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Post by BOREALISCLAN on May 21, 2023 17:57:38 GMT -6
B O R E A L I S C L A N
Among the jagged peaks of the Northwestern territories, one will find the hardy cats of BorealisClan. Resilient and withdrawn from their lower-lying neighbours, these cats are well-adapted to the snowy lands they call home; not only able to survive, but able to live among the frightening conditions.
i. territory
ii. traditions and code
iii. ranks
iv. history
v. faq and important links.
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Post by BOREALISCLAN on May 21, 2023 18:21:33 GMT -6
T E R R I T O R Y
High within the snow-capped mountaintops in the Northwest live the hardy cats of BorealisClan. The summers here are mild, but the winters are unforgiving; but though the territory may appear gloomy and barren, there is more life teeming below the surface than one would expect. Hares can be found nesting in burrows beneath the white, and birds can be found in the pine trees that grow on the higher plateaus. But the most striking part of this desolate, beautiful territory are the colourful waves of lights that dance across the overhead skies once the sun has set.
CAMP is located uphill from the hot springs, difficult to access without a guide. The mountain itself seems to shield the camp, though the snowdrifts that form walls of sorts help to keep the elements at bay. Here you will find a large clearing with small caves carved naturally into the face of the mountain - these serve as the dens of BorealisClan. Beside the camp's entrance is a large, hollowed pine tree, among the roots of which the medicine cat's den lies. The leader's nest is a little ways up the trunk, within an abandoned owl's nest. The warmest dens are usually the nursery and elders' den, both located in caves that are the closest in placement to the slope leading to the hot springs.
The HOT SPRINGS are located on a plateau directly downhill from the camp, easy to access due to the gentle way the land slopes between the two locations. The orchard of rainbow eucalyptus trees around it block all but the bitterest of winds, overhead branches creating a canopy that keeps the springs clear of snow. Surrounded by flowers, this beautiful place is often visited by rarer kinds of prey for its warmth; and by elders, who swear the waters help joint pain and soreness.
AVALANCHE ALLEY is located to the west of camp. This dangerous section of the mountain is forbidden, as the barest brush of a breeze can cause huge piles of snow to crash down the mountain face. Yet, despite the warning signs, the call of danger lures many a cat to Avalanche Alley ... only for them to never be heard from again, their deaths only signalled by the rumbling roar of snow.
The TRAINING DRIFT can be found just east of the Clan's camp. This is a popular place for apprentices to play, with soft snow just begging to be made into snowcats; but it's not all fun, with the drift being a common place for warriors to strengthen their apprentices' legs by walking back and forth over the delicate ground. Adjustment to the colder weather is also a benefit of spending time in this area.
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Post by BOREALISCLAN on May 21, 2023 18:33:54 GMT -6
T R A D I T I O N Sㅤ&ㅤC O D E
ASSESSMENTS: are to be completed before an apprentice graduates to full warriorhood, overseen by their mentor and at least one other warrior. Introduced by the first leader, each assessment will have a fighting and hunting component, though the exact goals for each assessment will be chosen by the leader or deputy.
The code of BorealisClan is as follows:
- Do right by your Clan. Our territory is harsh, and we must stand united in the face of it.
- No cat is to leave camp without a buddy.
- The deputy will become leader in the event of death, retirement or exile.
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Post by BOREALISCLAN on May 21, 2023 18:38:49 GMT -6
R A N K S
For a full list of BorealisClan's characters, please see the census!
LEADER is the highest rank of authority a cat can achieve in BorealisClan. This character is responsible for overseeing all that happens in their Clan; including ranks, meetings, and strategy. Leaders have nine lives and carry the traditional suffix -star.
— The current leader is Owlstar, played by Mercibun.
DEPUTY is the second in command of the Clan: chosen by the leader to succeed them when they die or retire. They are nearly always the leader's most trusted Clanmate.
— The current deputy is Willowdream, played by TrashKing.
