ThunderClan: Life Before 2020's Fire

[RedHead]

Of course Duskfeather had already been out on patrol. Of course she had plans to go train her apprentice later. Flintstar had deducted that Duskfeather was quite a hard worker around the clan, something he admired as well as respected. But he'd also deducted that she was insistent on reminding him to stay healthy. Something that he didn't respect and admire as much. It's not that he didn't want to be healthy, Flintstar just didn't like to be in a place where other cats had to remind him to do something so easy, something he should be doing anyways.
"You ask me to nap.... Never heard that one before." He chuckled lightly, trying to diffuse some of the tension. Not that she was putting off any, Flintstar just felt slightly intimidated. Which was weird, he never felt intimidated. He wanted to argue, he didn't have time for napping. But, he could also feel the tiredness gnawing at him, the edges of his vision swimming with exhaustion. "Hmmmmmm...... Fine. But only until sunhigh." He finally agreed, leveling Duskfeather with a look. "Just until sunhigh so I don't rot." He emphasized the word, casting Duskfeather an annoyed look, though it was lighthearted, as the tom truly wasn't very annoyed. Sleep would be good. Maybe. If he wasn't haunted by any nightmares of raids, flashing claws, and bloody teeth.... Yeah.... probably shouldn't think about that.

hxneysuckle

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The tom's worried look instantly vanished. These were questions he could answer easily. These were the types of questions he needed, to help him think that he knew what in Starclan he was doing. "Of course Owlwatcher. You've proved yourself as a loyal member of Thunderclan many times over, you're actually helping me by being willing and able to be a battle party leader." He gave a genuine smile to the tom, thankful Owlwatcher didn't see the job as too daunting. Flintstar was worried some of his battle party leaders might think that.
And that second question, Flintstar had a ready answer for. "Every day won't be necessary, we don't want to tire out our clan too much, we're already doing increased patrolling. But I would like you to have frequent battle training sessions, whenever you see fit to do so. And you are also encouraged to check up on those in your party and make sure they are using extra time they have to practice on their own or with their apprentice." Flintstar then paused, glancing at Owlwatcher and giving a flick of his tail. "Does that make sense?"

Shimm

[lio]

[ RedHead ]

"Good," Duskfeather said, allowing a smile to curl at her lips. "Buckbranch can care for the Clan while you are napping, as well as all of the senior warriors. We will be fine without our leader for a little while." She stifled the thoughts of distrust towards the current deputy, not wishing to stress Flintstar out any more. That would be a topic for another time. She chuckled at his mock annoyance and rolled her eyes. As much as she wanted to watch and make sure he would do as he had agreed, she knew to allow him personal space despite her worries. So, with a nod of her head, the Torbie made her way back to the entrance of the den, then turned to the leader once more. "I will have my apprentice bring you some prey so you may eat after your nap. Rest well," Duskfeather mewed, giving a flick of her tail and casting a smile toward Flintstar before slipping out of the den to allow him to nap in peace.

[Kitty Mama]

Challenge accepted, rang in Mintfrost's mind as he stalked from the Highbranch to gather the battle party in the clearing. He wasn't going to be shouting everyone's names into the crowd, there was already too much confusion to be Flintstar's echo. "Second battle party warriors and apprentices, over here!" he said instead, joining Minktail near the sidelines of the camp. He waited a moment for cats before clearing his throat to remind them, "We have a task to do, and we won't let Flintstar down. So battle training..." His gaze scanned over the group, quietly calculating. "We're getting started right away. The first group will consist of Tigerdawn, Foxpaw, and Sharpclaw. Second group is Snowflakedust, Minktail, and Hazelpaw. Third group: Foxbound, Duskpaw, and Swifthare. Bumblestep and Blossomclaw, take your apprentices with you and train. I will be in the last group with my apprentice, Alderstripe, and Amberpaw." Mintfrost paused for a moment as if waiting for any protests to arise from the group, then gave a decisive nod. "Report to me when you're finished with the session, we have much more to do and there's no time to waste."

[ For easy reference, here are the battle groups! Please depart immediately, no need to reply to this post :heartbounce:
Tigerdawn Tundra, Foxpaw touka, and Sharpclaw touka
Snowflakedust Silhouettes, Minktail Fuzzy, and Hazelpaw Yelloweye
Foxbound RedHead, Duskpaw Spiritjumps, and Swifthare RuinsNight
Blossomclaw Pepperkins, Raccoonpaw Sharp moon, Bumblestep, |+Tired Rose Child+|
Mintfrost Kitty Mama, Herringpaw |+Tired Rose Child+|, Alderstripe .:Raven:., Amberpaw |+Tired Rose Child+| ]

[RuinsNight]

Swifthare-nods-and-looks-over-at-foxbound-"lets-get-going-then-you-all-better-keep-up-though-I-ain't-slowing-down-cause-you-all-do-not-stretch-your-legs-enough"-she-walks-towards-the-entrance-of-camp-atleast-waiting-for-them-by-the-entrance
RedHead

(do-not-mind-the-dashes-I-got-a-broken-spacebar)

[Wings]

Swifthare-nods-and-looks-over-at-foxbound-"lets-get-going-then-you-all-better-keep-up-though-I-ain't-slowing-down-cause-you-all-do-not-stretch-your-legs-enough"-she-walks-towards-the-entrance-of-camp-atleast-waiting-for-them-by-the-entrance
RedHead

(do-not-mind-the-dashes-I-got-a-broken-spacebar)

Duskpaw stretched her legs from sitting through the meeting. She looked at the other cat besides Foxbound. I believe her name is Swifthare. Duskpaw was deep in her mind about the other cat before she shook her head a little. "I'm ready." The new apprentice was ready to prove herself as a loyal clan member. She was already feeling loyal to her new clan.

[ RedHead ]

[RuinsNight]

Duskpaw stretched her legs from sitting through the meeting. She looked at the other cat besides Foxbound. I believe her name is Swifthare. Duskpaw was deep in her mind about the other cat before she shook her head a little. "I'm ready." The new apprentice was ready to prove herself as a loyal clan member. She was already feeling loyal to her new clan.

[ RedHead ]

Swifthare-shakes-some-dirt-off-her-fur-waiting-for-foxbound-to-be-ready-to-leave-her-tail-flicking-and-her-ears-perked-up-to-listen-around-camp-she-was-not-the-best-at-group-work-cause-the-fact-she-liked-to-be-alone-but-she-would-do-group-work-for-the-clan-anyday
(do-not-mind-my-broken-space-bar-is-the-reason-for-the-dashes)

[Sweetie]

Owlwatcher smiled at the tom, Yes, that makes sense." Pausing for a moment before talking to Flintstar once again, "So I'm thinking of doing training every other day and to split my group into two. I'll be in one group, then go to the other. Just to make sure that everything is running smoothly." The brown tom looked past his leader, thinking about all the battle training he received and how he'll teach and help his clan-mates now.. Snapping out of his trace he turned his gaze to Flintstar, "Once, again, thank you for trusting me." Smiling as he gave a respectful nod.
Before going out he had one more question to ask, "Are you okay?"
RedHead

[RedHead]

Okay, this was a little out of line. Flintstar listened to Buckbranch speak, he'd promised to do that at least. But now all of this was his fault? Green eyes narrowing, Flintstar took in a deep breath, trying to keep his cool. The clan didn't need to see him create a scene because his deputy was being stupid. And whiny. "Sounds like you're the only one complaining though, Buckbranch." Flintstar meowed, flicking his tail around the clearing to the cats busying themselves with the day's duties. "Maybe it's only you I'm pushing hard. Maybe, I know the limits of my own clan, because I care about them enough to want to warn them so they can protect themselves. Instead of just being worried about myself and my abilities to do what I need to do." He glared at Buckbranch as he said this, a direct stab at the deputy. Flintstar knew that was a little out of hand, but as soon as Buckbranch had said he was paranoid, Flintstar's anger grew. The tortoiseshell had no idea how many times he'd stayed up each night, his brain filled with images of Thunderclan's demise. He had only been doing all he could to prevent his clan from going down that path."Thunderclan can handle this, I am only trying to do what is best for them. I am not paranoid, my worries are completely reasonable." Flintstar was raising his voice now, his tone laced with anger as his tail lashed once more. "Just be glad they are actually listening to your orders." The leader meowed, his voice loud and mocking, giving Buckbranch a hard glare. His anger was fuming, rising higher, but in the back of his mind something screamed at him to stop, he'd gone too far.

Slushie

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Welp, Jaggedhawk hadn't seen Thornpaw in a while, so the tomcat just got to his paws and headed towards Duskfeather, ears perking to listen as he neared the torbie she-cat. He stood within the small group, near Icedust as he gave the white-furred she-cat a side smile.

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Hearing Songthorn's call, and having been actively looking for him after the meeting, Moonpaw bounded over to the tomcat, just in time to hear Owlwatcher deal out the separate groups they would be split into. The she-cat was excited for this, this seemed like a whole new type of battle training to her. And she couldn't wait to get started. She gave a bright smile up to her mentor, bouncing on her paws. "Do you think this is going to be fun?"
hxneysuckle

Cherrybubble had walked over to Owlwatcher, listening to the tom before she gave a nod of affirmation, glancing around at their group as she smiled slightly. The she-cat's ears then flopped downwards, her brain reminding her she had an apprentice now. And a full-grown tomcat as an apprentice, no less. She turned, glancing around the clearing before calling to him. "Shadepaw! You better get your butt over here!" She yowled across the clearing.
Dirtfur

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[Dirtfur]

Cherrybubble had walked over to Owlwatcher, listening to the tom before she gave a nod of affirmation, glancing around at their group as she smiled slightly. The she-cat's ears then flopped downwards, her brain reminding her she had an apprentice now. And a full-grown tomcat as an apprentice, no less. She turned, glancing around the clearing before calling to him. "Shadepaw! You better get your butt over here!" She yowled across the clearing.
Dirtfur

Sore- or Shadepaw- got up from his moss in the apprentices' den. He glared at the apprentices. He couldn't sleep by some of these weaklings' snorting! He clawed the moss, ears flattened to his skull. He snarled as his mentor called him over. "I'm coming, you old hag." he insulted Cherrybubble quietly, doesn't want to attract any attention for calling his mentor names. He padded into the clearing, towering over the hag, glaring her in the eyes. "What is it?" the tall apprentice meowed.

[dino.]

[ RedHead ]

"It isn't complaining if it's a legitimate concern," Buckbranch shot back, a glare finally making his muzzle twitch. "Yes, you're pushing me hard, but there's no reason to shove the rest of ThunderClan along with me!" He was going to continue speaking, but Flintstar's jab made him jerk back, jaws snapping shut with an audible clack. He stared at Flintstar for a moment, his eyes filled with hurt. Then he bared his teeth in a snarl. "You ARE being paranoid!" he roared. "You go on and on about River and Wind and Shadow! None of them have threatened you, and yet you insist on doubling patrols and forcing battle training and just generally being overbearing and controlling because of one thought that struck you in the middle of the night! I'm telling you this because I care about ThunderClan, even if they hate my guts!" His tail lashed the air behind him, preparing to go on, but yet another stab, a stab that struck deep, made him stop. The blood roared in his ears, and for a split second he thought he would hurl himself at Flintstar in a blind fury. The rage clawed at his heart. He couldn't remember the last time he had been this angry, over anything, and now he was readying himself to attack his leader. He dug his claws into the ground, carving gouges into the soil as he tried to fight off the violent urge. When he finally found himself able to speak, his voice was cold, hard, and conveyed every ounce of his ire and hatred. "ThunderClan is going to run itself into the ground," he spat, "and you are going to be too focused on everyone else around us to notice that it is your doing."

[RedHead]

“Well are they notifying me about this legitimate concern?!” Flintstar yowled back, flinging his tail in a wide arc to gesture to the clan. “The only one worried about this concern seems to be you!”
When his first jab made it to Buckbranch, Flintstar’s face flashed with a smug smile for a moment at the deputy’s reaction. But once Buckbranch started speaking it was his turn to gawk. Now all lines were being crossed, and Flintstar didn’t even care anymore. “I am anything but overbearing and controlling! I try not to be that way specifically because I don’t want my clan to be overtired and stressed out!” There were no restrictions in his volume now as his hackles were raised, green eyes full of fury and focused on Buckbranch. Who was he to tell him who he was and wasn’t as a leader? “But I guess thank goodness now you have it in you to care, would’ve liked to see that from the start!” He spat, tail lashing again, uncontrollable now that he could feel the anger rushing through all of his veins. His mind kept screaming at him to stop, they were arguing in front of the whole clan, but Flintstar couldn’t stop. He was tired, he was stressed, and Buckbranch was being a jerk. This isn’t what he needed from the tom right now. He needed support, not opposition.
Flintstar was almost scared as he saw a multitude of emotions run over Buckbranch’s face before the deputy spat out more harsh words at him. Somewhere in Flintstar whispered you deserved that, for what you said to him. But the other parts just flared with anger. This was not how a deputy should talk to their leader. The black-furred tomcat rose to his full height, ears pressed flat against his head. “Well you know what? That’s fine. Maybe we’ll just both be traitorous idiots who run a clan. At least that’ll give you all the excuse you need to be selfish.” His voice was loud enough to hear but it held a quiet anger to it as he glared Buckbranch down, green eyes hard and clearly telling the other tom to get out of his sight before Flintstar did something truly terrible. With his state of mind, added in with anger, who knew what he was capable of. Flintstar really didn’t want to know.

Slushie

[nykyrian]

Tinykit ran into the elders den panting and terrified ( open)
Please someone

[nykyrian]

"Ah... M-maybe that's not the best... We should go tell someone..."
" Who would we tell?" She asked the other kit confusion on her face

[lio]

[ RedHead Shimm touka Ever vermin WaywardAngel Dirtfur ]

Songthorn gave a thin smile in Moonpaw's direction, glad that she arrived so quickly. "Depends what your idea of fun is," he replied to her, glancing toward Owlwatcher with a nod. His tail twitched and he waited for the party to head out, eyes scanning the camp.

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[ RedHead vermin Fuzzy SilentLamb Heartstruck touka Silhouettes Shadowsight rascalcats Solstice_X ]
[ Clone 1]

Duskfeather greeted Jaggedhawk with a nod and a smile, then looked toward Lionwhisker. "I will explain once more have gathered," she stated, pupils narrowing. Where was her apprentice? If he didn't show his former-kittypet butt soon, he'd never get his first training session! She sighed and shook her head, tail thumping against the ground impatiently.

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[ Clone 2 ]

Duskfeather watched as the argument continued, having finished her meal. She had nothing else to do, and so she shook her head with a sigh. "I'll just go wait in the leader's den for him," the Torbie mumbled to herself, standing and stretching before spinning on her paws and walking to Flintstar's den. It was hard telling when the argument would end, but from what she had observed, it'd be likely for Flintstar to retreat to his den once they were finished. And so she would wait.

[lio]

[ RedHead ]
[ Back again lmao ]

Duskfeather didn't bother calling into the den before she slipped inside, knowing Flintstar was still arguing with Buckbranch in the clearing. She cleared her throat, making sure she could speak clearly once he arrived, and sat down in the center of the den. The Torbie's ears angled towards the entrance, tail tapping lightly against the floor as she waited. Her suggestion rang in her mind, repeating itself again and again so she would not forget a single piece of information. And so, she waited for Flintstar's familiar face to appear, staring at the entrance expectantly.

[touka]

Gazing at icedust[ Fuzzy ] he nodded with a smile and gleam in his eyes . " are we sparring first or are we having apprentices go first ?" he asked her. Then he looked over at all the others then at dustpaw [ touka ] "isn't this exciting ??" he grinned. " alright everyone you heard the lady! Let's get this started " he shouted in an encouraging booming voice .
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"ya it is" he said happly

[FuzzyRatto]

" Who would we tell?" She asked the other kit confusion on her face

"One of the mothers. Or Buckbranch. Or one of the warriors."

[Silhouettes]

.:Raven:.

Snowflakedust was pretty bored around now. She hadn't done anything exciting in a good while. And she wasn't one to constantly want interesting and riveting things and such, in fact she found it quite draining. But with all the drama going on with all the other clans, Thunderclan seemed to be just... there. Nothing was really happening lately. A small frown was visible on her face. She just didn't know what to do. Maybe hunting, or she could
volunteer for a patrol, or maybe... A sigh escaped her lungs as she couldn't think of any ideas. She was sitting upright as usual, her tail neatly tucked over her paws. The molly wasn't one for slouching and stuff, so her back was straight as always.

Slitted orbs scanning the clearing. She was usually a quiet feline, never talking to others unless she had to. But this... growing boredom festering in the back of her mind made her rethink such things. Carefully getting to her paws, her mitts delicately maneuvered through the camp. The molly wasn't quite sure what she was doing, but nonetheless she was doing something. Only a couple of seconds into seeking out whatever, she felt her thoughts shoot back into her mind and spread like wildfire. Why was she just waltzing around camp? And what did she expect, someone to just go up to her and talk to her? She had the reputation of a quiet and reserved cat, one who never really got into conversations, and here she was expecting someone to approach her. How stupid of her.

So lost in the raging storms of her own mind, she never realized when she went on autopilot and resumed weaving her was through the clearing. Only when she felt her frame collide with another did she snap back into it. The shock of the impact made her practically jump out of her splotched coat. Carefully scrambling to her feet, a concerned look was shot at the tom. He was bigger than he, she she doubted he could've gotten hurt by the incident. Not knowing quite what to do in this situation, Snowflakedust stood there awkwardly for a few heartbeats. Are you ok?" She finally squeaked. She winced slightly at her voice. She hadn't talked in a while, so of course her vocal cords weren't in the best condition. But oh well, what was important was the condition of the cat she literally just bumped into.

[smolcat23]

The kit was ushered out of the nursery by her mother,not knowing what was going on

[Ever]

Dustbreeze nodded. It would be interesting to do a large group batle training, but that would be good for her apprentice Leopardpaw. They had already done some good work on battle defense and planning the correct attacks. She was excited for the apprentice to show off what she knew.

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[tye]

[catching uppp-!]

His eyes twinkled, what a quick witted feline. It usually takes a long time before some cat response to him or they just walk away. "Many questions but all can wait for now..," his voice was overlapped by some shouting cats. He quickly spun around to see the leader publicly at it with another cat! What a show. "Excuse me, dear Duskfeather. But, who is that fellow over there?" the tom's gaze focused solely on what's going on, not even breaking sight to glance at his mentor. He imagined the two big cats clashing at each other, blood spraying in the air as they batter each other down like the savages they are and standing proudly on top has alpha male! Glass- no, Quillpaw-!, dashed up weaving and accidentally shoving passed the cats that stood quietly as they argue. The rex apprentice yellow eyes widen, shimmering in thrill to witness the outcome of all this sharaw! "Fight, fight, fight! Let's see who will be numero uno from all this war of words. Will it be Flintstar the great or this big cat here upping the leader himself. Who will win?!" Tail waving in the air he purred loudly with a bold smirk.

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Sleepypaw stood quietly watching the cats gather around for training. He shuffled his paws a bit under the thin blanket of snow and sighed inwardly. Some mentors raved about how good their apprentices are yet he just gotten started and knowing himself- he is not the best at fighting let alone hunting. His tail thrashed around as if trying to shoo away the buzzing doubts thats circulating around him. Stay positive, Sleepypaw..
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[RedHead]

[NOT A MEETING]
(This is just an open, simple discussion between Flint and clanmembers taking place in front of the highpeak)

Flintstar was padding back and forth in front of the highpeak, his ears twitching every so often as he paced. There needed to be something done about the territory, there were quite a few dangers with burnt trees that were starting to crumble, and many pieces of burnt debris hidden underneath snow. Also, hunting. They were stretching the limits of their hunting abilities, only being able to hunt near borders and the twolegplace. Stopping a moment, Flintstar glanced up to look at some of his clanmates who had padded over in concern or confusion, hoping maybe he could garner some ideas from them. Talking to Buckbranch was out of the question right now, Flintstar knew he was being petty about the argument but the tomcat didn’t have it in him to go and apologize at the moment. He had other pressing matters that included keeping Thunderclan healthy. “What should we do about the territory? There’s not much prey and I feel as if we’re overhunting our borders.” The leader glanced up, ears flicking as he awaited any suggestions from his clanmates.

[ hxneysuckle Kitty Mama Shimm ]

[Solstice_X]

A bemused expression donned the sizeable ginger tabby's face as she made her way to join the gathering cats for group 3. Second half. Morningsun noted to herself in her head as she made headway there. Her strides were long and sure-footed as she took her place among her group, a glimmer of excitement alight in her eyes.
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[RedHead]

The tomcat was glad he knew he could put a large job like this on Owlwatcher, the tom already seemed to have a plan set in mind for how he was going about this. That was something Flintstar wished he could do, have a solid plan for anything he did.
“It’s really no problem at all.” Flintstar repeated, but left it at that, knowing he was going to get thanks from the tom either way. Though Owlwatcher’s next question caused the leader’s eyes to widen. He’d been that visible about his state, hadn’t he? Letting out a sigh, Flintstar gave Owlwatcher a reassuring smile. ”I’m tired, and a bit stressed, but I’ll be fine. No need to worry about me.” He meowed honestly, flicking his tail as he began to walk forwards again. ”Hopefully I helped to clear some things up for you Owlwatcher.”

Shimm

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Flintstar was still fuming as he stalked away towards his den after Buckbranch ran off, wanting to get away from the prying eyes of his clanmates. He was horrified that he’d let go of his cool. And also horrified by the hurtful things that were said, on both sides. Maybe I should just appoint a second deputy. That’d teach him. He thought, green eyes narrowing as he made his way to the entrance of his den, not noticing the fresh scent of a particular clanmate as he approached. Flintstar knew he wasn’t that spiteful though, and Buckbranch had made some valid points. Both of them were stressed out. Maybe a second deputy would actually be good though, help balance Buckbranch’s duties out as well as contribute possibly a more.... level-headed perspective. Flintstar chuckled bitterly to himself at the thought. Both he and Buckbranch had bad tempers, that was not a good thing.
Entering the den, Flintstar glanced up and stopped short, spotting Duskfeather sitting right in the middle of it. His eyes narrowed as he scrutinized the she-cat. “What are you doing here?” He questioned, voice sharp from his continuing anger.

hxneysuckle

[lio]

[ RedHead ]

Her tail flicked in greeting as Flintstar finally entered the den, her expression unchanging. "I figured we could have a little chat to help you calm down after your argument," she replied, head tilting to the side slightly. Duskfeather didn't let his tone get to her, knowing he was still angry. It was obvious, after all. She had seen much of the fight between them. The she-cat stood, making her way closer to Flintstar and offering a kind smile. "Come, lay down and rest. You need to calm your anger." Her voice was gentle, her eyes holding a bright shine as she spoke to the leader. Duskfeather leaned forward and touched her nose to the tom's shoulder, gently nudging him toward his nest.

