Portal:Forest of FallenLight

In-universe intro paragraph, talking about all the different things.

Paragraph about FallenLight as a server, as well as a brief description of all the Clans and stuff.

Clans

A bit of info that all Clans share.

MeadowClan

Main article: MeadowClan

In the vast plains at the centre of the Clans, in the sea of long grass and billowing winds, lives MeadowClan. They dart across the fields, their bright pelts flashing past as they chase rabbits. Among the other Clans, they are known as thoughtful cats of peace – that is, when they aren't controlled by a power-hungry dictator, ruling with an iron fist.

MeadowClan occupies the centre of Clan territory, and are the largest Clan. They are surrounded by the other Clans, entirely cut off from outsiders. They are almost entirely surrounded by rivers, with the borders with EclipseClan, TorrentClan and SleetClan being marked by rushing rivers or shimmering streams, while their border with DriftClan, to the east, is marked by the end of the mountain range the other Clan calls home. In the centre of MeadowClan lies a tunnel opening, which leads to the Crystal Cavern. The cave is a hotspot of conflict between them and their neighbours, as both TorrentClan and EclipseClan also believe the underground lake to be theirs.

Long, thin, agile cats make up the majority of MeadowClan. They are built for endurance and speed, able to run long distances to chase rabbits, and jump high to reach low-flying hawks and eagles. Their pelts are often the brightest of the Clans, with common colours ranging from orange, to grey, to snow white.

They have made their home in the centre of the Clans, in the open grassland, with stunted trees scarcely scattered across the meadows. A huge tree, the largest in their land, towers over the camp, providing shade from the harsh sun.

Among the Clans, MeadowClan has a mixed reputation. First and foremost, they are known as one of the most open-minded and peaceful Clans, rarely causing conflict. They are known to be merciful, but fair. However, other Clans are wary of them, as in the past they have often had cruel and powerful leaders, often leading them into conflicts and unjust wars.

MeadowClan cats are quite superstitious. They often look for signs and omens from LightClan. When deputies are appointed, they look up to the sky. If it is clear, the Clan will rejoice, as it is a sign that they will be a good leader in the future. If it is cloudy, or LightClan forbid, stormy, it is an omen of a poor leadership and many hardships to come.

Recently, MeadowClan leaders have tended to appoint their children as their successors.

MeadowClan High Ranks

Rank:	Leader:	Deputy:	Medicine Cat:	Medicine Cat Apprentice:
Name:	Coyotestar		Cliffshadow
Player:	AbbyTurtleGirl		BryIsntHere

MeadowClan Herbs: Bright-eye, Comfrey root, Goldenrod, Hawkweed, and Burnet.

MeadowClan Predators: Hawks, Eagles, and Stoats.

MeadowClan Prey: Rabbits, Mice, and Large Birds.

DriftClan

Main article: DriftClan

On the high plateaus and in the rocky fields on the far east of Clan territory, where the wind has stripped away the dirt and water has eroded the rock, lives DriftClan. They cling to the side of mountain, their home, stubbornly. They hunt for birds and mice in the crags of their territory, but most watch their backs, as predators stalk the mountain at night, looking for any unsuspecting cat to turn into prey.

DriftClan lives on the mountain range at the far edge of Clan territory. They have a large frontier with loners and rogues, and often encounter outsiders at their border. To their south lies SleetClan and the Valley, the green, prey-filled gorge often being a site of conflict, alongside the large tree bridge above it. To their north is TorrentClan, and the Basking Rocks. Although not as fiercely fought over, there is often contention as to who owns the rocks. Nearby Basking Rocks is DriftClan's hunting ground, a small valley between two hills, which often holds prey and herbs. The badlands to the east are also a common spot for mentors and apprentices, as the small birds, and the high rocks allow many different training opportunities.

DriftClan cats are tall and stocky compared to the rest of the Clans. They can leap high, even compared to MeadowClan, and stand strong against the wind, as well as attacks. They tend to have natural colours for their pelts, ranging from grey, to white, to brown.

