◘ [ Info ] ◘ || Pride Structure ||

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The pride structure if a fairly simple one. The 'ranks' are more or indicators of class rather than of profession for the majority of the pride. The higher-classed members, or the holy ranks and the officials that serve them, all hold unique titles to their ranks. For the majority of the pride, this is not the case. Every citizen of their pride is a Roh. There are classes for those who are foreigners, hybrid, etc. but below official ranks, these ranks essentially dictate the sort of citizen they are.

Trades are not going to be seen on your cert because there are far too many to keep track of. Characters can be farmers, bards, merchants, caretakers, healers, teachers, students, you name it! Every kingdom will maintain a list of its common citizens where as the Holy and Official ranks will be listed on the main page. Within each kingdom, it is up to their ruler to maintain their list and keep track of trades.

Military trades, such as captains, guards, etc. are still considered Roh, but they carry military trades. These are somewhat more reinforced by the kingdom's ruler and their commanders.

☼ Holy Ranks

• Shinsen
Shinsen is a rank held only by gods. These are the ultimate authorities of the pride. They founded the pride, they established the lands, they give blessings and deal judgement, and they protect the pride from their own kin, preventing other blessings or curses from disrupting the lands and the harmony within them. Officially, these are the pride leaders, even if the majority of the pride will never (knowingly) come into contact with them.

• Taiho
A rank exclusive to seers. Taiho are considered the bridge between the gods and the mortal world. They live separately from the mortals in the central kingdom, living in peace with the gods. Only three are chosen to go out from their home- these three are charged with seeking out and naming the next ruler of their respective kingom. When they name a ruler, they become Saiho. The Taiho are raised to be 100% passive. They will learn to hate blood, violence, and will even grow ill at the sight of it. Li Wei will be their 'father' of sorts, and they will learn his ways.

• Saiho
There are only ever three Saiho alive. The Saiho are Taiho that have left the central kingdom and have successfully located their kingdom‘s ruler. From this point on, their life revolves around their ruler. They serve as their advisor, their voice of mercy, the ruler‘s link to the gods, and the voice of the people. The visions are used to guide their rulers‘ reign. The Saiho will fall ill from karma‘s curse if their ruler strays from a virtuous path. If the ruler does not resign their reign or life, the Saiho will die from the illness. If the Saiho dies, the ruler will pass away within a short period of time.

xxx→ The Saiho change their names upon ascending to this rank. Their names are the name of the kingdom + Ki (if male) or Rin (if female.)

• [Kingdom Name] - Ou
The king or queen of a nation. Ou means "ruler". The kingdom they represent will be the first half of their title. The ruler is chosen by the Saiho and the entire kingdom's fate is on their shoulders. A good, just, and fair ruler will bring the blessing of peace and their land and people will prosper. A ruler that violates the will of heaven, shows malice, or cruelty will eventually lead his Saiho to karma's illness. Depending on the severity of their fall from grace, the ruler must either step down, give up their life, or go into exile. The ruler can be male or female, any race, and even any age. The Saiho looks at what's inside.

• Sennin
These are the mate, offspring, and siblings of the current rulers. They are considered holy as well. The role of Sennin is normally to serve as aids to the current ruler, but sometimes they use their rank as an excuse to enjoy a privileged life.

• Chousai
There are up to six Chousai per kingdom. These are the high advisors to the ruler.

• Nyosen
Nyosen, or oracles, are the only mortals allowed to live within the central kingdom. They are caretakers to the Taiho. They serve them, they hunt for them, prepare their food, groom them, and essentially raise them up. When a seer child is born within the kingdoms, a Nyosen takes the cub from their family and take it to live among other seers. The oracles are not allowed to take mates and live in the central island. If they take a mate, they must leave the central island and they are no longer Nyosen, and can no longer return. However, a Nyosen can take a god lover to provide the pride with more seers and they are still considered pure enough to serve the Taiho. The Nyosen are all female and of any species.

• Shirei
Shirei are chosen bodyguards to the Saiho. These creatures travel with the Saiho, never leaving their side. Shirei are raised to be firmly against violence to the point where bloodshed will disgust them, even at their own paws. So the Shirei do the dirty work. If the Saiho or the ruler is in danger, the Shirei will defend them with their lives. Only a Saiho can choose a Shirei for him or herself.

◘ Official Ranks

• Daishiba
This is essentially the commander of the guards, the leader of the army. There is only one per kingdom and they are appointed by the Ou.

• Daishiko
This is essentially the judge of the kingdom. There’s one per kingdom, each appointed by the Ou. The Daishiko is in charge of overhearing any charges, sentencing criminals, maintaining the law, and validating marriages.


◘ Common Ranks

• [Kingdom name] - Roh
This is the common rank for full citizens. There are no ranks for healers, caretakers, merchants, hunters, gatherers, etc. These are trades, not ranks. Everyone born to a kingdom is a Roh, no matter their profession. Roh is the rank for all stages, all species, and all genders.

• Taika
Taika are individuals who have moved from one kingdom to become a citizen of another or a member that was born within the pride, left for whatever reason, and returned to re-join the pride. They live and serve as every day members. They can be merchants, hunters, or scouts.

• Shusei
Individuals who don’t exactly belong to any kingdom. They are traveling performers, merchants with rare wares, and are permitted to move between the kingdoms. Kizi members can hold this rank, though they will not be considered full members. Some ‘local‘ Shusei remain within the pride, but they don‘t belong to any one kingdom.

• Hanjyuu
Hanjyuu is the word for hybrids. These beings are often a bit of a hot topic. Depending on the ruler, depending on the kingdom, depending on the time period- they can either be normal citizens, favored, or even discriminated against. Hanjyuu sometimes travel between kingdoms in order to maintain a comfortable status among the common folk.

• Kaikyaku
These are outsiders to the pride. New members will always take this role until they gain permission from their kingdom’s ruler for citizenship. This often requires a waiting period, proof that they will benefit the kingdom, and some sort of trade. Kaikyaku aren’t generally liked or trusted, so it’s best that an individual not remain within this rank.

• Fumin
These are the lowest of the low. Fallen rulers, criminals, and traitors are given this rank. They have no trade, they are not allowed to reproduce, and they are forced to live on the mercy of their fellow citizens.

• Youma
This is the rank given to all familiars.