RiverClan Floodstone [Archive] - Page 41

Captain

December 13th, 2022, 09:46 PM

CLOUDPAW
⋖ he/him ∘ fourteen moons old ∘ large curly-furred black-and-white tomcat ⋗
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Once the clan meeting would officially start, the fluffy RiverClan apprentice's ears twitched at Gingerfrost's immediately clarification regarding Pikestar. He was fine, just sick with a dreadful cough. Cloudpaw nodded casually to that announcement, casting a glance over to the leader's den for a few brief seconds. Quarantined until further notice, with only Fawnpaw and Marigoldleap allowed to see him. Perhaps it was a tad predictable, but the large tomcat couldn't help but worry for his best friend's well-being. Yes, she was a medicine cat, but working so closely to sickness that could easily turn fatal... No. He shook his head, clearing his mind of such doubting thoughts. Fawnpaw would be fine. She was RiverClan's healer and was more than capable of taking care of her own health. Cloudpaw was just being paranoid and overprotective now that she had returned to them after a full moon. He made sure to take a breath and relax, though soon his attention would be stolen away by a chorus of... was that honking? Cats all around him seemed keen on uttering a mournful honk for their sickly leader, which made Cloudpaw choke back a snort as amusement bubbled within him. He refused to participate in such strange antics, but stars above, this was the hardest the young tom had tried not to laugh in a long while.

Once that was calmed down though, the curly-furred apprentice listened in on what more the RiverClan deputy had to say. Huh. The clan would be implementing new activities for their kittens. Interesting. Perhaps Cloudpaw could lend a paw or two in such training if they needed it. Sure, he wasn't a warrior, but he knew how to swim and how to fight, so that had to count for something. Right? Was that something he'd have to poke Gingerfrost or Fawnpaw about after the meeting? Or should he try to speak up now? Cloudpaw quickly decided to just keep his mouth shut and continue paying attention as best he could. There was more talk of lessons and... oh, there was the answer to his question. Okay, coolio. Soon after, the pretty RiverClan medicine cat would take the spotlight, explaining more about basic herb teachings that she planned on hosting for kits and then everyone. Cloudpaw should probably aim to attend all of those so that he stopped eating random plants out in the woods to see what they did. Thank goodness Fawnpaw knew nothing about him doing that though. Ahaha... She'd smack him silly.

Of course, the brown-furred dappled molly would soon reassure the whole clan personally regarding Pikestar's condition. Another understanding nod from young Cloudpaw, having faith in his close friend that she had this completely handled. Honestly, if anything, he was surprised (and a bit annoyed, to be honest) that Gingerfrost and Fawnpaw were allowing Marigoldleap to still be involved. Then again, she was still mentoring the young she-cat until she became a full medicine cat. So, it made sense. Cloudpaw breathed in and then exhaled a sigh through his nose, shuffling his paws slightly so they didn't grow numb sitting idly in the cold. What was next to be brought to their attention? He certainly didn't know, feeling out of the loop almost always when it came to inner politics. Now that life was slowly becoming better for both himself and RiverClan as a whole, he hoped to be more of an active presence around here. Now that Cloudpaw had the actual will to do so, thank the stars.
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Silverfur & Co

December 14th, 2022, 09:33 AM

“You’re right,” Goldenleaf meowed,”you should wait until Pikestar is better.”

featherspirit mews "yeah your right hopefully he is better soon." she looks toward pikestars den and sat by her mate.

sock

December 14th, 2022, 04:29 PM

Rainglow had sat through this honking long enough. The tom's urge to return them had been rising, like bubbles to the surface of water. He shuffled his paws around a bit, and looked down. A very quiet noise escaped from his mouth. "Honk."

SpiritedWarrior

December 14th, 2022, 07:46 PM

Reedwhisker

She was glad to hear Pikestar was fine- just sick was all. It wasn't much of a big deal as long as RiverClan did as instructed and let Fawnpaw and Marigoldleap handle the situation. She nodded in agreement when the ginger deputy/acting leader said that no one else would be allowed in the den beside the medicine cat and her assistant.

The rule about swimming lessons being held at Cattail Pond for kits three moons and up was a bit unnerving, but she supposed that was because she was a queen a few times in her life and she'd never stop worrying for the safety of RiverClan's younger generations.

The young, dark brown warrior didn't think Larkpaw needed to learn Clan Etiquette, the young tom was kind enough to have never gotten in trouble with any leader in his life regarding how to behave when around the other Clans at the Gatherings or borders.

As the meeting went on, she heard the RiverClan leader's sickly honk and chortled as she watched one by one join in- never before had she seen something like this happen in RiverClan, but she was glad to have been able to witness it.

Littlestream

Pikestar's sickly honk was heard throughout the camp and made Littlestream chuckle, though she was unable to honk like some of her Clanmates, she did mrrp. Hearing there would be new etiquette and skills taught to the kits of RiverClan, the young cream tabby jumped up in excitement. Perhaps she'd be able to teach a skill or two that the younger generations could use in the future! I'll speak to Gingerfrost about it later... now's not the greatest time.

Since this next message was to mentors, the young cream tabby simply ignored it and waited patiently for the rest of the announcements.

RavensCall

December 15th, 2022, 03:01 AM

featherspirit mews "yeah your right hopefully he is better soon." she looks toward pikestars den and sat by her mate.
Goldenleaf purrs, curling his tail around his mate’s.

Silverfur & Co

December 15th, 2022, 12:52 PM

Goldenleaf purrs, curling his tail around his mate’s.

featherspirit curled her tail with her mates and purred softly

Estelle

December 18th, 2022, 03:19 PM

Sometimes, when you announce a leader’s sickness, you get panic. Other times, when the cats are a little more level-headed, you get grief. This time, they get… Honks? The tabby’s brows rose in mild surprise when Goosehonk’s sad honk got returned by none other than the feline below the stone he stood on (Pikestar really didn’t sound good) and not only that, but began a chorus of honks from their shields and warriors. His confused, and somewhat questioning, gaze moved from the base of the Streamstone to Fawnpaw, who didn’t appear any wiser to the situation but gave but a shrug. This clan got weirder and weirder. Blinking away his confusion the tabby looked over the clan, honks still sounding. (And somewhere, within the deepest depths of his cold heart, as these honks seeped into his ears… And only to a select few ethereal beings, sounded a grieving honk from the depths of the ginger tabby. Honk. The soundless honk resonated within his chest as his lips pressed together in apprehension. Naturally, No One heard this honk for the tabby had made No Sound, he didn’t partake in such… Strange activities. But the thought was there, in honour of those who did honk for they’re leaders well being. He just wasn’t aware of it).

Once the honking died down, finally, Fawnpaw was able to speak. The deputy would’ve stepped back but before he could he realised there was nothing to step back on or for, as the medicine cat was at the base of the Streamstone, and stepped forward. He kept an idle eye on her, rather listening and picking out the important bits of what she had to say. He found that the clan-wide herb lessons were a rather good idea; it couldn’t hurt, and on the contrary prove to be useful in future situations. He remained silent as he waited for Fawnpaw to finish her announcement, leaving a heartbeat or two after she finished so the clan could process the new curriculum. Luckily, most seemed to have heard him when he said to come see him after the meeting if they wanted to teach anything, as only Goldensomething spoke out their voluntaria, to which Gingerfrost only subtly nodded. They could speak after if they wanted to teach anything.

With the curriculum and Pikestar’s sickness out of the way, they would be about halfway through this meeting – there wasn’t much left other than reassignments and some last bits of information. With Fawnpaw finished and clearly (albeit almost surprisingly) there being no questions, it was time for him to proceed with the meeting.
“Before we move on; I will be travelling with Raccoonear, Fogcloud and… Fawnpaw to ShadowClan. We’ll be leaving tomorrow at sunrise, and return by sundown. In the meantime, Wormbite will be in charge.”
He’d debated for a while on whether he should inform the clan or not. Ultimately though, he concluded that they were better off knowing, If anything to avoid any possible panic. Still, the tabby deliberately remained vague. And he waited but a brief moment before moving on to reassignments, not exactly wanting to deal with what the clan might have to say about the little trip. It hadn’t been his favourite choice either, much less Fawnpaw coming along, but he couldn’t change that now.

Tail flicking as he scanned the clan’s faces for their reactions, he quickly moved on to the afore mentioned reassignments.
“If Falconpaw, Silverpaw, Egretpaw, Sparrowpaw, Snowypaw, Copperpaw, Dewpaw, Foxpaw and Peachpaw could step forward.”
He waited a few moments for each apprentice to recognise their name and, hopefully, step up. Two returnees and seven reassignments… Seven reassignments too many. Holding back a huff he lifted his head, eyes coming to the apprentices.

“Silverpaw [ maple. ]. You’ve recently returned to us;” somehow “it may come as a given, but to make it official, I trust Flintfang [ Kat ] will be finishing your training.”
His green eyes briefly landed on the grey warrior, subtly wondering what his take on all this was. But there was little time for wondering, all he could hope is that Flintfang would cherish his sister’s return, strange as it may be.
“Falconpaw [ Angelique ]; I’ll be overseeing your training myself.”
The molly had been missing for moons, but promised to do her best now that she was back. Gingerfrost expected to see results of that promise.

With the returnees done, it now came to the seven apprentice’s who’s mentors likely have gone missing. Casting his gaze onto the lot of them, he couldn’t help but wonder what caused so many mentors to always be disappearing.
“Egretpaw [ Burning'Flame ], your training will be taken care of by Honeyblossom [ Oceanflower ].
Sparrowpaw [ @/Burning'Flame ], you will be training with Goosehonk [ perseus. ]”
The apparent starter of the honkening.

“Lilycreek [ lonely.lilyx ], I trust you'll be able to handle Snowypaw.”
He recalled his conversation with the young apprentice; the tabby hoped that the apprentice might be able to find some sort of better role model in Lilycreek, what with how many kits she took care she might be a good influence on Snowypaw.
“Featherflame [ Poprock ], you will be taking care of Copperpaw’s [ Jinx. ] training.”
Once again he hoped the excitable warrior could teach Copperpaw some better coping mechanisms than lashing out.

“Dewpaw, Foxpaw [ Birdspirit ], your training will be overseen by Flamebriar [ NinjaBloss ] and Troutstone [ Rabbiteye ] respectively.”
Both these apprentices were on the older side, it shouldn’t be too long before they ought be ready for their assessments.
“Peachpaw [ Little Dakota ], Wolfsong [ Rizo ] will be finishing your training.”
If he wasn’t wrong Peachpaw too was nearing the end of her training. That would be good.

“If I’ve forgotten anyone or believe you need a reassignment, then step up now.. please.”
He’d done his best to recall every apprentice who needed a new mentor, but there was always a chance someone slipped by. It happened, and he’d rather avoid it by putting out that question. Silently, he waited for the new pairs to meet and kept an eye out in case anyone stepped up.

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SpiritWolf_yt

December 18th, 2022, 03:33 PM

CInderpaw thought for a moment thinking if she was getting trained lately* thinking* nope the molly stepped forward waiting to get her reassignment
Estelle

Peachpaw smied and turned looking for wolfsong wait who'se wolfsong? .... the molly thought hard but couldn't remember if she met him
Rizo

Ian

December 18th, 2022, 03:35 PM

Flamebriar's ears perked up at all the new information, a slight frown twisting at her maw at the mention of ShadowClan. Why wasn't the Clan being told the reason for the travel? "Gingerfrost, has something happened with ShadowClan that we need to be concerned about?" As far as she knew, in RiverClan had been around when Lionstar tar had accepted her into the Clan and changed her name from Citrusflower to Flamebriar. While curious about what happened between RiverClan and her niece's Clan, it would not bother her if Gingerfrost decided not to speak more on the matter.

On the other paw, receiving an apprentice was much more positive news, and the former ShadowClanner scanned the crowd for Dewpaw. "Dewpaw? I'm to be your new mentor."

Estelle Birdspirit

bubble[error].

December 18th, 2022, 03:49 PM

// Bluefang | He|His|Him | RiverClan Warrior \\

Bluefang smiled, seeing the apprentices get new mentors. He felt kind of sad that he wasn't given one, but he was still a new warrior.

Madelaine

December 18th, 2022, 04:47 PM

Falconpaw - Female[she/her]

Hearing the meeting continue the molly listened closely. This would be her time to get a new mentor, so she can work hard to finish her training. She had something to prove and she was going to prove it. First was Silverpaw who seemed to have recently returned as well then she heard her new name get called. So Gingerfrost was going to be her mentor. Was she nervous slightly, but she was going to make sure to show him that he would never regret letting her come home. The rest of the reasignments were a bit of a blur. She was all just excited she'd get to learn something.

Birdspirit

December 18th, 2022, 04:52 PM

puppeteer

December 18th, 2022, 05:14 PM

Silverpaw stepped forward with a sad frown, thinking that she wasnt going to be her brothers apprentice anymore but, she was wrong! She perked up immediately and nodded enthusiastically at Gingerfrost in thanks before turning and barreling directly into her brothers fur.

{ Kat }

sol.

December 18th, 2022, 05:16 PM

LILYCREEK

She tilted her head, confused. Shadowclan? She hissed quietly. She had family there she didn't need to hear from again until the next gathering. Why was Gingerfrost going to Shadowclan, of all things? An alliance? Surely they weren't going to appease Dawnstar.

She was about to open her mouth in order to ask, but reassignment were going on, so she kept quiet.

Her head perked up. An apprentice? She hadn't had one in ages, not after Marshpaw and Ravenpaw. She'd heard of Snowypaw, but never met her.

She looked around, walking over to her new charge.

"Hi there," she greeted kindly. "I'm your new mentor. I'll be sure to teach you everything I know." She offered her head for the traditional greeting.

[ Miss Christmas Spirit ]

Dakotaa

December 18th, 2022, 05:54 PM

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~ Estelle ~ lonely.lilyx ~
(Mentions for interactions)

SnowyPaw just nodded her head to her new mentor. She didn’t mean to be disrespectful, she just didn’t feel in the mood to do that traditional greeting. She heard Gingerfrost mention ShadowClan… SnowyPaw decided to do something impulsively… her voice rang throughout the clearing… “GingerFrost! May I come please? I know I’m just an apprentice but…” her voice got quieter as she spoke… “There’s something I need to figure out…” her voice became a whisper… SnowyPaw was silent for a second than finally spoke up again. “Sorry, I don’t mean to sound rude with interrupting again… it’s a private matter I’d like to discuss after the meeting with you Gingerfrost… but Uhm before you uh… go…”

(I’ll say it here what she was going to say. SnowyPaw has an older half sister in ShadowClan and her uncle told her that. She was told they have the same icy blue eyes and she wants to see. It’ll give her some closure to know that there’s someone else in her family.)

Burning'Flame

December 18th, 2022, 06:30 PM

Rizo

December 19th, 2022, 04:30 AM

MOONFROST
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The dark tabby shield had been lingering on the edge of the clearing, listening to the announcements that Gingerfrost had to share. She tilted her head a bit at the announcement that he and Fawnpaw would be heading to Shadowclan for... some reason.
I don't know if our Medicine Cat leaving right now is a good idea...
Concern caused her brow to furrow as she looked to the Medicine Den. She still needed to push Wolfsong to be seen for the frostbite she endured on her... wander. That was when she heard her sister be assigned an apprentice. With a small shake of her head, she looked sadly to the apprentice that Gingerfrost had mentioned. Would Wolfsong even be able to complete the training of this one in her current state? The Shield stifled a sigh and turned her attention back to Gingerfrost.

WOLFSONG
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She had been resting in the warrior's den when she heard her name called from the Streamstone.
Another apprentice?
With a grunt of effort, the silver tabby hoisted herself from her nest and limped her way out of the den. She would have to visit the medicine den prior to training. And maybe eat something. Maybe.
Slowly she made her way to the young cat she had been assigned, eyes still glossed over with pain, a distance in her gaze that made it seem like her thoughts were elsewhere. The cold leafbare air bit through her matted, grungy pelt. She hadn't even groomed herself yet since returning to the camp after her mistake. Her blue eyes fixed on Peachpaw, looking through her rather than at her.
"Peachpaw, I am Wolfsong. Give me a few days to recover, and I will finish your training," she croaked, her voice still hoarse from being out in the frozen atmosphere. Without waiting for an answer, the bedraggled warrior turned towards the Medicine Den, limping her way across the clearing to push her way inside.

[ Little Dakota ]

Rose

December 19th, 2022, 08:27 AM

Flintfang
He/Him

Flintfang's ears flicked with surprise as Gingerfrost called out his name to be a mentor. Again. For a few moments, his heart lurched with pain, but it wasn't long before Flintfang's mind allowed him to process which apprentice Gingerfrost had assigned to him. Silverpaw. He didn't know how, or why specifically Gingerfrost chose now of all times to toy with his mind. But the sudden presence of a small, familiar figure barrelling into his chest had Flintfang's breath calming into a more even rhythm. Silverpaw was here, she was okay. She was alive. His paws went out on their own accord, slowly wrapping around Silverpaw's frame and drawing her into a tighter embrace. He wasn't letting her go. Not again.

[ maple. - Silverpaw ]

Wingnettle

December 19th, 2022, 09:18 AM

Mintpaw (she/her)
White fur with shades of grey and blue eyes

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Mintpaw stared curiously at the Riverclan deputy. What sounded really weird was that she would be traveling with Fawnpaw and other two warriors to Shadowclan... but she didn't specify why. Do they need special herbs from Shadowclan? Is it why they're bringing the medicine cat as well?
She wished Gingerfrost would be open about their intentions, but she went on and listed another long list of apprentices and mentors. She stared thoughtfully at the deputy, wondering what they would bring back from their... mission.

SpiritWolf_yt

December 19th, 2022, 09:47 AM

Caspian

December 19th, 2022, 11:49 AM

Bouncepaw barely paid attention to the honking; he was still looking at his paws, trying to forget that his leader was sick. That means he might be contagious which means he has to be quarantined. He didn’t like this. He actually wished to be back in his nest. Back in his nest where he can dream about happy things. Like fish. Like the end of Leafbare… like his friends. He, also, barely heard the reassignments. He blocked out everything outside of his own head. Words to describe how he felt were nonexistent. Far away…

MockingRabbit

December 19th, 2022, 03:03 PM

Foxpaw stepped forward as did Dewpaw, reassignments? thought Foxpaw But why? Have I not been training hard enough? he worried. Dewpaw glanced at her friend, he had his worrying face on, "Hey" she whispered "It's gonna be okay" @NinjaBloss (https://warriorcatsonline.com/forums/member.php?u=15005) @Rabbiteye (https://warriorcatsonline.com/forums/member.php?u=16523)
Troutstone padded forward to his new apprentice. "Hello there," he mewed to Foxpaw.

occultation

December 19th, 2022, 05:54 PM

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Slatestripe listened quietly as Gingerfrost carried on the meeting once the honking had died down. The tom’s ears perked as the temporary leader announced that he’d be taking a patrol to ShadowClan the next day. Why? Irritation flashed through Slatestripe as Gingerfrost carried on with reassignments without giving the Clan a single tidbit of further information. What was the point of telling everyone, if Gingerfrost wasn’t going to bother explaining why?

The tom bit his tongue, not wanting to be the one to interrupt the meeting. A couple of other cats took care of that for him, questioning Gingerfrost as to what was going on that required them to travel to ShadowClan.

pxxylo

December 20th, 2022, 05:46 PM

> RACCOONEAR | Miss Christmas Spirit Cherry~ | ooc: raccoonear's insufferable in this post imo, but that just... raccoonear. we do not have the same opinions, however.

Raccoonear blinked slowly, her gaze swiftly moving over the clan for their reactions to the unexpected Shadowclan trip she would be partaking in. While she didn't expect Fawnpaw to be coming along, she needed to eventually meet her. After all, she seemed to be a great cat, and a great medicine cat. She was the kind of cat who had over-the-top empathy. Some cats, like her own apprentice who was refusing to even look at her, hated how she could easily scope out emotions. Others, admired her empathetic skill. It's quite easy, really, but that's a bucket of worms to dive into later. For now, she took time to notice what others thought of this announcement. Snowypaw, the only cat who spoke up about her concerns for the endeavor seemed to only want to go for personal matters. She wasn't the deputy himself, but she was a Shield, and someone going on the trip, so she felt that perhaps her opinion on the situation mattered. I think Snowypaw wants to go for personal reasons. Maybe family, but I shouldn't know. Either way, someone else in the clan, a trusted warrior of hers, can take her on another day. This trip is professional, while I do wish she could come with, it may be better she didn't. Anything can happen during a talk with Shadowclan like this... Dawnstar is very defensive of her cats, whatever they've done.

She noticed a few more cats like Moonfrost and Mintpaw with confused looks on their faces. You would think, Moonfrost would know about this, however nobody told her. Maybe later Raccoonear would, after the trip. However, one cat caught her eye. Slatestripe, a cat who she preferred to avoid for her own reasons. She respected all of her clan aside from those like Beastgrowl, or whatever his name was, Hollowsomething, who had been extremely rude at a FUNERAL. Slatestripe was not like them, but after observing his actions from time to time she had made a final decision that this was a cat the gray Shield would not be personal with at all. Anywho, she hopped down from her usual meeting rock and approached the striped tom and smiled to herself, happy to ease any confusion. She came up from behind him, as her rock was strategically placed for situations like this where she wanted to step in, even if it wasn't major or anything. "You seem worried about the trip Gingerfrost announced. If you'd like, after the trip I can inform you on what is allowed to be told, but I'm sure that it will be a public announcement eventually, so I'm sure that won't be necessary." She smiled before returning back to her perch.

perseus.

December 20th, 2022, 06:53 PM

Goosehonk's large ears perked as he heard his name being called, he was given an apprentice, he looked around before they landed on Sparrowpaw. He quickly walked over and honked quietly in greeting before touching noses with the apprentice.

Burning'Flame

Fogcloud nodded that she would be brought along for the meeting to ShadowClan. Their tail stayed wrapped around their paws as the listened to the reassignments, truly they were tired of warriors not doing their duties. It was like this during the last meeting as well.

Cicadapaw was watching quietly.

