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Post by Novi on Jan 6, 2024 19:27:00 GMT -5
Introduction You're lost. Denied it as you might, the truth is inevitable. Glancing up, you glare at the sun as it shines brightly overhead. Hot as it is right now, you know the temperature will drop as soon as night falls. Exhausted as you are and with an empty stomach to top it off, you're not certain you'll last until daybreak.
Heaving a deep sigh, you glance around for shelter. Ignoring the ache in your paws, you dig a ditch and line it with leaves and branches. Over top that, you lay as much of the still warm dirt and sand as you can. Flopping down, you cover yourself and close your eyes.
Against all odds, you wake the next morning. But you can feel it. The lack of water has your head pounding. For a moment, you lay there and wonder if it's worth it to get up at all. As much as the situation sucks, you're not the type to simply wait for death to come. Maybe today, you'll get lucky?
Crawling out of your makeshift nest, you stretch and taste the air in an effort to find prey. Or maybe even water. Instead, the air brings voices to your ears.
"You survived." Weak as you are, when you whirl around to face the speak, you stumble back and fall. A dark tabby she cat stares at you evenly; amber eyes unwavering.
"Where- where did you come from?" You look around in an effort to see where they could've possibly hidden.
"That is not important." Another voice gives you yet another heart attack. This one, a black tomcat as large as some of the wild dogs you've seen prowling around, circles you. "We've been watching you. You've done well so far. Very-"
"You were here?" You practically scream. This whole time you struggled, these strange cats have been watching you? Fury ignites your tired heart. "Why didn't you show yourselves sooner?"
"We are Ghostclan." The she-cat responds impassively. "We do not show ourselves to just anyone. If you'd like to survive, then follow me." With a flick of her tail, she turns and trots away. The tom slides after her.
"I'm glad we don't have to bury you," he murmurs with a hint of amusement as he passes. "The ground after a night frost is hard."
The Camp (special note: the water is clearer than what's depicted ^^)
+Ghostclan actually has two camps, one lower and one higher in anticipation of flooding.
(visual courtesy of @/nightheartfan) 
Entrance to the lower camp, also considered the Main Camp, is tucked behind rough brush. Opening into a wide, uneven space, the clan keeps its prey pile at the common space's center. As both leader and healer, the Spirit Guide's den dips into a large, flat space that's well stocked with herbs and extra materials to make nests as needed. Also on the lower levels of the cavern are the caves for the elders and the nursery. Up another level are the dens for apprentices and perma-paws. Slightly higher still sleep the full named guards and hunters.
To reach the higher camp, cats must climb the red cliffs. About midway up is an overhang that's been surrounded by rocks and mud for more shelter. There are no individual dens and all adult cats rotate who sleeps by the entrance gap.
+The Lake : Outside the cliffs they call home is a small lake. Such close access to water is a risk the founders of the clan decided to take. The lake is deep enough that a cat can easily dive under its surface, but not deep enough to invite twolegs to constantly swim in it. It floods relatively easily, but is also just as quick to recede. No fish are found in its waters.
+Under the shade of nearby trees is the garden that the leader tends to. All cats learn the basics of herb care and application as apprentices helping the leader with it. Because of their duties, perma-paws learn more.
+The shore surrounding the lake is well met for sunning and relaxing as well as serving as a good spot to train with so much extra surveillance availability.
The Territory A Work In Progress
+The Valley of Silence : The clan's ancestral burial grounds are located about 1 day's walk north of the lake where the land is greener. Believed to have been carved after countless floods, it's considered inappropriate to speak when entering the lands or risk disturbing the dead who wish for nothing more than rest.
+Twoleg Settlement : Located a 5 - 7 day walk south of camp is the twoleg settlement. Twoleg visits are not unheard of for Ghostclan, but also not as common as what one might expect.
+The Wetlands : A 2 day journey southeast, these wetlands are home to rarer prey as well as, more important, rarer herbs. The leader may send a patrol this way for more supplies.
+High Rock : This massive rock formation is half a day's walk northwest of camp. Considered a rite of passage for guards, apprentices have from sun up until sun down to scale it. +Sand Maze : Traditionally, this cluster of rocks that's almost a days walk southwest of camp serves as a hunter's rite of passage. When night falls, the apprentice must evade capture until sunrise from the Head Hunter and one other. +
About the Clan Open to Suggestions, Also Considered a Work in Progress
+Ghostclan has a very special relationship with their ancestors and death is treated as something sacred, regardless of the kind of cat someone was when alive. Upon death, if accepted, cats become members of Celestialclan. If denied entry, a cat is given two options: reincarnation or banishment to wander the world of the living as a restless soul for the remainder of their afterlife.
+A leader chooses their successor only after their death. When the moon rises the night of, their spirit appears above the lake in Ghostclan's camp. The selected cat swims to the moon's reflection and slips beneath the water. The spirit of the previous leader joins with the new one; imparting to them all the knowledge and experience they had. However, the individual memories of leaders before their predecessor are not as clear and become hazier the farther back a cat goes.
Upon completion of the ceremony, the new leader takes the prefix of the old leader's name as their suffix and is now referred to as the Spirit Guide.
To support the leader, two cats are named the Head Guard or the Head Hunter. They assist in the day to day running of the clan. While it's not guaranteed that one of them will succeed the Spirit Guide, it's most commonly seen. It's also common for cats to remain in these positions until retirement, even after a change in leadership. In order to be considered for Head Guard or Head Hunter, a cat must have successfully mentored an apprentice.
+On the longest night of the year, as the clan says goodbye to Leaf-fall and prepare themselves for Leaf-bare, all able to travel make the journey to the Valley of Silence. There, they pay their respects and sleep with the hopes of reuniting with lost loved ones in their dreams.
+Roles for the clan are split between hunters and guards. At 6 moons, kits spend time with both to learn the basics under the tutelage of the Head Guard and Hunter. At 7 moons, they're sorted and given a dedicated mentor.
In order to achieve their full names, cats undergo the Trial of the Ancestors. Regardless of training, all cats face the ordeal during their 18th moon of life. Not one moon sooner, not one moon later. When the moon is at its peak, the apprentice will dive into its reflection within the water of the camp and encounter a cat of Celestialclan. Each cat's trial is unique and it's forbidden to speak of their own. Failure means death. If a cat resurfaces, they are hailed by their new name.
