Extinction

Extinction is the rule. Survival is the exception. — Carl Sagan

The year is 2153. It has been over twenty years since the human race has become extinct due to many environmental disasters and nuclear war, which led to - you guessed it - humans killing one another. Luckily, for dogs and canines alike, they were able to live through these horrid tragedies. Dogs lost their beloved owners, horses were finally able to run free, and there hasn't been much of an issue since.

Mother nature has reclaimed what is hers - most, if not all buildings have been collapsed, foliage growing and reclaiming what it once was before the humans took over. As the band of dogs maneuver this world, they have no idea what is coming - a storm of the century.

The real question is; how is a group of dogs living in a seemingly new world? This RP is all about how these characters would do in this situation of no humans around, twenty years into this new world, and creating new bonds with one another. The only inquiry I have for you, however, is this; will you survive?

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This RP is not co-owned/hosted.

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This RP is heavily character-driven. There are many other plot options we can use to create drama within the RP, use our characters in certain and new aspects of this 'new world' they're in, etc.

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-Please be sure to use free, stock images.

-Do not hotlink.

-You must have a description of sorts with your image, something around 7 sentences, minimum. More is of course welcome.
-If you cannot find a stock (if you decide you want to use an image), you may use a lineart/maker, as long as the coloring/markings are still realistic to the breed, and still follow all image rules.

-If you have any questions, contact a mod or myself and I will do my best to help you.

Literacy Standards;
-You must be able to type around 300+ words for this RP.
-If you have writer's block, I do not want to see anything lower than 250 words, as 300+ words should be enough to go off of.

-Please use proper grammar, punctuation, and capitalization. Obviously, we aren't robots, so not every post will be perfect. A quick skim and spell-check should do the trick.
-If you're struggling to make a post and reach the word minimum, PM me and I will do my best to help you out.

Activity;
-I do not ask much. At least 1 to 2 posts a week should be able to keep this RP going.

-If you are going on a hiatus, please PM me and let me know.

-If you want to drop the RP, PM me and let me know and we will decide what happened to your character(s).

Forms;
-I will accept and deny forms as I see fit.

-You get three attempts to fix your form if it is needed. After that, you won't be able to join.

-There are reservations, which last 48 hours. An extension can be made if needed for an extra 12 unless a valid reason is given.
-If you have an image for your appearance, I want at least a paragraph for a description, more is welcome.

-Your personality for your form must be around 250 words.

Characters;

-You are allowed up to 2 characters per person.
-Both of your characters cannot be high ranking.

-No Gary/Mary Sues.

-Your characters can get injured and/or possibly killed.

-No romance between your own two characters, but you can however have relatives (siblings, cousins, parent & child, etc).

-Pups must have some sort of caretaker or a mother. No orphans.

-Please keep all character actions and appearances realistic. Of course this idea is out of this world, but everything else is realistic.

-No having your character constantly wandering off, causing trouble, and being that guy.

Other;

-A RP example is required if you're reserving a high rank (anything above subordinate).

-All your characters have some sort pre-established relationship. This band has been together for around two years.
-Please have a variety for breeds. Also, there will probably be no purebreds, but for the sake of keeping things simple, I will still allow them.
-There cannot be a dog with more than 25% wolf or coyote in their genetics.

-All of these rules are subject to change - I will make announcements if/when they are updated/added on to.

