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Post by Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ on Jul 3, 2017 13:08:50 GMT -5
CLAWCLAN
"When liberty's in jeopardy, I will always do what's right.
I'm out here on the front lines,
so sleep in peace tonight."
✯ T H E S T O R Y ✯
- - This roleplay is the second re-make of ClawClan, a very successful FanClan that was once managed by cocokat on WCF. However, despite moving to another forum, the activity levels dropped and become abandoned. The Clan was re-made on the WCRPF by Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ, however it quickly died in the chaos of the new forums and the departure of old members. Now, several months later, ClawClan is back again, ready to become what it once was by starting again.
- - ClawClan is a military-based Warriors roleplay that develops the strife, hardship, and lifestyle of a real-world U.S. Army soldier.
The four Clans fighting against the Shadow League control country-level sizes of territory. While there are indeed four Clans involved in the fight against the Shadow League, three out of four of them fight off-screen. The fourth is ClawClan.
When tom-kits turn six moons old, they are sent away from their birth parents to one of many boot camps set up throughout ClawClan's vast territory. Here, they will receive their apprentice names and be assigned to a drill sergeant, to train alongside eleven other apprentices who are roughly the same age as they. The same happens with she-kits, but when they turn nine moons old rather than six. The apprentices train there for six months before taking their final assessments. If they pass, they will receive their warrior names and be sent off to combat somewhere.
This is not like a regular Warriors story. The drill sergeants are tough. They don't tolerate any kind of tomfoolery or insubordination of any kind. Battles are taken more realistically; you are expected to role play these characters as if they are in a hopeless war zone- which they are. Think about how desperate, hopeless, and chaotic human conflicts get, and then apply it to Warriors. That's this role play. We imitate human conflicts, and that kind of realistic look on things is what makes us unique. Of course, we will still follow the "PG-13" rule of these forums. We can imitate human conflict and strife without having to get gory.
If you choose to join this role play, understand that your characters can and will die. Despite what you may want to believe, most soldiers in real life don't make it home. That is reflected here. Battles do not happen every five seconds; there may be anywhere from a few days to a few weeks between battles, and they won't be in the same locations. Your characters will not be fighting in every conflict, nor will they be allowed to do so. You can't teleport Blahtail to Blah location just because there's a battle going on. Your character goes to and stays where their Commanding Officer orders them to be. Period. No exceptions.
Back to the deal with death; your characters are not invulnerable in battle. These battles are more realistic than the ones in the Warriors series in that a realistic level of cats will die in them. Each time a battle happens, I will gather the names of the characters who will be involved. I will then put them all in a name selector and have it pick half the number of characters in it. For example, if there will be ten characters involved in a conflict (many more NPCs will of course be involved), I will have the selector pick five times for five deaths. If your character's name gets chosen, you must write out a death scene for them. You don't get a choice. Real soldiers don't, so neither do you. That is the hardest part for people to accept with this, I think. But it also gives it a thrilling sense of urgency. You have to make progress with your character and make them live life to the fullest, because they could die at any time. I told you that this was going to be realistic.
Apprentices are not at risk, or at least when a disease outbreak isn't occurring (which is usually the case). So your character will be safe while they are training at boot camp. However, as soon as they get their name, they won't be nearly as safe. Remember that.
If you need to go away on vacation, expect to lose internet access, or are just too busy for the forums due to school/work/etc., we understand. I will post a notification on The Bulletin Board when a battle is going to happen, and where. You will have at least three days' notice, usually more. If you know for certain you aren't going to be able to come online that day (battles usually last 1-2 days in real time due to scheduling/time zone differences), please let us know as soon as possible. I will then have your CO transfer your character away from the battle zone to keep them safe. If you don't tell us that you will be absent, and you don't show up to a battle at all, your character will be taken in by the enemy as a prisoner. You won't be able to free your character until they are rescued by their allies on a rescue mission, which may not happen for a while. If you don't come on for seven days following a battle, the character will be killed by the enemy.
So be active, or risk your character being unnecessarily killed off. If you get grounded or have a personal emergency, we of course understand. Just explain it to us when you return, and we'll revert everything back to how it was. But don't think you can constantly announce your absence or fake emergencies when battles pop up involving your characters. If we notice a pattern coming up, we'll just have a random invasion happen wherever your character is, and make you kill one of your characters off. No free passes, guys. If you don't like how we do things, then don't join and waste our time.
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Post by Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ on Jul 3, 2017 13:18:38 GMT -5
✯ R U L E S ✯ I. Follow the forum rules ;;
As with every role play, you must follow the forum rules and the ghost rules at all times. We will report you if you fail to do this, and remove you from the role play if necessary. On the contrary, if you see someone breaking the rules, kindly remind them once. If they persist, report them. Do NOT quote them or attempt to start a fight. You'll just get this thread deleted. Just report and move on. We do not consider "Will blah come back to blah” as spam posts, but please try to stick to only reminding a person two or three times a day at most. Any more than that is excessive and will be counted as spam. Secondly, don't attempt to debate any topics in the OOC chat. This is a role play thread; not a chat thread. Take your debates and your rants elsewhere, please. You may link to those pages in the OOC chat, however. If someone breaks this rule, DO NOT QUOTE THEM OR REPLY IN ANY WAY. Just ignore it and let the moderators and I handle it. If you quote or reply, you risk this whole thread being deleted. Just report it if it's really extreme, and let the WCF mods handle it. This is especially true if we are trolled or someone comes on and attempts to start a flame war.
II. No god-modding, power-playing, spotlighting, or meta-gaming ;;
As usual, no god-modding, power-playing, meta-gaming, or spotlighting. If you are unaware of what these terms mean, please ask. We don't bite. In fact, we'd much rather have you ask than sit idly by and not understand what these terms mean. We do not tolerate any god-modders, power-players, meta-gamers, or spotlighters. You will be warned once for this, and then you'll be either temporarily or permanently removed from this role play and not allowed to rejoin. You also may not make any Mary-Sues or Gary-Stus. Your characters cannot have unnatural fur colors, funny colored eyes, wings, etc. etc. They also cannot have perfect personalities; you must balance their pros and their cons. We will reject your application if we feel that your characters violate this rule. No powers, either.
III. Literacy ;;
This is a semi-advanced role play. That means we expect at least four lines of detailed role play per post, as well as limited OOC. We will accept the occasional OOC-only post, but we will warn you if these types of posts become too frequent. As stated above, this is a role play thread, not a chat thread. You should also make an effort to use correct grammar and spelling. 'firepaw stamped his fot on the ground "you can't say that to me" he said" is not right. Rather, "Firepaw stamped his paw on the ground, shouting 'You can't say that to me!'" is right. If your grammar and spelling proves to be sub-par for this type of role play, we may ask you to leave this role play. Our apologies, but this is still a semi-advanced role play. We don't have the time nor the desire to give out grammar lessons. To lower the odds of this happening, everyone must take a literacy test before joining. It's short and sweet, but necessary. We reserve the right to reject you if we feel you are not enough of a skilled role player for this type of role play.
IV. Plot ;;
The moderators of this role play have the final say in what goes on in the plot. You, as a regular role player, do not get to decide when major events occur. You cannot control the flow of time in the role play. For example, you cannot just be like, "Blahpelt woke up the next day and yawned". I, the Game Master, decide when one day ends and the next begins. Try and keep track of these things; we don't want to have to remind you constantly about what time it is. The moderators and I must come to a general consensus before we have a major event happen, such as a battle or a runaway soldier. You cannot start these things first without our permission. If you do, you will be ignored and possibly kicked out of the role play. You may break the boot camp rules occasionally for drama, but you may not break them too often. A good rule of thumb is once per week in real time. Any more than that, and you're pushing the boundaries. There are also some boot camp rules you are strictly forbidden by the role play rules to break, simply because they would lead to major events that we don't want just randomly happening at any given moment. As stated in The Story section in the first post, you may not have your character just go wherever they want. They stay where they are ordered to be, period. No ifs, ands, or buts about it.
V. Plagiarism ;;
We all have put so much work and effort into everything in this role play. The artwork, the plot, the characters, everything. Out of common courtesy, we ask that you do not use anything from here without the permission of myself and whoever else owns the rights to whatever it is you are trying to use. If we find out that you have used something from here without permission, we will report you immediately. If you are a member of this role play, your characters will be killed off and you will be permanently removed.