MEDICINE CAT is the healer rank of the Clan, also responsibile for reading and interpreting signs from AstralClan. They are fully trained and have earned the second part of their name.
— BorealisClan currently does not have a medicine cat.
MEDICINE CAT APPRENTICE is the rank of a cat training under the Clan's current medicine cat. They are nearly always chosen by their predecessor or by AstralClan. Even after receiving their full name, an apprentice will remain in this rank until their mentor retires in some capacity.
— BorealisClan currently does not have a medicine cat apprentice.
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WARRIORS make up the bulk of the Clan. These cats have completed their warrior training: they are the hunters and fighters of BorealisClan, its lifeblood. Bulkier warriors tend to focus on fighting and protection, while leaner warriors tend towards hunting: however, this is not mandatory.
APPRENTICES are young cats (between 6-12 moons, usually) in training to become a warrior of the Clan. They are expected to learn how to hunt and fight under the observation of a mentor. To graduate to a warrior, they have to pass their warrior assessments. They carry the traditional suffix -paw.
QUEENS are warriors who take a break from their warrior duties to give birth, nurse and raise their kits until the age of six moons. Once their kits are apprenticed, a queen may choose to return to warrior status or stay in the nursery to help future queens with their own kits.
KITS are BorealisClan members below the age of six moons. They have no real job within the Clan, and are allowed to play and explore within the camp as they please. They carry the traditional suffix -kit.
ELDERS are warriors who have retired for some reason or another: this may be due to age, injury or disability. They are not required to hunt or battle, but they may if they wish. They are known to pass stories down to kits, and are the first to be fed, hence the warrior code. Elders prepare a deceased Clanmate's body for burial with sweet-smelling herbs and carry them to the burial site.
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Post by BOREALISCLAN on May 21, 2023 18:58:12 GMT -6
H I S T O R Y
Before the Clans, the Northwestern territories were considered near uninhabitable. With most of the clustering from the war happening closer to the lake, where it was warmer, there was little competition for the secret that Goatstar knew the mountain hid: the hot spring.
GOATSTAR - [ sept 21 - sept 22 ]
☘ Newly-named Goatstar leads the cats of BorealisClan to their new home high within the mountains. Upon realising that he should choose a successor to keep the peace, as he won't be around forever, he chooses Sandflame to be his deputy. A sign from AstralClan announces Sagerunner to be their chosen medicine cat. ❄ ✿ Spring ☀ Summer ☘ Goatstar loses his final life.
SANDSTAR - [ sept 22 - nov 22 ]
☘ Sandstar, on receiving her nine lives, promotes her mate Owlteeth to deputy - stirring controversy within BorealisClan despite his reliability as a warrior. Other things will be put here as things come to light. Sandstar is lost to the Beast along with he counterparts in other Clans.
OWLSTAR - [ nov 22 - present ]
☘ The newly-named Owlstar returns with his nine lives and chooses Willowdream as his deputy. ❄ ✿ In early May Sagerunner is exiled for poisoning unwell warrior Littlefoot, leaving BorealisClan without a medicine cat. Caverncreek falls ill. ☀ Bravepaw is apprenticed. Owlstar announces Sagerunner's exile at the Gathering.
CURRENT POLITICS
solarclan: tense neutrality.
lunarclan: neutral.
eventideclan: friendly.
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Post by BOREALISCLAN on May 21, 2023 19:05:55 GMT -6
F A Qㅤ&ㅤL I N K S
CAN I JOIN?
— Yes! Owlstar's joining policy is that non-hostile cats may join, but will be given a 3-6 month apprenticeship (depending on age and skill level) before they earn their full name and the right to attend Gatherings.
CAN I PLAY A HP?
— Not immediately! BorealisClan high positions, such as leader, deputy, medicine cat and their apprentice, are chosen from a pre-existing player pool. To join that player pool, all you have to do is post around the board consistently and post in any interest checks that may go up for the roles!
LINKS
— census: here
— plotting: here
— discord: here
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