Plot
At the moment none, but look for a plot discussion thread below and pitch in even if you don't want to join, your time will not be wasted.
History
Light of Newborn Darkness began with a mysterious cat called Darkness. He was mostly a brutal fighter and he wanted to find others like him so he found a she-cat willing to be his mate, Littlelight. Littlelight became pregnant and she gave birth to four kits, all but one still born. Before long, The one kit, Hope, became full grown and went off for other cats like her parents and her. When she came back, she found her parents gone and dead. She grieved then became determined to fulfill her father's wish of starting a band of cats willing to do anything to achieve their goals. She went on a journey to find the ideal spot for her group and found it then she settled down. Soon enough, cats gravitated towards her and she gained the ability to rule well.
Religion
Hope believes that water is the reflections of all life. She also believes that rain is a blessing as it comes from the stars where the waters run deep. She trusts that the world is always moving around in the water called Chó̱ros(Greek for space). She believes that the gods protect her and her Band of Cats.
Aphrodite
The sensual goddess of Love and Beauty
[img width=340 height=500]http://i1091.photobucket.com/a…7/PamVanDeusen/Apollo.jpg[/img]Apollo
The youthful god of the Sun and the Music
[img width=520 height=390]http://i1091.photobucket.com/a…397/PamVanDeusen/Ares.jpg[/img]Ares
The fierce god of War
Artemis
The wild goddess of the Hunt
[img width=520 height=429]http://i1091.photobucket.com/a…7/PamVanDeusen/Athena.jpg[/img]Athena
The sophisticated goddess of Wisdom and Arts
[img width=520 height=342]http://i1091.photobucket.com/a…/PamVanDeusen/Demeter.jpg[/img]Demeter
The natural goddess of the Harvest
Hades
The gloomy god of the Underworld
Hestia
The calm goddess of the Earth
Poseidon
The moody god of the Seas
Zeus
The heavenly King of the Gods
Territory
Light of Newborn Darkness lives in a camp named Light Cavern. The campsite is deep in the midst of a network of tunnels deep in a mountain. Just outside of came is a River that is called Dark River. Further out of camp, stands a large group of trees. Most of which are Demon Art trees, as they are the ones that they blame their problems on. On the other side of Demon Art Trees lies the Tree of Bold Leaves. Light Cavern is also inside of a large garden, Garden of the Speckling Herbs as it is filled with herbs.
Light Cavern
Padding into the main tunnel, to your right is the Falls' den. On the other side, is the Autumns' den. Further back is the Fires' and Twinkles' and Sparkle's dens. Even further back after the tunnel fans out into a huge cave is the Signals' Illuminations' Dusks' and Twilights' dens. The Gloom and Wicked, Air and Leaves' dens are close by in another set of tunnels and mazes.
Dark River
The river is a very dark, fast moving stream that holds fish enough to feed the entire band but they also feed on Rabbits, Mice, Voles, Birds and other small creatures.
Demon Art Trees
These trees are very dark and ominous, you will hardly ever catch a cat there, it is usually used in terms of weaklings that they wouldn't be able to pass through the Demon Art Trees. It is also used in the ceremonies.
Tree of Bold Leaves
The Tree of Bold Leaves in the Center of a forest. It is used for marriages but other than that other ceremonies are carried out in the camp or in Demon Art Trees.
Garden of Speckling Herbs
This garden holds every type of herb, poisonous or not, Signals teach all kits from a young age which is good and which is bad but then choose Twinkle or Sparkle of their own to teach further in their ways.
Borders
So far the borders are endless, we are bordering no clan but if one would like to sign up a clan to border us, here's the form:
Positions
Twilights [3/3]
They are the three almighty, the three representations of the gods on Gi̱(Greek for Earth). They are the closest to the gods besides the Signals.
Hope ~ Mistystep
Age: 18 Moons
Appearance: Hope is a small munchkin, her fur is a whitish cream color with a creamy, long tail. She has pale blue eyes and short legs. Over all, she is small and adorable but her claws and fangs are long and sharp. She is a fighter and holds herself like one. She is wise and her knowledge is portrayed in her eyes. Her creamy pelt has a warm glow and she is always well groomed.
Activity level(1-10): 9ish, 10ish
Toxic ~ Savage
Age: 16 moons
Appearance: he's a sleek black cat with dark green eyes.
Crush: Illusion
Activity level(1-10): 8
Eclipse ~ Tsuki Sakura Mamoki
Age: 12 moons
Appearance: Sleek white she-cat with amber eyes and black paws.
Crush: Savage
Activity level(1-10): 10+
Dusks [0/3]
The ones that are to become Twilights. They are training hard and are under heavy pressure. They must hold up to the Twilights' expectations or they are going to be demoted.
Signals [0/3]
They are the other ones closest to the Gods. They are highly respected as they are very strong and heal the Light of Newborn Darkness.