VI. Activity ;;
One of the most frustrating things in a role play is when someone joins and never comes back. Please do not do this. We expect you to make at least three detailed role play posts every couple of days. If I give you a major role, such as that of a drill sergeant, we expect you to be on every day, actively role playing with those who have apprentices in your troop. If you're taking a vacation or are expecting to be gone for some other reason, then please let me or a moderator know first. If you get grounded, go through a family or personal emergency, or lose internet access, we understand. Just come back when you can and explain it to us. We'll give you your characters back if you lost them, and you can start where you left off. However, those are the only three acceptable reasons for being inactive without an excuse. If you fail to keep up with the required activity level and don't have an approved excuse, you'll be put on The Warning List. If you don't correct your activity issues within 48 hours, you will be removed for inactivity. If you can't give us a valid excuse when you come back, you'll have to start all over again. If we have to remove you three times for inactivity, you won't be allowed to join again. Please see "The Story" section in the first post for our policy regarding activity when a battle is scheduled.
VII. Character Deaths & Battles ;;
Battles are the most significant events in this role play. They are what a soldier trains for, and lives for. We schedule battles in various locations usually once every 1-2 weeks in real time, depending on how many soldiers we have in active duty versus the number in training. We will, as stated above, give you at least three days' notice when a battle is going to happen so you can let us know whether or not you'll be able to attend.
When a battle begins, you are to role play your characters participating if they are involved. Not sitting idly by. Not running away. Fighting. If your characters are not involved, you are to carry on as normal. No "Suddenly, Blahtail heard the sounds of battle and raced to help!" Does that happen in real war? 95% of the time, no. So, in that case, it isn't going to happen here. If your characters start teleporting around, you will be ignored and warned about your behavior. At some point at the beginning of the battle, I will announce which characters the Name Selector of Death has chosen. The people who own those characters must write (good) death scenes for those characters before the battle ends. If they do not, we will still treat their characters as if they are dead. If that person continues to fail to comply, they will be temporarily suspended from the role play. Your characters also cannot just randomly kill each other, not even if both parties agree. Your characters are allies; comrades in arms dedicated to protecting each other.
On that note, you cannot have your character swoop in and save a character the Selector of Death has chosen. To keep things realistic, your character can dodge up to three times before they must take a blow. During a battle, I and any other moderators online will role play the enemy cats. We will follow that same rule when role playing those enemy cats. Also, any one character may only kill up to four enemy cats in a battle, and they must sustain at least one injury in a fight before killing the cat they are engaged with. I will use a random number generator to determine who wins the battle; if I get an even number, ClawClan are victorious. If I get an odd number, the enemy is victorious and ClawClan must retreat.
VIII. Character Limits ;;
You may have as many characters as you want. However, if I or a moderator see that you are struggling to keep up with the number you have, we will make you pick two or three to kill off the next time a battle rolls around. You MUST start out as an apprentice beginning their training in a boot camp; you will start on Day 1 at boot camp. No exceptions. I will ask people to be drill sergeants and Commanding Officers when I see that they are dedicated, and I feel that they are skilled enough role players for the position. Do not ask me if I can give you one of those roles, or if I can make you a moderator. I will ignore you, and possibly suspend you from the role play if it persists.
IX. Boot Camp Rules ;;
Your character can't just dolly around and do whatever. They are to adhere to their schedules, stay within the boot camp boundaries, do what they are told when and how they are told to do it, and stay on top of any scheduling changes or cancellations. Disrespect of their superiors is not tolerated. If any of these rules are broken, the drill sergeant in charge of the offending party will issue a punishment as seen fit. As stated above, you may break some of these rules, with the exception of the "no leaving the boundaries" rule. However, your characters may not break them more than once a week in real time. If you break that part of the rule, there will be repercussions in real life.
X. Keeping Things Safe for Children ;;
The forum rules state that all role playing must be kept PG-13. We are going to adhere to this. Although there is a limit on language and gore levels, they should NEVER exceed what you'd find in a Warriors book. This role play isn't realistic in the gory sense; it is realistic in the way that war impacts the characters and their lives. You will be warned once about this, and then asked to leave. If someone breaks this rule, DO NOT QUOTE THEM OR REPLY IN ANY WAY. Just ignore it and let the moderators and I handle it. If you quote or reply, you risk this whole thread being deleted. Just report it if it's really extreme, and let the mods handle it.
XI. Respect our Troops ;;
I will not tolerate any disrespect of our men and women in uniform. If you are a member of this roleplay, and I find you disrespecting our service members anywhere on these forums, I will remove you permanently from this roleplay. I don't care what your opinion is on the wars in the Middle East, our President, the White House, or the United States in general. You will respect our troops and their sacrifices.
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Post by Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ on Jul 3, 2017 13:26:17 GMT -5
✯ R A N K S ✯
Our ranks imitate those of the United States Army. The ClawClan leader and deputy rarely, if ever, interact with regular citizens. If ever they do, they will be role played by myself and/or a moderator. An apprentice is automatically ranked up to Private when they receive their full name; any other promotions are carried out by their CO and usually happen after an act of valor or a certain amount of time in active duty.
(From Highest to Lowest)
Marshal (the military equivalent of a Clan leader) | Vice General (equivalent to a deputy) | Brigadier General | General | Colonel | Major | Captain | Lieutenant Commander | Senior Lieutenant | Lieutenant | Sergeant Commander | Sergeant | Private | Cadet
When a cat is in the presence of a soldier of a higher rank than themselves, they are to stiffen their tail and flatten their ears. This is the Warriors version of a salute. Once they either receive a salute in return or are told to let down, they may carry on. They are also to address a higher-up as "sir" or "ma'am" unless otherwise instructed. Generally, if a cat does not know another's rank, it is polite and proper to address them as "sir" or "ma'am".
✯ E N L I S T ✯
If you want to join us, you'll have to take a literacy test. The literacy test is very simple, so don't sweat it. We'll just give you a prompt that you must answer to the best of your ability. We will judge you based on that, so give it your all! We reserve the right to deny anyone who can't provide us with a satisfactory response for a semi-advanced role play. We expect good grammar and at least four sentences of detailed role play, preferably more. The more, the merrier.
