RiverClan

## Habitat

Territory

Camp

## Unique Skills

Swimming

Water Combat

Fishing

**RiverClan** is one of the five groups of cats that live in the Mountain Territories. They are the only Clan around the rank that can swim underwater; the other Clans can only paddle. Their founding leader was Riverstar, previously known as River Ripple.

# Clan Personality & Traits

RiverClan cats are prideful in their appearance and enjoy flaunting their beauty to the other Clans. They have a tight bond within their Clan, and it's not uncommon for apprentices to have relatives as their mentors. They're graceful and swim like fish through the water, which also tends to put them on the more hefty side due to their ability to fight currents, and need to remain warm.

RiverClan cats are similar to SkyClan cats in that they have a diverse set of pelts within their Clan. However, most cats tend to be gray, silver, or white. They have paws with webbing more noticeable compared to other Clans and have thick coats to protect themselves from the cold water. It's not uncommon to find cats with petals in their fur, as RiverClan cats love to wear them along with safe flowers (the medicine cat must double check to see if the flower is safe).

# Territory

RiverClan territory is made up of uneven ground, scattered woods, and many streams and rivers connecting to each other. Small pods dot the territory and provide apprentices with great training in swimming and catching fish, or frogs. Most of the ground is muddy or sandy, making it hard to walk near water sources.

* **Camp** - RiverClan camp is surrounded completely by water that is multiple cat-lengths deep, providing them great protection. Their island is covered in small shrubs and has a couple of trees for extra shelter.
* **Croak Pond** - A pond on the larger side that got its name due to the large population of frogs.
* **Fallen Beeches** - A tangled wall of fallen and dead beech trees that leave a small pond separated from the rest of a river.
* **Guppy Pools** - Tiny pools scattered around a hollow that is used to train apprentices how to fish.
* **Sunken Hollow** - A hollow near the SkyClan border with large collections of water; used primarily for training, or showing off to SkyClan.
* **Tangled Island** - Received its name due to the tangled trees and foliage, as well as the constant fighting over it between RiverClan and ShadowClan. Currently belongs to RiverClan.

RiverClan's main source of food is fish, since they've been doing so ever since their founding. They catch small to massive freshwater fish like minnows, guppies, trout, carp, perch, and chub. Rarely they'll catch eels, but they never eat them. If fish is scarce, RiverClan cats will hunt water voles, mice, and sometimes large birds like herons if they're desperate enough.

Heron and egrets are threats to RiverClan kits, as they will not hesitate to snap at one too close. Birds of prey are also a threat due to the open nature of RiverClan territory. Otters, when in family groups, can also be dangerous due to their aggressive nature. RiverClan cats are able to fight off otters on their own, however blood loss may consume them soon after. RiverClan cats stick to the water and know when to duck underneath and hide.