Giaku Ranks

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The High Council

The following ranks are restricted and require permission from Aveilthé to have for any character.

Emperor & Empress-

[/b] Not unlike an alpha pair, the Emperor and Empress are the supreme rulers of Giaku. Their words are law, and anyone that dares to defy them will be rightly punished. Traditionally, it is the duty of the Emperor to lead his forces into war and to oversee his empire. It is he who holds supreme authority. The duty of the Empress is to produce heirs so that the royal line remains secure. However, in the event that a female is heir to the empire, then she will harness the highest authority, even over her own mate.

• Emperor:
  
  • Tartarus: Assassinated
    
  • Charon Temporary regent, abdicated upon Lacrimosa and Ammon's ascension
    
  • Ammon
    

• Empress:
  
  • Requj: Fate uknown
    
  • Diabol: Fate unknown
    
  • Lacrimosa
    
  
  

Commands: Everyone
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Dominus & Domina- (Lord & Lady)

[/b] The second highest exclusive rank. The Emperor and Empress may assign a Lord and Lady to preside as temporary leader to stand in for them if they are away. They are usually close to the Giaku leaders, the most trusted, and bearers of good advice in bad times. It is not unusual for the Lord & Lady to be mates. If the Emperor and Empress never bear a prodigy and do not have siblings to take their place, the Lord and Lady will become the next rulers of the Giaku empire. Traditionally, the Lord holds higher authority than the female.
Current Lord & Lady:

• Dominus: Charon Tartarus Apollo
  
• Domina: None
  

Commands: Everyone except the Emperor and Empress
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Dux ducis- (General)

[/b] A very difficult position to accomplish. However it is possible, and only the strongest, smartest, and most experienced warriors are considered for this auspicious position. They must be willing to obey orders given by the Emperor without hesitation. They oversee all the soldiers, train them, and command them in battle. The Emperor harbors four generals in his stead.
Current General(s):

• Archebain
  
• Arkham
  
• Rook
  
• Zerxes
  

Commands: Soldiers, Elders, Scouts, Hunters, Apprentices, Slaves
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Prince & Princess-

[/b] Born from the Emperor and Empress. The duty of the princes and princessess is to learn all aspects of the empire. The firstborn male is the heir to the empire if the emperor has died. If there is no firstborn male available, then the title will be handed down to the firstborn available princess.
Current Prince(s) & Princess(s):

• Endymion: Exiled, deceased; son of Tartarus and Amnesia
  
• Marahis: Exiled; daughter of Tartarus and Requj
  
• Tiamat: Illegitimate heir; daughter of Tartarus and Secunda
  
• Kratos: Fate unknown; son of Tartarus and Diabol
  
• Charon: Abdicated throne; son of Tartarus and Diabol
  
• Erebus: Fate unknown; son of Tartarus and Diabol
  
• Nyx: Abdicated throne; daughter of Tartarus and Diabol
  
• Phobos: Deceased; daughter of Tartarus and Diabol
  
• Ammunae: Son of Empress Lacrimosa and Emperor Ammon; current heir to the throne of Giaku
  
• Dirge: Daughter of Empress Lacrimosa and Emperor Ammon; second in the line of succession
  
  

Commands: Scouts, Hunters, Apprentices, Slaves
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Nobles-

[/b] The nobles are those that are blood related to the Emperor and Empress. If something should happen to the princes and princesses, then the Nobles are found to take their place. They are next in line to rule. They do not have to be members of Giaku to hold this title.
Current Nobles:

• Oblivionic: Fate unknown, assumed dead.
  
• Gaea:
  
• Eris:
  
• Deathblood:
  
• Bia: Fate unknown, assumed dead; daughter of Endymion & Mene
  
• Coco: Fate unknown; daughter of Marahis and ?
  
• Dior: Fate unknown; daughter of Marahis and ?
  
• Lacrimosa: Daughter of Endymion and Moria, ascended to the throne after Charon's abdication
  
• Mascamora: Sister of Empress Lacrimosa; daughter of Endymion and Moria
  
• Zephyrus: Former Prince of Giaku; Exiled, later readmitted by Charon during his regency; son of Tartarus and Diabol
  
• Thanatos:
  

Commands: They cannot command anyone if they are not members of Giaku. If they are, then they command the Scouts, Hunters, Apprentices, and Slaves.
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Citizens

The following ranks are available to all characters that are members of Giaku, which means permission is not required to obtain one.