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Post by Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ on Jul 3, 2017 13:31:15 GMT -5
✯ T H E C A D E T S ✯
Captain Shadowfur - A tall, muscular, broad-shouldered jet-black tom with deep blue eyes and a long, sweeping tail. Generally considered very attractive, he is well aware of this fact and uses it to his advantage. He is sneaky, manipulative, and merciless, yet loyal, intelligent, and determined all the same. He's an extraordinary fighter, yet his vicious tactics are considered by some to be unnecessary at times. He is one of the strictest drill sergeants in all of the boot camps, yet he also has one of the highest success rates. (42 moons, Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ)
Troop:
1. Cadet Littlepaw - A small brown tabby tom with soft amber eyes and a pink nose. Has extra toes on both front paws, and his back feet are both white. Very shy and meek, he is very easy for bullying and being picked on. Tends to keep to himself and try and keep out of the way. He’s good at motivating others however. Awful at fighting, too shy/meek to stand up to anyone, and clumsy. He’s not very good at really anything, but he tries. Crumples under pressure and panics easily in battles. Looks down on himself often and easily gives up. Questioning. (6 moons, SweetComet)
2. Cadet Honeypaw - Has golden-reddish long fur with tufted ears. Creamy-white muzzle, tailtip and splotch on chest. Very confident and fiery, she stands up for those who can’t stand up for themselves. She hates bullies and dislikes taking orders, though she has gotten better about listening to her commanders. Enjoys giving motivational speeches and likes to try and take charge even if she isn’t the most experienced for the job. Excessively vain and proud, she thinks she can do most things better than anyone else. Straight. (9 moons, SweetComet)
3. Cadet Lightningpaw - Physically strong for a young apprentice, Lightningpaw has a small yet muscular build. His velvety skin is covered in an off-white, slashed with chocolate brown stripes all over. One stripe that runs down his right shoulder looks very similar to a lightning bolt, hence his name. The most notable of all of his features are his angry eyes. They are sharp, fierce, and burning with a crackling, yellow-orange fire. He has medium-length fur that sticks out pretty much everywhere, notably at his tail, stomach, and chest. Two tiny nicks have tainted his right ear. Lightningpaw is... quite a spitfire. A rough-and-tumble cat of his Clan, this hot-blooded tom has a quick temper that is rather extreme. He tends to speak his mind a lot - in a loud, rude tone, that is; even when he doesn't realize it. When he is play-fighting or training, he might go a bit too far and accidentally end up scratching a cat. But the thing is, he can't exactly help it; he is violent by nature and the "claws sheathed" rule sometimes goes in one ear and comes out the other for him. Despite his extroverted nature, he is a huge determinator, and is always trying to boost his Clan's morale. No matter how much pain he's in, no matter how injured he is, he will push on until he's won. He can actually be a very friendly and open cat to talk to, but it is quite easy to get onto Light's bad side. And if you make it there, I'm sure he would let you know. Unfortunately, he wouldn't be the smarter person and just let a grudge go; he would go right up to his offender and challenge them. No, Lightningpaw isn't the most merciful or the smartest cat. But overall, he is a powerhouse who can be a good companion to fight alongside. Lightningpaw is quick to do certain things, having a "act now, question later" attitude. He's a brash cat who is easily angered, which can make it hard for him to concentrate. He seems to be suffering from slight IED, which is the cause of his persona. Heterosexual/asexual. (6 moons, Mᴏᴏɴ - -)
5. Cadet Rowanpaw - A short-haired solid ginger tom with emerald-green eyes. He secretly feels afraid to go to the battlefield because he doesn't want to see anyone get hurt and he wonders if he'll be too scared when the time comes to fight. A warmhearted and an overall good-natured cat, Rowanpaw is a kind and considerate tom, obedient and ready to serve his Clan. He cares about his Clanmates more than he cares about himself, and loves to help others. He's outgoing, unafraid to speak his mind, and is extremely loyal to his friends. Rowanpaw doesn't like fighting much at all, but is aware of the situation he is in and that he is going to have to fight. Straight. (6 moons, Wolfdusk)
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Sergeant Commander Flamepelt - A lean but muscular bright ginger tom with green eyes, Flamepelt's temper is about as fiery as his pelt. His fuse is very short, and as a result he'll snap as a result of anything. He loves to yell, so much so that many cats wonder if he can talk at any level but loud. He's cantankerous, unsympathetic, and brash. Despite having little experience on the front lines, he has many scars crisscrossing his pelt from past conflicts. He is missing the first claw on his front left paw as a result of his induction into the ClawClan military. (28 moons, Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ)
Boot Camp: Camp Fire
Troop:
1. Cadet Sparrowpaw - A russet-colored tabby she-cat with darker russet stripes and white markings. She has emerald green eyes. Sparrowpaw is very enthusiastic and passionate about serving in the army. She hopes to be the best and is very ambitious, making her determined to win. She's hard-working and is willing to take any challenge on without complaint, even if it means doing something extremely difficult, but at the same time she is sensible enough to not do anything too reckless. Sparrowpaw is a bit quiet and is quite reserved, making her unlikely to share her feelings and thoughts with others unless she finds them to be trustworthy cats. This makes it somewhat difficult for her to form bonds with others, but when she does she will be completely loyal to them in the end, and if you break that trust, don't expect her to be forgiving at all. Because of her drive to succeed, Sparrowpaw often sets the bar too high for herself, meaning that whenever she cannot live up to her expectations of herself, she feels discouraged and begins to doubt herself. She is bisexual. (9 moons, Wolfdusk)
2. Cadet Hailpaw - A large, fluffy stone-grey tom with stormy blue eyes. Black tipped tail and lighter underfur. Quite large for his age, he has a few notches in his left ear. Arrogant young tom, he’s quite good at fighting and overpowering his enemies. He’s a bit of a narcissist but has good-intentions. He’s very dedicated to following orders and loyal to ClawClan. The only one he may put above the Clan itself is his friends and fellow troops. Despite being good at fighting, he is awful at strategy and typically runs in headfirst. While he is a narcissist, on the inside he is less confident in his abilities. When confronted with that, his temper flares violently. Straight. (6 moons, SweetComet)
3. Cadet Snakepaw - Snakepaw is an pureblooded Oriental. Don’t be fooled by the svelte, tubular physique she sports; this cat has a surprising weight and hard muscle tone, being neither frail nor fragile. Her fine-lined fur is pure black all over, with only the tips of her large ears being gray. Set neatly on her triangular face, Snakepaw's chilling and vitriolic eyes taper at the ends, sharp and defined like the perfect almond shape. They are colored a dull green. One of her notable features are her long claws. It is never great to be on the receiving end of them, as they are sharp like razor and can cut effortlessly. Thinking of making friends with this girl? Well, think again. Snakepaw is blunt, distant, and gives off an overall negative vibe. It takes a lot of hard work to become a true 'friend', and even more to become more than that. For now, brutal honesty is her best friend forever. You're hurt from her words, so what? She doesn't care. If a cat is thin-skinned and sensitive to criticism or insults, she'll tell them to toughen up, because the world "has no place for cry babies", she says. This tomboyish girl has absolutely no qualms about hurting others feelings, not that she intends to. Sometimes. Aside from being absolutely rude, Snakepaw is a stoic one. Her expressionless gaze is enough to let anyone know she's not playing around. She's a no-nonsense kind of cat, and does not think training is a game. She loves hard work, and pushes herself to the limit if she has to. Being made of iron from inside and out, Snakepaw looks down on her weaker peers, thinking that they should be left to fend for themselves if they can't bite the bullet when it comes to war. She has a bit of an ego, and feels as if she deserves utmost importance. She prefers to isolate herself, staring around at nature or the people around her, as if she's actually interested in them. She will talk with others, but her vocabulary usually consists of sharp remarks and blunt insults. She's not a favorable cat to be around, with her straightforward, curt attitude. Heterosexual/asexual. (9 moons, Mᴏᴏɴ - -)
4. Cadet Icepaw - Icepaw is the picture of beauty of grace, in all honestly. She has a perfectly proportioned body with brilliant blue eyes and soft, flowing fur. Always somehow perfectly groomed, her fur is nearly pure white with light orange points at her paws, tail, ears, and most of her face. Under her coat are hard muscles and sharp claws, her beauty not keeping her from being fierce. You would think that a she-cat with such good looks would be soft and kind, wouldn’t you? From a distance you might assume that of Icepaw, but when you get a closer look you’ll realize you just made a fatal mistake. Icepaw is just about the harshest cat of her age you might come across, her only goal in mind is to win and be the best. She couldn’t care less about most of others when it comes to her completing her goal, and in turn she’s rather cold-blooded and unfeeling to other emotions. She sets her own rules and barely follows others instructions that aren’t necessary. Though in a cat like this, there still is a soft spot. It might be hard to find, but Icepaw is still determined to find someone to bond as she grows up. Along with this Icepaw isn’t completely self-centered in the battle itself, the she-cat still willing to help another cat when they need it. Given that Icepaw is such a independent cat, she gives little care to other’s advice. She sets her own rules and often overshoots, and one day that’s going to catch up with her. Bisexual. (9 moons, Lórien)
