Descent of Alpha follows this trajectory:

—> Master Seducer commits to a girlfriend or gets married and spends most of his free time with her.

One month passes without hitting on fresh meat. —> fading Seducer.

Two months pass without hitting on fresh meat. —> wannabe Seducer.

Three months pass without hitting on fresh meat. —> Master Seducer has by now been demoted to Master Beta Boyfriend.

Four months pass without hitting on fresh meat. —> Master of Nothing.

Six months pass without hitting on fresh meat. —> Master of Herbs.