The Pride Premier

[Mercy]

Glad you like it! Can you read everything?? Sorry the rest of this isn't great lol I'm tired.

Also just for reference:

Mt. Haides-Primary spy outpost. Enslaved flocks of birds live here and come and go with information
Mt. Deo-Noble families of the premier pride live here, cubs are educated in premier pride ways
Mt. Jakira-Advisors, strategists, magistrates, and jurists live here and constantly analyze policies and punishments here
Mt. Rukor- Home of the imperial family and their chief advisors and imperial slaves
Mt. Kotori- Graveyard of the pride premier
Mt. Amun-Headquartrs for military officials, generals, and warriors of the pride premier. Generals train here, punishments are carried out, torture is used *wink wink*

Mt. Du'an (The Tombs of the Premier)- Burial grounds of the royal family. Empress Solongo is buried here.
Life Spring-Supposed 'holy water' of the pride premier. Alleged to bless lions and lionesses. Ghosts have been rumored here.

North Savannah- Relatively unknown/unexplored land. Potential prides to take over?

Vartan slave pride- Suffers the most under harsh conditions and rule. Lions governing this pride are usually the most cruel. Slaves can be sent here as punishment and most die relatively quickly. Has a reputation for convicts and evil slaves.

Jocasta slave pride- Also suffers a lot. Largest slave pride. Herds are leaving territory.

Haides slave pride- Relatively ok treatment wise. Herds are still in territory.

Rukor slave pride- Best out of slave prides in terms of food but cats in this pride are at risk for cruel treatment since they are so close to royal family and pride dens.

[Mercy]

Also, TL made us a board but I'm going to refrain from posting in it until I have really finished my planning for the rp. Hope you guys don't mind! If you have any questions, comments, or concerns about the rp don't hesitate to post here or pm me! We'll probably be able to get started soon but it could be a week. (I have a super busy week coming up)

Do you guys think The Pride Premier or Premier Pride sounds better? I know they're sorta interchangeable...

[Kirsui]

I think Pride Premier sounds better than Premier Pride. There's a nice ring to it when its written that way around as opposed to the word "pride" coming after said pride's name.

Also, nice map there! I think Lumiar would be in either Haides or Rukor, though Jocasta sounds like a pretty interesting starting point too. xD I guess we shall see where she will end up when the RP actually starts.

Mwezi clearly has settled to Mt. Haides with the back-story I made for her. Yay for bird spies! XD


That reminds me, as I was writing Mwezi's history for this RP yesterday, it occurred to me that it'd be cool to have some bird NPCs in the RP too. Would it be ok if I thought up a few to start with? I guess Mwezi would be interacting with them quite a bit if she is working as a lesser spymaster.

[Leto]

I agree with Kirsui on the name

I plan on putting Na'hina into Rukor, considering it's close to the Mt. Kotori graveyard which holds a special place for her ^^'

Though I think I'll have her be semi-nomadic in that she's not directly bound to one pride but moves between them at the whim of the overseers.

[Mercy]

Because I couldn't wait any longer and really wanted opinions on the potential theme song for this RP: Belfast Child - Sydney Wayser / Mission to the Unknown - Audiomachine
What do you guys think? I'm torn but I really do like the first song lol.

Ok! The Pride Premier it is then.

I would be absolutely fine with bird NPCs Kir! I was planning to make some myself lol. X3

And Leto there are actually two graveyards in Rukor territory although the one on Mt. Kotori is for deceased members of the Pride Premier only. It's fine for Na'hina to like that one, I just wanted to make sure you knew that the other existed as well. ^-^ Also, the slaves usually don't shift territories a lot unless they cause a disturbance or as some part of punishment... I guess she could be rotated with other members of the pride as a result of the overseers though.

[Leto]

Well I've worked out something for her with Zor c:

As for the music I like the second one ^^

[Mercy]

Slave Pride/Flock Laws as dictated by the Emperor Exalted; Supreme Sovereign of the Pride Premier:

1.) Slaves may not kill other slaves.
Any slave that kills another, no matter their position, be they cub or adult, bird or beast, will be killed. Terminal slaves are permitted to kill each other only when given authorization by a Pride Premier official and only when witnessed by six or more Pride Premier members.

