Mourning Ruins

[Kix]

Wispypaw
I make bad decisions, bad decisions
+ she/her[they/them to those she has told] + Heightened Perception [hearing, active] + Shadow fiend + Kitty softpaw t2 + Blind

Hah?! What the hell are these two talking about? Wispypaw was pretty sure they had juniper in their grasp, not those. Dumb red berries. ”Be real with me, how are these death berries, they feel and smell the same as what sleepy called for!” they griped. They of course didn’t bite down on said poisonous plant, they didn’t want to ruin any herbs they brought back if they wanted to stay in their siblings' good side. The dark paw turned in fishbites direction, from where their annoying voice grated on their ears. ”the hell do you mean red, in case you hadn’t noticed I can’t see anything!” they snapped and proceeded to wave a paw in front of their face. Dark blue eyes narrowed in pure irritation before they reluctantly put the supposed death berries down like they got told too. Guess they would be returning with only one set of herbs, maybe their sister will be happy with that.


@Spider @versailles

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[wolfie]

⸝⸝⸝ 彡 ☽ eight moons ✮ he . him ✮ shadowclan apprentice ☾ 彡 ⸝⸝⸝

huge chocolate brown tom with darker brown markings that go down his back and limbs; lighter brown underbelly and chest. has a striped tail and small, tufted ears with round, blazing golden eyes. has thick fluffy fur and a raccoon-like striped tail. he has a single tooth that overlaps his bottom lip and is commonly covered in mud. he is missing half of his right ear; smells like dirt & wood. struggles with a stutter. ⋆｡˚ ☁︎ ˚｡⋆｡˚☽˚｡⋆

꒰ #AcontiumFlowers /ᐠ - ˕ -マ ꒱

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⊱ ۫ ׅ ✧ Houndpaw had managed to stalk through the grass and pounce on a mouse and was heading back to where he had buried evidence of his escape. He felt awfully pleased with himself. The sky was beginning to lighten, but the sun hadn't quite peaked over the horizon to shine onto them. Which means it appeared he would be getting back before patrols were sent out and anyone noticed he was missing!

Alas, his freedom was short-lived. Focusing on digging up the ragged pelt and bones that still had bits of meat clinging to him, the apprentice didn't pay any attention to the sound of pawsteps approaching him from behind until Hillstrider spoke up. With a startled bark, he whirled around to face the warrior with wide golden eyes. THUMPTHUMPTHUMP. Aw heck, he was SO going to get an earful from his moms now if they found out! GAH, they wouldn't GET it.

[ Silver Tongue has been UNLOCKED & ACTIVATED ]

Houndpaw doesn't think before words start rolling off his tongue. "Nuh-uh!! My m,moms would have my p-pelt-t if I wen-t out alone!!! It-t's ag..gainst the RULES, silly!" He barked at Hillstrider as if it was something obvious, like there was an indeed a warrior nearby. Memories of whispered gossips about his ,, mom's mama? (he wasn't really sure about what da heck they had been talking) came to his mind. Tales of how she still haunted the lands, angry at uhm,.... darn-it, he never did finish eavesdropping, had he? Maybe Hillstrider believed in stuff like that, though.

So, without a second thought he blurted out -- "Miss Icey took me out to go 'n hunt 'cuz I couldn't sleep, " Houndpaw turned and dug out the remains of the vole, shoving the bones towards the warrior like it would support the fabricated story. "Plus, she was t-teachin' me how to flay! M'just waitin' for her to come back with somethin' bigger, it's hard to practice on something so,, small, " He chirped happily, tail swishing back and forth all innocently as if he wasn't covered in blood and lying his butt off. He was being ,, adaptive. That was a good thing, right? '

He couldn't help the real flash of fear that sparked across his face once Hillstrider brought up the suspect of predators, beavers specifically. His small ears pulled back, tail tucking slightly in-between his legs while he stared in dismay. "B, but-t t-there's no,, wat-ter here? No, b-beavers, ,," he spoke almost as if for reaffirmation. Other predators he hadn't met - he didn't know the damage and extent of what they could do. He had no fear within his naivety. He assumed if he did meet one of them, Houndpaw could always run or something.

Thoughts spinning, he didn't hear any sounds of rushing water. No beavers. He would continue to spin the tale instead. "Ohh,,oh nononono..... ,, D-do you th-hink somet-thin' happ-pened t-to Mis-ss Ice?" A part of him felt guilt for lying, could hear scorn in his ears but all he could focus on was the rush; the immediate rewards. To stay out within the night as long as possible, not rushing for the rush to end. "I - i dunno... how long its been.. The blood's dried.. I - we - gotta find her!! She w-went-t right the last-t time I saw her, " Houndpaw barked, and he didn't wait for Hillstrider to offer his own word of advice before he took of running in that direction.

Whoops. The night air felt nice through his fur at least.

