୧‿̩͙ ˖︵ ꕀ⠀ ♱⠀ ꕀ ︵˖ ‿̩͙୨

                                               LUNARCLAN

                                  ୧‿̩͙ ˖︵ ꕀ⠀ ♱⠀ ꕀ ︵˖ ‿̩͙୨

                                               ALLEGIANCES

                        Leader: -closed-  | 7/9 lives

FrostStar - A large, fluffy, light grey tabby with silver accents and light blue eyes. (Role-played by: NerdyGamerCat.)

                        Deputy: -closed-

SilentBlink - A tall and slender black cat who has freckles of grey and white. Dark blue-green eyes. (Role-played by: Me.)

                        Medicine Cat: -open- | 0/2 spots filled

                        Medicine Cat Apprentice: -open- | 0/1 spots filled

                        Warriors: -Always open- | 3/∞ spots filled 

LunarMoth - A tall, white She with freckles of silver. Light blue eyes. (Role- played by: Me.)

Apex - A large She whose pelt is the color of autumn trees. Dark brown eyes. (Role-played by: Me.)

WyvernClaw - A black and red mackerel tortoiseshell she-cat, with a white belly and toes, long fur, and amber eyes. (Role-played by: SAVAGE_GirlFrags)

                        Apprentices: -Almost always open- | 0/∞ spots filled

                        Queens: -open- | 1/3 spots filled

SilverWave - A graceful silver-gray she who has calm pale green eyes. (Role-played by: vornilla)

                        Kits: -open- | 1/6 spots filled

IceKit - A snow white colored kit with beautiful blue eyes. (Role-played by NerdyGamerCat)

                        Elders: -Always open- | 0/∞ spots filled

                        Prisoners: -open- | 0/3 spots filled

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                                              TERRITORY

                         LunarClan cats live on large mountains near the Pine Forest. They have lots of high places to "moon-bathe" during the night. The cliffs are large and jagged, offering tons of shelter and hiding places. Their territory is not ideal to attack.

                         The Leader's Den is at the top of a large cave and it is decorated with glowing fungus and moss. It often smells of that moss and fungus, providing blind cats with assistance. 

                        The Medicine Cat's Den is near the Leader's Den, but slightly down the slope. It is decorated with colorful blue herbs and plants and often smells of sharp herbs that waft out from that den.

                        The Warrior's Den is the largest den of them all, positioning itself on the ground at the entrance. If you were to walk into the cave, the first thing you would see is a large, yawning mouth of a Den, decorated with cleaned prey bones and scratches from younger warriors. 

                        The Apprentice's Den is the second largest den that is on the far right of the bottom of the cave. It is decorated in a different, purple glowing moss and often smells of feathers, as that also decorated the entrance.

                        The Nursery is on the far left on the ground, hidden away from dangling moss and vines. It smells of milk but only faintly, as the scent is covered by the scent of vines and moss. It is decorated only slightly in blooming flowers, to not give attention to it when attackers come.

                        The Elder's Den is a small tunnel near the Nursery. It is decorated in different types of feathers and plants, and the den inside is small but comforting. It provides easy accessibility for old cats who may have trouble walking. 

                        The Prisoner's Cage is near the Leader's Den, opposite of the Medicine Cat Den. It is decorated with withered moss and smells nasty. Often, the insides are rotted with prey bones.

                              ୧‿̩͙ ˖︵ ꕀ⠀ ♱⠀ ꕀ ︵˖ ‿̩͙୨

                                  Predators and Prey

                             ୧‿̩͙ ˖︵ ꕀ⠀ ♱⠀ ꕀ ︵˖ ‿̩͙୨

                                            Predators

                            Wolves - Wolves pose a large danger to the cats of LunarClan. Currently, there is a small pack, consisting of 5 wolves that prowl the small forests that spot the mountain. Often, they don't attack cats, but when hunger comes, they have been known to take the weakest cats out of the bunch and eat them.

                            Badgers - Badgers pose a small threat to the cats of LunarClan as they often don't meddle with these cats. But when provoked, they will attack, easily killing cats with a snap of their neck.

                            Lynx - Lynx do no pose a threat to cats, as they are related. Sometimes, medicine cats will speak to these Lynx, but they do not interact often.

                           Fox - Foxes are a threat to the cats as they are often seen prowling about the entrance, wanting to attack these cats. Groups of three or more cats have to go out at a time.

                         Bears - Bears are a medium threat to the cats as they often don't mess with the cats unless hungry or provoked. Often, cats leave them alone and the bears leave the cats alone in return.

