INTRODUCTION
You’ve heard of them, whether you know it or not: unfamiliar scent along a border, glimpses of distant pelts through the undergrowth, tales of unexpected heroism and horrible treachery alike. No matter what may come, they stand together, for they have chosen this fellowship, have themselves forged the bonds that bind them together in pain and sorrow. Pelts as varied as the places they come from, stories that no Clan cat could ever hope to imagine, ranks open to all who are willing to work for their common good. They are the cats of the Crew, unfettered and free.
Welcome to the Crew! Whether you're simply here to visit, or you're planning to stay for a longer period of time, the Crew welcomes you with open arms. While their ranks are open to almost any cat willing to hunt alongside others, at the same time the Crew is distrusting of the Clans, viewing their overhunting as the cause of the harsh season. While individual Clan cats may be welcomed, as long as they prove their loyalty, the Crew does not respect Clan boundaries or rules, turning a blind eye to trespassing or perhaps even thinning the Clans’ ranks. Crew beliefs are varied, and cats from all walks of lives and beliefs are welcome. Originally founded by Forest(played by speedy), the Crew is now led by Ajex(played by Copperbeanz) with Alethea(played by Romantica) as their Healer. Due to previous encounters, the Crew generally views the Clans as the enemy, though opinions may vary between members. They currently reside in the Old Rogue Camp, a stony yet well-sheltered hollow with ample room for dens amidst the scattered remnants of an empire long-gone. They offer this shelter to almost any good-natured cat they come across, for the cats of the Crew know what it is like to be alone.
Important Information
>> POLICIES <<
> No tresspassing or picking fights with Clan cats within their territory. If any Clan cats are found outside of their borders, members of the Crew are encouraged to attack, maim or kill them
> Members of the Crew are not permitted to leave the Old Twoleg Nest without a recognized member of the Crew
> New members of the Crew must go through a training period as a Trainee before they can take a test that will be supervised by the Captain. Only once the test has been passed may the cat be a recognized member of the Crew
>> RELATIONS <<> Members of the Crew are not permitted to leave the Old Twoleg Nest without a recognized member of the Crew
> New members of the Crew must go through a training period as a Trainee before they can take a test that will be supervised by the Captain. Only once the test has been passed may the cat be a recognized member of the Crew
RIVERCLAN: HOSTILE. Due to previous conflicts between the Clan living by the river and multiple members of the Crew, and a promise made by Forest to Grub in exchange for the Old Twoleg Nest, RiverClan is viewed in poor light. If members of the Crew are caught tresspassing onto RiverClan territory, the Captain will not punish them. In fact, members are encouraged to harm as many RiverClanners as possible.
THUNDERCLAN: NEUTRAL. Nothing of late has happened between ThunderClan and the Crew that has caused much unrest. Members of the Crew caught tresspassing or harming ShadowClan in or out of their territories face potential punishment.
WINDCLAN: TENSE. Due to previous conflicts between WindClan and members of the Crew, relations with the Clan is rather poor. If members of the Crew are caught tresspassing onto WindClan territory, the Captain will lighten the punishment for them.
SHADOWCLAN: FRIENDLY. Due to members of ShadowClan helping members of the Crew in the past, relations with SkyClanners are generally respectful and friendly. Members of the Crew caught tresspassing or harming ShadowClan in or out of their territories face potential punishment.
SKYCLAN: FRIENDLY. Due to members of SkyClan helping members of the Crew in the past, relations with SkyClanners are generally respectful and friendly. Members of the Crew caught tresspassing or harming SkyClan in or out of their territories face potential punishment.
>> TRAINEES <<
> The name typically given to new or young members of the Crew who have yet to prove themselves a full member of the Crew
> Their training is not held in any sequence or any particular member. Trainees are responsible for asking for lessons should they need them, and practicing in their own time
> To graduate from being a Trainee, cats are to take part of a test. The test involves the Trainee hunting down a predator and killing it by themselves. The test will be overseen by the Captain.
> Retries for the test is permitted, if the Trainee survives the first failure
>> ETIQUETTE/TRADITIONS <<
> There is no fresh-kill pile. Each cat is responsible for their own meal, whether it be by sharing with another member or hunting their own.
> The Captain has the highest rank in the Crew, followed by the Healer, with Trainees at the lowest. While members are expected to treat those higher than them with respect, refusal to collaborate is not punishable.
> Romances with cats outside of the Crew are allowed, but the mate, and kits if there are any, are expected to stay in the Crew until the kits are at least ten moons old, during which they are presented a choice of staying or leaving.
> New rogues are generally excepted, though they have to begin as Trainees first
> Fights between members, unless directly affecting the Crew, is none of the Captain's business and is not punishable
> No member of the Crew may hunt or kill more prey or predators than they can consume. This is to prevent the forest from being hunted dry and having a repeat of the famine.
> The Healer may refuse to heal any member of the Crew for any reason.
> The Healer may not opt out of battles should there be any. Only sick, injured or members with young kits may stay out. Trainees may be chosen to remain behind as well.
OTHERS
UPCOMING LITTERS:
Grub/NPC: Due ~25 Feb
IMPORTANT TOPICS:
Announcement: Call Forth The Tides Of War
OPEN TOPICS:
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