It is. There's also magic that goes into making a werewolf. For a person to become a werewolf like me they have to savaged to near death then survive the full moon. If they can't gain control of their wolf they're killed for the safety of the others and the humans.
I am not opposed to trying if you are.
It does indeed sound different. And it is. Especially as we have been outed to the humans. There were those in government and other questionable organizations that knew of our existance so the Marrok decided it was time to out ourselves and let the public know about us.
The Marrok is...powerful and the most dominant wolf I have ever met. He has a sharp, cunning mind and isn't afraid to do what's needed to keep his wolves safe. As for keeping so many packs under control, all the Alphas are his and through us, our packs. We also keep updated lists of our packs, informing him of new members, members that have died or moved, things of that nature.
Even if we managed to stop the Apocalypse once there is no telling what other things could come out to try and harm us or those we care for.