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Welcome to FrostBound! We are a semi-realistic roleplay site featuring hyenas, lions, and wolves in a frigid land that has been stuck in an eternal winter for as long as anyone can remember. Legend says that it wasn't always this way; that once, the lands stretched in verdant beauty as far as the eye can see. Many doubt if the stories are true, for this is all they have ever known, but some places are shrouded by an old magic that still leaves them lush, and leaves the mind wondering. Could it be true? Is there hope for a world other than the ice and snow they have adapted to? Only time will tell, as you make your own story and unearth the secrets hidden by generations.

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SEASON — Fall (October, Y1)

The approach of fall means the coming of winter. Snow begins to fall more frequently, and there is usually a thin layer of ice crusting over the world. The trees grow dormant, and FrostBound's inhabitants prepare for the harshest time of the year.

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CANIDAE
3 ♂ 3 ♀ 6 Σ Amargo Wilds
2 ♂ 5 ♀ 7 Σ Jattar Peaks
0 ♂ 0 ♀ 0 Σ Taneso Shallows
14 ♂ 12 ♀ 26 Σ Rogue

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2 ♂ 4 ♀ 6 Σ Iorath's Tears
6 ♂ 11 ♀ 17 Σ Orusa Caverns
0 ♂ 0 ♀ 0 Σ Sivrei Thicket
4 ♂ 7 ♀ 11 Σ Rogue

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1 ♂ 1 ♀ 2 Σ Chepari Sands
3 ♂ 6 ♀ 9 Σ Erraria Ruins
0 ♂ 5 ♀ 5 Σ Rogue

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FrostBound

Feb 1st — Congratulations to our February OTM winners: Hinter with PoTM, Wolfgang with CoTM, and Plymouth and Poe in Raise Your Voice with ToTM! We also will be dropping a big site event/BWP soon, so keep your eyes peeled for that!

Jan 24th — The winners of the banner contest have been announced! Congratulations to our winner, Ruth! Please take a few minutes to fill out our site survey. We have a big event coming soon, so keep your eyes open for that!

Jan 7th — Chepari Sands has disbanded and is available for claiming. Please make certain that you meet all requirements before attempting to claim or contest a claim.

Jan 6th — Happy New Year's, everyone! We have compiled a list of updates which can be found here.

Dec 20th — At the request of some artists, we have extended the banner contest once more. Entries will be accepted through January 3rd. Additionally, Iorath's Tears has disbanded and is available for claiming.

Dec 11th — Hello all! We have extended the banner contest until December 20th, so please consider contributing. In other news, Amargo Wilds has disbanded and is available for claiming. Please make certain that you meet all requirements before attempting to claim or contest a claim. In the spirit of the holidays, we have opened up advent calendar signups, so make sure you sign up to recieve all the fun prizes to come!

Dec 5th — Most of our contests have concluded and we want to thank everyone who has participated. Our banner contest is ending soon and we're hoping for a few more entries! Also as the holidays approach we have some surprises in store for everyone so be on the lookout for some announcements soon!

Nov 18th — Thank you everyone for a smooth transition to opening and all your patience in helping us work out the kinks! We have some very exciting information and contests for you guys, so be sure to take a look at our site announcement!

Nov 15th — Welcome back, Frosties! We are happy to announce the GRAND OPENING of FrostBound! Feel free to start applying your characters for acceptance. If you find anything out of place, missing, or confusing, please don't hesitate to contact the staff team. We are still troubleshooting the Account Switcher, and hope to have it fully functioning very soon, but we will keep the quick login handy to use until that time comes. Keep your eyes peeled for information soon to come about how you can become one of FrostBound's first group leaders!

Nov 6th — Hello FrostBoundians! While we are not fully open yet, we are now allowing account registration so you guys can start getting your profiles ready. Some profile fields may be adjusted slightly before opening, so be sure to double check that your info is still correct when do open. We ask that you do not make any threads or posts around the site just yet, as it will impact our ability to complete final touches. Please be aware that at this time, the Account Switcher plugin does not work; we have a fix hopefully underway, but in the meantime, we've included a quick login bar to more easily switch accounts. When registering your account, please be careful and make sure you correctly select IC or OOC under the Join a Group section. If you have any questions or find any bugs in your account creation, please don't hesitate to let us know!
Jan 6th — Tensions rise as Tsvesti challenges Raxka for Chepari Sands. Raxka manages to keep her throne, despite her failed attempt to take back former member Ira from Erraria Ruins. Iorath Tear's is claimed by new king Oberon after winning his contest to Crixus's claim. The two males have decided to rule together, with Crixus becoming the heir. Orusa Caverns is bustling with excitement over the two upcoming litters from Narcissa and Titania. Iorath's Tears also has its own litter coming from member Pandora. In addition to these events, two new groups, Taneso Shallows and Sivrei Thicket, are open for claim. Who will step up to become the new leaders in FrostBound?