An individual is allowed to refuse the ordeal, but to do so means they will forever be a -paw. They will be forbidden to take a mate and have kits. Any offspring of the cat will be exiled if not killed outright. Perma-paws are relegated to most of the 'grunt' work of the clan: fetching bedding, keeping the camp clean (this includes removing debris out of the lake), assisting the leader in tending to the gardens, and various other odd and end jobs. They also eat last.
+Because of their unique traditions, outsiders are not often welcomed into the clan. If a cat wishes to join, they must pass the Trial of the Ancestors outright. Faced with such a choice, most opt to be escorted to the nearest twoleg settlement. If the clan encounters one who cannot make such a life changing decision for themselves, such as a kit, the outsider(s) are left in the nearest twoleg settlement.
+With how far the clan's territory stretches, these cats have high stamina and rough pads. Most of their fur is darker and on the shorter side. Cats with brighter fur color them with mud to not only blend in, but also protect them from the sun. Most activity is done in the early morning and late evening. It's not unusual for hunting patrols to be gone overnight in search of prey.
Given how scarce prey is, these cats are used to eating only once a day. Exceptions are made for expecting and nursing queens who are fed twice when possible. |
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Post by Novi on Jan 6, 2024 19:27:29 GMT -5
Roleplay Rules +All forum rules apply.
+This is a realistic roleplay. No spotlighting, godmodding, powerplaying, or Mary Sues. Your cats aren't perfect, they don't catch every prey they go for, or leave all battles unscathed. Not all cats survive big events. These events could be an attack, an illness, or anything that's planned and where cats could die.
-Please note that all queens will be expected to complete a full 3 moon term unless issues during pregnancy such as an early kitting are pre-determined. This rule is to keep clan numbers under control.
+All orientations and identities of characters are accepted and welcomed.
+Please keep OOC, non-planning chatter to a minimum and within ()[]{}.
+When a new day starts, you are still able to finish up patrols or whatever from the previous day. All frozen cats will be freed up once the morning begins.
-Moon/age timeskips will occur by agreement of current, active members. There is no set schedule for these to take place, but a general consensus will be taken after a 'major' event and/or main plot progress has occurred in roleplay. Folks are also more than welcome to ask for them at need. These timeskips will be tracked and noted in the News section.
+If you are going to quit or be busy, then just let me know. No offense taken.
Roleplay Information +News1/6:
+Clan has been made
+Gorseleap is 2 months along; expecting Shadefur's kits
+Plots
Coming Soon
+Prey:
(animals marked with a * are hunted only when times are desperate):
Various rodents
Lizards
*Snakes
*Scorpions
Aardvark
Meerkat
Rabbits
+Predators:
Wild dogs
Raptors
Foxes
Animals to be left alone:
Emu
Kangaroo
+Setting:
+Ghostclan territory is based off the Australian Outback- its Northern portion more specifically- and is considered an arid zone.
+(according to google) In summer (December–February), average temperatures range between 68F-95F. In winter (June–August), the average temperature range is 37–68F. Spring and autumn see warm days and cool evenings.
+Winter nights are freezing and winter mornings tend to frost over
Joining Cat's Name | Age in Moons | Rank | username
Description (includes appearance, personality, background/family and anything else of note)
Pic (if you have one)
+Please only make as many cats as you can handle and do your best to keep genders even. As well as keep in mind the number of available mentors
+Due to the clan's traditions, you cannot join with a pregnant outsider or motherless kits- these cats would have been escorted to the twoleg settlement if not left to perish on their own
+Permanent queen is not a rank this roleplay. To fulfill a similar role, the rank would be perma-paw |
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Post by Novi on Jan 6, 2024 19:27:55 GMT -5
Allegiances Lionsoul | 73 Moons | Spirit Guide | thenovice
Previously the Head Guard, Lionsoul is strong and intelligent. He values loyalty and hard work. With a blank resting face and a quieter nature, many believe him to be cold and emotionless. However he's actually very easy going. Due to his long fur, most nights cats can hear him grumbling to himself when he gets various plants and dirt stuck in it. It's not that he considered himself vain and must be clean at all times, but when a leaf tickles your side long enough it gets annoying. Originally he'd wanted to turn down the position of Spirit Guide; he did not think himself close enough to their ancestors to fulfill the role requested of him. Not to mention that, privately, he did not want to trade a life patrolling and protecting his clanmates for tending herbs and taking a back seat to clan life. His predecessor, Soulmoon, reminded him of his duty and eventually Lionsoul relented. Still, he's careful to not appear too wishful of his old duties. 
Head Hunter
Cedarpelt | 50 moons | Head Guard | blizzardsfang
Cedarpelt is an extremely loyal tom with a strong disdain for outsiders. He doesn't like to sit idle and has a hard time taking anything lightly. He believes in respect above all else and he would do well to take a joke once in a while. Cedarpelt was Lionsouls first apprentice and is still extremely defensive over the older tom. He believes the code is above all else and isn't afraid to defend it with his life. He is an extremely strong fighter and takes his role very seriously. He doesn't believe failure is an option and would rather die than fail to protect his clan. 
Hunters Galestep | 24 Moons | Hunter | Junospower
Short-hair tabby tom with bluish-gray eyes. Galestep is a hard working and dedicated young tom, eager to please and willing to work. Galestep was born and raised into the clan and hopes to one day make Head Hunter through effort rather than unchecked ambitions. He is pretty open hearted, usually not afraid of speaking his mind or speaking out against others. He has a habit of over-working himself in an effort of providing for the clan and has a hard time saying “no” when the work piles on, leading him to appear stubborn at times.
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Mistcloud | 45 moons | Hunter | Hawky2581
She is a silver and gray cat with black spots and yellow eyes. She has a few scars on her both of her front legs. Mistcloud is a logical cat who likes to plan things in advance. She is a bit of a perfectionist and does her best to be good at everything. She is a witty cat with a dry sense of humor. Born and raised in the clan. She is a only child and thus had high expectation placed on her.
