I am a fan content creator in a couple of communities and recently I’ve been getting a lot of requests for A/B/O or Alpha!(character name) and Beta!(other character name) or some such.
I have seen glances into this scrolling past it, and from the tag “knotting” I’m gonna assume this is some wolf or furry alternate universe trope?
Someone please explain I’m so confused but knowing the internet I’m kinda scared to look it up, but don’t want to miss out on potential commissions. Help.
In: Culture
Alpha: A person (typically male) who is in charge. Their orders are law and everyone obeys. Typically there is a challenge to their authority and it is settled via combat.
Beta: The second in command to an alpha. This character supports the alpha and obeys without question or challenge. If a challenge is presented, will often fight the challenger on behalf of the alpha or be prepared to step in in case the alpha is defeated.
Omega: The lowest of the low in a structured hierarchy. Not even considered or given the time of day.
Depending on how sexual in nature the fic is, different stereotypes are also given to the above. (e.g. the Beta and Alpha are dating with the Beta being totally submissive in the relationship; An omega pines for the alpha they’ll never have, maybe there is a one night stand with the alpha who denies it ever happened.) Also if you really wanted to write it as a wolf AU go for it.
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