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 Posted: Mon Aug 06, 2007 3:53 pm
The Warrior Code
1. Defend you clan, even with your life. You may have have friendships with cats from other clans, but your loyalty must remain with 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.
9.After the death or retirement of the deputy, the new deputy must be chosen before Moonhigh.
10. A gathering of all 4 clans is held at the full moon during a truce that lasts for the night. There shall be no fighting at this time.
11. Boundaries must be checked and marked daily. Challenge all trespassing cats.
12. No warrior may neglect a kit in pain or danger, even if that kit is from another clan.
13. The word of the clan leader is the warrior code.
14. An honorable warrior does not need to kill other cats to win his battles, unless they are outside the warrior code or it is necessary for self-defense.
15. A warrior rejects the soft life of a kittypet.
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Posted: Wed Aug 29, 2007 6:37 pm
Ceremonies  Apprentice Ceremony
Leader:''Let all cats old enough to catch their own prey join for a Clan meeting! I call upon my warrior ancestors to look down upon this kit. He/she would like to become a warrior of (Clan), but must first become an apprentice.(Kit's name) from now on you will be known as (New Apprentice name.) (Warrior Name) you are ready for an apprentice. You will be (New Apprentice's name.) mentor."
Mentor and apprentice touch noses.Warrior Ceremony
Leader:"Let all cats old enough to catch their own prey join for a Clan meeting! I call upon my warrior ancestors to look down upon this apprentice. He/she has trained hard to understand the ways of your noble code, and I commend him/her to you as a warrior in his/her turn. (Apprentice Name), do you promise to follow the warrior code and defend this Clan, even at the cost of your life?"
Apprentice: "I do."
Leader: "Then by the powers of StarClan I give you your warrior name. (Apprentice Name), from this day forth you will be known as (New Warrior Name). (Clan) welcomes you as a full warrior."
The clan usually commences into cheering of the new name and congratulates the new warrior. The newly-made warrior will need to stand silent vigil for the night and guard the camp.Name Change Ceremony
Leader: "Spirits of StarClan, you know every cat by name. I ask you now to take away the name from the cat you see before you, for it no longer stands for what he/she is. By my authority as Clan leader, and with the approval of our warrior ancestors, I give this cat a new name. From this moment she/he will be known as (New Name)."
The clan usually commences into cheering of the new name. The cat will need to stand silent vigil for the night and guard the camp.
Deputy Ceremony
Leader: "I say these words before the body of (former Deputy), so that his/her spirit may hear and approve my choice. (New deputy name) will be the new deputy of (Clan)."
The clan usually commences into cheering. Leader Ceremony
StarClan Cat 1: "Welcome (Name of Warrior to be leader). Are you ready to recieve your nine lives?"
Warrior: "Yes, I'm ready."
StarClan cat 2: "With this life I give you courage. Use it well to defend your Clan in battle."
StarClan cat 3: "With this life I give you justice. Use it well to judge your Clanmates fairly."
StarClan cat 4: "With this life I give you loyalty. Use it well to what you know to be right."
StarClan cat 5: "With this life I give you tireless energy. Use it well to serve your Clan to the utmost."
StarClan cat 6: "With this life I give you the same desire to protect your Clan as a mother has to protect her kits. Use it well to defend your Clan."
StarClan cat 7: "With this life I give you mentoring. Use it well to educate your apprentice(s) in the ways of the warriors."
StarClan cat 8: "With this life I give you compassion. Use it well to be mindful of cats weaker than you."
StarClan cat 9: "With this life I give you love. Use it well to indulge yourself in happiness."
StarClan cat 10: "With this life I give you nobility, certainty, and faith. Use it well to lead your Clan in the way of the warrior code for all nine of your lives."
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Posted: Wed Aug 29, 2007 8:02 pm
Herbs A
Addar Barrack - Used for toothache.
Alder Tree Bark - Treats toothache, swelling, pain, and prevents complications. Prevents infection and swelling if chewed and applied to a wound.
Alfalfa - If chewed, prevents tooth decay.
Aloe Vera - The gel inside of the leaves helps cure skin problems and burns. Leaves can be chewed and spit on skin problems and burns. It has soothing qualities as well as healing. When the leaves are broken, a juice flows from them; this should be applied to a wound to prevent scars.
Angelica - Soothes an upset stomach if swallowed; should only be used if the problem is very serious, for this herb also treats ulcers, colic, and most stomach problems including vomiting and cramps. Also useful to heal digestive track problems. Externally, it is used to soothe stiff joints, joint diseases (such as arthritis), and skin disorders. It is also useful for the treatment of anorexia and bulimia.