DriftClan territory is mostly rocks and plateaus. There is an area to their north, filled with prey and herbs, and to their north-east, the training grounds, which is an area of badlands, made up of rocky spires reaching high into the sky. Mountain lions and coyotes can occasionally be scented, as they stalk the lands at night.

DriftClan are known as strong, stubborn cats. They fiercely defend their independence, and welcome outsiders such as rogues and loners into their Clan. They have had good leaders recently, and are seen as strong as a Clan, as well as as individuals.

DriftClan are relatively independent cats. They don't care so much for the warrior code, often quite lax on the rules they see as less important. Due to the dangerous nature of their home, however, they are highly strict on their apprentices. They are expected to listen to their mentors while they train, but once they become warriors, they are granted much more freedom.

DriftClan High Ranks

Rank:	Leader:	Deputy:	Medicine Cat:	Medicine Cat Apprentice:
Name:	Thistlestar		Darkflutter	Twilighthaze
Player:	ASingularDolph		Eaglefrost_	toonpey

DriftClan Herbs: Burdock Root, Sorrel, Deadly Nightshade, Tansy, Yarrow, Chervil, Chickweed, Feverfew, and Goatweed.

DriftClan Predators: Mountain Lions, Coyotes, and Snakes.

DriftClan Prey: Small birds, Mice, and Rabbits.

EclipseClan

Main article: EclipseClan

In lore/poetic description of EclipseClan (keep it brief).

Short description of EclipseClan, á la FL spawn signs.

EclipseClan High Ranks

Rank:	Leader:	Deputy:	Medicine Cat:	Medicine Cat Apprentice:
Name:	Deadstar	Timberstrike	Sagemask	Shadowedpaw
Player:	bumblebea_	theflyingocelot	StarryPhobos	thebirmster

EclipseClan Herbs: Dock, Stinging Nettle, Wild Garlic, Wood Sorrel, Deathberries, Yew Berries, Night Seeds

EclipseClan Predators: Rats, and Stoats.

EclipseClan Prey: Mice, Bats, and Squirrels.

TorrentClan

Main article: TorrentClan

In lore/poetic description of TorrentClan (keep it brief).

Short description of TorrentClan, á la FL spawn signs.

TorrentClan High Ranks

Rank:	Leader:	Deputy:	Medicine Cat:	Medicine Cat Apprentice:
Name:	Scarletstar	Hummingbirdspirit	Thriftpaw
Player:	Painteh	thebirmster	ChefEndie

TorrentClan Herbs: Blackberry leaves, Coltsfoot, Horsetail, Honey

TorrentClan Predators: Bees.

TorrentClan Prey: Fish, Voles, and Mice.

SleetClan

Main article: SleetClan

In lore/poetic description of SleetClan (keep it brief).

Short description of SleetClan, á la FL spawn signs.

SleetClan High Ranks

Rank:	Leader:	Deputy:	Medicine Cat:	Medicine Cat Apprentice:
Name:	Whitestar		Creamtuft
Player:	Mythic_Gaming		TsundereCockatoo

SleetClan Herbs: Sweet-sedge, Tormentil, Alder Bark, Broom, Lovage

SleetClan Predators: Wolves, Foxes, and Owls.

SleetClan Prey: Rabbits, Mice, Birds.

Spirit Clans

Once a cat has passed on from their physical existence or a leader has lost all nine of their lives, they will continue to live on spiritually in one of these three groups. How cats gain entry into one of these groups depends on their beliefs and actions during their life, not just because their clan chose to follow one of these groups in particular. From time to time these cats will come down and visit the clans, often relaying messages through the medicine cats and leaders of each clan.

LightClan

Main article: LightClan

In lore/poetic description of LightClan (keep it brief).

Short description of LightClan, á la FL spawn signs.

Shadow Forest

Main article: Shadow Forest

In lore/poetic description of SleetClan (keep it brief).

Short description of SleetClan, á la FL spawn signs.