Burning'Flame

December 20th, 2022, 06:59 PM

Birdspirit

December 20th, 2022, 11:03 PM

Foxpaw gazed up at his new mentor "H-hello" he stuttered Rabbiteye

taillow

December 20th, 2022, 11:42 PM

Fawnpaw
As the meeting progressed, it was easy enough to hear some voices over the rest. A rather excited kit caught her attention and Fawnpaw glanced towards them. She didn't quite recognize them, though they were young and seemed to be stuck to the side of Lilycreek. Had she had another litter during her time away? A soft smile spread across her face at the older queens compliment, shooting her an admiring glance if she was able to catch it. Whoever the kit was definitely seemed like a joyous pawful - perhaps she would stop by the nursery to make introductions.

Having felt a gaze upon her when she had stepped up to give more information about the herb classes she would be holding, Fawnpaw finally gave in and let her blue eyes wander over to Cloudpaw. The curly-furred tom was shuffling his paws in what appeared to be an attempt to keep them warm. It made her want to chuckle a little, though it was all in a lighthearted manner. She attempted to catch his eye, sharing a mused look with him over the honking that had just erupted in the clearing. Knowing her best friend well she knew the effort it had taken him to refrain from laughing. Perhaps it was something they could guffaw at later.

Gingerfrost continued on, speaking next of the travel to ShadowClan's border. That was right. Though, Fawnpaw was curious as to what the interaction would entail now since Silverpaw had been returned to them. Hopefully it would be a civil discussion, though that likely depended on who they ran into at the border. Personally the young medicine cat was hopeful they could come to a resolution that didn't involve claws and needless bloodshed, especially now that leaf-bare had taken hold of the Clans.

Of course though it appeared cats perhaps had not been privvy to the reasoning behind the journey to ShadowClan's border. Ears swiveled along with eyes to land on Flamebriar, who asked what the intention of the patrol was. Despite the knowledge she had on the reasoning, Fawnpaw figured this was something for Gingerfrost to handle. It was, after all, up to him and Pikestar how much they decided to share about the journey after all - not that it would even be a journey, likely not even a day.

An apprentice she recognized as Snowypaw then spoke up, asking to come along. Fawnpaw wasn't too confident in the young she-cat going really anywhere outside of camp - especially to the border - until she was doing better. Her blue eyes grew round in concern, not necessarily caring for the reasoning behind it and more so shutting it down on the basis that Snowypaw was an apprentice and no one currently on the patrol could guess how ShadowClan would react to them. The last thing she wanted was a young apprentice already somewhat unstable mentally to come along and be subjected to even more trauma. Hopefully Gingerfrost would turn her down gently.

Eyes peeled to observe more of the Clan (and to keep an eye out for any trouble causer because stars, they did not need that while her brother was sick) Fawnpaw was quick to take in the unfortunately state of Wolfsong. Her eyes widened and in an instant she was on her paws. She hadn't seen the she-cat since she had been back to camp but... stars, what had happened to her?? Her fur was matted, ungroomed, and her eyes bore a look that she had seen often in her den. Speaking words to her new apprentice was the last straw and, giving a flick of her tail to Gingerfrost the young medicine cat left her perch and slid between the crowd of gathered cats, bounding forward until she reached Wolfsong's side. Gently she aimed to lay a tail across the she-cat's back, shooting her a soft glance, as she accompanied her into her den. Her portion of the meeting was done, and anything else that required her attention would surely be relayed to her when there wasn't an injured Clanmate to care for.

[ lonely.lilyx canineantics Estelle Rizo - Only mentioning those Fawnpaw glanced at or interacted with. Also, she has left the meeting to tend to Wolfsong. ]

MockingRabbit

December 21st, 2022, 02:59 AM

Foxpaw gazed up at his new mentor "H-hello" he stuttered @Rabbiteye (https://warriorcatsonline.com/forums/member.php?u=16523)
Troutstone sat down beside him. "We'll begin training when the meeting is over. How far have you gotten?" He asked.

Birdspirit

December 21st, 2022, 02:33 PM

"Not very far" he said timidly. He could hunt but not very well and he was still more scared of the water than anyone else his age. Rabbiteye

MockingRabbit

December 21st, 2022, 02:39 PM

"Not very far" he said timidly. He could hunt but not very well and he was still more scared of the water than anyone else his age. @Rabbiteye (https://warriorcatsonline.com/forums/member.php?u=16523)
"We'll soon catch you up," Troutstone grinned.

Estelle

December 21st, 2022, 06:27 PM

He’d sincerely hoped no one would step up when he questioned if anyone else required a reassignment. But as he watched the new pairs of mentors and apprentices meet, among them, his eye fell onto Cinderpaw who stepped forward. He had to hold back a sigh. Was Cinderpaw's current mentor even missing? Just as he began contemplating who he could reassign this unfortunate apprentice to, a slightly familiar voice sounded from the crowd. Shifting his gaze, his dark green eyes came upon Flamebriar, questioning about ShadowClan. ..It wasn’t that he hadn’t noticed the wave of mild unrest ripple through the clan the moment he mentioned ShadowClan, it was that he chose not to speak further upon it, lest someone decided to inquire him on it. Which he hoped wouldn’t happen. Ignore it, if you will, but that went with the wind the moment Flamebriar spoke. Lightly shaking his head, it was up to him this time to handle these inquiries.
“It’s nothing to be worried about, Flamebriar.”
He gave her a steady look, hoping that would be enough to appease any worries for now – among her, and the rest of the clan. Gingerfrost was awfully aware of some of the pointed looks he got, deciding against turning their way. Instead, before he could even proceed with Cinderpaw’s reassignment, another voice spoke up. Snowypaw. Another breath he had to hold back when he shifted his gaze to the apprentice and her mentor, picking out the issue within her words. He flicked his ear, momentary thought when he caught Fawnpaw’s look (at least Wolfsong would be getting treatment now).
[ NinjaBloss ]

“We can talk about this after the meeting, Snowypaw. But no one will be coming with us.”
At that last part he swept a partial gaze over the clan, indicating that wasn’t just meant for her but as a general note. He figured being direct with it was better, and he did want to continue with the meeting now. Lucky for him the only other ‘interruption’ was the light mental note he made about how Raccoonear approached Slatestripe, one of the few he’d noticed didn’t look all too pleased. He’d let her handle this, the tabby hadn’t been particularly bothered. Truthfully, he somewhat expected at least a little backlash.
[ Miss Christmas Spirit ]

But with that out of the way, a light huff coming from the tom, Gingerfrost could finally proceed with the meeting.
“Rainglow [ ~Eclipse_Lake~ ], will you be able to finish Cinderpaw’s [
Little Dakota ] training.”
Having noted the warrior in a quick glance over the clan, he’d decided that perhaps it was time for Rainglow to take on an apprentice. His words weren’t so much asking the warrior if they could teach the apprentice, and more him assigning Cinderpaw to Rainglow. But those were just details; the two would be working together from now on. Fluffing his pelt against the cold air, he gave a moment for them to meet (and any more interruptions to happen should it be necessary) before he continued.

One not so disappointing thing about the meeting was seeing that Flintfang had accepted Silverpaw back with open paws – literally. He wouldn’t have wanted to expect any other way, despite how off the silver warrior may have looked. Even Gingerfrost could tell. Speaking of apprentices, that was the last thing he wanted to touch upon this meeting. Apprentices and their little escapes.
“Recently,” he began “there have been a few instances of apprentices leaving camp alone. This is a reminder that within the territory, and especially near the borders, apprentices are required to have two warriors with them at all times. Punishment may be issued to apprentices who sneak out, and to warriors who knowingly let an apprentice alone within the territory."
He hoped they – especially the apprentice – would remember that the rule exist for their own safety. He’d rather not be reprimanding anyone for this, it was a bother and he preferred them all alive too. Now, it wasn’t as if he’d personally heard of warriors letting apprentices go out on their own, at least not recently. But there was bound to be one or two who might’ve let it happen, might as well have them think he’s onto them or something; just so it won’t happen again. Steadily watching the clan for their last reactions, it was but a few heartbeats before he could call the meeting to a close.

“Meeting dismissed.”
Gingerfrost finally announced, not hesitating to leap of off the Streamstone. He shot only one last look back up after his paws hit the ground with a soft thud, indecipherable thought likely passing through his mind before he turned away and towards a specific apprentice.

“Snowypaw,"
Hadn’t they been here before?

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December 21st, 2022, 06:38 PM

// Bluefang | He|His|Him | RiverClan Warrior \\

Bluefang nodded to Gingerfrost and left the Streamstone.

sol.

December 21st, 2022, 06:42 PM

LILYCREEK

She felt a little perplexed as Snowypaw had called out to Gingerfrost in order to try for the patrol to Shadowclan. She shivered internally. It was a wonder how different cats of the same allegiance could be; Lilycreek was indifferent to the clan so long as her family remained, but Snowypaw seemed anxious, even insistent on going.

She frowned, trying to find her niece in the crowd. Not that Bluebellpaw would ever do such a thing, such that she was easily influenced; Kestrelpaw wasn't exactly a rule-following angel.

The meeting closed, and Gingerfrost hurriedly stepped from the Streamstone, presumably to speak with Snowypaw. She frowned a little. She would never restrict an apprentice from doing things if they really wanted to, since she believed them old enough to make decisions on their own; but familial problems aside, it was still not an ideal choice.

She sat down in her spot, which was a few tail-lengths away from Gingerfrost, and waited for their conversation to continue. She threw the deputy a questioning glance. She wasn't trying to eavesdrop (the politely disinterested air about her gave it away), but wanted to understand the situation- Snowypaw was her apprentice now, therefore, a part of her responsibility.

[ Estelle Miss Christmas Spirit ]

Bluebellpaw dragged Kestrelpaw away as the meeting ended.

Dakotaa

December 21st, 2022, 06:51 PM

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~ Estelle ~
SnowyPaw looked nervous, especially after hearing the last part of the announcement. She shook her head then looked at Gingerfrost… “I… know that the meeting in ShadowClan is strictly professional and all that jazz… but Uhm… my uncle told me that I have a… a sister there with the same eyes as me and I Uhm… if I can’t go see if it’s true, can you look out for me and try to find her? You don’t need to say anything, i just… i just need to know if it’s true.” She looked to her paws.
Wildholly, her mom, had recently gone missing. Although SnowyPaw wasn’t too close to her mom, she had still been a bit down. Now though, she looked to have a bit of hope… this was genuinely important to her…

SpiritWolf_yt

December 21st, 2022, 07:31 PM

* rainglow who is that?* she asked herself in her head looking around
~Eclipse_Lake~

sock

December 21st, 2022, 07:35 PM

* rainglow who is that?* she asked herself in her head looking around
~Eclipse_Lake~
The fluffy grey tom sat around the back, gazing anxiously at the apprentice. Rainglow caught her looking back at him, and quickly turned his eyes away.

SpiritWolf_yt

December 21st, 2022, 07:45 PM

Cinderpaw gulped and made her way she sat a istance away but sorta next to him"h-hi" she meowed
~Eclipse_Lake~ [ not much training just reviews then the assessment and then thats it]

sock

December 21st, 2022, 08:22 PM

Cinderpaw gulped and made her way she sat a istance away but sorta next to him"h-hi" she meowed
~Eclipse_Lake~ [ not much training just reviews then the assessment and then thats it]
Rainglow watched in fear as Cinderpaw sat near him. Oh. No. He was not prepared for such socialization. "H-h-hello..." He stuttered in his quiet voice.

Estelle

December 21st, 2022, 10:24 PM

So it was about family after all. The tabby wasn’t mad. In fact, he rarely got truly mad, mostly just different degrees or annoyed and irritated. This time mostly perplexed as to why Snowypaw wanted to come so badly, and not looking forward at the thought of her begging him to go. To his surprise however, she handled it rather… Well. Much different from the lying and rude Snowypaw who had made fun of Copper not too long ago. And truthfully, perhaps you could say that some part of the old grump sympathised with her familial situation – in a way. He too had family he hardly knew. And perhaps he could understand her want to find family that she could get along with. Huffing a breath, he probably would’ve pinched the bridge of his nose if he could.
“I’ll keep an eye out, if I can.”
He told her, voice back to it’s signature muttery state. Facts were that he would likely have to keep an eye out either way, though not exactly for those things. Briefly focusing his gaze behind the apprentice, Gingerfrost signalled with his tail for Lilycreek to come closer.
“You’ll have better chance finding your sister at the gathering. You could ask Lilycreek for help.”
Shifting from Snowypaw to the warrior, he gave her a steady look; one which intended to convey his intention in pairing the two: that maybe Lilycreek could help her, be a good influence on her. He wasn’t blind to the fact that Snowypaw needed some form guidance. With no further words, his gaze moved from the new mentor back to the apprentice with a slight hint of warning in it’s edge; an assurance she knew what a difference in clans may entail. Though, the look was gone soon as it came, as Gingerfrost awaited to see if there was anything else. He wasn’t going to stop Snowypaw from trying to find her sister, but he couldn’t allow her to come along (or sneak out) either. That would cause too much trouble.

[ Miss Christmas Spirit lonely.lilyx ]

Caspian

December 21st, 2022, 10:48 PM

Bouncepaw growled in clear anger. He was upset. Very upset. He hadn’t done anything. And he could tell that not a ton of other apprentices have done it too. “Why must we suffer for the actions of another cat?” He said just quietly enough to where Gingerfrost couldn’t hear. He has wanted to say more but he but his tongue. He did not want to get in trouble. He cursed under his breath and walked back into the apprentices den. He had not been upset when he left his nest but he was bubbling with rage when he was back from the meeting.

(Open)

sol.

December 22nd, 2022, 06:11 AM

LILYCREEK

She took Gingerfrost's signal, and edged closer in time to hear him tell Snowypaw about the gathering. Finding her sister? She tilted her head questioningly, making sure to keep it out of Snowypaw's sight. She didn't want to pry, but if they felt comfortable sharing, she wouldn't lose any sleep over it.

She felt Gingerfrost's gaze and the weight of it. She knew Snowypaw was... troubled, to say the least. Perhaps she was chosen because of her innate ability to keep the kits from running the clan to the ground. She gave him a small nod. Snowypaw was her responsibility now; like a daughter. Lilycreek would educate her to the best of her ability.

[ Estelle Miss Christmas Spirit ]

Wingnettle

December 22nd, 2022, 06:12 AM

Mintpaw (she/her)
White fur with shades of grey and blue eyes

https://i.ibb.co/fpzh8gK/Mintpaw.png (https://imgbb.com/)

· · ─────── ·✧· ─────── · ·

Flamebriar had decided to let out the same doubts that Mintpaw was holding back, but it was all useless in the end. She noticed Slatestripe frowning at the same, bland response as the deputy refused to give out more information about this weird trip to Shadowclan.

Why would they hold this a secret after its announcement? What do they want with Shadowclan? Even though Gingerfrost had already dismissed this meeting, Mintpaw's mind still whirled with unanswered questions. She felt like this whole matter was something... bigger, than it seemed. But again, she could be wrong. Maybe I'm just imagining things.

With a twitch of her ears, she left the crowd of cats and returned to her peaceful spot at the edge of the camp, on the shore of water. She was picturing the patrol leaving Riverclan to meet Dawnstar.

SpiritWolf_yt

December 22nd, 2022, 08:25 AM

sock

December 22nd, 2022, 09:03 AM

Cinderpaw fiddled her paws waiting for something to happen relaly anything but another reply from her mentor would be good the molly moved her tail side to side and fidle with her paws

~Eclipse_Lake~
Rainglow kept his gaze away from Cinderpaw, deeply wishing he had the power to just... disappear.

SpiritWolf_yt

December 22nd, 2022, 09:06 AM

CInderpaw ears flattened" u-um s-so w-when w-will i b-be starting m-my t-training?" she asked

@~Eclipse_Lake

occultation

December 23rd, 2022, 01:23 PM

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Raccoonear approached Slatestripe mere moments after the announcement of the ShadowClan patrol. Apparently his reaction was more visible than he initially realized. There was something slightly smug about the way the molly offered to explain things, which he didn’t appreciate. However, he wasn’t in the business of starting any trouble with one of the Clan’s Shields. In a neutral tone, he responded, “I would appreciate that.”

Turning his attention back to the Streamstone, Slatestripe noted that Gingerfrost was continuing with the meeting. The temporary leader offered no further explanation for the journey to ShadowClan. Only one apprentice, Cinderpaw, stepped up for reassignment. The tom’s ears perked as his brother was assigned to train the apprentice. Would Rainglow be able to handle the responsibility of training an apprentice without breaking under the pressure? He hoped so.

After Gingerfrost dismissed the meeting, Slatestripe hung around to wait for Raccoonear’s elaboration on the purpose of the patrol.

( lane. )

SpiritedWarrior

December 24th, 2022, 05:32 PM

Reedwhisker

There were many reassignments to get done. As she continued to listen to Gingerfrost pair apprentices with their new mentors, she was pleased to see Flintfang and Sliverpaw get reunited once again, this time in a more sweet way rather than the aggressive behavior her brother displayed before. More apprentices popped up before the ginger tabby deputy, which made the dark brown warrior's fur prickle with disappointment. I just hope these apprentices get the training they deserve from their new mentors...

The meeting soon came to an end, which left Reedwhisker no other choice but to go get some long-awaited rest in the warrior's den.

Littlestream

Multiple reassignments were handled soon after the honkening had ended, which Littlestream was glad to have witnessed. With the death and sickness going on, it was nice to see a united front form, even if it was to slightly interrupt a meeting. With nothing more to see from her former mentor, the cream tabby got up and took her leave to her favorite shady spot in the clearing.

Dakotaa

December 24th, 2022, 06:04 PM

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~ Estelle ~ lonely.lilyx ~

SnowyPaw gave a small nod then looked over to her new mentor. Her head turns back to Gingerfrost. “okay, you promise you’ll look though, right? Same blue eyes as mine…” the poor apprentice just wanted something to hold onto…

Estelle

December 25th, 2022, 11:38 PM

From behind the apprentice, Gingerfrost noted Lilycreek's nod - a slight sign she understood his meaning. Light as can be, he returned the small gesture, in a sense thankful the warrior was willing to take her on. Returning his dark green gaze to Snowypaw, the tabby gave a second, slightly more clear nod.
"I'll see what I can do."
Is all Gingerfrost could say, unable to promise he'd have the chance to stare each and every ShadowClanner in the eyes when there was other business to tend to. Though, he could note it if he happened across someone with the same eyes. As long as it wouldn't cause any trouble.

[ lonely.lilyx Miss Christmas Spirit ]

taillow

January 1st, 2023, 03:47 PM

Fawnlight
Gray clouds hung overhead as a gentle breeze swept through camp. No scent of rain was present, so Fawnlight was hopeful they would be able to avoid any falling during the meeting. After speaking with Pikestar and getting the okay, she stepped up to the base of the Streamstone and glanced up the length of it. Stars, it was rather tall, and for a moment she felt a little unsure. But Pikestar said he would be there to watch, as would Cloudpaw, and if nothing else she knew she could draw confidence from the two toms. So she could do this.

Taking a soft breath the young medicine cat bunched up her legs before springing upward. It was difficult to get a grip on the stone what with the thin layer of frost but using her claws Fawnlight eventually managed to scale to the top. From up here everything appeared much different. She could see the entirety of camp, all of the dens and cats mingling below. It surely was a site, one that almost took her breath away. She felt so... free up here. So confident.

"Cats of RiverClan, if you could gather around for a moment please!"

Her voice came out soft and full, yet loud enough to summon all of those within earshot. Blue eyes twinkled as she sat down, watching and waiting for her Clanmates to gather. Hopefully with Pikestar at the mouth of his den they wouldn't be shocked with her calling a meeting - regardless, it was only going to be a short one.

PLEASE NOTE THAT AFTER OKAYING IT WITH ZEN, PIKESTAR IS AT THE MOUTH OF HIS DEN, WHICH IS AT THE BASE OF THE STREAMSTONE. SO CATS SHOULD BE ABLE TO SPOT HIM.

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// Bluefang | He|His|Him | RiverClan Warrior \\

Bluefang ran to the Streamstone as fast as possible. "Fawnpaw! What's wrong? Where's Pikestar? Is he ok?" The white-furred tomcat turned his head. Thank StarClan. Pikestar was in his den, at the mouth of it. But why wasn't he up on Streastone, with Fawnpaw? What's going on? Is Pikestar stepping down?

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++ Bearkit = He/His/Him = RiverClan Kit ++

[ Open ]

Bearkit heard someone call all cats and sprinted out of the nursery to see what was going on.

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January 1st, 2023, 03:51 PM

Copperpaw came over.
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Dakotaa

January 1st, 2023, 03:52 PM

PebbleSplash and SnowyPaw scurried over, happily.

sol.

January 1st, 2023, 03:53 PM

LILYCREEK

She poked her head out of the warrior's den, hearing Fawnpaw's call. She wasn't sure what the message would be, but as she trotted toward the Streamstone, Lilycreek marveled at Fawnpaw's posture. The medicine cat she once knew was quieter, a little more timid. Now, she seemed freer. More confident, more herself. She couldn't hep but feel proud, and offered Fawnpaw a smile and a friendly wave with her tail. Hopefully, whatever it was wasn't too awful.

[ birdie ]

BLUEBELLPAW + KESTRELPAW

The cousins appeared into the clearing, one bouncing and the other trudging. Bluebellpaw was eager, breathless even. Fawnpaw was just. So. Cool. An apprentice, and a medicine cat? Fawnpaw was really amazing. Maybe Bluebellpaw could become something like that too.

Kestrelpaw, however, was a bit more apprehensive. The past meetings she had been too were little cause of celebration. How could she be sure that this one wouldn't go down the same path?

[ all three characters are open to everyone! ]

Beamheart

January 1st, 2023, 03:55 PM

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Firelight gathered at the Streamstone, beneath the medicine cat. She briefly wondered why Fawnpaw was calling a meeting; if the leader was absent, wasn't it more common for the deputy to host meetings? Anyway, She'd find out soon enough.

banjokazooiey

January 1st, 2023, 04:04 PM

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DEERSHADE

As the medicine cat yowled out for a clan meeting, Deershade had just padded into camp after patrolling by herself, trying to get a small break from the nonstop hunting she'd been doing recently. However, the sight of their medicine cat arranging for a meeting was mildly concerning; was Pikestar not well enough to do so? If so, why was Gingerfrost not making it? Shaking off the concern; after all, there was no use overthinking it; the she-cat sat down in front of the Streamstone, ready for the meeting.

poppy

January 1st, 2023, 04:05 PM

// canineantics for her little wave to pike! // open!

