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[size=6pt]TEMPLATE ©BOKEH | BEWARE OF HIDDEN SCROLLIE | #BOKEHFANCY[/size]
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| [fancypost bgcolor=; border: solid 5px #2E2E2E; width: 100px; height: 190px; background: url(http://imgur.com/cIzDqtG.jpg); background-size: cover; padding: 10px; margin-left: -9px;][/fancypost] | [fancypost bgcolor=#2E2E2E; border: none; width: 340px; height: 23px; padding: 0px; font-size: 14px; line-height: 22px; text-align: center; color: white; font-family: georgia; margin-bottom: 2px; letter-spacing: 2px;]introduction & rules[/fancypost][fancypost bgcolor=#2E2E2E; border: none; width: 320px; height: 175px; padding: 10px; overflow: hidden][fancypost bgcolor=; border: none; width: 320px; height: 175px; padding: 0px; padding-right: 27px; overflow: auto][fancypost bgcolor=; border: none; width: 320px; min-height: 175px; padding: 0px; font-size: 10px; line-height: 12px; text-align: justify; color: #e6e6e6; font-family: verdana] Many moons ago the clan lived in peace, led by the gracious Berrystar. On the verge of new discoveries, an omen was spoken yet dismissed as a bad dream. A stranger arrived on the border, and he shook the whole clan from within. He was a charming foreigner with tales the clan could never have fathomed. He spoke of life past the borders, enticing his audience with the promise of lavishes beyond their wildest dreams. Berrystar was swift to allow him to become apart of the pack, and so he stuck out like a ruby in a diamond mine. During the beginning of the stranger's stay, two cats were born to the leader that would alter history. As the sons grew and matured, they began to notice a shift in the atmosphere. On a fine spring morning, the pair of yearlings experienced their father's death. The stranger, welcomed and adored by the clan, challenged Berrystar out of cold-blood. The leader refused to fight, sure his clan would defend him, yet underneath the trance rested lies and conspiracies. Slaughtered in front of his family, peaceful Berrystar had lost, and the stranger became the new ruler. During his reign, the king released the clan from their spiritual beliefs. He forced upon them a religion from his own residence, one that they could never trust in. While the tyrant kept the favor of his liberal friends, behind the scenes the resentment grew. The true shaman of the pack, Honeyfrost, sought wisdom from the Moon Tree. She was enlightened with an idea, so with her most loyal friend, they forged the Lunar Alliance. Every full moon the cats met by the Moon Tree, plotting a revolution against their dictator. During the night the cats of the alliance vanished, leaving those behind to suffer the consequences of their treachery. Upon seeing this, the furious king followed to retrieve them all. Once found, friends turned on each other and families broke into pure war. Blood shed, hatred, and deception filled the once loving clan. With both numbers falling, the shaman knew the king must be killed in order to halt this battle. She sent the alphas two young sons, Bearscar and Shadewillow, to flee for help. For two days and two nights the fighting continued. Dawn of the third day was met with distant cries. The sons had returned with reinforcements -- loners, rogues, and kittypets. It was their last hope, but the extra willing bodies helped to push the king's army back. As the night approached and the pale moon rose, the leader was in the jaws of the shaman, never to be seen again. Those who stood beside the king were exiled. Those who fought for their ancestors were honored, and thus began a new generation for the clan. [hr] [b]CLAN LAWS |
| ➳ The word of the leader goes without question. ➳ You will never kill a bird for sport or food, no matter the circumstances. Birds are sacred to the clan. ➳ You have already pledged to sacrifice your life for the clan's beliefs. ➳ You will not engage in any acts with the exiled or with loners. ➳ All unusual activity observed must be reported to the leader or deputy. ➳ No cat will journey without proper knowledge of what they will face. ➳ A former loner, rogue, or kittypet may not hold a high position of power. ➳ Respect all traditions, leaders, and laws. MY RULES ↠ Have fun ♥ ↠ If you are confused, ask me directly since I'm the one who thought of this shite. I will gladly explain anything to you because I am aware I can be a bit befuddling. ↠ This is an advanced thread, therefore I have high standards for your posts. I expect at least two chunky paragraphs per reply. Put effort into your posts. Please c: ↠ Please use a fancypost when roleplaying! It makes everything look more neat ♥ ↠ I really hate doing this, but I will refuse your form if I don't think you can meet my requirements. I