Ash Tree Seeds - May be consumed to fight pain.
Ash Tree - New shoots should be chewed and then applied to an adder or viper wound to resist the effects of the poison.
Aspen Tree Bark - Relieves stress and soothes restlessness and distraughtness. B
Belladonna - Calms spasms and cramps.
Birthwort - When chewed, induces contractions.
Black Cohosh - Clears lungs and sinuses of congestion and also clears up diseases such as colds, etc. It is also used to stimulate the muscular system as well as a safe sedative used to strengthen the beating of a heart. Equalizes blood circulation and expels mucus as well as neutralizing poison. Black Cohosh poultice may be used to treat inflammation and coughs.
Blessed Thistle - Increases circulation of blood if swallowed.
Borage Leaves - Reduces fevers. Any type of Borage should be fresh, never dried. To be chewed and eaten. The plant can be distinguished by its small blue or pink star-shaped flowers and hairy leaves. Great for nursing queens as it helps increase their supply of milk.
Borage Root - Leaves and roots may be consumed to stave off fevers. Any type of Borage should be fresh, never dried.
Borage Seeds - Should be given to a Queen to help her provide more available milk. Any type of Borage should be fresh, never dried.
Bramble Twig - Helps to sleep if chewed into a fine syrup and consumed.
Broken Rosemary Blooms - Heals wounds near the eyes or eyelids; also helps for eye infections.
Broom - Its poultice is used for broken limbs.
Broom Malice Poultice - Heals open wounds.
Burdock Leaves - If chewed, should be applied to a NON-INFECTED wound to speed up healing.
Burdock Root - The sap is used for rat bites; usually infected ones; may also draw out infection. A tall-stemmed, sharp-smelling thistle with dark leaves. A medicine cat must dig up the roots, wash off the dirt, and chew them into a pulp, which can be applied to rat bites. Cures infection.
Buttonbush Down - If digested, helps with constipation and urinal problems. C
Cascara Sagrada - A common laxative. Safe and fast.
Catchweed - Burrs can be used to help hold treatment onto a cat.
Catmint - Treats whitecough and greencough; may also help relax a cat.
Also treats congestion. A delicious-smelling, leafy plant that's hard to find in the wild; often found growing in Twoleg gardens. The best remedy for greencough.
Celandine - Useful for cats with weak eyesight. Rub it on the eye.
Celery - Stalks can be taken, crushed, and mixed with water to produce a poultice used for soothing headaches. The herb can also treat kidney and bladder disorders, but should NEVER be used if either is inflamed.
Chamomile - Calms a cat. May also add to physical strength. Soothes depression, fatigue, and the heart.
Chaparral - Helps clean the face.
Chervil - The juice of the leaves is used for infected wounds. The root, if manually chewed, is good for bellyaches. A sweet-smelling plant with large, spreading, fern like leaves and small white flowers. The juice of the leaves can be used for infected wounds, and chewing the roots helps with bellyache.
Chewed Gumweed - Helps to seal wounds from infection. It slightly stings but collects the skin together and makes it close faster, therefore preventing infection.
Chickweed - Helps treat greencough and blackcough.
Cobwebs - Used to stop bleeding. Spiderwebs can be found all over the forest; be careful not to bring along the spider when you take the web! Medicine cats wrap it around an injury to soak up the blood and keep the wound clean. Stops bleeding.
Coltsfoot - Good for shortness of breath and kitten cough. A flowering plant, a bit like a dandelion, with yellow or white flowers. The leaves can be chewed into a pulp, which is to be eaten to help shortness of breath.
Comfrey - Treats broken bones. Identifiable by its large leaves and small bell-shaped flowers, which can be pink, white or purple. The fat black roots of this plant can be chewed into a poultice to mend broken bones or soothe wounds.
Comfrey Root - If chewed and rubbed on a wound, it cleans it.
Crushed Pawpaw Roots - If digested, useful for healing kitten cough.
Crushed Iris Petals - Stimulates breathing during the birthing process; also useful for a kit's sore throat. Only useful if digested.
Crushed Marigold Petals - Prevents infection of serious wounds. Avoid using around eyes; can result in serious irritation.
Crushed Rose Thorns - Helps seal the wound.
Culver's Root - Use with Feverfew, when a cat takes a dip in some sort of water. D
Daisy Leaves - If chewed into a paste, can be a useful remedy for aching joints externally; leaves may also be swallowed to treat aching joints.
