LittleAndClumsy
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In the preparation for a big storm, many dogs were taken to a shelter and promised refuge while their owners fled. Even strays were brought in under the guise that they too - would be safe from the storm. Things go well for the first day or two but then the humans leave the dogs behind to fend for themselves. Now on their own on in the shelter, it is up to the dogs to come together to survive whatever Mother Nature decides to throw at them.
1) PG13 only. No doggies gettin' it on.
2) Have respect for me and all other roleplayers
3) I don't want to see any saw level gore.
4) Some of us have obligations IRL so cannot post all hours of the day. As such, I don't want to see entire pages between two people. At most, only do three posts in a row until others can log on and post as well. This is a GROUP roleplay. Treat it as such.
5) Third person only. I prefer that everyone use proper grammar and give me a minimum of one paragraph per post.
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** Idea adapted from this plot with permission from creator.
2) Have respect for me and all other roleplayers
3) I don't want to see any saw level gore.
4) Some of us have obligations IRL so cannot post all hours of the day. As such, I don't want to see entire pages between two people. At most, only do three posts in a row until others can log on and post as well. This is a GROUP roleplay. Treat it as such.
5) Third person only. I prefer that everyone use proper grammar and give me a minimum of one paragraph per post.
6) PM all profiles to me for approval
** Idea adapted from this plot with permission from creator.
** This pack is composed of dogs from the shelter//house pets//strays that were rounded up **
Alpha Male: Shogun // Boondox
Alpha Female: Hera // me
Beta: Lobo // Boondox
Beta: Afra // blackleaf
Watcher:
Watcher:
Scout: Gemini // me
Scout: Ceto // blackleaf
Scout: Marlee // Summer_Dreams
Scout: Cookie // Elowyn
Hunter: Cookie // Summer_Dreams
Hunter: Lobo // Boondox
Hunter:
Hunter:
Hunter:
Protector: Verena // blackleaf
Protector:
Protector:
Protector:
Protector:
Elder:
Elder:
Regular: Opal // Anonymous
Regular:
Regular:
Regular:
Omega Male:
Omega Female:
Pup: Maisy // Elowyn
Pup:
Pup:
The Alphas (Breeding Pair)[edit]
Within the wolf pack, the alphas, now more commonly referred to as the breeding pair, are the only wolves in the group which breed and produce offspring; they are the matriarch and patriarch of the family[10]. The alpha or parent role consists of one male and one female which are pair-bonded and usually unrelated, although they may be distantly related or, in some cases, fully related. This variable degree of relation and inbreeding can significantly impact the viability of the pack, and inbreeding is known to commonly occur in both captive and wild wolf populations. It is common for an aging or sick alpha to be replaced by one of their offspring, with this new alpha now becoming the mate to his or her own parent. This inbreeding depression can cause weak pups, lowered reproduction rates, blindness, and reduced longevity[11].
The alphas represent the most dominant rank in the wolf pack, and so are held in the highest esteem by the other members of the unit[14]. Along with sole breeding, the alphas are responsible for control and leadership of the pack[15], including establishing pack territory, leading hunts, and accepting or rejecting outside wolves[16]. The loss of an alpha can spell complete dissolution for the entire pack[12]. Because of this, the alphas always eat first, and are always awarded the biggest and best portions of the kill[15]. Lower-ranking individuals showing disrespect to the alpha will be punished, or sometimes banished from the pack. The societal rules existing within the wolf pack do so in order to preserve the whole and protect the alpha, and these rules must be imposed. Due to the alphas’ vital importance to the viability of the pack, their safety is a first priority, and so the majority of enforcement falls to the next-in-command: the betas[14].
The Betas[edit]
Because of their role, the betas are often referred to as the “enforcers” of the pack[14]. These wolves rank directly below the alphas, and generally consisting of one or two individuals[15]. They are often the wolves which will first confront a newcomer or potential threat[14]. The betas serve both as enforcement and second-in-command, often taking over control while the alphas are away or preoccupied with breeding. Should anything happen to an alpha, a beta is next in line to satisfy the vacancy[17]. As such, these wolves are also highly respected within the pack, and receive the next choicest portion of the kill[14]. The betas are believed to be the most trusted and most bonded companions of the alpha pair, acting as “generals” in the pack hierarchy[15].
