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Post by Frozen on Nov 18, 2020 18:17:27 GMT -5
Earthstar led the Clan back to camp, turning to face Diamondheart once he reached the center. "We need to talk about what was said," he spoke, assuming the deputy knew what he was talking about.
Shellstream let out a sigh as she padded back to camp, mentally exhausted.
Troutfang watched the others return, wondering what happened.
Glacierkit was with Frostlake.
Koipaw looked for her siblings as she returned, wanting to tell them everything.
Winterfrost didn't look too down about the gathering, glad that Hornetstrike had survived the fire.
(Thanks for the bump Mint!)
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Post by Moonblazer on Nov 18, 2020 18:34:48 GMT -5
“Yes. I was going to say the same thing.” Diamondheart nodded seriously, worry deep in his eyes. He glanced around at the cats returning to camp, and nodded to his leader. “Should we talk in your den? Or was there any announcement you wished to do first?” He asked.
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Post by Willow on Nov 18, 2020 19:10:59 GMT -5
Littleshadow padded back, standing close to Owlwhisker.
Tinypool and Stormsplash walked together, their heads hung low from the tense gathering.
Songkit and Viperkit tumbled close to the nursery.
Minnowtail watched her kits, her eyes half closed.
Skystorm was sitting alone at the edge of camp, keeping watch for the gathering patrol to return.
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Post by Frozen on Nov 18, 2020 19:15:48 GMT -5
“Yes. I was going to say the same thing.” Diamondheart nodded seriously, worry deep in his eyes. He glanced around at the cats returning to camp, and nodded to his leader. “Should we talk in your den? Or was there any announcement you wished to do first?” He asked. Earthstar thought for a moment. "I suppose it would be good to address the situation with ShadowClan, but I wanted to make it apparent that RiverClan was neutral in the matter." he spoke. "I think it's best if we talk first, though..."
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Post by Moonblazer on Nov 18, 2020 19:26:11 GMT -5
“I’m fine with that.” Diamondheart nodded his agreement, wanting more than anything to address the return of the Dark Forest. Shadowclan’s claim was in the back of his mind, his focus moreso on Meadowbrook and Shadeclaw. He nodded. “To your den then?”
“Well, at least the camp looks the same. I think some warriors even worked on it more while we were gone!” Owlwhisker tried to brighten the mood, looking over to where Foxripple was indeed pulling some fresh reeds into the Apprentice’s den.
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Post by Willow on Nov 18, 2020 20:12:43 GMT -5
Littleshadow let out a yawn, "I think I just need a nap now and then I'll feel better. That felt like the longest gathering of my life!"
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Post by Moonblazer on Nov 18, 2020 20:59:53 GMT -5
Littleshadow let out a yawn, "I think I just need a nap now and then I'll feel better. That felt like the longest gathering of my life!" "Oh! I couldn't agree more!" Owlwhisker purred, suddenly shaking a bit from the chill of the night. "I'm starting to freeze my pelt off...oh...uh, this is the part where we move our nests together, right? That's something mates do." He looked at her as though seeking approval for his guess, getting used to all of this.
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Post by Willow on Nov 18, 2020 21:19:27 GMT -5
Littleshadow purred, "We can definitely do that. We'll never be cold again!" she mewed gleefully. "I'm sure Stormsplash and Tinypool won't mind if I move my nest towards yours."
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Post by Moonblazer on Nov 18, 2020 21:28:04 GMT -5
"Let's get to it then, shall we?" Owlwhisker purred, brushing his long tail against hers warmly as he glanced towards the Warrior's den, admiring the new repairs to the walls. His clanmates sure knew how to adapt to anything! He hoped Earthstar would give them enough time to settle back in before any announcement.
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Post by Willow on Nov 18, 2020 21:52:52 GMT -5
Littleshadow trotted forward to the warriors den, slipping inside and moving towards her nest. She carefully unwove the reeds from her sibling's nests and nudged it away. "Which one is yours again?" she mewed, looking back up at him.
