OFFICIAL SHADOWCLAN GUIDE — 04/01/25

[SHADOWCLAN]

ShadowClan is a group of proud and fierce cats that live in the marshland, mostly keeping to themselves. They have the smallest territory and the least amount of prey, which has made it harder for them to fill their bellies compared to the other Clans. This causes them to be willing to add anything to the fresh-kill pile, much to the other Clans' disgust. Other Clans may be faster or stronger, but ShadowClan's warriors are dangerous in their own way; they are independent and ruthlessly willing to do what it takes to protect their great Clan. While others are only suited to fight in the daylight, ShadowClan does equally well day and night. They hunt best at night and are more skilled than others at sneaking through the undergrowth, a skill rivaled only by ThunderClan. Their unique skill of strength in the dark and their cold-hearted reputation has earned them their name.

Typical ShadowClanners have pelts that favor darker colors and shades to help them blend in with the shadows. They vary in size from medium to large - it is rare to see a small ShadowClanner. They are often lean or scrawny due to having less prey than the other Clans. Webbed feet help the cats traverse the muddy ground faster, and they are known to have water-repellent fur. Aggressive and ambitious, ShadowClan warriors will do whatever it takes to protect their Clan. Proud, loyal, defensive, and slightly arrogant. They often seem to be misunderstood and are thought of by the other clans as battle-hungry and greedy for more territory. No other Clan can navigate the darkness of night like they do.

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CURRENT LEADER

ternstar

mirestar
smogstar
chilledstar
pitchstar
briarstar

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Shadowclan continues to suffer. In the aftermath of losing to Thunderclan, Starclan sends an Omen. Prey begins to rot at unprecedented speeds, and cats grow ill with seemingly no cure. When pleas to Windclan fall on deaf ears, Shadowclan turns to stealing once more. Ternstar argues with Sharpshadow, heightened emotions and the leaders own hidden illness resulting in the former deputies demotion in an act of delusioned anger... and Swansong takes advantage, faking a new sign amidst the choas and becoming Shadowclans newest deputy.

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TERRITORY

SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES

LAWS

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  ShadowClan claims the northeastern part of the region. Their territory is largely made of marshland and bits of pine forests. Though the ground is muddy and wet, pine needles cover the ground and provide a soft cushion for tired paws. Stagnant pools of algae-covered water litter the land, which house dragonflies and frogs. Tussocks of grass and clumps of reeds dot the marshy slopes. A wide stream cuts through their land, providing the cleanest water source. Just across this stream is the Carrionplace.
  
  

  
  

  CAMP

  Their camp is in a dark hollow with muddy ground, hidden deep in the shadows and well-concealed by pine trees. It is surrounded by prickly and fierce brambles; a tiny path through the thorny barrier marks the entrance. There is hardly any grass and the ground is nice and cool.
  
  

  ✦ The leader's den is beneath the roots of a big oak tree.
  ✦ The warriors' den is under a prickly bramble bush
  ✦ a nearby bramble bush houses the apprentices.
  ✦ The nursery is within another hollow shielded by a thorn bush, which provides protection against predators in emergencies.
  ✦ The elders' den is dug out from underneath a tree stump with dead branches protecting the entrance.
  ✦ There is a smooth boulder covered in lichen at the edge of the clearing known as Clanrock, which serves as a perch for the leader to address the camp and call Clan meetings.
  ✦ Propped up next to this large rock is another rock, and it creates a sheltered cave underneath that makes up the medicine cat's den. Once through the cave, there is a tiny clearing edged with thick ferns where sick cats can rest within. On the far side is a pool of water with pine trees overhead. Herbs are stored along one side of the clearing in tiny holes covered with ferns. All of the dens are lined with pine needles and moss.​

  
  
  

  CARRIONPLACE

  Located west of camp is the Twolegs' landfill, where Twolegs dump their crow-food and garbage. It is an evil place where numerous rats and diseases lurk amongst the heaps of junk. Though the rats pose a risk for even experienced warriors due to injury and infection, this place is a secret source of prey for the clan during rough leaf-bares. The place itself is described as downright disgusting. Many strange items can be found in the heaps, such as strange black pelts and sharp-edged objects. The putrid stench of the Carrionplace is also quite notable and is able to be smelled from fox-lengths away. The edge of Carrionplace is fenced off with a silver mesh, and there are also large yellow monsters that occupy the area inside.
  
  
  

  BURNT SYCAMORE

  South of camp, this is an ancient tree struck by lightning many moons ago. Apprentices are trained here to hunt at night and stalk through undergrowth. It is famous for its history: back when the Clans had been new, the lightning strike set this tree ablaze, and stripped Briarstar of all her lives in an attempt to save her offspring.
  