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Lieutenant Commander Tigerfury - Tigerfury has a large, tall build that seems to tower over all; she's almost as large as a male. Her skin is covered in a medium-length brown pelt complete with classic dark brown tabby stripes. Her hard green eyes, her best feature, some would say, seem to glow in darkness, and most cats who look at her know right off the bat that she could cut through you if those eyes were daggers. She is covered in a few battle scars, the most notable ones being a long scar that runs down her bulky shoulder, two small scars on her right cheekbone, and a few small nicks her ears. Although she is a very pretty cat - and knows this fact is true - Tigerfury's personality is...not as charming. She is a cat whom you would never, ever, want to cross, and I mean that. As both a captain and sergeant commander, this hot-blooded she-cat has a temper that is as extreme as her difficult training methods. Disrespect is something she can't stand in a hundred years, and as she always keeps watching her own behavior, she demands the same from everyone else. Tiger is harsh, strict, and quite loud. She has a habit of throwing around insults and remarks on occasion, and especially likes it when it hits home for one of her students. She believes that this is what "keeps them going". Her anger can get out of hand, and sometimes she will even go out of her way as to put her claws on a insubordinate Cadet to straighten them out. Heterosexual/asexual. (31 moons, Mᴏᴏɴ - -)
Boot Camp: Camp Leaf
Troop:
1. Cadet Oakpaw - Oakpaw’s bloodline heavily includes Bengal blood, and his appearance heavily reflects that fact. The first thing you’ll notice about the tom is his tall frame accompanied by unusually large paws, the base of his coat being light brown. Over this light brown are splotches of darker brown that are lined by black. Along with this Oakpaw has faint black stripes on his tail, face, and legs. He also has large ears, long whiskers, and wide green eyes. In a clan like this there’s quite a few unique reactions to the constant battle, and Oakpaw is no exception to this. The tom shys away from the thought of actually fighting, but he’s slowly coming to grips with the fact that it’s unavoidable. This has formed him into surprisingly self-centered cat, only truly caring about his own survival. This has made him harsh and brash despite his reluctance when it comes to battle, and on the training grounds he strives to become the best, sometimes even without the work that the title requires. In the end Oakpaw is self-centered, and in battle he wouldn’t be willing to sacrifice himself for others. He cares about himself coming out of the battle alive, and not much else. This in turn may make others less willing to help him. Straight. (6 moons, Lórien)
2. Cadet Swiftpaw - A muscular brown tabby with jet black stripes and a white muzzle. He has bright yellow eyes. Headstrong and bad-tempered, Swiftpaw is a cat that's hard to get along with. His grumpy, stubborn, disobedient attitude isn't very well-liked by his Clanmates at all, and his motives are difficult to understand. He's sarcastic and is often found making disrespectful and rude remarks. He is very closed up and is almost always seen alone, not just because he enjoys it but also because he feels no one would like to be around him anyways. Swiftpaw's personality causes problems and gets him into a lot of trouble. Straight ace. (6 moons, Wolfdusk)
3. Cadet Brackenpaw - Brackenpaw is a soft brown tabby tom with a white underbelly, throat, and muzzle. His front paws and ear tips are white and he has a short cropped tail. His eyes are a sparkling green and his nose is dark grey. Brackenpaw is extremely calm and he is also very focused on success. However, he cares for his fellow cadets' safety and he'll warn them, despite him not talking very much, but he won't go out of his way to stop them from making a silly mistake. Sometimes he "tattles" on others to their superiors which makes him slightly unlikeable, which doesn't phase him all that much. Brackenpaw is more of a thinker but he is always prepared to fight if it's needed. Although he doesn't enjoy fighting, he would never back down to keep himself alive. He will fight to the death and has always wanted to be a type of hero figure although he doubts that would ever happen. Brackenpaw is also very serious. He rarely cracks a smile or shows signs of joy unless he was, of course, successful. The tom is a humble cat and he isn't one for praise. He doesn't have friends but when he gets upset, seeing other cats with friends, he tells himself that friends would get in the way of his success by distracting him from his goal. He can also be quite callous and he is fairly cold and he gives off a "lifeless" vibe, for he is basically "emotionless." Brackenpaw is very respectful to those of higher rank and he does show some respect towards his fellow cadets. Brackenpaw is straight-forward and he hates when others lie to him. He enjoys the truth and isn't afraid to tell it, even if it means bad consequences for himself, for that, is fair and he is all about things being fair. Brackenpaw's will to succeed can cause him to do specific things without thought of those around him, and himself, and his push to do better than his best can cause others to dislike him for sometimes to those of his rank he looks like he's showing off, when he doesn't think he is. Asexual. (6 moons, cloudyromxnce)
4. Cadet Fogpaw - Fogpaw is a regular sized tom-cat with a thick pelt. His fur is a very pale greyish-silver, making him look almost white except for the darker ticking on his face and over his shoulders, down his spine to his tail. Over this foggy pelt, he has darker tabby stripes that are more defined toward the front of his body and less defined toward his hindquarters. His eyes are golden brown. Fogpaw isn't timid whatsoever. Upon learning what his life was to be like when he was born, he was nothing but thrilled. He's fiery in his temper and very respectful only towards those above him. He's very headstrong and won't hesitate to fight or argue with the other cats his age or below him. He tends to take thoughtless risks in order to impress his superiors or look like a hero. Homosexual. (6 moons, Cool Guy)
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Post by Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ on Jul 3, 2017 13:35:57 GMT -5
✯ T H E C L A W C L A N M I L I T A R Y ✯
The Land Division The Land Division is the default Division all soldiers are sent to when they complete training camp. They must spend one full year, or four seasons, in the Land Division before they can apply to join any training programs for other Divisions. The Land Division is made up of six Companies, with each one of those being made up of units, which themselves are broken down into squads.
First Respondent Company "Be always on the watch."
First Respondent Company is the first Company in the Land Division. They are made up of only the most level-headed, intelligent cats- the ones who can remain calm in any crisis. The reason for this fact is because First Respondent Company cats are the first to be sent to deal with any crisis. If any kind of uprising happens or another Clan requests the help of ClawClan, they will send in a First Respondent unit. If a war happens, First Respondent are the first to form the front lines, and will continue to maintain those lines throughout the entirety of the war. They are highly respected throughout the Clan, simply because they are the first ones to stand up and protect. Any cat who is sent to First Respondent will find themselves thrust into a challenge unlike any other. The chance of dying is higher than in any other unit, but so is the chance of dying for a noble cause. First Respondent Company is considered by many to be made up of some of the bravest, most heroic cats in all of the Armed Forces...and they're right.
Theme Song: Rise Up ~ Extreme Music
Mark: One straight line, then two horizontal lines on top of each other, and finally a straight line with a diagonal line connected to its right side, all one after the other in a line on the cat's left side. In the written language of ClawClan, those lines stand for FR, the initials of First Respondent.
Company Commander:
Colonel Whitewater - A big, muscular, broad-shouldered, thick-furred white tom with piercing ice-blue eyes and claws as sharp as thorns. He has a deep, booming voice and a commanding posture, always seeming to tower over everyone- even those who are equal in size to he. He has a thick scar running down the facing left (right) side of his face from a badger fight when he was a younger soldier. He has been serving in the ClawClan military since before the start of the war against the Shadow League, and is very experienced. He is missing the first claw on his right paw from his induction ceremony, and of course has the markings of a First Respondent soldier. The tip of his tail is missing from an unknown battle, and the tips of both of his ears are torn. Many smaller, much less noticeable scars crisscross his pelt, being hidden most of the time by his thick fur. He is very good at what he does, tolerating no foolishness but being relatively approachable nonetheless. He is kind and compassionate toward those who show him respect and loyalty, and would willingly lay down his life for any ClawClan soldier. He is, however, quite introverted, rarely letting his feelings show and talking to no one outside of what is necessary. He is a silent strategist, discussing his ideas and plans with no one until it is time to execute them. He spends most of his free time in his den, thinking over the state of things and planning for the next day's battle. Anyone who tries to know him will be sorely disappointed. He is a graduate of Camp Fire. (60 moons, Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ) Number of Units: Nine. Squads Per Unit: Three. Cats Per Squad: Eight.