Birdpaw padded up to the Streamstone, spotting her dad in front of his den, waving her tail at him in greeting. He didn't look sick, but Birdy didn't want to risk it, so she just tried to send him an invisible air hug from where she say. Then, she looked around tentatively for someone that was safe to sit by, eventually just deciding to stay where she was. If she was within sight of Dad, she'd be safe enough.

Caspian

January 1st, 2023, 04:06 PM

Bouncepaw heard the call of Fawnpaw and shrugged as he walked over. She wasn’t leader. Or deputy. But she was the medicine cat and needed to be respected. Besides, you aren’t just gonna ignore her and then walk in injures expecting her to treat them after disrespecting her.

Redlake bounded over to the clearing and sat down after hearing the call of the medicine cat. She watched intently at her, waiting.

BirdieChirp

January 1st, 2023, 04:07 PM

Poprock

January 1st, 2023, 04:10 PM

Featherflame walked triumphantly over to the clearing, flexing her muscles as she went. What could Little Fawn have to say? She wondered, busying herself with a few mental exercises (thinking really hard).

Bonsai

January 1st, 2023, 04:16 PM

~^~ Pumkinfire ~^~

His ear twitched as the medicine cat’s call reached his ears. Another meeting so soon? He couldn’t help a little worry that bad news about their leader might be inbound. However, he spotted Pikestar watching from the mouth of his den. Relief was mixed with disgruntlement. Was this another lecture about doing better? The first had been inspiring enough they didn’t need another. Especially so soon. Nonetheless he padded up and took a seat. It wasn’t fair for him to feel annoyed before they had even started. He should give her a fair chance.

Captain

January 1st, 2023, 04:17 PM

PIKESTAR { birdie // Crystal The Crystal Cat // jupiter }
⸻⸻⸻⸻⸻⸻⸻⸻⸻
➣ At the sound of Fawnpaw—no, Fawnlight—calling everyone in the clan together, the tall dark-furred tomcat appeared in the mouth of his den. He slowly sat himself down, resting his bushy tail over his paws and silently watching RiverClan cats gather around the Streamstone. Pikestar lifted his partial gaze to give the dappled molly an encouraging smile and nod of his head. However, the ever-so familiar sound of Bluefang, his former apprentice, caused him to sharply turn his head towards the white-furred tomcat. “Bluefang, I’m fine, you minnowbrain.” He huffed, waving a paw dismissively at the newly-named warrior, “I’m fine, everyone. Nothing bad is happening, just listen well and listen good to our medicine cat. She has a few important things that she needs to tell the clan.” Pikestar didn’t want to take the attention away from his little sister, or send the clan into a wild panic. Everything was fine! He knew that they all had one hell of a couple few moons, but things were finally getting better in RiverClan. Finally. From where the oriental tomcat sat, he caught the gaze of his daughter, Birdpaw, waving to him silently from the crowd. He waved his tail back at her with a warm smile. As soon as his den quarantine was lifted, Pikestar silently vowed to take a day where the two cats could spend quality time together.

Spotty

January 1st, 2023, 04:38 PM

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Stagkit
jupiter [Hope u dont mind :eyes: :heartbounce:]

The white and brown little kit poked his head out of the nursery and looked towards a light brown molly atop the big rock in the middle of the camp. She told 'cats of Riverclan' to 'gather around' and since Stagkit was a cat of Riverclan he gathered around; that meaning he strolled out into the clearing and looked around to try and figure out what was doing on. Was this one of those clan meetings he had heard of? But wasn't Pikeleader suppossed to hold them? He looked around, and spotted the tall Leadercat near that den... so why was that other cat calling the meeting then?

He over heard some cat saying 'Fawnpaw' and 'medicine cat'. Oooo, so that was MedFawn? Cool! But that still didn't awser his question...

His blue eyes had been focused on MedFawn, so he didn't notice the Pawcat right infront of him before he (almost?) bumped into them. Quickly he stagered a few steps paw, shook his head and glanced up, looking right at a light grey molly. OOoooooohhhhh..... "Youre fluuuuufffy...." He mumbled out as he with wide eyes gazed at the Pawcat. "Errhhh, sorry for bumping into you, didnt see ya!" Well this was awkard. "But,,, ehh,,, your fur is really soft!" At the last part he broke out in a big and bright, toothy and somewhat goofy looking grin.

Estelle

January 1st, 2023, 04:41 PM

Arriving from a corner of the clearing, the ginger tabby lowered in a quick stretch before sitting down. While it was peculiar to see Fawnpaw call a meeting, Gingerfrost was hardly concerned as he took notice of the dark furred leader sitting just outside of his den. If anything, he presumed it might be to announce the leader's well being. Which was good timing. He had some things to discuss with Pikestar after the meeting.

occultation

January 1st, 2023, 04:43 PM

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Slatestripe was mid-nap when Fawnpaw’s call for a meeting startled him awake. RiverClan has been having a lot of meetings lately. Hopefully this is worth waking me up from my nap!

Hauling himself to his paws, Slatestripe padded over to join the assembling crowd. He caught sight of Pikestar sitting at the entrance to his den. The warrior had to wonder when the leader would be resuming his duties. Gingerfrost and Fawnpaw were doing what they could, but RiverClan needed their leader to provide direction. Especially if things with ShadowClan continued to remain shaky. It must be a pretty bad illness, to keep him down this long. Hopefully he didn’t lose a life!

{Closed}

SpiritedWarrior

January 1st, 2023, 05:10 PM

Reedwhisker

The brown warrior walked over to the Streamstone, interested to see that Pikestar was not the one calling the Clan together like usual. But upon further inspection, and hearing Pikestar's voice, she realized that Pike was no longer honking or sick. He was just simply sitting outside his den. Settling herself down around the middle of the crowd, she lifted her hazel eyes and stared at Fawnpaw, eager to hear what she had to say to the whole of RiverClan.

SpiritWolf_yt

January 1st, 2023, 05:28 PM

peachpaw CInderpaw padded over with curiousity

Swiftflight watched

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January 1st, 2023, 05:29 PM

Fawnhearted

January 1st, 2023, 06:15 PM

Seedheart
She/Her + They/Them

The molly was slightly worried about the Medicine Cat calling a clan meeting, but by the fact that Pikestar was peeking out of the den, and Fawnpaw's expression, she felt herself calm down.

...

Had Fawnpaw always looked this old? She looked very graceful, and thinking back, Seedheart had been here for quite a bit, so Fawnpaw was the small cat she had befriended all those moons ago.

---

Crabkit
She/Her

Blind Eyes were keenly focused,,who know's where. The kit was waddling between everyone's feet, not really caring about who she did or didn't trip.

She smelled,, BIGCAT PIKEY!

Crabkit did a full 180, spinning around to face the direction Pikestar was peeking out from. She looked, hopefully where his eyes were, before loudly saying.

"Pikey."

What did it mean? What is a threat? A promise?
[ Who knows canineantics, thats up for you to interpret ]

Bean.

January 1st, 2023, 06:30 PM

Nightpaw’s ears perked as she heard the medicine cat’s call. She walked to where the others were at and was a bit confused

gs29513

January 1st, 2023, 06:44 PM

At the sound of the medicine cat's call, Antkit's ears sprung to attention, erect and peaked above her head. Shaking off the moss which had accumulated in her fur as she got to her feet, the tiny molly practically buzzed with excitement as she prepared to make her grand entrance. It was unlikely to actually be grand, given her small size, but in her head, it was accompanied by much cheering and adulation. When she did eventually exit the nursery to none of that she was somewhat disappointed, but shook it off quickly. There were other things to do!

For one, she could see Fawnpaw perched on the Streamstone, calling the clan to order. Antkit, as a proud member of the greatest clan ever, headed that way herself, plopping down self-importantly near the center front of the crowd. She was short, alright? If she sat in the back she wouldn't be able to see over all the lame apprentices!! Her front row seat and inability to focus for long rewarded her with another bit of knowledge. Pikestar, the leader extraordinaire of Riverclan, was currently poking his head just barely out of his den. Oogling him with no small amount of awe, Antkit was well and truly distracted if momentarily stationary.

Pitou

January 1st, 2023, 08:15 PM

**Doeheart**

The lilac queen moved out into the clearing at the soft yet now-familiar voice of the young medicine cat. She sat down, looking up. It was odd to see her in such a way, so collected, so befitting the high rank. It was difficult to tell if the responsibility had been good for the young she-cat or an overall detriment but Doeheart was confident that she had been good for the role, good for Riverclan. She curled her feathered tail over her paws, a sullen feeling lingering in her chest and making her feel constantly heavy, sunken, reduced. But through it all, she felt nothing but muted pride looking up at their medicine cat and awaiting the announcement.

Silverfur & Co

January 1st, 2023, 08:22 PM

Featherspirit watched the meeting so did snowstripe

Ian

January 1st, 2023, 08:32 PM

Flamebriar trotted over to sit amongst the gathered cats, eager to see what news Fawnlight had to share. She was pretty sure it had to do with the medicine cat receiving her full name, but maybe there was something else as well.

sol.

January 1st, 2023, 08:44 PM

RavensCall

January 1st, 2023, 09:18 PM

Goldenleaf and Smokepaw went to the Streamstone, both wondering what Fawnpaw had to say.

Caspian

January 1st, 2023, 09:19 PM

Bouncepaw scanned the crowd for anyone he knew. Finally, his gaze rested on one of his close friends,
Bluebellpaw. He walked over to her and smiled, “Hi, Bluebellpaw!”He sat down. “Mind if I sit here?”

{ lonely.lilyx }

sol.

January 1st, 2023, 09:22 PM

Caspian

January 1st, 2023, 09:31 PM

BLUEBELLPAW

She jumped, turning away from her cousins for a moment. Oh, Bouncepaw!

"Hi Bouncepaw!" she said. "These are my cousins, Kestrelpaw and Rosemarykit."

Kestrelpaw gave a curt nod. She'd seen the other apprentice around enough to know he was friendly with her cousin.

[ Caspian ]
Bouncepaw dipped his head in respect towards the pair. His gaze had a respectful glint in his eye. “Greetings, I am Bouncepaw.”His gaze flicked over to the medicine cat. “What do you think she has to say?” [FONT="Impact"]His gaze did not move from the medicine cat as he talked.

sol.

January 1st, 2023, 09:36 PM

BLUEBELLPAW

She shrugged. "Definitely something important. Do you think Mr. Pikestar's better yet? He's been sick for a real long time."

[ Caspian ]

Caspian

January 1st, 2023, 09:41 PM

BLUEBELLPAW

She shrugged. "Definitely something important. Do you think Mr. Pikestar's better yet? He's been sick for a real long time."

[ Caspian ]
He blinked and looked back at her. “I’m sure that Sir Pike has recovered from his disease.” Bouncepaw has changed since being a kit. He was more… polite… he looked at Kestrelpaw and Rosemarykit.

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sol.

January 1st, 2023, 09:52 PM

Caspian

January 1st, 2023, 09:59 PM

BLUEBELLPAW

She wrinkled her nose a little. What was up with Bouncepaw's word choice? "Pretty sure you don't need to go as far as to call him 'sir'," she commented blandly. "Though I do hope he has; that whitecough really seemed to engulf him."

Kestrelpaw turned to cough, but really, she was rolling her eyes. Sir? Really? And, Pike? Puh-lease. Just use his real name.

[ Caspian ]
Bouncepaws cheeks felt hot in embarrassment. “S-sorry- I’m sorry!-“ He was embarrassed. He didn’t know that how he called Pikestar would make them uncomfortable. He shook it out of his head and nodded in agreement.
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poppy

January 1st, 2023, 10:16 PM

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. Spotty ♡

Her father waved back, and Birdpaw felt her chest warm. He had noticed her, after all! Hopefully she and her dad could spend some time together, the last time they had actually talked and hung out was before... well before her whole dying thing. She had so much that she wanted to share with him, so maybe after he was feeling better, they could spent some time together. Like they used to.

But as her dad refocused on the meeting, the fluffy ragdoll felt something small bump into her side, then soon after heard the small squeak of a younger cat, who as she looked down recognized as Stagkit. She was somewhat of a baby addict, loving to play and watch kids whenever the queens needed some time to themselves (though those babysitting occasions were rare, as the majority of the clan was aware of birdpaws track record at keeping herself safe) but she always had a soft spot.

Well, she had a soft spot for nearly everyone, but kids were a little higher than most. Probably because she was reaching the age where she was old enough to start planning for a family, at almost 16 moons old, she was becoming quite restless. But there wasn't much of a rush, as long as she kept Gingerfrost around to make sure she didn't drown or get pecked to death by an angry seagull, she would have plenty of time for all of that.

So, a friendly smile spread across her face as the kitten commented on how fluffy her fur was. And then an apology, then complimented the softness of her blue and silver fur. The apprentice laughed softly, a soft purr rumbling in her throat. "Oh, you're perfectly fine." She purred, in response to his apology. "And thank you, I like to keep it clean so when newleaf comes, it's ready for me to put flowers in it." She remembered briefly about her lonely times as a kit, pining to see her first yellow butterfly.

Birdpaw chose not to dwell on her first sighting of the sunny, petal winged insect. It would dampen the mood, for certain.

"Is this your first meeting?" She asked with a smile, wondering if the kit could even see. She had picked a spot off to the side, and even Birdpaw herself, in all her runty, short glory, struggled to peer over the tops of her Clanmates heads. Good thing the Streamstone was so high up. "If you can't see, you can climb on top of me! I'm not too tall, but I think I can help you see better!" She added on quickly to her earlier question, fluffy tail idly wrapping and unwrapping around her scarred hind leg as she awaited her dear medicine cat friend's next words, while also listening intently to Stagkits response.

Willowfern

January 1st, 2023, 10:42 PM

Antlerstreak came out of the nursery behind Antkit and sat down next to her. He looked behind him to see if his other two kits had decided to follow, but apparently they remained in the nursery. No matter. They might join later or decide not to be present.
Antlerstreak looked down at his daughter with a look of pride before he spoke,
“I wonder what Fawnpaw’s doing up there,” He meowed, more so conversationally than worried. Pikestar was at the mouth of his den after all. This meeting must pertain to something medicine-cat related.
Antlerstreak hunched his shoulders against a sudden breeze and then turned his eyes back to Fawnpaw on the Streamstone.
gs29513

perseus.

January 1st, 2023, 10:45 PM

Goosehonk trotted into the clearing when he heard a meeting being called by the familiar voice of the medicine cat. Though his eyes looked around and they landed on PIKESTAR! He quickly honked happily and waved his tail at the leader.

canineantics

Cicadapaw quietly exited the apprentices den ears swiveling as they took a seat , wondering what this meeting would be talking about.

Fogcloud stalked back into the camp, setting the small prey that they were able to catch onto the prey pile. Truly they were getting annoyed with the leafbare weather and the lack of prey. Their ears twitched when they saw Fawnpaw on the stone and Pikestar at the entrance of his den.

Beetlekit quietly sneaked out of the nursery, he was going to be watching this meeting no matter what.

poppy

January 1st, 2023, 10:59 PM

[ Willowfern gs29513 hope you guys don't mind! lmk if you want me to delete this post, I won't be offended haha]

Briarkit had bested a younger kitten in combat earlier that morning, and had spent her time as cats dwelled about, to relax as the wrestling champion of the world. Of course, she had to wrestle Stonekit sometime, which she we plotting to do before she was jolted out of her ambitious thoughts by cats leaving the den. What in the world was going on?

Briarkit, not knowing what a Clan meeting was, scampered out of the nursery to see a whole LOT of cats gathered around. Her jaw seemed to hit the ground. "Holy moly, there's so many cats!" She squawked to no one in particular,before looking around to see if she knew anyone.

Hey! There was Sissy and Daddy! Popping up, the fluffy ginger kid hurried over to headbutt her dad in the side with the brute force of a toddler, equivalent to a large mouse running into him. Making sure her father was aware of her presence before turning to greet her sister, she was pleased to see that she was taller than Antkit. At least by a little but. Yes. She was so tall, tall like her dad. "Hi!" She chirped, tail waving wildly in excitement. It crossed her mind to ask what was going on, but then she decided against it. Grownups didn't have to ask questions, they just knew. So she pretended to know what was going on, with a look of definite smartness on her little child face.

taillow

January 2nd, 2023, 12:17 AM

Fawnlight
Despite the leader sitting at the mouth of the den, cats were still calling up to her about where he was and if he was okay. But her brother was quick to inform the Clan that he was, indeed, alright, and to give her their full attention. Fawnlight hardly felt bothered by it - in fact she quite understood it. Pikestar's sickness had developed some rather rough points, but thankfully he was finally well enough to return to the Clan. He was even well enough to call this meeting, but something told her that she needed to call this, if for no one else but herself.

There were a few faces in the crowd that were friendly and kind, one of which she noticed was Lilycreek. The wave of her tail didn't go unnoticed and Fawnlight returned it with a dip of her head. Her brother, of course, who nodded towards her from where he sat at the mouth of his den. Others were watching her intently, as if trying to figure out why in the stars their medicine cat was calling a meeting and not their leader or deputy. A few quiet conversations continued between the cats below as she allowed them time to gather.

"I firstly want to assure you all that Pikestar is doing alright. In fact, the treatments I have been working on with him have worked well enough to rid him of the cough he had, and I am pleased to announce that, as of now, the quarantine order is lifted." A smile appeared on her face (as a small amount of pride flooded her chest) at the announcement that her brother was doing better. She was thankful that he hadn't lost a life to this nasty bout of sickness, and instead was stronger than ever.

Clearing her throat, she decided after allowing a moment of silence for that information it was time to launch into why she had called this meeting to order. "Outside of that... I have recently returned from the Starcave last night. I was able to speak with our ancestors... and they have given me my full name. I am now Fawnlight, and I am proud to serve as your full medicine cat." Despite how proud she was of herself, there was still an air of humility around her and glimmering in her eyes. Truly, all she wanted in life was to aid her Clan in the best way possible.

"In addition to my classes with our Clans' youth, I will be holding a more advanced class in the future for all of RiverClan to attend. This will get our warriors knowledgeable about some remedies and herbs to help out, incase for some reason I am not readily available." Of course she would need to figure out the details of that with Pikestar, but there would be time for that later. For now, she decided to take a moment to let this information sink in to her Clan.

[ Apologies about posting so soon after the first post - I just wanted to get her name out before the next gathering started as I wasn't sure if I would have time tomorrow. The next meeting post will likely happen in another day, day and a half :heartbounce: ]

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RavensCall

January 2nd, 2023, 12:41 AM

Goldenleaf was the first to cheer Fawnpaw’s new name. “Fawnlight! Fawnlight!”
birdie

BirdieChirp

January 2nd, 2023, 01:07 AM

BLUEBELLPAW + KESTRELPAW

The two apprentices jumped. Bluebellpaw glanced around wildly, before her gaze landed on a cat maybe a moon or two younger than she was. Cousin? She racked her brains. Why hadn't she seen this one around before? She didn't have many, just Spiderkit, Caterpillarkit, and Kestrelpaw. Auntie Lilycreek's siblings didn't have any kits either.

Then, something clicked. "...Rosemarykit? Is that you?" She had heard of Lilycreek's lost kit, and seen her once. Why didn't her aunt tell her Rosemarykit came back?

Kestrelpaw frowned. Did she know this one? Probably not; Seedheart had tons of kids. Biological and adopted, so it was hard to keep track. But Bluebellpaw seemed to know who this one was, so she'd play along. Where had she heard the name before?

[ BirdieChirp - here's some good ol' family bonding time for them <3]
[FONT="Impact"]Bouncepaw scanned the crowd for anyone he knew. Finally, his gaze rested on one of his close friends,
Bluebellpaw. He walked over to her and smiled, “Hi, Bluebellpaw!”He sat down. “Mind if I sit here?”

{ lonely.lilyx }
Bouncepaw dipped his head in respect towards the pair. His gaze had a respectful glint in his eye. “Greetings, I am Bouncepaw.”His gaze flicked over to the medicine cat. “What do you think she has to say?” His gaze did not move from the medicine cat as he talked.

BLUEBELLPAW

She shrugged. "Definitely something important. Do you think Mr. Pikestar's better yet? He's been sick for a real long time."

[ Caspian ]
He blinked and looked back at her. “I’m sure that Sir Pike has recovered from his disease.” Bouncepaw has changed since being a kit. He was more… polite… he looked at Kestrelpaw and Rosemarykit.

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BLUEBELLPAW

She wrinkled her nose a little. What was up with Bouncepaw's word choice? "Pretty sure you don't need to go as far as to call him 'sir'," she commented blandly. "Though I do hope he has; that whitecough really seemed to engulf him."

Kestrelpaw turned to cough, but really, she was rolling her eyes. Sir? Really? And, Pike? Puh-lease. Just use his real name.

[ Caspian ]
Bouncepaws cheeks felt hot in embarrassment. “S-sorry- I’m sorry!-“ He was embarrassed. He didn’t know that how he called Pikestar would make them uncomfortable. He shook it out of his head and nodded in agreement.
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RosemaryKit padded up to BouncePaw and looked up at him. They were about half the size of him and you could thank their mom, SpottedSpirit, for that. They examined him “You seem alright!” They said and smiled “RosemarKit, 7 moons and Th-“ They said and stopped, they weren’t ready to come out just yet. “She/Her pronouns, please!” They admitted, slightly embarrassed.

Red Dawn

January 2nd, 2023, 01:12 AM

He smiled, sitting in the back, he listened everything, they had a new medecine [B]"The Starclan had chosen her..."[B] he mutered happily, he then reported his attention back on the Streamstone, in case other informations could be said
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Caspian

January 2nd, 2023, 01:30 AM

Bouncepaw felt a big wave of joy spread over him. He had been happy at the announcement of Pikestar being okay. He smiled widely. ”congrats, Fawnlight” he whispered

Caspian

January 2nd, 2023, 01:37 AM

RosemaryKit padded up to BouncePaw and looked up at him. They were about half the size of him and you could thank their mom, SpottedSpirit, for that. They examined him “You seem alright!” They said and smiled “RosemarKit, 7 moons and Th-“ They said and stopped, they weren’t ready to come out just yet. “She/Her pronouns, please!” They admitted, slightly embarrassed.
Bouncepaw
A calico tom with blue eyes and a fluffy, long tail Bouncepaw smiled and laughed. Rosemarykit was a bit silly. “Well,
If we’re saying Prounouns, mine are his/him! Used to be they/them but I changed it. And I like guys” He gestured as in asking her if she’d like to sit next to him

perseus.

