#ancientroots

[snini9s-warrior-cats]

Ancient Roots: The Clans and Lore

Some base info on clans and their daily life/rituals/habits

ThunderClan:

Considered the proudest and most stoic of the clans

"Welcome to ThunderClan—the Clan of courage and loyalty.[...] There is no Clan in the forest so true or so brave. [...] the Clan of heroes, the Clan of compassion, the Clan of destiny." Secrets of the Clans

Other clans often view them as stuck up and snarky, but all the help they offer isn't done out of malice or viewing other clans as less, it's simply what they think is right to help the clans.

ThunderClan is also fairly hated for their issues being ones that often ooze over into other clans

In the forest territories, there were skirmishes over the Sunning Rocks, however, many elders were always happy to share between the two clans, much to the irritation of leaders, especially Sunstar.

The clan is the most open to outsiders, thanks to Firestar's rise to power from a kittypet.

After Firestar's death, the clan slowly withdrew from the lives of the other clans.

They are one of the best clans at blending in and hiding in thick undergrowth, as well as the quietest when moving through their territory

Their families are much more tight-knit than those in other clans, with heritage prized and upheld in stories

Is often the largest of the clans due to their relative lack of predators or environmental challenges in their territory

They are the broadest shouldered of the clan cats

WindClan:

Considered the most withdrawn from the rest of the clans, as well as the most quick-witted and skittish

Love and prefer open spaces to exist in

Often view themselves as the closest to StarClan due to their unobstructed view of the sky

Fastest and most skittish of the clans, much like the rabbits and hares they share their lands with

Queens occasionally will nurse young puppies or kits of barn cats

While tunneling has not been as common in the lake territories, there are still visible differences between Moor Runners and Tunnelers and their descendants. Moor Runners are often more lanky, longer-legged, and smaller-pawed, with longer tails to aid in balance. Tunnelers are broader, stronger, with larger paws

Tunneling has slowly come back into popularity and is a skill being relearned and taught by Shattered Ice and past tunnelers.

Eyesight is especially important and valued. They have the keenest sight in any of the clans and to become a warrior, they must monitor the clan, borders, or patrols from a distance, while their mentor watches and decides if they can be a warrior

They prize their history and past, especially given their prominent historical figures, such as Moth Flight, Gray Wing, Shattered Ice, Windstar, and many others

During Onestar's leadership, their connection with other clans significantly deteriorated, although they're working to improve them once again

They are often the tallest of the clan cats

ShadowClan:

Considered the most reclusive and fearsome of the clans

“'And ShadowClan holds power over there, in the darkest part of the forest.' [...] 'The elders say that the cold winds from the north blow over the ShadowClan cats and chill their hearts.'” -Into the Wild

Proud, defensive, and secretive. Since the rule of Tigerstar I, and the string of harsh and even cruel leaders before him, the clan has gotten more and more aggressive and defensive over how they're perceived by the other clans. They have pretty much given up on changing their perception themselves, instead just resorting to defensive and snarky behavior. It's not like they're believed by the other clans anyways

Since Dovewing's move to the Clan, the perception of the clan has improved, but they still face scrutiny, especially after Tigerstar II's takeover of RiverClan

They're usually the smallest of the clans by number

The clan is semi nocturnal. Many cats prefer to sleep during the day and hunt or patrol at night. Other clans aren't fully aware of this and many just assume that they have early dawn patrols. While not all cats are night patrollers, any member of the clan is willing to pull a night patrol. Most cats take turns on who is nocturnal, but some cats have chosen to take this role permanently

To become a warrior, an apprentice must prove proficient in moving through the territory silently. They must spy on the clan and return when they're ready without being seen or detected by their mentor and clan, providing any and all information they have gathered about the clan

Many cats are silent most of the time and have perfected paw speak. Silence is valued for the continued connection to the shadows they are named afterThey specialize in stealth, ambushes, spying, and silence

Apprentices spend much of their training learning to sneak, patrol, and even hunt in complete silence, relying only on body language, paw speak, and subtle signals for communication. This is valued for stealth missions and general clan life

They are very private and closed off, often preferring to keep clan matters to themselves or to their immediate family

They are often the most stocky of the clan cats

RiverClan:

Considered the most peaceful and mild-mannered of the clans and the most patient.

