What is a StormCat?

There are no real interpretations of what the description "StormCat" really means. If you were to ask a common person what a StormCat was, an image of a cat-like creature with lightning powers may come to mind.

Unfortunately, the species is considered unknown, and the term "StormCat" is not used properly. Other than being cats, creatures who are called such, are not considered members of the feline kingdom, (Felidae)

because they do not share genetics or lineage with those of the "Cat Family." (lions, tigers, etc.) However they do share some common or identifiable physical traits, such as long ears, fur coat, a lengthy body and a very long tail.


So for example, one might consider the modern Cheetah to be a StormCat, it is the fastest "land animal" on Earth, and is thought to wield the power of super speed, however the cheetah lacks some key features, and in general cannot be classified as a StormCat.



So... What is a StormCat?


It is a realistic fictional cat-like species created by StormyKnight. She created the first StormCat known as "Shocky," and is responsible for the character's personality, design and back story, as well as the development of the StormCat species. 

Shocky is most commonly recognized in art form and as a virtual character in a role-play game called "Feral Heart."


So what qualifies a character as a StormCat?
The two main qualities of the StormCats are the physical appearance and the Lore of the species. A legendary species that all have the same physical traits:

Cheetah-like anatomy, long ears, fur coat, five toes, a very long tail, wind feathers and no genitalia.
As a brief summary of their Lore, StormCats are immortal beings that can harness and manipulate energy in various ways, granting them special powers and physical capabilities, such as super speed, flight or elemental powers. Originating from a galaxy far away, StormCats were created by an Ancient One, as guardians who help bring balance and peace to the galaxy. StormCats are a universal species and can be found anywhere in the universe.


To read more about the series of events that led to to creation of Shocky and the StormCats, visit the Time Line and Lore section here.


It wasn't until the year "2017" that StormyKnight has allowed for her StormCats to be an open species, and anyone is invited to create one by following the character creation guides here.




Concept Disclaimer


StormCats are an open species developed by and copyrighted to StormyKnightShe is the creator of the StormCat character: Shocky.

StormCats are considered an unknown species. However, the term "StormCats" is used by other online sources. StormCats are independent from and do not lay claim over any other concepts, therefore, uses of the term "StormCats" can apply to description of creatures or ideas not associated with this specific species. So it is best to assume not every instance or use of the term "StormCats" refers to Alisa's StormCats.

However we would like to state as a fair warning, that the use of this description for other similar concepts can cause confusion and/or conflict, especially with circles who are familiar with Shocky's character and the species it belongs to.

YouTube: FeralHeart- MV Closer. Starring FireFlash and Shocky the StormCats

StormCats do not share lineage

with members of the Feline Family (Felidae)

Shocky the StormCat