[dino.]

[ RedHead ]
Buckbranch arched his back and hissed. "Your demands are going to catch up to them. It's only a matter of time before they all start 'complaining'." Although there was a swift flash of pride at his comeback, it was quickly replaced by guilt. But he didn't have the heart to apologize, because Flintstar was already screaming in his face. He took a step back, eyes blazing with emotion. "You're going to worry them," he spat. "They're going to become stressed. It'll be because of your constant peremptory manner, and they will. Blame. You."
Now his eyes were widening, betrayal and fury flashing within their depths. "I have always cared!" he howled. "And I am not a traitor!" His paw flew into the air, claws flashing in the sunlight. His muzzle was twisted with outrage and his chest heaved as red clouded his vision. For a moment his paw hung suspended, then he lowered it, face flooding with guilt and regret and perhaps a hint of fear. "I'm not a traitor," he repeated, though it was quiet and sounded more like he was trying to convince himself. "And I am not selfish." He stared up at Flintstar, saw the message in the leader's eyes, and dared to hold his gaze a second longer before whipping around to stalk away. "You are overestimating your Clan, Flintstar," he called over his shoulder, sounding tired but bitter, and not at all defeated. "And it is going to cost you. You can trust me on that, if nothing else."

[Leucos]

growing bored as each minute passed by . Lionwhisker groaned as he decided to voice it. The tom leaped up to his paws and started passing "dustpaw, I swear by the time the others get here I'll be an elder! " he complained to dustpaw [ touka ] . He glanced over at Morningsun [ Solstice_X ] and snorted "took you long enough " meowed . Then he looked at snowflakedust [ Silhouettes ] " the same goes for you dear " . Fur spiking up a bit he looked at duskfeather " the other few can drown. Let's start already !" he meowed in a kit like tone.
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[RedHead]

Flintstar was glad Buckbranch finally stormed off, the tom had been close enough to snapping himself. He'd watched Buckbranch raise his paw against him, to which Flintstar had just stared defiantly back at. The deputy could hit him, see where that took him. Though inwardly, the leader was glad Buckbranch had some restraint.
He didn't say anything further to his deputy, preferring to storm off himself to get away from the prying eyes of his clanmates. His ears flicked upwards as he heard a voice behind him, glancing over his shoulder to see Quillpaw... cheering for the fight? The leader's ears flattened as he gave the former kittypet an incredulous look. He didn't say anything more, just gave him a smile with an awkward cringe, glancing around at some of his other clanmates before rushing off towards his den.

[ Slushie vermin ]

[lio]

[ RedHead vermin Fuzzy SilentLamb Heartstruck touka Silhouettes Shadowsight rascalcats Solstice_X ]

Duskfeather's eyes narrowed at the impatientness of Lionwhisker. "Be patient. I am the leader of this patrol, and I will explain when I am ready," she said sternly. Her eyes flicked over to Quillpaw, a brief sense of confusion flashing in them before she sighed and shook her head. If she was going to be his mentor, she had to learn what in the name of StarClan he was saying. "That is Buckbranch, the Clan's deputy. He is tasked to send out patrols and help Flintstar to make decisions."
She cast a look over the group that had gathered, and sighed when there still wasn't anyone else showing up. It would be mouse-brained not to explain now and allow the groups to spread the word to whoever hadn't shown up. Raising her head and her voice, Duskfeather began to speak. "Every other day, we will send out groups to train together. These groups will alternate, and I will gather whoever is training each day. Two groups of three will go at a time, though I will only be with one, obviously," she took a breath before continuing, "We will not start today as I must take my apprentice on a tour of the territory, but remain alert for if you are on the group to start tomorrow. And, will any of you please spread the word to whoever has not arrived yet?" Duskfeather then fell silent and looked across the group, hoping they all understood.

[RedHead]

Flintstar gave the she-cat a glare at her insistence, not up for any of this right now, he wanted to be left alone. So the tom marched past her into the back of his den, flopping down into his nest. He wasn't up for any discussion about his anger, he already knew it was uncalled for and frankly, rude. But so was what Buckbranch said. "Okay, I'm calm." He mumbled from his nest, flicking his tail dismissively at Duskfeather. "You can leave now, you're not my mom. I'm a big boy, I know how to calm myself down."

hxneysuckle

[lio]

[ RedHead ]

Duskfeather's ears perked at Flintstar's words, her mind working to remember the suggestion she had thought of not long ago. "While I was out hunting, I noticed that there was quite a bit of snow covering the burned part of our territory. Far too much. What if we expanded our borders into the outskirts? It is untraveled territory, so we wouldn't need to deal with the other Clans fighting back." She looked around as she spoke, then focused on Flintstar after finishing, hoping her idea made sense.

[Leucos]

Not today!?! Lionwhisker folded his ears back and gave a huff. He was so bored around here and the clan wasn't doing much of anything . Who cares if quillpaw needs a tour right now? Couldn't the apprentice wait till after the session ?! Snorting after duskfeather spoke he looked down at dustpaw[ touka ] "c'mon dustpaw. We're battle training right now . I've had enough of waiting " he meowed and glared a bit at dusk [ hxneysuckle ] "like I said. If they don't bother showing up the first time. Let em drown .But I'll see if I can find them ...."

[Kitty Mama]

. @RedHead @ (http://warriorcatsonline.com/forums/member.php?u=40)hxneysuckle (http://warriorcatsonline.com/forums/member.php?u=3551)

Through a highly skeptical gaze, Mintfrost had watched Flintstar's pacing extravaganza from a distance. Back and forth, back and forth. The leader's sunken eyes said he shouldn't have that energy, and he could have sworn that he was getting more exhausted just observing this. If not for their history, he might've made the quiet confession that it was admirable how he kept going in times of stress, but that was overshadowed by the unsettling feeling that came from the pacing. Mintfrost padded over, his bright yellow-green eyes focusing on Flintstar and seeing through him, waiting. As he posed an inquiry at the clan-mates that had gathered, Mintfrost couldn't believe he was actually considering potential solutions. Whatever it takes to get you to stop that. Well, they could adopt the Buckbranch approach and keep to their own territory with minimal patrols and politely petition the other clans for their land.
Duskfeather's idea made him cast a wary glance. It was good, but there were dangers in the outskirts that he didn't know if Thunderclan was ready for. "We may have to," he said, cautious. "But predators and rogues won't make it easy." Mintfrost chewed on his thoughts, on the current circumstances. "Shadowclan is an ally in debt. Icestar may be willing to negotiate, and if not..." He shrugged at the prospect of a dissolution. "They have not been aiding Thunderclan as it is."

[lio]

[ RedHead ]

She hummed to herself, watching him closely. "You don't seem very calm," Duskfeather stated, head tilted. Peacefully, she walked closer to Flintstar, unphased by his attitude toward her. "I'm not leaving until I am sure you are not angry anymore," she sat down beside him, "I am not your mother, correct. But I am your Clanmate who cares about you, Flintstar." Duskfeather blinked and offered another smile, looking down at the leader. "We don't need to talk about the argument. What about some fun questions? Here, what is your favorite prey to eat?" she asked, voice lighthearted.

[RedHead]

The Thunderclan's leaders ears were still flattened, but he closed his eyes as Duskfeather walked over, turning his head away from her. As she mentioned she wouldn't leave until he was no longer angry, Flintstar turned to face her, giving her a challenging smirk before he stuck his tongue out at her in a mocking manner. Then he turned back around, curling his tail more tightly around himself, but this time a smug smirk stayed implanted on his muzzle. "You make it sound like you're talking to a kit." He muttered, though his voice held less anger in it than before. But with the stunt he'd just pulled, Flintstar wouldn't be surprised if most of his clan saw him as a measly apprentice. After a few moments of silence, Flintstar finally let out a sigh, casting his eyes to the ceiling. "Birds." He finally meowed.

hxneysuckle

[Gone]

Silhouettes

As the smaller feline collided with him, Alderstripe barely even moved and chuckled a bit before he gaze Snowflakedust a nod. "I'm alright, and I'm not gonna be crying for that now am I?" The tom asked with a cheeky grin, it was true though, with his missing eye, this tom surely had rougher times than someone bumping into him.

"But more importantly, are you alright?" The senior warrior asked softly, though, before she could answer his question, the tom's ears perked as he heard his name being called for a battle party, he gazed over at Snowflakedust as she was also called and gestured for her to follow him as he joined the leader of his battle party. "Of course, Mintfrost [ Kitty Mama ]." The brown tabby said and flicked his tail a bit before he looked over his shoulder. "Amberpaw [ |+Tired Rose Child+| ], come on, I'll get to see what you've learned as of now while we're at it." The tom said with a smile, his tone was still soft even though he had pretty much given an order to his apprentice.

He then gave Mintfrost a smile, which turned into a . "And I'd like to see what my fellow clanmates from the newer generation are made of." He said, insinuating that he was older than the warrior, and his interest in how the newer warriors had developped was high.

[lio]

[ RedHead ]

Duskfeather giggled and shook her head at his responses. "Is the Clan being run by the one, the only Flintkit? It'd be quite the feat for a kit to become leader," she teased, glad that he seemed to chill out a bit. After he answered her question, she thought for a moment before nodding. "Birds are nice. I must say that my favorite is squirrel though. Alright, what's your favorite... scent?" Duskfeather went on.

--

After they had been chatting for a while, the Torbie stood up and stretched, having crouched down. "That was a lovely chat. Are you calm now, Flinty?" Duskfeather asked, looking to the leader with a smile, chuckling at her own nickname. "I should be checking on Quillpaw, making sure he's adjusting to Clan life well. You better get some rest- it's getting quite late, after all." She began to walk to the entrance, then turned around with a smile. "See you later, Flintystar." Duskfeather slid out of the den and into the clearing, going off to find her apprentice. She was glad she had been able to help the leader calm down.

[tye]

"Ah, I see! This all makes sense now," he responded to Duskfeather, still focusing on the two upset felines. His face downhearted at the fact Flintstar paused before things got out of paw, giving a strange smile before heading back into his dark lair. "Oh pebbles-stick, ..I was hoping for some action," shrugging, he finally broke his gaze away to face Duskfeather and trot over again to her side. Quillpaw listened attentively at the she-cat's words, glancing over to the cat they call..a lion's whisker? Nose twitched, he squinted at the warrior's whisks mentally comparing it to the great roaring beast itself. "Uncanny," he murmured. After Duskfeather's orders he caught the annoyed glare of Lionwhisker's and tipped his head at the behavior. 'Let them drown? Is that a moggy saying in reference to something? Many things entices the tall rex but this wasn't one of them. "What an impatient lad," he would break out in poetics but the sun shant risen forever in the azure, will it? "Let us go the Duskfeather," yellow eyes basking on her. "Show me around your land of boscage, I cannot wait any longer!"

[Madelaine]

| Shimm; |

Petalkit watched him as he teased her with the mossball. "Hey!" , she yelled playfully, but with a bit of irritation in her voice. The kitten jumped in the air and attempted to grab it out of his grip. Petalkit let out a growl.

[Sweetie]

Not wanting to spoil the kits mood he lowered himself where Petalkit could reach it. But not letting her off the hook so easily, he slowly swayed the mossball back and forth. Owlwatcher's eyes twinkled with amusement, I can't wait to have my own. He thought to himself.
Blissie Bliss

[Madelaine]

| Shimm; |

Petalkit watched as he lowered himself, the playfulness went back in her eyes. She watched it swing back and forth. After a while she pounced, trying to knock it out of his paw.

[Sweetie]

The brown hued tom dropped the ball for her, but moved it a few tail lengths to go chase after it. Owlwatcher didn't mind spending time with Petalkit. He enjoyed making her happy, kithood is one of the greatest memories a cat could have.

Blissie Bliss

[Solstice_X]

Morningsun just nodded in silent understanding, having opted to completely ignore what the remarks from the rather impatient tom. She liked the idea of training; it would be an excuse to get both back into peak form as well as exercise the skills she's found of very little need to use until now. Just the thought of it sent a ripple of excitement up her spine. A moment passed before she dipped her head again, dispersing from the group with a flick of her head to go attend to her business elsewhere.

[touka]

[catching uppp-!]

His eyes twinkled, what a quick witted feline. It usually takes a long time before some cat response to him or they just walk away. "Many questions but all can wait for now..," his voice was overlapped by some shouting cats. He quickly spun around to see the leader publicly at it with another cat! What a show. "Excuse me, dear Duskfeather. But, who is that fellow over there?" the tom's gaze focused solely on what's going on, not even breaking sight to glance at his mentor. He imagined the two big cats clashing at each other, blood spraying in the air as they batter each other down like the savages they are and standing proudly on top has alpha male! Glass- no, Quillpaw-!, dashed up weaving and accidentally shoving passed the cats that stood quietly as they argue. The rex apprentice yellow eyes widen, shimmering in thrill to witness the outcome of all this sharaw! "Fight, fight, fight! Let's see who will be numero uno from all this war of words. Will it be Flintstar the great or this big cat here upping the leader himself. Who will win?!" Tail waving in the air he purred loudly with a bold smirk.

--

Sleepypaw stood quietly watching the cats gather around for training. He shuffled his paws a bit under the thin blanket of snow and sighed inwardly. Some mentors raved about how good their apprentices are yet he just gotten started and knowing himself- he is not the best at fighting let alone hunting. His tail thrashed around as if trying to shoo away the buzzing doubts thats circulating around him. Stay positive, Sleepypaw..
RedHead Shimm touka hxneysuckle vermin WaywardAngel Dirtfur


dustpaw was not sure what to do, he knew some about fighting but now he just sat there as the group of cats started to chat

[MagicCat99]

Smokekit padded out of the nursery bored. She rolled her mossball in front of her and tried to catch it, when she bumped into someone. "O-oops..." She mewed, her tail between her paws.
(Open)

[Leucos]

RedHead

" while shadowclan may be an ally . I doubt icestar will be the type of cat to share. She's the exact opposite of kind " Lionwhisker meowed with his head raised . Finally ! The leader was asking for advice from the clan! He had a chance to get out his thoughts . Now he may not be asked to be here ....But he was gonna throw in some ideas . Though he heard duskfeather [ hxneysuckle ] and smiled at her with a nod " I agree with Ol Dusky! We should take a good sized chunk of land off in the forest . It may belong to a lowly loner or something but who cares? They can find another place to stay. Unlike them we actually have kits and elders that need to be fed and taken care of " he said with confidence . " this could also be a secondary camp base? If there's ever a raid on us, we can retreat there . But this should have food and a water source..just an idea " Lionwhisker added . Hey at least he wasn't suggesting pushing out windclan and taking over their land!

[Freesia]

Smokekit padded out of the nursery bored. She rolled her mossball in front of her and tried to catch it, when she bumped into someone. "O-oops..." She mewed, her tail between her paws.
(Open)

Tallmarsh turned around and looked down at the kit who had bumped into her leg. Giving her a stern look, she said, "Watch where you're going next time." She was an abrasive cat, but even she couldn't bring herself to be mean to a kit.

((i hope tallmarsh's scarred right eye doesnt scare smokekit hehe))

[RedHead]

Flintstar nodded after thinking for a moment. Duskfeather's idea was a good one, Flintstar believed Thunderclanners could take on whatever was out there in the territory. Lionwhisker seemed to agree, and the idea also instilled a set determination in Flintstar for an idea he'd had a little while ago. "Okay. Duskfeather, I want you to lead a patrol out there with Mintfrost, Lionwhisker, and one other cat of your choosing." He then stopped pacing, shaking out his pelt and flicking his tail. "But first, I've got some changes to make." In the spur of the moment, Flintstar bounded up the highpeak, stopping at the top and yowling out to the clan. "All cats old enough to catch their own prey gather here beneath the highpeak!"
There were some things he needed to do, some that would probably also diffuse his anger. And put Buckbranch in his place.

[lio]

Duskfeather nodded along with the other two warriors, stifling a chuckle at Lionwhisker's nickname for her. "Yes, Flintstar," she said, preparing to stand and find another warrior to accompany them before the leader called a meeting. Confusion flared in her gaze and she blinked up at him, her head tilting to the side as she sat back down. Changes to make? What changes could those be? The Torbie's ears perked in interest and she listened intently.

[Wings]

Duskpaw trotted over to the meeting, she was one of the first cats there as she sat down and moved her gaze to Flintstar. I wonder what this is about.

[Leucos]

grinning with sparkling eyes . the tom leaped up to his paws and smiled at Duskfeather. Oh this was gonna be so exciting ! Forget the stupid battle groups! This was gonna be the journey of his life. He was about to go join dusk only to flatten his ears. oh c'mon .....I was getting so excited
Sighing he sat down on his rump near duskfeather [ hxneysuckle ] "asked from what we just discussed . What you think this'll be?" he asked .

[lio]

[ SilentLamb ]

The Torbie shrugged, letting her gaze linger on Flintstar for a moment before she turned to Lionwhisker. "I have no idea. There's no changes that need to be made in the Clan, unless there's something Flintstar has in mind that he hasn't spoken of." Duskfeather allowed her thoughts to wander, though no explanation came to mind. Strange... What in the name of StarClan was the leader planning?

[tye]

Everything was happening at once. Another ceremony of a sort? My, these forest cats surely love making announcements on the daily! And that, the rex didn't mind at all. Finally cats who communicate on different aspects and controversial topics! No more neighboring felines whom spoke little, if they did say anything beyond a sentence, it's always about their human and bedding and food. Sigh, what an everyday predictable life he lived in! Quillpaw ran up gently shoving away the cats to stare close up on Flintstar and Duskfeather. Hm, what is this? The aura feels quite different. This cannot be another simple gathering? His tail swayed high, awaiting for the outcome.

[Leucos]

hxneysuckle

Humming the tom gave a suspicious glance "strange indeed..." he somewhat mumbled . "you don't suppose he's hiding something from us is he?" flintstar is their leader yes, but leaders have the ability to turn sour.

[lio]

[ SilentLamb ]

Duskfeather shook her head. "No, Flintstar isn't like that," she assured, giving a flick of her tail before turning back to the Highpeak. She knew it couldn't be bad, Flintstar would never become a similar leader to Icestar no matter how much stress he was in. But the Torbie wasn't sure what it could be about. "I guess we simply have to wait for him to continue," Duskfeather stated, her ears perked as she waited for the meeting to move onwards. "More cats need to gather, though. Not many have answered Flintstar's call... shame," she mumbled to herself, shaking her head with a sigh.

[dino.]

[ RedHead ]

Unintelligent, irritating, insulting, whisker-pulling, good-for-nothing, fox-hearted, jerk-faced... Buckbranch continued to silently curse Flintstar out even as he neared the Highpeak. Though his expression was blank, his chest burned with emotion. Calling a meeting so soon after their argument couldn't be a coincidence, and the tortoiseshell really, really hoped Flintstar wasn't about to call him out in front of the whole Clan. I've had enough negative attention to last me a lifetime.
He did not take his place next to the Highpeak as a deputy should, instead finding a spot at the edge of the slowly gathering crowd. His eyes flashed in defiance as he stared up at the black tom perched on top of the Highpeak, acting all high and mighty as if he owned the place, as if he were better than StarClan itself. He tore his gaze away, hating the anger that threatened to spill over. He knew he should apologize, should say something in order to ease the tension, but he didn't want to be the first. After all, it's his fault, right? He needs to be the one to say sorry. He started it. Trying to take a few deep breaths in order to calm down, he searched the clearing for Foxbound, hoping she would show up.

[Solstice_X]

Morningsun blinked, incredulous, as she slinked her way back towards Highpeak. Another meeting? She groaned inwardly as her mind reeled with thoughts about how she hardly had time to so much as take a breather from the last one. I'm sure someone's bound to lose their mind if this keeps continuing.

Her paws padded quickly and quietly around to find a nice seat a good distance away from the rock. After settling herself back into a sedentary position, ears perked and ready to listen, with her tail curled over her neatly nestled paws, she adjusted her gaze to match up to focus on the feline that had so quickly called another gathering for the whole clan.

[Kitty Mama]

"Yes... I didn't say we were going to nicely ask to share." Mintfrost believed his plan had been laid out as closer to a threat than a kind appeal to their useless ally that owed them in quite a few ways. He was distracted from Lionwhisker's misinterpretation by Flintstar's announcement that he would be joining them on a patrol, and he nodded after a brief hesitation. Duskfeather was a wise choice, and Lionwhisker... they'd have to work on his listening skills.
He took a step back to crane his neck up at the Highpeak where Flintstar had leapt in preparation of his addressing the clan. Mintfrost gazed at him levelly, searching his eyes for a clue that would give an indication of what was on their horizon other than a potentially-dangerous journey into the outskirts.

[lio]

Goodness, there was damn-near nobody that had arrived to Flintstar's call! How could he give the meeting if only a small amount of the Clan had arrived? Duskfeather looked around and frowned, flattening her ears. At least Buckbranch had showed up, though he hadn't taken his place beside the Highpeak. That argument seemed to have a lasting touch on the two toms, and Duskfeather could only shake her head at the thought. Making a quick, split-second decision, the Torbie stood and spun around, raising her voice to call out to the Clan. This was supposed to be Flintstar's or Buckbranch's job, but... it wouldn't hurt trying to get just a few more cats off their lazy butts, wouldn't it? "Come on, ThunderClan! Flintstar called a meeting, where are you all? There's suppose to be a crowd! He can't give an announcement to only a few cats!" she yelled, hoping her voice was loud enough to carry across the clearing. And hopefully it'd gather the attention of a few more of her fellow ThunderClanners!