2.) Any slave that develops powers will be put to death.
Any slave that develops powers, be they cub or adult, bird or beast, driver or imperial slave, will be put to death. Slave lions are encouraged to monitor those around them and report directly to a Pride Premier member if they suspect any of their fellows to have or be developing powers or abilities of any sort. Slaves who report such developments will be greatly rewarded.

3.) Orders from slave masters, centurions, or any other member of the Pride Premier are to be followed at all times.
Any slave who fails to follow an order will be tortured in Mt. Amun. Slaves can be killed for failing to follow orders if a Pride Premier member so desires.

4.) Rebellion of any sort is prohibited.
Slaves that attempt to attack any member of the Pride Premier will be sent to Mt. Amun for torture. Slaves caught engaging in rebellious activity such as mocking Pride Premier members, threatening Pride Premier members, or trickery of any kind will be beaten by their centurion.

5.) Runaway slaves will be returned to their centurions or masters, scarred publicly, and then escorted to the Vartan Desert.
Slaves that attempt to flee the Pride Premier's empire will be returned to their respective pride, reported to their centurion or master, and then bear the scar mark on each cheek (they will then bear one scar going from right eye to right muzzle, and one scar going from left eye to left muzzle). Scarred slave lions will be known as the Caitiff Scarred, and will serve in the Vartan Desert for as long as their master or centurion sees fit.

Slaves from the slave flock will be killed and eaten.

6.) Slaves caught in acts of subterfuge will be beaten publicly and then starved for three days, unless a lesser punishment is decided by their master. Centurions are required to carry out this punishment. Spymasters must simply claw their slaves.
Slaves caught in fraud, lying, cheating their workload, being deceitful, or in any other terms of false pretense will be beaten and then starved for three days unless a lesser punishment is decreed by their master.

7.) Slave cubs may stay in the slave cub den up until adolescence. Upon reaching adolescence, lions must move to the main slave pride den. Cubs who do not leave will be punished as their centurion or spymaster sees fit.
Nursing mothers and mothers of young cubs may stay in the cub den up until their cub is old enough to eat meat. Mothers and cubs who refuse to leave the cub den will be punished as their centurion decrees.

Slave chicks are allowed to remain in their nests until they can fly. 

8.) Fathers and mothers of slave cubs/chicks who try to hide their cubs/chicks or their powers will be sent to the Vartan Slave Pride.
If a slave mother or father is caught hiding cubs or their powers will immediately be sent to the Vartan Slave pride.
If a slave mother or father is caught hiding chicks or their powers they will be sent to the Vartan Slave Pride.

9.) Any slave caught committing treason, cowardice in battle, or meeting with members of other prides will be tortured unless a lesser punishment is decreed.
Slaves caught committing treason, cowardice in battle, or meeting with members of other prides will be tortured unless a lesser punishment is decreed by their master or centurion.

10.) Slave pride members are forbidden from touching a Pride Premier member unless permission has been given. This is only for members of the slave pride, not the slave flock.
Slaves that touch a Pride Premier member are considered offensive and can be struck by the offended Pride Premier member if they so desire.

So shall it be proclaimed, so shall it be done, by order of the Emperor Exalted; Supreme Sovereign of the Pride Premier

[Mercy]

Slave Pride Ranks (From highest to lowest)

1.) Imperial Slaves
These slaves usually serve the Imperial Family and the noble families of the Pride Premier. They most commonly serve these Premier members by grooming them, fetching them food, delivering messages, helping with the cubs, and cleaning their dens. They are usually proud of their positions and fear falling to lower positions in the slave prides.

2.) Upper Slaves
These slaves usually serve as the personal slaves of the Pride Premier's magistrates, consuls, generals, greater spymasters, centurions, commanders, and praetors. They most commonly serve these Premier members by grooming them, fetching them food, serving as their personal assistant, cleaning their dens, traveling with them, and serving as their personal spies. Most of the time these slaves are mute or have some other handicap so that they cannot repeat information they overhear. Like the Imperial Slaves these slaves fear falling into lower positions in the slave prides.

3.) Slave Drivers
There are usually two-three slave drivers in every slave pride. These slave drivers receive better treatment from the Pride Premier and the potential to move to a higher rank in reward for spying and monitoring their fellows. They are usually the first of the slaves to get food and other rewards. They are usually hated by the rest of the slaves in their pride. The slave drivers lead the slave pride on hunts and report any incidents to the slave pride centurion.

