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The Tribe of Jagged Stones has been around for moons, around this time River the Moves Across Land, died of a rock fall that took place in their camp he was the Stoneteller of the Tribe. Storm that Stirs Clouds is the next recipient of this position. With the Tribe in shambles over River's death, they question the ability of Storm despite him living there his whole life and being chosen. Will he do well? Come along for the journey.

The tribe lives in the forest around a gorge with a beautiful blue river bubbling below. Don't let its good looks fool you it is treacherous. These cats have lived here for a long time and have become accustomed to the land around them. Though there are still surprises sometimes, they have learned well about the ways of the land.

Tribe Procedure (Please Read!):

Cats of the Tribe are divided into several categories: to-bes, cave-guards, prey-hunters, kit-mothers, kits, elders, and the Healer. In addition, when the Healer feels it's necessary, they will pick a Healer to-be that will take their place once they pass.

Healer

The Tribe's Healer acts as the leader and medicine cat to the Tribe. Not only do they lead the Tribe, they also use healing herbs to cure wounds and sickness.The Healer receives signs from their warrior ancestors in the Cave of Pointed Stones. They interpret the signs of rock, leaf, and water to read messages from the Tribe of Endless Hunting. Unlike Clan cats, Healers do not dream.The Healer also almost never leaves the cave, because unlike leaders they do not have nine lives and it's easier for them to be killed. The only times they come out of the cave is for to-be ceremonies.Every Healer changes their name to Teller of the Pointed Stones, or Stoneteller, once they become the Tribe's official Healer. The new Healer is appointed by the previous Healer.

Prey-hunter

Prey-hunters are the lithe, quick cats of the Tribe who can jump high to catch mountain birds such as eagles or hawks to feed to their tribemates. Prey-hunters are tribe cats whose only duties are to catch prey for the tribe They are the hunters of the Tribe, using stealth and surprise along with camouflage to catch their food. It is their responsibility to feed the Tribe and catch their prey, especially for the nursing cats, and the young and old. They depend on speed, for there are not many places to hide in the almost-bare surroundings. Normally prey-hunters hunt in teams to help catch prey. Prey-hunters often coat themselves with mud; this disguises them, covers their scent, and protects against the wind.A group of cave-guards accompany them to spot trouble. Prey-hunters are chosen from birth for their lithe and agile build.

Cave-guard

Cave-guards are thick, strong, and lean cats that protect and guard the entrance of the Tribe's cave. They are the main fighting force of the Tribe and have the responsibility of defending the cave from predators such as big birds. Watching the skies to protect the prey-hunters from hawks and eagles while they hunt is another one of their responsibilities. They are also the most experienced with fighting.To hide their scent and blend in with the rocky scenery, they often coat themselves with mud These cats are chosen from birth for their muscular and stocky build.

To-be

The Tribe's equivalent of an apprentice,to-bes are young cats in training. To-bes are trained in either prey-hunting or cave-guarding. The Healer of the Tribe decides the path of a kit. This is typically based on if a kit looks like it can run fast or has a strong build. Tribe cats believe that they are born into their duty, though they can change positions. Unlike Clan apprentices, to-bes start training at the age of eight moons.The Stoneteller will receive a message from The Tribe of Endless Hunting when it is time to choose his own to-be.

Kit-mother

As their name suggests, kit-mothers are she-cats who are expecting or nursing kits, the equivalent of queens. A prey-hunter or a cave-guard becomes a kit-mother when they become heavily pregnant and they can't continue with their duties. When they have their kits, they remain kit-mothers for a time to nurse them. An ancient tradition is that the kit-mothers name their kits after what they see when their kits are first born.

Elder

Elders are the oldest and weakest cats in the Tribe. Elders are retired cats that have stopped doing their Prey-Hunter or Cave-Guard duties. They are often consulted in difficult times. The elders of the Tribe have a very similar role to the elders of the Clans. They are fed by the Prey-Hunters and are protected by the Cave-Guards.

Kit

Kits are young cats that are not yet to-bes; the same as Clan kits. They are too young to do to-be duties, so they stay in the nursery with their mother. Kits stay a kit for eight moons. At their birth, it is foretold by the Tribe healer if they will become a prey-hunter, a cave-guard or the next Teller of the Pointed Stones. Kits that seem fast and lithe are prey-hunters; kits that look strong will be cave-guards. They can be to-bes when they are eight moons old.

