Del Cenere Gang Ranks
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- 1. Rank Shuffles and Changes
- 2. Talent Tree
- 3. El Faro
- 4. Ashen Ring
- 5. Upper Echelon
- 5.1 Enkindled
- 5.2 Los Linternas
- 5.3 Las Antorchas
- 6. Mid Echelon
- 6.1 Las Piras
- 6.2 Los Inciendos
- 6.3 Las Brasas
- 6.4 Age-Restricted Ranks
- 7. Lower Echelon
➵ Del Ceneren Hierarchy and Ranks
Del Cenere, while not governed by concepts like royalty or nobility, is tightly bound by cultural laws and the biases that precede even their foundation. There is weight, importance, and currency in work ethic and intrinsic value in Coyote blood; Ashen members are meant to be driven, intuitive, and ambitious. Rank is determined by contribution and adherence to status quos. While exhibitions of deference are somewhat more relaxed in Del Cenere, there is a strict, albeit unspoken hierarchy - lower ranking Del Cenerens are expected to know their place, curb their tongue, and trust in the delegation of higher echelons. Speaking out of turn, especially to Leadership or Tribunal roles, may carry hefty consequence. There are no rank skips within Del Cenere's Hierarchy. Only coyotes and coyote hybrids are permitted access into the Tribunal ranks.
However - influence and action, and positive reputation carry plenty of weight. Individuals who seek to prove their mettle, and prove their desire to contribute or provide for Del Cenere consistently will always be seen in favor.
» Active members and their rank can be found on our Portal page.
1. Rank Shuffles and Changes
1.1 Promotion
» Numerical Activity and Post Counts |
The primary way characters can garner promotion through the ranks of Del Cenere is post count, counted every month during the Rank Shuffle. However, this should not be considered the end-all in getting a guaranteed promotion, should character conduct intercede (poor behavior or otherwise), or if activity is predominantly outside of Del Cenere. If a character hits post counts for promotion, but posts are consistently made outside of Del Cenere territory/does not interact with other Del Ceneren characters, they won't be considered eligible for promotion. |
» IC Conduct |
Characters who engage regularly within Del Cenere and participate in projects, events, or otherwise, will garner positive 'reputation' within the Gang, and thus, are considered more desirable towards promotion. Characters who show consistent engagement may also supersede post requirements in the following instances:
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1.2 Demotion
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Characters with consistent low activity within Activity Checks may find themselves demoted a rank - in order to maintain their position, characters must make three posts every month. Failure to maintain three posts for two months in a row will result in demotion. Characters who are ranked Las Brasas may not be demoted any lower, unless other action is taken on a case-by-case basis, and is generally tied to IC conduct. Enkindled and Ashen Ring characters may have exceptions to these rules - but if performance remains low for an extended period of time, they may also face demotion. Extended aNPCs may also face demotion if ranked Enkindled or within the Ashen Ring in order to keep positions available for prospective members. |
» IC Conduct |
Consistent failure to engage in the culture or pack involvement may result in demotion, alongside the following instances:
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2. Talent Tree
» Occupations |
» See our Occupations page for in-depth information. Occupations play an integral role in the progression of characters through ranks. Characters must be ranked Las Brasas and above in order to start pursuing their vocations, and are even encouraged to begin looking into how they want to build their characters' predominant skillsets that will determine upwards utility within the Gang early. These co-ranks also strongly tie into Del Cenere's tithe system - and the loss of an Occupation can tarnish the reputation of a character and damage their standing within the hierarchy. |
» Syndicates and Free Companies |
» See our Syndicates page for in-depth information. Spearheaded by the Gang's Ashen Ring (Tribunal), Syndicates are specialized positions amongst the Ashen - and, just beneath their own credence lay the Free Companies, lead by Las Antorchas members. These coalitions operate as proof of dedication to a specific craft or task that aids in keeping the Gang's delegations operating smoothly, and as such, are given precedence in Pack Projects and when access to supplies are required. While Syndicates and Free Companies are not a mandatory asset to rank ascension, they are a valuable tool to secure positive reputation - and may aid in characters seeking acclaim. |
3. El Faro
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Del Cenere's figurehead and the proverbial crown - El Faro stand as a powerful duo that rule over Del Cenere's territories, and operate as a Lead and their closest Confidant, and are intended to check and advise one another on appropriate actions when time calls for it. The furthered legacy (or ruination) of the Gang rests on the shoulders of El Faro. |
➵ Rey Salvaje |
The leader and the proverbial crown. The Rey Salvaje is the mouth of law, and the enforcer of order within Del Cenere, by whatever means they so see fit. All operations fall under their scope, from livestock, to culture, to combat – they must be prepared for the unexpected, and lead Del Cenere through hardship or face ruin. Their rule is absolute, and checked only by their second in command. Any progeny, or more specifically, any prospective heirs to the Rey Salvaje are not allowed a Bautizo, and must live and ascend through rank from the bottom in order to help ground them to the needs of the Ashen. |