Unit 1 Commanded by:
Captain Finchlegs - A ginger and white tom with forest green eyes, Finchlegs is lithe and long-legged with powerful hind legs. He has a wide, oval-shaped white splotch on his forehead that is crossed over by a thin scar. One of his ears is badly torn, impairing his hearing slightly in said ear. His tail is long and scarred, and one of his hind paws has three of its claws missing- one from induction and two from unknown battles. His eyes are bright and calculating, always seeming to study everything and everyone they see. He is extremely determined, never giving up a fight until it is physically impossible for him to continue. This has lead to him stretching out his unit's battles longer than necessary, but it has also earned his unit the reputation of one of the most determined, successful units in all of First Respondent. His loyalty to ClawClan is apparent in everything he does, and he is clearly proud to be a ClawClan soldier. He can be a bit brash and sometimes acts too quickly, but is also usually the one to find the flaws in his and others' plans. (45 moons, Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ)
Squad 1
Commander:
Senior Lieutenant Bluewing - A blue-grey she-cat with smooth, beautiful fur and intelligent blue eyes. There is a large, deep, gouge-like scar in her shoulder from a fierce battle with the Shadow League- the same one that earned her the position of her squad's commander in place of its previous one, who was transferred. Her face is also badly scarred, with many thin lines crisscrossing it and one large, wide scar going across her muzzle. She is lithe and fast but strong nonetheless. She had a rough beginning, having failed her final assessment at Camp Leaf the first time she took it. However, she didn't let that stop her, and after some more preparation she took it again and earned her spot in First Respondent. She didn't let the teasing of her comrades slow her down, and quickly ascended to a point where her superiors were taking notice of her. Upon becoming commander of her squad, she dedicated herself to keeping her squad's reputation at a near-perfect level. She is known throughout the Company for her determination and unwillingness to give up, and is an inspiration to her peers. She is very energetic, sometimes to an overwhelming extent, and is always eager to engage the enemy in combat. She is, however, somewhat of a poor planner, often relying on her unit commander to help her out. (36 moons, Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ) Squad Members 1. Private Moonleaf - Moonleaf may seem small for a soldier, but she has strong muscles underneath her pelt, the results of months and months of strict training. Her fine-haired pelt begins with a silvery-blue color. A darker, navy-color is manifested in the form of mackerel tabby stripes, which are slashed over her forehead, cheekbones, back, legs, and her feather-like tail. Accents of a dark pink nose, alabaster fangs, and long, thorn-sharp claws complete her looks. Her 'leaf' suffix would say otherwise, but Moonleaf is not a medic. She is an independent and tough servicewoman with a confident attitude. At first sight of her rather pretty appearance, some label her as "queenly" or "dainty". But once you get to know this her, you'll see she's far from being either. Moonleaf is actually a bit tomboyish with a positive and adventurous personality. She's daring and bold, ready for any challenge, and never backs down from any, either. If it's especially necessary or appropriate, she isn't afraid to speak her mind to those older or wiser than she. But she knows the difference between voicing her opinions and disrespectfully challenging her superiors. She is skilled at climbing trees, and will often do so on her break time, just to take a look at the scenery of the bases below. She's not scared of fighting in particular, but seeing a great number of fallen cats makes her very anxious and jittery. Straight. (16 moons, Mᴏᴏɴ - -)
2. Private Ashfern - Ashfern is a gray tabby tom with blue eyes. Withdrawn and shy, Ashfern was a happy but timid cat. He used to have trouble talking to others but has mostly gotten over that now with the help of his friend, Shadestorm. But after Shadestorm's death, Ashfern became more closed up then ever, and hardly ever speaks to anyone. Shadestorm was the cat he trusted most, and he confided in him. Ashfern is still grieving for him even though it has been awhile, so he has become a bit moody and snappish, and still does as he is told by his commander, but doesn't do much at all in his free time. Ashfern was traumatized by Shadestorm's death and this can affect him on the battlefield. Homosexual. (13 moons, Wolfdusk)
Squad 2 Commander:
Senior Lieutenant Rushfade - A mottled brown tom, Rushfade still looks like he belongs in the nursery. He has soft kit fur, an innocent face, bright blue eyes, and soft pawpads. However, he possesses an intelligence and an ability to strategize that is tough to compete with; many cats find themselves in awe of his ability to plan and re-plan as necessary. He is quite wise for his age, and that shows in nearly everything he says and does. He is quiet and rather introverted, which makes him hard to approach at times. (29 moons, Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ)
Squad Members
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Stronghold Company
"Embrace the beast within."
Stronghold Company is the second Company in the Land Division, and the only invitation-only Company. What that means is that not just any soldier can be assigned to this Company out of Boot Camp. When a troop of apprentices take their final assessment, a representative from Stronghold Company will observe them. They will watch each apprentice closely, especially during the private session. At the end of the final assessment, they will approach the troop's Commanding Officer and tell them of any cats they thought met the joining criteria of Stronghold. In order to be sought out by this representative, an apprentice must demonstrate exceptional strength and battle skill, well beyond what is normally seen in cats their age. They must display immense courage, dedication, and determination. Stronghold Company are the beasts of the Land Division, and of the ClawClan Armed Forces as a whole. If First Respondent Company can't handle a situation by themselves, Stronghold will usually send in a unit to help. Along with First Respondent, they are the first to form and maintain the front lines in a war. As only the strongest make it in, it is considered a great honor to be selected for Stronghold. Their peacetime duties include guarding home and nursing camps, patrolling borders, and inter-Clan police work.
Theme Song: Breathing Fire ~ Extreme Music
Mark: A scar of three horizontal claw marks running along the left flank.
Company Commander:
Brigadier General Blizzardleaf - As one of the highest ranking cats in ClawClan, Blizzardleaf demands repsect- and gets it. Physically, he is one of the strongest cats in the Land Division. Mentally, he's equally as strong. He is truly a force to be reckoned with, both in and out of battle. Despite his higher age, he's still just as strong and ferocious as ever, if not to prove his worth. It would do a cat well to not cross him... ever. (66 moons, Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ) Number of Units: Seven. Squads Per Unit: Five. Cats Per Squad: Four.
Unit 1 Commanded by:
Colonel Shortsun - A brown and ginger she-cat, Shortsun has a determined, courageous, respectably fiery personality. She never lets anything or anyone get past her, and is ready for any challenge. She has part of one of her ears missing, along with several missing claws on various paws. The tip of her tail is also bent at an awkward angle, which apparently was a birth defect. Still, she doesn't let any of those things get her down, and is truly a Stronghold cat. (44 moons, Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ)
Squad 1
Commander:
Captain Leopardspots - A dappled she-cat, Leopardspots is the definition of selfish. She helps herself before anyone else, and isn't afraid to wave her status in anyone's face. She demands her squad members not to show her up, and is good at placing them so strategically that she always comes out on top, even though she rarely takes the bulk of any mission. Outside of battle, she is rarely involved with her squad, preferring instead to do whatever pleases her. (32 moons, Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ) Squad Members 1. Private Redstorm - Redstorm is a large and muscular tom, with an average height and build; earned through training that definitely got his former tiny, shy, and frail self into proper shape. His large eyes are set on a pronounced slant on his head that is topped with high-set ears that display his alertness and inquisitive nature. A unique feature that distinguishes him from others is that his back legs are slightly longer than his front, giving them a more thewy appearance. His pelt is made up of red fur, with darker tabby stripes racing throughout his body. His eyes are a vivid evergreen, and had a former sparkle in them, like gems in sunlight. But the spark has darkened a bit, leaving his oculars serious and a bit dull. Redstorm is a quiet but shrewd young boy with a gentle demeanor. He is a quick learner, and obeys his higher-ups and veterans at all times. He tries his best to be stern and serious like the other servicemen, but it always seems forced, as he usually gives off a calm, kind air all the time. He can come across as being "too serious", as he doesn't smile as often nowadays, but when he is genuinely having a good time, he'll let you know with one of those rare grins. He feels like he is obliged to treat absolutely everyone around him with with respect, and tends to gush polite vocabulary at whomever he is around, no matter their rank. He tends to hesitate a lot, which can cause him to miss certain things; oncoming battle strikes especially. Straight. (13 moons, Mᴏᴏɴ - -)
Feather Company
"Always there."
The Feather Company is the third Company in the Land Division. They are often ridiculed and put down by the other Companies, simply because only the weakest, most cowardly soldiers are sent there. It is viewed by the other Companies as being a collection of the rejects, and this opinion is often readily stated. They are always the last to be called to the front lines, and their units usually carry out regular peacetime duties over fighting. However, Feather Company cats are known for their determination and their loyalty, and would naturally do anything for ClawClan despite the mockery. They would do anything for a Clanmate in need, much as a soldier should. Even though they are no where near the strongest or the smartest, they have qualities about them that make them worthy of being honored. Often, the cats spreading the most goodwill and boosting morale on the battlefield are of Feather Company. Feather Company are also the only cats capable of using and understanding the written cat language in all of the Land Division, something they take great pride in. Their peacetime duties include guard duty when Stronghold and First Respondent are unavailable, acting as messengers, and serving as hunters and even medics in nursing and home camps.
Theme Song: Unbreakable ~ Fireflight
Mark: A straight line with two horizontal lines next to it, one over the other. This is repeated five times, and is placed in vertical fashion down the left front leg.
Company Commander: N/A Number of Units: Three. Squads Per Unit: Four. Cats Per Squad: Five.
Unit 1 Commanded by:
Colonel Graypelt - Graypelt, a slender dark grey tom with bright yellow eyes, is the definition of compassion and kindness. He is always willing to lend a helping "paw", and is truly a clean soul. He is willing to give his life time and time again for anyone, from the tiniest kit to the most courageous warrior. He is called weak by some, but no one can deny his loyalty to his Clanmates and his Clan, before himself of course. (42 moons, Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ)
Squad 1
Commander:
Lieutenant Commander Brightpelt - A white she-cat with grey splotches, Brightpelt is likely the most noble of all Feather Company cats. She is perhaps not as compassionate as Graypelt, but matches him in terms of loyalty and selflessness. She quietly does her duty, rarely asking for anything. However, she is completely against the idea of romance, and will publicly discipline any couple that engages in romantic activities in public. (36 moons, Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ)
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Thunder Company "Greatness awaits."