Roles Explained

Alphas (1/2)
These two dogs are the most dominant out of the band, and their word is law. They call all the shots, arrange hunting parties, scouting parties, etc. They are the only dogs within the band who can mate without permission and have puppies. Although they do not have to be mates nor do they have to have heir together, what they say goes and should be treated with utmost respect.
-Name | 4 | Female | Spellbound
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Heir (0/2)
The children of the alphas. These two dogs are also treated with utmost respect. The eldest male out of the litter is to become alpha first if the parents pass away or step down. But you might be wondering 'What if there is no male?' Well, if not, then the eldest female will become alpha. The new male will pick his female, and vice versa.
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Betas (0/2)
These two dogs are second-in-command, and do not have to be mates but can if they wish. They help advise the alpha's choices, and are normally bound to be alphas once the current ones step down; this does not apply all the time though if the alphas have heir, as the eldest male will lead and pick his mate. Anyways, they help sort out hunting parties, scouting patrols, anything of the sort.
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Delta (1/1)
Third-in-command, basically. This dog is normally close with the betas, and normally leads the hunting parties and patrols when needed. They normally help recruit new members as well if need-be.
-Keres | Female | 4 | Wanderlust

Subordinates (3/6)
This makes up the heart of the band. These dogs are tasked with hunting, patrolling, and keeping the pack safe while also living to the best of their lives. They cannot breed unless granted permission from the alphas, and if found without permission, they will be thrown out in most cases, depending on how the pack is doing.
-Abuk | Female | 7 | Spellbound

-Oleander | Female | 3 yrs, 7 months | Votum

-Quilo | Male | 3 yrs, 5 months | High Hills Pack

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Mothers (LOCKED)
The females who carry any subordinate male's children.

Pups (LOCKED)
The youth of the pack. They are to be protected at all costs, as they are the future of the band.

Loners (1/2)
The dogs outside of the pack, and normally roam alone. They could eventually join the pack, ensure chaos and trouble for them, whatever. If found on territory, they are bound to be taken in.
- Sabra | 4 yrs, 7 months | Female | High Hills Pack

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Form

You may add anything to this as you see fit. Please remember all of my rules, and everything here must be filled out.

Name:
Age:
Gender:
Breed:
Appearance:
Personality:
Rank:
Desired Rank:
Affiliations:
Other:

Appearance:

Once you get past the prickly exterior (if one ever manages to do it.) You'll find out may suprising things about her. She's quite intelligent and a deep-thinker. And that she actually enjoys companionship, you just have to catch on to her mood/work your way into her friendship/aquaitenceship zone. If you come up to her chatty and she wants to sit in silence then she'll just up and leave. It's not that she doesn't enjoy company, she just wants something quiet and calm for a while before she gets to know you. If you even manage to get a conversation out of her and you're not her friend then you're going places. You'll find she's highly observant of others. She notices the small, miniscule details of things. And can recall details that you said months, even years ago. This can be good and bad in a way as she can use it in arguments against you if you peeve her enough.

This female is quite wise for her age, and she's also very shrewd. She is very astute; able to accuratley access a situation and use it to her advantage. She's also quick to understand cryptic messages or ones with eloquent and flowery speech. Not to mention she has a clear-head and thinks before rushing into things. She enjoys listening to older and more mature dogs and learn from their wisdom. Sometimes she seems like an old soul in a young body. This female has a refined manner about her; she isn't one to just flop down, she's one to elegantly lie down. She doesn't walk with bulky or overly-loud steps; but one of softer and fainty ones. And she keeps her posture erect and taut as if she's always being watched by somone. You can tell these characteristics came from a very classy, and proper influence in her life. While her words at times don't match her behavior, they sometimes do. As she can be refined in speech, she can also switch to callous words.

This female has her days when she's more ill-tempered than others. And you can tell by her gloomy actions and words. She'll also be more droll on these days; being unitentionally humorous. Yet her sarcasm and witty responses will be more vicious than usual as well. She'll also be more sulky and uncooperative with those she doesn't like. And it's almost something or someone who has put her in this mood as she doesn't have isn't always like this. Other times she'll be pugnacious at times, because life needs a little spice, but this is uncommon, yet not rare. When you have caught the bad side of this female, either by insulting her or offending someone she cares about she'll be out for blood. Her words will be fiery in tone and laced in venom. While her expression will be blank, and icy with an underlying smugness.

