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[color=black][size=10pt][font=arial]LightningClan, or StormClan as it was originally named, is a ruby fanclan with over 50,000 posts that was started back in 2011 by Faux. For almost a full year it was the most active pseudoclan on the site, accumulating around forty thousand posts on one thread, but then died out. Since then it has gone through multiple reboots, with on-and-off activity, but is once more attempting to get back on its feet.

HISTORY The history of LightningClan is actually quite rich, and can be traced back to a clan called FlameClan. In this clan, there were two cats by the names of Darkfire and Flameflare; the two were great friends and did nearly everything together. However, one day the leader, Briarstar, decided that due to the lack of kits each cat should be assigned a mate. Darkfire and Flameflare both thought this was outrageous and should not be allowed, and so gathered all the opposing cats in the Clan and decided something should be done. So, together, they ran off with a few others and created a Clan of their own, one that was fair and allowed cats to be with whoever they please. And so, LightningClan was born. Darkfire became Darkstar and led the clan with Flameflare as his deputy for many moons in peace with the other clans, as the golden age in the history of LightningClan.

But like all good things this did not last forever and LightningClan fell inactive. Many rose to power and tried to start it up once more, however it failed each time. An old leader, Roman, has taken the lead once more in the beginning of a new age. One with renewed strength and the ability to endure as we always have, re-writing LightningClan's history to become the great clan it once was as we speak.

TERRITORY LightningClan as switched territories multiple times, but they have currently settled high in the mountains, similar to those of the huangshan peaks in China. This range of mountains is incredibly beautiful and equally mysterious, almost always covered in a layer of mist. It storms often here, with rain often and thunderstorms also common, as their name sort of suggests. There is plenty of trees and growth up on the mountains, home to lots of prey.

Deep inside the mountains, LightningClan makes its home inside a tunnel system, connecting large caves through bridges and pathways like these. Most of the clan lives together, making their nests in one of the bigger caves, however members are free to wander about and claim places to sleep as they please. Their home is a treacherous one, yes, forcing the LightningClans to be agile and stick to the paths. Survival of the fittest, yes?

RANKS LightningClan is official, so if you roleplay a high position you are eligible for a badge.

EMPEROR +HP
The leader of the clan; has the final say in all decisions, and can hold meetings and promote or demote members.
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MANDARIN +HP
Serves as the deputy or second-in-command. Can accept invitations and such, and can hold meetings and do most things, with permission from the Emperor, along with helping in big decisions.
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SAGES +HP
Medicine cats and healers. Praised for their knowledge in herbs, these members are responsible for keeping members in good health, as well as interpreting religious signs and omens. Able to help in most decisions.
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SAGE APPRENTICES +HP
Trained by Sages to become Sages themselves, these members also aid in the healing of LightningClanners, along with being taught how to read omens. Limited say in most decisions.
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OFFICERS +HP
Assistant deputies and the police force of the clan. Enforce rules and keep order within the group, and have limited say in most decisions but can accept invitations.
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PROPHETS +SHP
Mostly serve as messengers and scouts, these members know the passages of the mountains like the back of their own paws, and must be able to navigate the many tunnels to spread information. Are also responsible for the smaller duties, such as welcoming new members and keeping things light around the clan.
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WARRIORS
The main body of the clan; they hunt and fight for the others.
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APPRENTICES
In training to become full warriors, they are given mentors and taught to hunt and fight from the age of six moons and up, until they seem fit to become warriors.
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KITS/ELDERS
The young as well as those too old to serve any longer are taken care of by the rest of the clan.
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FAQ If you have any questions, feel free to ask them here and someone will answer, but you may also pm any one of the high positions, as they are listed in the ranks.

HOW DO I JOIN?
Just jump in! Either start a joining thread in the Official Clan Roleplay board or just jump into any LC thread! However, please remember to label all threads as LightningClan in the title!

DOES LIGHTNINGCLAN HAVE A RELIGION?
Most of LightningClan worships StarClan, but members are free to believe what they like.

IS LIGHTNINGCLAN PRO OR ANTI?
They are currently a ProClan.

WHO ARE THEIR ALLIES/ENEMIES?
Currently pending.

DOES MY CHARACTER HAVE TO BE A CAT?
Nope- LightningClan accepts all creatures! Just make sure you purchase your animal from the shop if it isn't free!

CAN I BE A HIGH POSITION?
High positions are chosen icly, but if you're active and friendly there's a good change you'll get the spot!

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