January 2nd, 2023, 01:44 AM

Beetlekit cheered loudly from his spot, "FAWNLIGHT FAWNLIGHT." truly the medicine cat was the only name he has remembered so far, she was so cool! she was able to heal Pokestar and make him feel all better! SHE WAS THE BEST!! He wanted to talk to her soon, he wanted to learn anything he could from her!!

Fogcloud smiled lightly when Fawnlight announced their full name, she cheered, "Fawnlight!! Fawnlight!!" Truly the silver tabby did not know the medicine cat closely just yet but she was proud of the young cat.

Goosehonk honked excitedly at Fawnlight's announcements.

Cicadapaw silently cheered in her head but her tail waved back and forth in joy for the medicine cat.

Silverfur & Co

January 2nd, 2023, 02:02 AM

Featherspirit chanta "fawnlight fawnlight."

Bean.

January 2nd, 2023, 02:09 AM

Nightpaw's eyes sparkled "FawnLight, Fawnlight" she sparkled with joy thats good news so was the new classes too.

bubble[error].

January 2nd, 2023, 03:23 AM

Copperpaw smiled at the medicine cat's new name. "Suits you, Fawnlight." She said.

bubble[error].

January 2nd, 2023, 03:24 AM

// Bluefang | He|His|Him | RiverClan Warrior \\

Bluefang cried out Fawnlight's new name. "Fawnlight! Matches you so well!"

bubble[error].

January 2nd, 2023, 03:26 AM

++ Bearkit = He/His/Him = RiverClan Kit ++

Bearkit walked back to the nursery.

Spotty

January 2nd, 2023, 04:30 AM

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Stagkit
jupiter :love4:

Luckily Fluffycat seemed fine with the little bump, and then she asked if this was Stagkit's first meeting. Oooo So this was a meeting? In that case Stagkit had been right! Yay! "Yes! First meeting." He wasn't completely sure how often clanmeeting were held, be he was pretty sure he hadn't been alive for the last one. Or just alseep or something... That was also a very possible possabilty.

He looked at Fluffycat again and grinned at the request! Climb on a cat? YES! Stagkit had climbed on a cat before, and that had been fun. "Sure!" He hopped up on all fours again after just sitting down and reached up towards Fluffycat's back. It was a little hard still (but he was pracitcing this skill!) but he manged to skwirm on to Fluffycat's back, and then, balancing on her shoulders with his hindpaws, reach his forepaws up on her head so he could rest his upperbody there. Hey, this was FUN!

He looked around and- "WOW!!" He could see like the whole camp from here. Like at ONCE! And all the cats who had gathered here. Hehe, cats looked so different from this angle. He giggled and tapped Fluffy's head with one of his paws and glanced down (as if he could actually meet her eye from this angle). "Wow, Fluffycat, you were right! I can see SO much from up here." A part of him wanted to ask questions about everything new that he could see, but MedFawn started speaking, and Stagkit looked towards her.

She said that Pikeleader was alright, which was nice to hear, though Stagkit wasn't sure why she had to specify - had Pikeleader been not alright? Coughing? MedFawn said he had been coughing. That and quarantine, Starcave, and ancestors were other words he didn't understand, but if Pikeleader was good then maybe it didn't mater so much. MedFawn also said that she was Fawnlight now and... was medicine cat? "COOL NAME!" He called to MedFawn (no, she was NOT escaping that nickname by switching hers) "But wasn't she already a medicine cat?" He wondered out loud, but still partly to himself.

The rest of her talking didn't really concern Stagkit since she was talking about Bigcats, and instead asked for Fluffycat's attention with another tap on her head. "Hey, eehh,,, what's a coughing, quarantine, Starcave, and ancestors?" He asked. Fluffycat was probobly smart, so she might be able to explain.

JackHunt_17

January 2nd, 2023, 04:39 AM

Turtlekit smiled. “Fawnlight! Fawnlight!” She chanted with a smile

Beamheart

January 2nd, 2023, 05:42 AM

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Firelight's eyes brightened. "Fawnlight! Fawnlight!" she cheered the name.

Firelight brightened again at the new classes. She'd definitely have to attend one!

MockingRabbit

January 2nd, 2023, 06:52 AM

Troutstone joined the meeting a little late, but he arrived in time to here Fawnlight's announcement. "Fawnlight! Fawnlight!" He called out.

Wingnettle

January 2nd, 2023, 06:53 AM

Mintpaw (she/her)
White fur with shades of grey and blue eyes

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· · ─────── ·✧· ─────── · ·

So many news.
Mintpaw gazed at the newly named medicine cat, her memories brought back just to a few days before when Fawnpaw had welcomed a Windclan kit that she'd retrieved during a border patrol in Smallpines. Fawnlight... This is a.. special name.

Pikestar was fine again, and Fawnlight intended to hold classes of herb learning for everyone. Mintpaw tipped her head to one side at the news, wondering if there wuld be any time at all for warriors to learn such matters. Or will. But it the medicine cat had decided so, she must know what she's doing.

Mintpaw raised her head to the sky and chanted softly, almost as a whisper, Fawnlight's new name toward Silverpelt above them. A feeble cloud of steam left her mouth, carrying her words high into the sky.

gs29513

January 2nd, 2023, 08:19 AM

Willowfern jupiter
Antkit, distracted as she had become with Pikestar, jumped slightly when Antlerstreak settled down next to her. She quickly regained her composure though, because she was calm and collected and.......all that stuff. She wasn't quite sure why her father was asking her what was going on(or maybe it was more a 'something's going on' than a 'what's going on', but she did her best to come up with an intelligent answer because she was VERY INTELLIGENT! A GENIUS in fact. What she came up with was I don't know, but Pikestar's right over there!! with a paw waving wildly at his den, before jerking slightly again as her sister made thumping contact with Antlerstreak's flank.

The enthusiastic greeting was returned in kind, a swift Hiii!! making it clear that Antkit found the presence of her sibling quite welcome. This was underscored by the swift but gentle poke to the chest she delivered, before being distracted again by Fawnpaw’s voice. She didn’t fully understand what the medicine cat was talking about, lots of fancy herb stuff probably, but she did manage to catch that Pikestar was feeling better(SHE could have told anyone that), and that Fawnpaw had a new name now. Fawnlight! It was pretty cool, at least in Antkit’s opinion, and she had every intention of making sure everyone knew it. Yeah!! Go Fawnlight! Cool name! Fawnlight, Fawnlight, Fawnlight! she cheered, somewhat obnoxiously, before turning to stagewhisper to Briarkit Isn’t it cool! Fawnlight is such a cool name! I’m gonna have a cooler one though! Like…..Antsmash! Or Antkiller! Or AntSTAR! Was it a bit braggy and annoying? Yeah. Was she going to stop? Nope.

SpiritWolf_yt

January 2nd, 2023, 09:36 AM

" i like the name fawnlight it really fits you" peachpaw meowed

CInderpaw watched no words nothing still quiet

sock

January 2nd, 2023, 09:56 AM

Rainglow smiled at the announcement of Fawnp- Fawnlight's name. It seemed to fit her, in his opinion.

Peachy Wolf27

January 2nd, 2023, 10:53 AM

“Congrats Fawn’Light!!” She bounced. That’s such a cool name!!

stag

January 2nd, 2023, 12:00 PM

GOLDENSNAKE

The golden shecat looked unamused,She yawned purely out of spite. Wow...So cool,A normal cat just getting a normal name. It was just a warrior name but 'AlL SpEcIaL' Good lord these cats were basically eating the dirt Fawnlight and Pikestar walked on. They were normal cats,and cats were acting like they were some all knowing gods. It never had sat right with her,Gingerfrost was the only cat here that didn't need to be humbled.

{CLOSED}

Red Dawn

January 2nd, 2023, 12:05 PM

He shouted "Fawnlight! Fawnlight!"

sol.

January 2nd, 2023, 12:09 PM

LILYCREEK

She smiled widely at the new news. Pikestar was better, and now Fawnpaw- not, Fawnlight had gotten her full name. She cheered with the rest of the crowd. "Fawnlight! Fawnlight!"

BLUEBELLPAW + KESTRELPAW

They both chanted with the clan, one significantly more enthusiastic than the other.

"Fawnlight! Fawnlight!" Bluebellpaw shrilled, excitement lighting her eyes. How wonderful! Pikestar was better, and Miss Fawnlight had gotten her full name? Why, this meeting was definitely her favorite one yet. She tuned out the chatter between Bouncepaw and Rosemarykit long enough to lean over to whisper to her cousin. "Exciting, isn't it?"

Kestrelpaw had chanted in a smoother tone, unlike her sweet cousin. She leaned back over to respond. "I guess. Good enough these days."

[ All three characters are open for interaction! ]

Silverfur & Co

January 2nd, 2023, 12:17 PM

featherspirit sat listening and was happy for Fawnlight but felt bad the molly would be over loaded

Captain

January 2nd, 2023, 01:28 PM

CLOUDPAW
⸻⸻⸻
➣ On frantic pawsteps, the white-and-black tomcat made his way over to the crowd that was gathered around the Streamstone. Many cats were already chanting the pretty dappled medicine cat’s new name—Fawnlight. It was a beautiful name for her, perfect in every way, truly showing how the molly lit up a den every time she walked into one. He lifted his gaze and peered up at Fawnlight from where she was perched up above. A large part of him was proud of her, overjoyed, happy that she had gotten this far, but another part of Cloudpaw grew worried. He was behind now, still just an apprentice and nothing more. Would he be left behind as she furthered herself as RiverClan’s medicine cat? The thought made Cloudpaw feel a thick sense of dread settle around his heart. But now was not the time for that. The curly-furred tomcat smiled and sucked in a breath, joining the chants. “Fawnlight! Fawnlight!” Cloudpaw yowled, his tail lashing behind him as he, along with the majority of RiverClan, accepted the fully-named healer. Would he be named a warrior so that he could join her? Mayhaps. Little did the black-and-white cat notice that he was being watched closely from a short distance through a single eye.

pxxylo

January 2nd, 2023, 01:40 PM

> RACCOONEAR | closed

She smiled, but a silent smile. One that didn't have any meaning to speak, just a simple and raw smile. The clan was ever growing and evolving, and Raccoonear was there, a Shield, to watch. She's growing along with the clan, and so is Fawnlight. "Fawnlight! Fawnlight!" She cheered, tail flicking with joy.

Fawnhearted

January 2nd, 2023, 07:26 PM

Seedheart
She/Her + They/Them
---> Riverclan Streamstone

Seedheart instantly felt full of pride and happiness for the young molly. The name truly did suit her, and Seedheart started shouting the Medicine Cat's name, with the rest of her clanmates.

It seemed as if something was going on with a warrior and an apprentice, but Raccoonear and a few other clanmates had stepped in, so Seedheart saw no reason fit to step in as well. The molly was proud of all her clanmates, especially at how they were always ready to defend one another.

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Crabkit
She/Her
---> Riverclan Streamstone

Why was everyone making a huge scene about a name? She was still the same Fawny as before. Crabkit didn't really understand it, and was a little caught off guard when others started shouting it.

They all sounded so happy, loud, but happy. Fawnlight especially seemed to be proud of her new name, so Crabkit decided she would be as well.

"Fawnlight! Fawnlight!", squeaked the small calico kit.

She still thought of Fawny,, well as Fawny! But, she supposed she could make effort to say her new name, just this once!

Sklee

January 2nd, 2023, 08:18 PM

Amberpaw stepped over, quietly listening. Thank goodness Pikestar was doing better! And Fawnlight had her medicine cat name! Welcome good news for certain.

BirdieChirp

January 2nd, 2023, 08:45 PM

Bouncepaw
A calico tom with blue eyes and a fluffy, long tail Bouncepaw smiled and laughed. Rosemarykit was a bit silly. “Well,
If we’re saying Prounouns, mine are his/him! Used to be they/them but I changed it. And I like guys” He gestured as in asking her if she’d like to sit next to him
LILYCREEK

She smiled widely at the new news. Pikestar was better, and now Fawnpaw- not, Fawnlight had gotten her full name. She cheered with the rest of the crowd. "Fawnlight! Fawnlight!"

BLUEBELLPAW + KESTRELPAW

They both chanted with the clan, one significantly more enthusiastic than the other.

"Fawnlight! Fawnlight!" Bluebellpaw shrilled, excitement lighting her eyes. How wonderful! Pikestar was better, and Miss Fawnlight had gotten her full name? Why, this meeting was definitely her favorite one yet. She tuned out the chatter between Bouncepaw and Rosemarykit long enough to lean over to whisper to her cousin. "Exciting, isn't it?"

Kestrelpaw had chanted in a smoother tone, unlike her sweet cousin. She leaned back over to respond. "I guess. Good enough these days."

[ All three characters are open for interaction! ]
RosemaryKit smiled at BouncePaw. ‘He’s so cool!’ She thought and sat next to him. “FAWNLIGHT! FAWNLIGHT!” She chanted in a happy tone.
{ birdie - FAWNLIGHT }

Madelaine

January 2nd, 2023, 08:57 PM

Since Bliss didn't have much motivation today Marigoldleap just chanted with everyone else, perhaps being louder than she normally was. She was quite proud.

Caspian

January 2nd, 2023, 09:12 PM

RosemaryKit smiled at BouncePaw. ‘He’s so cool!’ She thought and sat next to him. “FAWNLIGHT! FAWNLIGHT!” She chanted in a happy tone.
{ birdie - FAWNLIGHT }
Bouncepaw chuckled a bit at the kits behavior. “When I become a warrior, I’ll take myself hunting! I won’t need and warriors with me! Just me and nobody else!”

taillow

January 2nd, 2023, 11:51 PM

Fawnlight
Despite the anxiety that gnawed at her as she announced her new name to the gathered crowd, something about the cheering of her Clanmates grounded her. It kept her from floating off into the sky as she stood, blue eyes shimmering with mist. Every single voice reached her ears, every single one of her Clanmates who were yowling and chanting. In that moment, for the first time in her life, Fawnlight decided to let the pride seep in. The acknowledgement that damn, she had come so far since first venturing out of the nursery almost four seasons ago. It felt good to recognize it; not often did the medicine cat allow herself to stop to notice the progress. She hated anything to do with ego, and would much rather put her paws to the grindstone and work, work, work. But... it felt nice.

This was her family. Her home. Her Clanmates, every single one of them. Even those who thought she did not see them or know them - she did. From every set of perked up ears to every swishing tail; every pair of gleaming eyes to the four paws that carried them. They were special to her, irreplaceable and beautiful. Souls that were as unique and unidealistic as the cats who bore them. It was then she understood how deep her love for RiverClan ran. Not just because it was her home, but because they were.

Sure, not ever single cat seemed all that thrilled. Fawnlight swore her eyes even caught a yawn. But... that was okay. Part of growing up had been accepting that not every cat she came across was going to like her, for whatever reason, as much as she had strived for that at first. What mattered, what truly mattered, was that she knew her intentions. She knew, at the heart of every decision she made, was love for her Clan. Loyalty, commitment, dedication. She would give every ounce of spirit and soul she had for her Clanmates, and fight with the ferocity of a hundred lions against those who would try to tear them down.

Lifting her tail in the air in an attempt to quiet down the chanting, Fawnlight smiled. For a moment, she remained silent. Tears were at the edge of her eyes as gratitude for the faces below overwhelmed everything else. "Thank you. I don't... I don't know if I will ever be able to express how much it means to me to be apart of RiverClan - apart of this family. But I do know one thing; I will serve as your medicine cat until my last breath. Whatever challenges come our way, whatever battles we face, I know we will face together as a Clan. I may have gotten the suffix of light, but to me the real light of RiverClan is each of you. Your individuality, your compassion, your loyalty. You are what make RiverClan what it is, and without you it would not be the same. I am proud to stand alongside you all."

Fawnlight watched the crowd below, feeling as though she could run faster than the wind and swim deeper than the fish. The pure energy she could feel from her Clanmates was so tangible that the medicine cat knew it was something she would hold onto for moons to come. In days of great strife, it would be something to uncover and reflect on, that she was certain.

Giving another smile, she flicked her tail. "This meeting is dismissed." And with that, the young medicine cat leapt from the Streamstone and landed at the base.

[ I will be honest, I had a whole other post typed up that was vastly different. But... something struck me while typing this. Call it gratitude, or thankfulness, but I was drawn to write a sort of love-letter to RiverClan, and in turn the users of WCO. Every single word spoken here is true. I am so thankful to know all of you, to see you and write with you and be apart of this wonderful online community we've created. Sometimes, just like Fawnlight, I get nervous and anxious and I worry about silly things, but goodness in moments like these I experience none of those - and all that remains is an overwhelming sense of gratitude. Thank you for being apart of my family, each and every one of you. :heartbounce: ]

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Fawnhearted

January 3rd, 2023, 08:35 AM

Seedheart
She/Her + They/Them

Seedheart dipped their head in acknowledgment to the Medicine Cat. It truly was lovely to have watched her progress and grow.

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Crabkit
She/Her

Crabkit was very confused. She almost tripped over another cat, but slowly waddled her way back to the Nursery, probably to find her sister or something.

bubble[error].

January 3rd, 2023, 08:45 AM

Copperpaw smiled and left the Streamstone.

bubble[error].

January 3rd, 2023, 08:48 AM

// Bluefang | He|His|Him | RiverClan Warrior \\

Bluefang smiled brightly at Fawnlight's words. She is a perfect medicine cat. He thought and walked away.

SpiritWolf_yt

January 3rd, 2023, 09:45 AM

Peachpaw Cinderpaw swiftflight dipped there head

echoblue dipped her head from the nursery entrance

Red Dawn

January 3rd, 2023, 11:10 AM

He slowly nodded and turned to walk in the clearing...

Caspian

January 3rd, 2023, 06:49 PM

Bouncepaw smiled at Fawnlight. She was a great medicine cat. His blue eyes were filled with happiness and joy. He was proud to be apart of her ‘family’

JackHunt_17

January 4th, 2023, 09:49 AM

Turtlekit scurried right back to the nursery, tired from the social situation and scared she'd be bullied

Estelle

January 4th, 2023, 10:00 AM

Ah. Her full name. After the awaited announcement of Pikestar's well being, came the following of the young molly receiving her full medicine cat name. Fawnlight. It seemed.. Fitting, enough. He was silent for a moment longer when the clan erupted into chants, following a heartbeat after as one should. RiverClan was thrilled, he could tell. Even he couldn't find any down side to her receiving her name, on the contrary. As the chanting died down he sat back and listened on calmly, subtly noting the thanks she gave to RiverClan instead. It sounded... Strange, strangely enough. But that was just him. It seemed she loved RiverClan so much. It reminded him of his sister. How was it that no matter what, she always seemed to find her way back, in one form or another. It's been moons. He still can't forget her. He's still doing it for her.

occultation

January 5th, 2023, 10:08 PM

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Slatestripe couldn't help but smile a little when Fawnlight announced that she'd received her full medicine cat name at the last medicine cat gathering. Even though he had his misgivings about her, he was proud of her for this accomplishment. Happy, too, that RiverClan now had a fully-fledged medicine cat.

He chanted her name along with the rest of the Clan, then silenced himself as she made another announcement. Or, rather, a grateful speech to the Clan. The warrior blinked in surprise as she expressed her love for her Clanmates. The sentiment was very sweet, but it was at odds with her past abandonment of the Clan. Slatestripe was unsure on how to feel about that. If she really cared that much, then why did she leave?

SpiritedWarrior

January 8th, 2023, 04:56 PM

Reedwhisker

The meeting didn't last nearly as long as a regular meeting lasts, which was quite surprising. It mainly consisted of updates about Pikestar's health and Fawnpaw- now Fawnlight's name. Soon after, Fawnlight gave a small, yet up-lifting speech to the whole of RiverClan. It swelled her chest with pride for Fawnlight, who had come from being a very shy and quiet young apprentice to a confident she-cat who's not afraid to voice her thoughts or opinions on anything. In a way, it reminded her of how RiverClan used to be. They all went from weak push-overs to a strong, confident Clan that would have suffered greatly if something wasn't done. Perhaps it was StarClan who struck Skystar down, or perhaps even fate. Whatever it was, it sprouted the seed to RiverClan's confidence.

Once the meeting was dismissed, Reedwhisker dipped her head in silent congratulations to their medicine cat ( birdie ) and to Pikestar ( canineantics ), expressing her gratitude to them both for making RiverClan what it was today.

Captain

January 20th, 2023, 12:12 PM

⸻⸻⸻⸻⸻⸻ ✧ ⋅ PIKESTAR ⋅ ✧ ⸻⸻⸻⸻⸻⸻

A thick mist had made it’s way through the forest, and had comfortably settled upon RiverClan’s clearing, making visibility all the more difficult for the dark-furred one-eyed tomcat as he padded out of his den at a steady, almost hurried pace. It was honestly very creepy, and downright eerie to witness firsthand. However, to Pikestar, this type of weather brought his anxious heart peace for the moment, seeing it as a break from the rather harsh rainstorms that had been pouring down on them for the past quarter moon. There were many things to do today, and this kind of weather would not stop him from getting things done, especially since the clan leader felt a strange burst of motivation compared to the usual numb. Inhaling the bitterly cold air deeply through his nose, Pikestar would exhale it slowly through his parted jaws before swiftly turning on his paws. From there, they wigged their haunches and then leapt up onto the top of the Streamstone with no trouble whatsoever. The smooth stone surface felt ice-cold against his pawspads, making the oriental tomcat shudder before facing the clearing.

"Let all cats old enough to swim gather underneath the Streamstone!" He yowled loudly, his meeting call being a tad different than what it normally was, but for good reason. Pikestar stretched out his front legs in a biiig stretch before comfortably sitting down, curling his fluffy tail around himself to keep himself somewhat warmer. The tall RiverClan leader silently hoped all his clanmates would actually be able to see him from up here, through the fog. Although, perhaps it didn't really matter that much as long as they heard what he had to say during this meeting. As he pondered these things, something out of the corner of his eye caught his attention. Snow. Small, but seemingly weightless flakes began to fall down from above him, drifting through the endless cloud of mist and onto RiverClan's camp. He silently watched as they fell onto his darkened pelt, spotting his coat like they had done many, many moons ago when Blizzardwind found him. A story that not many knew anymore, but it was certainly for another time. There were more important matters to focus his attention on currently.

