Understanding the mechanics of the pro-fishing pecking order is crucial to realizing the undisputed carnage pile of the lost and unsuccessful careers within the industry. The ladder to success is riddled with broken rungs making the climb to the top a treacherous venture. The former solid footings were not destroyed from the weight of the masses trying to climb up, but rather were deliberately sabotaged by a few already perched on top to prevent a natural "King of the Hill" toppling of their position from competition.