The Thunder Company is the fourth Company in the Land Division. Any cat who is strong and fearless, but not enough so to make it into Stronghold, will find themselves put in this Company. Thunder Company usually backs up Stronghold in all of its fights, and will send out units around two or three days after Stronghold does. They promote any and all kinds of heroics, and encourage their soldiers to give their all, each and every time. They reward courageousness and strength and punish cowardliness and weakness. Thunder Company believes that every cat must fight for themselves, and thus does not promote the use of group tactics. They push their cats to work as hard as they can for what they want, and refuse to acknowledge anything less than that. Known as the hard hitters of the Land Division, they are unafraid of bloodshed, seeing it as just another thing they can use to prove their strength. Next to Stronghold, they are the strongest in terms of brute strength. Thunder Company cats are taught early on how to work well with Stronghold, as the two Companies are almost never seen apart in a battle or war. Their peacetime duties include guard duty and inter-Clan police work. A lot of Thunder Company soldiers also go on to become drill sergeants.
Theme Song: Ready for This ~ All Good Things Alternate Theme Song: Radioactive ~ Imagine Dragons
Mark: A jagged zigzag on the forehead, said to symbolize a lightning bolt.
Company Commander:
Colonel Frostbite - A white she-cat with pale gray splotches, Frostbite is one of those cats that is truly intimidating in appearance. She has a wide head, glimmering ice-blue eyes, large paws, powerful hind legs, and an overall solid build. Her claws are sharp and long, and she always makes an effort to keep them as such. She has a nasty scar going across one side of her face, many long ones crisscrossing her pelt, and a piece of her tail missing. She is absolutely ferocious in battle, often becoming blind to her own safety in favor of defeating the enemy. Although not the best strategist, she is stunningly courageous and is a model Thunder soldier. She tolerates no corruption or disarray in her Company, and demands the most from everyone. (64 moons, Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ) Number of Units: Seven. Squads Per Unit: Six. Cats Per Squad: Five.
Unit 1 Commanded by:
Major Blackwater - A massive, dark tom, Blackwater represents the "terrifying" aspect of war. His voice is deep and rough, he has more scars than one can count, and his muscles are so prominent one has to wonder how he doesn't collapse beneath their weight. He is loud, brash, and insistent, often pushing his cats further and harder than many other commanders. He does not accept exhaustion as an excuse, and will stop at nothing to see a mission to completion. (49 moons, Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ) Squad 1 Commander:
Captain Mossywind - A brownish-red she-cat, Mossywind doesn't look much like a Thunder cat at first glance. She is rather small, with a lithe build and long legs. She is very agile, yet she lacks the brute strength of most Thunder cats. Her reason for having been placed in Thunder is simple: she is not matched by any other cat in terms of sheer courage and fearlessness. Despite her size, she stands against any cat without even a glimmer of fear. Her first priority isn't winning, but ensuring that morale stays up to a healthy level. She matches Blackwater's ferocity with an intense fieryness, and is rarely challenged in her decisions. (40 moons, Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ) Squad Members 1. Private Foxtooth - A ginger tom with a black "mask" on his face. He has various white markings on his body and a black tail and legs. He has emerald-green eyes. Fiery, devoted, and passionate, Wolfblaze is the complete opposite of her brother. While Wolfblaze, like her brother, is fiercely loyal, Wolfblaze is a feisty tom-boy. Wolfblaze is very eager to fight for her Clan, and she has been ever since she was a kit. She is ambitious (but only to serve her Clan) and can be hot-headed at times, but can be calm when necessary and is always respectful towards her commanders. Wolfblaze is very tough and speaks her mind, but would never let anyone know she does have a soft side and has a kind heart. If she becomes close enough to a cat she loves with everything she has and would do anything to protect them. Foxtooth is a little naive and can trust others easily, which means it isn't unlikely he could be taken advantage of. He can also be reckless when it comes to protecting his Clanmates. Wolfblaze's brother. Straight. (13 moons, Wolfdusk)
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Leopard Company "Never be outdone."
Leopard Company is one of two gender-specific Companies in ClawClan. Leopard Company is a she-cats only Company, priding themselves on the determination and confidence that they claim is only found in females. The bonds formed between the she-cats in Leopard Company are eternally strong, with many mother-daughter and sister-sister type bonds being formed. There are some who claim that having a females-only Company is a poor idea, as it ostracizes soldiers based purely on gender. The cats of Leopard, however, would disagree- they believe that ostracizing based on gender allows for stronger, less dramatic bonds to be formed between soldiers, which in turn leads to higher morale and more dedication to the job. Perhaps they are right, since Leopard has one of the highest morale standards of any Company in the Land Division. They encourage their soldiers to always practice confidence in themselves and in others, and to never back down from a fight. Their motto, "Never be outdone", reflects the Company's overall goal of always being the strongest, smartest, and most respected on the battlefield. Regardless of where one stands on the issue of gender-specific Companies, one cannot argue the success that Leopard has had because of it.
Theme Song: Fight ~ All Good Things Mark: A vertical line with a horizontal line attached to its bottom right. The mark is placed on the facing right (left) cheek and represents the letter L, which stands in turn for Leopard.
Company Commander:
Colonel Emberface - Much as her name suggests, Emberface has a ginger face. The rest of her is black, making her look quite unusual. She has tufted ears, wide paws, and a fierce yellow stare. She has a gouge-like scar in her foreleg from a fight when she was younger, which she hates due to its grotesque appearance. She is cold and calculating, and has no problem showing her distaste for a cat directly to them. Despite Leopard's motto, she is satisfied with just going along her path at her own pace, never pushing herself to do more. She expects her warriors to do just that, however. (41 moons, Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ) Number of Units: Nine Squads Per Unit: Three Cats Per Squad: Eight
Unit 1 Commander:
Major Halfdusk - Likely the oldest cat, Halfdusk is close to retirement. She has grown slow and rather frail from age; her response time to questions has slowed, and many claim her mind is muddled by age. However, she still proves herself to be capable on the battlefield, and for that reason has remained in power. Her fur has grown dull and lighter with age, and every step she takes is one of frailty. (90 moons, Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ) Squad 1 Commander: Lieutenant Birchtail - Birchtail has short, orange fur and kind blue eyes. She is very sincere, and often shows compassion to even the grouchiest of soldiers. She is a great morale-booster, and is looked to in times of hardship for her upbeat, optimistic personality. She is constantly encouraging her soldiers to be everything they can be, no matter what. (27 moons, Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ) Squad Members 1. Private Wolfblaze - A dark gray she-cat with a silver (or light gray) chest, underbelly, tail tip, muzzle, and paws. She has ice-blue eyes. Fiery, devoted, and passionate, Wolfblaze is the complete opposite of her brother. While Wolfblaze, like her brother, is fiercely loyal, Wolfblaze is a feisty tom-boy. Wolfblaze is very eager to fight for her Clan, and she has been ever since she was a kit. She is ambitious (but only to serve her Clan) and can be hot-headed at times, but can be calm when necessary and is always respectful towards her commanders. Wolfblaze is very tough and speaks her mind, but would never let anyone know she does have a soft side and has a kind heart. If she becomes close enough to a cat she loves with everything she has and would do anything to protect them. Wolfblaze is a fierce warrior and would fight until the very end, especially for her Clanmates, and would do anything to protect them. Her feisty temper could also lead to her downfall. Straight/asexual. (16 moons, Wolfdusk)
Tiger Company
"Be strong, always."
Tiger Company is the other gender-specific Company in ClawClan. They accept toms only, giving them a macho image that they are very proud of. Tiger soldiers tend to be very proud, boisterous, and fun-loving. Outside of battle, they take their duty relatively lightly and are not afraid of having a good time. In battle, however, they transform into courageous, powerful fighters with a knack for helping each other and making the enemy weak in the knees. No Tiger cat stands alone, and the brotherly relationships they promote help promote this. Every battle strategy they formulate incorporates teamwork, and everyone is expected to at least get to know each other a little bit. The closeness of Tiger soldiers is unmatched by any other Company, which is why they simply are some of the best.
Theme Song: Brothers ~ Dean Brody
Mark: Four vertical claw marks down the left flank.
