Roleplaying Guide

==Overview==
 Roleplaying is the main point of Warrior Cats: Ultimate Edition. You are free to make your character/OC a warrior, and live the life of a Clan cat, whether as a playful kit, a young, eager apprentice, a brave warrior, a cautious queen, a retired elder that has protected their clan for moons, a skilled medicine cat, or perhaps a legendary leader. Maybe you will choose to be a quiet loner, or a shady rogue... Maybe even a dainty kittypet. The story is yours! To get the best of your roleplay, make use of your conscience. You have to be engaged with the story, others, and you have to avoid specific situations which will all be discussed in this unofficial guide.
This guide was made to help improve WCUE player's roleplaying skills, step-by-step. 
==Basics==
==== Starpedia ====
There are a lot of WCUE (Warrior Cats: Ultimate Edition) players that do not read the Warriors books. However, most people that do not read the books do not know how to play the game according to the lore. The Starpedia is there to assist you if you are new to the game or have not read the books. And it's a good idea to go over it even if you are familiar with them. The Starpedia consists of all you need to know about the basic clan territories, resources, and lore. It's a basic but fairly helpful tool to familiarize yourself with the ways of the clans. If you want to know everything that the Starpedia has, visit the Starpedia page before moving on.
== Your OC (Original Character) ==
One of the most important parts of roleplaying is having a well thought-out character. This is not only about creating a personal morph, there are a few other steps. Don't be overwhelmed; It's not as complicated as it might sound. Here are a few basic remedies for your original character.
====Lore====
Also known as the backstory of your original character, the lore is not that necessary for an OC, but it can be fun and interesting to experiment with what kind of an influence they are, what kind of hardships they needed to go through, etc.
====Morph====
This is one of the most entertaining steps in creating an original character. WCUE gives you the tool to make your OC in the game with Character Customization. For a full guide on Character Customization, visit Character Customization.
==== Naming Your OC ====
The name of your OC is the first step in your character description. Names will differ if your OC lives as a rogue/loner, kittypet, or clan cat. Most of the time, your OC's name will match the appearance of the OC. Here are some examples: 
A black cat - Obsidianwhisker 
A Siamese cat - Oakface 
Though cats cannot identify the personality of their offspring at birth like humans, you can name your OC by their personality. Here are some examples: 
A introverted cat - Lushheart 
A spicy cat - Pepperprowl 
You may also name your OC after something in the physical world: 
An orange cat - Morningshine, a reference to daytime 
==== Separators ====
The way you type your OC's name isn't as strict as you think, but let's say you want to make sure your OC's name comes across clear. We can all agree that writing your name as "Scar claw" does not look appealing for a clan cat's name. Instead, we can copy the following ways: 'Salamander’foot', 'Cloud/Pounce', 'Sea ` Strike', etc. Sometimes, you will see some cat's names written as they show in the books (e.g, Frostfall, Blackmask). This method often tags, which is why most people use separators as seen a while ago, such as an apostrophe (’), a slash (/), and much more depending on what looks good to you. 
==== Name Changing ====
Let's say you see that a player named their OC without a suffix. (e.g, Yvette, Swift, Badger) This means that this OC was once a kittypet, rogue, or loner. Sometimes this isn't always the case; Some cats are named with a suffix but have no experience whatsoever as a non-clan cat. We can tell these players to add a suffix to their OC instead of judging them and not doing anything to fix their name. 
==== Biography/Bio/Description ====
In WCUE, your biography describes the basic appearance and/or personality of your OC. A appealing and understandable biography is important in the game. 
Here's a really bad example of a bio: 'She/cute/shy/has demon powers/m8:none' To avoid your description looking like this, add more traits to your character and add your mate/spouse/partner's name into your description until you get one. Here are some examples: 'A loyal, loving she-cat with a gentle nature.' or 'A slim, confident and steadfast tom.'. 
To save space, a good option would also be a biography like this: 'Loyal, loving she-cat. Rank: Warrior. Gentle nature.'. This gives you more room to add more information about your OC. 
==Gameplay/Roleplay==
==== Speech ====
When talking in roleplay, describing things and talking both in roleplay and out of roleplay are best when easy to distinguish. Whenever your OC is talking, use quotation marks (") to make it easy to identify if you are talking in roleplay. Here are some ways players create quotation marks:
Prime/Foot mark: 'Yes, you'll be perfectly fine.'
Double prime/Inch mark: "Sunpaw, how are you doing today?"
Grave: `Gather around the Clan Rock for patrols!`
Double Grave: ``Tundra'Paw, just listen to Bog'Sight, alright?``
Quote/Apostrophe: ‘Dear StarClan... Are we lost?’