Once cats would inevitably begin to gather, Pikestar let his partial blue gaze wander, squinting through the heavy fog, before finding the familiar dappled pelt of RiverClan's young medicine cat. It was time. "Before I begin my announcements, there is something very important that Fawnlight has to announce today. Please do turn your attention to her for the start of this meeting." He spoke calmly with an expression of neutrality, before giving his sister a gentle nod of his head to begin.

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JackHunt_17

January 20th, 2023, 12:13 PM

Turtlekit padded up at Pikestars call

Zei

January 20th, 2023, 12:13 PM

Sunspirit turned her Head to Watch the She-cat

SpiritedWarrior

January 20th, 2023, 12:16 PM

Reedwhisker

Inhaling a sharp breath as a snowflake seemed to want to choose violence today, Reedwhisker let out a few coughs after her yawn and shook her thick, brown pelt. Of course. Of course Pikestar chooses to do a meeting when it's snowing... Grumbling under her breath and sighing, the young warrior decides to pick a spot in the usual outer circle during meetings. Giving herself a few quick licks, Reedwhisker brought her hazel eyes to Fawnlight, eager to hear what she had to say that was so important it couldn't wait for Pikestar to make announcements first.

nykyrian

January 20th, 2023, 12:16 PM

Sprucecrow, Larkpaw, and Mothkit joined the forming crowd.

Spookez.

January 20th, 2023, 12:16 PM

[FONT="Impact"][COLOR="Black"][SIZE="2"]Rabbitpaw
Rabbitpaw came padding over with a bright expression on his face.

Celestial_Sky

January 20th, 2023, 12:19 PM

Tidepaw's ears flickered, swiveling towards the Streamstone. She bounded over, eager for the announcement. The young apprentice's eyes twinkled with respect as she gazed up at Pikestar.

Peachy Wolf27

January 20th, 2023, 12:19 PM

Carp’Kit padded up.

Clyde

January 20th, 2023, 12:22 PM

Fawnspring
The brown and white tom padded forward with a grumble as he sat down, however the voice that had called this meetin smeemed to bring back the name of one cat no matter how many times he dismissed it. A moment later he couldn’t dismiss it any longer as his gaze landed on snowleap?!..no..pikestar his eyes narrowed in slight anger before sitting down and glared at the camp floor. What the hell.. he spat quietly beneath his breath. Looking up again he studied the cat he had once believed he had loved… he wasn’t sure if they would recognize him.
canineantics
(Just in case like wants to see fawn back in Riverclan, he’ll hold a grudge against him for who knows what :eyes: )

SpiritWolf_yt

January 20th, 2023, 12:25 PM

Echoblue watched from the nursery entrance

CInderpaw and peachpaw padded over curiously

Rapid

January 20th, 2023, 12:26 PM

Shallowkit padded out, at the call.

Roody

January 20th, 2023, 12:26 PM

Cinderkit poked their head curiously out of the Nursery. She watched in amazement as the leader stood proudly, announcing today’s meeting. But Cinderkit’s amazement was short lived as she was called back into the Nursery. Letting out a small frustrated grumble, she obediently headed back into the depths of the Nursery den.

sock

January 20th, 2023, 12:26 PM

Rainglow carefully padded over to the Streamstone, sitting nervously near the back of the crowd of cats. He slowly shifted his weight from paw to paw, looking up at Pikestar. Important? Important how? He pricked his ears, prepping himself to listen.

Pitou

January 20th, 2023, 12:28 PM

Doeheart moved from the nursery and sat down, fluffing her fur up against the chill as she looked up to Pikestar for the coming announcements before promptly averting her gaze to search for Fawnlight.

bubble[error].

January 20th, 2023, 12:31 PM

~~Bluefang~~

Bluefang came over as fast as he could. What could be going on? New apprentices or warriors?

~~Copperpaw~~

Copperpaw padded over. A meeting. How cool. He thought sarcastically.

{ BOTH OPEN }

Spartan-117

January 20th, 2023, 12:41 PM

Deadnight
Watching the leader with neutraily, the cat yawns as they shake out their fur.

Koikit
Watching the leader with wide eyes, he does not speak as he turns his attention to the other cat.

puppeteer

January 20th, 2023, 12:54 PM

With a soft yawn, Silverpaw padded from the apprentices den and settled down close to the streamstone, looking up at Pikestar.

Silverfur & Co

January 20th, 2023, 12:58 PM

Featherspirit sat at the middle n looked at them both.

puppeteer

January 20th, 2023, 12:59 PM

Pondwhisker ambled his way from the warriors den, the cold making him feel older than he was.

Rose

January 20th, 2023, 01:01 PM

Flintfang
He/Him

Flintfang crept over to the Streamstone, settling down a little ways behind Silverpaw so he could keep an eye on her throughout the meeting. Somewhere not so far away, Flintfang was oblivious to the fact that his littermate had almost choked on a snowflake.

occultation

January 20th, 2023, 01:11 PM

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Slatestripe lifted his head from his nest at Pikestar’s call for a meeting. Of course he has to call a meeting today, when the weather is absolute dung, he thought dejectedly. Sighing, he got to his paws and padded out of the warriors’ den.

At first, he tried to sit in the back of the crowd, wanting to escape easily once the meeting was over. But, he couldn’t see past the big head of the cat in front of him. Sighing at his own small stature, Slatestripe moved to the side of the crowd.

17818

January 20th, 2023, 01:28 PM

Ah…mr Pikestar is here? Fishkit bounced out of the nursery.

Wingnettle

January 20th, 2023, 01:37 PM

Mintpaw (she/her)
White fur with shades of grey and blue eyes

https://i.ibb.co/fpzh8gK/Mintpaw.png (https://imgbb.com/)

· · ─────── ·✧· ─────── · ·

Mintpaw was already out when Pikestar called the clan for a meeting. She had covered her favorite, hidden spot with some leaves to keep the ground from freezing her paws; she loved watching the snow. She raised her gaze at the gray sky, cherishing every single snowflake even as they gently set on her fur.

She shook her head to free her whiskers from the weight of them.
Pikestar was a gray, blurred silhouette against the background, but his voice sounded strong and clear in the silence of leaf-bare.
The icy breeze brought to her nose the scents of his clanmates: he could distinguish Slatestripe's scent among them. She turned to identify the dark warrior, who had also sat down at the edge of the clearing.

sol.

January 20th, 2023, 01:37 PM

LILYCREEK

She left the nursery after Fishkit, her tail swishing through the air. Fog. She cursed internally. She hated fog, or anything that could potentially impair her vision. Still, she dragged herself to the Streamstone, feeling sticky and slightly damp.

BLUEBELLPAW + KESTRELPAW

The pair of Riverclan cousins padded their way to the Streamstone after Pikestar's call.

Blegh, Bluebellpaw thought. The weather was simply dreadful. Why couldn't there be sun, or fluffy clouds, or even rain? At least the water would wash away the blues.

Kestrelpaw grumped beside her cousin, feeling apprehensive. Fog was always distracting to her. Sure, other things were problematic, but she could make them go away, so they weren't really problems. But how did one make fog go away?

perseus.

January 20th, 2023, 01:40 PM

Beetlekit ran out of the nursey and squeeled when he felt the snow land on his head, "POKESTAR! THERE IS SNOW!" he yelled loudly, not even noticing the fog as he tried to catch the snow that was falling from the sky. Not doing so successfully but that didn't matter to him, he just wanted to eat the snow!!

canineantics

Fogcloud slinked from the warriors den, tail flicking as the felt some snow land on their head and noticing the thick fog that seemed to blanket the camp. They hummed softly as the joined the rest of the clanmates.

Cicadapaw walked over, sitting down near the edge of the collection of clanmates. They didn't want to get in the way of others seeing as the thick fog made it hard to see.

Goosehonk honked as he joined the rest of the clan.

Spotty

January 20th, 2023, 01:57 PM

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Stagkit

There was that call again! The brown and white kit flew up from his nest when he heard Pikeleader say those same words again. Pikeleader had said the same thing during the clan meeting, so that must mean it was time for another one!

Stagkit had spent the whole day inside, but as he rushed outside he had to stop and blink. The air was all funny! Like... like it was thicker than usual. He looked around, finding Pikeleader up on the Leader-rock, but it was hard to see him properly. Was there something important to report? No, but MedicineFawn wanted to say something. Cool, he'd continue to investigate the air until she began.

He stuck out his tongue and tried to lick it to check if it like,,, tasted,,,, different. It didn't, which to be completely honest was a little bit disappointing. And it smelt familiarly normal too. But it still looked weird! A cold white piece of... something landed on his nose and a little giggle escaped him when it melted with a tickling sensation. It took him a while to notice it was snow, and he grinned brightly and Beetlekit. "Exactly!" With a little more of it he could build another Snowclaw.

[ Peerless cucumber ]
A Bigcat beside him said something Stagkit couldn't make out, so he turned around. He didn't recognize the Bigcat, but he realized that they were brown and white, just like him! COOL! "Hu, what did you say?" The Bigcat had a weird, scrunched-up-looking face that Stagkit didn't know what to make of, but it probably wasn't important. "Also, could you please explain why the air is being so odd? It's all.... well, odd!"

lem~

January 20th, 2023, 02:05 PM

DaisyRoot
He/She/They|Agender|Poly + Omnisexual|Sweet + Unfocused|Has ADHD|OPEN
DaisyRoot padded over and sat down. She looked up at PikeStar, trying her hardest to stay focused on her clan leader.
LilyLeaf
She/Her|Trans (MtF)|Lesbian|Caring + Shy| lonely.lilyx - LilyCreek Mention| Wingnettle - MintPaw
LilyLeaf sat down and spotted her Half-Sister, LilyCreek, and her daughter, MintPaw. She gave a friendly smile towards LilyCreek then sat with MintPaw.
GoldenPaw
He/Him|Gender-questioning|Gay|Energetic + Childish|Nobody knows he's gay|OPEN
GoldenPaw ran over and skidded to a halt near the front of the crowd. He put on his best smile and waited with anticipation.
ColdPaw
He/Him|Cis Male|Straight Ally|Dreamy + Quiet|OPEN
ColdPaw looked up into the fog as it swirled around, mesmerized by it. It was almost as if it was a wave made of clouds. He snapped back into reality at PikeStar's call. He padded over and took a seat in the back.

gs29513

January 20th, 2023, 02:05 PM

Ooh! Ooh! Big, important, epic things were happening!! Or, at least, Antkit thought they were. She couldn't really be sure, still being inside the nursery, but Pikestar was up on the Streamstone, and that was certainly cause for excitement. She wasn't six moons yet, obviously, but maybe it was her apprentice ceremony? She was super cool and epic and stuff, so it wouldn't be a surprise if she was promoted to warrior training a BIT early. Or a lot early, hopefully. Regardless, she bounded out into the clearing and made for the already rather large crowd, making sure to shake any moss bits from her pelt as she went. (OPEN)

Red Dawn

January 20th, 2023, 03:07 PM

Something was happening, but Nightspark didn't knew what it was, he approached the Streamstoe and sat, he wondered what happened... He praised for Starclan hoping nothing bad had happened...
[OPEN]

Buzzin' Bee

January 20th, 2023, 03:10 PM

Seapaw trotted over to Streamstone and sat down near the other cats. He then turned his attention too Fawnlight, hopefully nothing bad has happened, he thought too himself. That would be bad, if an important cat was sick or if one had died. But maybe Fawnlight had been sent an omen, Seapaw shouldn't be worrying ... yeah, everything would (hopefully) be okay.

wolfie

January 20th, 2023, 03:55 PM

Wormbite sat down.

carmen

January 20th, 2023, 04:09 PM

A voice called from outside the nursery, and, without missing a beat, the young tom had raced out of the nursery and into the clearing, only to stop in his tracks. Who. Was. This. What was happening. His jaw dropped open at the sight of the large black cat standing on the Streamstone. Where was Stripeycat? The talkative girlboss who he had figured out as the true leader was, well, not leading. Wait. Stepping closer and hearing tidbits of information, it all began to piece together and his expression changed from that of confusion to shock to horror. No. Way. This could not be possible. There was absolutely no way that this was right. For if this really was the leader of Riverclan... then that meant the other clans existed as more than just kit stories. An audible gasp escaped his mouth. "No!"

Thunderclan, the climbing cats, Shadowclan, the sneaky murderers, Windclan, the speedy guys. They were more than just stories, and, this figure standing far above him was more than a story as well. It was OldCatPike. The true leader of Riverclan was real, which meant that he was wrong, which meant he had failed at something. He couldn't help but feel slightly disappointed in this. Stonekit had thought that he had finally figured something out before he was told, but no. It wasn't even as if everyone else knew- he was just flat out wrong. Him, a scientist, wrong. Disgraceful.

Sitting down, he shrunk into his fur, trying to hide from the cats around him. This was straight up embarrassing, distressing, a moment that proved he was not the masterbrain- bigmind- no, er, smartcat that he thought he had been. Oh, how the other kits in the nursery would lord this over him. A small tear dripped down his grey face, though it was quickly wiped away with a paw. Oh, woe is him. A sudden shock of inspiration ripped through his brain, causing him to be torn from his state of sadness, and he physically moved to the side. Sure, disappointment still reigned, but perhaps this new revelation could lead to new experiments. After all- who was OldCatPike?

Bonsai

January 20th, 2023, 04:19 PM

~^~ Pumkinfire ~^~

The orange tom sat down and gave Fawnlighy his attention.

Caspian

January 20th, 2023, 05:47 PM

✿ Bouncepaw ✿

Perked ears met the call. He heaved himself off of the nest he had been lazily been sitting in considering him not being able to leave camp. That blasted badger! He sighed and hobbled into the clearing. He was met with some of his other clanmates gathering around the streamstone. He found a spot in the dark and sat down. Hm, Fawnlight had something to say? Might as well listen… considering she is the medicine cat. He sat in the rather large clearing waiting for Fawnlight to come. And his other clanmates. They all seemed to be training and being busy. He couldn’t help but envy his own shackles to the camp. He couldn’t leave! It made him upset and outraged… maybe… a bit jealous… but just a bit! He had rights to be mad, he only knew so much, and he was eight moons, he should know how to hunt by now! He felt… useless and inferior compared to warriors… other apprentices… queens… and oh so much inferiority he felt when compared to Fawnlight. She was the medicine cat for stars sakes! And he.. oh Bouncepaw, oh poor old him was confined to the camp. His anxiety built up when thinking of the things he couldn’t do, what he could do… if it wasn’t for that stupid badger! He sighed. His mixed emotions didn’t help at all. Maybe he could take some prey to the queens or elders after this meeting.

Captain

January 20th, 2023, 07:16 PM

CLOUDPAW
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Upon hearing the old man's familiar call ringing through the camp, the large white-and-black tomcat walked out of the apprentice's den with a wide yawn escaping his parted jaws. He blinked, looking around in slight surprise at the thick fog that has overtaken the camp clearing today. Well, that was certainly something you didn't see every day. Sighing, Cloudpaw padded over to the crowd of RiverClan cats forming underneath the Streamstone, sitting towards the back of the pack as he usually did. Tiny snowflakes fell onto his head and shoulders as he sat, making the curly-furred apprentice shake slightly. His short ears twitched idly to Pikestar's words. Fawnlight was starting the meeting? Immediately, the RiverClan tomcat sat up straighter, straining his neck to see if he could catch a glimpse of his best friend. Where was she? What was going on? A thousand possibilities went through the RiverClan apprentice's head, but he did everything he could to remain calm despite his frequent paranoia. Surely, if it was truly bad news, Pikestar wouldn't be acting so relaxed.

Bean.

January 20th, 2023, 07:19 PM

Nightpaw was chilling near the apprentice den when her ears perked hearing the leaders call, so she pads up closer to the streamstone and sits down, Her tail flicks as she hears that fawnlight has something to say, so she pays much attention to what she gots to say

taillow

January 20th, 2023, 08:18 PM

This was it.

Deep breaths.

From the dim leaders den, Fawnlight watched as her brother headed out. He was going to call a meeting. He was going to call one, and they were all going to see her, and hear how she ! - no. No, she wouldn't let those voices creep back in, not after vowing to remain resolute. She would calm her breathing, she would steady her nerves. She would do what needed to be done... despite the way it absolutely shattered her heart into tiny pieces. One last glance at her paws, a wince, and then she rose to them shakily.

Hobbling out from her brother's den, Fawnlight was met with thick fog and a few flakes that fell from the sky. An eerie feeling, but perhaps fitting considering what was to come. Her head was tucked down, mainly so that she could watch where she was going. It was still... difficult getting around, but not as bad as it had been a couple days ago. Likely she would never feel one hundred percent capable, not with how... how burned they were. Blue eyes darted to her paws as she continued to hobble slowly towards the front of the crowd (eyes were surely on her now). Fur singed off still, her right one twisted inward and limp while her left one struggled to carry a majority of her weight.

Finally, the dappled she-cat made it to a spot to where everyone could see her, and she could see everyone. Then she felt her brother's eyes on her and it was then she lifted her head.

No more tears lingered in her gaze - they had all been locked away.

"Cats of RiverClan. Clanmates." Her voice was a little hoarse from screaming into a pile of moss the night before (much to the dismay of her brother's ears) so she cleared it before continuing. "A couple of days ago, while out in the territory I... There was an accident. I came across a peculiar sight that I did not have any knowledge of - there were these black stones, flickering red like they were alive with embers. I was drawn to them, to see what they were, but... upon placing my paws onto them, I was met with what I can only describe as a sting much similar to what I perceive death to feel like." Her heart clenched, but she forced herself to go on, shakily repositioning her paws. It was clear to see the way the fire-hot stones had changed them, what with the red lacerations and absence of fur.

Swallowing hard to reclaim a strong mask, Fawnlight continued. "I didn't realize it then but my paws... They don't work like they used to. They shake, and hurt, and are not steady enough for the work required of me. I can barely walk with them, let alone work with herbs anymore. Because of this, I can't... I can't in good faith continue to be your medicine cat." Thorns felt like they were piercing her throat, and her gaze looked out to no one in particular. "...But I refuse to allow our Clan to suffer due to my severe mistake. StarClan saw my cry for help, and they have sent me a message so that RiverClan does not go without a medicine cat." This time her eyes did look for someone in the crowd; a particular soon-to-be-apprentice that StarClan had guided her to. Slowly she got up and limped over towards the young kit, stopping just before him and smiling softly.

"Stonekit. I know you are young, but the stars have revealed to me that despite my injury, our Clan will continue to be cared for. 'The stones will direct the river's flow'." Reciting the prophecy she had been given. A light gleamed in her gaze, one that had not been there since her accident. "It is my belief that StarClan has chosen you to be our next medicine cat. I know you are young, and if anyone knows how big of a responsibility this is, it is I. But I promise you, young one, even though I can no longer heal I will teach you everything I know. You will not be alone."

There was going to be reactions. Fawnlight didn't have the energy to predict what those could be. Instead she did not let her soft gaze waver from Stonekit, awaiting his answer.

[ If it's not clear, Fawnlight sustained an injury that is causing her to resign. A prophecy was given to her (that will be roleplayed out later tonight, along with the injury) to announce Stonekit/paw becoming RiverClan's next medicine cat - with Fawnlight teachin him. I have decided to step down as RiverClan's medicine cat to pursue other opportunities and develop other characters outside of Fawnlight. :heartbounce: ]

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January 20th, 2023, 08:29 PM

~~Bluefang~~

Bluefang smiled at Fawnlight. "I respect your choices, Fawnlight." He said.

Madelaine

January 20th, 2023, 08:34 PM

Marigoldleap - Female[she/her]

A little late the queen moved out to the bottom of the Riverclan streamline in enough time to gear Fawnlight's announcement. What she was stepping down? She hadn't expected that not when she just got her full medicine cat name. Marigoldleap didn't have a reaction. If that's what the young molly wanted it was her choice. She just wished she'd have been medicine cat for a couple moons longer. Wait there was more?! Stonekit was to be the next medicine cat. Wow they were getting younger and younger each time. She was sure they'd do just fine with Fawnlights paws to help guide them along.

Buzzin' Bee

January 20th, 2023, 08:36 PM

Seapaw gasped, he was truly shocked. Fawnlight wasn't going to be medicine cat anymore ... he felt so bad. She had just received her medicine cat name too if he was right. "No..." He whispered, his head facing the ground. He then looked up, "You were surely a great medicine cat!" He meowed, trying his best not too look at Fawnlight's paws. It's not that he was disgusted or anything by them, but he didn't want too see what happened too them that made her not as able to walk and too stop her duty as medicine cat. He then turned his attention too the small kitten he didn't know, "As for you I am sure you'll be a good medicine cat too, Fawnlight is sure too tell you all you need!" Seapaw told the kitten, Stonekit, hopefully he didn't sound too motherly. And hopefully they had heard him, being at least a couple tail lengths away from the two.

For some reason Seapaw decided to ask a question. "Fawnlight, when your done training Stonekit will you go to the elders den ... because of your paws?" He questioned. It was probably a stupid question, but Seapaw just needed too know. Would the burning her paws really make her become an elder(b/c of disability)? Maybe Fawnlight would still be able to walk and hunt. Hopefully.

poppy

January 20th, 2023, 08:49 PM

Briarkit

Idly twisting her fluffy tail a bit as she waited for the interesting stuff to start, Briarkit was quickly drawn to the medicine cat, which wasn't confusing at all. In her whole life she had only ever seen two meetings, this one, and the one called by Fawnlight forever and ever ago. The medicine cat was doing more announcing than the leader was!

The scruffy ginger molly was sitting in the corner, and barely heard the announcement. Fawny hurt her paws and then decided not to be plantcat anymore. Okay. What was the big deal? At least she wasn't dead or... Or lost or anything. But then, the real kicker, was when she heard the next thing. Her brother, the stinkiest little puffball of all time, was going to be the plantcat?! Even though Briarkit had no interest in planting and stuff, she still was jealous because she didn't get the opportunity.

"Are you sure it wasn't "the briarkit will direct the rivers flow?"?" She whined loudly with a rebellious scowl. "Not even about me being the wrestling champion of the world?" Ugh
What did StarClan know, anyways? Her brother was annoying. He talked to shells, for goodness sake!