Dec 15th — Summer has arrived, and with it, we see new leaders on the rise. Amargo Wilds has been found mysteriously empty, and after a battle between Alizabeth and Lycurgis, we find Alizabeth Valentine at the helm. Wolfgang of Orusa Caverns has made the trekk to Crystal Isle, seeking approval from the deities.

Dec 5th — The last three groups have been claimed. In the west, Jattar Peaks is being led by Indira while to the southeast Orusa Caverns is being ruled by Wolfgang. The final group, Erraria Ruins has been taken over by the High Matriarch Nevada. With all territories established how long will the peace amongst all leaders last?

Nov 22nd — Leaders have risen to guide the creatures of FrostBound, taking the helm of the groups that have been mysteriously empty until now. In the east, Grimoire has taken charge of Amargo Wilds. To the north, Raxka has conquered Chepari Sands. And in the south, we find Jinn at the helm of Iorath's Tears. Time stands to tell who will join them.
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entry lands [-]

3 THREADS - 25 POSTS
Windbreak

Windbreak is primarily used as a forum for new and rogue characters to find a home. Only rogues, leaders, and high council ranks may post in this forum.

The most northern point of the land and the entrance to FrostBound. As the name suggests, Windbreak is protected from strong western winds by a tall shelf of snow covered rock. Little grows here and the land is flat and barren, aside from those who might pass through, looking for a home.

COUNT MISTAKES ! by Wolfgang on Feb 24th, 09:20 PM
 



CANIDAE [-]

9 THREADS - 33 POSTS
Amargo Wilds

Sitting on the periphery of wolf country, Amargo Wilds takes in a wide swathe of Rime Forest. Within hearing distance of lion country however, the Wilds is at most risk of conflict with their feline neighbours. With the Jarl River at their Western boundary, they have also claimed a cave for their communal area which looks out onto the water. The protection of the forest provides much for the Wilds, including shelter and plant growth.
zakuska by Anika on Feb 19th, 09:02 AM
 

9 THREADS - 50 POSTS
Jattar Peaks

With a picturesque view overlooking Glacier Lake, Jattar Peaks is one of the largest mountain ranges in wolf country. With the lowlands running alongside Bitterwind Estuary, the wolves have plenty of access to fresh water and any fish that find themselves trapped in the river end. A jumble of large boulders marks the boundary on the southern aspect of the peaks, allowing an ideal vantage point for scouts. Within the peaks themselves, a large cave serves as a communal pack area, with a series of tunnels and caves in the mountains providing private living areas and cool food caches.
inside out by Athena on Feb 18th, 03:07 PM
 

1 THREADS - 1 POSTS
Taneso Shallows

Hidden away in the northern reaches, deep within wolf territory, Taenso Shallows is located in a shallow valley. Almost as if Asmund scooped up a pawful of snow and earth to lob at his siblings as a prank. A stream, which eventually empties into the mighty Jarl winds its way through the territory's heart. It never freezes over; some heat at its source keeps it flowing even in the depths of winter. Trees stud the area. About midway down the valley, the stream tumbles over a series of cascades, never falling more than a wolf length in one drop. The rock formation that the water steps down has a series of caves to the east of the stream. There, the biggest one serves as both communal den and meeting place when the winter storms turn the world white.
Taneso Shallows by FrostBound on Jan 1st, 02:37 AM
 

2 THREADS - 15 POSTS
Howling Tunnels

The most western point of the Lake is home to a series of icy tunnels through the Glacier, the traditional gathering point for the wolves. It can be reached by crossing the lake, or skirting a tricky path around Jattar Peaks. The same crystals adorning Crystal Isle can be found in the echoing tunnels, which seem to glow in the dim underground light.
Never
 

11 THREADS - 63 POSTS
Boreal Heights

Once the lands begin to level out, the Boreal Heights roll out as far as the eye can see. As the name suggests, the forest consists mainly of Boreal trees which do not shed their leaves in fall. The effect is a somewhat spooky, dense, icy forest that muffles the footsteps. Several species of prey can be found among the boughs, but one could just as easily mistake the shadows moving in the forest as something ghoulish.
Melting like Ice … by Alabaster on Feb 28th, 11:23 PM
 

