Neverland is quite the sight to behold, if you're ever fortunate enough to visit. It consists of one main island, surrounded by a deep, unforgiving sea. The beaches are warm year round, which is why the pirates set up town on the western front. Encircling the beach is an inclining forest. The pirates dare not enter the forest on their own; for they know they will either spend the rest of their days hopelessly wondering, or become prey for one of Neverland's mysterious predators. There is a path through the forest, but I wouldn't recommend following it for too long.
If you do, however, you will eventually come across a split in the 'road'. If you stray north, you will find yourself in Indian Territory. If you are discovered, they will take you prisoner and either burn you at the stake, or scalp you. It sounds almost cliché, but considering what the pirates would do to a trespasser, the Indians are harmless. If you decided not to venture north, but instead keep heading east, you may come across children. Dirty children, with paint smeared across their faces, and daggers in hand. Leading this rouge gang is the notorious Peter Pan. If faced with an enemy (mostly pirates) they will humiliate and torture with a technique all of their own.
There is no path leading south into the forest. This is the direction where predominantly the mythical creatures dwell. Yes, that includes the fairies. There are also structures in this part of the forest where all are welcomed to worship at. That is, if travelers do not become entranced by the magical creatures (or hunted).
Is all of this too much for you? Don't worry. Before you make your final decision on which way to go, there is a guide you can ask for advice from. Where the road splits is the highest geographical spot on the island. And it is on that exact spot, the tallest tree is planted. It is the oldest living tree in Neverland as well. And constructed high above the ground, mingled in the thick branches, is a sturdy tree house. This is where our guide lives. She a girl who looks no older than fourteen, but do not be fooled. She is the best friend of Peter Pan, caretaker of the Lost Boys, and the least remembered character of the numerous stories. She was born on Neverland, and she will one day die on Neverland. The sun rises and sets on the beaches of the enchanted island on her command. The magical creatures look to her as mother, and the Indians pray to her as a god. The Lost Boys beg for the power of flight at her floating feet, and the pirates beg for mercy at the end of her sharp sword.
Her name is Katharine, although the Lost Boys (including the one and only Pan) call her simply Kat. She stands at the same height as Peter (5"7) and is equally matched at sword fighting, flying, story telling, and treasure hunting. She has long flowing black hair, but she usually ties it up in the back. She is always clothed in worn out Capri pants and a plain white shirt. On her belt loop she welds a sword to rival Pan's. As his is pure golden with a morning bird engraved on the handle, Kat's is ivory with a crocodile engraving.
Katharine tolerates mostly everyone. She heals the animals in need, no matter how beastly. Kat helps harvest the Indians' crops whenever they are short handed. She will even help the occasional stray pirate find his way home. The only creature she has ever encountered which whom she didn't want to help is the loud, obnoxious…. Wendy-bird!
How do you like it so far? This is just to paint the scenery and introduce my new character. Please review and tell me if I'm on the right start!
Oh, and of course I do not own Peter Pan, or the idea of 'Neverland', or any other character that may be mentioned in this fic (and future continuing fics) that was mentioned in any Peter Pan movies. Just gotta cover all of my bases…