The Junkyard faction is the newest of the three factions. These dogs are a pack that decided to settle in the location fewest people would willingly enter. They are hardy dogs of any breed and size who are easily mistaken as strays, though they see eachother as nothing alike. Junkyard dogs believe that strenght lies in numbers. They have their own ways of handling matters and learn as they go. 

The Junkyard faction is the newest of all four. It was originally founded by a former stray called Doc, who believed that dogs without a home could only thrive if they could work together – and for each other.  Despite still being young at the time, he saw it as a necessity that stray dogs had a voice within the Council, and were given the same rights as the other factioned dogs, the only issue being that they weren’t willing to accept “unruled” dogs like them.

Although gathering stray dogs was not the hardest task at hand — since many were pleased to have a safer place to sleep at night, or to have a share in a meal they wouldn’t be able to get on their own —, convincing them to follow strict rules that would ensure their safety was, and still is, challenging. Not all strays adapted well to this system.

It’s been less than a year since the Junkyard faction was made into something real. Doc is still trying to implement and reinforce a pack-like culture

Guardian

Guardians are what their title says. They watch over the territory. However, this only applies to Junkyard and their own. They are usually big dogs who are not afriad to take a hit.

• Is there something suspiscious lurking in the corner? How does your dog react? 

• What is your dog´s attitude towards strangers? Are stray dogs welcome? Or do you beileve they should watch their steps around your area.

Scout

The faction's lookout. These dogs are sharp and quick on their foot. Their job is to alert the others in case of upcoming danger such as a the dog-snatcher, people, or other dogs. They can directly contact the guardian for assistance.

• There are many things to be on a lookout for! Perhaps someone will go take a look at the junkyard area?

• Dog-snatchers are in your area. The canine control is not something any dog wants to deal with. Do they alert the strays as well? or do you just report their location.

Poacher

These dogs are scavengers of the pack. They gather supplies both around the junkyard and outside. It can be varied. Such as being requested to find a certain resource.

• Does your dog get a specifc item to find? Do they struggle?

• Perhaps they find something of larger value. They can always keep it or share it with the rest. 

• Being on lookout for treassure is not an easy job. There are strays who could linger around to snatch your find. Perhaps keeping a scout or guardian close might be a good call.

Medic

Though their 'knowledge' of medicine is natural, these dogs are there to treat injuries. They learn from watching Vets at the farm, and while they cannot do what humans do - they are there for their fellow dogs' well being. As they do not have the luxury of humans at paw for their health.

• ¡Emergency! Your character must provide medical assistance to a fellow Stray or Junkyard despite limited resources. How do they manage?

• Does taking care of others under these difficult circumstances take an emotional toll on your character? 

Bug-Buster

The faction´ very own vermin control. These dogs are handed a very important task. To watch over the area so the vermin does not spread. This task is usaully given to small dogs who could have been ratters. This is a highly appricated job as many would prefer to hold the rats at their base.

• How does it go? Does your dog struggle to catch anything?

• Perhaps there is nothing to worry over. What does your dog do on a free day? Perhaps join the scavenger on their journey?

These are the laws that are known among the Junkyard dogs, they are important to be remembered throughout one's day and with someone's actions. If someone breaks a law, depending on the severity, there will be consequences which will be taken under the heavy gaze of the Council. 

1. A crime that results in blood, murder, assault or such dark crimes are to be immediately put to trial by the Canine Council; *Please note the group if you are wanting to have a plot involving something in this law*

2. Stealing from one another is absolutely forbidden, and stealing from dogs from another faction is frowned upon/discouraged, but understandable depending on the situation and if you can get away with it;

3. Humans are not to be brought anywhere near the Junkyard by one of its members and should be avoided at all costs – unless you want to risk becoming a pet;

4. You should care for each other as much as you care for yourself. 

5. Although not forbidden, avoid getting romantically involved with pets. Their owners seem to mind it a lot.

6. Do not get into unnecessary fights. Self defense is the only acceptable reason to be fighting.

7. Remember that everything you do represents your faction community as a whole.

Disclaimer: These laws are meant as in-game laws, but as the creators of your character you can make them purposely break these laws which if desired/if caught will result in trial and punishment by the Council. 

Junkyard

Junkyards should see themselves as a family. They care for each other as much as a pet care for their owner or a farmstead dog for their stock, but life on the streets can often be unforgiving, making them hardy, headstrong dogs. Often seen as ruthless by the other factions, the Junkyard’s thoughts are always on their own safety and maintenance first.

• Rumours are their leader has been trying to gather more dogs to join them; 

• The best spot to sleep is on the couch beneath the abandoned phone tower, who gets there first has the right to claim it for the night;

Pets

Pets are the faction that amuses the junkyard dogs the most. They are snobbish and cannot handle themselves well. Most junkyard dogs are on neutral terms with pets as they just do not bother to care enough. They rely too much on being coddled by comfort and people. Not only this, but after living in a small and close community, most junkyard dogs think the pets are lonely.

• They are snobbish dogs who just rely on someone to come and rescue them

• Probably has some shady busniess between one another 

Farmstead

Most respected of the three factions. Farmstead dogs are reliable and go by strength. They have an impressive system and are known to be cooperative. If ever needed assistance, the Farm faction was the chosen call due to their more helpful attitude. Although still reliant on people, they are more independent and have shown to have mutual respect.

• Rumors say the farm faction actually thinks lowly of the junkyard dogs

• Their leader plans to isolate themselves from Junkyard

Strays 

Dogs of the Junkyard are often seen meddling with strays, but they are advised to be extra cautious if deciding to take them to the Junkyard. Not all strays are ready to abandon their lifestyle.

• Some strays might try to get close t o the Junkyard only to steal food; 

• Help them out should you believe their intentions and need are genuine;