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Hierarchy & Associates

High Ranks
Leader; influential individual enforcing rules.
The leader is the superior initiate of the clan, constructing regulations and a series of devious stratagems. Ethical of being granted nine lives by their ancestors, the leader commands everyone to take part within the clan itself. If they happen to be shown a lack of respect or courtesy by any of their peers, it will lead to severe punishments. Overall, with the help of their appointed deputy, they keep the clan running and active for all.

Deputy; trusted individual assisting the leader.
As the second in command, the deputy is the only rank eligible for becoming the upcoming leader of the clan. They assist the leader by enforcing impactful commitments, along with taking the leader's position when they are absent in time. Whoever obtains this ranking has authority over everyone, besides the leader themselves. They contribute to the clan by organizing patrols, advising the leader, and overall keeping the clan in check.

Medicine Cats; spiritual individuals healing the clan.
Medicine cats take pride in being the healers and managing the welfare of the clan. Whether a cat is sick or wounded, they are required to nurture them back to health. On another note, these specified individuals are the ones that hold the closest connection to their ancestors, which causes them to be the most spiritual cats within the clan. These cats tend to receive messages and prophecies from our ancestors to furthermore interpret.

Medicine Cat Apprentices; chosen adolescents showing knowledge in herbs.
Medicine cat apprentices are adolescent individuals constantly training to prepare themselves for the opportunity to become the clans' official medicine cat. These individuals will step up to the rank of an official medical associate once one has died or retired, or even when their mentor thinks they are eligible enough for the rank.

Normal Ranks
Elite Warriors; a select amount of notable warriors.
The most trusted and honorable warriors are rewarded with the title of Elite Warrior, a recognition that stands as a testament to their unwavering commitment and dedication to the clan. In the event that both the leader and deputy are not present, they step forward to guide the group with authority and decisiveness. Your cat must show an unwavering display of loyalty and devotion to earn this rank and prove themselves worthy enough to become an elite.

Warriors; the foundation of the clan.
By significantly contributing to the clan through hunting and safeguarding the collective, these individuals can greatly enhance its strength. Demonstrating exceptional loyalty and dedication opens up the possibility of being selected for the esteemed role of an Elite Warrior.

Apprentices; adolescents training hard to become warriors.
Apprentices are adolescents undergoing serious training aside from their designated mentor. Once their mentor feels that the apprentice is ready to become a warrior, the leader will hold a ceremony in honor of the hardworking new warrior.

Queens; those nurturing the youth.
In their role as caretakers of the young, they diligently nurture the kits until they reach the age of six moons. Furthermore, permanent queens are afforded the opportunity to extend their maternal care by adopting and fostering young if they are not presently attending to their progeny.

Kits; the future of the clan.
The young members of the group are tenderly nurtured by their mothers until they reach the milestone of six moons, marking the transition where they are bestowed with their apprentice name and are assigned a mentor to guide them through their journey of growth and learning.

Elders; the esteemed and retired seniors.
The elders symbolize the esteemed retired members of the group, residing peacefully in their designated den as a well-deserved respite after they have dedicated countless years to the service of their clan.