Claystorm | 38 moons | Hunter | blizzardsfang
Claystorm is a sleek tom who can somehow make you feel like the strongest cat in the clan, and like a scolded kit all in the same sentence. While he has little ambition in his role as a Hunter he has high ambitions in his social status. He cares deeply what people think of him, although he hides it with a thick mask of confidence. Usually, if he can sneak away he is caught sunbathing and being a bit lazy. While it's not that he's intentionally trying to shirk his duties, he just ends up thinking that relaxing sounds better.
Dapplepool | 23 moons | Hunter | blizzardsfang
Dapplepool is a beautiful she-cat, and she very well knows it. She loves compliments and sometimes even fishes for them a little bit. She flirts a lot with the other cats of the clan, sometimes being a little too affectionate but when it gets a little too serious she gets scared and cuts it off immediately. While she is still young she was well praised as an apprentice and is a very skilled hunter.
Crowshade | 38 Moons | Hunter | neighborhoodwierdo
Crowshade is a pure black she-cat with bright, round yellow eyes. She often keeps her opinions to herself and stands by to avoid getting engaged in arguments. She tends to be insecure about how boring her fur is when other cats have bright, patterned pelts. Although she is insecure about her pelt color, she finds it useful when hiding in the shadows and uses it as one of her favorite techniques. Crowshade grew up in GhostClan. All her life, she envied other cats who had bright pelts with different patterns and markings on them, it made her feel insecure and like she wasn't pretty enough. Soon after becoming an apprentice, her mentor helped her realize just how useful she could be with a dark, solid colored pelt.
Stormberry | she-cat | hunter | 19 moons | nightheartfan
Stormberry is a plucky, outgoing she-cat, but can be quiet and caring when others need it. Her brother, Plumpaw, failed to participate in the trial and is a perma-paw. Despite this, she still loves and cares for him, and always saves the best bits of prey for him. Her curiosity can often get the better of her, and the Clan has had to save her from several instances with predators before. She has a bit of a crush on Dustclaw, but don’t tell anyone or she’ll get you! She’s a blue-grey tabby cat with a dark backside with matching markings. She has a sort of mask that covers her face, with amber-yellow eyes. 
Newtclaw | 30 moons | Hunter | CloverhandRead
Dark grey, almost black, she cat with fur that sits close to her body, pale green eyes that seem to take on more of a yellow tone in some lights. She is determined to help her clan no matter the cost and is fiercely loyal to her clanmates, she can however be stubborn but stands up for what she believes is right. She tends to get fixated on things that interest her. She knew from a young age that she wanted to be a Hunter but she did enjoy being able to try out both during her time as an apprentice. She was born a clan cat but had no siblings so tended to get lonely because of this.
Birchwhisker | 24 moons | hunter | Aquatail
Birchwhisker is popular with the younger warriors. he is a talented young tabby tom that has striking green eyes and has a white patch on his belly. He is a bit of a show off at times and he knows a lot because he has good hearing and sometimes eavesdrops. He is a very good hunter. He hasn't been a warrior for long and is still a bit nieve with decisions. He secretly has a crush on Dapplepool
Snakehowl | 38 moons | Hunter | lotuseyes
Snakehowl is a lean, tall and muscular beige tom, with constant narrowed blue eyes and shaggy mane. He's quite mysterious, and doesn't often talk to many other cats, only his closest friends and his apprentice. (The ones he's had/is going to get.) Like Poppymoon, he's quite cold (caused by some past trauma, he he.) and keeps to himself a lot. Although, he's a skilled hunter, and works hard.
Shadefur | 30 moons | Hunter | Aquatail
He is a loving tom that will do anything for his mate. He is kind and has a great sense of humour. Though he can be quite serious when he wants to. He is one of the trusted warriors that many cats ask questions to. He is a jet black cat with a white patch on his tail and his face. Mates with gorseleap.
Guards Dustclaw | 40 moons | Guard | Hawky2581
Dustclaw has short, tawny colored fur with some white around his mouth. He has amber colored eyes and a athletic build. Dustclaw is a hardworking cat who is known to push himself. He has a short fuse though he is working on controlling his anger. He believes himself better than others and dislikes being wrong. Dustclaw is incredibly loyal to those he deems worthy of it. He is a hopeless romantic but will deny if asked because he is embarrassed. He was born and raised in the clan. He was never really close to his dad, but was spoiled by his mother. He would love to have a big family some day.
Saffronblaze | 45 Moons | Guard | lazzylake
Saffronblaze is a feisty calico she-cat with smoky grey patches and bright flecks of ginger sprinkled on her pelt. Her personality is just as sharp as her name. As a guard, she is heavily devoted to her clanmates, and assures everyone that she's earned her rank through diligence and sheer willpower. That doesn't stop her from often getting into quarrels with the other toms working as guards when things don't go her way. If there's any drama surrounding the clan, you'll likely year it from Saffronblaze's opinionated mouth first. There is however one topic she doesn't share much about, unless you're begging for a clawing by the ears. Her Trial of Ancestors did not go as smoothly as she hoped, and ever since, she's dreaded going near the camp's lake. Other than that, her exterior personality is as prickly as a cactus pears. Perhaps one day some cat could soften her...
Larchfang | 30 Moons | Guard | neighborhoodwierdo
Larchfang is a flame-colored tabby tom with amber eyes and curled ears. He can be a little overly confident at times, but always means well. He would sacrifice anything for his Clan and has no intentions of disobeying the Spirit Guide or his superiors. Although Larchfang is a tough cookie, he can be a little reckless. He won't say no to any challenge, even if he really wants to. Larchfang was born and raised in GhostClan. His parents doted on him and let him do whatever he wanted. He felt bad for his sister, who they neglected, but couldn't do anything. He tried telling his parents, but they wouldn't listen. He doesn't talk to his sister anymore and wishes that he'd been there for her when they were kits and apprentices..jpg)
Fogsnarl | 42 Moons | Guard | Brownie
Fogsnarl is a medium-furred, solid grey molly with amber eyes. She has a single white paw: her front right, just tall enough to make a boot, and a small white splotch just above her nose. An imposing molly, Fogsnarl works hard to build muscle and be at the top of her game. She's not actually very large, the middle of average in fact, but her broad shoulders and confident posture often allow her to loom.