3.) Domestic Slaves
These are all the slaves in the slave prides, from cub to elder. Forced to hunt for the Premier Pride, these lions are forced to eat less than their fill, and must drag food back to the noble families or military outposts nearest them. They hope to ascend to higher slave ranks but the outlook isn't likely. They are usually lead by a slave driver; one of their own who reports to the Pride Premier's warriors and centurions.

4.) Caitiff Scarred
These are domestic slaves that have attempted to escape the Premier Pride Empire and have failed to do so. They bear scars across their right and left cheeks and are usually abandoned by their peers who mourn and pity them. They are usually feared by their fellows and are ignored. Premier Pride members hate them with a passion. Caitiff Scarred have no hope of rising in slave ranks and most would rather kill a slave than become a Caitiff Scarred. Caitiff Scarred are sent to the Vartan Desert pride where they usually spend the rest of their days.

5.) Terminal Slaves
These are slaves who have been arranged to fight to the death for the Pride Premier's amusement. They are found primarily in the Vartan Slave Pride and are usually kept separate from other members of the pride.

6.) Vartan Slave Pride
The lowest of the low, these slaves look more like evil corpses than lions. These lions are worked to death on purpose, and are sent scouring the land for food that simply doesn't exist while the Pride Premier watches from afar. They are also forced to fight each other to the death sometimes in oases while the Pride Premier watches in sport. They are forced to bury their dead in graves across the desert but most die on the trip there. This pride is primarily made up of convicts, rebels, terminal slaves, and Caitiff Scarred. Most consider themselves cursed if they survive for more than two months in this pride.

[Mercy]

Slave Flock Ranks (From Highest to Lowest)

1.) High Wings
These members of the slave flock serve the greater spymasters and commanders of the slave flock. They fly during the day and are extremely proud of their positions. They are usually birds of prey such as ravens, crows, and eagles. They usually fly alone but are sometimes seen in flocks. They are very fierce and loyal to their masters.

2.) Low Wings
These members of the slave flock serve the lesser spymasters and fly during the night. They are usually owls and nighthawks. These spies usually patrol the slave prides at night and it is rare to see more than three together at a time. They are very intelligent spies. These birds have been disappearing the most.

3.) Bright Wings
These members of the slave flock fly out only during the day. They are usually small sparrows or chickadees and their information is most of the times at risk for being inaccurate.

[Leto]

I would recommend the Low wings to be owls rather than ravens and crows who typically have pretty poor nightvision. Just a hint c: The High wings can be the raven, crows, maybe eagles etc.

Just suggestion ^^'

[Mercy]

Okay. So. I made a list of laws for the slave prides/flock and a hierarchy for the slave pride/flock.

I'm planning on also making a small list of customs for the slave pride/pride premier and a hierarchy for the pride premier. Then I was planning on doing a more detailed description of the map and editing the actual map a bit. Then I was going to make NPCs. And then...I think we'll be ready to start.

I hope all of these rules and hierarchies don't scare anyone off. I hope they aren't too complicated. I still really want to do this RP but I'd love to have it all nicely planned out. If any of this sounds like bunnying to anyone PLEASE LET ME KNOW and I will be more than happy to delete some things or make changes to things in place. Of course when I actually create threads in our board all of the laws, hierarchies, and customs will go in the references section. I also plan to make a section for the map and map description.

I'd love everyone's feedback on this stuff because this is my first real RP that I'm actually creating, and I want us all to have a good time and enjoy ourselves. So please don't hesitate to tell me what you think.

Much thanks to Leto and his suggestions lol.

[Kirsui]

Ohhh nice rules and ranks and all there! I'll decide Lumiar's slave rank later on when I'm back home and have time. x)

EDIT: So I read all the descriptions etc with more detail now. I think I have a few ideas for some NPCs, especially for the bird flocks. xD

As for Lumiar's slave rank... I'm contemplating between domestic and upper slave. She'd do pretty well as the latter, considering she's physically unable to speak. I find the thought of her having somehow risen that high while managing to keep her abilities a secret rather amusing. xD Then again, I'd like for her to start lower and see if she could rise higher in rank through roleplay.