Double quote/Regular quotation marks: “I'll need some moss over there on that large rock.”
When speaking out of roleplay, use some a different symbol to separate in character from out of character. For example: 
What are the roles available in this roleplay?// 
(( Sorry, I have to go! ))
==== Action ====
These sentences will describe what your cat is currently doing. Attacking, eating, sleeping, etc. Similar to out of roleplay dialogue, the symbols you use do not matter. Here are some actions: 
Here are some examples: 
*he yowls* 
{she was blushing} 
-sniffs air- 
To avoid your actions looking like these, don't just make them bland verbs and add some adjectives. Here are some examples: 
{She shyly padded across the clearing} 
*The tom's fur spiked as they walked past* 
He dipped his head in respect. 
Verbs are action words like hearing, watching and hunting. Adjectives describe the noun or verb like violently, curiously and joyfully. 
==== When To Interact With Other Players ====
In terms of both public and private roleplay, one of the most important parts of having a successful roleplay is to ask for permission. Let's say many players, including you are in the middle of a clan meeting and a non-clan cat enters the clan camp which interrupts the meeting and potentially stops the roleplay from progressing. To not be this non-clan cat, the only time you should budge into the clan meeting is if you have the permission to do so by the host of the roleplay, the clan leader or any major character or role that's attending the clan meeting. Even if it seems like nothing is going on at a certain point, it's a still a good idea to ask, that way everyone can agree.
==== Things to avoid when roleplaying and how to avoid them ====
==== Main Character Syndrome ====
While roleplaying, there is a chance that (a) player(s) will be "insisting" that they or you are the center of attention. Here is an example: You rp a non-clan cat even when it doesn't seem like it, it can easily be implied when you are trying to be the main character. Try not to make the whole roleplay revolve around you. Be aware of everyone around you, and make sure to give people a chance in the spotlight.
==== Power Playing/Overpowered ====
Power playing/being overpowered is when you are roleplaying extremely unrealistic. Whether that be fighting unreasonably strong, or roleplaying with magical powers. Having powers is fine if you are roleplaying in a magic school roleplay or lab roleplay (Lab roleplays are suggested to be in private/VIP servers). However, this is not appropriate if you are playing as a ordinary cat like a clan cat, kittypet, rogue and loner. An example of powerplaying would look something like this: {she attacked them forcefully with her laser eyes}. There are many more ways to powerplay. Just be considerate of others, and try your best to be as real and book accurate as possible if you are a regular cat. 
=== Positive Tips===
The following are just a few things to keep in mind while roleplaying. This helps to improve the experience, and engage better in the roleplay.
==== Communication ====
It's important to roleplay in a way that is easy to understand, and at time this can difficult. Before starting a roleplay, tell everybody what the plan is. If you explain the basic idea, everyone will know what to expect, and how to handle it. This can also be done instantaneously, by giving your fellow roleplayers a heads-up before you move on. 
== Roles ==
The following are every main role in WCUE and ways to master them.
=== "Major" Clan Roles ===
Leader: Being a Clan leader is a stressful role, but it is vital for a roleplay. An experienced leader is very important, especially if you are aiming for a realistic roleplay. It's a good idea to call Clan meetings every once in a while, to give mentors to apprentices, and even to update the Clan on recent events. If you know the proper meeting call for the Clan you are roleplaying in, be sure to use it (e.g. WindClan: All cats old enough to run the moor gather beneath the Tallrock for a Clan meeting)! There are also many other proper ceremonies. If you would like to use them, see Ceremonies. Another point is that even as Clan leader, you are certainly able to go on patrols, and this is pretty common in the books. This is a good way to see what is going on in the Clan, and socialize where a leader most likely couldn't. [Extra: A tip for being leader is do NOT choose medicine apprentices without the medicine cat knowing, it can be annoying. ] 
Deputy: The Clan deputy is also a high rank in the Clan. It is a leader's second-in-command, and takes over when a leader dies, retires, or is no longer fit for the leadership role. Deputy is a pretty simple role in a Clan, if you know what you are doing. It is very similar to a warrior, but has higher tasks and is more "important" at certain times. The first thing a deputy is expected to do is organize patrols. Clan deputies make patrols every morning and every night. Hunting parties consist of several warriors and apprentices who go out and hunt for the Clan. They are restricted to not eat any prey while hunting, as they are to only bring it back to camp. Border patrols have a few warriors and apprentices who go out to set borders and patrol the territory. It's a clever way to keep up with trespassing cats and keep the borders fresh. Clan deputies also go on patrols, not only organize them. Patrols usually consist of 3-4 warriors and 2 apprentices. 
