Though I might be wrong, this is just my understand of what the setting is suppose to be. Werewolves, are somewhat beasts but have the intelligence of humans. Through the Blood Runners follow the old ways, that doesn't make use feral in the regard that people are trying to back stab the alphas. After all<strong>"They are simply humans with the ability to shift into a werewolf or wolf. To some, its the other way around."</strong><br/><br/>as well as:<br/><br/><strong>"They are not mindless monsters controlled by lust for blood or have savage animal instincts like in the movies, they are simply humans with the ability to shape shift into a wolf or werewolf. Their human mind has complete control of the wolf. (Although blood can trigger desires. They are, after all, carnivores)"</strong><br/><br/>I think this meant that they all at least respected and were loyal enough to follow him as leader and alpha:<br/><br/><strong>"Alpha Male<br/>     In order to become the alpha male (or pack leader), you must have been born a werewolf. Most of the time the alpha is chosen according to age or popular vote. If there is a dispute other males display a ritual battle to prove your strength. Whoever walks away alive or less wounded becomes the leader. It is a dangerous game. Most of the time, modern packs discuss leadership in a civil matter.<br/><br/>    Once you are nominated alpha, you and your mate (if there is one) are the primary decision makers of the pack. The alpha female can also give orders and has authority over all except the alpha male. They call the shots, address the issues, make changes in leadership roles, and asses threats to the pack."</strong><br/><br/>This is why a beta would be loyal otherwise he wouldn't be beta:<br/><br/><strong>"Beta Male<br/>     The beta is second in charge, and answers only to the alpha, and has dominance over all under him. He is the one put in charge when the alpha is gone, or when extra help is needed in governing a peaceful pack. He dominates over the mid-ranking members (or subordinates)."</strong><br/><br/>Also:<br/><br/><strong>"Omega<br/>     The lowest ranking member(s) (can be male or female, or both). They aren't often treated with respect. They usually spend time trying to avoid contact with high ranked members and try to avoid drawing attention to themselves. They are actually lower rank then children. They must obey and yield to all the other adults living in the pack.<br/><br/>     This rank is chosen by majority, and is usually given to the most unpopular members of the pack. They aren't even allowed to breed unless the alpha gives permission. Even with the harsh position, it doesn't mean they are worthless. Every member in the pack has a purpose."</strong><br/><br/>even in wolf packs the omega is still part of the family and not hated, they are still family and will be protected and are important.<br/><br/>I am just pointing these out since our pack as far as I can tell right now seems less traditional in this setting and more like the myths about them. Werewolves in this setting are merely humans that can shape shift, not feral beasts. At least that was my understanding of the setting.