Damiana Leaves - Has stimulating properties and can be used for nervousness, weakness, and exhaustion. Recommended for increasing the sperm count in males, strengthening the ovum for females, and helping balance hormones in females. Is especially good to use as a laxative for kits; it should also be used to treat dizziness and as a general body cleanser.
Deathberries (Nightshade) - Fatally poisonous berries that can kill in a matter of minutes. NEVER give to a cat. If a cat is beyond saving, however, you may give them deathberries so they will be killed instantly and suffer no pain.
Deathberry Roots - Roots and leaves can be chewed together and applied to sore places, but never to an open wound.
Dock Leaves - When chewed, form a slippery substance. If rubbed on a cat's fur, it can be useful for releasing the cat from entrapment. May also be used for bellyaches. A plant similar to sorrel. The leaf can be chewed up and applied to soothe scratches.
Dried Oak leaf - Collected in the autumn and stored in a dry place. Stops infections.
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Echinacia - Eases infection.
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Ferns - Cleans a wound.
Feverfew - Leaves are used to cool fevers and treat head pains. May also be consumed for stomach ailment and to cure colds. A small bush with flowers like daisies. The leaves can be eaten to cool down body temperature, particularly for cats with fever or chills.
Foxglove Cloves - Purges toxins from the body by making a cat vomit them.
Foxglove Leave - Used on deep wounds to stop bleeding quickly.
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Garlic - Used for fleas.
Garlic Juice - Dripped into wounds to prevent infection. Sets off a slight stinging sensation.
Ginger - Used for asthma and coughs if consumed.
Goldenrod - Used to treat aching joints and stiffness; also a good remedy for healing wounds. A tall plant with bright yellow flowers. A poultice of this is terrific for healing wounds.
Goldenrod Juice - Dripped into wounds to numb pain; basically a painkiller. It does no actual healing.
Grass - Used for upset stomachs if consumed.
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Hawthorne Berries - Treats indigestion. Very similar to deathberries; watch out.
Heather Nectar - Improves the taste of bitter herbs, suck as dock and yarrow. Does no harm to the poultice, herb, or otherwise cure in the process.
Honey - Soothes infection and, if swallowed, will sooth sore throats.
Particularly good for smoke inhalation. A sweet, golden liquid created by bees. Difficult to collect without getting stung, but great for soothing infections or the throats of cats who have breathed smoke.
Hops - Calms or soothes scattered nerves, anxiety, etc.
Hornbeam - If chewed, good for depression.
Horsetail - Used to treat infected wounds. If chewed, stops infection. A tall plant with bristly stems that grows in marshy areas. The leaves can be used to treat infected wounds. Usually chewed up and applied as a poultice.
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Ivy Juices - Calms a cat if consumed.
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Juniper Berries - Used for bellyaches as well as soothing pain. It also helps cats regain their strength. A bush with spiky dark green leaves and purple berries. The berries soothe bellyaches and help cats who are having trouble breathing. L
Lady's Mantle - Stops bleeding.
Lamb's Ear - Good for strength.
Lavender - Treats chills. Leaves and flowers are particularly good for head and throat pains. Inhaling the scent of fresh flowers may calm a cat. A small purple flowering plant. Cures fever.
Lavender Stem - Calms a cat in shock.
Lotus Roots - Keeps a cat awake. M
Marigold - Used to stop and soothe infections in wounds as well as healing wounds and sores. If swallowed, may relieve chills. A bright orange or yellow flower that grows low to the ground. The petals or leaves can be chewed into a pulp and applied as a poultice to wounds. Stops infection.
Marigold Petals - Petals and leaves may be chewed and then applied to a wound to prevent infection and heal burns.
Marigold Leaves - Dresses wounds.
Milkweed Juice - Used for sores and burns. Poisonous if ingested; do not use around the ears or eyes.
Mouse Bile - Used for removing ticks. A bad-smelling liquid that is the only remedy for ticks. Dab a little moss soaked in bile on a tick and it'll fall right off. Wash paws thoroughly in running water afterward. N
Narcissus Flower Petals - Used when a she-cat has contractions. Helps soothe their mind. P
Peathingy Flower Petals - Helps kitten cough by clearing clogged throats and nasal passages. (Note: Doesn't have to be used -just- for kits, although it is especially effective against kitten cough.)
Poppy Seed - Used to soothe distress and pain; useful for making a sick cat sleep. Small black seeds shaken from a dried poppy flower, these are fed to cats to help them sleep. Soothes cats suffering from shock and distress. Not recommended for nursing queens, but can be given if necessary.
