[Omari]

[Drizzlecloud has called for herb patrols, and if you’ve been mentioned, you’ve been placed on one of them! If you do not wish to be put on a patrol, please vm me and request to be replaced within three days of the patrols being organized. (If you want to be replaced, let me know by January 17th)

These patrols will be due by January 24th at 11:59 PM EST. If you need an extension, please let me know before then, however, you may ask for an extension up to three days after the due date (January 27th). If this is done, you may still be subject to very minor punishment (such as a scolding, as well as Drizzlecloud’s disappointment!).

Lack of communication whatsoever will result in a moderate punishment. Communication after the due date will result in a minor punishment. Communicating that you are not able to finish the patrol on time/asking for an extension will result in no punishments.

When it comes to replies, bumping someone after 48 hours with no response is acceptable, but after 72 hours you may skip their turn.

Patrol leaders, please remember to add your patrols to the patrol menu! If you do not know how, let me know, and I can add it for you.]
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Even with all of the chaos within Thunderclan as of late–it almost seemed like it would never end, at this point–duties still had to be dealt out. Herbs still needed to be stocked, especially now, during leafbare.

Patrol One: Borage and Lavender

First on her list was borage. Their herb storage had been low during the entire leafbare season, but they had absolutely nothing when it came to borage. With a flick of her tail, she seated herself in the centre of camp before she decided to call out names. “Skunkstrike [ @Tiabirb ]! You’ll be leading an herb patrol for me, as long as that’s okay with you. You’ll take Lioncrest [ @Jayvines ] and Springpaw [ @eris ] with you, as well.”

“Cattail pond is where you’re headed. I’d like for you lot to search for some borage for me. Borage flowers are purple, they usually have five petals, I believe. If the petals are droopy, that should be fine–I just want the leaves. They taste bitter, so you can give them a little nibble to check and see.” With a dismissive flick of her tail, she gave the patrol a nod. “Try to look for some lavender while you’re there, too. You might be able to find some near the edges of the water. They’re purple sprigs, with a comforting scent that’ll make you feel a bit sleepy… You may go on ahead.”

Patrol Two: Comfrey and Burdock Root

“Drizzlenight[ @Cherry~ ]!” She called on the next warrior that came to mind. “...And Redhawk[ @tallulah ], as well as Featherpaw [ @lesbianism ].”

She sent Redhawk a friendly little grin, and she offered a similar one to Drizzlenight and Featherpaw, although it lacked the familiarity of the smile that she offered to the molly. “I’d like for you three to try checking Firefly cove for some comfrey and burdock root. Burdock kind of looks like thistles they’re tall and have dark leaves, but comfrey on the other hand–it kind of looks like catmint, in a way. It smells tangy, though. It’s got these purple, dangling flowers too. No use for the flowers, though. Just looking for the leaves–and maybe the roots!”

With a wave of her tail, and a big smile on her face, she sent the group off. “Be careful!”

Patrol Three: Catmint and Cobwebs

Alright, this last one was kind of a hopeful throw. Who knows if they’d actually be able to find any catmint? “Alright, here’s a bit of a challenge. Fernwillow [ @Micanomancy ]! You’ll be taking Eggbite [ @Ladiebugg ] and Leafpaw [ @Leafy ] out in at the thunder glade to look for some catmint, if you can be lucky enough to find any.”

“It’s a bit taller, with soft leaves. It smells delicious, so you’ll have to resist the urge to munch on the leaves no matter how much it’ll make your mouth water… If you can’t seem to find any, I won’t be upset. Bring me home some cobwebs, and if you find anything else that you think I might find useful, I’d appreciate that too. Just try your best, okay?”

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[Patrol leaders, make sure to report back to Drizzlecloud once the patrol is done! ]