Whatever. At least now she could be the Plantcat bodyguard. She could beat up anyone who dared approach her brother! Storming over to where he sat, the slightly taller tabby sat down next to him. "Congrats on being a Plantcat. You better not forget about me, though!" This just wasn't fair! Like she said, she didn't wanna be plantcay but that didn't mean that she didn't want to be special!

Now she just had to settle for Wrestling Champion of the World.

( Pheasantflight :lovesquee: )

Caspian

January 20th, 2023, 09:04 PM

✿ Bouncepaw ✿

Wait… a stone? A glowing stone? What was happening!? His eyes widened in not only shock, but a very visible glimpse of grief. His ears dropped. Fawnlight was injured? And… she was… RESIGNING!! W-hat? He frowned. She had just gotten her full name and now… and now she is resigning. He wasn’t disappointed… or mad. Just… worried. He hadn’t been in the camp a long time. He suddenly felt a wave of guilt wash over him like an oceans tide. He was sitting here complaining to himself about having to stay in camp. He looked at the other cats. He studied their reactions. Bouncepaw sighed. Maybe his anxiety had gotten to him. He moved his tail around his paw and looked at Fawnlight. Her paws didn’t seem well. She was right. She had to resign. But…
For as long as she knew she had been his medicine cat. In fact, he couldn’t remember a time when she wasn’t his medicine cat. It was hard to let her go, to accept that they needed a new cat to take her rank. He sat unmoving as she announced the new medicine cat. He looked at Fawnlight before scanning the crowd for Stonekit. Maybe… maybe Stonekit would be just as good?

17818

January 20th, 2023, 09:11 PM

~ Deerthroat
The Russian blue molly’s eyes widened at the sight of Fawnlight’s paws. Oh deer. Er..dear. Deerthroat wondered what those..stones that burnt Fawnlight’s paws were. She raised an eyebrow. Perhaps they should… send a patrol out to see what this dangerous object is? Hmm..that place Fawnlight been to should be out of bounds. She made a mental note to tell Pikestar that.

Oh, and a new medicine cat. Oh poor Fawnlight. Having to resign because of that. Would she be in the elder’s den now? She wondered. Oh but Stonepaw would be a wonderful Medicine cat! Ah, she better congratulate him..she searched the crowd for Stonekit.

Madelaine

January 20th, 2023, 11:01 PM

Acornpaw - Female[she/her] - Post 1

Clan Meeting? The molly poked her head out of the apprentices den and saw all the cats who have gathered together. Her head got dizzy, but she forced it down. She needed to stop being a baby. Just get out there! Acornpaw moved out and each paw step made her anxiety rise. Was it hot out here or was it just her? Nope it was just her. Feeling as if she was going to have a panic attack she ran back to the apprentices den and watched from inside.

Beamheart

January 21st, 2023, 12:45 AM

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Firelight was surprised Fawnlight was stepping down so soon after receiving her warrior name. Firelight spent a moment reminding herself not to get near those strange stones Fawnlight touched.

So RiverClan wouldn’t have—no offense to Fawnlight—a competent medicine cat for a while. That was worrying. Firelight needed to be extra careful not to get injured or sick.

Spotty

January 21st, 2023, 02:10 AM

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Stagkit
Pheasantflight jupiter

MedicineFawn began to speak, and the kitten turned towards her to listen, tilting his head a little when he heard how... odd she sounded - Wow, everything was odd today - like,,,,,, sad or something. Why was she sad?? His blue eyes focused on her, only breaking when he had to shake the snow off his fur. She was talking about some weird stones? Stagkit had no idea why, or what embers were, or why they had hurt Fawn. Mean stones.

Wait what, she was no longer a Herbcat?? No, no, but she was a good Herbcat! Stagkit's jumped up, about to protest, but then MedicineFawn mentioned Stonekit's name, and Stagkit felt himself freeze. Wait- Stone would become Herbpaw?! YES! Yay, good! And Fawncat was right, Stonekit wouldn't be alone because Stagkit would also be there!

He looked around, searching for Stonekit before bolting over and (attempting to) attack the other kit with a hug. "Congrats, congrats!!" He cheered, not caring that Stone had yet to actually agree to become Herbcat it didn't mater though because Stagkit would bapp him if he didn't, before beginning to dance around Stone with a singy-sangy voice. "You'll be Herbcat, you'll be Herbcat~" And he would make himself Herbcat-helper-friend! It was only after that he realized Briarkit was there too. "Hey!" He mewed, turning to her with a grin. "Agreed to come Herbcat-helper-friends/siblings?"

Estelle

January 21st, 2023, 03:36 AM

From the depths of camp, and a bit tardy, Gingerfrost made his way to attend this meeting. It was a part of his duties, after all, to attend meetings, to pay attention, to sit through the bore of repetitive sayings, to remember. The particularity of the meeting, however, was the thick fog that seemed to come down the moment Pikestar had stepped into the light. It was akin to whenever a medicine cat brought dreaded news concerning their leader, only now, it was the leader bringing the dreaded news, and the medicine cat the subject. Green eyes lowered from the high Streamstone to find Fawnlight emerging with care, nursing a limp and a twisted paw, covered in what could only be burns. Previously unaware of the incident, instead of the tabby's eyes widening in surprise, he took a deep breath. Calm. Startled looks wouldn't help the young medicine cat.

Normally, being deputy, he would have to sit below the stone, near where Fawnlight stood right now. Ironically the tom never had before and wasn't about to start now. Attention needing to be on their medicine cat, it only gave him more reason to sit back, a tail length off from the crowd, where he always sat. There he tucked his paws close to him for warmth, subtly noting the begin of snowfall. And then Fawnlight spoke. Face neutral, ears lifted, he listened quietly to the in's and out's of her burnt paws. Seen her struggled walk he would've expected Fawnlight to take a leave of absence, maybe ask Sundust or Cowpaw if they knew how to best treat burns (ThunderClan had often burned, after all). He wasn't expecting her to step down. Was it truly so bad she never would be able to perform her duties again? And a prophecy. Much like when she was elected medicine cat, a prophecy had dictated who would take her place.

Another child, not even apprenticed yet. His gaze followed Fawnlight as she approached the designed kit, hardly six moons old he was sure. What was it with children and becoming medicine cats? Gingerfrost found the choice peculiar; it wasn't hard to recall how shaken Fawnlight had once been, most specifically by how injuries were acquired. The only redeeming quality was that Fawnlight was still there to guide Stonekit(paw?), and perhaps Marigoldleap would want to help out too. That is to say that the deputy wasn't in favour of someone so young being put in such a position again. But the clans had always been very trusting, if not obedient, towards StarClan, when they have made just as many mistakes as they have. The only difference was that those who ascended to the stars have seen the consequences of their actions, and those who live have yet to do so. But Fawnlight stepping down had been up to her, he had to believe. He had to respect that. They could only hope Stonekit's election as medicine cat would go better than when Fawnlight was thrown into the fray of it. If anything, he would try to make sure of that however he could, if the kit accepted. He wouldn't blame him if he didn't.

JackHunt_17

January 21st, 2023, 05:04 AM

Turtlekit didn’t expect that. Fawnlight stepping down? And who even was this Stonekit she chose to replace her? Turtlekit really wanted to be medicine cat and felt she could do it so she was kinda annoyed.

Silverfur & Co

January 21st, 2023, 06:36 AM

Featherspirit was shocked and looked at fawnlight

lem~

January 21st, 2023, 07:30 AM

DaisyRoot
He/She/They|Agender|Poly + Omnisexual|Sweet + Unfocused|Has ADHD|OPEN
DaisyRoot's attention got pulled away to FawnLight as she talked. The cat saw the mangled she-cats body. The fur was singed and DaisyRoot was horrified. The cat dipped her head, sending a silent prayer to Starclan.
LilyLeaf
She/Her|Trans (MtF)|Lesbian|Caring + Shy
LilyLeaf gasped and mumbled a "No..." she looked towards StoneKit and smiled warmly at them.
GoldenPaw
He/Him|Gender-questioning|Gay|Energetic + Childish|Nobody knows he's gay|OPEN
GoldenPaw's body twitched. "No..." He muttered. This was horrible! Miss FawnLight wasn't going to be a medicine cat!
ColdPaw
He/Him|Cis Male|Straight Ally|Dreamy + Quiet|OPEN
ColdPaw hadn't noticed anything happening. He was transfixed by the mist, it looked as if it was dancing.

Astraea

January 21st, 2023, 07:31 AM

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RedHaze

After hearing the call she arrived to the meeting. Expecting the normal, she sat down. When Pikestar announced that Fawlight had something to say, she clearly rolled her eyes. God they were both so annoying. Red thought they were that type of annoying to where she didn't want to hear both of their voices at this point. Sighing she listened hoping that it had some type of importance to her.

Great! It sure did. Finally something booted Fawnlight from her seat as Medicine Cat, although she did feel bad for the cat. She could, in the long run not give a crap. Standing, she had a smirk on her face, walking away before she grew a smile on her face. Maybe this change will finally bring some luck to Riverclan, she thought as she flicked her tail and walked.

(Warning: I don't share the same thoughts as RedHaze, we are two different things/beings.)

❗ ————— ୨୧ —————❗

SpiritWolf_yt

January 21st, 2023, 08:20 AM

Cinderpaw and peachpaw listened

echoblue listened

Rapid

January 21st, 2023, 09:28 AM

"Wha-," She felt bad for Fawnlight. Her whiskers quivered as she looked up at her. "Congratulations Stonekit," she said smiling. Though a pit in her stomach stayed there as she felt bad for Fawnlight.

Red Dawn

January 21st, 2023, 09:32 AM

Nightspark's eyelid twitched, he had a spasm in his shoulder and his jaw opened to scream a silent "WHAT?" he was disconcerted, his thoughts ricocheted in his skull, but only one often came back: why did Starclan had abandonned her? Why? His voice returned and he jabbered a strangled what?

[Open]

Spartan-117

January 21st, 2023, 09:35 AM

Slight shock flickers trough the tom and he murmurs a soft noise.

occultation

January 21st, 2023, 01:35 PM

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A pit settled in Slatestripe’s stomach as Fawnlight limped out of the leader’s den. What in StarClan’s name had happened to her? Slatestripe unconsciously leaned closer, as if that somehow would close the distance between him and the medicine cat and allow him to hear better.

She was… stepping down? After hearing about what happened to her front paws, Slatestripe wasn’t surprised. A small amount of frustration bubbled within him; Fawnlight had made a reckless decision, and the Clan was paying for it in the loss of their medicine cat. Sympathy overrode that, though; this cat was losing everything she’d ever worked for and set her heart on.

He perked his ears as Fawnlight announced that she’d be training a new medicine cat: Stonepaw. Slatestripe chanted the name of the new apprentice, sending him all of his silent best wishes.

Rose

January 21st, 2023, 02:46 PM

Flintfang
He/Him

Flintfang could not help himself. Just the sight of young Fawnpaw- Fawnlight's paws made his heart cleave in two for the rosetted damsel. Fresh, sparkling tears pricked at his eyes as he imagined first the immense pain Fawnlight seemed to have gone through, then the loss she must feel now that she could no longer work under the rank that she'd put so much time an effort into. Her paws, that had once worked to deftly to ail their clanmates, now fell useless. Flintfang was really ready to cry. All he wanted was to amble over to her side and wrap her in a hug, because truth be told, Flintfang saw Fawnlight the way he saw Silverpaw. Merely imagining Silverpaw in this condition brought him immeasurable, immense pain. And then, when Fawnlight made her way to stand beside Stonekit, proclaiming the shell-collecting kitten as the next medicine cat, Flintfang's heart dropped like a rock into his stomach. No. Stonekit. The young, innocent little kit that had trotted up to Flintfang and had pestered him with questions. He was far too young to begin his life this way. Ears pinned back against his skull, the silver warrior swallowed with pain. Stonekit was going to start his life seeing sickness and pain and sadness. It would undoubtedly scar the poor kitten for life. And all Flintfang could do was wrap his tail tightly around himself and wish the world didn't seem so wrong all the time.

gs29513

January 21st, 2023, 02:52 PM

First Antkit was watching attentively, ready to figure out what was going on, because she was the smartest so obviously she had to be up to date. Then she was surprised, and a bit confused, as Fawnlight began her announcement. It was.....weird. So were Fawnlight's paws. They were all....bald. Bald and furless and scarred, and WOW Antkit was glad her paws were nice and furry and normal. Just in case the red thingy came back, she tucked them as far under her belly as possible without falling over.

Then there was only disbelief. STONEKIT? STONEKIT? Her BROTHER was the new medicine cat? That made, quite literally, zero sense. Why was Stonekit the medicine cat? He wasn't even apprentice-aged yet, none of them were! He talked to stupid shells and moss balls like a weirdo! Why did HEEEE get to be the medicine cat?? This made no sense to Antkit, and she was just about ready to throw a tantrum when it dawned on her. Perhaps Stonekit was the medicine cat BECAUSE he was weird, not in spite of it.

Medicine cats you sort of expected to be weird, talking to Starclan and shut up in their den fiddling with plants and stuff. It wouldn't do to have a warrior talking to himself, or to shells or moss, but if Stonekit was a medicine cat then that sort of behavior would be excusable. When she became leader it would hardly do for her brother to be a warrior who wasn't particularly good at anything except being weird. But if the weirdness was packaged as medicine cat stuff.......well! Then it made perfect sense! Really this was just preparing the way for her own ascent to power, Antkit reasoned, smiling softly before deciding she'd better go look gracious and stuff, even if she was a bit miffed they hadn't waited until Stonekit would have become an apprentice if he was normal. Then again, maybe they didn't want him infecting the other kits with his weirdness. They could only have two medicine cats after all.

Ah, yes. The good old river of denial. She was a Riverclan cat after all. Time to jump in and swim!

Popping to her feet and making her way across the small stretch of ground between them, Antkit joined her sister in delivering a show of sibling solidarity, ruffling Stonekit's fur in a way that was cute if you didn't know what was going on inside the heads of his flanking sisters. They looked a bit funny like this, all arranged in a row of tall to short(she was the short sadly), but that wasn't really important right now. Congratulations Stoney! she chirped, keeping the majority of the jealousy out of her voice(more over the fact that he was an apprentice early than anything to do with the stupid plants). Now when I'm the leader, you'll be the medicine cat, and we'll be the coolest family ever! she added, for hope springs eternal in the minds of those as young as Antkit, endless promise appearing like a rainbow in the sun. Stagkit was there too, she wasn't quite sure why, but she smiled at the dancing kit too, because she was nice like that.
Pheasantflight jupiter Spotty (hope it's alright if I join in a bit too)

Wingnettle

January 21st, 2023, 03:13 PM

Mintpaw (she/her)
White fur with shades of grey and blue eyes

https://i.ibb.co/fpzh8gK/Mintpaw.png (https://imgbb.com/)

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Mintpaw tipped her head, but deep down she knew what would come out of this. Fawnlight's expression was so... clear to her, like the surface of the river in its calmest time. And that was it.

She observed calmly as she explained what happened to her paws, silently wondering why the ex medicine cat hadn't showed more determination in what she thought was her destiny. But as the new medicine cat was announced, it was clear that everything had been decided already.

Mintpaw bowed her head in respect to Stonekit. Riverclan's destiny lies in your paws now...
She raised her head for a moment to glance at the gray sky above. Was Starclan watching? Did they approve Fawnlight's choice?

Pitou

January 21st, 2023, 04:21 PM

**Doeheart**

Just when she thought nothing else could hit her. Her amber eyes had watched Fawnlight, picking up the young she-cat's discomfort and the anxiety bubbling beneath. When she finally spoke, it was like a stone slowly sinking down into Doeheart's gut. With each word spoken by the obviously pained medicine cat, understanding melted further into the lilac queen. Fawnlight had saved her son, Fawnlight had been through it all. Doeheart hadn't realized how deeply she'd grown to care about the young medicine cat until seeing the pained stepping done. She's not dead, Doeheart tried to reassure herself, but the obvious pain and trauma radiating from Fawnlight left little room for reassurance. The young cat had been through and seen far more than she should have had to be subjected to at such a young age.

Attempting to take her worries and heartache off Fawnlight, Doeheart searched the gathered cats for Stonekit. She'd seen the kit in the nursery but hearing the rank choice was no less surprising. She tried to remind herself that she'd had some reservations about Fawnlight when she first took the rank and now Stonekit wasn't doing it alone. She'd grown to trust Fawnlight, experience or not, the young cat cared. She knew she had to trust in Fawnlight and Starclan. She took in a deep shaky breath, trying to figure out what Starclan intended with all of the personal and clanwide suffering she and Riverclan had faced in recent moons. But they were still coming out the other side, so maybe it was all in Starclan's plan to show Riverclanners just how resilient they truly are.

Bean.

January 22nd, 2023, 01:14 AM

Nightpaw's heart stopped. Fawnlight is resigning? But she was the best medicine cat... the only medicine cat she really knew since she never really seen the past medicine cats. But when She said stonekit's name Her eyes lit up, a new medicine cat app- be the new healer?? Thats how it works.. right? "Congrats Stonekit, You will be a great medicine cat!" she mewed

dino.

January 22nd, 2023, 01:19 AM

bluebellcrackle === > Her first meeting at being back and... wow. Big things were already happening.

Bluebellcrackle listened patiently off to the side, very much wishing she had a tail to wrap around her paws at the current moment. It was chilly and miserable, and she was cold and sad, if understatements meant anything. She found herself wishing she was back with Sage and Chicory; the absence of her brothers was nothing if not palpable.

Fawnlight had decided to resign, and Bluebellcrackle completely understood. When something big and tragic happened, it was hard to go on with what one percieved to be normal. Her eyes caught Redhaze's [ Neso for red mention ] smirk and narrowed, anger immediately flaring in their icy blue depths to overtake a certain dullness that had been insistent on remaining. This was NOT something to smile about, and Bluebellcrackle had the urge to take her claws, raise them above her head, and dig them right into Redhaze's face-

A deep breath in, and a deep breath out, and a shuffle of her paws to ensure they were still on the ground and not buried in some asshole's muzzle. She directed a wobbling smile in Fawnlight's [ daenerys ] direction, paired with an understanding nod, hoping that the she-cat understood that she wasn't angry or upset or disappointed with her, simply happy that Fawnlight was doing what was best for her. Bluebellcrackle knew nothing of Stonekit, but if Fawnlight had thought it best to trust StarClan with this, then perhaps he was the correct decision.

Brightstorm☆

January 22nd, 2023, 06:17 AM

Sagewhisker looked at the leader....the sat down to hear its words...it was cold outside but her thick fur helped her feel warmer...
Sagewhisker ☆.•°°.....

carmen

January 22nd, 2023, 02:43 PM

daenerys jupiter Spotty gs29513

As FawnCat made her approach from the den, another small gasp came from the general direction of the Stone. That being said, it was covered by echoes of the others, so no one noticed that he was just a bit more dramatic than perhaps necessary. But it was FawnCat. And FawnCat was his friend, and she was super cool and super smart and definitely someone that Stonekit could be friends with. He supposed that wasn't something out of the ordinary, but he thought it might be better to check, cause, like, he felt like some of the kits may not like him as much as he liked Bri or Ant or Stagkit. Those guys were his friends. Or they were relatives who he had forced into the position due to the fact that his only other friends were objects.

But still, he couldn't disguise his feeling of pity with goodwill, not with her paws being so pink and hairless. It looked like ouchies, like really, really bad ouchies. Next to Antkit, his own paws shuffled closer to his belly, almost as if he was hiring them from the fire rocks. The fire rocks sounded scary, he didn't like it. If he ever saw them, he'd fight the little burning things, tell them what they did to FawnCat wasn't nice. All he wanted was for those he liked to be happy. All he wanted was for happy Bri and Ant and Dad and Stagkit and FawnCat and StripeyCat and CloudFriend. There was a list, and as much as he liked his clanmates, he didn't know them yet. But the ones he took time to meet- those were the ones he'd protect with his life.

And he had failed. FawnCat had ouchie paws now, and he had been completely unknowing to the entire thing until afterwards. Maybe he could have down something, bat the evil fire things away before they had done that much damage. Maybe she could go see the other medicine cats, maybe one of them knew how to unfire a paw. As FawnCat continued to speak, his mouth fell open wider and wider. Her paws didn't work anymore? She couldn't be medicine cat? No! FawnCat was the best! There was no one in the clan who he found could replace her, be good enough, be kind enough to be a Herby Cat. FawnCat was different from just an average Herby one, he bet she was far above all of the others, and it wasn't cool that this thing had happened.

He wasn't blaming her, duh. She was far too awesome for him to get mad over something that was very clearly not her fault. He just felt so bad. FawnCat was moving, and he wasn't sure if it was such a good idea to walk so much with such large ouchies, but he wasn't going to say anything. Only, she had stopped in front of him, and staring up at her, Stonekit couldn't for the life of him figure out why. He wasn't in trouble, right? She wasn't mad cause he didn't think that OldCatPike was real. Listen, that wasn't his fault, and how would she know anyways. He opened his mouth to explain, say it was just a miscommunication, that it wasn't like he hated OldCatPike or anything, that he was sure he was wonderful, but he stopped his silent excuses as she began to talk again.

"What?" His already wide mouth dropped further before he closed it up. "But you're the Herb one, and you're super awesome, and I mean, I'm awesome too, but I can't be that cool!" And how did these stars know that he'd be great? That seemed like a lot of pressure coming from someone he'd never met before. He'd have to have a talk with these stars later. Well, he did get his own prophecy, which he supposed was cool, but right now it didn't matter if something was cool or not, not if he couldn't understand what was happening- why it was happening. If stars knew so much about him, couldn't they just use their magic to fix FawnCat? Wasn't that easier?

But, he supposed, if these things were something FawnCat had put her trust in, then it wasn't very nice of him to say no. As goofy as he was sometimes, he tried his best to be nice, he didn't want to let anyone down. That wasn't an option. "Yes." Amber eyes stared up at her, and he nodded once, as a second response. He didn't care about the prophecy or whatever, but if FawnCat believed he could do it, Stonekit had significant more confidence. He trusted her to make the right choice. Now the only issue was the off chance that he wouldn't live up to expectations.

But Stonekit was Stonekit, so he could do great, so there was no reason to worry.