[ This is a list of everyone who has a ThunderClan cat capable of attending the meeting. If your cat is already here, ignore this! Just trying to promote some activity <3 ]
[ Slushie Delta Lilyfur2 hxneysuckle Fuzzy Tundra Pepperkins ponyapan .:Raven:. Silhouettes SilentLamb Heartstruck Ever Blissie Bliss |+Tired Rose Child+| Shimm touka Kitty Mama RuinsNight Shadowsight rascalcats Sneakyfox55 Solstice_X vermin SoyBoi Starfall WaywardAngel ~WolfDen~ Sharp moon Yelloweye Spiritjumps Cecily Herondale ]

[Madelaine]

| hxneysuckle; |

Linnetwing walked into camp after an unsuccessful hunt in the territory. She had been late to this meeting, so she looked around and spotted her sister Duskfeather. "Sorry I'm late. I went hunting.", she meowed to her littermates, her smug look on her face showed that she was trying to do stuff for her clan. Linnetwing sat down beside her and looked up at Flintstar. "Did I miss anything?", she asked, smoothing down her chest fur.

[Sneakyfox55]

Hearing the call, Ferretwatcher got to his paws, stretching his legs with pleasant sigh before entering camp. He padded up calmly with his jaws set wide in a yawn. "I apologize, Flintstar. I was just in my nest, as I was up late hunting last night." He dipped his head. "It should not happen again."

[Fuzzy]

A meeting? How'd she miss it? Head down Minktail slipped into the back of the small crowd. What was this about? The young warrior hoped she didn't miss anything. What if there really was something she was supposed to have heard...? Stars this was why she hated being late!
~*~

Icedust yawned coming out of the warriors den. A meeting? Huh. She must be going death or just gotten to good at drowning the random noises out. Nothing really happened anyway so she'd just gotten used to not hearing meetings. "Did I miss anything good?" Icedust asked sitting by some random cat. She really didn't care who answered her.

[lio]

[ Blissie Bliss Fuzzy ]

The Torbie was glad that her call had brought some others to the meeting, sitting back down with a satisfied smile. Her ears perked as her sister approached, tail flicking. "Wouldn't have thought you'd be late, Linny," Duskfeather teased, chuckling at the nickname she had made. As both Linnetwing and Icedust asked if they had missed anything, she nodded to them both. "Flintstar had asked for ideas on what to do about our territory. We decided on doing an expansion patrol into the Outskirts," she paused for a moment, then continued, "Speaking of which, Linnetwing, you will be attending that patrol with me after the meeting. Otherwise, I have no idea as to what Flintstar has planned." The she-cat shrugged, hoping she had explained everything well enough- and hoping that Flintstar would continue soon now that more cats had gathered.

[Madelaine]

| hxneysuckle; |

Linnetwing looked at Duskfeather as she spoke to her. "Oh we're taking territory from rogues I see. Won't that be fun Dusky?", she meowed, giving her her own nickname. It wasn't very creative, but she didn't care. Those rogue's won't be happy with them, but hey every clan so far had taken territory from them. "Oh finally something successful I can do today. Hunting wasn't all that good.", she replied. Linnetwing looked around the clearing.

[MagicCat99]

Tallmarsh turned around and looked down at the kit who had bumped into her leg. Giving her a stern look, she said, "Watch where you're going next time." She was an abrasive cat, but even she couldn't bring herself to be mean to a kit.

((i hope tallmarsh's scarred right eye doesnt scare smokekit hehe))
(She gets scared easily so it would definitely scare her, poor kit.)
Smokekit shrunk into a ball of fur. "S-sorry." She mewed, looking up at the large, scary she. The kit sneaked around her, back to her mossball, keeping an eye on Tallmarsh. She noticed a scar on one of the she's eyes and shivered. Once she reached her mossball she hid behind it.

[Leucos]

hxneysuckle Blissie Bliss

Ears flicking as he turned his gaze to linnetwing " not exactly rogues . But it'll add to the excitement " he smiled . Gazing at duskfeather " what about our apprentices ?" he just felt the need to ask that. ...dustpaw was gonna be left behind . Who was gonna look after him and continue his training while they were gone?

[Sweetie]

Two limp mice hung from the toms jaws. Hunting was not very successful but I do have to be grateful for what Starclan provides... Owlwatcher dropped the fresh-kill off, his ears picking up on Duskfeather's conversation. Turning his head he saw that a good group of his clan-mates was gathered at the Highpeak with Flintstar. Curiosity got the best of him and padded over to a good spot where he could see and hear the leader.

[lio]

[ SilentLamb Blissie Bliss ]

She giggled at her sister's nickname, a smile curling at her lips. Duskfeather looked between the two, her ears perked. "Our apprentices will remain in camp, it is too dangerous for them. We are trained warriors and we will fight off any threats that come to us while we are out." She glanced toward Flintstar, tail impatiently twitching as interest still boiled within her. The she-cat gave a quiet sigh before turning back to Lionwhisker and Linnetwing. "We will leave after this meeting is over. Make sure to eat before we go, as we will be out for a while. Got it? Now, we need to pay attention... hopefully Flintstar will continue soon." Duskfeather nodded toward them before turning back to the Highpeak completely, falling silent and paying her full attention to it.

[RedHead]

Flintstar smiled as his clan gathered, slightly excited for this meeting. Oh he was going to get Buckbranch back for the things he said to him. And possibly also give Thunderclan some hope for survival in these harsh moons as well. Because even though the fur-ball has denied it, Flintstar doubted Buckbranch did actually care for the clan like he did.
Ah. There’s the mouse-brain. Flintstar smirked as he spotted Buckbranch, inwardly congratulating the tom for actually showing his face to the clan. Shaking out his pelt, Flintstar decided this was enough cats to get this meeting started, and then over with quickly. “Alright, let’s get right down to business Thunderclan. After pondering over Buckbranch’s recent... behavior...” Here Flintstar have the tom a look before continuing. ”I have decided to demote him from his current position.” The leader paused to allow any gasps if surprise from his clan, not that he was expecting any though. “He will have to earn his position as deputy of Thunderclan back.” The tom then smiled, waving his tail over towards Duskfeather. “While Buckbranch is sorting through his emotions and deciding what he wants to do with his life, Duskfeather will be taking his place as deputy of Thunderclan!” Flintstar finished his sentence with gusto, flicking his tail and smiling brightly, proud of his spur-of-the-moment decision. Duskfeather seemed capable of being a deputy, and Flintstar hoped this could be incentive for Buckbranch to step up his game.

[ Slushie hxneysuckle ]

[RedHead]

The ginger she-cat had wound her way into the meeting, taking a seat beside Buckbranch and giving the tomcat a gentle nudge with her shoulder. Her eyes were focused on Flintstar but she remained close to Buckbranch, willing to listen to anything he wanted to stay to her. She knew he was stressed. Though, when she heard Flintstar’s announcement, Foxbound’s eyes blew wide. Buckbranch demoted? The ginger she-cat could see where Flintstar was coming from, but still. She felt bad for the tomcat, being called out like that in front fin the whole clan. She gave him a sideways glance, wondering how he was going to take this.

[Fuzzy]

Icedust blinked but really. Good for him! Flintstar shouldn't put up with his deputy acting like he had. Starting a fight about not wanting to work and all that was ridicules. Smiling the snow white molly swerved to face Duskwatcher, who'd gotten her attention for the meeting. "Congratulations!" The warrior exclaimed mismatched eyes bright. "You're better suited from what I can tell." Icedust added before turning back to Flintstar.
~*~

Minktail looked around the clearing for this new deputy. Duskwatcher. She couldn't remember if she actually knew them. She had met Buckbranch once but really he didn't do that good of job... "Congratulations, Duskwatcher." The young warrior meowed trying to be loud enough for the new deputy hear from where she sat.

[Sneakyfox55]

Sitting near to Duskwatcher, Ferretwatcher acknowledged him with a respectful nod. "Congratulations. I'm sure you will help lead our clan well."

[lio]

[ RedHead Slushie ]

Duskfeather seemed to freeze in place, her eyes widening in surprise. Her? Deputy? She swallowed the lump of shock within her throat and stood, glancing over toward Buckbranch. How would he react to this? Her claws sunk into the ground as a sudden feeling of uncertainty filled her, though she held her head high and walked toward the leader. "Flintstar, are you sure about this?" she asked, keeping her voice hushed so only he could hear. Her eyes trailed over to the former deputy, an apologetic glint in her eye. "I didn't know he was going to do this, or I would have stopped him... but there's no going back now, is there?" she mumbled to herself, ears twitching. She shook her head and looked back up at Flintstar, her hazel eyes filled with concern. What caused him to make this decision? It certainly couldn't have been the argument they had had the other day, right?
She looked around the Clan with a thankful smile, nodding to the congratulations that she had received. "Thank you," Duskfeather said swiftly, tail twitching low to the ground. Flintstar seemed to be sure about this, and so with a deep breath, she shoved away her worries. She had a chance to help the Clan in even more ways than one now! Though, she still felt sorry for Buckbranch. No matter how much she distrusted the tom, he didn't deserve this. Hopefully he didn't make a scene...

[Ever]

Dustbreeze shook sleep from her head as she scrambled from the warriors den. She didn't know whether to feel embarrased or disappointed in herself. She was just so tired lately. Her sigh puffed around her in a bug cloud of steam into the cold winter air. Luckily her thick tortoiseshell fur kept out the chill as she padded to a spot near the back of the clan to see what Flintstar had to say.

She caught the cheers and congratulations of the clan naming a new deputy and gave a grin of encouragement. Duskfeather was a good cat eho worked hard. She would fo the clan good. "Congratulations Duskfeather!"She cheered.

[dino.]

[ RedHead hxneysuckle]

No. No. NO. That's not- he can't- Buckbranch leaped to his paws, eyes wide with shock. His jaws moved, as if he were trying to speak, but no sound came out. Demoted? NO! That's not fair! He's not being fair! Slowly his expression faded into one of absolute fury, his eyes narrowing and his lips curling into a snarl. He could tell most of the cats didn't want a scene, but guess what? They sure as hell were going to get one.
"Being demoted because you can't handle a little critcism?" he snapped. "Because you can't handle one single argument. I see how it is, Flintstar. I see how it is. You're focused on being petty, focused on putting me in my 'rightful place', as you may call it. I was going to come apologize to you after this meeting, but maybe now I won't." His eyes flashed to Duskfeather, and though his expression didn't change, he gave the she-cat a tight nod. "You think she'll do a better job than me. You think you've finally found the deputy who cares about ThunderClan. Well, guess what? I care! I always have and I always will!"
Sort through his emotions? As if Flintstar knew anything about what he was going through! "I know what I want to do with my life," he spat. "I've known ever since I was abandoned by my mother that I wanted to make a change. Well, it's pretty damn difficult to do that when a certain petty fox-heart keeps getting in my way!"
Then he took a deep breath, cast a look at Foxbound next to him, and exhaled forcefully. "Fine," he muttered. "You know what? That's fine! Absolutely perfect! Dukfeather will obviously do a better job than I did. After all, I'm just dead weight, aren't I? I don't care anymore. You seem to think I never had, so maybe it's time I stopped caring altogether." He was already halfway down that path, after all. With a last murderous look in Flintstar's direction, he bolted for the camp tunnel. He didn't have to stick around for the rest of this stupid meeting.

Great StarClan, I need some air. I need to get away from all this insanity.

[Solstice_X]

Morningsun blinked as she watched the former deputy turn tail and bolt away. The ginger she-cat didn't know what to think. Though she could probably chalk her lack of understanding for the situation to her lack of paying attention amidst the flurry of meetings held lately, but nonetheless it was still worthy of a concern for a deputy to be demoted, especially just like that. That being said, it wasn't her place to be questioning the leader's decisions; at least, not yet.

[lio]

[ If you are mentioned below, you have been assigned to a patrol that is overdue. You have until JANUARY 24 to complete your patrol, or consequences will ensue. Please report to Flintstar or Duskfeather when the patrol has finished. If one or more patrol members has not responded in a while, take it upon yourself to complete the patrol ASAP. There are no exceptions. ]

[ |+Tired Rose Child+| Heartstruck Fuzzy Tundra ponyapan Shimm touka vermin Silhouettes ~WolfDen~ Starfall ]

[Kitty Mama]

Amusedly, Mintfrost would have to ask Flintstar if the route to being deputy simply required pitching a dangerous idea that appealed to his expansion efforts and reckless side, though he did hope they would be able to secure more land for Thunderclan. However, Duskfeather had done alot more for them than that, and honestly he couldn't remember Buckbranch doing the same. His efforts were spent pushing back against Flintstar's choices and without resolution, that didn't amount to much.
It was embarrassing to listen to Buckbranch's reaction for a tom that was almost as old as he was and in a previously-higher ranking position. He knew it had to be humiliating to be in this situation but a little grace would go a long way, especially for the possibility regaining his rank someday. Just caring had gotten them nowhere. But anything would be better than the stagnancy.
Mintfrost swiveled to face the two on the highpeak, hope for a better future burning in him and a silent plea that she'd have the initiative to make it happen. "Congratulations Duskfeather."

[BEAR.]

Bluegorse was a little late to the Clan meeting, but in his defense! .. He didn't have one.

It didn't seem to matter: Flintstar's attention was on Buckbranch, and Bluegorse's ears perked with interest as he listened intently. Buckbranch was being demoted?!

"WOOHOO!" He was eager to shout his approval! "You go, Flintstar! What a way to show him who's boss! Congratulations, Duskfeather!!!" He was fully behind Flintstar's decision! Seriously! It felt like after Buckbranch's appointment, he hardly did anything!! Where was all this patrol-sending out moons ago?

[Starfall]

vermin Fuzzy SilentLamb hxneysuckle touka Silhouettes Shadowsight rascalcats Solstice_X Starfall

Sunsnow nodded and turned, immediately making his way to the apprentice's den where Mosspaw was hopefully not asleep.

I remember my apprentice days like it was yesterday. Sunsnow had always been so excited to learn and see the territory. He'd wanted to master every little detail. I wish I still felt that way. The tom sighed. Ah, well. At least I'll be able to see those emptions again in my own apprentice.

"Mosspaw!", he called, sticking his head in the den. "Come on! We're going to do some battle training!"



vermin Fuzzy SilentLamb hxneysuckle touka Silhouettes Shadowsight rascalcats Solstice_X
He was definitely sleeping. Snuggled comfortably in his nest as he was practically curled in on himself, back paws tickling his chin, front paws tucked away. Perfection. However at the call of his name he popped open an eye, squinting at the light pouring in from the entrance. Once the apprentice registered who exactly it was he quickly scrambled up and bounced towards his mentor, still incredibly groggy.

"Battle training?" Mosspaw echoed, eyes closed as he pressed his forehead against the bigger tom. Not even registering the fact that there were other felines around.

[Not quite sure where we are here so sorry if I mentioned you and you didn't have to be /w\ " ]

[Vessel]

He was definitely sleeping. Snuggled comfortably in his nest as he was practically curled in on himself, back paws tickling his chin, front paws tucked away. Perfection. However at the call of his name he popped open an eye, squinting at the light pouring in from the entrance. Once the apprentice registered who exactly it was he quickly scrambled up and bounced towards his mentor, still incredibly groggy.

"Battle training?" Mosspaw echoed, eyes closed as he pressed his forehead against the bigger tom. Not even registering the fact that there were other felines around.

[Not quite sure where we are here so sorry if I mentioned you and you didn't have to be /w\ " ]


Sunsnow smiled. "Careful there, little guy, and yes, battle training."

They were part of a battle patrol, and he couldn't have Mosspaw not knowing how to fight!

He flicked his tail, waiting when he realized just how hungry he was. Sunsnow turned his head and longingly gazed at the fresh-kill pile before caving.

"Come on, let's eat something first."

[Starfall]

Slushie
Minktail dipped her head. "Thank you for clearing that up." She meowed head still lowered. Almost like she wanted her height to match her volume. Soft and quiet. With nervousness spun around it.




Honeyflower had to admit she was a little surprised to be rolled into by a kit. That didn't happen often. Normally a kit would run or fall into someone but rolling was a first! Laughing slightly the large molly looked down at the kit. She was still cute with her mud covered fur, sticks stuck in it and everything. "Hello." Honeyflower greeted. Young cats had so much energy! Honestly the ginger and cream warrior hoped that she stayed like this into apprentice moons.
"Yes. Nice to meet you Aspenkit." The long hair cooed. Being around kits was fun but she was sure queens got tired out fast. Especially with this little one. "I'm Honeyflower." She interduce herself so the kit would know who she was. "You seemed to have made quiet the masterpiece." The warrior committed amusement woven in her voice as she nodded to the mess Aspenkit had made.


The kit gave a sheepish smile, rubbing her paws together as she did her best to avoid eye contact at the warriors comment. "It was supposed to...ya know work. It didn't." she sighed. However her mess was quickly forgotten as she realized she had tons and tons of questions to ask.

On that note, Aspenkit quickly picked herself up, resulting in some clumps of mud and some little twigs to fall off of her. "How cool is it out in the territory? When I become an apprentice, will I really be allowed to climb any tree I want? I heard some of the Apprentices say that but I don't think I believe them." She squaked. She wanted to be ready when she became an apprentice, she wanted to know everything so that she could get ahead of the game!

[lio]

The Torbie watched as Buckbranch gave his outburst, stunned into silence. She looked between him and Flintstar, a blatant frown on her lips. Her eyes followed the former deputy's footsteps out of the camp, hoping he found a way to calm down soon. It wouldn't be a good idea to follow him, as much as she wanted to. So Duskfeather took her new place as deputy beside the Highpeak, sharing nods and polite smiles to all those who congratulated her. This was simply a shock, truly and utterly. But it would fade soon enough, and she would get to work immediately as the new ThunderClan deputy.
First up, the expansion patrols. She pinpointed all of those to come with her in the crowd, her tail flicking. They would leave immediately after Flintstar dismissed them, and she would be sure to grab some prey to eat before they began their journey into the Outskirts. Duskfeather nodded to herself, mind already working on ways she could help the Clan. This chance wouldn't go to waste, despite the guilt she felt for replacing Buckbranch as the deputy. So, she stood, nodding to all those on her expansion patrol before looking over the Clan. "Thank you, everyone. I will do my best as the deputy, and I hope to help ThunderClan to thrive in any way I can." She dipped her head, a kind smile on her face.

[dawn feather]

"One of the mothers. Or Buckbranch. Or one of the warriors."
( Bumping in if that is okay)
Badgerkit saw his sister talking about Toadkit. So he lumbered to the two of them as he heard the last bit of there conversation. Grassripple is out there looking for herhe informed his denmates Cecily Herondale

[Moon Lily]

hxneysuckle

(Sorry- I've been away for a few days!)

Irispaw finally arrived at the meeting, fluffing out her fur as she made her way through the mob of cats. She tried to carry herself as confidently as she could without looking daunted by Thunderclan's situation. So much was on at the moment!
She took a seat near the front, trying to listen in. She'd regret that.

Buckbranch, demoted?! She thought, shocked. She hadn't even heard of their arguments, or any interactions between the two. Though Duskfeather seemed to be a worthy deputy, she felt unsettlement deep in her bones.
"Congrats, Duskfeather." She murmured through the voices of her clanmates. She felt too small to feel of any good in this crowd. There were times that she needed to pipe down.

[Leucos]

duskfeather as deputy ? Ha! He never saw that one coming "Congratulations ol dusky!" he cheered . But he growled at a few who said her name wrong " it's duskfeather you mouse brains! Not duskwatcher!" he snapped . Ears perking up at buckbranches words. The tom snorted , he loved rebellion and all...But the old boy was doing it wrong. "duskfeather will in fact be a better deputy than you! Good riddance ! Also work better on rebelling because that was lousy! KITS DO BETTER THAN THAT!" he yelled with a deadly glare in his eyes at the fleeing former deputy . cats these days...

[FuzzyRatto]

Cecily Herondale
dawn feather

[It's cool (from me)]

Pinekit turned to face the new kit. "O-oh! Hi... Who are you?"

[dawn feather]

I'm Badgerkit the Tom answered Sparrowkit's brother FuzzyRatto Cecily Herondale

[FuzzyRatto]

dawn feather Cecily Herondale


"O-oh. Hi, I'm Pinekit. A-also, 'cause an ear... isn't there... I can't really hear you if you come up at me from the... no ear side. C-can you try not to?"
[It's the left ear]

[nykyrian]

Guys, my sister and mother are missing and may be dead Sparrowkit thought she was tempted to say it aloud. But decided against it. " Did she tell Flintstar that she was going?" She asked her littermate
@ dawn feather FuzzyRatto

[dawn feather]

dawn feather Cecily Herondale


"O-oh. Hi, I'm Pinekit. A-also, 'cause an ear... isn't there... I can't really hear you if you come up at me from the... no ear side. C-can you try not to?"
[It's the left ear]
Slightly embarresed after realizing he should have asked th other kits name he replied " OH sorry I didn't notice Pinekit and I don't think she told anyone but me."
Cecily Herondale

[FuzzyRatto]

Cecily Herondale dawn feather

"It's okay..." She tuned back to Sparrowkit. "Do you wanna go look for them, or something?"

[Wings]

Duskpaw was absolutely stunned, but yet not at the same time. From what she had seen of Flintstar's and Buckbranch's argument he deserved to be demoted. She was sure that Duskfeather would do a better job even if she did not know her at all. Then she started thinking of the possiblities Buckbranch would become. I wonder what Buckbranch is gonna do now. Will he run away and become a loner or will he stay and be filled with hate or just be normal. Well I don't even know how these things work, I practically just joined. She had a little conversation in her head before putting her attention back to Flintstar.

[Dinocat]

Frostkit blinked. The nursery was so boring. She decided she would see if any kits wanted to play.
(open)

[ponyapan]

Cranerose flicked her ear, her words gone in her mouth.
This... She would like to say it came as a surprise, but there had been so much tensions lately that Cranerose didn't think it was completely out of thin air. Though, sending a happy look on her growing belly, she hoped the clan would have some peace with the decision.

[tye]

He couldn't believe his eyes. Of all the cats it is the one and only Duskfeather who will be replacing that fatuous brown grimalkin. My word, he didn't take it lightly at all and he shouldn't. Though, the constant bickering put a sour tone of this special occasion which made the tall rex lash his tail in discontent. How dare he! As the Buckingbranch stomped off he yelled out, "Well, good riddance if I do say so myself! My word, what an ankle-bitter he is." Quickly his voice drowned out by many cats congratulating the proud torbie. Quillpaw ran up to her with a jollity aura trailing behind. "Silence!" he lashed his tail once, eyeing the cats behind his shoulder. "I wish to congratulate my guider, mentor and rav," his yellow eyes bore into hers, he mewed on, "My Duskfeather," a composed, dramatic bow with his front leg bent to the ground and head staring down. "I was already appreciative of being under your care but it is now an honor, my Qazzah." Tail swaying madly he peeked up at her.
hxneysuckle

[Vessel]

Slushie

Whoa.