Mid-Ranking Wolves[edit]
All other wolves in the group are considered subordinates, though they serve important roles in the pack dynamic[15]. The mid-ranking wolves fall between the betas and the lowest rank, the omega. Mid-ranking wolves have been organized and re-organized into various divisions in an attempt to understand their complex interactions, but in reality the middle ranks are constantly interchanging, with dominance awarded to the fittest individual for the particular endeavour at hand[18]. These wolves often serve as babysitters to the pups when the alphas and betas are away, and conditional to the pack’s size, certain individuals may fill the roles of watchers, scouts, teachers, hunters, or protectors, depending on what is needed at the time[15].
The Omega[edit]
Omegas are the lowest ranking members of the group, usually consisting of one individual of either sex. Omegas sometimes represent the weakest of the pack, or may have been demoted to the position as a consequence of bad behavior. Life as an omega can be difficult, eating last and taking the brunt of aggression from the rest of the pack[15]. These individuals may chose to leave the group in search of a higher ranking position or to breed[11], and can be replaced as ranks are shuffled overtime. Older omegas are often allowed to retire, rescinding their position and being looked after by the pack[19]. Alleviating aggression is the omegas principle role, and this is often done through initiating play as a way to burn off excess negative energy[15]. As a result, long-time omegas often bear the scars of their submissive position[14].
The Pups
Importance of the alpha is rivaled only by that of the pups[14]. The fundamental purpose of the pack is the successful production of offspring, and so raising of the litter is a collaborative venture – all members contribute to their development[7]. Despite this committed involvement, pup mortality is high, with researchers citing that only roughly 30% survive their first year of life[20]. Due to this fragility, priority is given to the alphas rather than the pups, as more litters are needed to compensate for this high rate of mortality[14]. Those who survive, however, grow up with the added advantage of being surrounded by numerous care-takers and teachers. There exists a culture within wolf packs, and this is passed on to the offspring by the elders of the group. Pups learn something from each member of the pack, and attain the vital social skills required to create those powerful bonds upon which wolf societal structure relies[7].
Alpha Male: Shogun // Boondox
Alpha Female: Hera // me
Beta: Lobo // Boondox
Beta: Afra // blackleaf
Watcher:
Watcher:
Scout: Gemini // me
Scout: Ceto // blackleaf
Scout: Marlee // Summer_Dreams
Scout: Cookie // Elowyn
Hunter: Cookie // Summer_Dreams
Hunter: Lobo // Boondox
Hunter:
Hunter:
Hunter:
Protector: Verena // blackleaf
Protector:
Protector:
Protector:
Protector:
Elder:
Elder:
Regular: Opal // Anonymous
Regular:
Regular:
Regular:
Omega Male:
Omega Female:
Pup: Maisy // Elowyn
Pup:
Pup:
The Alphas (Breeding Pair)[edit]
Within the wolf pack, the alphas, now more commonly referred to as the breeding pair, are the only wolves in the group which breed and produce offspring; they are the matriarch and patriarch of the family[10]. The alpha or parent role consists of one male and one female which are pair-bonded and usually unrelated, although they may be distantly related or, in some cases, fully related. This variable degree of relation and inbreeding can significantly impact the viability of the pack, and inbreeding is known to commonly occur in both captive and wild wolf populations. It is common for an aging or sick alpha to be replaced by one of their offspring, with this new alpha now becoming the mate to his or her own parent. This inbreeding depression can cause weak pups, lowered reproduction rates, blindness, and reduced longevity[11].
The alphas represent the most dominant rank in the wolf pack, and so are held in the highest esteem by the other members of the unit[14]. Along with sole breeding, the alphas are responsible for control and leadership of the pack[15], including establishing pack territory, leading hunts, and accepting or rejecting outside wolves[16]. The loss of an alpha can spell complete dissolution for the entire pack[12]. Because of this, the alphas always eat first, and are always awarded the biggest and best portions of the kill[15]. Lower-ranking individuals showing disrespect to the alpha will be punished, or sometimes banished from the pack. The societal rules existing within the wolf pack do so in order to preserve the whole and protect the alpha, and these rules must be imposed. Due to the alphas’ vital importance to the viability of the pack, their safety is a first priority, and so the majority of enforcement falls to the next-in-command: the betas[14].
