Leadership RanksLeader, also known as: the Boss, Head Honcho, CommanderCurrent Amount: 1/1The Leader of the herd is typically a more senior member, but this isn’t always true. The only way to become the leader is to defeat the past leader in a fight of the past leader’s choosing. It ranges from death matches, K.O. matches, to nonviolent challenges like chess or even dancing. The only requirement is that the challenger wins whatever the contest set by the leader is. The Leader manages the herd, bounties, group crime, and complex business interactions (regarding things such as taverns and shops).
Second-in-Command RanksThese roles report directly to the Leader and take orders from no one else. At least one of each of these roles (other than Underboss) is responsible for the aquatic and aviation divisions for mer and pegasi members of the herd.
Jr. Leader, also known as the Boss’ Pet, LackeyCurrent Amount: 0/1The Jr, Leader is the second-in-command, the face of herd. They handle all of the important affairs the Leader doesn’t want to, such as commanding the other high-ranking members of the herd. However, being the Jr. Leader does not guarantee a promotion to Leader. Typically, an Jr. Leader stays a Jr. Leader for the rest of their life. Sometimes, the position inspires some envy and hatred, due to the proximity of the Leader and the sense of favoritism,
Tactician, also known as Strategist, SpyCurrent Amount: 0/???The main brains of the operation, Tacticians do just that—create tactics. They make plans for large crimes and movements of crime, organize punishment and inter-herd disputes between members. Tacticians MUST be a Scribe before rising to this rank, otherwise they are unqualified. When high-level and more trustworthy spies are needed, they are pulled from the existing Tacticians.
Fighter, also known as SoldierCurrent Amount: 0/???Fighters follow through with the plans made by Advisors. This includes punishment and large-scale crime. They lead operations and assign tasks to assassins and mercenaries, as well as being responsible for overall herd protection and guarding. Soldiers typically run the mercenary and assassin’s guild that the herd’s a part of, making sure the members move smoothly and efficiently.
Intermediary RanksThese ranks take orders from the Seconds-in-Command and occasionally the Leader themselves. At least two of each of these roles are responsible for the aquatic and aviation divisions for mer and pegasi members of the herd.
Scribe, also known as Scroll-PusherCurrent Amount: 0/???These low-level members are responsible for all paperwork, so to speak. Scribes do all of the secret heavy lifting including liaison duties, paperwork, organization, and funding distribution. Without Scribes, the herd would fall apart.
Guild Assassin/Mercenary, also known as HitmanCurrent Amount: 0/???These are the stronger assassins and mercenaries that are officially recognized in their skill by the herd and the Soldiers. They are able to commit riskier crimes and are used for higher-level raids and crime. They also get their first pick of bounties and jobs from the Soldiers.
Membership RanksThese are your average, run-of-the-mill members. They fall into these categories. These also apply to the aquatic and aviation divisions for mer and pegasi members of the herd.
Normal Assassin/MercenaryUnlimited AmountA member who prefers to take on hitman jobs. They murder regularly and are very stealthy.
CraftsmanUnlimited AmountAny member who specializes in craftsmanship. This includes those who work for the herd shops, metallurgies (for weapons), construction, etc. They may or may not have committed any true crimes, but they are willing to, and are definitely accomplices to it.
ThiefUnlimited AmountAs self-explanatory as it is, a thief is any member who prefers thievery as their job. They steal money, items, and even in rare cases other creatures, to benefit the herd. Thieves are also often informants as they are the trickiest and most sly.
Melting PotUnlimited AmountAny member who doesn’t fit any other category is called a Melting Pot. Perhaps they dabble in everything as they please, were just born into the herd, or a newbie. They could even dabble in medicine for the herd, though this is rare.
If you have any suggestions for ranks or jobs for your taur, please come to me personally. I’m always open to suggestions!