Harlequins..
"All theatres are theatres of war. War must needs be theatrical." Harlequin saying-
Overview
The Harlequins are an old order that consist of enigmatic warriors. They have no sworn enemis. They attack clans,tribes,anti-clans, etc. With little or no warning at all. Many see this as a random act. But the Harlequins insist they are doing it for a reason. A reason they do not share with anyone but themselves. Harlequins must pass a trial known only as "The Ritual" upon initiation into a Harlequin band. This ritual binds them to the Laughing God, which is said to free them from the fear normal cats have. The Harlequins are highly accomplished warriors and each Trouper, as their warriors are called, can be considered almost a one-cat army in melee combat. They are already graceful and lithe from their lifestyle and dances and battles. They are also known for their gruelsome combat skills. Swiping, slicing, clawing and biting without skill, they lash out in joyous fury. Charging into the enemy ranks while swiping at anything that gets to close.
Ranks
Troupe Master - Kenarion- (Shadow King)
Troupe Commanders- (3)-Open
Shadowseers-(2)-Open
Solitaires-(2)-Open
Death Jesters(10)-Open
Master Mimes(2)-Open
Mimes(unlimited)-Open
Troupes(unlimited)-Open
Brides(unlimited)-Open
Kits(Unlimited)-Open
Rank Overview
Troupe Master- The sole leader of the Harlequins. The chosen warrior of Cegorach or the Laughing God as he is commonly known as.
Troupe Commanders- Cats who have the Masters favor are known as Troup Commanders. These cats see that every warrior is ready to do his or her own part in the battle. They are surprisingly the most serious Harlequins. (Which dosn't say much)
Shadowseers- These cats heal the wounded. But they are also warriors in their own right. They are tasked with causing as much confusing as possible hours before the battle.
Death Jesters- Unlike their kin, Death Jesters are risk takers, happy crazy warriors with a very cruel sense of humor. They laugh at dark thoughts and ideas. They are some of the most fearsome Harlequins. They are also fond of the saying. " Dancing with Death."
Master Mime- An advicer for the Master. He/she helps in anyway they can. He/she is usually sent out to do the talking. But they also do many of the secret killing. They are known has feared assassins in their own right.
Mimes- Apprentices who follow the Master Mime where ever he goes. They are usually sent for assassation missions.
Troupes- Common warriors.
Brides- She-cats who are about to have kits.
Religon
Cegorach*Also known as the Laughing God, the Great Harlequin, the Great Fool, and the First Fool. His worshipers arnt zealots who kill if you don't believe in him.(Outsiders only) But they will more than likely make rude jokes or do something that more than likely won't seem funny to you but it will seem funny to them.