Her name might warn a cat of her personality. Fogsnarl tolerates no nonsense or levity. Her sense of humor is blunt and cold. She hates wordplay or small talk, and while she doesn't often speak, she always gets straight to the point. Her goal is to do her job and do it well, and is strongly internally motivated, needing little from her Clanmates to keep focused on improving. Despite her age, she hasn't yet had an apprentice and is horribly nervous to be assigned one, fearful that she won't do a good job of it.
Poppymoon | 26 moons | Guard | lotuseyes
Poppymoon is a red-ish mackerel she-cat, with patches of white on her flanks. She has emerald-green eyes. Poppymoon is well-known for being rather cold-hearted, but when it comes to well-behaved younger cats, she'll gladly give them an approving nod. She's well-skilled at defense, and will protect her clan at any cost.
Fallenstone | 35 moons | guard | jadasun22
Fallenstone is a mostly light grey tom with white speckles by his blight blue eyes. He has tuffs of cheek fur and a feathery tail, but the rest of his pelt is smooth. He's rather small for a guard, but makes up for it with his unusually large paws for his frame. His chest fur and paws are white as well and he has two darker grey spots that make him look like he has eyebrows that make him always look angry and irritated.
He isn't the kind of cat that enjoys small talk and can be rather blunt. Others might see it as him being rude, but to him, he feels being honest is him showing others that he cares. Otherwise, he'd say nothing back to them. He also enjoys leaning about herbs and other useful ways to help his clan. Maybe he'll have a soft spot if the right cat comes along
Auroracloud | 24 moons | Guard | amberflight
A beautiful cat with light cream fur with faded spots on the snout, legs and tail. Short furred and elongated tail. She's granddaughter from a cat from twolegs that's why she looks a lot as a siamese. She's shy but when gain confidence she talks a lot and is very kind.
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Post by Novi on Jan 6, 2024 19:28:18 GMT -5
Apprentices Tigerpaw | 7 Moons | Apprentice - Hunter | thenovice
After the shared apprentice training, Tigerpaw thinks it'll be nice to have a cat dedicated to spending time with her, rather than fighting over the attention of the Head Hunter and Guard. Of course, she wants to serve her clan to the best of her ability, but, perhaps more importantly to her, she wants to find out more about herself. She knew it was unlikely she'd be picked for guard training with how small she is, but is the hunter her only other option? Perma-paws are considered less than apprentices due to their failure, whether it was a personal choice or not. While Tigerpaw didn't look down on them, she didn't want their workload either. All well. She has plenty of time to decide...
Beetlepaw | 7 moons | Apprentice-Hunter | Hawky2581
Beetlepaw is a solid black cat with bright green eyes. He is on the small side and has a scrawny build. Beetlepaw is a kind and quiet cat. He will speak up if the situation arises, but he prefers to just observe. He is a bit of a pushover and gets scared easily. Beetlepaw was a sickly kit and his parents wondered if he was going to make it. Beetlepaw's spirit never wavered and he managed to overcome his sickness.
Brackenpaw | 8 moons | Apprentice-Guard | blizzardsfang
Brackenpaw is a very shy she-cat who finds comfort in the idea of their ancestors. She finds solace in them and wants to go to the Valley of Silence as often as she can. She has trouble making friends, afraid they are constantly judging her or thinking her weird. Even though she is shy, it was obvious from the beginning she was a skilled fighter, if she could just become confident in herself she would become a very well rounded cat. Unfortunately, it doesn't seem like any time soon she will be breaking out of her very thick shell.
Boulderpaw | 9 Moons | Apprentice - Guard | neighborhoodwierdo
Boulderpaw is a gray and white splotched tom with green eyes. Boulderpaw is a brave cat who will do whatever it takes to come out on top. He is extremely reckless and has no sense of self preservation. He's certainly an adventurous cat, but sometimes those adventures can get him into trouble. Boulderpaw does his best to stick up for cats who can't stick up for themselves or those who are too weak to advocate for themselves. He has a soft spot for outsiders and does not like how the Clan treats them. Boulderpaw was raised in GhostClan. He was always taught by his mother that outsiders should not be treated like crow food, but treated with the same kindness and respect that all other cats expect and deserve. His mother died shortly after he became an apprentice. Everything he does is to make his mother proud.
Twistpaw | 9 Moons | Apprentice - Hunter | lotuseyes
Twistpaw is a mid-light brown tabby transgender tom, with black stripes down his flank. He is very self-conscious and anxious and spends a lot of time alone to think. Through all this, if he's given the opportunity, he'll happily help out and look for kindness is others.
Snowpaw | 8 moons | Apprentice-hunter | Aquatail.
She is a lovely grey-silver tabby and is extremely beautiful and popular. She is kind and always knows what to say. She is usually friendly to everyone but if you get on the wrong side of her it won't end well for you. She is a great ally to have. And she has one brother or sister who she gets along with well.
Perma-paws Silverpaw | 67 Moons | Perma-paw | Brownie
Silverpaw is a white smoke cat with silvered points and yellow eyes. His white fur is shaded by a slightly darker undercoat, giving him a glossy appearance. Places where his fur is longer--his ruff, his hackles, the backs of his haunches--is darker, almost a light grey, while the rest of his pelt is a shimmering white. His points are dark, however, a grey smoke, coloring all of his paws, his face and his tail-tip. He has a fairly average build, though lacks strength or stamina as he rarely, if ever, leaves GhostClan's camp. If prey wasn't so sparse, he probably would have been plump as a berry, but as it is, his low caloric intake equals out his relative inactivity.
Silverpaw isn't lazy, though. He does enjoy doing things and helping others, but abhors being told what to do. A cat that is kind to him and lets him do tasks at his own pace and his own way might find extra soft bedding in their nest or pleasant smelling herbs scattered around their favorite place to relax. Cats that he thinks take his service for granted, though, or belittle him for his position would never see such kindness from him. He's rather easygoing and shies away from confrontation, but can be petty and holds nasty grudges against those that have pushed his passive nature too far. Surprisingly, Silverpaw tends to be a pessimist and often assumes the worst from any situation. At least that means he's usually prepared when the worst comes to pass.