The Betas[edit]
Because of their role, the betas are often referred to as the “enforcers” of the pack[14]. These wolves rank directly below the alphas, and generally consisting of one or two individuals[15]. They are often the wolves which will first confront a newcomer or potential threat[14]. The betas serve both as enforcement and second-in-command, often taking over control while the alphas are away or preoccupied with breeding. Should anything happen to an alpha, a beta is next in line to satisfy the vacancy[17]. As such, these wolves are also highly respected within the pack, and receive the next choicest portion of the kill[14]. The betas are believed to be the most trusted and most bonded companions of the alpha pair, acting as “generals” in the pack hierarchy[15].
Mid-Ranking Wolves[edit]
All other wolves in the group are considered subordinates, though they serve important roles in the pack dynamic[15]. The mid-ranking wolves fall between the betas and the lowest rank, the omega. Mid-ranking wolves have been organized and re-organized into various divisions in an attempt to understand their complex interactions, but in reality the middle ranks are constantly interchanging, with dominance awarded to the fittest individual for the particular endeavour at hand[18]. These wolves often serve as babysitters to the pups when the alphas and betas are away, and conditional to the pack’s size, certain individuals may fill the roles of watchers, scouts, teachers, hunters, or protectors, depending on what is needed at the time[15].
The Omega[edit]
Omegas are the lowest ranking members of the group, usually consisting of one individual of either sex. Omegas sometimes represent the weakest of the pack, or may have been demoted to the position as a consequence of bad behavior. Life as an omega can be difficult, eating last and taking the brunt of aggression from the rest of the pack[15]. These individuals may chose to leave the group in search of a higher ranking position or to breed[11], and can be replaced as ranks are shuffled overtime. Older omegas are often allowed to retire, rescinding their position and being looked after by the pack[19]. Alleviating aggression is the omegas principle role, and this is often done through initiating play as a way to burn off excess negative energy[15]. As a result, long-time omegas often bear the scars of their submissive position[14].
The Pups
Importance of the alpha is rivaled only by that of the pups[14]. The fundamental purpose of the pack is the successful production of offspring, and so raising of the litter is a collaborative venture – all members contribute to their development[7]. Despite this committed involvement, pup mortality is high, with researchers citing that only roughly 30% survive their first year of life[20]. Due to this fragility, priority is given to the alphas rather than the pups, as more litters are needed to compensate for this high rate of mortality[14]. Those who survive, however, grow up with the added advantage of being surrounded by numerous care-takers and teachers. There exists a culture within wolf packs, and this is passed on to the offspring by the elders of the group. Pups learn something from each member of the pack, and attain the vital social skills required to create those powerful bonds upon which wolf societal structure relies[7].
** This pack is composed of dogs from the dog pound//strays that weren't rounded up **
Alpha Male:
Alpha Female:
Beta:
Beta: Yuno // Anonymous
Watcher:
Watcher:
Scout:
Scout:
Scout:
Scout:
Hunter: Balto // me
Hunter:
Hunter:
Hunter:
Hunter:
Protector: Hades // TanksRus
Protector:
Protector:
Protector:
Protector:
Elder:
Elder:
Regular:
Regular:
Regular:
Regular:
Omega Male:
Omega Female:
Pup:
Pup:
Pup:
Alpha Male:
Alpha Female:
Beta:
Beta: Yuno // Anonymous
Watcher:
Watcher:
Scout:
Scout:
Scout:
Scout:
Hunter: Balto // me
Hunter:
Hunter:
Hunter:
Hunter:
Protector: Hades // TanksRus
Protector:
Protector:
Protector:
Protector:
Elder:
Elder:
Regular:
Regular:
Regular:
Regular:
Omega Male:
Omega Female:
Pup:
Pup:
Pup:
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