Alpha Fiefdom refers to the pattern of the Fosterite social blueprint leading to domination by Alpha-Humans beyond what was originally intended, to include declarations of sovereignty. It also refers to the particular societies that exemplify this trait, forming Aristocracies, Oligarchies, Monarchies and other despotic societal arrangements. Most are societies that gained independence after the collapse of the Fosterite Empire, but they can be formed through various means. Some are simply colonies founded on the wealth of an individual or group who make no pretenses to fair rule.