Plumpaw | trans tom | perma-paw | 19 moons | nightheartfan
Plumpaw used to be loud and boisterous much like his sister, however what happened to him the night before the trial changed him. He hasn’t spoken about it to anyone besides Stormberry, and even then she has only got tidbits of information. Plumpaw is quiet and well-behaved, but can be cheeky when around familiar faces. He enjoys doing odd jobs for the Clan (to the others’ surprise) and is considered one of the most useful and competent perma-paws.
He’s a lilac tom with darker stripes along his paws, tail, and face. He also has blue eyes.
Queens and Kits Gorseleap | 30 Moons | Queen (Hunter) | neighborhoodwierdo
Gorseleap is a cream and white she-cat with green-gold eyes and curled ears. She is a very kind soul who will do her best to help out those in need. Her bubbly and loud personality can be a bit much for other cats, but she always means well. Gorseleap can be a bit of a sensitive cat when scolded or talked to harshly. When she gets upset, she often finds places to hide or focuses on collecting some sort of "treasure", like rocks. Gorseleap was born and raised in GhostClan. She was often neglected by her parents, who favored her brother, so she got used to being alone. Of course, she held none of this against her brother, she only wished he would've said something. She doesn't talk to her brother that much and doesn't plan on changing her ways. When she became a warrior, she realized that she should focus on the happy things in life and took on a much happier and bubblier personality.
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Post by Novi on Jan 6, 2024 20:01:44 GMT -5
Member Index Username ; cats (waiting for edits)
Novi ; Lionsoul, Tigerpaw
Junospower ; Galestep
Hawkeyes258 ; Dustclaw, Beetlepaw, Mistcloud
blizzardsfang ; Claystorm, Dapplepool, Cedarpelt, Brackenpaw
lazzylake ; Saffronblaze
🅃🄴🄼🄿🄾 ; Gorseleap, Larchfang, Crowshade, Boulderpaw
@nightheartfan ; Stormberry, Plumpaw
aquatail ; Birchwhisker; Shadefur, Snowpaw
Brownie ; Silverpaw, Fogsnarl
cloverhandread ; Newtclaw
Nettle ; Twistpaw, Poppymoon, Snakehowl
[~Ghost Writer~] ; Fallenstone
amberflight ; Auroracloud
Relationship Tracker +Romantic
+Gorseleap is mates with Shadefur
+Stormberry has a crush on Dustclaw
+Birchwhisker has a crush on Dapplepool
+Family
+Larchfang and Gorseleap are littermates
+Stormberry and Plumpaw are littermates
+Saffronblaze and Dapplepool are siblings
+Snakehowl and Poppymoon are cousins
+Snowpaw is open to 1 brother and 1 sister
+Mentor - Apprentice
Guards Fallenstone - Brackenpaw
Saffronblaze - Boulderpaw
Hunters Galestep - Beetlepaw
Mistcloud - Tigerpaw
Crowshade - Twistpaw
Claystorm - Snowpaw |
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Post by Junospower on Jan 6, 2024 20:57:56 GMT -5
Galestep | 24 Moons | Hunter | Junospower Short-hair tabby tom with bluish-gray eyes. Galestep is a hard working and dedicated young tom, eager to please and willing to work. Galestep was born and raised into the clan and hopes to one day make Head Hunter through effort rather than unchecked ambitions. He is pretty open hearted, usually not afraid of speaking his mind or speaking out against others. He has a habit of over-working himself in an effort of providing for the clan and has a hard time saying “no” when the work piles on, leading him to appear stubborn at times. Pic link(let me know if anything needs to be changed or added!) |
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Post by Novi on Jan 6, 2024 21:20:17 GMT -5
looks great  adding now~ |
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Post by blizzardsfang on Jan 6, 2024 21:29:33 GMT -5
Claystorm | 38 moons | Hunter | blizzardsfang
Claystorm is a sleek tom who can somehow make you feel like the strongest cat in the clan, and like a scolded kit all in the same sentence. While he has little ambition in his role as a Hunter he has high ambitions in his social status. He cares deeply what people think of him, although he hides it with a thick mask of confidence. Usually, if he can sneak away he is caught sunbathing and being a bit lazy. While it's not that he's intentionally trying to shirk his duties, he just ends up thinking that relaxing sounds better.
Dapplepool | 23 moons | Hunter | blizzardsfang
Dapplepool is a beautiful she-cat, and she very well knows it. She loves compliments and sometimes even fishes for them a little bit. She flirts a lot with the other cats of the clan, sometimes being a little too affectionate but when it gets a little too serious she gets scared and cuts it off immediately. While she is still young she was well praised as an apprentice and is a very skilled hunter.
Cedarpelt | 50 moons | Head Guard | blizzardsfang
Cedarpelt is an extremely loyal tom with a strong disdain for outsiders. He doesn't like to sit idle and has a hard time taking anything lightly. He believes in respect above all else and he would do well to take a joke once in a while. Cedarpelt was Lionsouls first apprentice and is still extremely defensive over the older tom. He believes the code is above all else and isn't afraid to defend it with his life.
He is an extremely strong fighter and takes his role very seriously. He doesn't believe failure is an option and would rather die than fail to protect his clan.
Brackenpaw | 8 moons | Apprentice-Guard | blizzardsfang
Brackenpaw is a very shy she-cat who finds comfort in the idea of their ancestors. She finds solace in them and wants to go to the Valley of Silence as often as she can. She has trouble making friends, afraid they are constantly judging her or thinking her weird. Even though she is shy, it was obvious from the beginning she was a skilled fighter, if she could just become confident in herself she would become a very well rounded cat. Unfortunately, it doesn't seem like any time soon she will be breaking out of her very thick shell.