will eagerly stalk your posts to judge you. But, if you'd like, you can always prove me wrong. ↠ No mean shite outside of roleplaying. Keep drama within the RP. ↠ Please no perfect characters. If you want your cat to have the gyrfalcon feather then you can suggest it in your form somewhere but it will be up to me to decide if your character really is the most lovely thing ever. ↠ Keep your kitties realistic! I will accept odd colored eyes as long as they aren't neon or anything. But everything else should be kept natural when it comes to appearance. I also do not mind a few realistic accessories if they used to be a kittypet/loner/rogue. as a side note: every cat in the clan should have either medium length or long fur. they live in a harsh environment + ya know, feathers gotta stay in. ↠ Even genders are cool. ↠ All forum rules apply! c: [/fancypost][/fancypost][/fancypost] |
| [fancypost bgcolor=#2E2E2E; border: none; width: 340px; height: 23px; padding: 0px; font-size: 14px; line-height: 22px; text-align: center; color: white; font-family: georgia; margin-bottom: 2px; letter-spacing: 2px; margin-left: -9px]beliefs & traditions[/fancypost][fancypost bgcolor=#2E2E2E; border: none; width: 320px; height: 175px; padding: 10px; overflow: hidden; margin-left: -9px;][fancypost bgcolor=; border: none; width: 320px; height: 175px; padding: 0px; padding-right: 27px; overflow: auto][fancypost bgcolor=; border: none; width: 320px; min-height: 175px; padding: 0px; font-size: 10px; line-height: 12px; text-align: justify; color: #e6e6e6; font-family: verdana] As a kit, each cat is developing their skills and personality that will determine their feathers. Once they come of age, a kit is ready to get their first feather. The young cats will travel either solo or in packs to the destination of where their birds tend to roam. It is then up to them how they want to get their feather. Killing a bird is forbidden, and is punishable by being thrown out of the clan. Clan cats are encouraged to scavenge feathers. This can take days or weeks, depending on the season that they leave on their journey. Once they find their feather, they return to the clan. The shaman will then proceed to award the young feline by entangling their feather in the thick fur around their neck. Not all, but most cats will go on more than one journey in their life. Since you earn your feather, you can have more than one. Each quest is just like the first -- except you usually are heading in a different direction. The clan has extensive knowledge of their land, therefore over the generations more cats have been returning. It is possible for a cat to be deemed unworthy, and the spirits will ensure the cat does not return. If all is well, then the ancestors will guide the feline to have a safe trip to and fro. Each bird is chosen specifically to guide every cat in their predestined path. It's an honor to make the journey. ────────────────────────────────────────────── Each feather a cat receives holds a different meaning. To the knowledgeable, it is how to immediately distinct a cat and their rank. Here I will explain each feather, how they are earned, and the symbolism behind them. Albatross Given to cats who are larger than the rest. This feather symbolizes strength and rarity, for these birds are hard to seek out on the coast. Rare and precious, just as large cats are in the clan. Only a cat worthy of this feather could ever face the flocks of the gigantic birds. Feathers are either a sooty brown or white with black tips, depending on the species you encounter. Chickadee Given to cats who are smaller than the rest. This feather symbolizes a timid soul that may be more hardworking than the rest. Easily found, as to keep it as simple as possible for these cats. Many past warriors have proudly adorned this feather even though it is seen as one of the weaker privileges. Feathers vary from dark grey, to lighter grey with streaks of white at the base. Crane Given to cats who are loud, or otherwise chatty. The piercing cry of a crane can be heard for miles. This feather symbolizes those who can fill the area with cheer and song. These cats love to howl, socialize, and speak in general. Feathers are a creamy grey blending out into tawny. Dove Given to cats who are mates. Doves are always associated with love because they are loyal to one partner only. This feather symbolizes devotion and affection for mates, swearing them together until death do they part. Feathers are a creamy grey with a thick black stripe separating the white tip. Duck Given to cats who have a tendency to love the water. This feather symbolizes purity and rebirth. Ducks were the first birds for the ancestors to notice molting. They assumed the water washed away any mistakes, therefore giving them a new innocent coat. This is considered one of the most beautiful awards. Feathers should be a royal deep blue on one side, washed out black on the other, and white at the tip. Eagle [i]Bald |