                        Snow Leopard - Snow Leopards pose a small threat to cats. This is because they are slightly more violent than the Lynx but they often ignore cats.

                      ୧‿̩͙ ˖︵ ꕀ⠀ ♱⠀ ꕀ ︵˖ ‿̩͙୨

                                           Prey

                        Rabbits - Rabbits are hard to catch, due to their powerful hind legs and often quick moves. However when caught, they are quite the treat. Often, they are found resting in small tunnels around the mountain.

                         Mice - Mice are the easiest prey to catch in the forest. They will often live in nests that can become quite the feast if caught correctly.

                         Weasels - Weasels are extremely fast creatures that live in the mountains. They are known to slip straight through a cat's paws and are very smart and quick.

                         Mountain Goats - Mountain Goats are not easy prey to catch and can kill a cat easily with a stamp of their hoof or a slam of their horns into a cat's neck. However, when caught, the whole clan will get a feast.

                         Deer - Deer are not considered prey, due to their large size, but the wolves have a liking to them. If a cat is to see a deer out on a patrol, it is to chase the deer far off the territory if it can, to avoid the wolves coming closer.

                         Fish - Fish are a rare delicacy in the clan. Sometimes, the cold, frozen lakes will hold tons of fish to none and it is important to catch them at the right time. 

                          ୧‿̩͙ ˖︵ ꕀ⠀ ♱⠀ ꕀ ︵˖ ‿̩͙୨

                          Distinguishing Features

                         ୧‿̩͙ ˖︵ ꕀ⠀ ♱⠀ ꕀ ︵˖ ‿̩͙୨

                        LunarClan cats are often very fluffy (to keep out the coldest of snowstorms) and they are the color of the moon, the night sky, snow, etc. They have small ears to keep warmth trapped in and are relatively small, so they can fit in crevices. They have long whiskers, so they can navigate through the dark caves that are in their territory and camp. They are often seen as weird and maybe a little insane, but if you get to know them, they are quite friendly and smart. The cats are simple and organized, especially when fighting. They are often seen lurking around at night.

                         ୧‿̩͙ ˖︵ ꕀ⠀ ♱⠀ ꕀ ︵˖ ‿̩͙୨

                         Customs and Traditions

                         ୧‿̩͙ ˖︵ ꕀ⠀ ♱⠀ ꕀ ︵˖ ‿̩͙୨

             From Kit to Elder, there are many ceremonies and traditions that the LunarClan cats practice.

                       Kit Ceremonies -  

                       1. Kits are named as soon as they are born, in case the kit dies. Parents are supposed to have names picked out whenever the Medicine Cat gives out how many kits the Queen will have.

                       2. When a kit opens their eyes, many gifts will be given to the Queen and the Father will be given the day off from patrols.

                       3. Kits are very important as most don't survive a few days in the cold temperatures. Every moon, kits celebrate what is called a birthday, which is when those kits are given treasures and are often praised, not scolded, on that day.

                       4. When a kit gets within a moon of their apprentice ceremony, both parents have permission to begin to teach their kit some basic fighting moves and hunting moves. The Leader must watch these to make sure they don't get out of hand. 

                      Apprentice Ceremonies -

                      1. The first day that an apprentice is given their apprentice name, they are to sit under the Moon and to take in all of her guidance and brilliance. The Moon often gives the cats guidance on what mentor they shall pick and how to avoid tricky spots.

                       2. No matter what happens, every cat, whether disabled or not, will be given a chance to be a Warrior apprentice, unless decided by the Leader. 

                       3. Apprentices must make their bed unique so it is not to be confused with other beds. They are also supposed to scratch the wall outside, as though they are being gifted the apprenticeship.

                       Warrior Ceremonies -

                      1. When a Warrior is given their name, they are to sit a silent vigil out on the cliff, bathing in the moon's light while giving her thanks. 

                      2. After a Warrior's vigil, they are to go to the warrior's den and mark the outside with a scratch of their claws to show their loyalty to the clan. 

                      3. Every moon, warriors will gather outside in the moonlight, feasting and gathering. 

                      Medicine Cat Ceremonies -

                      1.  When a Medicine Cat is given their official name, they are to find something that relates to that name and gift it to the StarDrops, the place where StarClan communicates with the cats.

                      2. Every moon, Medicine Cats are required to go to the StarDrops and share visions and tongues with the StarClan cats. 

                     3. Medicine Cats cannot choose an apprentice before they serve 3 seasons as that will allow them to ask the Moon for her choice every night. 