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Post by Hawkeyes258 on Jan 6, 2024 22:53:13 GMT -5
Dustclaw | 40 moons | Guard | Hawky2581 Dustclaw has short, tawny colored fur with some white around his mouth. He has amber colored eyes and a athletic build. Dustclaw is a hardworking cat who is known to push himself. He has a short fuse though he is working on controlling his anger. He believes himself better than others and dislikes being wrong. Dustclaw is incredibly loyal to those he deems worthy of it. He is a hopeless romantic but will deny if asked because he is embarrassed. He was born and raised in the clan. He was never really close to his dad, but was spoiled by his mother. He would love to have a big family some day. Beetlepaw | 7 moons | Apprentice-Hunter | Hawky2581 Beetlepaw is a solid black cat with bright green eyes. He is on the small side and has a scrawny build. Beetlepaw is a kind and quiet cat. He will speak up if the situation arises, but he prefers to just observe. He is a bit of a pushover and gets scared easily. Beetlepaw was a sickly kit and his parents wondered if he was going to make it. Beetlepaw's spirit never wavered and he managed to overcome his sickness. Mistcloud | 45 moons | Hunter | Hawky2581 She is a silver and gray cat with black spots and yellow eyes. She has a few scars on her both of her front legs. Mistcloud is a logical cat who likes to plan things in advance. She is a bit of a perfectionist and does her best to be good at everything. She is a witty cat with a dry sense of humor. Born and raised in the clan. She is a only child and thus had high expectation placed on her. (Another she-cat coming later) |
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Post by Novi on Jan 6, 2024 22:56:37 GMT -5
whoo welcome! i'll add <3 |
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Post by blizzardsfang on Jan 7, 2024 0:32:31 GMT -5
Updated my kitties
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Post by Novi on Jan 7, 2024 1:21:50 GMT -5
cats have been added so far I'll be pairing Galestep with Beetlepaw and Mistcloud with Tigerpaw. dont like the Dust/Bracken personalities together so we'll wait for more options for Bracken  ) Lionsoul woke early, he always did. After moons of routine, he trusted his body's internal clock enough to tell him it was sunrise. Yawning, he slipped out of his nest. By now, he was used to the smell of herbs. Even with his predecessor's memories, learning the correct application of them had taken him back to his apprenticeship. A time when he'd questioned every move he made. Pausing by the entrance to the cavern, he listened to the echoes of the breathes of his clanmates. Purring, he slipped out. For them, he'd dig in the dirt. The garden was always his first priority in the morning. He liked to check if frost had damaged it overnight. Branches and mud were arched across it in an effort to protect it against the cold. Despite it just being the beginning of leaf-fall, he liked to be better safe than sorry and ensured the apprentices and perma-paws reset it before crawling into their nests. Now, he took it down carefully, folding branches over one another and tucking them away. It was nice. The early routine. (Tigerpaw starter will come next :3) |
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Post by lazzylake on Jan 7, 2024 1:57:36 GMT -5
Saffronblaze | 45 Moons | Guard | lazzylake Saffronblaze is a feisty calico she-cat with smoky grey patches and bright flecks of ginger sprinkled on her pelt. Her personality is just as sharp as her name. As a guard, she is heavily devoted to her clanmates, and assures everyone that she's earned her rank through diligence and sheer willpower. That doesn't stop her from often getting into quarrels with the other toms working as guards when things don't go her way. If there's any drama surrounding the clan, you'll likely year it from Saffronblaze's opinionated mouth first. There is however one topic she doesn't share much about, unless you're begging for a clawing by the ears. Her Trial of Ancestors did not go as smoothly as she hoped, and ever since, she's dreaded going near the camp's lake. Other than that, her exterior personality is as prickly as a cactus pears. Perhaps one day some cat could soften her... IMAGE (I understand if it may be a bit early for planning, but are you open for relationships on any of your cats, blizzardsfang ? I'm wondering if her and Dapplepool could be sisters from different litters, if that's alright with you!) |
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Post by lazzylake on Jan 7, 2024 2:15:12 GMT -5
(Might make a perma-paw character later since the concept sounds super interesting)
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Post by Novi on Jan 7, 2024 2:24:23 GMT -5
she's been added welcome! love the reference to her trial. and you're more than welcome to make a perma-paw  i don't actually have the energy tonight for another starter, so tiger's will be up tomorrow ^^" slight side note: i'm going to split the allegiances further to help with adding cats. this means posts will be shift down one so if/when y'all get double tagged; apologies in advance! i want to do it now before it gets to be too much. ahah) |
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Omnisexual
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Being a theater kid
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Post by 🅃🄴🄼🄿🄾 on Jan 7, 2024 3:10:30 GMT -5
Gorseleap | 30 Moons | Queen (Hunter) | neighborhoodwierdo Gorseleap is a cream and white she-cat with green-gold eyes and curled ears. She is a very kind soul who will do her best to help out those in need. Her bubbly and loud personality can be a bit much for other cats, but she always means well. Gorseleap can be a bit of a sensitive cat when scolded or talked to harshly. When she gets upset, she often finds places to hide or focuses on collecting some sort of "treasure", like rocks. Gorseleap was born and raised in GhostClan. She was often neglected by her parents, who favored her brother, so she got used to being alone. Of course, she held none of this against her brother, she only wished he would've said something. She doesn't talk to her brother that much and doesn't plan on changing her ways. When she became a warrior, she realized that she should focus on the happy things in life and took on a much happier and bubblier personality. Larchfang | 30 Moons | Guard | neighborhoodwierdo Larchfang is a flame-colored tabby tom with amber eyes and curled ears. He can be a little overly confident at times, but always means well. He would sacrifice anything for his Clan and has no intentions of disobeying the Spirit Guide or his superiors. Although Larchfang is a tough cookie, he can be a little reckless. He won't say no to any challenge, even if he really wants to. Larchfang was born and raised in GhostClan. His parents doted on him and let him do whatever he wanted. He felt bad for his sister, who they neglected, but couldn't do anything. He tried telling his parents, but they wouldn't listen. He doesn't talk to his sister anymore and wishes that he'd been there for her when they were kits and apprentices. Crowshade | 38 Moons | Hunter | neighborhoodwierdo Crowshade is a pure black she-cat with bright, round yellow eyes. She often keeps her opinions to herself and stands by to avoid getting engaged in arguments. She tends to be insecure about how boring her fur is when other cats have bright, patterned pelts. Although