➵ Comandante |
The other side of the coin of El Faro – the Comandante (or Bella Dama), serve as the Rey Salvaje’s right hand, and commonly bridge the gap between leadership and the Ashen Ring. They offer sage counsel when it is needed, step up to lead if it is required, and wield much the same power as the Rey Salvaje, without overstepping their own rule. They, more often than not, are hand-selected by the Rey Salvaje themselves for their devotion to the Gang. |
4. Ashen Ring
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5. Upper Echelon
5.1 Enkindled
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» Exalted Class |
Unparalleled for their exemplary membership, those in the Enkindled rank are gifted unique titles to set them apart from their fellow Ashen. However, this position comes with a weight all its own – Enkindled are expected to act as an extension to the Ashen Ring in matters of coordination and communication. |
➵ Enkindled (Personal Titles) |
Masters of their niche delegation, members of the Enkindled rank epitomize the Gang’s ideals and bridge the gap between the Ashen Ring and the Echelons of Del Cenere. As such, they are rewarded with their own personal titles, to which other Ashen are expected to acknowledge or address them by on a formal basis. This rank serves as a cut-off point, as well – it is the highest position non-coyotes (or non-coyote hybrids) can hold within the Del Cenere Gang. Example Titles...
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5.2 Los Linternas
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» Professional Class |
Qualified individuals of the Los Linternas station are Ashen who have solidified their status with their ethic and refined skill, as well as their commitment to the continued growth of Del Cenere as a whole. |
➵ Los Linternas (The Lanterns) |
Beholden to the whims of El Faro and the Enkindled, Los Linternas hold high renown for members of the Del Cenere Gang. Having dedicated themselves at least a singular Occupation, these Ashen have earned positive repute among their peers and thus are given more sway when it comes to matters of projects or instances where their prowess and expertise may be called upon. The Ashen know that they can turn to Los Linternas for assistance on many matters to dispense their sage (or not so wise) counsel. |
5.3 Las Antorchas
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» Apprentice Class |
Fresh to the Upper Echelon, Las Antorchas have proven themselves to be substantial towards the benefit of the Gang, and have made more concentrated efforts towards the betterment of Del Cenere and upholding its culture. |
➵ Las Antorchas (The Torches) |
Dedicated towards their craft, Las Antorchas are still considered green in their given profession, but dependable and trustworthy with their delegations. Their ranks serves as something of a pseudo-apprenticeship; they are more direct with their approaches to work ethic and the usage of their skills, and may choose to assist Mid Echelon members in discerning their own trajectories with vocations. Las Antorchas are intimately familiar with the culture and colloquialisms of the Gang, and are expected to help uphold Ashen customs. |
6. Mid Echelon
6.1 Las Piras
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» Established Class |
Las Piras are at the top of their tier in the hierarchy, established in their standing by their work ethic and reputable conduct within the Gang’s culture. They act somewhat as a figurehead amongst the Mid Echelon, providing a point of contact for delegation and instruction, and are given authority over others in their Echelon. |
➵ Las Piras (The Pyres) |
More refined than their counterparts within the Mid Echelon, Las Piras often serve as a mouthpiece on the conduct and action of Los Inciendos and Las Brasas as a whole. Thanks to their commitment to the Gang and its continued flourishing and functionality, they offer guidance to those stationed below them and offer suggestion to those above – as their judgement is deemed reliable, however, expressions should be well-constructed and thought out. If the result thereafter sours, it can reflect badly on the individual’s decision-making and deductive skill. Las Piras lack the jurisdiction to punish lower ranks, however, vouching (or condemning) other members may result in aiding (or damaging!) reputations - but they must exercise this trust and ability carefully, as excessive pull and calls to action from higher ranking individuals may backfire on the individual for excessively flexing their rank. |
6.2 Los Inciendos
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» Trusted Class |
Los Inciendos are a cut above Las Brasas – often they are intrepid, self-starting, and reliable. They may or may not have begun their trajectory towards refining their skills, but their willingness and intuition towards culture and contribution set them aside as intrepid and ardent, making them invaluable towards the function of the Gang as a whole. |
➵ Los Inciendos (The Fires) |
Trusted for their brazen ethic and staunch loyalty, Los Inciendos are hardworking and disciplined and quick to jump into tasks delegated to them from the Upper Echelon. These Ashen have proven their mettle and cut their teeth against the culture and practices of the Gang at large, but have not yet been tempered towards refinement. They are prime candidates in the eyes of Syndicates and Free Companies, who may look to poach them to join their chapters. Los Inciendos are able to direct their efforts towards Syndicates at their rank and begin bolstering their reputation within the Gang. |