Hmm yes, I'll decide later, but I'm more inclined towards domestic now that I think about it.

[Moonbacon]

Dayum well isn't this a dark roleplay? i love it.

I've been looking to do a lion king roleplay for a long time now and this is perfect plus i've been planning to make completely new characters anyway.

[Mercy]

Moon I thank you for your offer to join, but I'm not sure if our RP styles would match up on this.

This RP would be very serious and will require members to make posts that are not only grammatically correct, but are also rather long and well thought out. I don't think our styles would match up well in this particular RP and this would make it harder for me and others to reply and set up something that all of us would enjoy. I hope you don't mind. Again, I thank you for taking an interest in this RP!

On the other hand, you are welcome to reply to our private RP Racing the Tide (Private Astraia and Moonbacon)! I've been waiting for you to reply for awhile, but I just assumed you were busy.

[Mercy]

Slave Pride/Flock Customs

These are the general customs for all slaves of the Rukor, Jocasta, Vartan and Haides slave prides. Similar customs abide for the slave flock.

Regarding the birth of a cub/hatching of a chick:
When a cub is born the slave driver will report the birth(s) to the centurion who is currently securing the pride. The parents can choose whether to formally name the cub(s) directly after the birth or after it has survived it's first few days/weeks alive. Most parents choose to formally name their cub(s) after a week or two have passed since most cub(s) die within their first few days after being born. After one month in the cub den, the living cub(s) must be brought to their current centurion/master to be presented.

When a slave chick hatches their mother or father must inform their current spymaster.

Regarding the sick and injured:
Sick or injured slave lions must inform their centurion/master of their weakness and may seek help from the pride healer (usually just a domestic slave with an unusual knowledge of herb remedies). They are allowed to take time off to recover but if they fail to heal with the aid of a healer they are usually sent to the Vartan slave pride. The same goes for members of the slave flock.

Regarding the death of a pride/flock member:
Mourning of the deceased may take place for one day. The deceased's immediate family may be relieved of duties during this time if acceptable to their centurion/master. The deceased will then be taken to the slave pride graveyard or buried in their place of death. The same goes for members of the slave flocks.

Regarding the hunt:
The slave driver leads the hunt, followed by the advanced hunters/huntresses, then the amateur hunters/huntresses, and then the adolescents close the hunting party. After a kill has been made the hunting party must drag the prey back to the pride den or carrying chunks of the kill back home. The centurion will then have some slaves take the choice parts of the kill back to the homelands of the Pride Premier or to military outposts nearby. The centurion will then choose a small part of the kill for himself and then leave the rest of the pride to the leftovers.

The slave flock is allowed to hunt wherever and whenever they so choose, but they must take part of their kill back to The Roost.

Regarding lovers in the pride/flock:
Mates are required to tell their centurion/master who they're partners are. The same goes for members of the slave flock.

Regarding healers:
Lions/birds in the slave prides/flocks who have any sort of skill with herbs and medicine may become healers and are not required to go on hunts. They may take on an apprentice if they so choose. 

[Mercy]

Checklist:
1) Slave Pride/Flock Laws
2) Slave Pride Ranks
3) Slave Flock Ranks
4) Slave Pride/Flock Customs
6) Pride Premier Ranks
7) Pride Premier Customs
8) Map Description
9) Edit Map picture
10) NPCs

[Moonbacon]

Feb 3, 2015 22:42:07 GMT Mercy said:

Moon I thank you for your offer to join, but I'm not sure if our RP styles would match up on this.

This RP would be very serious and will require members to make posts that are not only grammatically correct, but are also rather long and well thought out. I don't think our styles would match up well in this particular RP and this would make it harder for me and others to reply and set up something that all of us would enjoy. I hope you don't mind. Again, I thank you for taking an interest in this RP!

On the other hand, you are welcome to reply to our private RP Racing the Tide (Private Astraia and Moonbacon)! I've been waiting for you to reply for awhile, but I just assumed you were busy.

Aw come on will this got damn happen every time i try to join a cool roleplay like this? stop judging my writing from 2014 got darnit. I'm not stupid when it comes to making well thought out and detailed posts -.-.