His sisters had formed some sort of cluster around him, and he could hear Bri complaining about something in the background, though he wasn't paying much attention to her. It had registered, he wasn't frozen with shock, rather, the tom was racking his mind for some kind of response to what was happening. He was pretty sure i'm sorry was out of the question, and thank you would sound slightly like he was thanking the fire rocks for their grave offense. Nothing had prepared him for this moment. Really, Stonekit had been prepared to be apprenticed to someone he didn't know, and support his sisters on their journeys to leader and wrestling champion of the world.

This. This wasn't supposed to happen, cause FawnCat wasn't supposed to be hurt, yet here he was, having to come up with a response to an unimaginable situation. Gah, why hadn't this been brought up with his Q&A with Flinttooth. "Bri I can't forget you, I'm not old, I have a good memory." He had turned to respond to his sister only to get trampled by a squealing mess of excitement. Any complaints were quickly covered up by Stagkits expressions of enthusiasm. Antkit was there too, but he could quite hear her over his friends bumbling. Oh well.

Clyde

January 23rd, 2023, 08:05 AM

Fawnspring
a large brown and white spotted tom ( looks just like a fawn ) with many large scars and blue eyes.
Fawnspring blinked momentarily stunned as he glanced downwards at the small kit who also somehow looks like a deer. He stared for a while trying to find some words before he blurted something out, oh it want anything important, just that I had hurt my paw earlier that’s all. his blue eyes gave nothing but sincerity away. And a warming smile crawled its way up his maw. His bobbed tail flicked once and did one of his shredded ears. As he waited for the announcement he kept glancing around for another cat he longed to see again. Wormbite. The first cat he ever fell for and the first cat to show him some decent kindness shaking his head in disappointment at not finding Jim he kept his attention on fawnlight instead. After a while she came out as leaving the rank of medicine cat to stonekit. He paused a new light flickering in his eyes as something else trailed close behind. He was somewhat proud of this clan but more or less they could still use some work.
Spotty
x ghostie ( in case wormmie wants to get a word in with him )

Spotty

January 23rd, 2023, 08:54 AM

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Stagkit
Peerless cucumber [Just a short response post - no need to reply :heartbounce: ]

There was a moment of silence as the two similar-looking cats blinked at each other before the Bigcat spoke. Well, just a hurt paw wasn't too bad! "Cool!" he replied. "Well, not cool that you got your paw hurt, but yk!" With that the small kit hopped on before settling down to listen to Fawn.

puppeteer

January 23rd, 2023, 12:32 PM

Silverpaw was... confused. What did Fawnlight mean?? Why did she have to step down? A small, selfish part of her was angry that StarClan had done this to her, but... it was fine. All fine.

Pondwhisker nodded sagely, as he does, because hes old. Amd because maple can't think of anything else while at work.

{ closed }

Captain

January 23rd, 2023, 01:03 PM

⸻⸻⸻⸻⸻⸻ ✧ ⋅ PIKESTAR ⋅ ✧ ⸻⸻⸻⸻⸻⸻

From atop the Streamstone, where he now silently sat, the large dark-furred oriental tomcat closed his eye and slowly inhaled a breath of cold air through his nose, then exhaled it even slower through his slightly parted jaws. He listened to Fawnlight as she explained her unfortunate situation to the rest of RiverClan, her terrible accident and her cruelly-burnt paws. Something about hearing their sister reign her status as the clan’s medicine cat brought a deep pain to their soul, one that Pikestar could not truly explain. Like a unsheathed paw reached into his chest and tore apart his heart. He felt horribly unwell, nauseous to the very core, as he continued to listen. Pikestar began to wonder if they were truly capable of getting through this clanwide meeting, and faking a strong face for their clanmates. His eye would soon reopen, as he'd lift his muzzle to the sky. The tall RiverClan leader sought StarClan for their guidance, but only seconds later, that desperation in his gaze would turn to unbridled aggravation.

You could have warned her. Pikestar thought irritably, his sharp claws sliding out and scraping quietly against the ice-cold stone surface, You had the power to hear her cries of agony, and send her the hope of a successor, but not any signs of warning? He would then fight back the desire to scream, to curse out the stars and disown his ancestors for their unwavering torture they bestowed upon him, and those he loved. Lynxfall, his mate, was dead, almost all of his children were dead, and now his sister was crippled for life. It stirred an unseen darkened emotion that often laid dormant within Pikestar. Damn you. You have abandoned me time and time again, so I will abandon you. And it was on that cold, foggy morning in leafbare, that the long-furred RiverClan leader finally abandoned his faith. No longer would he look to the stars for help, for comfort, no, only pure hatred and resentment. It was his own choice, and he would spare that from those who sat before him. StarClan had turned their backs on him, and RiverClan, far too many times for his liking, but he would not force this view on anyone―not now, at least. He returned his partial gaze to the crowd below him.

"RiverClan has been gifted with a wonderful medicine cat for many moons now, and we shall be eternally grateful for those you have healed and saved within your time as our healer, Fawnlight." He remarked, his voice a forced calm as if to hide the indescribable emotions that stirred within the large clan leader, "I have no doubt that Stonepaw shall one day become as skilled as you were as RiverClan's medicine cat." His steady gaze would then find the young grey-furred tom, being congratulated and praised for being chosen as the next healer of his clan. Pikestar held no praise or congratulatory emotion within his one eye for the now medicine cat apprentice though. Was it resentment? Anger? Bitterness? Even the oriental tomcat himself did not know, but it was far from happiness. He wasn't taking it well that his sister was being replaced. But Pikestar remained professional, albeit it a firm stature of intimidation, and continued forth with the RiverClan meeting.

"I expect you all to show the same respect you have shown to Fawnlight to young Stonepaw as he grows into his new responsibilities." He said, allowing his single blue eye to sweep over the many RiverClan cats present, "If you have any issues about these changes, then you will discuss it with me in private after the meeting." A simple warning to his clan that he would not hesitate to implement accordingly. Several seconds of silence from the clan leader before he moved on, not wishing to dwell on this any longer. "Blizzardwind has decided to step down as a RiverClan shield for personal reasons." Pikestar would inform the clan ever so casually, before resting his watchful gaze on the familiar form of a black-and-white marbled she-cat, "It has also come to my attention that Bluebellcrackle has now returned to RiverClan. You may retake your rank as one of my shields, if you wish." Pikestar silently awaited her answer, not continuing the meeting until they got one. The tip of his long bushy tail flicked back and forth as he sat there.

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January 23rd, 2023, 01:04 PM

*Bluefang smiled at this*

Zei

January 23rd, 2023, 01:06 PM

Sunspirit sat silently and smiled at the med cats

SpiritWolf_yt

January 23rd, 2023, 01:11 PM

Cinderpaw yawned while listening

peachpaw watched* i wish i was a high rank but starclan knows whats best* she thought

taillow

January 23rd, 2023, 01:21 PM

Everything else had to be blocked out. Fawnlight was already battling back waves of bubbling anxiety and she could practically feel the distaste her Clanmates held for her decision. Steppin down, the injury, StarClan choosing Stonekit. Part of her wished to flatten her ears, to drown out the sound of laughter she didn't hear physically but was positive was echoing in the heads of her Clanmates. How jovial it must be to watch another fall, losing everything they had ever worked for. But she would not cry. She would steel her nerves - for Stonekit. He did not deserve any of the distrust she had received upon first stepping into this position, and if needed she would wrap around him and take every single verbal assault flung his way. It was the least she could do.

Stonekit stared up are her in awe, and for a moment Fawnlight wanted to yowl to the stars. But what would that say about how she had been selected? She hadn't been much older than the kit before her when Pikestar had received word from StarClan of her anointment. All she had wanted back then was for someone, anyone to believe in her until she had enough courage to believe in herself. She would be that for Stonekit, the rest of the world be damned. "You will do well. I know it." Whispers of encouragement and a smile. Lifting her voice once more, she nodded to Stonekit. "Warriors of StarClan," she called, lifting her voice for it to be heard, "I present you with this apprentice. He has been chosen by you to walk the path of a medicine cat. Grant him your wisdom and insight so that he may understand your ways heal his Clan." Blue eyes softening, she added, "From this day forward, until you receive your full medicine cat name, you will be known as Stonepaw."

A beat, and then Fawnlight moved her head forward to rest her chin atop Stonepaw's head. She closed her eyes, willing all of the strength and confidence she had gained in her moons of being the Clans medicine cat into the young tom. He would do well, and he would succeed; she would make sure of it.

Soon enough her brother carried on with announcements, and though his praise was heard she didn't look at him. Instead she watched Stonepaw, smiling lightly as she stepped back. Taking a seat next to the tom, she nudged him playfully with her shoulder before turning her head up towards the Streamstone to listen to the rest of the meeting. Blizzardwind had stepped down, and Bluebellcrackle seemed to be offered her rank back. Would her aunt take it?

[ Pheasantflight - I'm just gonna pretend Fawn said this before Pike started speaking otherwise it makes no sense. Also, apologies if your cat reacted to Fawnlight or asked a question; this is kind of difficult for me with how much she means to me so I only focused on Pheasant's post. Thanks for understanding. ]

sol.

January 23rd, 2023, 01:38 PM

BLUEBELLPAW

She listened with a small air of annoyance. Fawnlight's paws... shake? She frowned, disbelieving. Medicine cat duties were harsh, that much she knew. But Stonekit? Her cousin's friend? The one from the herb lessons? He was barely eligible for apprenticeship, and now this is being piled onto him?

So. That was it. Just, letting Stonekit do it? Starclan was just going to- just take Fawnlight's job and coordination away from her? Like that? They could do something like that? Had Fawnlight been the wrong choice? Was Starclan upset? Why? What-?

Her mind was so, so, dizzy. Starclan... they were good, right? But, taking away Miss Fawnlight's paw coordination just like that? With a rock? And... that was that for her?

She shook her head, daring to believe maybe she had it all wrong. But for the first time in a while, another crack in her faith in Starclan chipped its way into her heart.

SpiritedWarrior

January 23rd, 2023, 02:12 PM

Reedwhisker
daenerys Pheasantflight

None of what happened so far made sense to her. If StarClan had wanted Fawnlight to be the medicine cat, why have her paws get burned so badly she couldn't do her duties the way she needed to? And Stonekit- Stonepaw now wasn't even six moons old yet. StarClan, in Reedwhisker's thoughts, was turning their backs on promises and letting Fawnlight go against the code in regard to training a kit under six moons. At least he's nearly six moons old... still... I wonder what made Fawnlight choose Stonepaw. He'll be an excellent medicine cat regardless.

"Fawnlight, I do hope your paws feel better. I can't imagine having to give up my role for such an injury and I hope recovery finds you well." she dipped her head, respecting the medicine cat's choice to step down and looked at Stonepaw. "Despite your young age, I know you'll be an excellent medicine cat. You are a bright one. Just know Fawnlight and Marigoldleap are both here if you have any questions. If you feel like learning something about warriorhood such as how to defend yourself, you can always ask. Same goes for you, Fawnlight... now that you'll be a warrior, when you feel up to it I can teach you how to fight in water."

Pikestar's announcements were next. More upsetting news has made its way into the meeting, but it was just another self-demotion. Blizzardwind was a good shield and is a good Clanmate to have. The young warrior dipped her head in respect to the tom's choice and listened as the one-eyed leader explained that Bluebellcrackle had finally returned to the Clan and was free to resume her duties as a Shield- if she so wished, of course. Welcome back home, Bluebellcrackle.

Silverfur & Co

January 23rd, 2023, 02:14 PM

Featherspirit chanted the new apprentice name "Stonepaw Stonepaw."

Spartan-117

January 23rd, 2023, 02:21 PM

Tumblefox raises his eyebrow as the tom shakes his head as he lays down and listens. He can tell that Pikestar - despite his... Obvious attepts at hiding it - is angry at StarClan. The only reason he knows this is because he feels the same way. His faith has been shattered since the day someone he loved was killed.

Cinderspirit

January 23rd, 2023, 02:47 PM

Beechkit watched as his denmate was made into an apprentice. "And he's not even 6 moons yet." Jealousy welled in his heart, "All because StarClan chose him." He lifted his own muzzle to the sky, just as Pikestar had done. Faint stars twinkled down at him, as if they were mocking him.
"You just aren't good enough, little kit." They seemed to say.
Clenching his muzzle, Beechkit stared resolutely into the heavens, "You're wrong." He mewed resolutely, "I will be the best warrior. No matter what I have to do to get there."
As if in answer, a cloud drifted across the sky. Scowling, Beechkit turned away. Even his ancestors wouldn't listen to him. He was nearly 5 moons old. He would show the Clan that he was worthy of getting his apprentice name now, just like Stonepaw.
"Why aren't you the nursery, little kit?" A passing queen ran her tail over his flank, which he shrugged off angrily, "It's cold out here you know." As she walked off, Beechkit hissed quietly at her back. This was the problem. Everyone treated him like a kit, but if they could see that he was worthy of apprenticeship...

Willowfern

January 23rd, 2023, 04:06 PM

Antlerstreak had to admit, he was a little late to the meeting. He snuck in and stood near the back, listening.
From what he gathered, Fawnlight was stepping down due to an injury to her paws, and she received a prophecy for a successor, Stonepaw.
Antlerstreak felt a pang of sympathy for the young medicine cat, and he found himself wondering if he would be able to go on if he-
Wait.
Antlerstreak did a double take.
Stonepaw? As in… my son Stonekit? He thought, jolting out of the little stupor he’d been in.
Antlerstreak inhaled a sharp breath. His son, barely even a kit, was now RiverClan’s medicine cat?
Antlerstreak staggered to his paws and stepped up beside his son, muttering a quick,
“So sorry Fawnlight, excuse me,” As he did.
He looked over his son for a moment, remembering him as just a little newborn trying to suckle at his dead mother’s side (It hadn’t been that long ago, had it? My, time was flying.).
“Congratulations, Stonepaw,” He meowed softly, gently licking a stray patch of kitten fluff back into place on his son’s face, “You’ll be a wonderful medicine cat.”
Now… to speak to his daughters. He turned to look at Antkit and Briarkit, wondering why exactly it was that his son had been named medicine cat, and not Ant or Little Briar.
Antlerstreak rested his paw on spunky Little Briar’s head (Who was that brown Kit dancing near them? Antlerstreak didn’t know.) and looked into the eyes of his daughters,
“Now, girls,” He purred, “Just because Stonepaw is the medicine cat now, doesn’t mean you two aren’t still the most special daughters in the whole world, right?” He leaned in to nuzzle each kit in turn, hoping they reciprocated.
Antlerstreak then stepped back a bit, letting Stonepaw have a moment with his mentor and sisters (and friend?).
Pheasantflight gs29513 jupiter daenerys (Hope you don’t mind me hopping in for a moment.)

Birdspirit

January 23rd, 2023, 04:20 PM

Dewpaw looked up at Pikestar, something seemed wrong about the way he was holding himself, the way he looked up at the stars, something she couldn't quite understand. She looked up at the stars, they twinkling as though to say, "Don't worry, it will all be okay"

Foxpaw felt... different. He looked to the stars but he didn't understand them anymore. Why? he thought Why make a kit the next medicine cat? Why not warn Fawnlight of the danger? he knew that starclan had their reasons but, he was scared. Scared for him for Dewpaw for his clan, without a trained medicine cat, they were all in danger.

Caspian

January 23rd, 2023, 05:20 PM

☁︎︎ Bouncepaw ☁︎︎

Why was there so many changes!? He suddenly felt anxious to make things the way they were. Peaceful, not confusing, why was everything changing. It felt as if everything was changing. He didn’t like it.

JackHunt_17

January 23rd, 2023, 05:34 PM

Turtlekit didn't care for or understand much of what was said. something about sheilds

dino.

January 23rd, 2023, 08:17 PM

bluebellcrackle === > A certain trepidation that filled the air in a matter of minutes. It started with Pikestar, and then seemed to spread, like an invisible fog settling over her Clan. The fur on the back of her neck rose, and she almost didn't hear Pikestar's question. When it registered, she hesitated, jaw working silently.

She refused to appear weak in font of these cats after just returning. "It would be my honor to serve RiverClan once more," she called out. There was a waver in her voice, towards the beginning that she quickly fought to shut down. Insecurity was bad; so was instability. These events and these emotions, she would handle on her own, separate time.

Red Dawn

January 24th, 2023, 12:06 PM

Nightspark nodded slowly, he really hoped that Stonepaw would be ready, even if he wasn't that pessimistic, he really thinked that Stonepaw wasn't ready now, he didn't even received a single lesson of medecine! What could Stonepaw do if a huge wound happen to the others? Nightspark returned to his reflexions and rested there, sitting...

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LostInTheOrchids

January 24th, 2023, 07:15 PM

.: Graytail stepped up to Fawnlight and her eyes softened :. "Fawnlight, even if you are not our medicine cat officially, in spirit you always will be." She hoped to ease the young(ish) Molly's mood.

~ @/daenerys ~

wolfie

January 25th, 2023, 07:29 PM

=> Peerless cucumber
Loss had become second nature to him. Something he couldn't try to understand, why him? Why him of everyone? Sometimes, Wormbite wondered if it would be better to simply forgo all relationships, all love he had to offer. Rather it to be to save the cats he cared for from the fate he seemed to cause to fall upon them, or himself. He had heard Fawnspring had returned, and he hadn't been able to .. confront him. Ask him what had happened. It seemed the bobbed tail had felt the same way. However, as a familiar voice rung through his ears, Wormbite's twisted to look in the direction of the source.

Before he knew, he was pushing past cats until the scent that used to bring comfort was strongest. "..Fawnspring?" He spoke softly, with caution. His notched ear offering a nervous flick, he seemed as if he had wanted to say something more but when the meeting properly started, his attention was driven away. Confusion swirled in his cloudy eyes, she was stepping down? Due to an injury?

His ears pulled back, hell. There were no words, Wormbite didn't feel disappointment. Perhaps, pride? That Fawnlight had the guts to step up to the stone and say this herself? He had been convinced that for whatever reason, the path of medicine was her path. She .. sounded confident. A frown crossed his lips, yeah, he knew she would figure this out. She was strong. When the oriental had figured out his vision was going to eventually be gone, it felt like his own path had been ripped away. That he would have to retire to become an elder or something that was simply not him. Expect, he found other ways. He made peace. So could Fawnlight. He would.. simply be here if she needed.

With a soft sigh, Wormbite turned back to Fawnspring with a tired look. "You're back, " it wasn't a question, but a statement of fact.

Clyde

January 26th, 2023, 08:06 AM

Fawnspring

Fawnspring noticed the familiar scent as it reached his nose. His cold blue eyes narrowed in resentment but he held his head high as he continued to stare up at fawnlight and stonePaw. This could bring me some…trouble. I’ll have to rethink a few things as it should now be easier to turn a few clanmates against starclan. a wicked smile crept across his face but he quickly shooed it away with a deep sigh. Turning his head slightly he allowed his blue gaze to scan over wormbite..the same as he’s ever been. But he himself…had changed drastically. Long lost was the cat he used to be, the sweet and bubbly tom had died when he left that day. And the one sitting before wormbite now was just a shell of resentment and rage.

Responding with a straight face he meowed well yes it appears I am back. How unfortunate. I’m guessing your here to chew me out? only then did he fully face the black tom. Before he had only the bare minimum of scars and the dancing light of joy still remained in his eye. How his eyes shined with a cold glint and the joy had been chased off by the onslaught of horrors and struggles he had faced alone. Although he acted like this a slight pang made him inwardly wince at his own cold demeanor. Shaking his head he forced the light back to his eyes and a warming smile to his face.

It’s been a while no? his shredded ear flicked as he cast a glance around. He barely knew anyone anymore the only two cats he recognized was pikestar and wormbite. Aside from his favorite cat koidream. He really could care less for anyone here.
x ghostie

Bean.

January 26th, 2023, 12:36 PM

Nightpaw Nods, Respect the new medicine cat stonepaw, It will be very rude to judge someone like that. then he started talking about a shield. who was dropping down from that rank.. Then one of them returning.. she smiles a bit, Cant be ungrateful of what happens here

perseus.

January 26th, 2023, 11:34 PM

Beetlekit frowned lightly that Fawnlight wasn't the medicine cat anymore but she seemed very hurt!! He would go and fight whatever had hurt her!!

Goosehonk honked sadly at the news but happily honked for Stonepaw.

Fogcloud ears swiveled at the news of Fawnlight stepping down but their eyes looked at Stonepaw and they knew while the apprentice was young, they would do well with the guidance of Fawnlight.

Cicadapaw silently cheered for the new medicine cat.

MockingRabbit

January 27th, 2023, 10:46 AM

Troutstone sent Fawnlight a sympathetic look.

Specklemist was upset.
Eggkit stared ahead of him.

Zei

January 27th, 2023, 01:42 PM

Lobsterbite just snorted from ey're upside down position

Captain

January 27th, 2023, 04:49 PM

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Hearing the marbled molly’s response, the tall oriental tomcat dipped his head in understanding. “Then it is done.” He remarked, his left ear twitching, “Now that she has returned to RiverClan, Bluebellcrackle will retake her position as one of my loyal shields.” With that now settled and out of the way, Pikestar took a brief moment to inhale and then exhale a breath of cold leafbare air, before swiftly moving on with his announcements. He had to admit that he wondered how they would all react to his next bit of news, but it was something that he wanted to install into RiverClan traditions regardless. He uttered a quick sigh before starting to talk once again. “There will be a new tradition that we shall be upholding from now on that I now wish to introduce to our clan.” Pikestar explained, single eye flickering from one cat to the next, “Shields can now be challenged for their rank and such will be determined through a spar. This specific spar shall be done in a drawn-out circle in the sand or dirt, where the challenged shield and their opponent will fight with sheathed claws. The first cat to be able to get the other out of said circle will be named the winner.” He paused for a few seconds to allow that information to sink in. “These spars will be typically done on our training island, but I would not be opposed if said challenger wishes the spar to take place elsewhere, like the middle of the camp clearing or on Lionsbeach, for examples.” He wouldn't even be opposed to it happening in Cattail Pond if that's what they wanted. After all, RiverClan needed to be in-tune with their roots. For now though, Pikestar had more details to explain about this new tradition.