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[Spider]

»»—— ► Fishbite| Shc | She/Her | warrior ◄——««

" - When you’re going to change the world, don’t ask for permission. - "

Fishbite squirted looking at whispys eyes Well. makes sense. BUt i dont think we shoul bring back something names the ‘Deathberry’ I dont think that would be too good for a cat to be given she said [b] glancing at the other warrior Lets head back its getting late she said hoping that wispy was smart enough to ditch the berries and not risk a dead clanmate. @versailles @Kix

[versailles]

✧ 彡 SQUIRRELRISE — ₊⊹ chill of death, hulk SMASH
⌇ ⸝⸝⸝ she/her . 21 moons ⸝⸝⸝ ⌇

small, fluffy russet and brown molly with white markings and yellow eyes . scars running down back, over nose, and over mouth.

format inspired by wolfie's
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squirrelrise lets out a soft sigh as wispypaw drops the berries. she nods at fishbite's comment before picking up her own herbs and following, deciding to take up the rear of the patrol.

[ @Spider @Kix ]

[Mica]

Hillstrider
ShadowClan
he/him | 31 moons
[Big fluffy orange tabby with yellow eyes]
Purrks: Heightened Perception (Hearing)
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[Houndpaw - @wolfie ]
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Hillstrider glanced over his shoulder as Houndpaw lectured him on the clan rules. Well yeah he knew that, that was why he was checking in on the dude. He had no idea who Miss Icey was supposed to be, but far be it from him to know the names of all his clanmates. "Well if you say so, little dude. But I don't see Miss Icey around, and it's not safe to hang around here alone. She shoulda taken you with her, buddy. Let's go back to camp, and once she gets the prey she can meet you, cool? She'll realize your scent leads home." Hopefully. He really hoped Houndpaw went with him willingly, because it was either that or Hillstrider waited until his peabrain realized he'd been duped, and then he'd be upset and no one wants that.

[wolfie]

⸝⸝⸝ 彡 ☽ eight moons ✮ he . him ✮ shadowclan apprentice ☾ 彡 ⸝⸝⸝

huge chocolate brown tom with darker brown markings that go down his back and limbs; lighter brown underbelly and chest. has a striped tail and small, tufted ears with round, blazing golden eyes. has thick fluffy fur and a raccoon-like striped tail. he has a single tooth that overlaps his bottom lip and is commonly covered in mud. he is missing half of his right ear; smells like dirt & wood. struggles with a stutter & motor tics (involuntary movement). ⋆｡˚ ☁︎ ˚｡⋆｡˚☽˚｡⋆

꒰ #AcontiumFlowers /ᐠ - ˕ -マ ꒱

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····╰⪼ @Mica .ᐟ.ᐟ

⊱ ۫ ׅ ✧ Houndpaw took great joy running through the Ruins, observing the layout of the landmark. Eventually his limbs would tire and the familiar area would appear once more. He turned to Hillstrider with a big huff, "I k-know so, " he corrected curtly, but nonetheless surrendered. He had his fun. "B-but I gueeesss you're right.. I d-dunno where she c-could've gone, tho, it's not nice to leave cats out in the d-dark!" He whined, continuing to go along with his tall tale. It was funny!

Houndpaw would picked up his newfound trinkets and give an affirmative nod. "Home, now, " He mewed in a muffled voice before beginning to trot back happily to camp.

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[Rudie]

- Honeycomb -

He/ Him / 23 moons / Deaf Shadowclan warrior
Purrks: Heightened Perception [Smelling] [Pernament]

The golden warrior makes his way to the ruins. Honeycomb is somehow reassured from the recent shock of being assigned as the patrol leader, and therefore he's currently being his typical, motivated self. He is very willing to do anything for the clan – no matter how much his hearing loss pressures himself and his warrior duties. He promised once to make his homeclan proud, and so it has been fulfilled. For now, at least.

Honeycomb shoulders to his patrol members to take a short glance before he completely twirls to the faces of Elkmane and Adderpaw. He would not enjoy this, but he releases another soundless exhale before moving forward with his gestures and clear lip-movements.

Lady’s mantle, Mallow. Got it?

He points to the warrior first, and gestures them to the left spot to harvest the needed herbs.

He then does the same to the apprentice, but only encourages them to collect at the right place instead.

Honeycomb lastly points to himself and directs to the spot behind the three.

His gesturing comes to a halt to wait for them to respond. A nod or a head shake will do enough, just in case they could understand from what he was trying to express. Man, leading a patrol isn't as easy as he can imagine.

@Fenn / @burntToast

[sleepyyjax]

Newtbelly
he/him | 25 moons
Agatha Kitty, Shadow Fiend, Killer Aptitude T2, Kitty Softpaws T1
ShadowClan Enforcer

header: @/daragca

Shadepaw nodded - he had to fight the urge to breathe a sigh of relief. Newtbelly was always happy to train apprentices, but he'd gather a lot more prey if he wasn't giving lessons. Bramblepaw arrived quickly enough, and he gave a nod to the apprentice. Then, Shadepaw spoke again, "mhm," is all he responded with. He'd wait a few moments more, it hadn't been too long - speaking of, there she was. They were all ready to go. "Shall we?" He motioned with his tail, exiting the camp.

