Terror nodded, understanding. Hunter, however, said, "But how can dead cats guide us? They're dead!"

"Well...they just do, and we trust that. You can sense it around you and see signs. Of course where theres Starclan, theres the Dark Forrest. If you are bad, very bad, when you die, you will go there instead. I hear it's not pleasant."

Terror
"I saw their attack. It really wasn't pretty."

Hunter
"I-I see."

"The next four have to do with ranking. First, A kit must be at least six moons old to become an apprentice. That way, they are big enough and old enough to have learned a little. Secondly, Newly appointed warriors will keep a silent vigil for one night after receiving their warrior name. This way, they can accept and respect it. Third, a cat cannot be made deputy without having mentored at least one apprentice. This way they have experience first. And lastly, the deputy will become Clan leader when the leader dies or retires. After the death or retirement of the deputy, the new deputy must be chosen before moonhigh. This ensures we will always have leadership."

Terror
"But what if both the leader and deputy die at once?"

"...................." Shadowpelt had no idea.



(You got me there.)

Shadowclaw
"We make sure that never happens."

"Yes. Good awnser Shadowclaw."

Shadowclaw smiled.

"Next, A gathering of all four Clans is held at the full moon during a truce that lasts for the night. There shall be no fighting among Clans at this time. Otherwise, Starclan will cover the moon and the gathering will be over."