Company Commander:
Colonel Lionfang - A huge golden tom, Lionfang is an absolute beast. He has muscles like a boar, a wide head, and paws the size of an apprentice's head. However, his bark is definitely worse than his bite. He is unafraid to make threats, but he often doesn't follow through with them. He is very approachable, and many cats love talking to him on his visits. He is warm-hearted, open, and optimistic, if a bit irresponsible at times. (61 moons, Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ) Number of Units: Seven Squads Per Unit: Six Cats Per Squad: Five
Unit 1 Commanded by:
Captain Sootfeather - A mottled grey tom, Sootfeather is all about brotherhood. He promotes all of Tiger Company's values, and expects his cats to follow them to a tee. He loves to have fun and be carefree when not in battle, and is often the one to start singing and throwing fits of happiness at random. He is bouncy, something that boosts the morale of his unit quite well. In battle, however, he turns from fun lover to serious. He does not tolerate fun on the battlefield, and expects all of his cats to take every battle seriously. He does not take his cats' lives lightly, and he expects his cats to be the same way. (32 moons, Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ) Squad 1 Commander:
Lieutenant Yellowslip - A long-furred black tom, Yellowslip is the quiet one. He often lets Sootfeather handle all of the decision making, watching on with his deep yellow eyes. He rarely makes comments unless asked, and is not one to take part much in the fun, sometimes reckless activities his fellow Tiger soldiers partake in. It seems as if he saw something horrible when he was younger, and that permanently drained all of the fun out of him. His eyes bear a constant sadness. (30 moons, Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ) Squad Members 1. |
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Post by Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ on Jul 3, 2017 13:38:48 GMT -5
✯ T H E M E M B E R S ✯
Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ ~ The Game Master. I founded this role play on February 13, 2016. As the Game Master, I have the final say in everything that happens. If there's an issue, either I or a moderator will handle it. If a moderator does, you are allowed to appeal their decision to me, but my decision is final. Only I can promote members to moderator and ask people to role play drill sergeants and commanding officers.
Wolfdusk
SweetComet
Mᴏᴏɴ - - ~ RP Moderator. Direct any questions and concerns to her if Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ isn't around.
Lórien
cloudyromxnce
Cool Guy
The Warning List
If your name is on this list, then you have not been active enough on this role play. You are expected to post at least three role play posts every 1-2 days on here. Unless you have received an approved leave of absence, you must adhere to this. If you fail to follow this rule, you will be put on the list. If your name appears on the list, you have 48 hours to fix your activity issues before you will be removed from this role play and your characters deleted. One post a day isn't enough, nor is five posts every four days. Three posts (at least) every 1-2 days. That's the rule. I will not accept the "I'm busy" excuse from people who are on the warning list. If you're that busy, then do the responsible thing and leave this roleplay. There are people who want to join this role play; as we have very limited spots available I want to ensure that only the most active, responsible people are in this.
Currently on the List:
✯ T H E B U L L E T I N B O A R D ✯
The Bulletin Board is your go-to location for news. If a battle or other major event is going to happen, it will be posted in red at the very top. Be sure to check here several times every day for updates; it is critical that you are aware of what is going on.
✯ E X T R A S ✯
Ceremonies
Ceremonies are an important part of a soldier's life. They mark milestones that they have achieved after months, sometimes years, of hard work. They are normally preformed either by a drill sergeant or a unit's Commanding Officer, but may also be performed by a ranking officer in the absence of either, such as when a kit becomes an apprentice.
The Apprentice Ceremony
Cat Presiding: [name of kit], you have reached the tender age of six/nine moons, and thus are ready to leave the safety of your mother's side and go on to boot camp. I see in you [quality] and [quality], and I know that you will be a great soldier because of these qualities. As you go on in your journey, take with you this new name as a symbol of your progress. I name you [kit's new name, ending in -paw].
The Soldier Ceremony
Drill Sergeant: [name of apprentice], you have successfully completed your six months of training here at [name of boot camp], and have proved your worth by passing a final assessment. It is time now for you to take your full name, and become a true soldier of ClawClan. Do you, [name of apprentice], hereby swear to uphold the laws and traditions of this Clan, and to fight to defend its honor, even at the cost of your very life?
Apprentice: I do.
Drill Sergeant: Then by the authority vested in me, I grant upon you your new name. [name of apprentice], from this moment on you shall be known as [new name]. ClawClan acknowledges and respects your [quality] and [quality], and we look forward to serving beside you.
The Promotion Ceremony
Commanding Officer: [name of soldier], you have proven yourself to be a dedicated hero willing to stop at nothing to protect their Clan. Your service to your fellow comrades in arms must not go unnoticed; therefore, we are promoting you to the next rank. It is a gift that you deserve, and a gift that you will make good use of, I am sure. By the authority vested in me, I hereby promote you, [name of warrior], to the rank of [next rank above their current one]. Congratulations, and may the gratitude of this nation go with you on the next stage of your journey.
Soldier: Thank you, sir/ma'am.
The Presenting of the Claw
The Claw is a sacred symbol in ClawClan. It is the official symbol of the military, as established when ClawClan was originally founded. It is dedicated to all of the soldiers who, as the army puts it, "gave all". Because of this, the symbol is used during a fallen soldier's funeral. After the soldier has been buried, their Commanding Officer will bring forth some kind of claw, usually that of a fox or badger, that has been wrapped in a large leaf in such a way so that it will never unfold on its own. They will then present the Claw to the significant other of the deceased soldier. If they are not present, the Claw will be presented to the parents. If they are not present, it will be presented to the oldest sibling. If they are not present, the next oldest sibling will be presented the Claw, and so on until no siblings remain. If no siblings are available, it defaults to the oldest child.
Commanding Officer: "On behalf of the leader of ClawClan and the Marshal, please accept this claw as a symbol of our appreciation for [the deceased's name]'s service to this nation and a grateful military. May those above bless you and your family."
Whomever is Accepting the Claw: Takes the leaf-wrapped claw. Out of respect for the military and the deceased, the leaf should never be unwrapped nor should the claw be exposed in any way. It is not meant to be viewed.
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"In Memoriam"
While it is important to honor those still fighting, it is just as important to remember those who gave it all for their Clan. This section is dedicated to all of the cats, both NPC and regular characters, who met their tragic ends on a blood-soaked battlefield.
~ Private Berrysting ~
(NPC) Private Berrysting was born to a Water Division soldier, Minnowspring, and the she-cat Waterlily. He had but a single sibling, a brother named Ripplewind who is currently serving with Stronghold. When he came of age, Berrypaw was drafted into the military and sent to Camp Stone to train under Captain Shadowfur. After spending the necessary time and completing his final examination, Berrypaw was named Berrysting and assigned to Squad 440 of Tiger Company, commanded by Major Furystorm. He spent a great deal of time with his squad, and was respected for his hard-working, determined attitude. He was killed during an assault on an enemy supply camp that went wrong; while distracted, an enemy soldier was able to get the jump on him, grabbing him by his throat and killing him. He was honored with full military rites and is buried at Blue Moon Cemetery.
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Credit:
- Myself for the ideas behind this roleplay.
- Mᴏᴏɴ - - for the epic layout, for saving everything from the WCF, and for overall being an awesome person.
- Soαrιɴɢ Bloѕѕoмѕ ✿ for the epic banner.
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Post by Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ on Jul 3, 2017 13:47:36 GMT -5
(To all previous members who joined either ClawClan or ClawClan 2.0, you MUST re-start with at least one apprentice if you wish to re-join, as this is a re-boot and not a continuation. However, all veterans of the original ClawClan (not ClawClan 2.0) may also join with one adult cat)
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Bisexual
Wolfdusk
"Can you move your seat up?" "No."
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Post by Wolfdusk on Jul 3, 2017 15:26:31 GMT -5
Hi! aaaa I just saw this and I got so excited lol. I'm so glad this is back ;o; I'll make some new charries soon!)
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Post by Lórien on Jul 3, 2017 15:28:52 GMT -5
(Eyyy this clan again! Yay
I can't really post any characters until tomorrow (when I can use my laptop instead of a phone that I'm bad at typing with) but I'm here! )
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Post by Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ on Jul 3, 2017 15:50:34 GMT -5
(Hey guys! I'm super excited to reboot this. I hope it becomes even better than the first time around!)
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Post by Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ on Jul 3, 2017 17:23:44 GMT -5
A new rule has been added.
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Bisexual
Wolfdusk
"Can you move your seat up?" "No."
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Post by Wolfdusk on Jul 3, 2017 20:54:16 GMT -5
Yaaay ClawClan is back! *throws confetti* xD I can't wait to rp once we get more people)
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Post by Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ on Jul 3, 2017 21:01:58 GMT -5
( Wolfdusk I'm happy that some of the ClawClan Originals are still interested lol! I hope we can get Mᴏᴏɴ - - and smilii back, too. Amd Salt. More CCOs  ) |
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Bisexual
Wolfdusk
"Can you move your seat up?" "No."
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Post by Wolfdusk on Jul 3, 2017 21:10:59 GMT -5
Me too, it would be nice to have everyone here to rp again! ^^)
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Post by Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ on Jul 3, 2017 21:51:57 GMT -5
Wolfdusk (If you could just make one more apprentice, that'd be great. If you do that, we can start as soon as Comet gets here)
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Bisexual
Wolfdusk
"Can you move your seat up?" "No."