Edit: To clear things up telling me i can't make "long well thought post" makes me feel like you people are treating me like some kind of mentally handicapped 8 year old. I'm not stupid i can make long detailed posts maybe not over 8 paragraphs or something depending on how many characters i'm playing, the only thing that is wrong is my grammar which i would assume you guys can understand well. You guys aren't turning this into a freaking tv series or comic, even then i don't see why having perfect grammar is absolutely required because you people don't have perfect grammar too.

I really like roleplay like this, especially if they're dark and stuff i'm a bit sick of seeing up beat, almost always slice of life roleplays that i see most of the time here (the same case with some if not most of the 1x1's i see here). I want a dark and mature (No not the sexy kind of mature ) roleplay for once but i swear people treat me as if i will vomit at the first sight of blood or wont understand it.

[Ruby_Fehu]

Moon, it isn't quite like that. From looking at past posts you have a tendency to post a couple of lines only. For big role-play's like this we have to average at least 300 words per post. If you can prove that you can do that between now and when the role-play begins, then maybe Astraia will reconsider.

You say grammar isn't important, you may not realise, but it is. Speaking as an English Literature student, it's all about the grammar. Yes we don't have perfect grammar either, however we have it so it is understandable. Speaking as staff, a member and friend of members, some of the people in this RP (not singling anyone out) speak English as a second language or may not be strong when it comes to reading (dyslexic people for example)  and the grammar helps them to understand. And to be honest, I apologise but I can understand why. Sometimes it's quite difficult to understand your posts. Now I'm not singling you out here, there are a number of people on the forum who post rather weakly too and so they'd be told no too.

Also, as this is Astraia's role-play,  she has every right to turn people down.
Good spelling and grammar is crucial and not many people realise that. As well, this RP too, has about 6 participants. A majority average at about six to seven members per role-play as it is easier to keep it controlled (rules),  have it easier to follow the plot line and even have mini storylines within which gives the role play potential and a chance to expand.

You're in no means being singled out but sometimes members do get rejected. I got rejected for a role-play myself and it sucked but looking over it now it turned out it wasn't actually for me and I joined a main role play that I enjoy greatly.

Another thing Moon, and again I'm not singling you out, other members on the forum do it as well being in a main role play needs dedication and attentiveness, you can't suddenly decide you're bored or impatient. To be in a successful role-play you have to be the opposite of both of them.

On a grammatical note myself, I apologise if I have any super obscure spelling (ex:the variation of the word RP) errors but I'm on my phone and the predictive text can be a nightmare. I do keep checking but sometimes they slip past me. 

[This Land]

Erin has said pretty much what i wanted to say.

Some people put alot of effort into these roleplays and want good quality posts, or members they feel right for the roleplay, that's why the RP creator has the power to choose. There are times when roleplays are created which are less in-depth which then allow a larger variety of members to role play in.

I myself would love to join "War for Surra" and "The Pride Premier", i really would.... but i choose not to. You know why ? Because i myself admit i am not the best role player on here on this forum and i feel i wont be able to do good quality posts like other people do and i feel i would ruin it. So i don't join out of respect.

Also i know you are upset but there is no need to have constantly sounded aggressive/imtimidating, that will just (and most likley has) put people off accepting you in the future.

[Mercy]

Moon I'm sorry I've upset you. I don't really have anything else to say that Ruby and This Land haven't already said and I would prefer not to argue about this. I'm just going to repeat that I appreciate your interest in the RP and if you want you can reply to our old private RP.

[Mercy]

Pride Premier Ranks (Highest to lowest)

Some ranks have the same number meaning they are considered equal in terms of rank, power, and influence. This will probably be edited.

1.) Emperor/Empress Exalted
The leader of the Pride Premier, the Emperor/Empress Exalted controls the entire pride by issuing laws, executive commands, and serving as the figurehead of the pride. There have been many Emperor/Empress Exalteds over the years, some crueler and some kinder than others. The Emperor/Empress Exalted lives at the top of Mt. Rukor in the great cave Elmas.

