the Wolven tribal markings

the tattoo body markings of the savage Wolven people can vary by tribe, in both appearance , and their nuanced meanings. this is merely a collection of the most commonly seen, and their most commonly interpreted meanings as gathered and recorded by the inquisition.

colors- the paints are applied most commonly in red or white though blue has been cited in rarer cases the classes they represent are nuanced and varied by tribe , but in most cases red marks indicate active fighters, whether fighting by combat, or by other means. white markings tend to indicate more mature classes, craftsmen nobility and even ritual hunters

neck band- a mark that indicates a wolf originally from outside the tribe, now a member.

spiked stripes- believed to be for great accomplishments or participators in great hunts battles or other tribal endeavors can by found anywhere on the body.

spots- these can appear anywhere on the body and are thought to represent answered prayers. they could be considered a rank of blessing .

runes- Wolven runes have many meanings and often show up on their bodies further study is need for translations.

eye markings: stripe marks are often seen under the eyes or across the eyes entirely. sometimes there are rows of up to three. they are thought to bless the senses for important missions providing the bearer intuitions. into the senses of their gods, in the form of intuitions.

spiked crescent- sometimes appearing on the breasts of females (but sometimes elsewhere), it indicates lactation. The added spiked stripes are said to represent a prayer for strength, conveyed through the female's body to the pup.

crescent moon- Exclusively seen on females, indicating fertility, either a desire for pregnancy or a celebration thereof. it is not universally applied to fertile or pregnant females- perhaps only those who embody this aspect more stridently. it may appear on the belly hips or hind quarters.

solid bands: usually applied to any of the body's limbs, they represent appeals to the gods for blessings or prayers that remain unanswered.