Illuminations [0/8]
They are the scouts. They go out and see if clans or tribes are worthy of being allies or enemies. They are trained in stealth and they are allowed to do anything from learning about other clans and tribes to stealing kits. But the kits must then be raised by that Illumination.
Fires [0/unlimited]
They are married couples between Falls and Autumns. They are the strongest cats as cats must be strong to be married as they have to survive the marriage ceremony.
Falls [0/unlimited]
The male warriors that are not married or are young warriors.
Autumns [0/unlimited]
They are the female warriors that are not married.
Twinkle [0/unlimited]
The female apprentices, they are between kit and warrior ages.
Sparkle[0/unlimited]
The male apprentices, they are between kit and warrior ages.
Airs [0/unlimited]
Pregnant or nursing She cats. They really should be married or they are generally looked down upon.
Leaves [0/unlimited]
The kits, looked after by all cats of the Light of Newborn Darkness.
Glooms [0/unlimited]
They are prisoners. They are then assigned to a cat and given duties. They may only be applied for once there are other ranks filled in.
Wickeds [0/unlimited]
They are stolen kits or kits to be stolen. They are tried kindly but no where as nice as the born in kits. They have an option to either become one of the Newborn Darkness or they may become Glooms.
Form To Join:
Threads
Allies and Enemies
Traditions
Ceremonies
Clan meeting:
Twilight says: "Let all cats old enough to catch their own prey, gather here beneath the Stolen Hole for a clan meeting."
Note: During emergencies, summons might be shorter as every moment is vital.
Dusk ceremony:
Twilight says: "The time has come to appoint a new Dusk. I say these words before the body of _______ so that he/she may hear and approve of my choice. __________ will be the new Dusk of ______."
Fall/Autumn ceremony:
Twilight says: "I, _________, Twilight of Light of Newborn Darkness, call upon our warrior ancestors to look down on this Twinkle/Sparkle. He/she has trained hard to understand your noble code, and I commend him/her to you as a warrior in his/her turn. ________, do you promise to uphold the Fire's Code, and to defend and protect this Clan, even at the cost of your life?"
Sparkle/Twinkle that is about to be a warrior says: "I do."
Twilight: "Then by the powers of the Gods, I give you your warrior name. ______, from this moment on, you shall be known as _____________. The Gods honor your _______ and your _______, and we welcome you as a full warrior of Light of Newborn Darkness."
Virtues for:
"The Gods honor your _____ and your _______,"
Determination
Bravery
Courage
Enthusiasm
Independence
Spirit
Honesty
Patience
Forethought
Loyalty
Intelligence
Faith
Strength
Sparkle/Twinkle ceremony:
Twilight says: "_____, your four moons as a Leaf are now done, so it is time to turn you into an Sparkle/Twinkle. From this moment until you earn your Fall/Autumn name, you shall be known as ______."
"_______, you have shown great _________________________. You shall be ______'s mentor. May you pass down everything you know to this apprentice."
Note: During the long blank, show some virtues of that cat to state your reason why you picked them as a mentor.
Dying Twinkle/Sparkle ceremony:
Twilight says: "I ask my warrior ancestors to look down on this Sparkle/Twinkle. He/she has trained hard to understand your code and has now given up his/her life in service for this Clan. Let The Gods receive him/her as a warrior. His/her name will be __________, because _____________. Let the Gods receive him/her by the name of ______________.
Signal Sparkle/Twinkle ceremony:
Signal says at the moonfire: "______________, is it your wish to enter the mysteries of the gods as a Signal?"
Sparkle/Twinkle: "It is."
Signal: "Then come forward."
Sparkle/Twinkle: **comes forward**
"Warriors of the Gods, I present to you this Sparkl/Twinkle. She/he has chosen the life of a Signal. Grant her/him your wisdom and insight so that she/he may understand your ways and heal his/her Clan in accordance to your will."
**both touch noses to the moonfire**
Name changing ceremony:
Twilight says: "Spirits of the Gods, you know every cat by name. I ask you now to take away the name of the cat before you, for it no longer stands for what he/she is. By my authority as Twilight, and the approval of our warrior ancestors, I give this cat a new name. From this moment on, he/she will be known as _____________. We honor his/her _______ and _________."
Signal ceremony:
Signal: "I, ______, Signal of Light of Newborn Darkness, call upon my warrior ancestors to look down on this Sparkle/Twinkle. She/he has trained hard to understand the way of a signal, and with your help she/he will serve your Clan for many moons. ______, do you promise to uphold the way of a Signal, to stand apart from rivalry between Clan and Clan, and to protect all cats equally, even at the cost of your life? "
Signal Sparkle/Twinkle: "I do."
Signal: "Then, by the powers of the Gods, I give you your true name as a Siganl. ______, from this moment you shall be known as ______. The Gods honor your knowledge and certainty, and we welcome you as a full Signal of Light of Newborn Darkness."