SunClan

## Culture

SunClan culture praises bravery, courage, and strength, and they always wish to be the strongest. They often tend to be brash and hot-headed, jumping into battle without always thinking it through. Before Talonstar, they were the most likely to get into a fight, eager to show their skills and prove their strength to the other clans...even if these battles are often pointless. They believe they're the most brave and courageous clan, both from the harsh desert that they live in and their physical strength and size from being lions.

SunClan is and always has been one of the most accepting of the clans, as they will allow anyone to seek refuge in a designated area outside of camp, if one wishes to join SunClan they must pass a test that can range in difficulty. SunClan is very willing to make allies, although since Ivorystar has become leader their attack strategy seems to be more on the side of hiding, which strays away from traditional SunClan values. Current modern day SunClan acts a lot like Snowclan did before Talonstar took over, since Rainstar is a mentor-like figure to Ivorystar.

## Territory

SunClan lives in the desert west of the volcano. They tend to only hunt closer to the river and the oasis, as those are the only places where animals live. Sometimes, during dry seasons, they'll venture further and further away from their camp (near an oasis) in search of large prey. However, no one ventures into the Great Emptiness southwest of their territory, for there are tales that no one who goes there will ever return.

## History

### During RP

SunClan lived peacefully at first, under the rule of Blackstar. However, he died, and young Ivorywing was thrown into the role of leader. When a Gathering was held, Ivorystar had heard news that PounceClan had attacked SnowClan, so she was weary. She took most of her clan, including kits and elders, to the Gathering, leaving only a few warriors and apprentices at camp. When PounceClan arrived under the cover of darkness, they found the camp almost deserted. Although Talonstar managed to kill Onyxpaw and many of their herbs were destroyed, not many SunClan cats were injured.

Soon, SunClan split in half at Ivorystar's command, half under Ivorystar and half under Deerfur, the deputy. They would both live on or near SunClan territory; however, they were to remain as hidden as possible and wouldn't interact much. Ivorystar hoped that this would both make SunClan much harder to find and, if they were found, allowed the other half to help the half being attacked, while not having all their kits, elders, and herbs in one place.

As the war went on and Snowclan was invaded, SunClan joined the StoneClan-SpringClan-ANTS alliance. Ivorystar hoped they would be able to stop Talonstar and bring peace to her clan.

### Pre-RP

SunClan used to always be led by males, although they have moved on. SunClan and NightClan used to be counterparts and would trade information to each other, and each clan was allowed to hunt on the others territory and seek refuge in the other's camp. No one is quite sure when or why this ended but it was too long ago for anyone but elders and leaders who have received the knowledge to remember. SunClan used to function more like a pride of lions; however, throughout the generations they found clan customs more efficient and suited their lifestyle better.