she is insecure about her pelt color, she finds it useful when hiding in the shadows and uses it as one of her favorite techniques. Crowshade grew up in GhostClan. All her life, she envied other cats who had bright pelts with different patterns and markings on them, it made her feel insecure and like she wasn't pretty enough. Soon after becoming an apprentice, her mentor helped her realize just how useful she could be with a dark, solid colored pelt. Boulderpaw | 9 Moons | Apprentice - Guard | neighborhoodwierdo Boulderpaw is a gray and white splotched tom with green eyes. Boulderpaw is a brave cat who will do whatever it takes to come out on top. He is extremely reckless and has no sense of self preservation. He's certainly an adventurous cat, but sometimes those adventures can get him into trouble. Boulderpaw does his best to stick up for cats who can't stick up for themselves or those who are too weak to advocate for themselves. He has a soft spot for outsiders and does not like how the Clan treats them. Boulderpaw was raised in GhostClan. He was always taught by his mother that outsiders should not be treated like crow food, but treated with the same kindness and respect that all other cats expect and deserve. His mother died shortly after he became an apprentice. Everything he does is to make his mother proud. Larchfang and Gorseleap are siblings. Gorseleap is in need of/is open for a mate. If there is anything that you'd like me to change, please let me know! |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 7, 2024 5:12:48 GMT -5
Stormberry | she-cat | hunter | 19 moons | nightheartfan Stormberry is a plucky, outgoing she-cat, but can be quiet and caring when others need it. Her brother, Plumpaw, failed to participate in the trial and is a perma-paw. Despite this, she still loves and cares for him, and always saves the best bits of prey for him. Her curiosity can often get the better of her, and the Clan has had to save her from several instances with predators before. She has a bit of a crush on Dustclaw, but don’t tell anyone or she’ll get you! She’s a blue-grey tabby cat with a dark backside with matching markings. She has a sort of mask that covers her face, with amber-yellow eyes. Plumpaw | trans tom | perma-paw | 19 moons | nightheartfan Plumpaw used to be loud and boisterous much like his sister, however what happened to him the night before the trial changed him. He hasn’t spoken about it to anyone besides Stormberry, and even then she has only got tidbits of information. Plumpaw is quiet and well-behaved, but can be cheeky when around familiar faces. He enjoys doing odd jobs for the Clan (to the others’ surprise) and is considered one of the most useful and competent perma-paws. He’s a purplish-grey tom with darker stripes along his paws, tail, and face. He also has blue eyes. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 7, 2024 6:43:17 GMT -5
I did a little map of the camp  |
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Post by blizzardsfang on Jan 7, 2024 11:46:25 GMT -5
Cedarpelt had been waiting for the sun to rise, he had been awake for what felt like hours now. The tom pulled himself from his nest, his paws practically itching to get to work. He made no attempt to be quiet as he left the den, he really could care less if the other cats slept in as they should be getting up now too. He felt his stomach growl and he cursed himself for needing to get something in his stomach before the day began. He hoped that the hunters would have a good day today and the prey he chose would be replenished. He eyed the fresh-kill pile before finally deciding on a large mouse that had caught his eye. He settled in and began eating, doing his best not to inhale the food as he was eager to get to work. Being named the Head Guard was no surprise to him and he was grateful he had the authority to tell the lazy cats to get to work without it just being a snide comment.
Brackenpaw sat staring at the sky as the sun rose. She had been awake for some time now and was just hoping to see the sun rise, she loved to see the colors. The oranges, the pinks, the reds. She wondered if the dead still got to enjoy the sun or was that something they lost along with their lives? The apprentice watched with unblinking eyes as she began to hear the clan cats move about. Her ears fell slightly, an anxiety rising in her chest at having to make conversation and probably tripping over her words. She felt her confidence diminish as the light in the sky grew, it felt like it was suddenly draining her of her energy now that she reminded herself where she was. The she-cat tore her attention away from the fading dark sky and looked around, wondering if anyone had caught her staring into nothingness.
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Post by blizzardsfang on Jan 7, 2024 13:08:42 GMT -5
(Sorry for not responding sooner I was skimming earlier and just read in detail! They can absolutely be sisters it's never too early! )
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Post by Novi on Jan 7, 2024 13:58:36 GMT -5
cats have been added! Tempo: how far along did you want Gorseleap to be? (for reference purposes) Night: i'm going to hold off on approving Plumppaw for now because purple isn't a realistic cat color. the closest i could find is a " lilac cat". which you're welcome to make him ^-^ let me know once it's updated. thank you for the map! Saffronblaze will mentor Boulderpaw. waiting for a different personality to take Brackenpaw under wing :3 glance over the info pages and let me know if i've made any errors~) |
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Post by Novi on Jan 7, 2024 14:37:57 GMT -5
Tigerpaw was awake. Great stars, how could she not be? It was like the cats had no cares as to who worked the evening patrols. Getting up and making so much noise she could hear it in her dreams. With effort, she curled up into a tighter ball, tail resting over her nose. But it was no use. Now, she was awake. Argh. Getting up, she shook out her pelt before picking her way around her denmates. At least she tried to let them sleep.
Spotting the Head Guard eating, she kept to the edges of the cavern before slipping out. He wasn't really the boss of her, but the stickler tom still irritated Tigerpaw. And it was too early to listen to him bellow. Outside, the leader was also up and already in the garden. No thank you. Glancing around, she spotted a tabby pelt. Curiosity getting the better of her, she trotted over. "Brackenpaw! How long have you been up for?"
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Post by blizzardsfang on Jan 7, 2024 15:03:52 GMT -5
Brackenpaw's spine bristled as she heard another cat call out to her and she quickly stood up as she tried to keep the anxiety that had bubbled into her throat from hindering her speech. Please don't stutter she reminded herself as she turned her head to see the tortoiseshell apprentice that had greeted her. Out of the corner of her eye she caught sight of the Head Guard and she decided Tigerpaw was the much better option.
"About an hour or two" she mewed, doing her best to keep her voice steady. Her posture remained small, her tail low to the ground curled inward and her ears down against her skull. Would Tigerpaw think it was weird? She crouched slightly, she hated how she felt around other cats and wished she could be confident which seemed to come so naturally to the other cats "I wanted to see the sun rise" she mumbled, her voice wavering this time.