Sunsnow was reeling from what had just happened.

Flintstar had finally done what he wanted.

Buckbranch wasn't the deputy! He could be happy now!

So why do I still feel wrong?

He sighed. He couldn't understand it. He thought he hated Buckbranch!

But... I don't. I actually like being around him.

And I- I worry for him.

Sunsnow turned just fast enough to catch a glimpse of Buckbrach's retreating tail.

"Wait!" He called, following him.

hxneysuckle

A fluffy black apprentice bounded up to Duskfeather, tail flailing about in excitement.

"Wow! The new DEPUTY! Hi I'm Darkpaw also known as the best fighter in the clan and the bestest hunter and soon-to-be deputy-leader-medicine cat-uniter and ruler of all the clans! If you need anything, just come get me!"

He grinned.

[Madelaine]

| hxneysuckle; |

Linnetwing glanced at her sister when she told her when they would start the patrol. She dipped her head. She looked up at Flintstar as he began to talk once more. Buckbranch is no longer deputy? Well that didn't last long. Linnetwing heard that the new deputy was Duskfeather and turned back to look at her with shock. She let out a purr towards her sister. "Congradulation on being deputy. I'm so proud of you.", she whispered. She meant everything that she said.

[lio]

Duskfeather bounded out of the warrior's den, her tail waving in the air. She yawned and stretched, purring as her back gave a satisfying pop. The Torbie looked across the camp before walking toward the center, raising her voice to call out for those she was to lead on her battle party.

"Quillpaw [ vermin ], Lionwhisker [ SilentLamb ]! You will be coming with me to the Training Cave to do battle training. Lionwhisker, if you can find your apprentice, please bring them along with you."

She hoped her voice was loud enough, her ears perked to listen to it echo around the clearing. After a moment of looking around, seeing if the group had begun to gather, Duskfeather began to speak once more, summoning the second training group.

"Shadowsight [ Shadowsight ] Tigerbranch [ rascalcats ], Morningsun [ Solstice_X ]! You will head into the territory to train. Find a nice clearing that has enough room, and report back to me when you are finished. If you all find Rosethorn [ @/touka ], please tell them to join you. You may leave whenever you are ready!"

The Torbie nodded to those she had called for, flicking her tail before waiting for her own group to gather. It was early in the morning, so they'd all have plenty of time to train. She hoped they all would show up, as well as the cats that she hadn't seen in a few days, who were optional to bring along, and that they would all work well together.

[ EVERY BATTLE PARTY IS DUE BY JANUARY 30! PLEASE HAVE ONE GROUP MEMBER LEAVE ME A MESSAGE WHEN THE GROUP IS FINISHED. ]

[lio]

[ SilentLamb Lilyfur2 vermin Heartstruck Blissie Bliss ]

She looked to Lionwhisker as he called out the others for pronouncing her name wrong, giving a thankful, yet awkward smile. The she-cat also noticed Irispaw, offering a grateful smile to the medicine cat apprentice. "Thank you, Lionwhisker, though I don't mind much," she assured, chuckling quietly, "and thank you as well, Irispaw." Duskfeather cast a glance toward her Clanmates, tail twitching from where it lay against the ground.
Duskfeather blinked in surprise as Quillpaw approached her, as well as another apprentice. She chuckled and tilted her head to the side, giving them both a look. She tried to hide her confusion at the way her apprentice was speaking, though she didn't hide it well. "Well, thank you, Quillpaw, and you as well, Darkpaw. I will certainly come to you if I need anything." It was a simple little lie, though she found Darkpaw's enthusiasm rather adorable.
The deputy offered a smile toward her sister, eyes shining. "Thank you, dear sister. I will be the best deputy I can be," she mewed, ears perking. So much attention was focused on her, she didn't know how exactly to react! All she could do was thank everyone again and again, sounding like a bird squawking over and over.Duskfeather looked up toward Flintstar, wondering if he would continue or dismiss the meeting. She hoped they would be dismissed... she wanted to get to work on the expansion of the border, as they could never know how long it could take.

[tye]

Quillpaw already was stuck to Duskfeather like sticky sap and tread lightly behind her. He sat down next to his master, curling and uncurling his tail awaiting foe other cats to arrive. "A training cave?" a flashback into his kittypet life when they traveled (him & human) to a divine, riveting place where the mountains touched beyond the clouds and humble cats he'd met filled his mind with wisdom. They entered a dark, yet cool cavern flooded with colorful dressed humans chanting harmony together that rattled his body from the vibrating depth of their voice. It felt nice, strange, but uplifting and sense of clarity. "...The holy place..," he muttered, staring off then snap back at the torbie warrior. I am glad to be under your wing oh great one!
[ hxneysuckle , SilentLamb]

[Solstice_X]

She blinked. Wha..? Her mind was still a little groggy from her nap. A few moments definitely passed before Morningsun finally registered what had been said. Rising to her paws, she quickly stretched, trying to squeeze out that last bit of sleepiness, before trotting over to the center of the clearing to wait for the rest of her party.

Her ginger coat gave off a slightly warm glow in the light as she sat with her paws neatly tucked under her curled around tail. She flicked her ears, her whiskers twitching as well. Hopefully her party wouldn't take too long to gather and they could be on their way soon. Meanwhile, she would keep an eye out for Rosethorn.

[ Shadowsight rascalcats touka ]

[Leucos]

hxneysuckle vermin

"yes ma'am " he meowed and turned his head to the apprentices den. " DUSTPAW! " he meowed in a booming voice as he called his apprentice [ touka ] "Quillpaw and I will be in the training cave! Please follow whenever your ready " he added. Then he gazed at quillpaw and raised his brow " the holy place is the starcave . The training cave isn't as holy .." he chuckled . " c'mon !" .

[Leucos]

hxneysuckle
He just gave a friendly nod in return . He hated when cats do that anyways ...

[Ever]

Pinepaw shuffled from the apprentice's den and into the clearing, ruffling her short silver tabby pelt against the cold air of the morning. At least the sun was out today, and it had warmed through the night with promise of a day that would actually reach temperatures that didn't freeze her tail off. She smiled and stuck her nose into the sun, breathing deeply. She loved it here, she was so glad she left her kittypet roots for this wildness. Her coat was finally thick too which helped, it had been very cold for her first moon in the clan. She snapped her thin tail with excitement and trotted to a spot in the sun to groom, she always wanted to look her best before going to work with her mentor. It would put her in a sour mood to disappoint. She squinted through the bright clearing, sun on snow making her eyes water. Flintstar must be awake soon and ready for some training.

RedHead

[tye]

hxneysuckle vermin

"yes ma'am " he meowed and turned his head to the apprentices den. " DUSTPAW! " he meowed in a booming voice as he called his apprentice [ touka ] "Quillpaw and I will be in the training cave! Please follow whenever your ready " he added. Then he gazed at quillpaw and raised his brow " the holy place is the starcave . The training cave isn't as holy .." he chuckled . " c'mon !" .

They have more than one?? He definitely made the right choice joining with Thunderclan. "Haha, any cave is the heart of the home where self and ego meets! But, now I'm intrigued of this 'starcave' you speak of, hmmm.. No matter! I will add it to my list of questions." Quillpaw couldn't wait any longer, where is this sprog? "The Dustpaw!" he called out along with the warrior, "No time to dawdle, we must get our paws drumming!"
SilentLamb hxneysuckle touka

[Freesia]

(She gets scared easily so it would definitely scare her, poor kit.)
Smokekit shrunk into a ball of fur. "S-sorry." She mewed, looking up at the large, scary she. The kit sneaked around her, back to her mossball, keeping an eye on Tallmarsh. She noticed a scar on one of the she's eyes and shivered. Once she reached her mossball she hid behind it.

Tallmarsh forced a calmer expression. This kit didn't mean to hit her, and it was obvious she was frightened, most likely by her scarred appearance. "Are playing by yourself?" she asked.

[touka]

They have more than one?? He definitely made the right choice joining with Thunderclan. "Haha, any cave is the heart of the home where self and ego meets! But, now I'm intrigued of this 'starcave' you speak of, hmmm.. No matter! I will add it to my list of questions." Quillpaw couldn't wait any longer, where is this sprog? "The Dustpaw!" he called out along with the warrior, "No time to dawdle, we must get our paws drumming!"
SilentLamb hxneysuckle touka

dustpaw came padding over in suck a joyful ood " im here dont get our fur in a bunch" he said

[MagicCat99]

Tallmarsh forced a calmer expression. This kit didn't mean to hit her, and it was obvious she was frightened, most likely by her scarred appearance. "Are playing by yourself?" she asked.
"Y-yeah..." Smokekit mewed, relaxing a bit. Maybe this she wasn't that bad. "...I don't have any friends..." The she-kit confessed. She looked at her paws.

[|+sari+|]

Silhouettes

As the smaller feline collided with him, Alderstripe barely even moved and chuckled a bit before he gaze Snowflakedust a nod. "I'm alright, and I'm not gonna be crying for that now am I?" The tom asked with a cheeky grin, it was true though, with his missing eye, this tom surely had rougher times than someone bumping into him.

"But more importantly, are you alright?" The senior warrior asked softly, though, before she could answer his question, the tom's ears perked as he heard his name being called for a battle party, he gazed over at Snowflakedust as she was also called and gestured for her to follow him as he joined the leader of his battle party. "Of course, Mintfrost [ Kitty Mama ]." The brown tabby said and flicked his tail a bit before he looked over his shoulder. "Amberpaw [ |+Tired Rose Child+| ], come on, I'll get to see what you've learned as of now while we're at it." The tom said with a smile, his tone was still soft even though he had pretty much given an order to his apprentice.

He then gave Mintfrost a smile, which turned into a . "And I'd like to see what my fellow clanmates from the newer generation are made of." He said, insinuating that he was older than the warrior, and his interest in how the newer warriors had developped was high.

{ .:Raven:. } { Kitty Mama } { Silhouettes }

Amberpaw had been sitting nervously close by, waiting for whatever order her new mentor happened to throw at her. She gave him a nervous glance every now and then, but was otherwise immersed in her own thoughts. Her tail brushed along the ground, and she was gazing up at the clouds when the collision between Snowflakedust and Alderstripe caused her to jump before she whirled around at the sudden commotion, her ears pinned back on her head. She gazed, wide-eyed, at the two warriors as they interacted, then let out a tiny breath of relief when she realised they were both alright.
She suddenly heard her name called, and she glanced up, her ears still pinned back. When her mentor called for her to go over to him, she padded in his direction, her tail trailing along the ground. Yes, her mentor scares her, she'll admit that, but that didn't mean she would avoid him, even if he did grate her nerves.

"Y-yes, Alderstripe," she mewed softly, dipping her sleek, elegant head respectfully. She gave Snowflakedust and Mintfrost a curious glance. She's never interacted with the two warriors, so she didn't really know much about them, but she hoped they were nice. She gave them each a nod and a nervous hello before turning to her mentor, awaiting his instructions.

[fr0ggy]

[ Shimm ]
~~
Violetleap barged into the warrior's den, surveying the few cats in there.
"Alright. I need someone to hunt with, any takers? Looking at you Owlwatcher." She grinned widely, softly prodding the tom in the side. Her bushy tail flicked behind her in anticipation, she was excited to go hunting.

[nykyrian]

Cecily Herondale dawn feather

"It's okay..." She tuned back to Sparrowkit. "Do you wanna go look for them, or something?"
" Well we could..." she started thinking it would be a great adventure. So why not
dawn feather

[nykyrian]

Frostkit blinked. The nursery was so boring. She decided she would see if any kits wanted to play.
(open)
Tinykit was shaken after the encounter with Shadepaw I can't believe Flintstar let that mangepelt join the clan he thought bitterly. He sensed around the nursery for anyone to playwith. he heard a kit in the corner. Tinykit walked over to her and looked up at his denmate with his sightless amber eyes. " Do you want to play?" he asked her

[FuzzyRatto]

Cecily Herondale dawn feather


Pinekit appeared a little worried, but her face slowly morphed into a look of determination. "Okay... Let's go." She started toward the nursery door.

[Do you want to continue somewhere else?]

[dawn feather]

Cecily Herondale dawn feather


Pinekit appeared a little worried, but her face slowly morphed into a look of determination. "Okay... Let's go." She started toward the nursery door.

[Do you want to continue somewhere else?]
But guys, were not allowed out of the campBadgerkit complained not wanting to get in trouble

[Fuzzy]

hxneysuckle RedHead

Minktail padded back into camp. This was weird. She wasn't even a patrol leader, just took it up because no cat else did... "Uh.. Duskfeather? Flintstar?" She called trying to locate one of the two cats. Who was she supposed to report to? She didn't remember... So, she looked for them both.

[Dirtfur]

Cecily Herondale

The Turkish Angora returned from his exhausting training with Cherrybubble. Oh, how much he hated his annoying mentor! He wished he can slash at the molly's black and white pelt and use it as a coat for winter. He laid down on some moss nest that he claims as his. Weary eyes of Shadepaw going down, making the apprentice seeing black, just as he like it. The noises around him faded from existence and he now hears no sound, now in tranquility. Until a damn bright shone in his blackened eyes, making the rogue- no, the apprentice- hissed. Soon, he appeared in a starlit forest. Starry.... Seems like that fat cat wants to talk to me again.

[nykyrian]

Cecily Herondale

The Turkish Angora returned from his exhausting training with Cherrybubble. Oh, how much he hated his annoying mentor! He wished he can slash at the molly's black and white pelt and use it as a coat for winter. He laid down on some moss nest that he claims as his. Weary eyes of Shadepaw going down, making the apprentice seeing black, just as he like it. The noises around him faded from existence and he now hears no sound, now in tranquility. Until a damn bright shone in his blackened eyes, making the rogue- no, the apprentice- hissed. Soon, he appeared in a starlit forest. Starry.... Seems like that fat cat wants to talk to me again.
Oh hi long time no see Sore or is it Shadepaw she greeted the apprentice as she heard him enter the clearing Daisyfur's back to him

[Dirtfur]

Oh hi long time no see Sore or is it Shadepaw she greeted the apprentice as she heard him enter the clearing Daisyfur's back to him

"I am still Sore," the jet-black tomcat growled. "I will never be know with a warrior's name on my back!" he clawed the star-lit grass. He hated this place, always too bright. He snorted as he pounce on an unsuspecting mouse. "Pathetic..." he insulted his meal.

[nykyrian]

" You do know that you can't eat the food here until you're dead, oh... Wait you'll never get to eat the food here because dark forest cats can't come to starclan uninvited she answered as she turned around to face the Turkish angora Dirtfur

[Dirtfur]

" You do know that you can't eat the food here until you're dead, oh... Wait you'll never get to eat the food here because dark forest cats can't come to starclan uninvited she answered as she turned around to face the Turkish angora Dirtfur

"Dark Forest, eh?" Sore kinked an eyebrow at Daisyfur. The meal dazzled away into tiny stars flowing away. The Turkish Angora paid no attention to it. "Dearest me... if I am a Dark Forest cat, then how am I here?" he challenged the dead molly, aqua-blue fired up with death and challenge.

[nykyrian]

"Dark Forest, eh?" Sore kinked an eyebrow at Daisyfur. The meal dazzled away into tiny stars flowing away. The Turkish Angora paid no attention to it. "Dearest me... if I am a Dark Forest cat, then how am I here?" he challenged the dead molly, aqua-blue fired up with death and challenge.
" Because like I said you can come her if someone invites you and I brought you here." She answered calmly as she groomed her starry pelt

[Dirtfur]

" Because like I said you can come her if someone invites you and I brought you here." She answered calmly as she groomed her starry pelt

Sore glared at the dead molly. "What is the Dark Forest?" he asked again.

[lio]

[ Fuzzy ]

Duskfeather was sitting near the side of the clearing, examining the warriors around her. It was nearly time to send out new patrols, though from what she knew, there were a few who had not come back yet. She was prepared to stand up and walk to the center of the clearing when she heard her name, ears perking in response. Turning her head, Duskfeather faced Minktail, a smile on her face. "Over here, Minktail," she called, "What do you need?" Her head tilted to the side and she waited for the molly to continue.

[Aquilex]

Butterflymask emerged from the entrance into the camp clearing, fur ruffled and eyes dark with exhaustion.

[Open]
[Butterflymask has been missing for about two weeks, someone should probably ask where she's been]

[|+sari+|]

[ |+Tired Rose Child+|

Leopardpaw was resting by the edge of the clearing, chowing down on a piece of prey. She had finished all of her duties as well as her training for that day, and had decided to simply rest for the remainder of it. Her tail flicked peacefully as she ate, using clean, swift bites in order to not make a mess. The Bengal's ears swiveled around and her eyes traveled across the camp periodically, observing the happenings of the Clan around her.

Amberpaw was dozing in the corner of the clearing, having just ate and was feeling pretty at ease for a cat who spent most of her time on edge and nervous. She sighed as she dreamed, her paws twitching as she chased after a huge, juicy squirrel in her dream, a smile on her maw. She was sleeping soundly when suddenly a parade of loudly squealing kits rushed past, causing her to awaken with a yelp. She leaped to her paws, gazing down at the small youngsters sternly. "Didn't your mother's teach you how to be quiet around those trying to sleep? I don't want to be disturbed again, ya hear?" then her expression softened. "Why don't you all go play moss ball or somethin? Go on." she watched fondly as the kits bounded off, then sat back, sighing. She was feeling hungry, so she might as well get something to eat. She padded towards the fresh-kill pile, then nosed through it for a suitable meal. She longed for the fat, filling prey that came with Green-leaf. But that season was still moons away. The thought saddened her, and she grabbed a scrawny mouse, then glanced around. She padded towards a corner, stepping around a she-cat that was chowing down her own meal. Amberpaw paused a moment; even though the thought was extremely nerve-wracking, perhaps she should try to talk to the other cat. She really should get out of her introverted shell, and what better way than to say hi to someone?
Amberpaw sat a couple tail lengths from the Bengal she-cat, pasting on the friendliest smile she could. Swallowing nervously, she mewed,"Uh, hi, Leopardpaw... how's things?" she cringed inwardly at the nervousness in her voice.

[Freesia]

"Y-yeah..." Smokekit mewed, relaxing a bit. Maybe this she wasn't that bad. "...I don't have any friends..." The she-kit confessed. She looked at her paws.
Tallmarsh sighed. This was what she had feared. This little kit was playing by herself. The medicine cat laid down next to the kit so they were on the same level. “Why don’t you have any friends? Do the other kits not like you?”

[MagicCat99]

Tallmarsh sighed. This was what she had feared. This little kit was playing by herself. The medicine cat laid down next to the kit so they were on the same level. “Why don’t you have any friends? Do the other kits not like you?”
"I..." The kit thought. What was it called again? "I'm too shy to walk up to them..." Smokekit mewed. "And ask them to play or anything..." She sighed. "Aren't you the herb cat or whatever that was called? What was it again... Medicine cat?" She mewed, not wanting to talk about herself anymore.

[lio]

[ |+Tired Rose Child+| ]

Leopardpaw looked up as another apprentice approached her, her ears perking. "Hi," she greeted. The she-cats head tilted to the side as she examined the other, trying to put a name to the face. Alderpaw... Aspenpaw... Amberpaw. She gave a mental nod of affirmation and looked at Amberpaw with a smile. "There is not much happening," Leopardpaw stated after a moment, "All of my duties are finished, so I am resting for a while." She hummed and finished up her meal before passing a glance over the camp, trying to see if she could spot Dustbreeze. Her mentor was nowhere in sight, so she simply turned back to Amberpaw and waited for her to continue.

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[ |+Tired Rose Child+| touka Heartstruck Shimm vermin Silhouettes ~WolfDen~ Starfall ]

After waiting quite a while, Duskfeather decided to take matters into her own paws. Unfinished patrols? She wouldn't let that slide by her. So, with a look over the clearing, she stood in the center and began to call out those she was told were to return from patrols awhile ago.
"Bumblestep, Stormpaw, Sunsnow, Mosspaw! Hawkclaw, Owlwatcher, ​Sleepypaw, Hollowedaster! Where are you? You were to return and report your patrols, and you have not done so. This is unacceptable! All of you are prohibited from leaving camp until you have completed duties, such as cleaning out dens, and reported to me. Understood?" Her tail lashed as she spoke, her eyes narrowed. ThunderClan could not afford lazy warriors not doing their assigned jobs! She sighed and shook her head, standing and pacing back and forth. Laziness was not an option under her watch!

[ IF YOU HAVE BEEN MENTIONED BELOW, YOU HAVE BEEN ASSIGNED TO A PATROL. EACH PATROL LEADER MUST REPORT BACK BY FEBRUARY 1 AT 11:59 PM EST! IF YOU DO NOT COMPLETE THE PATROL, CONSEQUENCES SHALL ENSUE. REMEMBER, DO NOT WAIT ON ANYONE! IF A PATROL MEMBER HAS NOT REPLIED IN MORE THAN 24 HOURS, SKIP THEM! ]

After finishing that, she decided to send out new patrols- it was about time to do so. The fresh-kill pile was running low and the borders needed marked. So, forcing herself to stop pacing, she sat down and raised her voice once more.

(Optional Prompt: While traveling to the border, one of the patrol members smells a horrid scent. You all investigate, and it turns out to be fox dung, though it seems to be old.)
"Spottedheart [ .:Raven:. ], Treetiger [ SuspiciousMindz ], ​Ravenspirit [ Shimm ]! You will be heading to the Thunderglade and marking the borders. Spottedheart, you will lead the patrol. Report anything unusual." She gave a nod to the warriors before moving on, looking over the clearing with a hum to look for the others she would send out.

(Optional prompt: While marking the border, one of the patrol members smells a strange scent. What could it be?)
"Bluegorse [ BILL. ], Swifthare [ RuinsNight ], Tigerbranch [ rascalcats ], and Darkpaw [ Heartstruck ]! You are to patrol the ShadowClan border. Bluegorse, you will lead this patrol. Report anything unusual- I don't trust this supposed 'alliance' with them."