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Post by 🌙Moonpower🌙 on Nov 18, 2020 21:58:31 GMT -5
Ottermask slipped into camp and shook out his pelt to shake off the tension of the gathering. He thanked StarClan that the deaths of the RiverClan patrol wasn't the focus of the evening, Cedarstar managed to claim that focus for himself. He didn't particularly care that ShadowClan was claiming Fourtrees. ShadowClan knew the dangers of ambition and were on the front lines in the war against AdderClan, he trusted Northstar's former deputy to hand Fourtrees back over to neutral ground after leaf-bare. ShadowClan had been hit harder by the fire and did manage to warn them after all. No. What concerned him most about the gathering was the news of Meadowbrook and the Dark Forest in WindClan. Ottermask paused to look around the camp and he rested his gaze on the nursery. He prayed to StarClan every night that his kits wouldn't know of the full extend of the Darkness that ruled AdderClan like he did.
Eelshock stood up when the gathering patrol returned. "How did it go?" He asked anyone.
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Post by Frozen on Nov 18, 2020 22:40:17 GMT -5
“I’m fine with that.” Diamondheart nodded his agreement, wanting more than anything to address the return of the Dark Forest. Shadowclan’s claim was in the back of his mind, his focus moreso on Meadowbrook and Shadeclaw. He nodded. “To your den then?” “Well, at least the camp looks the same. I think some warriors even worked on it more while we were gone!” Owlwhisker tried to brighten the mood, looking over to where Foxripple was indeed pulling some fresh reeds into the Apprentice’s den. Earthstar nodded, leading the way to his den. Once he was inside, he sat and curled his tail around his paws. "The news about Meadowbrook is worrying." he began. "It shows that darkness is returning to the forest."
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Post by Moonblazer on Nov 19, 2020 18:27:08 GMT -5
“The one between Foxripple’s and Blackthorn’s.” Owlwhisker nodded to his mate, nudging to a small yet comfortable looking new patch of bedding. He was slender enough to only really need a fraction of most nests. “I can move mine over to yours.”
“A disaster.” Fluffpaw huffed as she padded towards Eelshock. “Shadowclan claimed Fourtrees as a hunting ground, and a Windclan Warrior killed some of her clanmates. Honestly, Earthstar should have put Cedarstar in his place...I hate having to owe them...” She grumbled quietly to him.
“It has to be Robinstar and Adderstar.” Diamondheart paced, clearly worried and bristling. “They never quit, no matter how many times they are defeated, they just...they just come back! Shadeclaw, Meadowbrook, they hid amongst their ranks for moons! Both Thunderclan and Windclan didn’t even notice, and they’re not even the clans that they’d want to suffer the most. Earthstar...Jaguar is still out there. Who else amongst us could have been tainted? Who could be next?” The deputy begged.
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Post by Frozen on Nov 19, 2020 18:31:22 GMT -5
Earthstar nodded in agreement, setting his tail on the deputy's shoulder. "I know this is distressing, but we need to think rationally," he reassured. "I am admittedly worried about Jaguar returning, but if we start accusing our own Clanmates..." he trailed off, remembering what he had done to Deadpath all those moons ago. "Last time we spoke, you were worried about some of the apprentices... have you noticed anything different now? During the gathering?" he asked.
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Post by Willow on Nov 19, 2020 18:32:28 GMT -5
Littleshadow blinked, debating which would be better, "If you want to, my nest is a bit closer to the center so it tends to be warmer." she mewed thoughtfully. "Perks of having older siblings I guess." she joked.
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Post by Moonblazer on Nov 19, 2020 18:37:41 GMT -5
Diamondheart took in a deep breath, knowing that his leader was right. Now was not the time to let panic fill him, not when he had a clan to focus on. He looked up at the older tom, swallowing. “Not too much...All I noticed were a few of them looking rather unnerved at Shadowclan’s claim, and confused at Meadowbrook’s betrayal. Nothing I would call suspicious...” He fretted. Did he miss anything?
Owlwhisker purred his agreement. “That sounds perfect. Now I’ll be warmer, and I’ll get to sleep next to you every night. That sounds like the life!”
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Post by Frozen on Nov 19, 2020 18:43:22 GMT -5
Earthstar looked reassured at that, but knew they shouldn't let their guard down. "Some of our Clanmates have been to the Dark Forest." he spoke. Despite going there, they were some of RiverClan's most loyal cats and they had managed to shake off the temptation. "We could try asking them if they know the signs. I know they visit during their sleep." he explained. Despite the Clan's dark history, Earthstar had never been there himself. He could only speak on the account of others.