“In order for a spar to occur, the shield will need to accept the challenge. They do have the option to decline.” But at the cost of being seen a coward, most likely. Pikestar explained further. “These spars will be overseen by myself, Gingerfrost or Stonepaw when he earns his full name. All of us have the right to step in and end the fight if it goes too far.” A simple warning, nothing more, for RiverClan to fight fairly and cleanly in these spars. Hopefully as Fawnlight taught young Stonepaw the ways of a healer, he could become the official overseer of these challenges, knowing when the fight needs to be stopped. Of course, nothing was set in...stone...though, haha. The unintentional pun made Pikestar's rper chuckle as he writes this. "In order to make it fair, each of my shields can only be challenged once per moon." He remarked, wanting to make that part very clear, "And if a shield loses their rank, they must wait two full moons before attempting to take it back if they so desire." Humming for a moment, the tall RiverClan leader forced himself to pause again for a minute or so before saying one last important bit of information. "Both warriors and apprentices are welcome to challenge shields for their rank." Pikestar would then finally reveal, "If an apprentice does succeed in winning the spar against the challenged shield, then they will be named a shield rather than a warrior at the next clan meeting after the challenge has concluded." Perhaps that would give RiverClan apprentices some extra incentive where it was needed. "These rules are subject to change if necessary in the future."Once that was said, the dark-furred tomcat leaned back and relaxed his clenched jaw, allowing the crowd below more than enough time to ask questions and react to this new installation within the clan.

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Zei

January 27th, 2023, 04:53 PM

Lobsterbite snorted, but this caught bites attention. bite could challenge for rank? bite snorted, unlikely that would even happen... Most in bites eyes that were shields were the leaders friends... bite didn't care though and remained upside down as bite watched the falling snow... Perhaps bite would try though anyway... bite might be bite, but bite was large, bite was a warrior... but bite wondered if it was even possible for bite to be shield... Bite would Like Being about to help out more, But Bite had been told bite was dum before, mean cat had called bite dum. well bite wasn't dum!

JackHunt_17

January 27th, 2023, 04:58 PM

Turtlekit knew none of this really applied to her but she listened anyway

puppeteer

January 27th, 2023, 04:59 PM

With a flick of her ears, Silverpaw looked up at her dad. Maybe she could try to become a Shield..

Spookez.

January 27th, 2023, 05:00 PM

Rabbitpaws ears perked up. Him... Rabbitpaw... shield? It cant be real! Any kit could dream of this! (well its closest to being leader or deputy) He wanted to try out! But wait, this would be him vrs really skilled warriors... and he didnt even start his hunting training! But at least he practiced fight before. He would try, at least.

MockingRabbit

January 27th, 2023, 05:04 PM

That perked Webkit up. Apprentices could become shields? And shields have a likeliness to become deputies, and deputies become leaders. A plan was forming in his head. But he had to be an apprentice first! And that was still a moon or two away.

SpiritWolf_yt

January 27th, 2023, 05:06 PM

Peachpaw listened hearing about the knew way to earn sheild the molly huffed" nope nope nope i don't fight unless its needed" she mumbled shaking her head

Cinderpaw listened then hearing the new way to earn shield the molly sighed* its a worth of try!* she thought but how can she confront a shield the intense thoughts came through her* just ask* the molly thought then shaking her head

xavier.

January 27th, 2023, 05:11 PM

bubble[error].

January 27th, 2023, 05:22 PM

~~Bluefang~~

Hearing that gave Bluefang an idea. What if he did challenge a Shield? What if he won? That would be cool. Pikestar was a shield before a deputy and leader. What if the white-furred tomcat followed his mentor's pawsteps?

SpiritWolf_yt

January 27th, 2023, 05:30 PM

Cinderpaw ears flattened and walked over to Raccoonpelt" excusing i don't want to be rude or disrespectful but why do you have a shadowclan scent on you?" Cinderpaw said covering her nose
Kat moonlit.x

SpiritedWarrior

January 27th, 2023, 05:30 PM

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~ Oh God, he slept in. What a wonderful Riverclanner he was turning out to be. Missing the beginning of a meeting, he'll probably have Flintfang catch him up on what was going on. The gray tom looked around for the familiar silver tabby. Raccoonpelts yellow eyes fell upon his mate. The tom made his way, trying not to be noticed much even if his Shadowclan scent hasn't gone away yet.

"Hello, Love.."

The tom greeted Flintfang as he sat down next to the green-eyed tom before looking up at the Streamstone and at Pikestar. ~

| Kat - Flintfang; [OPEN FOR ANYONE WHO WANTS TO NOTICE HOW HE HAS A SHADOWCLAN SCENT] |
Reedwhisker

She was listening to the meeting going on and perked her ears. She had always wanted to find a way to support Pikestar more than she has been able to and the thought of sparring a current shield for a chance at a higher rank interested her. When she was about to speak her opinion on the new implementation, a scent hit her nose. ShadowClan... Her hazel eyes narrowed as she thought of a ShadowClanner being the one to off her sister and stalked toward the scent until she reached the cat next to her brother.

"Excuse me... love?! Flintfang, care to explain why this... this ShadowClanner is calling you 'love'?" she huffed. If it was what she thought, then there wasn't much arguing against it she could do for two reasons: she herself took an outsider (though the outsider was a former RiverClanner) and she didn't want to unintentionally ruin her littermate's happiness. What will Silverpaw think...? Her own brother... a ShadowClanner... A cat who belonged to the same Clan as whoever killed her...

shaae_26

January 27th, 2023, 05:33 PM

Salamanderpaw was intrigued by learning apprentices could be shields but he wasn’t sure he wanted to challenge anyone for their role yet

puppeteer

January 27th, 2023, 05:38 PM

silverpaw
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the hanged man
{ Kat moonlit.x canineantics SpiritedWarrior - hehe}

A scent wafted towards her nose. It made her fur bristle and her heart race. ShadowClan. Whipping around, the young molly found herself face to face with... her brother and the toad he'd been near at that Gathering. A snarl formed on her face and she felt her fur puff up. This intruder was trying to hurt her brother! Wait... did he... love???

"Who are you calling love?" She snapped raspily, pausing for a moment after she spoke to cough. Stars, her throat still HURT. "Why are you intruding my camp, toad!" She cared little if she got in trouble right now, it's not like she was becoming a warrior! She whipped her head to her brother, an angry and hurt look on her face. "Why is he calling you love?? Are you abandoning me and Reed for this.. this.. toadstool?! Did you forget what his Clan did to me?!" Her voice was becoming loud and shrill as tears threatened to spill from her yellow eyes as the imagined betrayal and abandonment hit her. Why was he abandoning his family for a killer?!

Turning towards Pikestar, anger flared in her eyes. "Did you approve this?! After everything ShadowClan has done?!" She felt anger burning in her chest, deep and hot. She turned to her sister, Reedwhisker, next. "Y-you're not going to abandon me too, right?? Right, Reedy?" Her voice cracked as she spoke, the rasps and croaks becoming sad and broken. Stars above, her scar burned.

Breathing hard, Silverpaw took a few steps away from her brother. He was tainted. He was contaminated. She felt her scar burning as if her throat had just been ripped out moments before. The tears pooling in her eyes spilled, pouring down her face as she hyperventilated. Oh stars, it hurt. She could begin to remember her death. It wasn't good. She wheezed, turning, before burrowing her face into Reedwhiskers fur, hiding behind her like a scared kit. Because, that's all she was. Silverpaw was a scared, overgrown kit. She sniffled, flanks heaving. This hirt this hurt this hurt. She wanted it to stop she wanted her mama, her dad, her siblings. But he was tainted. She couldn't go near him, nonono, she cant she cant she cant!

Zei

January 27th, 2023, 05:41 PM

Lobsterbite rolled onto bites feet and glanced at Reedwhisker and Flintfang and Raccoonpelt. Bite noticed the scent when Reed pointed it out along with the small Cinder. Bite stood up and paddled over "Reed and Cinder right! Bite Smells Shadowclan on Raccoon! Whats Raccoon been ups to? Hurts Clanmates and Bite be mad. Bite stand with Reed, Explains your Self!" Bite meowed taking reedwhiskers side in the matter, meowing to reedwhisker "bite got reeds back, Reed right!" bite meowed indicating bite would do what Reedwhisker asked of Bite.

Kat ~ moonwatcher x Qibli ~ moonlit.x SpiritedWarrior

carmen

January 27th, 2023, 06:20 PM

daenerys

Stonepaw. That was his name now. It was a weird change, one that he wasn't thinking would be happening now. The world had tilted on its axis, changed from how it was mere minutes ago. He supposed that now he had responsibilities, and that was something he hadn't been ready to deal with. He couldn't help but want to stay with his siblings, just be a kit for a bit? He didn't want to have to worry about everyone else, no matter how selfish it was. He just wanted to be happy- stay happy, just for a little while. Maturity was a far off dream, something he hadn't thought of until know. Literally, right now. Here he was though, preparing for being an Oldcat. He wasn't ready for it, but that was okay, he was pretty sure it would be okay. He had FawnCat with him.

Stonepaw couldn't help but feel that maybe FawnCat needed his support. The grey tom wasn't the smartest cat, emotionally or intelligently. He wasn't perfect, that was certain, but sometimes he could try. He wanted FawnCat to be happy, so, as she placed her head on top of his, muttering a few words before leaning away, he couldn't help but want to give her a hug. As she sat down beside him, he smiled again, before sagging to the side, leaning lightly against her shoulder. His own sort of hug. His brain was hurting from too much thinking, but he was trying his best not to burst.

His head had started throbbing by the time Dad had arrived, but he was never-the-less happy to see him. His entire family was here, he was lucky. A small smile was cast upwards at him. He would have smiled, showed that he wasn't as tired as he was acting, but his cheeck muscles were tiring, and, yes, he was tired. Bedtime had been a stupid concept until now, but he supposed he'd wouldn't ignore it no longer. "Thanks, Da." All he did was repeat his words from earlier, but as he leaned against FawnCat and looked up at Antlerdad, he meant it. He had two old cats he could depend on, and it made him really, really happy. He could do anything so long as they were around.

The oldest of the old was speaking now, and he felt that he really was supposed to listen. He knew not what the words uttered meant, but he tried his best to pay attention. Something about a Bluecat returning and becoming a shield, later words encompassing more things about shields. Stonepaw should not have had questions. Now was not the time for queries, and, as a bit of yelling came from a little while away, he still couldn't shake it from his mind.

What was a shields?

Cinderspirit

January 27th, 2023, 06:33 PM

Beechkit's ears pricked excitedly at that last bit. Apprentices could challenge too? Well then he only had a moon and a bit to go until he could. And maybe less than that if all goes to plan.

Madelaine

January 28th, 2023, 06:22 AM

Marigoldleap - Female[she/her]

Relaxing while listening in on the meeting teh queen managed to sit down comfortably. Well that was until someone mentioned Shadowclan. She stopped what she was doing and looked around almost frantically. Were they here for her? Getting up as quick as possible she moved into the safety of the nursery. She never felt this terrified before. She stopped right at the entrance not wanting to miss anything.

Red Dawn

January 28th, 2023, 10:03 AM

Nightspark sniffed loudly, it was a 100% a bad idea, it would go quickly in a huge mess, he shook his head, this could be one of the worst ideas of his leader, especially to let the apprentices participate...

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Rose

January 28th, 2023, 10:41 AM

Flintfang
He/Him

It was rather unexpected, to so openly hear Raccoonpelt's voice. Usually when Flintfang daydreamed about his mate, it was only in his head. This time, though, it felt so... real. Why it felt that way made sense a moment later, when his beloved mate settled beside him. "Raccoonpelt!" Flintfang exclaimed with evident joy, eyes brightening upon seeing the ring-tailed tom. Immedietly shifting forth to nuzzle his mate in greeting, the silvery warrior purred with glee, and let a half-chuckle escape him. "I had forgotten you'd joined RiverClan." He murmured, voice quiet. "Fell asleep after Pikestar said yes and then woke up thinking it was all a dream."

But barely a few moments had passed before someone else approached. Someone, who was actually Flintfang's neice. "Cinderpaw." He greeted his kin, smiling pleasantly down at the young molly. "This is Raccoonpelt, my m--" Sage orbs darted in a different direction as a particularly angry voice reached his ears, and yet again, before Flintfang could respond, another, this time heartbroken, voice called out.

His sisters. First Reedwhisker, who had demanded to know why Raccoonpelt was calling him 'love' (seriously, if Raccoonpelt didn't call him that for the rest of Flintfang's pathetic life, the silver warrior was going to throw paws), and then... Silverpaw. Her raspy, pained voice would be recognizable anywhere, and today it stood out like a wound through his stomach. Stars, Flintfang had been so tired he'd not been able to talk to his sisters. Asking Pikestar to let Raccoonpelt join had been born entirely of impulse, and apparently now his mate was paying the price. Flintfang felt his mind and heart being torn into two pieces.

To comfort his sister, who he had just retrieved from the jaws of death, or to comfort his mate, who he had finally established by his side after so many moons? It was a hard choice, one that would plague the silver warrior's mind for too long, but in the end he knew who he had to stay beside. Kin was kin, his sisters would still have to stay with him and forgive him one day. But If Flintfang didn't support his mate, there was a chance he could lose Raccoonpelt. And that was a chance he was never ever going to risk. Flintfang never wanted to be abandoned, not again.

'Are you abandoning me and Reed for this.. this.. toadstool?! Did you forget what his Clan did to me?!'

The words rang foul in Flintfang's mind, and in those moments, all Flintfang could do was feel ultimately disappointed. In himself, for not having enough forethought to warn his sisters beforehand, and in Silverpaw. He loved her, like an older brother might, like an attentive father might, but if she didn't care about him enough to let him have what made him happy, then Flintfang would have to part from her side. He knew it would be painful. Knew that detaching himself from her would crack his heart open and threaten its foundation. But she had to open her eyes. Both of them did. Reedwhisker and Silverpaw both needed to open their eyes and see how much pain he'd been through to get here.

He had never been attended to as a kit. Not as much as Reedwhisker and Shimmerstream had. He had been pushed aside, left to his own antics, never recognized. Pain was what made a cat, and it was entirely pain that was Flintfang's fiber of being. And in that moment, he knew. Knew that there would be no going back from this point.

There would be no rewind switch.

Lowering his head to meet Silverpaw's amber eyes with his own hues of green, Flintfang let his words ring true. "I would never dream of replacing you or Reed. I would never dream of taunting you for what was done by those ShadowClanners." To let her know, that he loved her, even if she hated him. To let her know, that he would always be there for her, regardless of whether she needed him or not. "But I need to find out what I love. I need to find me." Flintfang could not go on like this. Could not go on ignoring himself and striving only to be there for his Clan and his sisters. He needed to think about himself. And right now, what Flintfang knew he needed was his mate. He would never throw Raccoonpelt away just to make his sisters happy. It was hightime he let go of his protective hold on Silverpaw.

And soon enough he would no longer even be her mentor. "I didn't tell you this when you finished your assessment, but I hope you know you passed. And I hope you know all those things I said about loving you from the bottom of my heart were true." It was poetic, really, the way their ties were breaking off, one by one. But there was one tie.

One link,

that no one in the world could sever. Not in life, not in death. He was their kin. He was their brother by blood, and no one could change that.

And in true Flintfang fashion, the silver warrior offered his two remaining sisters a pained, charming smile. "I will have Raccoonpelt until I am denied. And like I promised you those days ago, only till death do Raccoonpelt and I part." With that, he straightened once more and twined his tail with Raccoonpelt, establishing his promise to the former ShadowClanner.

[ effervescent. / moonlit.x / ~ moonwatcher x Qibli ~ / SpiritedWarrior ]

SpiritWolf_yt

January 28th, 2023, 11:16 AM

Cinderpaw mismatched her ears as Flinfang her relative greeted her as a kin the molly listened to everything hearing flintfang reply then pausing the molly lashed her tail the molly listened as flintfang explained and promised and all that but did the molly care nope her eyes gazed lightly yet curiously" Raccoonpelt is your what?" she replied wanting flintfang to finish his sentence since he finished everyone elses
Kat SpiritedWarrior moonlit.x effervescent.

pxxylo

January 28th, 2023, 11:18 AM

> RACCOONEAR | OPEN

She sighed, a small smile crossing her face. This, oh, this would be fun. The warriors could challenge her once a moon. So hopefully, once a moon she would get to have some fun. She appreciated the fact that it would be a claws-free battle, because of the current state of her claws. Looking down at the desecrated claws, half-grown back stubs on her paws, she would have to thank Pikestar later. There were already a few cats who she knew wanted her role, cats who didn't like her. It was obvious that cats like Redhaze and Otterfluff disliked her, but the look in some cats eyes when she spoke told her that those two weren't the only ones.

Soon enough, she smelt the dank scent of Shadowclan, that Raccoonpelt whp had been accepted into the clan. She understood exactly why. Lynxfall was also a cat who left Shadowclan and came to Riverclan for love. Of course her brother would accept him, he had to. Raccoonear deeply admired the fact that Raccoonpelt had the courage to do this, and that Pikestar had accepted him.

Captain

January 28th, 2023, 11:47 AM

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With the shield challenges now an official part of RiverClan’s way of life, the large dark-furred oriental watched closely as various cats held obvious looks of interest. Heh. That would surely make things far more interesting around here in the near future. However, his partial blue-hued gaze would soon catch none other than Raccoonpelt walking over to the crowd, sitting down beside his mate, Flintfang, and then raising his head to peer up at Pikestar. A friendly smile rested on the tall tomcat’s expression as he dipped his head to the gray-and-black warrior. The peace did not last long however, not even a full minute passed before another cat—Cinderpaw—noticed his scent, which probably still stunk of the marshland. Reedwhisker then was soon to voice her disgust, which made their smile immediately fade into an irritable frown. Seconds later, young Silverpaw erupted, snapping bitterly at the two of them without any hesitation. Anger began to slowly bubble deep within Pikestar the more she threatened and insulted the two warriors. It wasn’t long before she’d turn to stare up at him, judging the tall RiverClan leader for his choices, especially after what ShadowClan had done to them. Her wording made a deep growl stir in his throat.

Out of the corner of his left eye, the familiar dark pelt of Marigoldleap caught his attention. She almost immediately caught wind of the conversations, and a clear look of horror spread across her expression. Pikestar watched as the queen fled back to the clan nursery, which honestly broke his heart to see. And it only made the oriental longhair even more pissed off than before. No cat in his clan, no matter where they came from, should feel that amount of fear from their own damn clanmates. His long ears twitched, hearing Flintfang’s familiar voice, making him switch his view back over to Raccoonpelt and his lover. He watched as the gray tabby tomcat defended his choices, and spoke firmly on his feelings. It was then that Pikestar started to view Flintfang in a new light, feeling like the RiverClan warrior was braver than he ever could have been when Lynxfall was still alive. He was brave, and it made the oriental tom wished he could’ve done the same. Lynxfall had deserved that from Snowleap.

“Silence.” Pikestar spoke with a deadly hiss as he called for attention, “Yes, I accepted Raccoonpelt into RiverClan, despite his previous rank within ShadowClan. He is one of us now, whether you all like it or not.” He was done cowering in the face of his clan’s disapproval, and he was finally ready to be himself rather than breaking his back to please everyone. No, RiverClan would have to deal with Pikestar for who he was, as long as he still breathed. “My mate, Lynxfall, and my adopted daughter, Shadepaw, were once ShadowClan cats. And they were loyal, hard-working RiverClan cats for many moons, until they both drowned in that goddamn river nearly six moons ago!” The large oriental longhair snapped the words, allowing his true feelings show, “Even now, we still hold cats who were once apart of other clans in our ranks, and they have served us well. Just as anyone who was born in this very camp. You’re all treating Raccoonpelt like he alone did the awful crimes that ShadowClan has done. Shame! Shame on all of you.” He spat with a bitter venom, “He is a RiverClan warrior now, and will be treated as such until he has proven elsewise. As long as I, Pikestar, am leader of this clan, RiverClan’s borders will be open to anyone who wishes to live in a clan without fearing for their lives, as Lynxfall and Shadepaw did in ShadowClan all those moons ago.” Pikestar didn’t give a rat’s ass anymore if this made his own clanmates despise him. As long as he was still here, he would protect those who needed protecting.

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fishy

January 28th, 2023, 11:52 AM

Streamflake turned to look at the new clan-member and smiled, it was always nice to have new cats in the clan. She turned her gaze to Pikestar and dipped her head.

SpiritWolf_yt

January 28th, 2023, 11:52 AM

Peachpaw ears flattened the molly looked to pikestar then to the other cats" Cinderpaw maybe we should stay out of this raccoonpelt is now our clanmate i'd advise you as a friend to not bother anymore of this" peachpaw said in a soft tone

CInderpaw looked back and sighed going back over to peachpaw she sat down next to her

Echoblue frowned as she had listened to everything

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January 28th, 2023, 11:53 AM

~~Bluefang~~

Bluefang felt his fur start to prick when cats started to yell. Pikestar then said that Raccoonpelt was now in RiverClan, not ShadowClan anymore, even mentioning that his own mate and adopted daughter were not from RiverClan before they died. The white-furred tomcat smiled when his mentor said that the borders would be open for anyone who wishes it live in the Clan. I like that choice.

LostInTheOrchids

January 28th, 2023, 12:12 PM

Graytail huffed. Riverclan was being so rude, she had noticed the Shadowclan scent of RaccoonPelt, but hadn't said anything,
as Pikestar would have chased him out if he was intruding. Honestly, shame on all of you. Graytail thought bitterly Oh great starclan, Pikestar is mad. her ears pricked up from their flattened position as she was looking at the group of cats gathering around RaccoonPelt. Ah, so Pikestar had let them join, that made sense. Her ears drooped as Pikestar had to mention his fallen mate and adopted daughter.

Graytail couldn't take this anymore. She hated seeing her clan even slightly divided. ``Pikestar is right! Leave RaccoonPelt alone! If he was intruding, Pikestar would have given the order to chase him away! So back off!`` She wedged her way through the mass of cats around RaccoonPelt ``I'm so sorry, Raccoonpelt, you don't deserve this`` she gestured to the mass of cats with her split, storm-gray tail.

``And All of you! Why did you have to go straight to RaccoonPelt about his Shadowclan scent, and not bring it up with Pikestar, Gingerfrost, or even one of the shields?`` She practically hissed in RaccoonPelt's defense. ``Honestly! Thank Starclan he's not in shadowclan anymore! I heard that they had recently had a murderer in that clan! And he could have been caught in their path!``

[ Pikestar mention because she was practically shouting - canineantics - RaccoonPelt mention - moonlit.x -