| -- Automatically given to leaders of the clan. This feather symbolizes clear leadership and authority. It is also associated with being a regal predator of the highest ranking. These feathers can also be awarded to cats who could be considered a "war hero". Feathers are white at the base and cut to charcoal around the middle of the feather. Golden -- Automatically given to deputies of the clan. This feather symbolizes shadowed authority. The cat wearing the feather is a regal predator, but not all see it as evidently as they see the Bald Eagle feathers. Feathers are white at the base, fading into light tawny with darker brown stripes, and a chocolate tip. Eider Given to cats who are secretive. This feather symbolizes a mask. The cats who have this feather may be known liars or manipulators. They always have an illusory agenda, choosing to conceal their feelings and the truth rather than spewing it out. This feather holds a negative effect for the wearer, and is another one considered to be weak, but more so pathetic. These cats are deemed untrustworthy to their clan. Feathers are scorched white on one face of the feather, while on the other they're cloudy ebony. Goose Given to cats who are aggressive. This feather symbolizes anger and possession. The cats who earn this title can have sharp tongues, often finding themselves in disputes over small issues. They have short tempers, and are unafraid to strike first. Feathers can be white fading to grey, creamy grey fading to dark grey, or white fading to black. Grouse Automatically given to the commander. This feather symbolizes attention and competition. The commander is in charge of organizing and usually leading each hunt or fight. They are fierce cats who can catch the attention of others, keeping them in line and in their place. Feathers are black up until the tip, where there is a straight cut line of white. Gyrfalcon Given to cats who possess true beauty and grace. This feather symbolizes the pulchritudinous nature that others find attractive. A cat so beautiful, graceful, and endearing comes along every so often. Usually a fae who can charm the fur off of her clan mates. A cat like this can earn the gyrfalcon stamp, yet it is highly uncommon. This is the rarest of awards to earn. Feathers are soft and white with ebony dots fading into stripes. Hawk Automatically given to the delta. This feather symbolizes hidden potential. The hawk is a versatile predator, but is lower on the food chain because of its size. The delta has less experience and wisdom than the leader or deputy, but is still being trained to be a regal killer like the rest. Within time, this cat can blossom. Feathers are cream striped with tawny and tipped with a pale muddy color. Hummingbird Unlike every other feather, this is not a symbol of status that you are awarded. A cat who finds a hummingbird feather is considered lucky. Their attention to detail is praised. Because the feathers are minuscule and fragile, these are kept safe as a personal "prize". The swift hummingbird symbolizes swift fortune for the carrier of their wings. Feathers are tiny, and are painted orange, green, and black with a soft white tip. Jay Given to cats who are silly. This feather symbolizes optimism. A cat who dons this feather is usually the life of the clan. They're always in a good mood, and at the ready to cheer others up. They have a great sense of humor, and are as playful as kits. Feathers are a lovely hue of blue with pale dark stripes near the tip. Kestrel Given to cats who are swift or have superior stamina. This feather symbolizes energy needed for survival. Those who can perform tasks quickly are appreciated by the clan. The cats who earn this feather shall act as messengers if danger ever occurred to the clan. Feathers are a bright tawny with a black and white tip. Osprey Given to cats who are skilled primal predators. This feather symbolizes proficient hunting. Cats can train their whole lives to earn this worthy title, while some are simply born with the talent. Those who have truly mastered hunting can earn it. Commanders normally are awarded this feather within time. Feathers are cream with pale tawny stripes that fade into black. Owl Automatically given to elders. This feather symbolizes age and wisdom. The owl is often seen in dreams of shamans leading them to visions. Elders are the most experienced in the clan, and have much advice to offer just like the owls do in the spiritual dreams. Feathers are a dirty cream with thick brown stripes leading to tawny, continuing with darker stripes until the very