Definitions in the game. What does the name of a Caern mean?

Names are given and will change during the history of the Caern. Any major event could trigger a change in name, a new totem, a famous event, a change of leadership or tribe members. Generally though names of Caerns are very old, and the Galliards sing of the origins of these names proudly.

Caern - The title Caern is given to a name when the position of the Caern is open and will gladly accept new comers and visitors other than Silent Striders. Caerns like this often have Garou from mixed tribes. They often also deal with inter tribal disputes. This only describes the mood of the Caern during it's naming process, and often Caerns become closed to visitors. These Caerns are most often prone to Wyrm attacks but often have plenty of Garou willing to come to their aid. These Caerns are often large and gain power quite easily due to the influx of Garou.

Sept - Often these Caerns are normally formed from a single tribe and are often solitary or even 'hidden' with the Rite of the hidden glade'. They do not offer memberships out freely, and some even refuse Silent Striders visitation rights. If the Caern is hidden it is difficult for the Wyrm to locate and attack the Caern, so they are the easiest of Caerns to defend. Often Septs are small but can cause resentment among other Garou when large and powerful Caerns are given Sept status.