Hunting techniques

Tribe cats have their own special way of hunting. Prey-hunters find some prey, sit in a hiding place, and wait until they see an eagle (or other bird of prey) attack the prey. They then jump onto and kill the eagle, thus delivering two pieces of prey for the Tribe. 

Naming techniques

Kit-mothers name their kits after the first thing they see after the birth of their kits, Unlike the cats of the Clans, Tribe cats shorten their names (e.g. Brook, Jag). When a cat is appointed to healer, their name is changed to Teller of the Pointed Stones.

Religious beliefs

The Tribe of Endless Hunting is comprised of the spirits of the ancestors of the Tribe of Jagged Stones.They send warnings and signs to the Tribe healer and will show them which to-be should train to become the next healer. They are the equivalent of StarClan. Tribe cats believe in an afterlife similar to the Clan cats. The ancestral spirits that make up the Tribe of Endless Hunting are similar to those that make up StarClan. However, they are born in the Tribe. The Tribe of Jagged Stones contacts their ancestors every full moon in a ceremony called the Telling. This occurs in the Cave of Pointed Stones. Unlike the Moonpool, the Tribe of Endless Hunting contacts the living cats through omens and not dreams.

Adoptables:

Snow that Falls from Sky - F - Sister of Storm that Stirs Clouds

Mountain that Touches Sky -M- Father of Shadows that Night Follows

Echo that Fades into Gorge -F- Mother of Fire that Burns the Dark

Flash of Quick Lightning-M- Brother of Fire that Burns the Dark

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Shadows

Storm

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Storm that Stirs Clouds:

Name: Storm that Stirs Clouds




Age: 30 moons




Gender: Male




Rank: Healer




Appearance:

Personality: Storm is a strong, stubborn, loyal, honest, and ambitious tom.




History: Storm was born into the tribe  he never knew his father, he didn't want anything to do with storm, so his mother kept it a secret. Storm was chosen by River to take his spot as healer when he died. All of Storm's life consisted of training for that day. The training caused him heartache though. He was in the middle of training when his mother died, he wasn't able to see here as she went away. It took a toll on him, to the point where he thought that the  position wasn't worth it. Though, he did pull through and was able to stay on path, getting stronger and more intelligent everyday. It lead him to the day River died, now it was time for him to take over.




Kin:




Father (unkown)




Snow that Falls from Sky (sister adoptable)




Mate/Crush: open
Plot ideas: open

Shadows that Night Follows:

Name: Shadows that Night Follows




Age: 23 Moons




Gender: Female




Rank: Cave-Guard




Appearance:





Personality: Shadows is a strong, courageous, sassy, stubborn, and blunt she-cat. Don't let her tough exterior get to you deep down she is a total sweetheart.




History: Shadows was also born in the tribe she was the only one out of her litter to survive. Once she became a to-be she noticed that a lot of the male cats took notice to her. She is quite beautiful and has been told she is one of the most beautiful out of the tribe. She doesn't take notice and barely knows at all if anyone is flirting or crushing on her. It doesn't affect on the daily.




Kin:


Mountain that Touches Sky (father adoptable)
Mate/Crush: open, but she's oblivious.




Plot ideas: open

Fire that Burns the Dark:

Name: Fire that Burns the Dark




Age: 8 Moons




Gender: Male




Rank: To-be




Appearance:

Personality: Fire is spunky, athletic, charming, helpful, empathetic, smart, and a complete sweetheart.




History: He was born into the tribe during a forest fire that happened on the other side of the gorge many moons ago. He is now a to-be trying to become a Prey-Hunter.




Kin:
Echo that Fades into Gorge (mother adoptable)






Flash of Quick Lightning (brother adoptable)




Mate/Crush: open




Plot ideas: open

@Sanctuaryforall1 wrote:Can I reserve Snow (Storm’s Sister) as a prey hunter, a to-be, and a cave guard?