“'Loyalty, honor, courage, and faith in  StarClan. These are the values of a warrior.' [...] 'Peace, community, and kinship. These are the values of RiverClan.'” Riverstar’s Home

They kept the values on which Riverstar formed the clan. When Tigerstar was able to take over the clan, with Leopardstar going along with it, it turned most of the clan against her. Why should she stay the leader when she goes against the values set by Riverstar, the patron of peace, who created the clan with peace in mind? Even after Leopardstar started having second thoughts, she was never able to regain the respect that the clan had had for her. She is often scorned and her memory is spat on by the clan, which has since worked hard to get back to its peaceful roots.

While Riverstar started the habit of meditation, the habit has drifted in and out of the clan's habits. The clan had started meditating again during Mistystar's leadership, but since her death, the habit has not been kept up.

They're the best at building and weaving, followed only by ThunderClan

Healers often cultivate the growth of herbs in or around their camp or territory, depending on the habitat a herb needs

Like in Riverstar's time, RiverClan collects small items, such as shells and feathers, to decorate the camp, nests, and dens with. To give their highly valued items to their close friends or lovers is often viewed as a declaration of love

Beauty is highly valued in the clan- be it physical or in mannerisms

Swimming is taught to kits by their parents in small creeks or slow-moving portions of the river

Outside relationships are much more accepted than in many of the other clans. Additionally, there is never any pressure for a queen to share the parentage of her kits, for did Riverstar himself not bring a mate back to the clan?

They are the most touchy and loving of the clans, often brushing against each other, rubbing their heads against each other, or grooming each other. This isn't viewed as something that should stick to their mates, though mates spend considerable time grooming and cuddling each other. This is important for them while swimming, as touch can convey many different signals, much like ShadowClan and their paw speak.

They are able to hold their breaths the longest. The cat who can hold their breath the longest is often the better hunter. However, the number of apprentices making competitions of this results in many exasperated mentors

They are often the longest-furred of the clan cats, along with the unique trait of webbed paws. Many cats think of them as fat and lazy, but they are quite muscled and quick-pawed

SkyClan:

Before Leaving the Forest: Considered the most aggressive and arrogant

Taking after Skystar and his rogues, SkyClan was considered, in this time, as the most aggressive and least trustworthy. This made exiling them easier. Who wants an aggressive neighbor?

SkyClan cats are the most open to rogues and quick-to-fight cats. They were even more intimidating than ThunderClan and ShadowClan, leading to their continued isolation

They were considerably less territory-hungry after Skystar's death, but were still considered to be the first to leap after empty territory

Their borders were often closed to all but medicine cats. Any information sharing done by leaders could simply be left at the border with a representative

In the Gorge: They are considered withdrawn and sad by outsiders

Before the clan fell

They were often withdrawn from the world.

Many clan traditions were lost as well as their connection with the other clans

There was no feeling of love or longing towards any of the other clans after their exile, except maybe from those who had left family or lovers behind. Why would they? None had stood up for them, so there was little love of those who had watched them leave

After their rebuilding

"SkyClan's destiny is that we will never live in isolation from other cats. We're not like forest Clans, we can't shut ourselves off entirely from kittypets or rogues. And visitors will be welcome"- SkyClan's Destiny

The clan was much more open to the presence of others. They essentially got a new start

They are much more peaceful and accepting than they were before, thanks to Firestar's open-mindedness.

