Herb Bottles. Most herb wolves have vines, leaves or grass tied up around their neck with a bottle of an herb of some kind inside, often their favorite or the one they use the most to signify their pride in their role. They sometimes inherit the bottle from their parents, sometimes they get their own beforehand. They can be an herb wolf without one, although it is a bit uncommon.

Cave Visits. As every cub grows up into a pack role, an adult (normally the leader or aide, but there are exceptions if they are unavailable) brings them down to the cave behind the falls that leads down to the meteor. They have the cubs stand near the edge. In the defenders, they tell the story of the powers and the betrayal, and warn the cub of its strength and danger. In the betrayers, although this tradition changes over time, they tell the story of their hunt for power and early leaders would send cubs down to also be corrupted by the magic.

Tradition. Explanation of Tradition.

Tradition. Explanation of Tradition.

Leader. There's only one leader at a time, and they're elected by the pack. Their main role is to mediate issues inside the pack and come to a final decision on big matters. They are less one who solely leads the group, but more one respected animal people go to with larger problems to work them out with the pack.

Herb Wolf. Herb wolves often aren't actually part of either pack, but align with one more than the other on occasion. Although not strictly, it's often passed down through families, just by the fact that the cubs are generally exposed to it through their parents, and live with them outside of the packs if that's how they choose to live. They know about the plants of the valley, and are often designated as healers, although they'll occasionally teach a few actual pack members healing knowledge to keep them safe if they leave.

Translator. Translators often speak other animal languages other than theirs, and is once again something that can often be passed down through family, although not exclusively. They often end up as Aides or leaders, as they can help solve disputes with other creatures of the forest.

Aide. If a pack is too big or duties are too stressful, a Leader will often get an aide, where they elect a close friend or someone trustworthy and willing to help them with their duties. Whether it's a pack decision or personal decision is their choice.

Pack Member. Simply a pack member without a role. Mostly here because some characters have this in their bios as placeholders since they don't have a standout role.

New Moon. Their powers are weakest at the beginning of a new month, for reasons none of them are sure of. Weird space logic. At this time, they work the hardest, as a reminder that without their powers they still have strength and skills.

The Victory Ahead. Every year at the anniversary of the betrayal, each pack celebrates it differently. It's a remembrance of the betrayal, and a reminder that each pack will have their revenge. Like the tradition of cave visits, the way it's celebrated in the betrayer pack changes as the packs reconcile, and it becomes a day of remembering the past.

The First Element. A celebration of Crystal's birthday created after her death by friends in her memory. She was the first wolf to get powers in the valley, and was a very loved and respected leader.

Peppers. Peppers native to the valley have extremely flammable and spicy seeds that work great as kindling fuel. The rest of the pepper is delicious and flavorful if you cut out the seeds beforehand.

Flora. Explanation of Flora.

Flora. Explanation of Flora.

Flora. Explanation of Flora.

Rabbits. As mentioned before, they have stronger powers, and are consequentially more aggressive.

Lynxes. They're often further up the mountains and away from the valley, but it's not uncommon for them to have weak powers. Most have ice or wind powers but occasionally others pop up as well. They normally live alone or in small groups of friends or family, and are overall neutral on the wolves, but it varies by the group you come across.

Birds. Loud. Most don't have powers, but they do enjoy flying with wind elementals.

Foxes. Usually lone travelers or family travelers. They often seem interested in checking out or visiting the packs, but not normally in sticking around. Some wander in and out of the territory, so the powers and strengths can vary greatly.