Moon of Innistrad
The moon is a controversial entity in Innistrad: Source of hope and a harbinger of misfortune at the same time. Many wise astronomers believe the moon is a vast desert made of pure silver, and all the silver in Innistrad comes from the moon. The priests and Cathars know the special power that blessed silver has, on werewolves and also on other horrors, so the moon has been associated with the divine power of Archangel Avacyn.
Some even believe to sight a heron form in the dark and bright areas of the moon Innistrad, so with the time the heron has become the symbol of Avacyn. But the full moon can also slow the protection magic, and generate effects as terrifying as the transformation of the werewolves. Innistrad moon, the "silver fickle" moon, seems to serve humanity as well as carrying out the worst evils and nightmares in the face of the plane.
Humans have given names to the different positions of the moon, because apparently, it has a strange influence on the world, from the changing seasons to the strength or weakness of certain magical powers and species.
The Harvest Moon
Represents autumn in Innistrad, a huge orange/red blood moon hanging in the night sky. The days are much shorter, the weather cools with the passing of days and the woods are full of vibrant colors. This station is where the vampires are believed to reach the fullness of his power. The fires are common during harvest time when farmers come to work late, even after sunset.
Some believe the fires keep away the vampires ...
Hunter's Moon
Represents the middle of the winter in Innistrad. The cold air never leaves and the apex of the sun remains always on the horizon. This is the longest season of the plane, and is the time when food is scarce. Hunters must venture into the jungle in search of their food, which determines the best time when various atrocities are encouraged to attack humans.
Some believe that this Moon is the one that empowers the werewolves, based on increased attacks of these abominations in towns and roads.
New Moon
This station is the closest to the spring in Innistrad, but in turn the shortest of all. The days are longer and the sun is shining, though still pale in comparison to other planes. Forests grow and revitalize, perhaps for that, all human beings consider this stage of the Moon as the "new life and birth" stage.
Babies born under the tutelage of "New Moon" are considered sacred and is believed to have a better chance to reach the Blessed Sleep.