Snow That Falls From Sky:

Name: Snow That Falls From Sky

Age: 30 moons

Rank: Prey Hunter

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Fallen Petals On The Wind:

Name: Fallen Petals On The Wind

Age: 9 moons

Rank: To-Be

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Crest Of The Moon:

Name: Crest Of The Moon

Age: 34 moons

Rank: Cave Guard

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Panther that Stalks at Night:

✧✦  Panther that Stalks at Night  ✦✧

Name ;; Panther that Stalks at Night
Goes By ;; Panther
Age ;; 40 moons
Gender ;; Tomcat | he/him
Allegiance ;; Tribe of Jagged Stones
Rank ;; Prey-hunter

Sexuality ;; Heterosexual
Crush / Mate ;; None / None
Kits ;; None
Mother ;; Dove that Calls in the Morning [deceased]
Father ;; Gator the Snaps at Prey [deceased]
Littermates ;; Beetle that Crawls on a Log [adoptable]
Siblings ;; Ant that Hides in the Hill [adoptable - younger sibling]

Personality ;; wip
Brief History ;; wip
Brief Appearance ;; wip

Lake that Laps at Shore:

✧✦  Lake that Laps at Shore  ✦✧

Name ;; Lake that Laps at Shore
Goes By ;; Lake
Age ;; 31 moons
Gender ;; Molly | she/her
Allegiance ;; Tribe of Jagged Stones
Rank ;; Prey-hunter

Sexuality ;; Heterosexual
Crush / Mate ;; None / None
Kits ;; None
Mother ;; Willow Swaying in the Wind [adoptable]
Father ;; Acorn From Ancient Oak [deceased]
Littermates ;; 2 littermates [adoptable]
Siblings ;; none

Personality ;; wip
Brief History ;; wip
Brief Appearance ;; wip

Owl that Hunts at Night:

✧✦  Owl that Hunts at Night  ✦✧

Name ;; Owl that Hunts at Night
Goes By ;; Owl
Age ;; 9 moons
Gender ;; Molly | she/her
Allegiance ;; Tribe of Jagged Stones
Rank ;; Cave-Guard To-Be

Sexuality ;; Heterosexual
Crush / Mate ;; None / None
Kits ;; None
Mother ;; Magpie that Chirps Happily [adoptable]
Father ;; Spark of Fading Embers [adoptable]
Littermates ;; 3 littermates [adoptable]
Siblings ;; 2 older siblings [adoptable]

Personality ;; wip
Brief History ;; wip
Brief Appearance ;; wip

Beetle that Crawls on a Log (adoptable:

name: beetle that crawls on a log (beetle)
gender: male
age: 40 moons
rank: prey hunter
short description: a slim black tom with piercing yellow eyes
personality: beetle is a tom who is on the shy side and is typically pretty anxious. he tends to keep to himself and doesn't really branch out as he doesn't see a need and he is also afraid of social interaction. he is extremely introverted.
history: see tigress's form for panther
family: brother is panther, parents are deceased, younger sibling is ant
other: sorry im lazy short form

Ant that Hides in the Hill "Ant" :

Name: Ant that Hides in the Hill
Age: 30 moons
Sex: Male
Rank: Cave Guard
Appearance: Tall and muscular longhaired black tom with light yellow eyes.
Personality: Although generally quiet and soft spoken, Ant struggles with controlling his temper and having patience with others. He's gotten better at handling it, but he still has violent outbursts that he's frightened by. What if he hurt a clanmate? Worse, what if he started a family and harmed one of them? Nightmares of mystery kits he may or may not eventually have crying out in pain keep him from socializing with she-cats in his age group.
History: Will update when Panther's form is updated
Kin: Dove that Calls in the Morning x Gator that Snaps at Prey, Beetle that Crawls on a Log [older brother] and Panther that Stalks at Night [older brother]
Crush: Open
Mate: Potentially open
Kits: N/A, but open to it in the not too distant future
Plot ideas: I think the concept of him struggling to mentor a to-be could be interesting, especially since he desperately wants to be involved but he's afraid of what might happen if he gets angry.