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Post by Wolfdusk on Jul 3, 2017 22:23:42 GMT -5
(Oh, sure! Just give me a bit of time and I'll have them done soon haha)
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Post by Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ on Jul 3, 2017 22:27:08 GMT -5
(Awesome. Crazy to think we've been roleplaying with each other for three years now, huh?)
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Bisexual
Wolfdusk
"Can you move your seat up?" "No."
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Post by Wolfdusk on Jul 3, 2017 22:42:52 GMT -5
(It is crazy. I still can't believe it lol.)
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Post by Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ on Jul 3, 2017 22:48:56 GMT -5
(Throwback to the insane Sombra arc where he was seeing Iceleaf's daughter and the latter hated him. Oh and Iceleaf and a couple of other cats got stuck in that cave)
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Post by Mᴏᴏɴ - - on Jul 4, 2017 7:41:20 GMT -5
( !!!
I'm so happy that this Clan is back! The memories are flooding back in, haha.
Can't wait to roleplay again. c:)
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Post by SweetComet on Jul 4, 2017 9:27:37 GMT -5
Ello ello  Im ready to go whenever you all are) |
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Bisexual
Wolfdusk
"Can you move your seat up?" "No."
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Post by Wolfdusk on Jul 4, 2017 10:37:10 GMT -5
Hi Moony! ^^ And welcome Sweet! I'm also ready to rp, and I'll start working on my other characters too!)
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Post by Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ on Jul 4, 2017 11:01:10 GMT -5
(Hi guys! Glad to have you back, Moony. Are you still open to being a mod and roleplaying a drill sergeant like before? And SweetComet, are you cool with me calling you Comet? And a heads up, I won't be on all that much today because of the 4th, but I will try to be on later this afternoon and tonight if I can) |
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Post by SweetComet on Jul 4, 2017 11:14:47 GMT -5
Ya Comet is fine  And no problem, Im not sure how much I'll be on today too.) |
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Post by Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ on Jul 4, 2017 11:19:16 GMT -5
(Here are some quick starter posts for you guys)
Shadowfur - -
Shadowfur paced silently in front of his newest round of cadets, giving each and every one of them his usual cold stare. He had seen countless troops of cadets pass through Camp Stone, every single one of them coming out stronger, smarter, and tougher. This troop would be no exception; he would soon shape them into fine young soldiers, ready to defend their Clan. "Everyone, stand up now!"
Flamepelt - -
Flamepelt sat with his flaming orange tail wrapped tightly around his paws. He scanned his newest round of cadets, trying his hardest to pick out the troublemakers right away. Irritation was flashing through him at the fact that he'd been woken from a nice nap to meet these worthless kits, but he knew he had a job to do nonetheless. "Cadets, rise and stand tall!"
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Bisexual
Wolfdusk
"Can you move your seat up?" "No."
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Post by Wolfdusk on Jul 4, 2017 12:01:26 GMT -5
(Not sure how much I'm going to be here today either xP)
Cadet Sparrowpaw // Camp Fire -
Sparrowpaw's ears pricked at the sound of her new commander's voice. She immediately rose to her paws from where she was sitting and stood up. The cadet felt a mixture of excitement and nervousness in her stomach at being here, and she looked around for a moment to survey the rest of the group, until her eyes came to rest on Flamepelt. She wondered what kind of mentor he would be to them. He already seemed irritated just by the fact that they were here, but maybe he wouldn't be too bad?
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Post by SweetComet on Jul 4, 2017 12:07:57 GMT -5
Littlepaw and Honeypaw - -
Littlepaw shifted his paws nervously as he glanced around at the other cadets and the black cat in front of them. At his order he stumbled into position, the small tom wobbling as he hurried to fulfill the order. His ears bowed shyly hoping no one had seen his fumble, and he was glad to be set towards the middle of the groups. Maybe then no one would see him mess up. The tabby tom tried to covertly continue looking around, to see if he knew any of the other cadets. Unfortunately, he was sharply disappointed to recognize he didn't know any of the surrounding cats. Littlepaw swallowed down a gulp, and instead turned his nervous amber eyes on Shadowfur at the front. He had heard a couple of things about the black tom, one being that he had heard several she-cats compliment the handsome captain, and many other toms complaining about the black cat stealing all the she-cats attention. He had to agree that Shadowfur was certainly something to behold, and intimidating to say the least.
Littlepaw felt his legs bow a little as he semi-crouched in position, trying to seem even smaller than the tabby already was. He just hoped no one paid attention to him. He kept his head dipped, raising his eyes to follow the captain's movements shyly.
The she-cat in front of him seemed to have the exact opposite attitude. Her golden fur shone in the light, and she looked towards the Captain with head held high and silver-blue eyes gleaming confidently. Honeypaw's pose was relaxed, the she-cat's tail slowly swaying back and forth behind her. Her gaze swept over the cadets around her, and the she-cat was slow to get into position when the order was called. Honeypaw smirked, pushing her paws close together and waited for any other orders.
Hailpaw--
The large stony grey tom got to his feet quickly, his fur puffing up around his broad shoulders. The cadet's head rose and settled with his chin raised, his black-tipped tail just barely resting on the ground. Hailpaw focused his eyes forward, resisting the itch to glance behind him at the other cadets. He self-consciously moved his paws into the formal stance he remembered seeing some of the guards in, and swiveled his ears forward to listen carefully to Flamepelt. He had heard some stories, briefly when he had got assigned to Camp Fire, about the ginger tom's temper. They hadn't really mentioned the intimidation factor of the scars across his pelt, and Hailpaw felt his notched ear flick in a sense of companionship. He hadn't gotten his injuries from a battle, but they were both marked somehow and that provided it's own sense of being a comrade.
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Post by Mᴏᴏɴ - - on Jul 4, 2017 12:41:22 GMT -5
[ Lightningpaw ]- Another day. A new activity.The cream tomcat sat up straight and tall like a tree, his laying tail flat behind him. His blazing orange eyes met with his commander's; his expression one of seriousness, of readiness. Despite Lightningpaw's hard gaze, his heart palpitated against his ribs in excitement. Everyday, he itched to exercise, to learn, and to train, and today was no different for him. I'm definitely gonna impress him. And no one's gonna get me down! He was bound to be one-upped by a few of his peers sooner or later, but Lightningpaw wouldn't let anyone do that any time soon. He forced himself not to crack a grin as he continued to wait for future orders.[ Snakepaw ]- A dark, emotionless gaze traveled across the faces of her peers. The ebony-furred female stared up at her sergeant with a steadfast but proud and tall stance. With her chest puffed out and her head held high in the air, Snakepaw looked like a quiet statue waiting patiently for more, ignoring the other young cats around her. She wasn't here to make little friends. She was here because she wanted to learn about the Armed Forces, and serve with pride. She gazed up at her sergeant with blank but serious eyes, wondering what would be said next.
Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ - ( I'm unsure which camp Snake and Light are in, but here are my posts. ;u; )
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Post by Dᴀɴɴʏ Pʜᴀɴᴛᴏᴍ on Jul 4, 2017 14:49:59 GMT -5
(Sorry Mᴏᴏɴ - -, I left after my starter. Lightning can be with Shadowfur and Snake with Flamepelt) Shadowfur - -Noticing almost immediately how Littlepaw seemed a tad too eager to shy away like a kit on his first day out of the nursery, Shadowfur took action. In a single leap, he closed the space between himself and the young cadet. "What is your name?" he snarled, eyes wide and fierce. If there was one thing he hated (besides vain cats, of course), it was cowardice. He'd tear it out of this cat's heart real fast. Flamepelt - -Noticing Sparrowpaw's stare, Flamepelt stalked over to her. He had a certain walk that he used when he was about to discipline a cadet, one that he'd perfected over the seven seasons he'd been at Camp Fire. It was a slow and purposeful, yet regal and intimidating all the same. He halted before the little thing, turning his eyes ever so slowly down to the cadet. In a low, angry voice, he asked, "Why are you staring at me, cadet? Do you find me attractive? Do you like looking at me?" Being stared at was something he hated. He always felt self-conscious, even though he'd never admit to that. He always felt like cats who stared at him were staring at his many scars. Unlike other soldiers, he hated the lines crisscrossing his pelt; old wounds from battles long since past. However, around his cadets, he let absolutely none of his discomfort show. |
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Im ready to go whenever you all are)
And no problem, Im not sure how much I'll be on today too.)