Since the run in with that fox, he'd visited the Mourning Ruins plenty of times, so it was beginning to phase him less and less. It was still one of the things that came to his mind when they arrived, but maybe not the first. He scented the air. Prey was plentiful today. Good. He didn't think he needed to say it with these apprentices, but he often made sure too, just to be safe, "'paws, don't stray too far, and give me a shout if you see anything weird." Imagine if he didn't say anything one patrol, and an apprentice went missing? He'd be in for it.

With a quick stretch, he went on his way, following the tantalising smell of mouse. He crept round a corner of the dishevelled den, crouching low as the scent got stronger. It was around here where they'd cornered that beast, wasn't it? A mouse skitted out, from behind a bush. Suppose he was the beast now. He waited, watching the creature stop to dig at something, then pounced. Claws met fur, and with a quick bite, it was dead. Thanks for your life, little creature. You'll make a fine meal for someone.

He buried it carefully, then went to search for his next catch. There were definitely more mice nearby. He sniffed the ground, settling on the trail. Couldn't be far. The calico crept along carefully, and soon enough it was in his sights. A plump brown mouse. He sprung forward, and like the other one, it was quick. He silently thanked it for its life, and placed it in the hole alongside the other. At least one more would be good. He scented the air once more. Hm. Plenty of prey remained, he just needed to find it.

The tom wandered along a little further, constantly smelling the air, remaining downwind. Was he just unlucky? Then, he saw it. He crouched low, staring. A squirrel. Fast as he could, he lept forward, jaws fastening on its neck. Thanks for your life, weird creature of the trees. You'll be yummy. He carried it over to his pile, and sat down briefly, gazing about the place. He probably had time to get one more catch - the rest of the patrol would be wrapping up soon. Sniff. Sniff sniff. Another squirrel. Hmm. He blended into the shadows, waiting for it to appear. A little time passed and he wondered if it was a losing game - but eventually, he saw it. Clambering down one of the old den walls. He dashed forward, paw reaching it in an instant. Then he bit down, quick as possible to avoid causing any kind of necessary suffering, This would do. He headed back to his prey pile, and collected them up. It was certainly a mouthful. Now he'd wait for the others to come back.

[+ 2 Mice +2 Squirrels]

@Luna16 @snowflake. @Marigoldwhisper

[burntToast]

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She/her | Shadowclan kit | 8 moons ( +1 every 5th )
“I wish I knew where to find my words so I could speak and be heard.”
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TW: character often has intrusive thoughts
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˖✿˚⋆Adderpaw hadn't been put on patrols before but that never stopped the brown braided tabby from sitting outside the apprentice den and listening to the patrols being called. you're going to miss a patrol and get exiled!, those thoughts however irrational they were, always shouted at her and forced her out of her nest and into the clearing every single day. Today it's seemed to pay out as her name was called for a herb gathering patrol. Adderpaw listened to the words being said by the medicine cat and repeated it in her mind after they had been said. Lady's mantle, a low growing plant with broad leaves- you're going to mess it up and get someone killed -Mallow has round and fuzzy pale green- You're going to forget and everyones going to think you're dumb!- leaves. Once she'd repeated it enough times she slowly stood up and hesitantly joined the two warriors that had been assigned to the patrol too. She dipped her head greeting not trusting herself to speak correct so she didn't say a word.

˖✿˚⋆For the entire walk to the mourning ruins, Adderpaw kept to herself only repeating what she'd been told. When the patrol leader came to a stop he turned towards her and the other warrior. The way the patrol leader communicated was odd but Adderpaw didn't mind it. At least she did have to speak herself. She nodded showing she understood. The patrol leader, uhm Honeycomb! Yes, that's it. They gestured her towards the right which probably meant she should search there.

˖✿˚⋆Adderpaw went in the direction she had been instructed to and then proceeded to search through the flora.

ROLL: 8 successful!
ROLL: 2 found
˖✿˚⋆She almost immediately found what she assumed to be: lady's mantle. What did miss sleepy say it looked again? Broad leaves? Low growing? your going to pick the wrong thing and kill someone in the long run- Adderpaw shook the thought out of her head and picked two anyway, she would just have to show it to the two warriors to check if this was the right thing. There was no harm in that right? WRONG

ROLL: 19 fail

ROLL: 16 fail

ROLL: 15 fail

ROLL: 9 succes!
ROLL: 2 found
˖✿˚⋆I took her much longer to find mallow but when she did she only managed to collect two. Once again she doubted if this was the correct plant. Hopefully it was, she didn't want to be the case of someone's death or to upset Miss Sleepy. She picked up these herbs as well, noting that the mallow was quite pretty, and returned to the rest of the patrol

{ @Rudie ; Honeycomb | @Fenn ; Elkmane }