2.) Imperial Family
The mate and heirs to the throne of the Pride Premier are the second in line to the throne of the Pride Premier. The highest of the noble families, the imperial family is treated with the utmost respect and lives near Elmas at the top of Mt. Rukor. If the Emperor/Empress Exalted dies, one of the imperial heirs will ascend the throne. The imperial heirs are trained by masters of battle, foreign affairs, leadership, and territory control in their cubhood/adolescence, and their adulthood can be spent in a specialty area such as spymaster on Mt. Haides, advisor/magistrate on Mt. Jakira, or military general on Mt. Amun. The imperial Emperor/Empress of the Pride Premier assists the Emperor/Empress Exalted in their commands and council. The imperial mate is usually found with the other noble families in the lower regions of Mt. Rukor.

3.) Noble Families
Noble families live a life of leisure. They an pursue many different careers in the Pride Premier or simply live their lives in luxury.

4.) Magistrate
These members of the Pride Premier help advise and council the Emperor Exalted in his plans and policies. They can be found on Mt. Jakira and Mt. Rukor. Most must spend many years being educated by praetors on Mt. Deo.

4.) General
General of the Pride Premier control military outposts, raid new territories, control the slave prides, and conquer new prides. They usually begin service as a warrior/guard on Mt. Amun, then serve as centurion, commander, and then achieve the rank of general. They meet with the spymasters and Commander of the Flock on Mt. Haides to develop battle tactics and strategies.

4.) Commander of Flocks
The leader of the spymasters and slave flock on Mt. Haides, the Commander of the Flock controls spy missions, executions, and spy monitoring practices. They usually begin as lesser spymasters, then become greater spymasters, and can then be appointed as Commander of Flocks. The Commander of Flocks will meet with the generals on Mt. Amun to collaborate on raids, battles, slave recovery, and tactics.

5.) Consul
Consuls work on Mt. Deo, Mt. Jakira, and Mt. Rukor and work with magistrates, generals, the Commander of Flocks, and the Emperor Exalted by providing feedback on life in the slave prides, food shortages, droughts, and other concerns. They usually travel wherever they want and send reports back to the Emperor Exalted.

5.) Commander
Most commanders are found in Mt. Amun training warriors, centurions, and guards. They usually report back to their generals on the progress of their trainees and will then send them to their assignments in a certain pride. Commanders will sometimes go on secret patrols around military outposts to make sure guards, warriors, and centurions are following their orders.

5.) Greater Spymaster
Greater spymasters work on Mt. Haides and are usually in control of a flock of about seven birds. They help monitor the slave flocks and help the Commander of Flocks plan actions based on spy reports. They also make reports on lesser spymasters to the Commander of Flocks.

6.) Praetor
Praetors serve as educators on Mt. Deo and teach cubs and adolescents the ways of the Pride Premier. They usually come from a variety of backgrounds and careers. They help cubs and adolescents choose their future careers.

6.) Centurion
Centurions are the primary guardians, leaders, and executors of the slave prides. There is usually one per pride but there can be more. Centurions pass orders from generals and other high ranking officials on to the slave prides and make sure those orders are carried out. Centurions are usually responsible for claiming slaves as Caitiff Scarred and killing slaves.

6.) Lesser Spymaster
Lesser spymasters work on Mt. Haides and are in control of a flock of about three to five birds. They help monitor the slave prides and work on small spy missions. They help report information to the greater spymasters and Commander of Flocks.

6.) Warriors/Guards
Warriors and guards are trained in Mt. Amun and rotate around the slave prides military outposts. They help the centurions keep control over the slaves prides and prevent slaves from running away. They also stop other prides from attacking. They can also serve as troops in battle.

[Zorayda]

Oooh. I'm thinking Nafsi would be a Consul, and Haraka would be a Domestic slave. Excellent job on making all these, by the way!

[Leto]

These are great Although the use the Roman terms intermingled with more common ones is a little confusing; as a real life Consul and Praetor were not what they are depicted as here XD

@zor: If Nafsi is a Consul, I'll assume Na'hina would follow him around lol

[Mercy]

Pride Premier Customs

Regarding the death of the Emperor/Empress Exalted:
When the Emperor/Empress Exalted passes away, the entire empire shall go into a three day period of mourning. The body of the Emperor/Empress Exalted will be taken to Mt. Du'an and will be buried in The Tombs of the Premierby the imperial family, and the Emperor's closest magistrates, generals, and the Commander of the Flocks.