11 THREADS - 55 POSTS
Deep Arctic

The Western quarter of FrostBound is dominated by the Deep Arctic. The flat plains of snow and ice are for the most part open to the elements with sparse tree cover to the north and south. There are parts of the Deep Arctic that are treacherous, so tread carefully over this frozen wasteland.
Threat of Wolves by Alabaster on Feb 28th, 10:08 PM
 

13 THREADS - 62 POSTS
Rime Forest

The Deep Arctic gives way in the South to a mighty forest of pine, cedar, fir and spruce. The coniferous forest is also home to a wide variety of plants that thrive in shady areas. In winter, Rime forest creates natural shelter among its needled branches. This band of forest carpets the mighty mountains to the east all the way westward up the Jarl River to Bitterwind Estuary.
the world continu… by Myrcella on Feb 23rd, 12:00 PM
 



FELIDAE [-]

4 THREADS - 12 POSTS
Iorath's Tears

In spite of its close proximity to wolf country, the fabled Iorath's Tears waterfall and pool are home to the western pride of lions. Ringed with mountain ranges and open only to flat ground in the south, the valley is protected largely from the worst of the weather and has access to the Greenwood's further south. A crevice in the mountain behind the waterfall opens into a wider communal den area, hidden entirely from the rest of the territory.
Masqueraded Musin… by Oberon on Feb 17th, 11:12 PM
 

27 THREADS - 131 POSTS
Orusa Caverns

The Eastern pride of lions are protected from the weather by the large system of caves they call home. Close to the thundering rapids at the end of Jarl River and the Eastern edge of the Greenwood, the Caverns sit atop an underground thermal spring. The flat roof of the main cavern soon disappears further back into the mountains behind and intrepid Cavern explorers might find an exit passage that leads out into the Opal Caverns eventually.
Tiny Adventures v… by Wolfgang on Mar 5th, 05:13 AM
 

2 THREADS - 2 POSTS
Sivrei Thicket

Located to the south of the river, encased by Greenwood is a rich territory known as Sivrei Thicket. Here, the dense forest thins into a series of glades, all tumbling downslope. Several of them have clear water pools, all spring fed. The peak of the slope, in the territory's northeast, is crowned by several large boulders - monoliths, really - strewn about like oddly shaped marbles. Several form little shelters and overhangs, including the biggest which has a broad bench of stone that covers the meeting area. To the southwest, as Sivrei Thicket nears the Tar Lands, the springs become progressively warmer. It culminates in the last few being a combination of geysers and mineral hot springs which feed a small but impressive series of terraces. The geysers and springs are far more active in the winter when the melting snow causes the water table to vary greatly. They slow in the summer, going from twice a day to once every other day. The springs themselves are too hot to bathe in but the pools upon the lower terraces are just right. You can often find pride members relaxing there.
Trim Him of His B… by Cassiopeia on Feb 4th, 09:36 AM
 

7 THREADS - 63 POSTS
Roaring Pass

From the river, a winding path leads up onto the Plateau, taking in the sights of the mountains ahead. At most parts, the pass is a twisting labyrinth until it widens into the Pass traditionally used for lions to gather. The pass is more level and can accommodate a large gathering in its roughly circular walls.
diamante by Sombra on Feb 10th, 02:01 AM
 

5 THREADS - 18 POSTS
Tar-lands

South of the fork created by the River Jarl are the Tar-Lands. As the name suggests, the tarry ground that makes up these lands is dangerous and very little grows here, with the chance of geysers erupting high. Pockets of tar act as traps for unsuspecting prey and could make an easy meal, but the predator is just as susceptible to the sticky, clinging substance.
Sunflower by Abraham on Dec 24th, 06:52 PM
 

34 THREADS - 238 POSTS
Greenwood

Kept more temperate than the majority of the mountain slopes, Greenwood’s forest floor rarely sees snow. The evergreen trees keep their healthy green colour all year round, and once you get deep enough into the treeline it doesn’t seem as bitterly cold as it does outside. The secret is thermal veins running deep under the ground, and it isn’t uncommon to come across a warm, bubbling stream, burst free from a rock or crack in the earth.
simply by Echo on Mar 4th, 12:27 PM
 