                     Deputy Ceremonies -

                     1. Deputies serve for one moon and if the Leader has had a talk with the Moon and the Moon decides that Deputy is not worthy, the Leader can pick a new one. This ceremony happens every moon, and only consists of the Deputy and the Leader.

                     2. Deputies must have a serious talk with the moon at least once per season. This helps them to feel refreshed and helps them to control the Clan when times are hard.

                      3. If the Leader accepts, the Deputy and the Leader can have sessions together to work on leadership skills and how to be calm in stressful situations.

                     Leader Ceremonies - 

                     1. When a Leader is chosen, they are to immediately leave the clan to go to the StarDrops, unless the situation keeps them staying at the Clan.

                     2. A Leader must have two serious talks with the moon every season. This is to assure themselves that they are leading good and there and not any difficulties.

                    3. A Leader can and will strip cats of their ranks if they wish to. If a Deputy is unfit, the Leader can make them a -password 2 is Blossom- Warrior.

                    Elder Ceremonies -

                    1. When a cat decides that they wish to retire, they must go up to the Leader and tell them. Then, they have a final patrol, both hunting and normal, if they are feeling up to it.

                     2. On the last day of being a Warrior, clanmates gather outside under the moonlight to talk about the stories of that warrior and to give them praise.

                    3. When an elder (Or any rank of cat) dies, they are to have their body laid outside at night so that the Moon can take them up to the stars and to StarClan. Each family member must place an important thing (it can be a plant, piece of prey, or anything) on that cat then take them to the burial sight high in the mountains. They must sprinkle the ground above them with the petals of the MoonFlower to make sure that these cats can head to the stars.

                     ୧‿̩͙ ˖︵ ꕀ⠀ ♱⠀ ꕀ ︵˖ ‿̩͙୨

                                       Beliefs   

                    ୧‿̩͙ ˖︵ ꕀ⠀ ♱⠀ ꕀ ︵˖ ‿̩͙୨

                  LunarClan is quite the religious clan and they have a few beliefs.

                  1. LunarClan believes in StarClan, but they believe in the Moon more. The Moon, in their beliefs, is the Leader of all the stars and StarClan. The Moon helps cats with decisions and they also take spirits of dead cats up to the stars. The Moon is very forgiving but if a cat were to be evil during their life on Earth, they are to be sent to the DarkForest to rot.

                  2. LunarClan believes that the closer they are to the moon, the more they are good. If a cat lives down in forests (Like SolarClan), then they will have a rotted and nasty spirit.

                 3. LunarClan also believes that the Moon sends them prey and only lets them catch the prey if they are respectful. This applies with apprentices too. 

                  ୧‿̩͙ ˖︵ ꕀ⠀ ♱⠀ ꕀ ︵˖ ‿̩͙୨

                               SOLARCLAN

                  ୧‿̩͙ ˖︵ ꕀ⠀ ♱⠀ ꕀ ︵˖ ‿̩͙୨

                             ALLEGIANCES

            Leader: -open- | ?/9 lives left

            Deputy: -open-

            Medicine Cat: -open- | 0/2 spots filled

           Medicine Cat Apprentice: -open- | 0/1 spots filled

           Warriors: -Always open- | 0/∞ spots filled

           Apprentices: -Almost always open- | 0/∞ spots filled

           Queens: -open- | 0/3 spots filled

           Kits: -open- | 0/6 spots filled

           Elders: -Always open- | 0/∞ spots filled 

           Prisoners: -open- | 0/3 spots filled

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                                    Territory

                   ୧‿̩͙ ˖︵ ꕀ⠀ ♱⠀ ꕀ ︵˖ ‿̩͙୨

           SolarClan cats live in the dense pine forest beneath the LunarClan mountains. Their pine forests are large and full of prey throughout the seasons. In the middle of the territory lies their camp, a small river running through it. Their camp is a large hollow that has a small waterfall turning into a small pond in the corner across from the entrance. The camp is protected by walls of thorn bushes and large trees.

           The Leaders Den is a small den made out of two wood planks stacked in a triangle formation. The entrance drips with vines and it is held together by centuries old moss and vines.

            The Medicine Cats Den is a hidden den behind the waterfall, sparkling with glowing fungus and ferns. Inside, there is a large pole that has been worn down to wear there are holes perfect for herb storing. 

             The Warrior's Den is the largest den on the left side of the camp. It is barricaded with large planks of brown wood and has the scratches of years of cats on it. There is a large path heading to that den from the entrance.

              The Apprentice Den is the second largest den that lies right next to the Warrior's den. It is decorated almost the exact same, but there are some small yellow flowers that spot the wood.