(Optional Prompt: While you are hunting, you spot a squirrel carcass. It has a strange scent on it. What will you do?)
The deputy tapped her tail on the ground, feeling as though she were missing something. Then it clicked. A hunting patrol! Duskfeather snickered at her forgetfulness, though it was the first time she had sent out patrols! She shook her head and looked forward. The obvious choice for the hunting patrol would be the former deputy, giving him a chance to redeem himself. After a few moments of thinking, she decided to do it. She only hoped he wasn't too angry at her.
"Buckbranch [ Slushie ], Foxbound [ RedHead ], and Duskpaw [ Spiritjumps ]! You will go to the RiverClan border and hunt. If the marker needs renewed, do so! Buckbranch, you will lead this patrol. Enjoy your hunt!" She gave a smile towards them before sitting back, satisfied with herself. Hopefully the patrols would actually return in time...

[Vessel]

BILL. RuinsNight rascalcats

Darkapaw immediately hopped up and dashed around, trying to find his patrol members because of course, he was going to be the patrol leader.

"Bluegorse! Swifthare! Tigerbranch! Come on come on come ON we gotta get GOIN'!"

[dino.]

[ RedHead Spiritjumps ]

The tortoiseshell raised his head at the mention of his name, and he blinked blearily around the clearing. Hunting patrol? Why am I... He shook his head. Didn't matter. Duskfeather was only being nice to him, and at least he had Foxbound to accompany him. With a grunt he hauled himself up, then padded over to the slowly gathering crowd. He knew Foxbound wouldn't cause any issues; though Duskpaw might end up becoming a problem. He didn't know the young cat very well. As he approached the new deputy, he gave her a respectful nod, but his expression remained neutral. Duskfeather may have been being kind to him, but that didn't mean he had to go and be all nicey-nice, too.

[Fuzzy]

hxneysuckle
Wow, she didn't expect such a fast response. Swallowing she pieces together her report. "The WindClan border patrol is over." Minktail started. "WindClan has marked the border but left it where it was. I also had to take up as leader of the patrol because Goldenshade left... Cranerose and Tigerdawn followed me to the border but didn't help Mark or check it." The young warrior added

[lio]

[ Fuzzy ]

She listened along to Minktail's report, mind working to understand the words. After she finished, Duskfeather gave a nod and a smile, a grateful look in her eyes. "Thank you for finishing the patrol and reporting, Minktail. You may get yourself some prey if you wish, as well as some rest. I will report to Flintstar about Goldenshade leaving. Also, if you will, could you send Tigerdawn and Cranerose to speak with me the next time you see them?" she asked, dipping her head to the warrior before padding off without another word. It seemed as though ThunderClan needed some work about their activity levels. With a sigh, Duskfeather made a note to go to to the leader's den whenever she could.

[BEAR.]

Oh, he was leading a patrol today? Wonderful! He was happy to do anything to help the Clan get back on its paws.

Stretching as he stood, Bluegorse joined Darkpaw with a shake of his head. "Let's wait a second to see if the others join us, then we'll go."

[ RuinsNight, rascalcats, Heartstruck ]

[RedHead]

The ginger she-cat was instantly on her paws at Duskfeather’s call for patrols, listening to each before she turned to look for Buckbranch. She was glad Duskfeather was at least trying to be nice, that boosted Foxbound’s opinion of the new deputy. Spotting the tortoiseshell tom, Foxbound walked over, giving him a friendly smile. She wished she could’ve comforted him after his outburst, but she’d also felt like... she shouldn’t. She was confused. But she assumed it would be fine, she’s figure it out, just like she figured out everything else. ”Duskpaw! Let’s get headed out!” Foxbound called for her apprentice her tail flicking as she glanced around the clearing.

Spiritjumps Slushie

[Gone]

Spottedheart's ears perked as she was called for a patrol, and to add to it, she was gonna lead it! She had to admit that leading her first patrol did make her quite nervous, but she'd do it.

Her gaze then drifted across camp to see if the ones she had been called on her patrol were nearby "Treetiger? Ravenglade?" She asked as she made her
way around camp to spot the two.

Shimm SuspiciousMindz

(This post is pretty short, just didn't quite know what to write.)

[Sweetie]

The senior warrior padded towards the young blood, "Ravenspirit, but yes?" Politely correcting the young warrior. His black-tabby blended well with the shadows, especially at night. His yellow eyes looking for the last patrol member.
SuspiciousMindz .:Raven:.

[Gone]

Spottedheart realised her mistake and felt flustered, she had always messed up words and names in huge conversation, often mixing a few, so much that she had once ended up calling Violeteye, Alderstripe's mate Violetstripe. "I'm really sorry..." She apologized and met his gaze afterwards. "We need to go to the Thunderglade and mark the borders." She explained and looked around for the last member of the patrol as well.

Shimm SuspiciousMindz

[Ever]

Pinepaw gave her coat a thorough washing. She liked it when her dazzling silver pelt looked its best. What was the point of such beautiful mackerel stripes if they weren't smooth and shining in the sun? Her golden eyes watched the apprentice den and side of the clearing, hoping for some action. It would be nice to have some others to talk to. She didn't have any friends since Pantherpaw had returned to the twolegs. The reality of it still stung in her chest. She missed him, but would not go back to that useless place. She couldn't stand being cooped up ever again after experiencing the forest life.

Spiritjumps Sneakyfox55

[|+sari+|]

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|+Tired Rose Child+|

Mintfrost's gaze traveled over Flintstar and his ragged appearance in quiet calculation. He looked and sounded a mess, and he felt like he was observing a private moment that wasn't meant for anybody but the leader himself. A lump of discomfort rose in his throat, but he was cautious to react outwardly and stayed composed. The scene was tough to continue living in, yet he couldn't walk away or even avert his gaze, as if worried it was the glue keeping Flintstar from shattering into pieces. When his name came up in the ceremony proceedings, it brought down his entire gray-rocking charade as his jaw fell open, head leaning to the side. It was on numb paws that he ghosted forward, the clearing moving around him in flashes of color while he neared the Highpeak to greet his new... his new apprentice. Yes, that was it. "Herringpaw," he greeted, voice a gentle albeit firm rumble. "..I suppose I am your mentor." After he said that, he waited, gauging the reaction with subdued curiosity until he went on, "It would be an honor to not just train you but learn from you as well." It was a two-way street to Mintfrost, they were a duo now.

{ Kitty Mama }

(( Since I hadn't been able to respond to them meeting, I decided to move that rp here to get it going ^^ ))

Herringpaw was settled in a corner, humming contentedly to himself as he watched the proceedings going on around him. He perked up as the leader called a clan meeting, his ears swiveled towards the Highpeak where the leader was perched. The silver tabby's blue eyes traveled over the Clan leader. He knew that Flintstar wasn't faring too well as of late, and Herring knew that Thunderclan was vulnerable because of it. Suddenly he heard his name called and his ears perked up, his posture alert. The apprentice dipped his head respectfully, then gazed around for his mentor. Noticing Mintfrost approaching him, Herringpaw wriggled excitedly, his hindquarters shaking with anticipation. It was not even a second after Mintfrost approached when Herringpaw eagerly burst out, "Hi, Mintfrost! When will we start training?! What will we do first?! I want to start right away! Can we, pleeaase?!"
He hopped around his new mentor with enthusiasm. Then he froze. What if his mentor wasn't up to it? His ears reddened with embarrassment.

"I-I-I m-mean... I mean, if you're tired, we can always wait until tomorrow..." he huffed, embarrassed with himself. I really need to curb my enthusiasm, it seems to make me forget about others.

[RuinsNight]

BILL. RuinsNight rascalcats

Darkapaw immediately hopped up and dashed around, trying to find his patrol members because of course, he was going to be the patrol leader.

"Bluegorse! Swifthare! Tigerbranch! Come on come on come ON we gotta get GOIN'!"

Swifthare stood up and stretched "alright alright lets get going then just next time do not run around yellong like there is a fire please" she yawns

[BEAR.]

With Swifthare joining them, Bluegorse flicked his tail as he started to leave camp. "Let's go! If Tigerbranch wants to catch up, he's free to-- but there's no point in wasting our time here if he's not with us yet."

[ RuinsNight, rascalcats, Heartstruck -- make sure you mention the other patrol members please! I'll make a post real quick at the border. ]

[FuzzyRatto]

But guys, were not allowed out of the campBadgerkit complained not wanting to get in trouble
Cecily Herondale

Pinekit stopped and turned her head to face the two other kits. "...Um... Not me either... But maybe they're still in camp! But also, we cold, um, ask the deputy if he could have someone go with us."

[Ever]

Dustbreeze sat in a more open part of the clearing, calmly grooming her pelt. Things were going fairly well in her life now, and she had a much more positive look at the future of Thunderclan. They had a wonderful leader, and he had finally gotten rid of that traitorous deputy in lieu for a trustworthy and hardworking molly. The sun was high in the sky and she hoped to find another warrior to share tongues with and see what was happening. She had come out of a period of feeling pretty tired and down, so she was feeling like she could use some catching up on what was happening lately.

hxneysuckle

[RedHead]

Flintstar gave a look of disappointment towards Buckbranch’s retreating form, but he didn’t have much else to say. What was done was done. “This meeting is now dismissed! Everyone, back to your duties!” Then the leader leaped down from the highpeak, sitting down in front of his den and glancing towards Duskfeather to make sure she was getting the patrol moving.

hxneysuckle

[lio]

Dustbreeze sat in a more open part of the clearing, calmly grooming her pelt. Things were going fairly well in her life now, and she had a much more positive look at the future of Thunderclan. They had a wonderful leader, and he had finally gotten rid of that traitorous deputy in lieu for a trustworthy and hardworking molly. The sun was high in the sky and she hoped to find another warrior to share tongues with and see what was happening. She had come out of a period of feeling pretty tired and down, so she was feeling like she could use some catching up on what was happening lately.

hxneysuckle

Duskfeather stepped into camp, a mouse in her jaws. She had gone out on a short hunting trip, wanting to stretch her legs and provide food for the Clan. The Torbie made her way to the fresh-kill pile and placed her prey onto it, though she wished she could have caught more. Turning around, Duskfeather cast a glance over the camp, deciding what to do next. She caught sight of Dustbreeze grooming herself and made her way over to the she-cat, a smile on her lips. "Hey, Dustbreeze," she greeted, "How are you?" Duskfeather sat down next to the molly, tilting her head kindly.

[Ever]

Duskfeather stepped into camp, a mouse in her jaws. She had gone out on a short hunting trip, wanting to stretch her legs and provide food for the Clan. The Torbie made her way to the fresh-kill pile and placed her prey onto it, though she wished she could have caught more. Turning around, Duskfeather cast a glance over the camp, deciding what to do next. She caught sight of Dustbreeze grooming herself and made her way over to the she-cat, a smile on her lips. "Hey, Dustbreeze," she greeted, "How are you?" Duskfeather sat down next to the molly, tilting her head kindly.

I'm doing allright." Dustbreeze replied, she gave a wecloming smile to Duskfeather. "How are you duties going? Adjusting well to the new role?"

The tortoiseshell molly could not imagine being a deputy herself. That was far too many eyes, expectations and stress for her. She was glad that she was starting to see her own role in the clan now. Though she was going to work towards it in her own way. Her bushy orange and brown tail tapped happily against the ground as she turned towards the deputy. Her sage gaze eyed Duskfeather carefully, trying to notice any signs of weight on the other cat's expression.

[lio]

[ BILL. Kitty Mama Blissie Bliss SilentLamb ]

As soon as the meeting was dismissed, Duskfeather hopped to her paws to gather her patrol. "Lionwhisker, Mintfrost, Linnetwing!" she called. While waiting for them to join her, the Torbie decided to bring another warrior with them just in case. She passed a quick glance over the Clan before nodding to herself, tail twitching. "Bluegorse, you'll join us as well. We will leave immediately!" Duskfeather then rushed to the fresh-kill pile, grabbing two mice before nodding to her patrol and leading them into the territory.

[Sneakyfox55]

Pinepaw gave her coat a thorough washing. She liked it when her dazzling silver pelt looked its best. What was the point of such beautiful mackerel stripes if they weren't smooth and shining in the sun? Her golden eyes watched the apprentice den and side of the clearing, hoping for some action. It would be nice to have some others to talk to. She didn't have any friends since Pantherpaw had returned to the twolegs. The reality of it still stung in her chest. She missed him, but would not go back to that useless place. She couldn't stand being cooped up ever again after experiencing the forest life.

Spiritjumps Sneakyfox55

Brightpaw shook his pelt, exiting the apprentice den quietly. His eyes lit up when he spotted Pinepaw, and he bounded over. "Hi!" he mewed cheerily.

[lio]

I'm doing allright." Dustbreeze replied, she gave a wecloming smile to Duskfeather. "How are you duties going? Adjusting well to the new role?"

The tortoiseshell molly could not imagine being a deputy herself. That was far too many eyes, expectations and stress for her. She was glad that she was starting to see her own role in the clan now. Though she was going to work towards it in her own way. Her bushy orange and brown tail tapped happily against the ground as she turned towards the deputy. Her sage gaze eyed Duskfeather carefully, trying to notice any signs of weight on the other cat's expression.

She settled into a crouch, humming quietly to herself as she thought over Dustbreeze's question. "I believe I'm settling into it quite nicely," the she-cat mewed after a few heartbeats. Duskfeather chuckled lightly, her tail twitching against her side. "Not as many duties as you'd think, really. Of course, I have more responsibility now, but not too much that I'm stressed out. Though that could always change." The Torbie shrugged, looking down and placing a paw over a leaf in front of her before turning back to Dustbreeze. "So, anything new happen to you lately?" she asked.

[Ever]

She settled into a crouch, humming quietly to herself as she thought over Dustbreeze's question. "I believe I'm settling into it quite nicely," the she-cat mewed after a few heartbeats. Duskfeather chuckled lightly, her tail twitching against her side. "Not as many duties as you'd think, really. Of course, I have more responsibility now, but not too much that I'm stressed out. Though that could always change." The Torbie shrugged, looking down and placing a paw over a leaf in front of her before turning back to Dustbreeze. "So, anything new happen to you lately?" she asked.

"Nothin out of the ordinary." Dustbreeze replied with a shrug. She was glad yo see that Duskfeather seemed to be doing well with the new role
a faint smile touched her lips. She knew her good mood was probably from a bad cause and that her crush was silly, but she couldn't help her emotions. She was young and she'd never had anyone believe in her so much. She debating telling Dusk, but decided it was better kept private until discussed further.

"The fresh kill pike is starting to get low. This leaf bare has been very different from the last. So much ice and not that much snow. It's made the prey more cautious to come out I think." She said, keeping the conversation going. She really aught to get out for a little hunt before the day was over. It would do no good for her to spend too much time relaxing and chatting when she should be out providing for her clan. She'd just stick close to camp, to the familiar territory.

[SuspiciousMindz]

The senior warrior padded towards the young blood, "Ravenspirit, but yes?" Politely correcting the young warrior. His black-tabby blended well with the shadows, especially at night. His yellow eyes looking for the last patrol member.
SuspiciousMindz .:Raven:.
Spottedheart realised her mistake and felt flustered, she had always messed up words and names in huge conversation, often mixing a few, so much that she had once ended up calling Violeteye, Alderstripe's mate Violetstripe. "I'm really sorry..." She apologized and met his gaze afterwards. "We need to go to the Thunderglade and mark the borders." She explained and looked around for the last member of the patrol as well.

Shimm SuspiciousMindz


Treetiger (https://suspiciousroleplays.weebly.com/treetiger.html) was quick to make an appearance near the cats that she was assigned to go on patrol with. The warrior had been known to be a little weird and... predictive about certain things, but it up to the other two to handle her presence the way they choose. "Lead the way," the she-cat spoke, eyes seeming to dart towards something between the other two warriors. Nothing was there, but she swore she had just seen something there...

(Henry)Look at them... judging you... judging us

Her brows furrowed and the she-cat shook her head a bit, but quickly offered the other two an uncertain smile.

[lio]

"Nothin out of the ordinary." Dustbreeze replied with a shrug. She was glad yo see that Duskfeather seemed to be doing well with the new role
a faint smile touched her lips. She knew her good mood was probably from a bad cause and that her crush was silly, but she couldn't help her emotions. She was young and she'd never had anyone believe in her so much. She debating telling Dusk, but decided it was better kept private until discussed further.

"The fresh kill pike is starting to get low. This leaf bare has been very different from the last. So much ice and not that much snow. It's made the prey more cautious to come out I think." She said, keeping the conversation going. She really aught to get out for a little hunt before the day was over. It would do no good for her to spend too much time relaxing and chatting when she should be out providing for her clan. She'd just stick close to camp, to the familiar territory.

Duskfeather followed the she-cat's gaze to the fresh-kill pile, nodding in agreement. "I could only find a little mouse from my recent hunt," she commented, a sigh breathing past her lips. The deputy rose to her paws and stretched, purring as her back gave a satisfying pop. She cast a kind smile to Dustbreeze, her tail flicking. "I'll have to head out again soon, though I'd like to watch the camp for a while. I need to make sure some ThunderClanners aren't being lazy little bums." She winked, chuckling to herself at the joke.

[Ever]

Duskfeather followed the she-cat's gaze to the fresh-kill pile, nodding in agreement. "I could only find a little mouse from my recent hunt," she commented, a sigh breathing past her lips. The deputy rose to her paws and stretched, purring as her back gave a satisfying pop. She cast a kind smile to Dustbreeze, her tail flicking. "I'll have to head out again soon, though I'd like to watch the camp for a while. I need to make sure some ThunderClanners aren't being lazy little bums." She winked, chuckling to herself at the joke.

Dustbreeze tried to not be embarrassed about the joke. Why was it so hard gor her to keep that confidence she wanted to feel? Her face glued into a meek grin as her ears tilted out a little. She just didn't have that sort of spunk to make bold jokes like that. Especially with it being the deputy. Sometimes she was worried they would truly think she was lazy because she didnt really want to be a warrior anymore. She was just working through it slowly, and she had an apprentice that she needed to mentor to a warrior before anything. She would never give up on Leopardpaw. So instead she shook away her self consciousness and gave a more light hearted smile to Duskfeather.

"I will be heading out later too." She clarified. "I also need to get hunting with Leopardpaw. I think I've been focusing too much on battle training lately."

[lio]

[ RedHead ]

Toadbounce had been grooming himself in the clearing, offering winks and smirks to anyone who passed him. He hadn't been on a patrol nor had he done any duties that day, prefering to instead sit in the camp and flirt all day long. That pretty little thing they had as a deputy hadn't noticed him yet, so why should he bother? The fluffy tabby snickered to himself, casting a half-lidded glance over the clearing before his gaze settled on the leader's den. As much as he loved to flirt with any lucky tom or she-cat he found to be pretty, Toadbounce could only say that one specific tom had caught his gaze.
The dearest Flintstar.
He had seen the tom disappear into his den some time ago, and after a few heartbeats he decided to pay the leader a visit. Rising to his paws and stretching, being sure to allow the sun to shine on his luxurious fur, Toadbounce began his short journey to Flintstar's den. His hips swayed as he walked, strutting confidently up to the entrance. The tom stopped just outside, lowering his voice into a sultry purr as he called out for the leader, "Oh, Flinty! May we have a little chat?" His tail twitched, his ears perked to listen for Flintstar's given permission. He knew the leader wouldn't reject-- who could resist the honor of being faced with his beauty?

[lio]

Dustbreeze tried to not be embarrassed about the joke. Why was it so hard gor her to keep that confidence she wanted to feel? Her face glued into a meek grin as her ears tilted out a little. She just didn't have that sort of spunk to make bold jokes like that. Especially with it being the deputy. Sometimes she was worried they would truly think she was lazy because she didnt really want to be a warrior anymore. She was just working through it slowly, and she had an apprentice that she needed to mentor to a warrior before anything. She would never give up on Leopardpaw. So instead she shook away her self consciousness and gave a more light hearted smile to Duskfeather.

"I will be heading out later too." She clarified. "I also need to get hunting with Leopardpaw. I think I've been focusing too much on battle training lately."



Her smile fell into a frown as Dustbreeze's demeanor changed, though she didn't press on it. If the she-cat wanted to speak, she would, and Duskfeather had no business pressing on it. So she allowed her to continue, listening intently and smiling once more, her expression full of warmth and kindness. "Ah, yes, Leopardpaw. She seems to be a fine apprentice, and will make a wonderful warrior. I wish you and her luck with the training. Now, I must get to my work. Have plentiful hunting!" Duskfeather dipped her head politely, casting a reassuring look to the warrior before stepping away, moving off to do her own duties within the Clan.

[Gone]

After seeing Treetiger finally join them, Spottedheart gave the she-cat a smile and gestured for her to follow along with Ravenspirit. Again, the she-cat was pretty nervous about leading her first ever patrol, but it didn't seem too complicated, and with Ravenspirit, she had someone she could rely on in case she did something wrong, she had been a little worried about Treetiger not joining them, after all, the more warriors they were on duties like this, the safer she felt, with that, the molly slipped out into the territory.

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[Wings]

Duskpaw pelted over to Foxbound, she was late, really late. "I'm sorry! I'm really sorry! She began to babble about why she was late and such.
[ Slushie RedHead ]

[dino.]

[ RedHead Spiritjumps ]

Buckbranch returned Foxbound's smile, albeit a bit hesitantly. He knew, like Sunsnow and Duskfeather, that he couldn't exactly afford to be angry with her; his demotion was no one's fault but his own, not even Flintstar's, and he was willing to admit that. But he felt... awkward, in a way. Perhaps it was the last meeting. He knew she had seen him. Why hadn't she talked to him? Had he done something wrong, something that upset her?
Duskpaw's meow tugged him away from his worrying thoughts, and he blinked at the young apprentice warmly, he expression seeming a little kinder. "It's fine," he assured her, nudging her gently with one paw - mostly to stop her rambling. "But we should probably get going. I'd like to be back in camp reporting to Duskfeather before dark. How about we head closer to WindClan? They've been pretty silent; I don't think we'll have trouble." Buckbranch had decided that if he could no longer practice his assertiveness as deputy, he was going to start applying it during patrols, beginning now. It was the only thing he felt would be able to distract him from the guilt that was biting at his belly. As he stood, his tail curled, and he decided that he couldn't stand it any longer. Tomorrow he was apologizing to Flintstar. Then he was going to ask Duskfeather to send him on any available patrol. I will redeem myself, but first I have to finish this patrol.
"Unless you two have any better ideas for hunting, we should probably get going." He blinked at the two she-cats in front of him. Of course he was open to ideas, but if they had none, he was determined to stick to his original plan.