  
  

  THUNDERPATH TUNNELS

  ShadowClan cats move freely under the most feared part of the Thunderpath. This has enhanced their reputation for mysterious strength and invincibility. There are two tunnels - one goes into ThunderClan territory, and on into WindClan territory. This is how the Clan travels to Gatherings. This Thunderpath makes up their border with ThunderClan and WindClan. The pine trees are thick here, which help to conceal ShadowClanners from enemy patrols across the border.
  
  
  

  FOURTREES

  A group of four large oak trees in a hollow within the center part of the forest territories. In the middle, there is a steep-sided clearing and in the center is a large rock with jagged edges called the Great Rock. The clan leaders use it to look down on the clans and share their news during Gatherings. They are also referred to as the Great Oaks. This is a sacred location under constant truce, where no blood can be shed.

  
  

  THREATS

  ✦ Fox
  ✦ Otter
  ✦ Mink
  ✦ Adder
  ✦ Rat​

  
  

  PREY

  ✦ Frog
  ✦ Toad
  ✦ Lizard
  ✦ Rat
  ✦ Snipe
  ✦ Pigeon
  ✦ Marsh rabbit​
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  In battle, ShadowClan cats use shadows to their advantage.
  
  

  NIGHT AMBUSH

  1. Hide in the shadows of the night with your patrol and your enemy spotted.
  2. Make sure your scent isn't drifting toward the attackers.
  3. Wait for the leader of the patrol to give the Attack Tail Signal.
  4. Strike your enemy fast and hard; the enemy will be caught off-guard with a battle at night.
  5. Cut off all your enemy's escape routes, encircling them with your patrol.
  6. If they try to attack, battle again. If they do not, let them through with a warning.​

  
  

  HUNTING

  ShadowClan cats use the dark shadows of the territory and their excellent stealth skills to their advantage when hunting prey. Apprentices are trained from an early age to stalk through the marshy undergrowth, a skill used just as much in combat as it is in hunting.
  
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  THE WARRIOR CODE

  This list will be updated as the Warrior Code rules are added through roleplay.
  
  

  1. Defend your clan, even with your life. You may have friendships with cats from other clans, but your loyalty must remain to your clan, as one day you may meet them in battle.
  2. Do not hunt or trespass on another clan's territory.
  3. Elders and kits must be fed before apprentices and warriors. Unless they have permission, apprentices may not eat until they have hunted to feed the elders.
  4. Prey is killed only to be eaten. Give thanks to StarClan for its life.
  5. A kit must be at least six moons old to become an apprentice.
  6. Newly appointed warriors will keep a silent vigil for one night after receiving their warrior name.
  7. A cat cannot be made deputy without having mentored at least one apprentice.
  8. The deputy will become Clan leader when the leader dies or retires.​

  
  

  SHADOWCLAN LAWS

  This is a list of rules set by Ternstar, separate from the Warrior Code. These are to be followed, and breaking said rules will always result in some form of IC consequences if caught.
  
  

  ✦ All members must carry Clan names, and kittypet accessories can not be worn. Twoleg-made objects may only be worn if they do not seem kittypet-ish.
  ✦ Ternstar does not currently allow outsiders to join ShadowClan, excluding kits and heavily pregnant queens. Exceptions may be made under extenuating circumstances...
  ✦ Ternstar will be keeping a stern eye on all mentor and apprentice pairings. Ternstar will take an active roll in watching over pairings, and will not allow pairings which she feels to be dangerous or ill-suited for eachother. Some warriors may be blacklisted (temporarily or permanently) from apprentices if she feels any of her clanmates safety is at risk.
  ✦ Shadowclan has had abusive mentorships come to light often in the past, and due to this any evidence of neglect or abuse on any apprentice or kit by any party will be treated seriously and result in IC consequences if proven true.
  ✦ Kittens are not allowed to leave camp, while apprentices, heavily pregnant queens and elders may only to do so with at least one warrior accompanying them.
  ✦ Ternstar is a strong believer in strength, independence, and always pulling your weight. Warrior assessments will be based on competency, and apprentices may on occasion be promoted early or late depending on skill level. Queens with fully-weaned kits are allowed to ask to return to partial-duties on a case by case basis, but may still be denied. Cats will not be allowed to retire early unless given direct recommendation to do so from a medicine cat.
  ✦ Ternstar is a firm believer in death over exile. Most punishments can be expected to be minimal, such as tick duty or losing mentorship rights, but more severe crimes will be punished accordingly. Cats who pose no threat (such as code breakers) will be exiled and escorted by patrol to the border, with orders to kill on sight if they are seen trespassing on shadowclan land again. Cats who are deemed a threat however, will not be granted a grace period, and will be hunted down or killed after crimes have been revealed. Please keep this in mind and plan plots accordingly!
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written by blitz, coded by floppie, last updated 02/02/2025