              The Nursery is straight across from the Warrior and Apprentice Dens and is a small hole that is covered with large leaves and vines. Inside, you walk down a large tunnel that opens to a huge cave. Inside there are comfy beds and planks of wood that keeps the roof from falling.

              The Elder's Den is next to the Nursery and is slightly larger. It smells of rotting prey outside, to keep away attackers, but inside it smells beautifully of honey and vanilla. 

              The Prisoner's Den is near the Medicine Cat's Den and is a large den that looks to be poorly made, as the entrance is a thorn bush. Inside, roots from trees are hanging down and often dirt falls on the prisoners, not enough to make them suffocate, but enough to make a cat go mad.

               ୧‿̩͙ ˖︵ ꕀ⠀ ♱⠀ ꕀ ︵˖ ‿̩͙୨

                   Predators and Prey

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                           Predators

            Foxes - Foxes are the biggest threat to these cats in the forest. They often roam away from these strong cats but when they attack, they are known to kill and eat cats.

            Badgers - The Badgers in SolarClan territory are way more hostile than the Badgers in LunarClan territory. This is due to the fact that the SolarClan cats often provoke and attack the Badgers, even when they are minding their own business.

            Bears - Same with the badgers, bears are slightly more hostile here in SolarClan territory. They often leave cats alone, as they are aware of the cat's numbers, but when provoked, they can kill cats with brute strength.

            Owls - Owls often leave cats alone, due to their sizes, but when hungry, they swoop into the clan's camp and eat kits.

           Hawks - Hawks are a large threat to the SolarClan cats. They are ruthless and will hunt down cats if they are provoked by them.

                ୧‿̩͙ ˖︵ ꕀ⠀ ♱⠀ ꕀ ︵˖ ‿̩͙୨

                                     Prey

            Mice - Mice are also found in SolarClan territory and are just about as lazy as the mice in LunarClan territory. Often, they are the easiest prey to catch.

           Rabbits - SolarClan cats can hunt rabbits way better than LunarClan cats can, due to their broad shoulders and large sizes. 

           Weasels - Weasels are hard for SolarClan cats to catch, due to their quickness, but most apprentices are able to catch them in the first moon of their training.

           Birds - Multiple types of birds live in this territory, including owls, hawks, falcons, sparrows, bluejays and more.

           Porcupines - Porcupines are not really considered prey as they are hard to eat without getting a muzzle fur of spikes.

           Deer - Deer are only to be hunted in severe times as they are huge and can easily kill cats.

           ୧‿̩͙ ˖︵ ꕀ⠀ ♱⠀ ꕀ ︵˖ ‿̩͙୨

           Distinguishing Features

          ୧‿̩͙ ˖︵ ꕀ⠀ ♱⠀ ꕀ ︵˖ ‿̩͙୨

          SolarClan cats are often very big and can range from being fluffy to short-pelted. They have broad shoulders and large paws, which make them hard to fight due to their brute strength. SolarClan cat pelts are usually the color of the forest around them (brown, black, red, orange, grey, etc) but they can also be the color of the Sun itself (orange, yellow, white, etc.) They have large ears, to let cool breezes come in and they have short whiskers, as they don't navigate through darkness much. They are usually very loud and rude to other cats, but to their family and friends they are loyal and kind. They love keeping things, even if they don't need them, and they aren't organized. They fight messy, but sometimes it is a good tactic to do so, as it confuses the attackers.

           ୧‿̩͙ ˖︵ ꕀ⠀ ♱⠀ ꕀ ︵˖ ‿̩͙୨

        CUSTOMS AND TRADITIONS

           ୧‿̩͙ ˖︵ ꕀ⠀ ♱⠀ ꕀ ︵˖ ‿̩͙୨

           SolarClan has different traditions and customs from LunarClan, but some are similar.

           Kit Ceremonies -

           1. When kits are born, they are given their names an hour later, so that their names match their personality and fur.

           2. Kits are allowed to go out in the forest, as long as a warrior is with them. This is to help them get used to the forest and to the Sun.

           3. Every moon, the kits must go out to what is called the SunRock and sit on it. This helps the kits gain a friendship with the Sun.

           Apprentice Ceremonies - 

           1. When an apprentice is given their apprentice name, they are to pick the mentor that they think will help them the most. Then that apprentice and their mentor must go to the SunRock and hope for guidance from the Sun.

           2. An Apprentice and their mentor on the first day of training must catch a piece of prey and set it on the SunRock, defending that prey for the rest of that day against any predators that may come across.