[Wings]

Duskpaw looked down, embarrassed when Buckbranch tapped her. She nodded at the idea to go to the Windclan boarder. She'd like to get to know the territory a bit better and she hadn't been over there for a while. She looked at Foxbound to see if she wanted to go anywhere else.
[ Slushie RedHead ]

[lio]

[ Ever ]

Toadbounce sat in the center of the clearing, his paws stretched out in order to put his beauty on display. His fur glistened in the light of the sun, its position giving direct rays to his fluffy pelt. The tom gave a sultry look over the clearing, looking to see if anyone was staring at him. Who could resist the temptation? His long, silky pelt splayed out, his sunshine eyes half-lidded and inviting, almost daring for anyone to approach him. Toadbounce paid no mind to those who walked by, however, giving a simple wink to the pretty ones and a grimace to the other... things. A smile danced along his lips as he rested, his tail curled around his side and tapping against the soft fur gently. If only he had a pretty kitty to shed some of his charm onto...

[RedHead]

Okay, I think it’s all getting better... kinda... not really? Flintstar lashed his tail as he sat down, taking a break from his pacing across the den. The tom trusted Duskfeather and what she was doing for the clan, but he was also nervous about Buckbranch. And how badly he may have severed their... friendship? Was it even that?
You know what, we’re not gonna think about this right now. I deserve a mind break. The leader then closed his eyes to try and relax himself, preparing to go out in the clearing and pay his clanmates a visit. But his green optics snapped right back open again at the sound of a voice outside his den. It sounded... flirty? And like... Toadbounce? Yeah that’s Toadbounce. Flintstar confirmed upon catching the scent that drifted into his den from outside. And Toadbounce was also a known flirt... so...
With a small chuckle, the leader turned to face the entrance, a slight purr in his chest as he spoke. “Only if it’s not about something totally boring, I’d be up for a little chat.” He meowed in response.

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[lio]

[ RedHead ]

Before the leader had even finished speaking, he sashayed into the den, his head held high and proud as he made an entrance. His sunshine gaze immediately came to focus on Flintstar, a smirk pulling at his lips at the sight of the admittedly handsome tom. "Oh, you know me, dear Flintstar. No conversation of mine is boring," Toadbounce purred, punctuating his words with a wink.
He strutted towards the leader, stopping only when he was hovering beside him. The warrior's gaze trailed up and down Flintstar's form as he examined him, seeming to like what he saw as his smirk grew into a grin. Toadbounce absentmindedly let his tail give a gentle brush against Flintstar's flank, half-lidded eyes moving to meet the other's own. "How are you feeling, gorgeous? You seem quite... tense." As he spoke, Toadbounce leaned closer to the leader, being sure to breath warm air against his cheek. A purr seemed to permanently rumble in his chest, a quiet, soothing sound to accompany his sultry words. All at once, Toadbounce pulled away, taking some steps back and stretching, side-eyeing Flintstar to see if he was watching. He knew the reputation he had, and he loved it.
But not as much as he loved making others swoon.

[Ever]

[ Ever ]

Toadbounce sat in the center of the clearing, his paws stretched out in order to put his beauty on display. His fur glistened in the light of the sun, its position giving direct rays to his fluffy pelt. The tom gave a sultry look over the clearing, looking to see if anyone was staring at him. Who could resist the temptation? His long, silky pelt splayed out, his sunshine eyes half-lidded and inviting, almost daring for anyone to approach him. Toadbounce paid no mind to those who walked by, however, giving a simple wink to the pretty ones and a grimace to the other... things. A smile danced along his lips as he rested, his tail curled around his side and tapping against the soft fur gently. If only he had a pretty kitty to shed some of his charm onto...

Cedarstream padded up quietly behind the tom, sitting a tail length away. She looked at him out of the corner of her eye, jade gaze slowly looking the tom over. She smirked. Personally, she found her own tabby swirls superior to the stripes, but she couldn't help but admire his dashing looks. She delicately wrapped her filky smooth tail around her white from paws and let her pelt soak in the sun beside the tom.

"Anything new in your day Toaddance?" She asked casually, castin a clance into his face before lowering her gaze to focus on gromming a striped shoulder or her own brown classic tabby pelt. She always needed to be sure that every hair was in perfect place. She also needed to get out for a hunt soon. The last thing she would allow herself to be today was lazy.

[RedHead]

Okay woah. Flintstar had been flirted with before, yes. And he’d flirted with others many times before, also yes. But Toadbounce was bringing a whole new level of flirting in, and the leader wasn’t sure if he could handle it. From the tom’s close proximity and.... his, not so subtle way of checking him out, Flintstar could feel himself growing slightly flustered. He swallowed, giving a small flirty smile back. Maybe he could keep up with Toadbounce. “I suppose you’re right, I shouldn’t doubt you so quickly.” He purred, before giving a slight tilt of his head. But then Toadbounce seemed to be even closer, and now Flintstar needed space.... and then, he was granted with it. Toadbounce had stepped away, and Flintstar actually let out a small huff of relief. He liked being physically close in proximity to others but when he wasn’t the one initiating it... well... it became a little bit more difficult for him to handle.
“I’m... doing just great you know? Not tense at all. Pretty loose actually, got some sleep, feeling great, ready for anything you know?” The leader gave a small laugh, trying to cover up his previous... flustered state with a loose smile.

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[lio]

Cedarstream padded up quietly behind the tom, sitting a tail length away. She looked at him out of the corner of her eye, jade gaze slowly looking the tom over. She smirked. Personally, she found her own tabby swirls superior to the stripes, but she couldn't help but admire his dashing looks. She delicately wrapped her filky smooth tail around her white from paws and let her pelt soak in the sun beside the tom.

"Anything new in your day Toaddance?" She asked casually, castin a clance into his face before lowering her gaze to focus on gromming a striped shoulder or her own brown classic tabby pelt. She always needed to be sure that every hair was in perfect place. She also needed to get out for a hunt soon. The last thing she would allow herself to be today was lazy.

His gaze flickered to Cedarstream, a smirk making its way to his lips. "I've been rather bored I must say, nothing of importance happening," he replied, "Though now that you're here, my day has brightened quite a bit." Toadbounce winked toward the she-cat, snickering silently to himself. He remained in his position for many more heartbeats before rising to his paws, flicking his tail in Cedarstream's direction. "How about you, darling? Anything fun happen lately?" he inquired, head tilting to the side as he not-so-subtly scanned her pretty pelt.

[Ever]

His gaze flickered to Cedarstream, a smirk making its way to his lips. "I've been rather bored I must say, nothing of importance happening," he replied, "Though now that you're here, my day has brightened quite a bit." Toadbounce winked toward the she-cat, snickering silently to himself. He remained in his position for many more heartbeats before rising to his paws, flicking his tail in Cedarstream's direction. "How about you, darling? Anything fun happen lately?" he inquired, head tilting to the side as he not-so-subtly scanned her pretty pelt.

"Unfortunately not..." She said with a sigh, lifting her eye to look at him once again. All in time to catch him with, then to see as he let his eyes run along her. Cedar rolled her own and smirked, twisting so that her other side was now towards him. She tapped her tail with clear annoyance against the ground, not impressed with his inability to hide such a look.

"Like what you see?" She said in a low half growl- half teasing purr, smiling through her teeth at him. Cedarstream was no stranger to flaunting her own looks, she quite enjoyed it actually. The molly thought quite highly of herself, though not as openly as she knew Toadbounce's obnoxious flirting to be. Her jode eyes held the light of a challenge within them as she watched the warrior carefully.

[lio]

[ RedHead Ever ]

His effect on the leader was no secret. Toadbounce knew how glorious his presence could be, and he made it obvious. After stretching, the tabby sat down and began to groom himself, humming quietly. He continued doing so for many, many heartbeats, making his fur absolutely pristine- not that it wasn't already. Once finished, however, Toadbounce stood and began to inch closer to Flintstar, an amused glint in his eye. Oh, how he loved that beautiful flustered look on the leader's face, no matter how hard he tried (and failed) to hide it!
"Oh? How... interesting," Toadbounce drawled, allowing his gaze to linger on Flintstar's side before he dragged it back up to his eyes. It wasn't long before he was circling around the leader, remaining just close enough for their fur to brush with every pass. "Anything, you say?" he inquired, stopping in front of Flintstar and leaning dangerously close to his ear, "are you sure you're ready for anything?" He stared into Flintstar's eyes, almost daring him to look away as he allowed his tail to graze over the leader's shoulder.

[Ever]

Cedarstream quietly approached the leader's den. She was going to ask Flintstar if there was anything in particular that she could be doing to help the clan out, and didn't think that there might be anything going on in his den. The pretty classic tabby gave her chest a couple quick licks to make sure her silky fur was perfect. Then, she strolled right past the entry, softly calling his name.

"Flintstar..." She called, a bit a purr to her voice. Though as she peered into the den she stopped dead in her tracks as she noticed Toadbounce and their... closeness. Her jade gaze went wide and her maw dropped into an 'o' for a moment. With a flick of amusement from her tail she gave a mocking look between the two of them, raising a brow.

"Am I... interrupting something her?" She purred teasingly, gaze flicking between the two. She wouldn't be suprised if Toadbounce would react smugly after getting caught in his flirtacious moment.

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[lio]

"Unfortunately not..." She said with a sigh, lifting her eye to look at him once again. All in time to catch him with, then to see as he let his eyes run along her. Cedar rolled her own and smirked, twisting so that her other side was now towards him. She tapped her tail with clear annoyance against the ground, not impressed with his inability to hide such a look.

"Like what you see?" She said in a low half growl- half teasing purr, smiling through her teeth at him. Cedarstream was no stranger to flaunting her own looks, she quite enjoyed it actually. The molly thought quite highly of herself, though not as openly as she knew Toadbounce's obnoxious flirting to be. Her jode eyes held the light of a challenge within them as she watched the warrior carefully.

What a feisty little thing she was! Though, Toadbounce had to admit, he didn't mind a challenge. A change of pace was always good. And if this pretty kitty wanted to play, he was glad to oblige. "Why yes," he purred, "How could I resist a look at such a stunning molly such as yourself?" The tabby chuckled lightly, looking toward her through a half-lidded gaze. He flicked an ear, tilting his head almost playfully. Giving his own body a twist, he turned to groom his pelt, being sure to move in just the right way for the light to almost glow against his tabby fur.

[Ever]

What a feisty little thing she was! Though, Toadbounce had to admit, he didn't mind a challenge. A change of pace was always good. And if this pretty kitty wanted to play, he was glad to oblige. "Why yes," he purred, "How could I resist a look at such a stunning molly such as yourself?" The tabby chuckled lightly, looking toward her through a half-lidded gaze. He flicked an ear, tilting his head almost playfully. Giving his own body a twist, he turned to groom his pelt, being sure to move in just the right way for the light to almost glow against his tabby fur.

The brown and white molly rolled her eyes, white snout sticking indignantly into the air so she could look down her muzzle at him. He was so obvious with his game, it was sickening. She flicked her tail with disinterest and resumed her grooming. Though she did chuckle to herself then grumble under her breath. "Some of you toms, absolutely insuffrable."

Her eyes glanced back up, she'd said it loud enough for him to hear and hoped it would ruffle that pretty long fur of his. It would be fun to get a bit of a rise out of him. She couldn't help herself, it was just so amusing to tease.

[lio]

The brown and white molly rolled her eyes, white snout sticking indignantly into the air so she could look down her muzzle at him. He was so obvious with his game, it was sickening. She flicked her tail with disinterest and resumed her grooming. Though she did chuckle to herself then grumble under her breath. "Some of you toms, absolutely insuffrable."

Her eyes glanced back up, she'd said it loud enough for him to hear and hoped it would ruffle that pretty long fur of his. It would be fun to get a bit of a rise out of him. She couldn't help herself, it was just so amusing to tease.

Toadbounce couldn't help but to chuckle. Ah, a sharp tongue to match those pretty lips! How endearing, he must admit. The tom sat down and raised his paw to his chest in mock offense, though amusement shone clear in his eyes. "Aw, come on, darling. No need to be hurtful," he blinked toward her with a dramatic pout, voice tinted with laughter. Toadbounce circled around Cedarstream, blatantly checking her out as he did so. His hips swayed as he walked, his pawsteps calculated in just the right way to give a satisfactory sashay. At least, to him it was.
To him, it was perfect.

[Ever]

Toadbounce couldn't help but to chuckle. Ah, a sharp tongue to match those pretty lips! How endearing, he must admit. The tom sat down and raised his paw to his chest in mock offense, though amusement shone clear in his eyes. "Aw, come on, darling. No need to be hurtful," he blinked toward her with a dramatic pout, voice tinted with laughter. Toadbounce circled around Cedarstream, blatantly checking her out as he did so. His hips swayed as he walked, his pawsteps calculated in just the right way to give a satisfactory sashay. At least, to him it was.
To him, it was perfect.

She gave him a glare with a smile that didn't match the heat in her eyes as he feigned insult. Her tail tip curled with interest but she turned away from him, rolling her head only to see him as he circled around her. She gave him a smile through her teeth.

"Didn't get a good enough look the first time or are you trying to subject my eyes to more of a sore sight than they had wanted?" Her voice came out as a teasing purr. He seemed to be enjoying the game then, though hopefully not seriously. It was an honest shame if a cat were to take her sarcasm and teasing to heart, she would actually be hurt by that as well.

[lio]

She gave him a glare with a smile that didn't match the heat in her eyes as he feigned insult. Her tail tip curled with interest but she turned away from him, rolling her head only to see him as he circled around her. She gave him a smile through her teeth.

"Didn't get a good enough look the first time or are you trying to subject my eyes to more of a sore sight than they had wanted?" Her voice came out as a teasing purr. He seemed to be enjoying the game then, though hopefully not seriously. It was an honest shame if a cat were to take her sarcasm and teasing to heart, she would actually be hurt by that as well.

He snickered in response. "So beautiful I can't keep my eyes off you," the tom hummed, allowing his gaze to sluggishly travel up Cedarstream's frame before settling on her eyes once more. The fire burning within them only encouraged him further, a smirk dancing along his lips. "A rose with thorns," Toadbounce mumbled, taking a step closer so their fur brushed as he passed her by. He allowed his tail to linger on her side before retreating to the distance he had been formerly, a challenge in his sunshine eyes.

[Ever]

He snickered in response. "So beautiful I can't keep my eyes off you," the tom hummed, allowing his gaze to sluggishly travel up Cedarstream's frame before settling on her eyes once more. The fire burning within them only encouraged him further, a smirk dancing along his lips. "A rose with thorns," Toadbounce mumbled, taking a step closer so their fur brushed as he passed her by. He allowed his tail to linger on her side before retreating to the distance he had been formerly, a challenge in his sunshine eyes.

Cedarstream's jaw snapped at the air where his tail had been moments before, teeth making a sharp crack in the air. A low grumble of protest sounded in the base of her throat as she glared at Toadbounce. He was wasting her precious moments of relaxation.

"You aught to be careful, I unlike others, may bite." She warned the tom in a snarl, pushing to her paws. She could continue working on the silky smooth perfection of her coat later. The tabby pushed past Toad's little performance ring, purposefully cutting close enough to snap her tail into his face as she strut past him. Cedarstream looked over her shoulder, she couldn't truly be mad at him though. He was certainly a little more entertaining than most.

"I am going to make use of my time this afternoon." She said, voice sickly sweet. She didnt invite him nor did she turn away his company, the molly simply turned towards the territory ready for a hunt.

[Sweetie]

The large and brown Maine coon opened his eyes, it was early in the morning and he wasn't expecting to be woken up like this. Hearing that they were hunting, Owlwatcher's favorite thing to do, he decided to not be rude and get up. Stretching, arched back, and limbs out he was ready to face the day. "Mornin' Violetleap." He said politely, nodding his head hello in her direction.

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[fr0ggy]

[ Shimm ]
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"Good morning! You better be ready, because we'll be bringing backlots of prey today!" Violetleap began to exit the den, taking a quick glace back to make sure the tom was following.
"Sorry it's early, but the mice are always slower because they're still half asleep!" The she-cat snickered, her eyes glittering.

[Sweetie]

Owlwatcher chuckled at Violetleap's joke, "Sounds good.". Following in tow with the molly, it's always good to have a positive outlook. Thinking to himself. The streaking with red and orange taking over the dark sky, stars now starting to hide. His marigold eyes taking in the silent scene.

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[lio]

Cedarstream's jaw snapped at the air where his tail had been moments before, teeth making a sharp crack in the air. A low grumble of protest sounded in the base of her throat as she glared at Toadbounce. He was wasting her precious moments of relaxation.

"You aught to be careful, I unlike others, may bite." She warned the tom in a snarl, pushing to her paws. She could continue working on the silky smooth perfection of her coat later. The tabby pushed past Toad's little performance ring, purposefully cutting close enough to snap her tail into his face as she strut past him. Cedarstream looked over her shoulder, she couldn't truly be mad at him though. He was certainly a little more entertaining than most.

"I am going to make use of my time this afternoon." She said, voice sickly sweet. She didnt invite him nor did she turn away his company, the molly simply turned towards the territory ready for a hunt.

Toadstream pouted after the she-cat, then returned to his former position. "Have fun, darling!" he called after her, his own voice matching her sickly sweet tone. The tom's tail flicked, curling over his side as she watched Cedarstream leave the camp. She was quite the interesting little she-cat and he was rather intrigued by her game. How fun...

[fr0ggy]

[ Shimm ]
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"All right. Since I woke you up, it's only fair you get to choose where we go." Violetleap meowed as she left the warrior's den. She fluffed out her pelt in an attempt to protect herself from the slight cold.
"Where will you take us today?"
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( it is cold right? i dont pay attention )

[lio]

[ .:Raven:. SuspiciousMindz Shimm BILL. RuinsNight rascalcats Vessel Slushie RedHead Spiritjumps ]

[ This is a reminder that all patrols are to be finished and reported to Flintstar or Duskfeather by February 1 at 11:59 PM EST (three days)! Please keep in mind that if a patrol member is not replying, do not wait on them, just keep going! Please remain efficient and have one patrol member, even if they are not the leader, give a report. If the patrol is not finished, consequences will ensue. Thank you! ]

[Sweetie]

(Yeee it's Leaf-bare)

He thought for a moment, all of the prey will be in their burrows... Owlwatcher padded a few more paw steps before looking back to the molly. "How about we go to the Hightree ?".

(Is that even a place? I'm not too sure what the territory is like.)

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[meowsticool]

Dawnheart glanced around the clearing. "I wonder when I shall get an apprentice."

Dawnheart ran over to say hi to Oakclaw.

[meowsticool]

Dawnheart sat with the nearest cat to her, immeadiatly in deep conversation.

[Freesia]

@RedHead

Tallmarsh had never been in the leader's den, even during her time as medicine cat. She'd just never had a reason. So, maybe her wanting to talk to Flintstar about the change in deputies was partially an excuse to see what his den looked like. The dark tabby didn't bother making herself known as she entered the den, instead just inviting herself in. She looked around, her good eye sparking in curiosity. She had to admit, it was smaller than she'd expected. "Hey, Flinty--" she began, but she cut herself off at the stupid nickname. She'd never called Flintstar anything other than his name before. She groaned. Cherrybubble and Irispaw were rubbing off on her. "Flintstar. I just now learned that Duskfeather is deputy now? What happened with Buckbranch? He seemed like a fine candidate for deputy when I met him."

[RedHead]

It was suddenly to stuffy in this den. Flintstar needed to get out. He needed some air, and some time to think. Maybe accepting Toadbounce's flirty invitation hadn't been his best idea, he wasn't on top of his game at the moment. I need to get away so I can redeem myself, Flintstar doesn't fall prey easily to flirts like this! The indignant voice in his head only made things worse though, it was making Flintstar sound like a baby. Taking a deep breath, the leader met Toadbounce's gaze, no matter how hard it was to do so at that moment. "Anything." He responded boldly with a slight purr of his own, though he couldn't get much farther than that with his mind short of short-circuiting.
There was a moment of tense, charged silence before there was another voice at the mouth of his den, and Flintstar's ears shot up, his fur standing on end. He totally expected to peer around Toadbounce and see another Toadbounce, and maybe realize this was all some crazy, poppyseed induced dream. Has anyone force-fed me poppyseeds recently? Though as he did glance around Toadbounce's (gorgeous) fluffy fur, much to his relief he caught sight of Cedarstream, not another Toadbounce come to torture him. It took him a moment to process Cedarstream's words, having had many other things going through his mind, but when he did, he vigorously shook his head. "Nope, not interrupting anything at all. Toadbounce here was just.... talking. Yeah. Talking." Flintstar cast a smile in Cedarstream's direction, stepping away from Toadbounce to give himself some space. Unfortunately, in his haste to get away, that ended up with the mighty Thunderclan leader tripping over the edge of his own nest, and falling into it with a great "THUMP." His tail sat over his face, but Flintstar had no motivation to move it away. He would be forever ashamed of this moment. Maybe if I lose this life I won't remember what happened in it.... Is that how that works?

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[ Ever RedHead ]

As the familiar she-cat stepped into the den, Toadbounce looked over his shoulder with a pout, his fun ruined by her entrance. He stepped away from Flintstar and sat down, grooming his paw. His sunshine eyes were glued to Cedarstream, pupils narrowed at the she-cat. "Nothing at all, gorgeous," the tom purred, giving a smug wink toward her. Yet as Flintstar tumbled over his nest, Toadbounce couldn't help the giggle that rose to his throat, tilting his head in amusement. He stood and slid closer to the leader, tail wrapping over his shoulders. "Aw, who knew quite the handsome leader could be clumsy," he teased, leaning close and whispering in Flintstar's ear. Toadbounce gently pulled the leader's tail away from his face, looking down at him with a half-smile.

[Ever]

The sleek tabby molly looked between them. She could help but let out a little chuckle as Flintstar fell over his nest, jade eyes slinking between the two. She rolled her eyes at the two toms, eyes narrowing with envy at Toadbounce. She sometimes wished she had the lack of humility to flirt as he did. She had a more sarcastic approach.