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Post by aquatail on Jan 7, 2024 16:26:45 GMT -5
Birchwhisker. 24 moons. hunter. Aquatail
Birchwhisker is popular with the younger warriors. he is a talented young tabby tom that has striking green eyes and has a white patch on his belly. He is a bit of a show off at times and he knows a lot because he has good hearing and sometimes eavesdrops. He is a very good hunter. He hasn't been a warrior for long and is still a bit nieve with decisions. He secretly has a crush on Dapplepool
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Pansexual
Medicine cat
Nettle
woof woof
Pronouns: She/her, They/them.
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Post by Nettle on Jan 7, 2024 17:12:38 GMT -5
Hello! I just wanted to ask, what are the available apprentice roles? Such as: Hunter apprentice, guard apprentice ect.))
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Post by Novi on Jan 7, 2024 17:13:05 GMT -5
welcome Aqua can we get some more information on Birchwhiser? perhaps more personality or some information on his past? it just feels lacking is all. let me know once updated ^-^ ) Tigerpaw's eyes widened. The other she-cat had been out for that long? "Trouble sleeping or did you just wake up at that time or.. Did you actually plan to wake up then?" Glancing up at the sky, she squinted at it. Sure, the sunrise was pretty. But it wasn't something she herself would purposefully interrupt her sleep to look at. "You weren't cold or anything?" |
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Post by Novi on Jan 7, 2024 17:18:24 GMT -5
Hello! I just wanted to ask, what are the available apprentice roles? Such as: Hunter apprentice, guard apprentice ect.)) hunter and guard are the main apprentice roles if a cat knows very early on that they will want to be a perma-paw (or at the very least don't want to take the ordeal), then they'll have perma-paw duties with no given mentor. they'll simply do whatever chore(s) are given to them each morning. if you're asking if there's an equivalent of, like, a medicine cat apprentice: there is not. the leader is both healer and medicine cat (in the same idea that the Teller of Pointed Stones is for the Tribe in the books). part of perma-paw duties (and sometimes apprentice duties) are helping to care for the garden, so all cats should know the basics/necessities of application (of course, doesn't mean they'll retain the knowledge after receiving their full name). but yea. is that what you're asking about? :3 |
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Pansexual
Medicine cat
Nettle
woof woof
Pronouns: She/her, They/them.
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Post by Nettle on Jan 7, 2024 17:21:38 GMT -5
Hello! I just wanted to ask, what are the available apprentice roles? Such as: Hunter apprentice, guard apprentice ect.)) hunter and guard are the main apprentice roles if a cat knows very early on that they will want to be a perma-paw (or at the very least don't want to take the ordeal), then they'll have perma-paw duties with no given mentor. they'll simply do whatever chore(s) are given to them each morning. if you're asking if there's an equivalent of, like, a medicine cat apprentice: there is not. the leader is both healer and medicine cat (in the same idea that the Teller of Pointed Stones is for the Tribe in the books). part of perma-paw duties (and sometimes apprentice duties) are helping to care for the garden, so all cats should know the basics/necessities of application (of course, doesn't mean they'll retain the knowledge after receiving their full name). but yea. is that what you're asking about? :3 Yep! Thank you so much! |
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Post by Brownie on Jan 7, 2024 17:21:51 GMT -5
Silverpaw | 67 Moons | Perma-paw | Brownie
Silverpaw is a white smoke cat with silvered points and yellow eyes. His white fur is shaded by a slightly darker undercoat, giving him a glossy appearance. Places where his fur is longer--his ruff, his hackles, the backs of his haunches--is darker, almost a light grey, while the rest of his pelt is a shimmering white. His points are dark, however, a grey smoke, coloring all of his paws, his face and his tail-tip. He has a fairly average build, though lacks strength or stamina as he rarely, if ever, leaves GhostClan's camp. If prey wasn't so sparse, he probably would have been plump as a berry, but as it is, his low caloric intake equals out his relative inactivity.
Silverpaw isn't lazy, though. He does enjoy doing things and helping others, but abhors being told what to do. A cat that is kind to him and lets him do tasks at his own pace and his own way might find extra soft bedding in their nest or pleasant smelling herbs scattered around their favorite place to relax. Cats that he thinks take his service for granted, though, or belittle him for his position would never see such kindness from him. He's rather easygoing and shies away from confrontation, but can be petty and holds nasty grudges against those that have pushed his passive nature too far. Surprisingly, Silverpaw tends to be a pessimist and often assumes the worst from any situation. At least that means he's usually prepared when the worst comes to pass.
Fogsnarl | 42 Moons | Guard | Brownie
Fogsnarl is a medium-furred, solid grey molly with amber eyes. She has a single white paw: her front right, just tall enough to make a boot, and a small white splotch just above her nose. An imposing molly, Fogsnarl works hard to build muscle and be at the top of her game. She's not actually very large, the middle of average in fact, but her broad shoulders and confident posture often allow her to loom.
Her name might warn a cat of her personality. Fogsnarl tolerates no nonsense or levity. Her sense of humor is blunt and cold. She hates wordplay or small talk, and while she doesn't often speak, she always gets straight to the point. Her goal is to do her job and do it well, and is strongly internally motivated, needing little from her Clanmates to keep focused on improving. Despite her age, she hasn't yet had an apprentice and is horribly nervous to be assigned one, fearful that she won't do a good job of it.
[[ I love Clans that have larger territories or multiple day hunting trips ;-; Its so refreshing. Esp in territories where prey is thin, like this one.
oh and both cats are up for any relations anyone wants to throw their way !! If you think their personalities will mesh (or clash) with your OC lmk and we can set something up. I'm totally down for Fog specifically to have a one-sided rivalry to bring her out of her shell. ]]
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Bisexual
cloverhandread
Activity has been spotty since my MH dropped but hoping to be more active soon
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Post by cloverhandread on Jan 7, 2024 17:22:44 GMT -5
Newtclaw | 30 moons | Hunter | CloverhandRead Description - Dark grey, almost black, she cat with fur that sits close to her body, pale green eyes that seem to take on more of a yellow tone in some lights. She is determined to help her clan no matter the cost and is fiercely loyal to her clanmates, she can however be stubborn but stands up for what she believes is right. She tends to get fixated on things that interest her. She knew from a young age that she wanted to be a Hunter but she did enjoy being able to try out both during her time as an apprentice. She was born a clan cat but had no siblings so tended to get lonely because of this. Pic  (Like this but a little darker fur) |
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adding now~
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