           3. Apprentices must find a feather by what is known as the SunBird (A large bird whose feather shines the colors of the sun herself) and put it in their bed. This is to help make sure that when the apprentice is sleeping, no evil moon spirits will come and take them.

            Warrior Ceremonies -

            1. When a warrior is given their warrior name, they are to hunt and bring gifts to the SunRock to show thanks for keeping them alive during the years they have lived.

            2. Warriors, after hunting, must take a piece of that prey and put it on the SunRock, unless it is leaf-bare and they must look after their clanmates more.

            3. A Warrior must go out every moon and lay on the SunRock, letting her speak and guide them through their life.

            Medicine Cat Ceremonies - 

             1. When chosen to be a Medicine Cat, the current Medicine Cat must go to StarDrops with that apprentice and ask if that is the right decision. After StarClan's guidance, the cats must go to SunRock to approve what StarClan has told them.

             2. Every moon, Medicine Cats must go to the SunRocks and ask for guidance. This helps them work through visions.

             3. Every moon, Medicine Cats go to StarDrops to share tongues and talk to StarClan cats.

             Deputy Ceremonies -

             1. When chosen to be a Deputy, that cat must go to the SunRocks to make sure the Sun agrees with this choice.

             2. The Deputy and the Leader talk every moon to make sure that the Deputy is doing to the best of their ability.

             3. A Deputy is allowed to pick their own apprentice (with the leader's acceptance, of course), but they must talk to the Sun before they ask the Leader. This will make sure that  they are making the correct decision. 

              Leader Ceremonies -

               1. Every moon, the Leader will rest on the SunRocks three times to insure that they are doing the best they can.

                2. If a Leader feels they are unfit for the role, after 3 moons, they can ask the Sun to strip them of their lives so they become a normal warrior again with their warrior name.

                3. The Leader (if they wish) can visit the StarDrops at least once per moon.

               Elder Ceremonies - 

               1. When a cat wishes to retire, they are to go to the leader and tell them. They can be off duty for that day until it is official. 

               2. On the last day of being a Warrior, Medicine Cat, Queen, or more, friends and family of that cat gather on the SunRocks, thanking the Sun and having a clam, friendly party.

               3. When a cat (of any rank) dies, they are to be set on the SunRocks, guarded by their friends and family, to ward off predators who may smell the cat. To keep the cat's body safe, they cover the body in beautiful smelling flowers and plants, often to the liking of that cat. Once the day is over, the friends and family take the cat to a spot around the border of the territory, burying it so that it's body may be safe from the Moon and so that their spirit protects the border of the clans.

              ୧‿̩͙ ˖︵ ꕀ⠀ ♱⠀ ꕀ ︵˖ ‿̩͙୨

                                Beliefs

             ୧‿̩͙ ˖︵ ꕀ⠀ ♱⠀ ꕀ ︵˖ ‿̩͙୨

                SolarClan cats are religious, but they often like to joke around and can be strong and stubborn.

               1. SolarClan, like LunarClan, believe in StarClan, but they believe that the Sun is the Leader of StarClan, while the Moon is the Leader of the DarkForest.

               2. SolarClan believes that they were granted trees by the Sun, so that they can hide away from the moon at night. 

               3. They believe that the closer to the Moon you are, the more evil you are. 

                ୧‿̩͙ ˖︵ ꕀ⠀ ♱⠀ ꕀ ︵˖ ‿̩͙୨

                              STARDROPS

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                StarDrops is the place that cats come to communicate with StarClan. There is a path to go to this sacred place that cuts straight through the two clan's borders. Light blue and dark blue glowing fungi light the way on the LunarClan border side, and golden and orange glowing fungi light the way on the SolarClan border side. Cats are to have safe passage as they pad their way to the StarDrops.

                  At the end of the path comes a small circle of glowing forest that looks frightening on the outside, which often wards away prey, predators, and TwoLegs. However, once you push past the vines and the trees blocking the rest of the path, you will find a large clearing where trees cover the sky except for a hole in the middle. A huge rock standing in the middle with a mysterious opening in it. Cats walk in and pad through a very large and spacious tunnel, with fireflies lighting the way, colors of the rainbow. After you pad for a long while, you will find a large space of green, beautiful grass and a huge waterfall, strange as it is in the middle of this tall rock. Clear, crystal water pours from the top of the ceiling and droplets of what look like stars spray off it. Cats gather around the lake, and wait for one of these droplets to fall on their forehead. Cats of SolarClan will visit StarClan and the Sun while cats of LunarClan will visit StarClan and the Moon.

                   StarClan Cats: -open- | 0/20 spots filled 

                   DarkForest Cats: -open- | 0/10 spots filled

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