They often have the oddest traits of any of the clans, given their kittypet or loner blood

They're working hard to rebuild their connection with the ancestors and their traditions

Skystar and former leaders often visit the healer(s) and Leafstar in dreams, informing them of traditions and herbal knowledge

After joining the Lake Clans: Considered the most judgmental of the clans

Much the same as after their rebuilding, however, they're much more judgmental of the other clans and their traditions. The toxicity and habits of the clans have not been ingrained into SkyClan cats since birth

This judgmental view often results in judgment from other clans. They tend to view SkyClan as odd and weak given their odd habits

They are still working to reclaim their culture and traditions, often aided by their ancestors in dreams

They have the weakest connection to StarClan, with many of the clan members not fully believing all the stories and glory that the other clans have of the clan

They are the least afraid of twolegs given their kittypet, loner, and rogue background

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[arjunasearth]

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[wakingeve]

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[meganutriland]

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[cindyeyler]

there is so much more to our experiences as humans and as souls that most never even know they are living and experiencing --and being affected by (both positively and negatively)... i can't imagine living so much unseen and unrealized.... that's why I often experience new things, new places and new experiences ... it's the way to open yourself up to things that you wouldn't ever access otherwise. Spiritual Journeys do it the most deep, vast and accelerated progression. There is nothing more life-changing and soul-opening and expanding. ⠀ i've noticed as I get deeper into my own soul and more expanded into my infinite energy... my client's sessions are getting much deeper and way more profound in the information and healing that is happening. ⠀ it's in all my consistent self-growth, spiritual journeys and unique soul-touching experiences in various new energies that takes me further and deeper into myself and in turn I can be a conduit to others to experience deeper aspects and knowledge of themselves... and it continues.... and it is beyond anything I could have ever imagined and continues to amaze me. ⠀ We all feel so many connections in the various places we experience. This one was of ancient roots -goes without saying! ⠀ #feelingit #soulconnections #ancientroots #camelride #camelridepyramids #pyramids #gizapyramids #egypt #egyptspiritualjourney #spiritualjourneys #outeradventureinnerdiscovery #lifeascindy #understandyourlife #openyourawareness #masterhealer #transformation #transformationalexperience #uniqueexperience #travelwithmeaning #souljourney #personalgrowth #upgradeyourlife #spiritualgrowth #loveyourlifemore #healingexperience #emotionalhealing #heartandsoul #spiritualjourney #spiritualmentor #cindyeyler ⠀ (at Pyramids Giza, Egypt) https://www.instagram.com/p/CCAIVKTF2NI/?igshid=q4gsei1m9ym1

[woodlandborn-a]

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[snini9s-warrior-cats]

Ancient Roots AU (ARAU): Firestar’s Family Tree!

Similar to canon, though there are some minor changes to remove the inbreeding, such as Fernsong being adopted (his parents are unknown, as he was found near the border as a kit). Spotfur and Sorrelstripe’s mates are also unknown and are not likely to be revealed (going back to Arc 1 lore where Queens weren’t expected to have a mate or to share who their kit’s father was).

As for designs- I largely based colors off of canon sources (GNs, Warriors family tree, and the Warriors website resources), as I color picked from available images and then blended them together, but I used creative liberty in some instances to adjust colors as I saw fit.

There’s a decent likelihood that I’ll edit, redo, and/or adjust this tree in the future as I find time to develop my AU and as more canon info is dropped, but for now, this is the version I’ll be using.

Up next: Cloudtail’s family

Base (c) IfIWasAPlant on deviantart because I was struggling with icon proportions lol

[summerandfall]

(Fic rec time!!!) I just got done rereading this whole fic, it's unfinished and hasn't been updated in a while but it's been a really, really good read, so if that's not something you mind then I recommend checking it out! Really underrated!

Tags under read more if you need more than the summary!

cw: missing person, kidnapping, talks of mental health and depression, talks of possible suicide, past family trauma

[theblessedbee]

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[wakingeve]

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[hagroot]

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