The Secrets

The Secrets is a friendly clan located within the Light realm. They are, for the most part, a trading hub. An extensive railway system and network of trunker caravans connect them to other nearby clans. What The Secrets have always been known for, however, is their dedication in taking in those who are lost, damaged or generally in need for help, and give them the assistance and resources they need to get to a better place in their life.
The clan is lead by Ara and her mate Oras, with other heads of the council including Aura, Era, and the Flight Representatives. The clan have a rough population of about 200 permanent members, however they see many temporary residents. At any given time, upwards of 300 dragons can be found at the clan. Due to this large population, there is a large variety of roles within the clan.
== Lair ==
The Secrets reside on the coast of Light territory. On the cliffs of a large bay there is an enormous tree, grown from a seed of The Behemoth by a tree spirit named Haelaska. Within the roots of the tree is a large cave which leads down to the beach. It is within this cave that most of the clan live. There are several floors, with the first floor containing most of the dens and unique locations such as the Council Room, Forge, Library and Kitchen. Lower floors contain extra dens and less-visited locations like the Vault and various store rooms. 
Dens are usually made up of 3 chambers. The main room is large and spacious, and has dedicated places for sleeping, lounging, entertainment and eating. The 2nd room contains the bathroom, and the 3rd is a storage cabinet for your personal belongings. The dens are deceptively far away and edits can be made, with many dragons requesting additions to fit their needs. The walls are also entirely soundproof, and everything is very well lit with enchanted orbs.
Outside of the main lair there are yet many other locations. Many members of the clan own shops, which line the cliff along the beach. Notable places include Laedahala's Tavern, Sauriday's Magic Shop, and Taiyen's Curiosities Shop.
On top of the cliff, beneath the shade of the tree, are various areas for recreation and relaxation. Not many crops can be grown here, however there is a greenhouse which is kept warm and well fed with light thanks to magic.
Most of the surrounding area still within the clan's territory is the farmlands. There are few farmers who are truly permanent residents, so many of the crops and produce are tended to by hired farmers. Within the farmland, to the south, one can also find the Observatory, run by Petal. 
== History ==
=== Creation ===
The clan was first founded by Ara and Oras. Ara was an abandoned mirror living on her own in the Tangled Woods, whilst Oras was a young fae who had fled his cruel family. The two bonded after Ara caught Oras in a trap she created, and he taught her language. They discovered an old abandoned lair in a small cliff, a cave not too different from the current lair. They settled there, making a promise to each other that they would grow a clan together, taking in others in need.
=== Expansion ===
They were able to grow, taking in wandering dragons without a place to call home. These new dragons were able to bring resources, tools and skills that Ara and Oras lacked, allowing the clan to grow in more than just numbers. 
=== Birth of Stellor ===
Two residents of the clan, Stella and Argien, had two sons; an imperial named Stellor, and a nocturne named Grymble. From the moment he could talk Stellor was evidently different. A cruel, malicious nature ran through him, that lead to him being a bit of an outcast as he grew older. Eventually it was evident to the council that he was Shade-touched, and he was put under watch.
=== Stellor's Incident ===
Despite being closely watched, the clan could not predict what happened next. Festering with the Shade's influence, Stellor killed his brother. Not even attempting to hide what he'd done, he was swiftly prosecuted. No one in the clan was able to remove the Shade from him, and he was clearly too dangerous to be left alone. Deep below, in the depths of the clan, he was locked up. He was made out as a precautionary tale to hatchlings, of the danger of the Shade. Visiting him was strictly prohibited, except by council members and his parents.
=== Emperor Incident ===
It was no secret that Stellor wished to become an emperor. His mad ravings about becoming one of these beasts of legends was one of the reasons he was placed under watch. However, none expected it to truly happen. Four imperial brothers, sons of one of the council members, decided in a hasty moment of rebellion that they would go see this "Stellor" and see if he truly was what the older members of the clan made him out to be. Everything went wrong when Stellor killed three of them, the 4th barely able to escape to warn the rest of the clan what had just happened. They knew they could not stay, and the chains holding Stellor in place would not last for long as he took on his new form. They gathered what they could and fled to Light, hoping that being the opposite element, Stellor would not be able to cope.
Just as they were crossing the border, ready to taste the relief of being free from this horror, the emperor caught up. He killed many, including two other imperials, older siblings of the three that had formed the emperor. His power grew, however he could not stand the brilliance of Light, and was forced to retreat. The clan continued to flee, knowing there was no chance of being able to return home. 
=== New Start ===
The clan continued to flee until they came to the coast. There, they found an enormous tree, so big the crown was tipped with frost. On the beach beneath was a cave, reminiscent of their old home. The guardian of the tree, Haelaska, saw their need and allowed them to reside within the cave, so long as they assisted her in keeping her tree safe from those who would harm it for it's resources. And so, a new page of the clan's history began.
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