In civilized lands the people are led by the nobility.  Humanoid and barbaric tribes are often led by alphas.  They are strong, confident and are natural leaders and protectors.  While they may not be overly hostile an alpha can be very aggressive, even physically, for what they want and to protect their status or people. 

An alpha may exist outside of their normal culture, perhaps they have stepped down, been overthrown or have yet to rise.  Alphas have far more in common with animal-type dominance than the noble birthright to lead.

Skill Proficiencies: Skill Proficiencies: Insight, Persuasion

Tool Proficiencies: Tool Proficiency: Choose one type of artisan’s tool or One type of gaming set

Languages: Languages: One of your choice

Equipment: Equipment: A set of traveler’s clothes, a set of artisan’s tools or gaming set, a trophy from an animal or foe, a pouch containing 25 gp.

Suggested Characteristics

Alphas fill the role of nobility in less refined cultures where protection and solidarity are key.  Alphas are assertive, dominant and natural leaders.  They are not afraid to speak up or act when needed.  They are often willing to work alongside others for the benefit of the group.  Alphas are rarely slovenly, having the best equipment and being well fed, they are strong and fit.  They may be quiet or reserved but are never meek

d8	Personality Trait
1	I carry myself with an air of leadership regardless of my current circumstance.
2	I hold the past accomplishments of my people in high esteem. I hope to add to that legacy.
3	True nobility is not a birthright.
4	I own my responsibilities; others are counting on me.
5	Even unarmed and defenseless I am a cut above.
6	I am a role model for those that look up to me or rely on me.
7	I place no stock in wealthy or well-mannered folk. Money and manners won’t save you from the wilds.
8	I watch over my friends as if they are cubs of my pack.

d6	Ideal
1	Respect. Respect is due to me because of my status, but all people deserve to be treated with dignity. (Good)
2	The Pack. We are stronger as a pack, help each other out. (Lawful)
3	Clan. Blood runs thicker than water. (Any)
4	Might. The strongest are meant to rule. (Evil)
5	Change. The low are lifted up, and the mighty are brought down. Change is the nature of things. (Chaotic)
6	People. I am loyal to my friends, not to any ideals. (Neutral)

d6	Bond
1	Lesser folk must see me as a hero.
2	I will bring terrible wrath down upon the evildoers that destroyed my people.
3	I protect those who cannot protect themselves.
4	I idolize a legendary figure of my people and measure my deeds against theirs.
5	Someone I loved died because of a mistake I made. That will never happen again.
6	I will someday get revenge on the one who cheated me out of my leadership

d6	Flaw
1	I have been overthrown and kowtow to the one who bested me.
2	I secretly believe that everyone is beneath me.
3	I too often hear threats and impudence in every word addressed to me, none may challenge my status.
4	I am convinced of my status, and blind to my shortcomings and the risk of failure.
5	I am jealous of those who can best me. I am surrounded by rivals.
6	My pride will probably lead to my destruction.