"Whatever you two say." She purred teasingly, green gaze returning to Flintstar. "I came to tell you Flintstar that the fresh kill pile was looking meager and was going to volunteer to get a small hunting patrol together. Care to join either of you? Or do you prefer to stay in here and fool round?" She held a steady gaze with the leader especially as she drew out the last sentence with sarcasm as spicy as the smirk she now sported.

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[Leucos]

hxneysuckle Blissie Bliss Kitty Mama RedHead Delta

Returning from the patrol and Helping carry linnetwing along with duskfeather. The tom walked in a mixture of slow but fast.Grunting from exhaustion " Flintstar! Tallmarsh! Help!" he yelled . He had no time to wait....hell he didn't feel like waiting . Linnetwing needed help. All of them did.

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[ RedHead SilentLamb Delta Moon Lily Blissie Bliss ]

Duskfeather rushed in after Lionwhisker, though much slower. She gently set her sister down before looking around the camp, searching for the leader. "Flintstar! We were ambushed by rogues in the Outskirts. We managed to get some marks set, but it is far too dangerous to go there. Linnetwing is the only warrior to receive major wounds of what I know. We had to retreat, they outnumbered us and we'd have been sure to be killed!" the deputy called out, hoping Flintstar heard her. Her tail lashed and she gave a worried glance toward her sister. Flattening her ears, Duskfeather desperately hoped her sister would be okay-- she would never forgive herself if she was killed! Hopefully Bluegorse and Mintfrost were able to make it back alright...

[Freesia]

RedHead SilentLamb Kitty Mama Moon Lily Blissie Bliss hxneysuckle

Hearing her name, Tallmarsh padded out of her den, still blinking away sleep from her nap. Seeing Linnetwing's wounds, she went back to her den and got the necessary herbs, also nudging her apprentice to follow her as she went. "C'mon, Irispaw. We have an injured cat to take care of. Grab some cobwebs on your way out," she mumbled around the plants in her mouth. As she went back out and began to examine Linnetwing's wounds, she listened to Duskfeather. Rogues? Why would there have been rogues on the border? She glanced over to Flintstar, judging his reaction as she pressed moss to Linnetwing's neck to stem the bleeding.

[RedHead]

Flintstar had become slightly nervous for the return of the expansion patrol, and when Lionwhisker barged into camp screeching for help... well.... his fears were proven correct. He ran over to the patrol, grateful that Tallmarsh had gotten there so quickly. He trusted her to quickly tend to the wounded, so he turned his attention to Duskfeather. “I was afraid of this...” He let out a low growl of frustration, before he perked his ears, beginning to pace across the clearing. “But that territory out there is goodness territory... we need it...” The tom paused, before looking up and glancing around the clearing. “We just need to take a bigger patrol. Show these rogues Thunderclan is not to be trifled with.” He meowed, before turning to yowl to the clan. “Who wants to go beat up some unsuspecting rogues tonight?” He meowed, hoping to engage interest in his clan. Of course though, if the rogues were to surrender right away, no beating up would be necessary. But Flintstar wanted what was best for his clan, so the livelihoods of rogues didn’t come first. Plus, he knew his warriors could handle a few scratches, and that was all they’d get if they backed each other up.

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[Madelaine]

| RedHead; Delta; hxneysuckle; Kitty Mama; Moon Lily; |

Linnetwing felt her classmates being her back into camo and she let out a groan when they put her down on the ground. Why did it have to be her? She wanted the pain to go away and leave forever. Why was she even alive? She remembered the look on the eyes of the rogue. He looked sorry for what he had done, so she would forgive him. He could have finished her off, but he didn't. Linnetwing slowly opened her eyes. "I failed the patrol didn 't I?", she asked in a whisper. The molly felt Tallmarsh come to her aid and she glanced when she was touched. Linnetwing stayed still as to not injure herse!f anymore than she already was. She just needed to let the medicine cat do her job or she wasn't going to live.

[lio]

[ Delta RedHead ]

She glanced toward Tallmarsh as she emerged from her den, giving a grateful nod. "Take care of her," the deputy said, flicking her tail before returning her gaze to Flintstar. "I want to go back. I must help fight for the Clan. This was my idea, I must help to fix the consequences." Duskfeather took a step forward, approaching the leader and looking up at him. Her hazel eyes were narrowed as she did so. She had to fight those rogues!

[BEAR.]

Bluegorse slunk into the camp, shrunken from his usual size as his eyes darted across the clearing. He was shaking.. panting hard from his run back from camp and uneasy after the ambush. Ah, his wounds hurt like hell... but he didn't want to be a bother on Tallmarsh or Irispaw when the others could have worse injuries.

[ Delta, Lilyfur2 (he has deep scratches around his stomach and a bite injury to the back of his neck), hxneysuckle (so you know blue made it back!) ]

[BEAR.]

"Hey Duskfeather! We're back from the ShadowClan border."

Bluegorse stopped inside the den, glad it was hard to miss Duskfeather's form in the cramped shelter. "ShadowClan hasn't done much, their markers were fresh enough. We did catch a whiff of Twolegs around there though, that might be worth keeping an eye on!! I'd hate for someone to get nabbed."

[ hxneysuckle ]

[RedHead]

The tomcat quickly identified this under “one of the most embarrassing moments of his life,” knowing he’d probably remember it later and maybe become embarrassed again just thinning about the situation. He was glad Cedarstream didn’t seem to make too much fun of the situation, and at her words Flintstar was immediately to his paws. The clan needed food? Of course he’d be up for helping with that. All previous embarrassment was completely forgotten for the time being. “I’m actually quite majestic and regal.” He meowed once he had righted himself on his paws, giving Toadbounce a very serious look. But the smile on his maw showcased his inward humor at the whole situation. He then met Cedarstream’s gaze, giving a flick of his ears. “Fooling around isn’t necessary when the clan needs food, I suppose it can wait until later.” He grinned, before brushing past both cats and out of his den, waving his tail for the two tabbies to follow him. He was the leader, after all.

hxneysuckle Ever

[Moon Lily]

Delta BILL. RedHead hxneysuckle Blissie Bliss Kitty Mama

Irispaw padded out at her mentor's nudge, shaking fallen dew from her pelt. She nabbed some cobwebs as she did, and ran out as fast as her limp paw could carry her. She stumbled, losing some of the cobwebs in her maw. Mousedung! She gathered them up once more, and steadied herself. You're alright, slow and steady wins the race, slow and steady wins the race, slow and steady... She passed over to Linnetwing, wincing at the cat's injuries.
"Those rouges have no code! Foxhearts." She exclaimed as she raised a paw to stick the cobwebs over the warrior's wounds. The neck sound looked especially deep.
"Tallmarsh? Should I stick a cobweb over the wound if it's deep?" She asked, burrowing her small brow. As she contemplated this, she tilted her head, her gaze flirting to Bluegorse.
"Bluegorse? Are you avoiding us? Don't be mousebrained."

[Terrestrial]

(open to anyone) Flamepelt stirred in her nest the bright light from sunhigh woke her as she blinked her eyes open, she stretched the sleep from her legs. Flamepelt groomed her fire colored pelt and padded out into the clearing from the warriors' den.

[Sweetie]

Entering the camp, a small bluejay in his maw, he and his patrol dropping their kills in the pile. Dismissing his apprentice with a smile the warrior padded over to the leaders den. With the few talks he had with the leader of Thunderclan the tom hoped that he could established a friendship with him. Stopping in front of the den, "Flintstar? Duskfeather? May I have a moment of your time?"


RedHead hxneysuckle

[Solstice_X]

Her ears perked up as she slowly padded forward to meet Flintstar's gaze. "I'll go."

Morningsun was admittedly not one to typically step forward and volunteer herself for rough-housing around with a few rogues, one that could deal serious harm at that, but her clan needed it. There was a tight feeling in her chest with every step she took forward. She didn't want to go out there; she didn't want to risk more injuries for the clan. However, they needed the territory if they wanted to avoid turning to Windclan's fate.

The ginger tabby eyed the injured cats, her gaze giving nothing of her inner thoughts away, before looking at Duskfeather. They definitely had a number dealt to them, and now she was willingly facing potentially the same outcome. Starclan I must be crazy...

[ RedHead hxneysuckle ]

[Starfall]

PHOENIX || ROUGE
He was perched in a tree, above the battle that was raging on below. He didn't know who half of these cats were. But he watched with bored expression, tail twitching and claws digging into the branch. He didn't want to just sit up here, he wanted to go down there and sink his teeth into some Clan Savages too! But the Tortie stayed put, as per his brothers instructions. They had a plan, though the majority of it relied on luck, but it was a plan none the less.

At his brothers signal the Rouge began to gently and carefully tiptoe after the Clan Cats. Phoenix just had to follow them back to their camp and get accepted. Although they detested the Forest cats, they didn't truly want to kill and slaughter them. At least Griffin didn't. He, however, was still unsure, it wasn't that easy. Choosing to give someone the benifit of the doubt, believe that they could get better by hearing pleas and words.

As they ducked beneath the shriveled roots swinging in front of an opening, the tom hopped down. The rippling sound of snow crunching beneath him getting swallowed by the snow around him. He sat there for a few moments, letting out a ragged breath, than made his way into the 'Mouth of the beast.' Ears quivering and flicking every few seconds as he heard a wave of mumbling voices. The stench messing with the rest of his senses.

'Come off as friendly. Phoenix. Come off as friendly or you die.' he pep talked himself as he ducked into the opening in the middle of the camp. Doing his best to keep his fur flat, trying to muffle the sound of his own thrumming heart. Terrified that they could hear it. He stepped a little further into the circle of cats, but no further. He didn't plan on strutting straight towards whoever their Captain may be and anger them.

"Hello." it was all Phoenix could muster out as he looked at the sea of cats. He'd never seen so many cats gathered in one place before. "I wish to speak to your- Captain?"

RedHead hxneysuckle @/anyone else in the clearing /w\

[dino.]

[ RedHead ]

He despised the idea, he absolutely hated the thought of it. It went against everything he stood for. But if it was going to get him back in the good light, well... he had to do it. The tortoiseshell hurried out of the warrior's den, expression pained but determined. "I'll go," he called as he reached Flintstar. "Put me on a patrol. I'll help drive them out."

[Pepperkins]

[ RedHead ]
[ @EternalStars Gonna mention you incase you were already planning to go! ]

The young warrior looked up at the call, wondering what all the commotion was about. Seeing the expansion patrol back, she had assumed it had went well but after seeing the injuries, obviously it hadn't. Frowning, she padded over curiously and heard something about beating up some rogues. Turning to her leader, excitement lit up her eyes. Now that was an activity she was willing for any day! Fur standing end in excitement, she gave it a quick lick and made a mental note to see if Snowpaw could come. This would be a great learning opportunity for the young lad, but she had to make sure it was alright first. Walking up to Lionstar, she waited till he finished his call to speak. "Hello Lionstar, I would love to help, but a quick question," she meowed, respect in her eyes though she was doing nothing more than being inquisitive, "Would it be alright if I brought mt apprentice? This would be a great learning opportunity for him!"

[lio]

[ BILL. ]

As Bluegorse approached her, Duskfeather looked up, a smile spreading over her lips. "Thank you, Bluegorse. I will speak with Flintstar about the Twolegs," she nodded to him politely, tail twitching beside her. "Is there any separate information that I would like to know?" The deputy tilted her head to the side, hazel eyes filled with questioning as she stared at him.

[Leucos]

RedHead
Sighing in relief as the two came over . The tom plopped down as linnetwing was hopefully being taken care of. Ears perking up at flinstars words the tom inwardly groaned a tiny bit. Couldn't he just rest? " we do have time to recuperate right ?" he asked "also those rogues called us....thieves.....foxhearts. We're not doing anything wrong to be called that are we?" he asked. Doubt starting to sneak in.

[lio]

[ Ever RedHead ]

He found himself snickering, staring after Flintstar with a smirk. "Going hunting with two beautiful cats? I may faint," the tom purred, flicking his tail. His ears perked and he stopped at the entrance to the den, dipping his head to Cedarstream. "Pretty she-cats first." Toadbounce gave a wink in her direction, his eyes brimming with both amusement and flirtatiousness. Oh, how fun this would be! He'd get even more of a chance to make Flintstar flustered, as well as testing the waters with the feisty Cedarstream. What a delightful hunting trip this would be!

[lio]

[ Shadowsight rascalcats Solstice_X ]

[ The battle party training should be finished by 11:59 PM EST today, if it hasn't been already! When it is finished, please report to Duskfeather, or she will not be happy. Thank you! ]

[Terrestrial]

Flamepelt stood in the clearing unsure of what to do. The she-cat walked toward the fresh-kill pile and picked out a rabbit then padded toward the nettle patch and ate her share.

[fr0ggy]

[ Shimm ]
~~

"Sounds good to me! Lead the way!" Violetleap nodded enthusiastically at Owlwatcher, flexing her claws. There was no way the two wouldn't come home with prey.
~
(oh ty, and uh, it is now!)

[ponyapan]

As much as Cranerose loved her clan, she would certainly not endager het kits that had yet to be born to defend it. She curled her tail around her, and tried to rest a little from her last patrol. They were taking a bigger and bigger toll on her. Maybe Cranerose should look into moving into the nursery soon? No, it was too early... Wasn't it? Oh, these kits were already driving her crazy, but oh how she loved them.

[BEAR.]

"Oh!" At the remainder Bluegorse's ears perked right up. "Actually, yes-- Tigerbranch never showed up for the patrol. I didn't even see a hair of him around camp! And um, Swifthare..." he lowered his voice. "She accompanied us but seemed more rooted to a spot than a tree! Darkpaw and I were the ones to mark the border and notice the scent. She just.. stretched and bit a leaf."

[ hxneysuckle ]

[Sweetie]

Owlwatcher gathered at Flintstar's yowling, curious to see what he had to say this time. But to the warrior's surprise, it was about fighting rouges for territory? Giving an internal sigh, "Count me in." The tom didn't mind fighting, it was the thought that maybe his apprentice would want to go. Which of course he wouldn't let Sleepypaw, they barely covered any battle tactics. It was mainly defense moves, easing the paw into fighting. The warrior nodded in his leader's direction, willing to follow him anywhere.


RedHead

[Freesia]

BILL. Blissie Bliss Moon Lily

“We need to apply pressure to stop the bleeding first. Cobwebs can help soak up blood, but with a wound like this, just putting cobwebs on it won’t help. Like this-“ Tallmarsh applied a good amount of cobwebs to Linnetwing’s neck and pressed down with her paw. She was sure that this was painful or at least uncomfortable for the warrior, but she needed to stop the bleeding. “Apply cobwebs to her other wound. Then take this and go take care of Bluegorse. Chew it up and apply it to his wounds after you stop the bleeding. And give him some poppyseeds.” She pushed a few dandelion stalks towards her apprentice. Then, the medicine cat pushed a few poppyseeds towards Linnetwing. “Swallow those. They’ll help with your pain.” She began to chew a stalk of horsetail. Hopefully, this would help stop Linnetwing’s bleeding.

[lio]

PHOENIX || ROUGE
He was perched in a tree, above the battle that was raging on below. He didn't know who half of these cats were. But he watched with bored expression, tail twitching and claws digging into the branch. He didn't want to just sit up here, he wanted to go down there and sink his teeth into some Clan Savages too! But the Tortie stayed put, as per his brothers instructions. They had a plan, though the majority of it relied on luck, but it was a plan nonetheless.

At his brothers signal the Rouge began to gently and carefully tiptoe after the Clan Cats. Phoenix just had to follow them back to their camp and get accepted. Although they detested the Forest cats, they didn't truly want to kill and slaughter them. At least Griffin didn't. He, however, was still unsure, it wasn't that easy. Choosing to give someone the benefit of the doubt, believe that they could get better by hearing pleas and words.

As they ducked beneath the shriveled roots swinging in front of an opening, the tom hopped down. The rippling sound of snow crunching beneath him getting swallowed by the snow around him. He sat there for a few moments, letting out a ragged breath, than made his way into the 'Mouth of the beast.' Ears quivering and flicking every few seconds as he heard a wave of mumbling voices. The stench messing with the rest of his senses.

'Come off as friendly. Phoenix. Come off as friendly or you die.' he pep talked himself as he ducked into the opening in the middle of the camp. Doing his best to keep his fur flat, trying to muffle the sound of his own thrumming heart. Terrified that they could hear it. He stepped a little further into the circle of cats, but no further. He didn't plan on strutting straight towards whoever their Captain may be and anger them.

"Hello." it was all Phoenix could muster out as he looked at the sea of cats. He'd never seen so many cats gathered in one place before. "I wish to speak to your- Captain?"

RedHead hxneysuckle @/anyone else in the clearing /w\


Toadbounce had emerged from the warrior's den as he heard Flintstar calling out, his lips twitching into a smirk. The expansions had led to an ambush? Aw, the pretty little Duskfeather had made a mistake. Though, he held a faint hope that Flintstar's pretty face wasn't ruined too much in any fighting. Would he go along? No, of course not! His fur was far too pretty to be clawed by any rogues.
As he approached the crowd, the warrior caught sight of an unfamiliar face. His brow arched, intrigue glinting in his sunshine eyes. Toadbounce slid up to the newcomer, a purr in his throat. "Hey there, darling," he greeted, "What's this here? Wishing to join the Clan? I'd be glad to have such a pretty kitty as my Clanmate." He snickered. However, he saw Duskfeather turning around to give him a look, pouting as he stepped away from the rogue.

Duskfeather spun around, hearing a foreign voice. Had one of the rogues followed them? How could that be? Were they going to ambush the camp? No, they wouldn't be able to. She didn't scent any other rogues than this one so far. So, with a flick of her tail, Duskfeather approached the tom and gave him a cautious look. "Who are you? What reason do you have to speak with our... Captain?" she questioned, narrowing her eyes.

[lio]

[ BILL. ]

She thought over his words for a moment, irritation faintly bubbling within her. ThunderClan was filled with such lazy warriors! There certainly had to be something done about it. Stifling a sigh, Duskfeather rose to her paws and offered a smile to Bluegorse. She let her tail pat his shoulder gratefully. "Thank you for reporting. You and Darkpaw may get some prey, and some rest. I must speak with Tigerbranch and Swifthare, wherever they are." The deputy shook her head in disappointment at the two warriors, then flicked her tail in farewell and slid out of the den.

[Sneakyfox55]

Ferretwatcher stalked through the crowd. "Count me in as well," he announced.

Brightpaw stayed behind with the other apprentices, looking a bit nervous.

[RedHead]

“No Duskfeather, I want you staying here to keep the clan safe.” Flintstar ordered his deputy, giving her a stern look before turning away. These were cats too. They were pushing them out of their territory.... but Flintstar was open to joining. He had enough loyal warriors to train and look after rogues until they proved themselves loyal to the clan if they joined. Plus, it was time he started putting his clan above everything else. That’s what he was all about in the first place. And if cats were willing, then, they’d go take the territory to keep Thunderclan healthy and fed and protected. And Flintstar would do everything in his ability to make sure it didn’t get ugly.
“Thank you Morningsun, Ferretwatcher, Owlwatcher.... Buckbranch.” He gave a smile to each cat, even his former deputy. At least the tomcat was putting in somebody effort. Flintstar would reward him for that.
Jaghedhawk soon padded up as well and offered to come, Flintstar then glanced around for any more volunteers. He would only take volunteers, he wasn’t going going to force anyone to do this. He knew fighting rogues for territory might not be... the most exciting or best thing for some cats.

Upon hearing Duskfeather’s voice though, Flintstarvturned to see her talking to a.... rogue? His fur bristled, but he quickly glanced away. He wouldn’t worry his clanmates, he’d talk to Duskfeather after he gathered all his volunteers, she could handle the outsider for now.

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[lio]

[ RedHead Starfall ]

Duskfeather opened her mouth to argue, but ultimately nodded and sat down. She didn't want anyone being hurt. This was a needless battle! Her ears flattened and she shook her head. "Yes, Flintstar," the deputy said, giving him a nod before turning back to the rogue. Questions upon questions formed in her mind, distrust clear in her eyes to the reason he had decided to follow them. Duskfeather was ready to take down any funny business he may have brought with him.

[Terrestrial]

RedHead.
Flamepelt looked up from her dozing and sat up fight rouges? she thought. The fame colored she-cat stood up and spoke " Flintstar I will go with you. " she said calmly as walked toward the leader.

[dino.]

[ RedHead ]
Startled, Buckbranch could only stare for a moment at his leader. Then he, too, broke into a smile, one that was grateful as well as relieved. "I won't let you down, or any of our Clanmates for that matter," he promised. "And... I'm sorry. I shouldn't have argued with you like that. You were only doing what you thought was best, and I can't blame you. I certainly can't push my views onto you like that. So... I really am sorry." He'd wanted to wait until Flintstar came to apologize to him. But their fall out had been eating away at him ever since it had happened, and he didn't want some barrier lodged between them for the rest of their lives. Buckbranch had failed at being deputy, but that didn't mean he couldn't start being a supportive warrior.

[Ever]

Cedarstream came bounding into the clearing, she had heard commotion while out for a quick hunt and heard others signung up for something. She hadn't caught what exactly had happened but she wasn't about to miss out on a chance to help her clan. The brown tabby trotted over to the gathering group.

"I'll come!" She declared, looking firmly up to Flintstar. She glanced around after, seeing who else was here and trying to peice together what was happening at the same time.

RedHead

[Ever]

The long furred molly watched as Flindtar brushed by, half a smile on her maw. She rolled those green eyes of hers at Toudbounce's words, tail tip flicking with annoyance. She sighed as she followed after the leader.

"How courteous. " Cedar called of a tabby striped shoulder, tone challenging. This would be a fun hunt after all. A entertaining break to her rather solitary hunting style lately.

RedHead hxneysuckle

[Kitty Mama]

Mintfrost trudged into camp on heavy paws and lightheadedness from everything spiraling out of control so quickly compared to the rest of the patrol. He could hear muted pieces of the camp conversation, something about organizing a retaliation, and he was surprised by the interest it garnered. The Thunderclan that had been unwilling to take territory was gone in the blink of an eye and replaced by recklessness brought on by seeing their clan-mates in this state. Or Flintstar's influence, but he didn't have the energy to tell him to stop and think about this. Instant retaliation invited a war of numbers. He shouldered away from the medicine cats as he trekked further into the camp and kept his head low, gaze pointed at his destination. The warriors den was calling.