This female is very opinionated even if she doesn't show it. While she doesn't particularly enjoy pointless small talk, she'll easily tell you her opinion/thoughts on someone. She's also stern & blunt in her manner of speech; if she doesn't like you, she'll tell you: "Go away, I don't like you" or "Your prescense here is unwelcomed." . If your annoying or boring her, she'll roll her eyes dramatically saying: "GOD, why are you pestering me? Go annoy or bore someone else." And if you are being stupid she'll say, "Why am I surrounded by imbeciles, no, why are you so idiotic?" She's accepted that there will be times when she'll be forced to apologise for her blunt delivery despite the fact that she don’t think she should have to. For this very reason, Jahzara has developed an apology that works for such an occasion. Something like: ‘I’m sorry my opinion made you feel that way…’ or ' I'm sorry you're so thin-skinned and can't take criticism.'

Name:

Sabra

Age:

4 Years 7 Months

Gender:

Female

Breed:

Canaan Mixed Breed

7% Collie - 74% Canaan - 19% Coyote

Rank:

Loner

Desired Rank:

Content

Appearance:

“I may be all bark and no bite, but that doesn’t mean I’m harmless.”

-Puppy Maker by Kamirah.DA and DollDivine

- (c) 255850 for design

- Puppy Maker:

https://www.deviantart.com/kamirah/art/Puppy-Maker-182095792

https://www.dolldivine.com/puppy-maker.php

Sabra is very lean and lightweight, weighing in at only 44.1 lbs. Her height tops off at 19 inches. She has a double coat, the overcoat being flat and slightly rough and the undercoat is straight and soft. Her coat colors are a mix of black and white, with white being the most prominent one. The white of her fur often gets dusty. Sabra will try and find a way to wash out the dirt every once in a while - generally in a shallow puddle or pond. The black is showcased by the speckles on her legs, the splotches on her back, the patch on her upper to mid tail-but never on the underside of it, her ears, and her right eye spot. Her eyes are a striking brown and can be very piercing when she is angered. Her nose and paw pads are smokey gray. A long, sideways scar lines her shoulders.

Personality:

Sabra is an independent mutt who takes orders from no one but herself. She prefers to be on her own, and is often aggressive towards those who she does not know well. She is especially aggressive towards pack dogs. Despite being aggressive to fellow canines, she will rarely fight back. Instead, she gets them into some sort of trouble. She generally does so by leading them into some dangerous terrain, such as an unknown ravine or a raging river.

When alone, Sabra enjoys exploring the area to learn of dangerous terrain she can use to her advantage. Whether it be for discovering good trap areas or areas that can be used as an escape plan, Sabra will try to take note of it all. However, she often forgets the aspect of prey when looking for such areas. Sabra prefers to live in hard to reach places, and will move if she finds signs of other dogs near her den.

Sabra has a distaste for the pack that lives in her area. She despises the pack alphas for being too controlling of their members, and believes that subordinates should not need permission to have pups. If he finds any dogs who were kicked from the pack due to this rule, she will make it her top priority to help them.

Those who gain her trust will find her to be a very awkward and distant canine. She will mostly show her care through snarky remarks, eye roles, and playful nudges. Sabra often finds that she is clueless when it comes to speaking with her allies, and rarely starts a conversation. While she finds it hard to get along with most dogs, it seems that energetic and optimistic dogs seem to drive her away the most; therefore, she tends to avoid them as much as she can.

Crush:

Pm Me

Mate:

No

Affiliations:

Pm Me

Kin:

Pm Me

Offspring:

Pm Me

Other:

-Sabra is not a very strong dog, and will lose in most head on fights. However, she is very cunning and agile, and can turn on a dime much like any purebred canaan. If a dog gets a hold of her or corners her, then she has very little chance of fighting them off. Sabra can also be outran, through stamina or speed. Her only hope is to out maneuver her opponent.

-Sabra is afraid of large birds of prey and venomous snakes.

Considering all of the forms here look promising, I will accept them. Please just be sure to get them completed within a reasonable time.