Rain that Falls Softly "Rain" :

Name: Rain that Falls Softly
Age: 22 moons
Sex: Female
Rank: Kit mother
Appearance: Slender calliby with a stubby tail and brilliant amber eyes.
Personality: As a kit and young to-be, she was rowdy, loud, and obnoxious; though at the time she showed hints of the self-sacrificing, loyal, and loving she-cat she would become as an adult. However, getting pregnant at such a young age stirred up some controversy that borderline killed her personality. The fact that nobody knows who the father of her 3 kits is didn't really help her situation, through Rain refuses to come forward with a name.
History: Rain was born and raised in the Tribe, and had a pretty rocky start to her time as a to-be due to a series of severe ear infections that gave her vertigo. It took her longer than normal to graduate, and she discovered she was expecting just before she completed her training. She hid it for as long as she could, but her slender frame did a poor job of hiding the growing swelling and the news spread like wildfire. 
Kin: Icicle Melting at Dawn [mother, adopable] x Screech of Swooping Falcon [father, adoptable]
Crush: Open
Mate: Unknown, interested in moving on
Kits: 3 6 moon old kits (Adoptable, workable genetics)
Plot ideas: Open

Fog (Blocking Out the Sunlight):

Name: Fog (Blocking Out the Sunlight)
Age: 140 moons
Sex: F
Rank: Elder, Ex-Cave Guard
Appearance: Scraggly grey-and-white cat with a flattened face and wild whiskers.
Personality: Fog is an absolute bitch. Cranky, crude, and harsh; though to particularly young kits she's a massive softie and everyone in the clan has at least one fond memory of her. At this point in her life, she's continuing to live out of pure spite and the satisfaction she gets when naughty to-bes remove her ticks and fleas.
History: Although she wasn't born in the Tribe, she joined at a young age and changed her name to fit in better. She lived a completely normal life and served as a Cave Guard for many, many moons before eventually retiring. 
Kin: Snowdrop x Ghost, Sleet [oldest brother, status unknown but likely deceased], Owl [older sister, status unknown but likely deceased], Pebble [second older brother]
Crush: N/A or mate
Mate: Open or deceased
Kits: Open
Plot ideas: Nothing particular, but I'd love for her to have some interactions with the younger cats!

Sun Shining on Grass "Sun" :

Name: Sun Shining on Grass
Age: 12 moons
Sex: Male
Rank: Prey Hunter To-Be
Appearance: Pale, longhaired brown-and-white tabby with blue eyes.
Personality: Sun isn't a particularly friendly cat to be around. He's quite judgmental, blunt, and would never be described as supportive or understanding. He likes things being done in a particular fashion and isn't afraid to get bossy if it's what the situation calls for.
History: He was born into the clan, and although he showed signs of being a Cave Guard, he was significantly better at hunting than he was fighting, so he switched his position and began studying and training to be a Prey Hunter.
Kin: Dewdrop that Rolls Down Leaf x Mountain that Stands Strong [father, adoptable] and a twin [adoptable]
Crush: Open, thought it might take him a while to fully reciprocate.
Mate: N/A
Kits: N/A
Plot ideas: Open

@Azymondias wrote:Name ;; wolf that stalks the forest
Goes By ;; Wolf
Age ;; 9 moons
Gender ;; Tom
Allegiance ;; Tribe of Jagged Stones
Rank ;; Stoneteller To-Be

Sexuality ;; Heterosexual
Crush / Mate ;; None / None
Kits ;; None
Mother ;; [open]
Father ;;  [open]
Littermates ;; [open]
Siblings ;;  [open]

Personality ;; wip
Brief History ;; wip
Brief Appearance ;; Tuxedo shecat with a black back and white underbelly.

@Rock-aholic wrote:

@Azymondias wrote:Name ;; wolf that stalks the forest
Goes By ;; Wolf
Age ;; 9 moons
Gender ;; Tom
Allegiance ;; Tribe of Jagged Stones
Rank ;; Stoneteller To-Be

Sexuality ;; Heterosexual
Crush / Mate ;; None / None
Kits ;; None
Mother ;; [open]
Father ;;  [open]
Littermates ;; [open]
Siblings ;;  [open]

Personality ;; wip
Brief History ;; wip
Brief Appearance ;; Tuxedo shecat with a black back and white underbelly.

That is totally fine, Accepted!

Sweetpea you are also Accepted! I will have to get a discord going so we all can plot!