Regarding the ascension of the Emperor/Empress Exalted:
After the burial of the Emperor/Empress Exalted, the imperial heirs will begin to concern themselves with the ascension to the throne of the Pride Premier. Should only one heir be present, that heir will ascend the throne. If there is more than one heir, the preceding Emperors magistrates, consuls, generals, and the Commander of Flocks will meet for one week to decide on the most viable heir. Should there be no heirs, the preceding Emperor's magistrates, consuls, generals, and the Commander of Flocks will meet and vote on the most viable one amongst them. When an heir has been determined, approximately two weeks after the death of the Emperor/Empress Exalted, the heir shall ascend Mt. Rukor and take up residence in Elmas.

Regarding the mate of the Emperor/Empress Exalted:
When the Emperor/Empress Exalted takes a mate, the mate will be recognized by the Emperor/Empress Exalted's magistrates, generals, consuls, and the Commander of Flocks. The new mate will then take up residence near Elmas by the Cliffs of the Premier.

Regarding the birth of an Imperial Heir:
When a cub(s) is born to the Emperor/Empress of the Pride Premier, the empire will enter into a three day period of celebration, full of feasts, songs, and celebration. The cub(s) will be formally introduced to the empire after it's/their first month alive.

Regarding the death of a member of the Imperial Family:
When an imperial heir/imperial mate dies the empire will mourn for three days. The body will then be sent to Mt. Du'an to be buried.

Regarding the death of a member of the Pride Premier:
When a member of the Pride Premier dies the immediate family and friends may mourn for two days and be relieved of duties. The body will then be taken to Mt. Kotori to be buried.

Regarding the birth of a member of the Pride Premier:
When a cub is born in the Pride Premier the immediate family and friends may celebrate and be relieved of duties for two days. The cub will then be presented to the Emperor/Empress Exalted after it's first month alive.

Regarding love in the Pride Premier:
When a member of the Pride Premier takes a mate the two, and their immediate families and friends may celebrate for three days and be relieved of their duties.

Regarding the generation of powers:
When a cub/adolescent begins to develop powers they will be presented to their nearest praetor. The praetor will then help tutor the cub in the ways of the Pride Premier.

Regarding the education of cubs and adolescents in the Pride Premier:
After it's first two months of life, Pride Premier cubs must start to attend classes in which praetors help educate them on the ways of the Pride Premier and help them learn to control their powers. They must attend these classes until they have either complete control of their powers, or have become young adults. After this, they will choose whether they wish to pursue their education or become part of the nobility.

Regarding the induction of new cats to the Pride Premier:
Any cat is welcome to join the Pride Premier so long as they have powers and swear to the laws of the Pride Premier and the Emperor/Empress Exalted. For their first year in the pride they may be subject to exile if they are found breaking the law or causing suspect.

Regarding sickness of injury among the Pride Premier:
Healers are found among the noble families and may treat members of the Pride Premier and take apprentices. Sick and injured lions must stay in the healer's den.

Regarding the breaking of a law:
If a member of the Pride Premier breaks one of the laws of the Pride Premier he will be subject to trial and questioning by members of the pride on either Mt. Jakira, Mt. Rukor, or Mt. Amun. The ruling Emperor/Empress Exalted will oversee the court and will decide on a ruling for the member.

Regarding the exile of a member of the Pride Premier:
Any member of the Pride Premier may be exiled and sent away from the Pride Premier upon command from the Emperor/Empress Exalted.

[Mercy]

Thanks Zor and Leto I'm glad you like them! Not going to lie, I spent a lot of time making them. *wipes off forehead* Both of those roles sound good Zor. Lol Leto I know they aren't what they're suppose to be, but I liked the Roman terms so much and I like Roman history. XD I just had to make them fit somewhere.

[Leto]

This whole Roman spiel might make me introduce another character at some point. He will fit into this universe like a glove, if I take into account a few things.

But we'll see if I ever do throw him up here c:

[Mercy]

Well, he's more than welcome if you decide to introduce him.