tip. Ptarmigan Automatically given to queens. This feather symbolizes individuality and change. Each feather is unique, as two Ptarmigans don't have the exact same markings. Like many animals in winter, this bird grows white feathers to blend in with their surrounding snow. A cat who has gone through a drastic transformation can also earn this. Owners of this feather normally have one feather from spring and one from winter. Feathers in spring are white with striped tawny patches splattered randomly along the feather. Feathers in winter are pure white. Raven Automatically given to the exiled, even if the cat chooses to dispose of their feathers. This feather symbolizes humility and disrespect. Ravens are considered the ugliest of birds, and definitely the biggest pest. Unknown to most, Ravens are one of the smartest birds, just as the exiled are some of the smartest cats to have ever been in the clan. Those with this feather are shown little respect or tolerance. Feathers are a shiny black color. Sparrow Automatically given to apprentices. This feather symbolizes unity. The cats who wear this are the backbone of the clan. They're the majority who, if they choose, can sway the clan in the direction they want. The smaller feather may appear insignificant, but it does represent an important role. Feathers are small and gray with lighter stripes lining it. Swan Automatically given to shamans. This feather symbolizes beauty, peace, and hope. The white represents divinity, since the shamans are the direct connection to the spirits. Their unnatural communication has saved the clan multiple times in the past. Those who wear this feather are crucial to the clan. They spread love and hope to keep the clan sane. Feathers are solely white, and much more soft than any of the others.[/fancypost][/fancypost][/fancypost] |
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| [fancypost bgcolor=; border: solid 5px #2E2E2E; width: 100px; height: 190px; background: url(http://imgur.com/Rj1Ibnl.jpg); background-size: cover; padding: 10px; margin-left: -9px;][/fancypost] | [fancypost bgcolor=#2E2E2E; border: none; width: 340px; height: 23px; padding: 0px; font-size: 14px; line-height: 22px; text-align: center; color: white; font-family: georgia; margin-bottom: 2px; letter-spacing: 2px;]the clan & territory[/fancypost][fancypost bgcolor=#2E2E2E; border: none; width: 320px; height: 175px; padding: 10px; overflow: hidden][fancypost bgcolor=; border: none; width: 320px; height: 175px; padding: 0px; padding-right: 27px; overflow: auto][fancypost bgcolor=; border: none; width: 320px; min-height: 175px; padding: 0px; font-size: 10px; line-height: 12px; text-align: justify; color: #e6e6e6; font-family: verdana] hover over icon for more info + click to enlarge [img height=86 width=86]http://imgur.com/cDetfko.jpg[/img][img height=86 width=86]http://IMAGE HERE2[/img][img height=86 width=86]http://imgur.com/jpiIP3H.jpg[/img] [img height=86 width=86]http://imgur.com/JR0yVTY.jpg[/img][img height=86 width=86]http://imgur.com/IPgnDMp.jpg[/img] [img height=86 width=86]http://imgur.com/AlIdAW5.jpg[/img][img height=86 width=86]http://IMAGE HERE4[/img] [img height=86 width=86]http://IMAGE HERE4[/img] [img height=86 width=86]http://imgur.com/W4g2iQs.jpg[/img][img height=86 width=86]http://imgur.com/irCNATH.jpg[/img][img height=86 width=86]http://imgur.com/dF3bH7b.jpg[/img][img height=86 width=86]http://imgur.com/ybQ8zB6.jpg[/img][img height=86 width=86]http://imgur.com/PknC5xS.jpg[/img][img height=86 width=86]http://imgur.com/2tTHBgr.jpg[/img][img height=86 width=86]http://imgur.com/6NFOG2B.jpg[/img] [img height=86 width=86]http://imgur.com/zTdFVu1.jpg[/img][img height=86 width=86]http://IMAGE HERE4[/img][img height=86 width=86]http://IMAGE HERE4[/img][img height=86 width=86]http://IMAGE HERE4[/img][img height=86 width=86]http://IMAGE HERE4[/img][img height=86 width=86]http://IMAGE HERE4[/img] [img height=86 width=86]http://imgur.com/AeKwd3q.jpg[/img][img height=86 width=86]http://IMAGE HERE4[/img][img height=86 width=86]http://IMAGE HERE4[/img] [img height=86 width=86]http://imgur.com/hIMi2El.jpg[/img][abbr=NAME / AGE / GENDER / KIT / PLAYED BY][img height=86 width=86]http://IMAGE HERE4[/img][abbr=NAME / AGE / GENDER / KIT / PLAYED BY][img height=86 width=86]http://IMAGE HERE4[/img] [abbr=ECHOSTREAM / 40 MOONS / GODDESS / LONER / PLAYED BY B O K U T O][img height=86 width=86]http://imgur.com/Avaj6Yw.jpg[/img] ────────────────────────────────────────────── Overview of territory The clan thrives in a lush environment that provides every essential need. The perfect place, it seems like. The clan lives in a pine forest, making their dens near a cliffside. The leader, deputy, and their mates share a den, which is a roomy cave carved into the small cliff. The