6.3 Las Brasas
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» Standard Class |
The core of the Gang, Las Brasas members encompass the standard denizens of Del Cenere. They have not yet begun to pursue vocations or hone their craft, but are not without expectation – when higher ranked individuals have need of additional hands, the Las Brasas must rise to answer the call for assistance. |
➵ Las Brasas (The Embers) |
Yet to take direction and follow the direct vocations that would otherwise exalt them into the higher ranks, Las Brasas Ashen are valued for their potential. Still regarded as clean slates, they are assets to the community, if pressured to bend to the pressure of the ambitions of their superiors. They are encouraged to being pursuing direction with their occupations, potential syndicates, or free companies in order to continue to prove their mettle, or otherwise assist the Gang in Projects or engagements, lest they be perceived as freeloaders or have their loyalty brought into question. Las Brasas members are permitted more freedoms than Lower Echelon members, and may escort them around territory or abroad. They are also permitted access to Del Cenere's residencies and are allowed to hold occupations. Chispa must have a Bautizo to rank into Las Brasas upon maturation. |
6.4 Age-Restricted Ranks
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» Fumar Rank Requirements |
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» Young and Old Ranks |
Fresh born blood, and advanced age Ashen fall within the ranks of the Chispa and the Fumar. These Del Cenerens, while they may not hold bearing by contribution’s sake, are still highly valued for the continuation of the future, and the preservation of legacy. |
➵ Chispa (Spark) |
The freshest generations of the Gang, the Chispa are all pups and adolescents born within Del Cenere’s borders under one year of age. As they learn to navigate the culture and laws of Del Cenere, and learn of the complicated world abroad, they are free of the yoke of expectation involving things like tithe and official tasks like occupations, but curiosities and interests in vocations are encouraged and fostered so that they may flourish. Young Ashen born abroad, or offspring to the Rey Salvaje, unfortunately, are exempted from the role of Chispa and their Bautizos, and must learn the ways of the Ashen quickly. |
➵ Fumar (Smoke) |
The Fumar serve as the retirement rank of Del Cenere, and have entered their twilight years. While they may no longer hold occupations, their life experiences and in-depth knowledge are highly sought after and respected among the Ashen. Their lives have been long and winding, and the Fumar have long since earned the rest, relaxation, and ability to command other Ashen for assistance and care. The only occupation they may still hold is that of the Entranador to serve as a mentor for whatever craft they had conducted in their prime. Del Cenerens who end up crippled or incapacitated in service to Del Cenere may be prematurely retired into the Fumar rank to preserve their dignity. |
7. Lower Echelon
7.1 Encender
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» Recruit Class |
Fresh blood within Del Cenere – these are the untested Outsiders that seek to join the Gang’s ranks. The Encender are promising, but have yet to cut their teeth and prove their worth to the Ashen on the whole, and must test their mettle through a restrictive probationary period. |
➵ Encender (Kindling) |
The Encender are all fresh recruits to the society of Del Cenere. These are newly joined individuals from the Outside, Palisade-born natives, or Chispa who declined their Bautizo. While their reception is generally milder as time has gone on, context as to where these individuals came from may color the outlook on them – individuals without coyote blood, or those with middling wolf content may be regarded with more suspicion than most other Encender members. They are restricted in their movements through Del Cenere or abroad, must have escort when traversing outside of Charmingtown’s borders until their probationary period is up, and are unable to hold Occupations or possess housing outside of the Trailside Inn until they rank up into Las Brasas. |
7.2 Sin Luz
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» Pariah Class |
The Sin Luz are the social pariahs, the outcasts, those which have proven that they are not trustworthy, or are otherwise dangerous or unworthy of the acceptance of Del Cenere's society. However - that is not to say that they are beyond redemption - Sin Luz are permitted to exist within the gang, after all, rather than face harsher punishments of exile or execution. Should they prove themselves, should they be exemplary, there may yet be a chance to save their name and their honor. |
➵ Sin Luz (Without Light) |
The Sin Luz are the forsaken members of Del Cenere’s society, having landed themselves into the lower dredges of the community for unwelcome behaviors, transgressions against fellow Ashen, or otherwise having landed themselves into hot water. The Sin Luz are stripped of all rank, any housing, and any standing – but they are not beyond reprogramming and assimilation into ranks. Rather than exile these individuals – there was something of value seen in them that is still prevalent enough that, perhaps in due time, these individuals may yet be (re)introduced back into Del Cenere’s culture. The Sin Luz are prohibited from leaving Ganglands without supervision, and must stay within the confines of Charmingtown, much like the Encender. Continued disregard of the Gang’s rules, culture, ideals, hierarchy or otherwise will result in further punitive action. |
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