Medicine Cat: Medicine cats in the Clan are very important. They are the healers and are in charge of making sure their Clanmates are healthy and fit for their role in the Clan. Medicine cats are highly honored in the Clans. If a cat is injured, the medicine cat takes care of them until they are well enough to return to their duties. For a guide on medicine cat skills, visit this Medicine Cat Guide. 
Medicine Cat Apprentice: A medicine cat apprentice trains under the Clan's medicine cat, and has chosen to devote their life to helping their Clan with herbs and knowledge in healing, instead of combat. A kit may choose to become a medicine cat apprentice at six moons, and usually trains longer than warrior apprentices. Even though they heal, medicine cats and their apprentices still need to know basic fighting skills, and they do hunt. Medicine cat apprentices obtain their full name by the Clan's main medicine cat when they deem their apprentice ready.
=== "Minor" Clan Roles ===
Warrior: A warrior is usually over the age of 11-12 moons, and has completed their training as an apprentice. They do the duties assigned to them by the leader, deputy, and medicine cat(s). That includes hunting, patrolling borders, sometimes collecting herbs, and taking care of simple camp tasks. There is a sub-category, not often used in roleplays, called young warriors, and senior warriors. Any warrior that has mentored at least one apprentice (see warrior apprentice) can become deputy. If they become too elderly to perform warrior duties, they will become an elder per request.
Warrior Apprentice: A warrior apprentice, usually shortened to apprentice, is a young cat who has chosen the path of a warrior and is at least 6 moons old. They undergo training with their mentor, usually every day, and have tests (minor assessments) every moon to check their progress. Before becoming a warrior, they are fully assessed in their skills. They usually play with the kits during their spare time. However, they must carry out many duties, such as pulling ticks, or changing bedding. This is to teach them responsibility. 
Queen/Kit: Queens and kits are the base system of the clans. Queens usually have kits and nurse them until they are 6 moons old/until they are old enough to become an apprentice. They are oftentimes tired, but very loving and protective toward their kits, even when they become apprentices, and so on. Kits are energetic and happy, and love to hear stories and cause trouble. Some are more quiet and introverted; it all depends on your kit's personality. [Extra: Do not run away as it can be very annoying and no one cares to come after you!]
Elder: An elder is a retired warrior or medicine cat. They are usually taken care of by other Clanmates, and tell stories, like the mythical clans LionClan, TigerClan, and LeopardClan, former battles of the Clans, difficult leaf-bares, etc. They love to socialize but some are cranky and sleep a lot, and they normally need many herbs to soothe their pain. 
=== Rogue/Loner And Kittypet ===
Rogue/Loner: Being a rogue in WCUE can be fun if you prefer not being in a Clan. Rogues tend to stray from the Clans, if you want to stay as realistic as the books. However, it can be interesting if a rogue trespasses the border, or even requests to join the Clan. If you choose to be a rogue, you might want to ask permission before attacking a Clan member, or even attempting to do other things, like coming into a Clan camp. It's important to be respectful of others while they are roleplaying. Rogues usually live in the barn near WindClan, Carrionplace near ShadowClan, or other abandoned areas near different Clan territories. They mostly do the same things as a Clan cat (hunting, fighting if necessary, caring for their young, etc.) except they don't live united as a Clan. Some rogues live with other cats, or wander territories on their own, which also makes for interesting roleplays.
Kittypet: If you are being realistic, most (almost all) kittypets are intimidated by the Clans, and will not stroll up into a camp (if they can manage to find one). They are usually in their Twoleg place or exploring outside. They normally don't go far when exploring, often barely past their fence. They are normally shy, and can be frightened at the thought of getting lost, or leaving their Twolegplace. However, some kittypets can be brave, and venture further. If you are being a kittypet, roleplaying with multiple people makes the game a lot more fun and enjoyable. It can get boring if you are the only one roleplaying. And remember when you go home from adventures, make sure to eat to keep the roleplay realistic 
== Ceremonies ==
Ceremonies are special "meetings" when a Clan leader declares a cat a certain rank. They are usually missed upon due to everyone wanting action, so here are the ceremony templates for your roleplay, as well as some tips.
====Apprentice Ceremony====
Leader: [Kit name], you have reached the age of six moons, and are ready to become an apprentice. From today until you receive your full warrior/medicine cat name, you will be known as [kit's prefix + paw at end]. Your mentor will be [name of warrior or medicine cat]. I hope they will pass all they know on to you.