Poppy Flower - Flower heads may be consumed together to stop coughing. R
Ragwort - Used for strength.
Rosemary & Thyme - If mixed together and applied to a cat's fur, makes a fantastic flea repellent -- fleas hate the smell.
Rosinweed - Cleans out the system when poison(s) have been digested. Takes effect upon relieving yourself. S
Sacred Root - Used for upset stomachs if digested.
Sage Root - Heals cracked pads. Use with poppy seeds.
Shock Root - Stimulates the nerve system. Use after a cat has been knocked out, poisoned, or head trauma.
Skullcap Seeds - Gives a cat extra strength.
Smut Rye - Stimulates uterine contractions.
Snakeroot - Counters poison.
Snapdragon Seeds - Clears up ringworm; also helps rid the cat of fleas.
Stinging Nettle - Used to lower swelling. The spiny green seeds can be administered to a cat who's swallowed poison, while the leaves can be applied to a wound to bring down swelling. T
Tansy (Flower) - Consumed to stop coughing. Leaves, flowers, and stems are consumed to remove worms. Do not give to a pregnant queen; it will make her miscarry. Administer all tansy in small doses.
Tansy Leaves - May be chewed to relieve joint pains. Do not give to a pregnant queen; it will make her miscarry. May also keep a cat's hunger at bay.
Thinned Heather Down - Helps the indigestion of a kit by lining the kit's stomach and absorbing the uncomfortable juices. Only useful if digested.
Thyme Leaves - Used to treat shock. May calm a cat and aid in restful sleep as well as frayed nerves.
Traveling Herbs - Herbs given to cats going on long adventures, such as the Moonstone. Includes: Poppy Seeds - Dulls hunger & pain in paws.
Tansy Leaves - Keeps hunger at bay, Crushed Lotus Roots - An energizer to keep you awake, Skullcap Seeds - Gives you extra strength; acts like a steroid.W
Watermint - Best cure for bellyache. A leafy green plant found in streams or damp earth. Usually chewed into a pulp and then fed to a cat suffering bellyache.
Wild Garlic - Prevents infection. Rolling in a patch of wild garlic can help prevent infection, especially for dangerous wounds like rat bites.
Willow - Water from beneath the bark may be dropped into a cat's eye to cure blurriness of vision. May be applied to dry patches of skin to relieve itches.
Willow Bark - Small amounts may ease pain, inflammation, and to ease diarrhea or fevers.
Windflower Shoots - Useful for cramps, especially if those of a pregnant she-cat's.
Witch Hazel - An energizer.
Wormwood - Relieves pain when chewed.Y
Yarrow - Makes cats vomit. Useful for expelling poison. However, if used on an extremely ill cat, it could make them sicker. A flowering plant whose leaves can be made into a poultice and applied to wounds or scratches to expel poison.
Yew - Makes a cat vomit up poisons.
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Posted: Wed Aug 29, 2007 8:09 pm
Deseases
Greencough - The cat gains a very bad fever and cough. It may only be caught in leaf-bare and many cats die from it.
Chill - The cat gets a runny nose and a fever. It may be caught from getting wet in cold weather. It is not fatal.
White cough - It gives the cat a bad cough and fever and it can turn into Greencough. It's not fatal unless it turns into Greencough.
Cat's Eye - It makes a cat's eye give off a lot of crusty stuff. It can be caught at any time of the year and it can't kill a cat but it causes blindness.
Bug Ears - Little black bugs claw around in a cat's ears. They make it itch a lot and give off a lot of wax. (Ear mites.)
Rabies - Gives the cat a fever, foamy mouth, and dizziness. There is no cure for it. If a cat gets it, it will die. It is contagious and a cat contracts it if they have been bitten, clawed, or etc. by a rabid animal. During the rabid state, the cat will go crazy and attack others.
Death Disease - It gives the cat severe pain in every area, it will eventually kill a cat. Cats get it from ticks and mosquitoes. (Lyme disease.)
White Paw - A cat's paw pads turn white, and give off severe pain if they walk on them. A cat may get in leaf bare when their paws are cold for a long period of time.
Scarlet Fever - The cat gets a severe fever. Only kits may contract it. They get it from being cold.
Neetle - They get a high fever and they throw up a lot. They can get it any time of the year, there is no known cause for it.
Black Cough - The deadliest form of the 'Coughs'. If a cat catches it, they are most likely to die. Comes right after Greencough. Can kill if not treated soon.
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