Presbyter- (Elder)

[/b] All Presbyter wolves should be regarded with respect for it is they who have seen countless wars and bloodshed. They are known for their wisdom and stories. Since they are the most senior members of the empire, they are allowed to retire and live the rest of their life in peace. They do not have to partake in any given jobs offered in Giaku, but they do take it upon themselves to pass on their wisdom to the more young, bold, and brash. A retired wolf may still hold on to his old rank, and may call himself Presbyter-Solidus (Elder-Soldier) or Presbyter-Auscultre (Elder-Scout), to name a few examples. It is very common for a Presbyter to take on an Discipulus (Apprentice).
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Magister- (Master)

[/b] A rank given exclusively to any wolf that takes on a Discipulus (Apprentice). It is usually a prefix term given to any wolf that is an expert in his employment. For example, if an Auscultre takes a Discipulus to learn the ways of scouting, the Auscultre would demand that the Discipulus call him Magister-Auscultre (Master-Scout). Keep in mind that if a wolf does not have a Discipulus, they cannot be a Magister.
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Sicarius- (Assassin)

[/b] Though not well known among the citizens of Giaku, this austere and intimidating elite set of agents answer to the Emperor alone. He chooses them for their tremendous skill that sets them apart from everyone else. Where their strength, wit, and cunning are considerable, their ability to linger in the shadows are even greater.
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Solidus- (Soldier)

[/b] The soldiers are a vast legion that are regarded with respect for their services to the empire. They are protectors, guardians, fighters, warriors, and a police force, and obey the wishes and demands of the empire without some matter of uncertainty crossing their minds. What you do in life will be carried on to eternity.
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Auscultre- (Scout)

[/b] The most cunning, lithe, and fast are bestowed the rank as Scout. Their duty is to scout the canyons to keep an eagle eye on the horizon, to see if their enemy is moving in. Otherwise, they greet newcomers, usually with suspicion. They obey the orders from the Generals, Emperor, and Empress. They are also given the duty as spies and delivery service from anyone among the High Senate.
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Venator- (Hunter)

[/b] They rally hunts together and keep food coming daily if they must to keep the nation well fed and growing. The hunters are chosen for their ability to work as a team, and incredible endurance and stamina mentally and physically.
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Discipulus- (Apprentice)

[/b] Those that have not shown much skill in anything are usually labeled as an apprentice in Giaku, for every wolf must be good at something, and must contribute to their home. Thus, a young wolf might take on a master and learn from his expertise. During a wolf's apprenticeship, he is often called Discipulus with a certain job rank he is learning. For example, he may be called Discipulus-Sicarius (Apprentice-Assassin). It is traditional for a Discipulus to respectfully call his master as Magister-Sicarius (Master-Assassin). If he takes a Presbyter (Elder) as his master, then he will regard him as Presbyter-Magister-Sicarius (Elder Master Assassin).
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Pupa- (Pup)

[/b] The future of Giaku. If a newborn pup shows signs of illness, deformity, or weakness, they are abandoned or killed. Though cruel, it is necessary to maintain a strong empire if they are to defeat Shinkou Ookami. Pups are ideally immune to the goings on of Giaku until they reach a certain age of maturity; that single point in their lifetime when they must choose what path hey will follow.
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Sclavus- (Slave)

[/b] Giaku shows no mercy. If someone among their empire conducts treachery, their status instantly lowers them as a slave. They are the ones that supply to the emperor's every whim, as well as his council. They do the most menial of tasks that helps build Giaku. Death or lifelong torment is common.
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Novus- (New)

[/b] Those new individuals that join Giaku for the first time are called Novus. They are held under high scrutiny and are judged most harshly, for the Novus come from the outside and cannot be trusted until they prove themselves worthy to be among the respected ranks of Giaku's world.
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Other

Proditor- (Traitor)

[/b] If there is a rank lower than a slave, it would be traitor. A traitor is a someone that once condoned the empire's cause, but for one reason or another betrayed and abandoned it. To have a title as 'traitor' among a tough nation like Giaku means certain death.
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