[Mercy]

Map Description:

Mt. Rukor:
Mt. Rukor is home to the Emperor/Empress Exalted, the imperial family, some of the noble families, and the Emperor/Empress Exalted's chief advisors. It is the tallest mountain in the Rukor mountain chain. This mountain is covered in lush jungle, waterfalls, pools, and a large waterfall and small set of rapids to the south. The Elmas cave is at the very top of the mountain and is where the Emperor/Empress Exalted lives. Water bubbles out of this cave mouth and runs down the mountain spilling into smaller springs and pools. The cliffs and ledges directly below Elmas are nick-named the "Cliffs of the Premier". This is where most of the imperial family can be found lounging alongside some of the noble families. These cliffs, ledges, and boulders are often cool and moist although they can also be dangerously slippery. The pride den is on the west side of the mountain underneath a large overhang. The cub den is on the east side near a small waterfall pool.

Prey: Parrots, birds, monkeys, rodents, fish, jungle elephants, okapi, snakes, and chimps.

Elmas:
The great Elmas cave is the den of the Emperor Exalted. The cave has large openings on every side of the mountain and waters runs out of the middle of each of the caves's mouths. The cave is full of blue, pink, gold, and green crystals that sparkle and shine in the sunsets and sunrises.

The Cliffs of the Premier:
Large ledges, cliffs, and overhangs underneath Elmas make up the lazy abode of many of the noble families and the imperial family. There are many small waterfalls and pools surrounding the area. The rocks are large and perfect for sunbathing on.

Mt. Jakira:
With slightly less thick jungle than Mt.Rukor, Mt. Jakira is the home of many of the Emperor's magistrates. The mountain has a very slight slope and is the smallest in the Rukor mountain change.

Prey: Parrots, birds, monkeys, rodents, fish, jungle elephants, okapi, snakes, and chimps.

Mt. Deo:
The fourth tallest mountain in the chain, Mt. Deo is where praetors train and tutor the cubs of the noble families in the ways of the Pride Premier. Noble families live here as well. There are many large cliffs with sheer drops on this mountain, but the tops of the cliffs are very flat and are perfect for flying lessons, hunting lessons, or group discussions. Rock slides are common here. The cub den is slightly to the south while the pride den is north-east of that. The cub den is under a large overhang.

Prey: Parrots, birds, monkeys, rodents, fish, jungle elephants, okapi, snakes, and chimps.

Mt. Haides:
This is one of the smoothest mountains and has the least amount of jungle cover. The top of the mountain is very rocky and has two slight peaks. There are many caves, hollows, and dead trees in and on the mountain and many birds roost here. Near the top of Mt. Haides is a large cave known as "The Roost" where the Commander of Flocks and spymasters gather to report news. Most members of the Pride Premier refrain from eating birds to keep the birds in their favor.

Prey: Monkeys, rodents, fish, jungle elephants, okapi, snakes, and chimps.

The Roost: A large cave at the top of Mt. Haides where the spymasters, slave flock, and the Commander of Flocks lives. It is the primary spy outpost for the flocks and most of the time flocks of birds are coming or going from the place.

Mt. Kotori:
The third tallest mountain in the Rukor mountain chain, Mt. Kotori is the graveyard for members of the Pride Premier and is surrounded by very thick jungles. There is a large cave near the top of the mountain leading into many different tunnels where pride members are buried. Most do not hunt here, out of respect for the dead.

Mt. Amun
The second tallest mountain in the Rukor mountain chain, Mt. Amun is where commanders and generals create warriors, guards, and centurions. Torture goes on here as well. This mountain has a rough, rocky, slope and terrain. There are a few large caves and tunnels, one large waterfall and a small spring. There is jungle towards the bottom part of the slope.

Prey:Monkeys, rodents, fish, jungle elephants, okapi, snakes, and chimps.

I'll add more later.

[Mercy]

Ok so I'm almost done with everything except NPCs (Going to be making about 100+) and the map description. Phew. *feeling creatively drained* But we're almost ready to start! Thank you all for being such good sports about the wait. I promise we'll be starting soon. On the bright side, everything seems to be coming along just the way I pictured it.

If you have any recommendations, concerns, or questions feel free to ask here or pm me. I would really recommend reading over the resources and map thread that I made in our board. Don't worry, I'll finish the map description soon. X)

Also. Sign ups for this RP are now closed. 

[Kirsui]

Wow, so much to read after having to focus on university work for a few days. xD

Nice stuff going on here, Astraia! :3 And, as I've mentioned before, I'll throw a couple of NPCs in your direction when I've actually got some time to make them. x___x I have some ideas though, so it's just a matter of getting it all written down and sent to you. x)