commander, their mate, and the delta with their mate sleep directly to the left in a den made from a fallen spruce tree. The thick trunk and branches provide protection, while bushes have naturally grown around it to keep out any weather or curious eyes. The queens sleep in an abandoned fox hole to the right of the leader's den, the safest place for kits to hide. Warriors and apprentices sleep either in the open, snuggled near a tree, or underneath a bush. During the chilling winter, these cats will dig dens from the snow that copy the design of the nursery. Up the path atop the cliff rests the elder and shaman dens. The shaman makes their den from a pile of boulders that crumbled down from the nearby mountain. The entrance was dug out to provide easier access for all cats to come in. The elder den is a collection of bushes specifically placed near the shaman. Beyond the forest is the lake, where the cats pass to their rich hunting grounds. Since the lake has a bit of distance from the den site, the clan gets their main water source from the streams that run from the mountain to fuel the lake. In the winter when these streams are frozen, the lake does become the main water source. Past the lake is the beginning of the tundra, where the abundant prey of hare, mice, and snakes roam. A danger of fox and large herd animals like moose and caribou in the summer normally prevent the clan from hunting there. The forest provides prey, but not as well as the fields. Continuing onward through the tundra, after many days of travel, will get you to the coast. The fatty predators known as seals and the stinky prey fish are promising here, but only desperate or journeying cats ever dare to go that far. Polar Bears make their home there, much larger and more intimidating than the clan's common Grizzly Bear. Not to mention the whales that will snatch a seal right from the shoreline. Traveling the opposite way of the coast and over the mountains will bring you to the twoleg facilities. Cats have not explored that territory much, because most don't make it out. Every summer, there is only a few hours of night time. Every winter, the sun doesn't come out for months. [/fancypost][/fancypost][/fancypost] |
| [fancypost bgcolor=#2E2E2E; border: none; width: 340px; height: 23px; padding: 0px; font-size: 14px; line-height: 22px; text-align: center; color: white; font-family: georgia; margin-bottom: 2px; letter-spacing: 2px; margin-left: -9px]the lunar alliance[/fancypost][fancypost bgcolor=#2E2E2E; border: none; width: 320px; height: 175px; padding: 10px; overflow: hidden; margin-left: -9px;][fancypost bgcolor=; border: none; width: 320px; height: 175px; padding: 0px; padding-right: 27px; overflow: auto][fancypost bgcolor=; border: none; width: 320px; min-height: 175px; padding: 0px; font-size: 10px; line-height: 12px; text-align: justify; color: #e6e6e6; font-family: verdana] The Lunar Alliance is a secret society that formed during the reign of Stormstar. It survived and still remains in the clan for a select few felines, albeit the rest of the clan assumes it disassembled after the king was defeated. The society's purpose is to keep control of the clan. Its members are made up of the most intelligent and manipulative cats the clan has to offer. The leader may be included in the society but not always; although a higher ranking is always welcomed into the alliance for deceptive purposes. The Lunar Alliance knows their combined influence is more powerful than any leader ever could be. There is an overseer of the society that outranks the leader if the leader is not the overseer of the alliance. The overseer is the true ruler, and is elected by the council out of popular vote. The overseer will remain in power until the other members vote again with a vast majority in favor of a new leader. To join the secret society you will be contacted directly by a member. Not much else is known about the elusive group. [/fancypost][/fancypost][/fancypost] |
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| [fancypost bgcolor=#2E2E2E; border: none; width: 155px; height: 20px; padding: 0px; font-size: 12px; line-height: 22px; text-align: center; color: white; font-family: georgia; letter-spacing: 0px; margin-left: -9px;]roleplay thread[/fancypost] | [fancypost bgcolor=#2E2E2E; border: none; width: 155px; height: 20px; padding: 0px; font-size: 12px; line-height: 22px; text-align: center; color: white; font-family: georgia; letter-spacing: 0px;]plotting thread[/fancypost] | [fancypost bgcolor=#2E2E2E; border: none; width: 156px; height: 20px; padding: 0px; font-size: 12px; line-height: 22px; text-align: center; color: white; font-family: georgia; letter-spacing: 0px;]miscellaneous[/fancypost] |
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