Settling in [p]

[Rani]

Crowtooth
Windclan Deputy | He/him | 51 Moons

Power Card: Cold Gust

A rabbit and three mice, a bit basic but good work regardless and more then proved competence. If Cal didnt try and become a ghost like so many did when Crowtooth called patrols he'd be more then welcome on them.


"Ya did real good that'll feed a good few cats today. Come one lets drop 'em back at camp on our way ta the next location. Im sure some queen will enjoy 'em an' if yer lucky some might be left fer yer meal once we're back."
That was a fairly uneventful trip, the clan seemed happy for the prey and Cal got some grins, and soon enough they were back out and heading to the last landmark before they hit the borders.

Twilight falls

A large, overgrown waterfall that flows from the cliffs, leading into a pond. Luscious evergreen covers the nearby surroundings. Prey is scarce to come by due to the loud sound of rushing water, but you can find fish swimming through the pond.. Behind the waterfall, if one dares, they might discover the sacred cave that holds many secrets. One can only ponder what the symbols carved into the wall might mean..

The falls were the most dramatic landmark in windclan by far, big and beautiful with the cascade of water hiding the cave behind and filling the pond below.


"An' heres the falls. We're plannin' on makin' it a back up camp if somethin' happens ta the real one soon but those plans were put on hold fer awhile after an..... Incident wit' some mink. Turns out the perfect back up camp in the cave behind the falls we wanted was a perfect camp fer them an' it was a whole mess gettin' rid o' them.



Aint a ton o' prey here but ya can find some drinkin' water an' theres always herbs. Careful around the water if ya cant swim but feel free ta explore."
This was the perfect location to do so after all, what with the hidden cave and the tunnels deep in it and the falls themselves a curious cat could spend a whole day here just exploring.






Buuuut Crowtooth didnt have all day and spent the time explaining some clan stuff. "Ok so basic general stuff. Queens, kits an' elders eat first. Turn up fer patrols or be punished. Leaders word is law but generally dont act like a jerk an' yer good. Leaders call a meetin' every so often ta do ceremonies/announcements an' if yer given an apprentice yer expected ta teach em all ya know. Once a moon on the full moon all clans meet up at the seastones for a night of peace an' talkin'." There was probably more but honestly in Crowtooths mind it was all pretty obvious and as long as you werent an idiot avoiding trouble was easy.


The more complex explanations would come at the borders because lord knows the other clans were the more difficult part of clan life.


@Red'fur

[Ghost of Red]

(( Swiftleap ))

* He nodded as he grabbed up all the prey and followed Crowtooth back to camp. He kept his head at a respectful level and gave nods to those that smiled at him. He looked back at Crowtooth after he dropped off the prey and followed him back out of the camp and to yet another location. This one caught his attention real quick and he had that "kit seeing the world for the first time" look. He may have been around for a bit, but he had never seen something like this. He turned to Crowtooth and sat down listening to his words about the location and how clan life in camp was. *
" Queens, Elder, and Kits first. Seems like common knowledge, but I'm assuming a bunch of cats wouldn't do that. The meetings seem expected, same for the peace on a full moon. I'll try my best to serve and protect my new home and family to the best of my abilities. Even if it comes to giving my own life. "

[Rani]

Crowtooth
Windclan Deputy | He/him | 51 Moons

Power Card: Cold Gust

Honestly for this being technically a training session/assessment it almost felt like just a casual hang out with how easy Cal was to get along with. That was rare and the overworked deputy really enjoyed that, no doubt.
"If ya 'ave that mindset already Cal Ive no doubt yer gonna grow ta be one o' the best o' us. I already see ya as a clanmate if it counts fer anythin'.


Though Im sure yer resolve will be tested at some point as windclan is not wit'out its trials."
Because the other clans did not often have Windclans moral compass.

Thunderglade/Thunderclan border

Originally named Smolderglade, this rolling field is a sea of tall grass and vibrant wildflowers. Small trees decorate the clearing, offering minimal shade to passing cats. The Thunderglade is often abundant with prey, and easily recognizable with a distinctive edge where the tree line indicates the border.

"Our first border an' the calmest is the thunderclan that borders thunderclans territory. While the sky glade has a single tree an' sunset grove has a thicket here is our only other source o' cover really.



This is 'cuz thunderclan is the clan o' dense forest, ruled by one o' the younger leaders Bumblestar. They used ta be a right disaster o' a clan an' even had ta give us a large chunk o' this border fer a crime their deputy committed. However Bumblestars got 'em under control now an' though she can be hot headed theyre the calmest clan 'sides us.


Feel free ta mark the border, yer one o' us now so borders are gonna be one o' yer duties when I call ya fer a border patrol. Even if we are friendly its always smart ta keep the scents strong."
There was some history the tom was skipping but honestly it wasnt relevant right now and if Cal wanted more details he could always go ask the elders. They'd love something to do.


@Red'fur (next time you post please make sure to mention me in the post or I do not get notified youve done so)

[Ghost of Red]

(( Swiftleap ))

* He nodded and padded after Crowtooth. He walked stride by stride and stopped when they reached the Thunderglade. He looked to Crowtooth and listened to him about Thunderclan. He nodded when he mentioned marking the border and did so quickly before he padded back over. *
" I had a grandpa of mine who found a mate in Thunderclan a long time ago. He said they were kind to him as long as he respected them and their borders. They never did find out he had kits in the clan. "
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@Rani

[Rani]

Crowtooth
Windclan Deputy | He/him | 51 Moons

Power Card: Cold Gust

Cal seemed to have a lot of kin in a lot of areas. Crowtooth supposed it made sense, cats left and joined clans all the time but still it was interesting. Nevertheless the tom shrugged, admitting "Kin in other clans aint strange really. If yer curious 'bout yer grandpa maybe ask a thunderclanner at the next gatherin', they might 'ave answers fer ya." Of all the clans Cal could make bonds with thunderclan was the most acceptable after all.


