solely because of being higher ranked.

When two alphas have pups, the pups will have the fathers family name. If an alpha and zeta/delta will have pups, usually the pups will get the family name of the other parent who is an alpha. But if the zeta/delta comes from a respected family, then the pups can have a combined family name, or either take the other parent's name.

If a high ranked wolf has pups with an average ranked wolf, beta, then the pups will get to possess a family name.

#### The Most Known Families:

Adakai

Adakai is the family name belonging to the leaders of the Eastern pack. The family name was taken to use during the 3rd leaders reign in 338 MC.

Ohitekah

Ohitekah is the family name belonging to the leaders of the Southern pack. The name has a bad reputation due to the leaders themselves. The family name was taken to use in 331 MC.

K'eyosh

K'eyosh is the family name belonging to the leaders of the Northern pack, and has been in use since 336 MC.

Kadóka

Kadóka is a respected family line in the Eastern pack. They are close allies of the Adakai, and the sworn enemy of the Kizane. Kadóka is also known for some of its members owning rare pelt coloring of the timber wolves.

Tessaý

Tessaý is a very respected family line in the Eastern pack. The family consists of many great warriors and commanders.

Kizane

Kizane is the second highest respected family line in the Southern pack. They are the closest allies of the Ohitekah. Many female members have married into the Ohitekah, to keep the alliance.

Lakotàh

Lakotàh is another very respected family line and close allies of the Adakai in the Eastern pack.

Nahimana

Nahimana is a family of great healers going down for many generations in the Eastern pack.

Yazzie

Yazzie is a high ranked family line in the Southern pack.

Lumare

In the Northern pack's 3rd pack, Lumare is its own respected family line, consisting of many warriors, captains, hunters and even sápmis. Members of the Lumare have been mostly deltas. However, the Lumare is mostly extinct, only one member of the family is left alive.

Uzakï

Uzakï is a distinctive family in the Southern pack. They are recognized for their genetically inheritable color mutation in their pelt. The mutation alters the pelt into more brighter color; reddish sand brown or strawberry blond. The mutation is accompanied by black markings and yellow eyes. Usually only the females are the ones inheriting it, but there have been 2 males in the whole family who have inherited the color mutation as well.

Ta'kish

Ta'kish is a respected family line in the Northern pack and one of the close allies of the K'eyosh.

U'maar

U'maar was a very respected family line in the Northern pack and close allies of the K'eyosh. This family line was endangered for many years as the members became lesser every year, due to them being able to have only 1 pup at a time — which was caused by a birth defect among the members. U'maar became extinct after the last living member was killed off during his expedition, along with his mate who was pregnant.

Yue'tayah

In the Western Pack, and possibly in the whole island, Yue'tayah is the oldest existing family line — having been around for over 300 years. During the olden days, this family was considered as the "ruling family" among the valley wolves. Because of how old this line is, it is very highly respected in the pack, but also in the other packs among wolves who are familiar with Yue'tayah. Members having been either zetas or alphas.

Hatathlí

Hatathlí is a very respected family line in the Western pack. It is the second oldest line in the pack, existing since the rearrangement had taken place. Many of the members have been part of the Máivian Order, but they have mostly held the position of command; commander and/or captain.