The Void

Main article: The Void

In lore/poetic description of the Void(keep it brief).

Short description of the Void, á la FL spawn signs.

List of characters

Main page: Category:Characters

Below are lists of articles about characters, sorted by Clan.

MeadowClan

A list of MeadowClan characters

DriftClan

A list of DriftClan characters

EclipseClan

A list of EclipseClan characters

TorrentClan

A list of TorrentClan characters

SleetClan

A list of SleetClan characters

Cultures

Link to cultures page. Short description of each culture.

Skirmish spots

Link to main skirmish spots page. Brief description of what a skirmish spot is.

The Valley

Main article: The Valley

Between the towering peaks of SleetClan, and the high plateaus of DriftClan, is a deep valley, cutting a path into the earth. The gap is filled with prey and herbs, and the river tunnel carries fish into the Clans.

A long, deep valley that sits between the plateaus of DriftClan and the peaks of SleetClan and is shadowed by the Tree Bridge lying at the top. A river formed from the melting glacier cuts through the area as well. Clans bordering the area regularly patrol it due to it's strategical advantage. However, it also acts as a passageway to the LightRock for the rest of the Clans as it makes for the easiest way to travel there. During days of rain and snow, the wind seems to howl through it, giving it a more eerie presence

Valley herbs: Borage leaves, Wintergreen, and Bindweed.

Valley prey: Rabbits, mice, voles, birds, shrews, and hares.

The Tree Bridge

Main article: The Tree Bridge

Leading directly from DriftClan's camp to the peaks of SleetClan is an enormous tree spanning the valley. Despite being mostly uprooted, it still grows, its leaves dark green, even through the coldest leafbare.

A huge fallen tree that lies above the valley, allowing a pathway across the valley that divides the plateaus of DriftClan and the snowy peaks of SleetClan. The two clans will often contest each other for possession of the bridge to add to their territory as well as for the strategic position. Despite the advantage of laying claim to the tree bridge, it can be quite treacherous to cross due to to its exposure to the elements and often strong winds. The challenge to get to the other side of a test of strength for cats of both clans.

Basking Rocks

Main article: Basking Rocks

Surrounded by meandering rivers, and located next to both DriftClan and TorrentClan, is the Basking Rocks. Outside of leaf-bare, you will see cats sunning themselves, sharing tongues, and relaxing. One of the most peaceful places in Clan territory, they can be highly contested during green-leaf. During leaf-bare however, you will rarely see cats, as the prey is scarce on the rocks.

A set of sunbathed rocks along the outside borders of both TorrentClan and DriftClan that is often argued over by both clans for the peaceful and relaxing atmosphere around it. The rivers flowing from TorrentClan also pool around the area, causing the slow flowing water to provide a soothing effect. In times of peace cats of both clans may be seen basking there together. While not providing as much as a strategic advantage as the other skirmish spots, the area is known throughout all the clans for how peaceful it can be.

Basking Rocks herbs: Chervil, Feverfew, Chickweed, and Goatweed.

Basking Rocks predators: Snakes, especially Adders, Hawks, and Falcons.

Basking Rocks prey: Snakes, Mice, Lizards, Hawks, and Eagles.

Crystal Cavern

Main article: Crystal Cavern

Deep under the surface of MeadowClan lies the Crystal Cavern. It is the intersection of three Clans underground, where three tunnels meet. The cavern is filled with a huge lake, and crystals dot the walls and ceiling, casting an otherworldly glow. It is a point of contention between the Clans, with EclipseClan claiming it as a tunnel, MeadowClan claiming it as an extension of the above territory, and TorrentClan claiming it for their spiritual connection to it.

A large cavern scattered with different colored crystals of all shapes and sizes that surround an underground lake and give off an otherworldly glimmer in the dark. There are tunnels leading to the cavern from MeadowClan, EclipseClan, and TorrentClan. While the first two clans compete for the beauty of the place, TorrentClan claims that the area has the strongest connection to the Shadow Forest due to it being one of the darkest places in all clan territory, thus why they compete for it.