Clanmates: Cheer new apprentice's name.
====Mentor Ceremony====
Leader: [Warrior or Medicine Cat], you are ready to take on an apprentice. You have received excellent training from [former mentor(s)], and you have shown yourself to be [quality] and [quality]. You will be the mentor of [new apprentice], and I expect you to pass on all you know to them.
====Medicine Cat Apprentice Ceremony====
Medicine cat: [Apprentice name], is it your wish to enter the mysteries of StarClan as a medicine cat?
Apprentice: It is/of course/yes.
Medicine cat: Then come forward... Warriors of StarClan, I present you with this apprentice. They have chosen the path of a medicine cat. Grant them your wisdom and insight so that they may understand your ways and heal their Clan in accordance with your will.
Other medicine cats: Cheer new apprentice's name.
====Warrior Ceremony====
Leader: I, [leader], leader of [Clan name], call upon my warrior ancestors to look down on this apprentice. They have trained hard to understand the ways of your noble code, and I commend them to you as a warrior in their turn.
Leader: [Apprentice name], do you promise to uphold the warrior code and to protect and defend your Clan, even at the cost of your life?
Apprentice: I do/yes/with my life
Leader: Then by the powers given to me by StarClan, I give you your warrior name. [Apprentice name], from this moment on you will be known as [new warrior name]. StarClan honors your [virtues], and we welcome you as a full warrior of [Clan name].
Clanmates: Cheer new warrior's name.
Sometimes, when a battle is fought (these words may be added just in general) or a mentor deems their apprentice worthy, these words are added:
Leader: [Mentor], has your apprentice, [apprentice name], learned the skills of a warrior? Do they understand the importance of the warrior code?
Mentor: They have, and they do.
You then continue with the ceremony.
====Medicine Cat Naming Ceremony====
Medicine Cat: I, [name], medicine cat of [Clan name], call upon my warrior ancestors to look down on this apprentice. They have trained hard to understand the ways of a medicine cat, and with your help they will serve their Clan for many moons. [Apprentice], do you promise to uphold the ways of a medicine cat, to stand apart from rivalry between Clan and Clan and to protect all cats equally, even at the cost of your life?
Apprentice: I do/with my life
Medicine Cat: Then by the powers of StarClan I give you your true name as a medicine cat. [Apprentice], from this moment you will be known as [new name]. StarClan honors your [virtues], and we welcome you as a full medicine cat of [Clan name].
====Deputy Ceremony====
Leader: I say these words before StarClan, so that the spirits of our warrior ancestors [or former deputy's name] may hear and approve of my choice. The new deputy of [Clan name] is [warrior's name].
Clanmates: Cheer new deputy's name.
====Leader Ceremony====
Life giver: [Touches nose to the top of deputy's head] [Deputy's name], I give you a life for [gift). Use it well [to, in, as, for, etc.] [use of gift]
Deputy: Thank you.
You undergo this eight more times until you get your ninth life, for which the last life giver says this: 
9th Life Giver: I hail you by your new name, [original prefix]star. Your old life is no more. You have now received the nine lives of a leader, and StarClan grants you the guardianship of [Clan name]. Defend it well; care for young and old; honor your ancestors and the traditions of the warrior code; live each life with pride and dignity.
It is usually the previous leader. However, if they were not a fit leader and/or didn't make it to StarClan yet, it will be the one before them.
====Elder Ceremony====
Leader: Is it your wish to give up the name of a warrior and go to join the elders?
Clan member: It is.
Leader: Your Clan honors you and all the service you have given to us. I call upon StarClan to give you many moons of rest.
The elder then joins the rest of the roleplaying elders.
====Renaming 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 they are. By my authority as Clan leader, and with the approval of our warrior ancestors, I give this cat a new name. From this moment on, they will be known as [new name], for [description of reason].
== Terms ==
Perms: Permission 
RP: Roleplay 
Cr: Crush/Love interest 
M8/M: Mate 
TS: Theme Song 
S: Scent 
Persona: Shorter term for personality 
VC: Voice claim, what your character would sound like 
TC/WC/RC/SC: Stands for Thunderclan, Windclan, RiverClan or Shadowclan respectively 
R/L: Stands for rouges and loners 
KP: stands for kittypets. 
Spec: Spectator, a person not participating in the roleplay. Some may permit to be ‘Claimed’ for role plays. 
Wcue: stands for the name of the game, Warrior cats ultimate edition 
Exp: Shorter term for the word Experienced. 
== References ==
* Starpedia
* Herbs
* Territory Map
* Clan Territories
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