10 THREADS - 56 POSTS
Hoarfrost Spires

Before the frost bound the land, the Eastern most edges of the land look as though they were once a swamp. The increased water available in this area has resulted in a series of giant ice spires that seem to grow from the ground. Otherwise, the land is relatively flat and somewhat warmer overall than the rest of FrostBound.
Warmth for the bo… by Nala on Mar 1st, 08:20 PM
 



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8 THREADS - 48 POSTS
Chepari Sands

The northern hyenas call the protected little Cove next to Avalanche Bay home. A large icy cave provides shelter for the clan, which overlooks the bay and the sandy cove below. With a small amount of woodland cover at the edge of Sindarin Beach, the isolation of Chepari Sands provides the feeling of sanctuary.
Left behind by Solstice on Mar 3rd, 06:54 PM
 

10 THREADS - 95 POSTS
Erraria Ruins

The Southern hyena clan take up residence in the Permafrost Lowlands, among the dusty ruins of rock formations that once stood proud. Its close proximity to the river and protection from the Great Tundra further north are beneficial. The clan have tunnelled under a ruin that has fallen like an archway, providing protection to the communal den area.
worry ;; by Nevada on Mar 7th, 07:33 PM
 

4 THREADS - 42 POSTS
Cackling Crest

One of the smaller mountains in the high mountain Range, Cackling Crest is so named for its traditional use by hyena clans as a meeting place. The Crest overlooks a waterfall to its South and is nestled among other peaks, allowing for good acoustics for the cackling clans.
lay down like a n… by Marshal on Feb 18th, 05:09 PM
 

9 THREADS - 93 POSTS
The Great Tundra

The North East quarter is home to the Great Tundra - a forested expanse of hills and open plains where tough grassland grows. In warmer months, the high ground melts just enough to attract many grazing species.
before the season… by Sable on Mar 7th, 01:56 AM
 

0 THREADS - 0 POSTS
The Frozen Sea

North East of the Great Tundra, landmass stops and the Ice takes over. The Frozen Sea, so named because the sheet ice formed on top is so thick that it is an almost permanently solid structure, is perfect seal hunting grounds. The breathing holes created in the ice do little to destabilize it and the ice is almost considered safe to walk on.
Never
 

3 THREADS - 9 POSTS
Avalanche Bay

Overlooked by the cliffs on the western face of the land, Avalanche Bay is a relatively shallow expanse of water beneath the ice that covers it. The Jarl River empties out into the bay, keeping the area close to the land relatively free of ice and a somewhat chilly place to cross the Bay.
walking after mid… by Marshal on Feb 18th, 05:30 PM
 



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15 THREADS - 72 POSTS
Jarl River

From its humble origins in the Frigid Springs comes the mighty Jarl River, a large body of water that divides the land in many directions. With a distinct branch that curves around the Tar-Lands in an eastern direction and into the forested lands of the west, the Jarl River is not a force to be reckoned with. It is possible to swim across sections of the River, but be warned - it is not to be underestimated.
whale hunting by Alabaster on Feb 18th, 05:22 PM
 

8 THREADS - 28 POSTS
Highmountain

Dominating the center of FrostBound, Highmountain and the numerous peaks surrounding it are an impressive sight to behold. The range is visible from almost anywhere in the lands and provides an ideal point of reference to orientate travelers. The mountains themselves are not easy to traverse and footing can be dangerous if one strays too far from the mountain passes.
vice by Wolfgang on Mar 6th, 08:58 PM
 

8 THREADS - 19 POSTS
Frostbite Plateau

South of Jarl River, Frostbite Plateau stands tall over the Tar-Lands that are further south. The Plateau itself is home to many peaks and cliffs, as well as a large swathe of forest. Roaring Pass and the ice bridge are the only ways up onto the Plateau.
Chalk Outline. by Satchel on Feb 27th, 11:40 PM
 

16 THREADS - 68 POSTS
Glacier Lake

West of Windbreak is the great inland Glacier Lake, a substantial body of water that only partially freezers in the winter months, making crossing the water precarious but possible. The waters are cold and clear and can make for good fishing grounds, when the lake is not shrouded in fog. There is a spiritual aura about the lake, especially towards the center.
asunder by Tsvesti on Mar 3rd, 10:01 AM
 

26 THREADS - 129 POSTS
The Wilds

The northern mountains create a small pocket of flat ground where tangled woodland has grown. The Wilds are not easy to travel through, with densely packed trees and bramble bushes growing among the boughs, but it is the most direct route through the north mountains.
replenishment by Faevyre on Feb 18th, 12:47 PM
 



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