Not like the next clans.

Sedgewater Valley

Rolling hills and tall heather dominates WindClan's side of the border, and flattened forested land dotted with various undergrowth marks RiverClan's land. Sheer cliffs drop off from the riverbanks into the waters below. During leaf-bare and new-leaf, a tumble into these torrents can be deadly.

Crowtooth was notably tense approaching this border, staying far from the river as he growled out an explanation.
"Riverclan. Once upon a time we were allies but as I grew they rotted from the inside. Not long ago all clans went ta war wit' them for their constant war mongerin' wit' us an' their inability ta stop their own cats from murderin' us an' commitin' all manner o' crimes.


Theyre back from the exile we forced 'em inta and seem ta 'ave learned their lesson, but no one really trusts 'em after all they done.


Keep away from the river right now, they say there's some beast in it killin' cats which must be real dangerous given usually riverclan is the biggest beast in those waters."
Whatever those 'otters' were it'd brutally killed one windclan cat already and the tom was keen to keep that number there and not add Cal to it. The outsider better pick up the danger of both the river and creatures within and riverclan quick.


@Red'fur

[Ghost of Red]

(( Swiftleap/Cal ))

* He nodded and followed after Crowtooth. He could smell Riverclan already. He grumbled and took a couple steps back from where they were. *
" Otters... I-i... Nevermind... It doesn't matter... Story for another time. But yet again I had kin in Riverclan same as the others. I have had kin in all the clans. Which is weird now that I think about it. "
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@Rani

[Rani]

Crowtooth
Windclan Deputy | He/him | 51 Moons

Power Card: Cold Gust

The amount of kin Cal had everywhere was really weird but Crowtooth didnt comment on it bar a flick of the ear. Still, thoughts were rapidly forming and the deputy made a mental note to confer with someone later.



"Movin' on ta the last border, hope ya aint too tired yet. Dont worry, this one smells better, everyone thinks the fish smell terrible."

Whispering Wetland

Combining the edge of the moorland with the swamp, Whispering Wetlands is a sprawling mire dotted with gnarled willow trees. Their twisted branches loom over the cats below, an intimidating and shadowy presence that leaves many feeling like they're being watched. Some cats swear they can hear voices in the wind.

Finally they arrived at the wetlands, ironically the border Crowtooth knew best after all the battles he'd participated in here. Though he'd patrolled the others hed fought for every stretch of land here, and in that way the misty place almost felt like his.


"The wetlands, our border wit' shadowclan. Now I touched on 'em before but heres the basics. Shadowclan is the clan of darkness an' stealth, lead by Dawnstar the biggest meanest cat around. Theyre organized an' strict so less trouble then riverclan right now but cruel by nature. Theyre known to flay cats they kill an' take their pelts as trophies for Dawnstar.


Around my youth we were in a horrible war wit' them an' Dawnstar even kidnapped Twi an'.... Well after we got her back after moons of Twilightstar bein' gone an' Dawnstar takin' over an' tormentin' us she was missin' her eye. Most o' Twis scars are Dawnstars fault.


Shadowclan is peaceful wit' us now, we even had a brief alliance for a joint issue, but NEVER trust them. Clear?"


Waiting for a moment for Cal to acknowledge the dire warning, making certain the new windclanner knew the danger in shadowclan. Crowtooth didnt want to lose another clanmate to them after all.


"Frogs, lizards, snakes, an' such are common around here fer huntin'. Aint my taste but if ya like 'em theyre found here.




Aaaaaaaan' thats the territory! Any questions on anythin' at all Cal?"


@Red'fur

[Ghost of Red]

(( Swiftleap/Cal ))

* He nodded as he followed after Crowtooth. He sat down and listened to him. When he explained this was the Shadowclan border. He groaned and shook his head. *
" Shadowclan... They have a bad rep no matter where you've live. Even I've heard of them and I lived as a rogue for a while. No I don't have any questions Crowtooth."
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@Rani

[Rani]

Crowtooth
Windclan Deputy | He/him | 51 Moons

Power Card: Cold Gust

It did not at all surprise Crowtooth that shadowclan had just as bad reputation with rogues as they did with the clans. The rats across the wetlands seemed like they'd be happy to go after the unaffiliated cats too, just because.


All the more reason to leave this border and then make sure Cal could protect himself from them. Musing a "Doesnt surprise me, well follow me an' we can test yer battle skills an' call today a day." the tom padded off leading his clanmate a safe distance away to where they wouldnt be disturbed.


"Right, general rules fer this. I DONT expect ya ta win, its very unlikely ya will. Im a highly trained deputy wit' years o' experience an' even one o' the best among the clans so no shame if ya lose, I just wanna know yer decent enough that ya can get yerself outta trouble if needed. No claws fer this also, we're clan after all.



Other then that.... No rules, Just like a real battle!"
With that Crowtooth leapt, ears pinning playfully as he swiped with a sheathed paw at Cals face, quickly trying to scruff the other tom to pin him and end the battle before it even began.


@Red'fur

[Ghost of Red]

(( Cal ))

* He followed after Crowtooth and immediately dashed to his right quickly to dodge his "attack". He leapt over Crowtooth and tried swiping for his paw legs with sheathed paws. *
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@Rani