[Sneakyfox55]

RedHead

Ferretwatcher gathered with the other volunteers, ears twitching.

[Starfall]

Toadbounce had emerged from the warrior's den as he heard Flintstar calling out, his lips twitching into a smirk. The expansions had led to an ambush? Aw, the pretty little Duskfeather had made a mistake. Though, he held a faint hope that Flintstar's pretty face wasn't ruined too much in any fighting. Would he go along? No, of course not! His fur was far too pretty to be clawed by any rogues.
As he approached the crowd, the warrior caught sight of an unfamiliar face. His brow arched, intrigue glinting in his sunshine eyes. Toadbounce slid up to the newcomer, a purr in his throat. "Hey there, darling," he greeted, "What's this here? Wishing to join the Clan? I'd be glad to have such a pretty kitty as my Clanmate." He snickered. However, he saw Duskfeather turning around to give him a look, pouting as he stepped away from the rogue.

Duskfeather spun around, hearing a foreign voice. Had one of the rogues followed them? How could that be? Were they going to ambush the camp? No, they wouldn't be able to. She didn't scent any other rogues than this one so far. So, with a flick of her tail, Duskfeather approached the tom and gave him a cautious look. "Who are you? What reason do you have to speak with our... Captain?" she questioned, narrowing her eyes.

RedHead
The Rouge grimmaced as a Clan cat came strutting towards him, he was kind of expecting a slash or a fight to break out. One where he'd barely escape with his life. He was thrown back when the tom began to flirt. The Torties fur fluffed up and he turned, facing the Warrior, and snarled. "This, pretty kitty is about to scratch you a new face if you don't back off." he snapped, unsheathing his claws to prove his point. 'Are all clan cats like this?' he asked himself as he let out a sigh.

As the Idiot Clan cat scuttled away, he lifted his head and saw the molly that his brother was fighting with...or, raised a paw at? There wasn't really a fight there. He shifted his weight from one paw to another as she inched closer, ears swiveling forwards. "Phoenix. And I figure I'd have to speak to whoever they are to join. Right? Unless I can just waltz in and call myself a Sava- Clan cat." he coughed as he attempted to correct himself. "Or is there a council I have to go to?" Phoenix asked in all seriousness, tipping his head to the side.

As more and more cats began to pool in he felt his heartbeat quicken. Mass execution? But after he looked around, he noticed they were all circling around one particular feline. He heard many different voices call out 'Flintstar,' and pool around this Black Tortoiseshell. 'Is that the one who calls the shots?'

[RedHead]

This fight was right. Thunderclan needed to show strength and dominance. They were not to be compared with a weakling clan like Windclan. And Flintstar was grateful for the warriors that volunteered, truly trusting he could lead them to victory. And he would, he knew he would.
“Thank you Duskfeather, I’ll be back soon.” The leader then lifted his head to cast a suspicious glare at the outsider, he wasn’t sure what to think right now. A rogue in camp so soon after a Thunderclan patrol was attacked by rogues? That was not a good sign at all.
Hearing Buckbranch’s voice, Flintstar glanced towards the tortoiseshell tom. His ears twitched as he listened to the former deputy, closing his green eyes with a sigh. “I appreciate your apology Buckbranch. But let’s discuss this more later, there are more pressing matters at hand right now.” He flicked his tail and opened his eyes again. “And just so you know, a single apology isn’t going to help you much. I want to see your actions towards helping me and the clan more that’s your words.”
The leader then turned his head, straightening up to his full height. “Alright, Morningsun! Ferretwatcher! Owlwatcher! Buckbranch! Jaggedhawk! Flamepelt! Cedarstream! Let’s head out!” He announced, flicking his tail towards the camp exit. ”I would like everyone else to remain in camp until we return!” Flintstar have a quick worried glance at the injured cats, hoping that they didn’t come back like that. Hopefully this patrol’s size could scare of the mangy, unorganized rogues. The tom spotted Mintfrost at the edge of the clearing as he was heading out, and made a mental note to follow up with the tom later. For now, the Thunderclan leader plunged into the forest, heading straight for the outskirts.

hxneysuckle Starfall
Solstice_X Sneakyfox55 Shimm Slushie FlameSta Ever

[Sweetie]

Owlwatcher nodded at his apprentice, wishing him goodbye and that he would be back soon. The Maine coon padded with the group, ready to protect his clan. Giving a few heartbeats the brown-hued warrior caught up and walked along with the leader. "So, what's the plan?" Owlwatcher wanted to know what was going to go down. It was better for him, better to plan, to prepare.

RedHead

[Terrestrial]

RedHead
Flamepelt charged through the forest following Flintstar and the others as her paws crunched leaves and sticks she thought to herself it's been awhile since my last battle.. I hope I can do this. panic swelled in her chest like a forest fire. But no matter what she would fight for her clan even if it meant her life. The flame colored she-cat matched her pace with Flintstar's and cleared her throat " Flintstar I swear by StarClan I will do my best.. but I havent battled for a few moons. " she mewed not knowing what to say.

[lio]

[ Starfall @/everyone in camp! ]

She narrowed her eyes in distrust. "Flintstar is leaving now, so you will remain with me until then. Then he will decide if you are to join," the deputy stated, "Until then, you will remain by my side at all times. I don't want you out of my sight. You will be answering a few questions for me, and you will be answering them truthfully. Understood?" Duskfeather flicked her tail before looking after Flintstar, watching him disappear through the entrance.
Buckbranch had apologized rather quickly, though she did not complain. She didn't enjoy such a childish argument over a silly topic, and she was glad he had apologized. Even if it wasn't completely accepted by Flintstar- though she understood why, it was out of place and quite sudden- it was a step forward. Grudges couldn't be held forever! Though, she hoped Buckbranch didn't think that a simple apology would return him to the deputy position.
With a shake of her head, Duskfeather bounded toward the center of the camp, looking around at all the cats gathered. She sat down, glancing toward Phoenix before raising her voice and speaking. "We must protect the camp while Flintstar is away. With this example," she pointed to the rogue with her tail, "it is now known that they can, and will follow us back. This puts the camp at a risk." Duskfeather paused for a few heartbeats, then continued. "I want one warrior stationed at the nursery. Two warriors will be put on guard outside of the entrance. The rest of you, prepare for any possible attacks. We don't know what those rogues could do. We will remain on guard only until the patrol returns, does everyone understand?" Duskfeather gave a nod to the crowd, flicking her tail to dismiss them. "Now go!"
She stood and looked toward Phoenix. "Come with me," the she-cat ordered, walking to an unoccupied corner of the clearing and sitting down. Before she allowed this rogue to speak with Flintstar, she had quite a few questions to ask him...

[Moon Lily]

Delta BILL. Blissie Bliss

Irispaw watched in wonder as her mentor pressed the cobwebs into Linnetwing's fur. She flinched back at the last drop of blood, her eyes widening in fear. What if she doesn't survive?! What if I can't save her, like, like- She took a deep breath. It wouldn't come to that. Not ever. Sighed make sure of it. She quickly plastered up Linnetwing's side, making sure to avoid the blood. How stupid it was- a medicine cat who was scared of blood? She was amazed she'd made it this far. She furrowed her brow a bit longer, then finished up.
"Get better soon, Linnetwing." She murmured, picking up the treatment her mentor had mentioned. "Thanks for the herbs, Tallmarsh!" She mewed, padding towards Bluegorse. She hoped the tom wouldn't mind the care- what was she thinking? Of course he wouldn't. He'd probably be grateful...right? She hoped this as she wandered up to him.
"Bluegorse? I'm here to help you out."

[BEAR.]

"Ah," Bluegorse's voice was a little hiss as he pulled himself to a sitting position. "Didn't want to bother either of you! I'm sure there's others in worse condition than I, I just have a few scratches.." He didn't mind Irispaw's help, as long as those in greater need got it first. He could wait, this wouldn't kill him-- right?

Nah, he was a ThunderClan cat! There was no way he'd get killed by something as stupid as a few stomach gashes and a bite wound.

[ Moon Lily ]

[Terrestrial]

Scarface padded into the clearing from hunting and dropped the rabbit in the fresh-kill pile. The tabby tom padded across the clearing towards Duskfeather " Good to see you Duskfeather! Where did everyone go? the tom purred as he sat down with his tail wrapped neatly around his paws. hxneysuckle

[Moon Lily]

BILL.

Irispaw purred in amusement, padding up to the tom. She couldn't believe he was this stubborn! Refusing treatment? She could have laughed right in his face. But she didn't - she hated to make others feel lesser of themselves...unless they deserved it. Some cats definitely deserved it. She attempted to prod the tom's wound with her paw, looking for a response.
"Come on, tough guy, even a few scratches can kill you. Just because you think you're invincible doesn't mean you can't die." She raised an eyebrow, raising her right paw as she did. On it rested a cobweb.
"So, so you want me to treat you or not? I don't think Starclan likes it when an apprentice bugs a warrior 24/7."

[dawn feather]

Cecily Herondale

Pinekit stopped and turned her head to face the two other kits. "...Um... Not me either... But maybe they're still in camp! But also, we cold, um, ask the deputy if he could have someone go with us."
Badgerkit nodded in agreement, swinging his fluffy tail Cecily Herondale

[BEAR.]

Bluegorse actually flattened his ears back at her attitude, displeased with how she was handling this. Was she deaf, he had to wonder? He thought he made it clear he'd rather make sure his Clan-mates were taken care of first, it wasn't an outright refusal of treatment.

"Where'd you get that impression?" He snapped, fur bristling as she jabbed his stomach wounds unnecessarily. Was she trying to be cruel? "All I said is I'd rather our Clan-mates be checked over before me first, not that I didn't want to be treated or that I thought I was invincible."

He flinched back from her paw, tail curled lightly to cover his stomach injury. "I don't think StarClan likes mean medicine cats, but look at what you're doing.."

[ Moon Lily ]

[lio]

[ FlameSta Starfall ]

Duskfeather turned as she saw a warrior approach her. "Hello, Scarface," she greeted, a serious expression on her face. "Rogues ambushed us as we expanded the borders. Flintstar has sent a patrol to fight back, as well as going himself. All those left behind are to guard the camp and prepare for any possible attacks. Would you like to be the one to guard the nursery?" The deputy explained, her tail twitching on the ground. As she spoke, she glanced toward the rogue, Phoenix, making sure he didn't go anywhere. More and more questions formed in her mind as the time passed, her claws sinking into the ground.

[Starfall]

The Rouge rolled his eyes at the molly's decleration. "That truly depends on how nicely you treat me Duskface, besides how would you even know if I'm telling the truth or not? Hm? If I'm not mistaken this is the first time we've met." the Tortoiseshell huffed, following the Clan cat as she went over to a rather secluded spot...well secluded for an open area that is.

Phoenix looked around, trying to figure out what exactly all of this stuff was. But his attention was brought back to the molly and a newcomer. Ears twitching as he heard his name. "Scarface? Are all your names as ugly as Dusknose and Scarface?" he asked, his brow quirked as he looked from one Warrior to the next.
hxneysuckle FlameSta

[Terrestrial]

Scarface switched his green gaze to the toriseshell rouge " I hope you know who your talking to! Because if you don't respect me I will rip your throat out myself before Flintstar comes back! " the tom growled unsheathing his claws about to pounce and kill this rouge.

[lio]

[ FlameSta Starfall ]

The deputy narrowed her eyes at the rogue, prepared to reply before Scarface beat her to it. "Scarface! Put those claws away, and do not let me hear you threatening anyone again," she growled, her voice stern, "I will not tolerate such violence, whether it is to a Clanmate or to a rogue. Am I understood?" Her tail lashed, teeth baring at the warrior. "You are to go to the warrior's den and stay there. I will be speaking with you later." With a dismissive flick of her ear, Duskfeather turned to Phoenix.
"My name is Duskfeather, and I am the deputy of ThunderClan. You will answer my questions or you will leave." She raised her head, puffing up her chest. Her claws sunk into the ground below as her face fell from the angry expression it had adopted, changing into that of distrust and annoyance. "If you wish to join, you will receive a name similar to mine. And you do not have a choice," Duskfeather explained, "We are not mouse-brained. Any lie you tell will be found and you will be punished." She leaned closer, her pupils mere slits. Oh, she was not in the mood for such smart-assery.
"You are outnumbered. If I see a reason for you to be taken down, I will call for it. You are an outsider in a camp of loyal Clan cats- we hold no trust for you, and many would be glad to rid of you. One mistake, and you are gone, whether Flintstar is here or not. It is my duty to protect the Clan, and I will do just that. Do I make myself clear?" Her ears flattened and she continued to glare at the rogue, unmoving as she awaited his response. A call for warriors to come to her aid was on the tip of her tongue, already prepared for if Phoenix decided to try and escalate the conversation.
She was not playing around.

[Terrestrial]

The tom glared at Duskfeather and dipped his head and padded to his nest. Scarface settled himself in his nest and tried to sleep but he had Flamepelt on his mind oh the beautiful she-cat he loved. No! Scarface shook his head to clear his mind but he also admired Duskfeather. The tabby tom shifted in his nest and fell asleep. hxneysuckle

[Moon Lily]

BILL.

Irispaw flinched back at the tom's words. She felt growl rise in her throat, but flattened it down promptly. Slow and steady...
"I didn't...I didn't mean to be rude! I just didn't hear you right. There are lots of cats like that around, it's easy to generalize." She countered, trying to keep her voice even. She didn't like to be rude- and when she was, it meant they deserved it. She grabbed a cobweb, and gestured towards his injuries.
"Is it okay if I-" Wait, me, a mean medicine cat?! She gave a hard stare to the tom, trying not to glare.
"I was just trying to make a point! I- argh..." She hissed quietly. Life was unfair. It felt like it was especially unfair to her. It was always Why'd you do that, Irispaw? What's with you, Irispaw? Why do you have a twisted paw, Irispaw? Why- She glowered at an empty space as she began to chew up the dandelion she had been given. She attempted to stick it on Bluegorse's wound, followed by some cobwebs.

[BEAR.]

Given the circumstances, Bluegorse felt justified in calling Irispaw out on her behavior. Not only had his wound been jabbed.. seemingly only to cause him pain, but she had gone into a lecture of assumptions and accusations out of the blue! It took a lot to lie his fur flat, gritting his teeth with a short hiss as she stuck the plant pulp onto his wounds and bound it with cobwebs.

Yeah, it didn't feel great at first. And Bluegorse's stomach twisted with concern - flicking his gaze around the clearing to look for the other cats from his patrol. Linnetwing.. where was Lionwhisker? Mintfrost? Did they make it back okay? His heart was in his throat until he saw Lionwhisker's golden pelt by Linnetwing and Mintfrost's tail tip vanish into the warrior's den. Okay, good, they made it back.. and at least Mintfrost was fine.

Bluegorse sunk his head down as he looked at Irispaw tiredly. "I just wanted to make sure the others were fine first, I know we don't have much left, and.." what more could he say? He wasn't expecting the backlash from Irispaw over his request for her to take care of their Clan-mates first. But, he did feel bad for outright calling her mean.. Bluegorse just hadn't been expecting her in-his-face reaction, how unnecessarily harsh she'd been to him. .. I'm sorry, for what I said. I don't think you're actually mean, just, very rough with those tiny paws of yours!"

[ Moon Lily ]

[Moon Lily]

Given the circumstances, Bluegorse felt justified in calling Irispaw out on her behavior. Not only had his wound been jabbed.. seemingly only to cause him pain, but she had gone into a lecture of assumptions and accusations out of the blue! It took a lot to lie his fur flat, gritting his teeth with a short hiss as she stuck the plant pulp onto his wounds and bound it with cobwebs.

Yeah, it didn't feel great at first. And Bluegorse's stomach twisted with concern - flicking his gaze around the clearing to look for the other cats from his patrol. Linnetwing.. where was Lionwhisker? Mintfrost? Did they make it back okay? His heart was in his throat until he saw Lionwhisker's golden pelt by Linnetwing and Mintfrost's tail tip vanish into the warrior's den. Okay, good, they made it back.. and at least Mintfrost was fine.

Bluegorse sunk his head down as he looked at Irispaw tiredly. "I just wanted to make sure the others were fine first, I know we don't have much left, and.." what more could he say? He wasn't expecting the backlash from Irispaw over his request for her to take care of their Clan-mates first. But, he did feel bad for outright calling her mean.. Bluegorse just hadn't been expecting her in-his-face reaction, how unnecessarily harsh she'd been to him. .. I'm sorry, for what I said. I don't think you're actually mean, just, very rough with those tiny paws of yours!"

[ Moon Lily ]

BILL.

Irispaw shuffled over to treat the rest of his wounds, ears flattening at the blood. She hated it. She let her thoughts wander. Though Bluegorse was right- she was rude- he didn't need to hiss back. But then again, 'miss crisis Iris' was always causing trouble, wasn't she? She sighed, wishing she could sink back into her nest and go back to sleep.

Her ears perked up in interest at the tom's response. She felt abashed by his words- how hadn't she picked up on his kindness to his clanmates? How had she been so harsh, so rude? She shook her head, working up the courage to apologize.
"I'm always a bit crabby...it's not your fault. I should have noticed your hesitancy." She mewed quietly, finishing up with her work. She smiled, gazing at the warrior.
"I guess I have a thing or two to learn about respecting my elders, don't I?" She purred, her pelt growing hot self-consciously.

[lio]

[ RedHead ]

ThunderClan had changed a lot lately.
Expanded borders, a new deputy, healing from the fire, and more. Despite all of the changes that had been made, Duskfeather felt... bored. Every day was the same- do patrols, send out patrols, yell at lazy cats, eat, sleep, repeat. A plan had been forming in her head for a quite a while as she watched kits play by the nursery, but she needed Flintstar's help- and approval- to do so. Once the time was right, Duskfeather hopped up to her paws, making her way to the leader's den.
She stood outside the entrance, not wishing to be rude and barge in. Her gaze traveled over the camp, the idea settling at the front of her mind before she turned back to the den. Taking a deep breath, Duskfeather said, "Flintstar, may I enter? I wish to speak of an idea I've had." As she waited for a response, the deputy allowed her mind to wander, forcing herself not to speak her thoughts aloud as she planned what she was to say. She had to be persuasive if she wanted this to work!

[nykyrian]

It is a place were murderous phycopath like you go she said to Sore Dirtfur

[lio]

[ Shadowsight rascalcats Solstice_X ]

Duskfeather was sat in the center of the clearing, her tail tip twitching. Where was the other battle group? Had they returned, or even gone out to train? She huffed. If they were back, they were to report to her! But if they hadn't followed her orders... argh! She was sick of such laziness in the Clan!
The she-cat looked around, her hazel eyes narrowed as she called out for the members. "Shadowsight! Tigerbranch! Morningsun! Where are you? You were to report back to me immediately after finishing your battle party training. Did you even complete it?" Duskfeather shouted, making her voice loud enough for them to hear- if they were even in camp.

[ RedHead Fuzzy Silhouettes ]

After calling out for the others, she decided to send out a new battle group. Only one this time, as apparently it wasn't possible for the others to finish. Maybe she could entrust these next warriors to return without her watching over them like a hawk...
"Jaggedhawk, take Icedust and Hollowedaster out to do some battle training. Once you are all finished, you must report back to me. It isn't my job to track all of you down!" She nodded to the warriors, her claws sinking into the ground below her. Duskfeather then fell silent, returning to her task of watching for patrols to return. Punishments were already set in her mind for if they decided to be lazy and not do their assigned jobs!

[ THE BATTLE GROUP MUST BE COMPLETED AND REPORTED TO DUSKFEATHER BY FEBRUARY 8 AT 11:59 PM EST, OR CONSEQUENCES WILL ENSUE! DUSKFEATHER DOES NOT TOLERATE LAZINESS. ]

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[ THIS IS A REMINDER THAT YOUR PATROLS MUST BE COMPLETED AND REPORTED BY 11:59 PM EST TONIGHT, OR YOUR CHARACTERS WILL FACE CONSEQUENCES FOR NOT DOING WHAT WAS ASSIGNED. REMEMBER, IF YOU MUST, FINISH THE PATROL BY YOURSELF, EVEN IF YOU AREN'T THE PATROL LEADER! AS LONG AS DUSKFEATHER OR FLINTSTAR RECEIVE A REPORT, NO CONSEQUENCES WILL BE GIVEN TO THOSE WHO HAVE PARTAKEN IN THE PATROL. ]

[dino.]

[ hxneysuckle ]

The patrol leader hurried into the clearing, his ears pulled back tight in worry. Duskfeather was busy calling out the next patrols - he hung back until she was done, then sidled up next to her. His voice was urgent when he spoke. "Duskfeather," he started, "we found something while on patrol. A squirrel carcass, untouched by predators or even crows. It smelled odd. I buried it, and asked Duskpaw and Foxbound to get the prey we caught while I ran ahead to get this to you
I didn't want to bring it back to camp in case it contained an illness or something."

[Terrestrial]

Honeypaw raced through the camp and skidded to a halt in front of Duskfeather " Duskfeather have you seen Scarface he prommsed we would hunt!" Honeypaw purred as she sat with her tail wrapped neatly around her paws.

[lio]

[ Slushie FlameSta ]

Duskfeather turned her head as the former deputy approached. Thank StarClan, somecat knows how to complete a patrol! The Torbie narrowed her eyes at the report. A squirrel carcass? Her nose wrinkled, mind racing to think of an explanation for the finding. Pushing it to the side, she flicked her tail and nodded. "Thank you for reporting, Buckbranch. I will see to it that the area is carefully searched and Flintstar is notified," she paused for a moment, glancing down at his paws before continuing. "You say you buried it? I would like you to find a water source- wash your paws and any other part that touched the carcass. I don't want any illnesses spreading, if it had any. Did Foxbound or Duskpaw touch it as well? If so, tell them to do the same." Duskfeather nodded to Buckbranch, thankful that he reported such news to her. She offered him a kind smile. "You are dismissed."
As an apprentice came to her, she tilted her head to the side. "Last time I saw him, he went to the warrior's den. You may wish to check there." The deputy gave a smile to the young cat, pointing with her tail toward's the warrior's den.