Folian S'pae: Hierarchy

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As is to be expected for a deity that advocates living in packs like wolves, the structure of the church is also that of individual wolf packs. All packs respect one another but are in principle independent. The hierarchy within a pack is highly similar to that of a wolf pack as well.

Prime Pair

The Prime Pair are the respective female and male leaders of a group headed by followers of Folian. Each of these two roles has an equal standing but with unique roles. The Prime Pair are not leaders in the normal sense of the word; they don't give orders to others but instead have the most freedom to wander the lands. Thus, when spotting a wandering Folianite, chances are that they are quite high in the hierarchy and are one of the two in a pair. Otherwise it is likely to be simply a member of a pack bordering their home grounds and not traveling far from it.

The Prime Male is entrusted with matters of the hunt. They scout their territories and often go beyond them to know where their food lives. Their role is to make sure there is always sustenance, but it also involves a greater wisdom of making sure the other creatures of their hunting grounds are well kept in their roles. They will often protect their prey from outside elements and take into great consideration not preying on pregnant or strong counterparts of their opposition, instead opting for the weaker ones so that they are weeded out from the cycle.

The Prime Female is in charge of exploring for places that can support living. They look for locations that can support life with the passing of the seasons and often wander very far from the pack. It is because of them that the group survives or dies. Thus, their responsibility is often seen as greater than their male counterparts. Most Prime Females are stealthy creatures that can glide through forests completely unseen and are encouraged to do so because, in case they enter hostile territories, they lack the support of the pack.

One of the notorious Prime Pairs known throughout most of the faith make their home on Voltrex. Plus, despite the continental division, their names are heard in many places outside the elven heaven.

Threlion Lytahl is a mahogany-skinned wood elf nearing his third century who leads the community above the Iansalan. Threlion carries himself with a determined step and protects the forests where his people live with an adamant resilience. His mood depends entirely on who he deals with, and it can shift from that of a benevolent healer one moment to that of a fierce combatant the next. He carries with him the Wolf Blade, an heirloom of his family that was shaped and sharpened from the femur bone of an ancient dire wolf, and it has survived many generations. Threlion has been known for often conflicting with the Sadinian cousins that neighbor his territories and has been heard to say ills of elven isolation.

Zeariella Saerid is a lithe and petite wood elven druid that wanders the Voltrexian continent as a Prime Female of the Ulan dwellers. Her shape is inconstant and she uses this to her advantage' entering all territories that might be barred from her natural form. Zeariella is an odd individual. She fulfills her role as protector of the elven homes by watching for changes in the weather and any potential threats that may come to the continent. She only speaks to her wolf companion, Craisol. She never addresses anyone else unless it is through her friend. She hears the messages from beyond through the trees and some claim to have heard musings in response from far distant lands bearing her wisdom.

Shortstriders

The more localized clergy of the Longstrider fall within the ranks of Shortstriders. Their role is to administer all the goods and care to their community. They learn not only of the healing arts but flourish in the tending of fields and the forest. Shortstriders have a tendency to be sedentary; however, this does not make them idle. In fact, the protection of their settlements is given to them. In wood elven villages, the role of guardians and border patrols exclusively falls on the Shortstriders'making this the most diverse step on the hierarchy of the Folian S'pae church.

Pup

The youngest members of the Folian church are called Pups. Still learning many of the ways of their people, the Pup is the helper of a pack. They make sure those older than them are fully supplied with any tools they might need. Improvisation and a quick mind are rewarded so long as they do not place the Pup or the group in danger. Their eagerness is, at times, leashed by their elders for reasons they do not understand most of the time. Pups are told to observe and learn seeing that one day they will care for the group themselves. Yet, they are protected more than anyone in the pack simply because they represent the future of the faith.

Lone Wolf

Not all followers of Folian S'pae are blessed with a family built to protect them, and they endure any threat both natural and created by outside forces. There are those who adhere to the beliefs of the Longstrider yet prefer a life of solitude. Moving from one natural environment to another to protect the creatures of nature and act as shepherds of the wild, these Lone Wolves are often seen patrolling the edges of their homes. A Lone Wolf is not particularly frowned upon, but they should never be depended upon for long periods of time. After all, it is not known when they will take to a road to continue their path upon Folian's way.