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Post by Willow on Nov 19, 2020 18:45:30 GMT -5
Littleshadow padded over to Owlwhisker to help him nudge his nest towards hers. Once they were close enough, she leaned down to expertly weave them together, the two nests effectively becoming almost one. She purred, circling in her own spot before settling down, "Come join me."
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Post by Moonblazer on Nov 19, 2020 18:52:14 GMT -5
“Yes, that...that would be a good start. Making sure the younger clan members know the signs. It...Venomspirit tells me it is so easy to be manipulated by cats like them...and I remember how many cats were swayed by their words alone. I fear they will target my family.” Diamondheart admitted with a worried look.
“Don’t mind if I do!” Owlwhisker purred, slipping quickly towards Littleshadow’s side and shamelessly pressing close to her. He didn’t care much if anyone saw them, hoping they’d see what a great mate he was lucky to have. “I love you.” He purred, enjoying how nice it felt to say that.
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Post by Frozen on Nov 19, 2020 18:56:09 GMT -5
"I understand." Earthstar nodded. After all, Jaguar was the daughter of Robinstar and Adderstar themselves. Swaying her had been an easy task for the evil pair. He supposed they were more likely to target their family and descendants first, Diamondheart's kits included. He stood. "We also need to tell the Clan about Fourtrees... but to brighten the mood, I think it's time for some ceremonies."
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Post by Willow on Nov 19, 2020 19:02:21 GMT -5
Littleshadow twined their tails together with a purr. "I love you too Owlwhisker."
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Post by Moonblazer on Nov 19, 2020 19:22:46 GMT -5
“Ceremonies?” Diamondheart brightened. “Oh, that would be perfect in uplifting the clan. We could use some good news right about now.” He purred, trying to push away his fears.
Owlwhisker bumped his head gently to hers, before he admitted. “I haven’t slept this close to another cat in a long time. I missed the safe feeling...” He hesitated, remembering his sister with an aching heart.
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Post by 🌙Moonpower🌙 on Nov 19, 2020 19:38:17 GMT -5
"ShadowClan did what?!" Eelshock started at Fluffpaw in shock. "Did anyone try to stop them?"
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Post by Icefire15 on Nov 19, 2020 19:49:20 GMT -5
Hey!)
Arcticpaw had gone to her nest after the clan had returned home and was laying in it, but not asleep. She was thinking about the gathering and what exactly everything had meant. Did the Dark Forest really pose that much of a threat?
Thawfrost looked over at Orchidnight, “What do you think about all of this?” He asked her, giving her a slight nudge.
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Post by Frozen on Nov 19, 2020 19:50:12 GMT -5
"Let's go, then." Earthstar ducked out of the den, jumping onto the Reed Rock with one quick motion. "Let all cats old enough to swim gather!"
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Post by Willow on Nov 19, 2020 19:58:22 GMT -5
Littleshadow was about to answer when she heard Earthstar’s call “Well I guess we’re getting up again.” She said with a sigh.
The rest of my cats gathered
Songkit and Viperkit cheered as Minnowtail allowed them to join at the back of the crowd.
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Post by VIXENCLAW on Nov 19, 2020 20:03:24 GMT -5
Frostbrook emerged from warriors den with a yawn, blinking at her sister Paleflower. They must have just returned from the gathering.
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Post by Moonblazer on Nov 19, 2020 20:20:46 GMT -5
“I think that Windclan is in danger if they aren’t careful.” Orchidnight grumbled, her mood soured by the gathering, still a bit simmering at Ottermask for their spat. She did not look at him, focusing on Thawfrost instead.
“Nope. Earthstar said nothing, and the other leaders just let it happen.” Fluffpaw sighed, tossing her eyes softly, though annoyance was in her voice. She turned to look up at Earthstar when he called.
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Post by Icefire15 on Nov 19, 2020 20:49:41 GMT -5
Thawfrost nodded, noticing her sour mood. He was about to respond when Earthstar called the clan meeting, “Come on, let’s join the others.” He said, standing to go and join the rest of the clan.
Arcticpaw lifted her head from her nest and sighed, she had just gotten comfortable in her nest. She stood and left the apprentice den, joining the rest of the clan.
Paleeyes pushed out of the nursery at the call, looking for her mate. Stormkit and Airkit followed after their mother, bleary eyed from being woken up when Paleeyes had left the den.
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Post by 🌙Moonpower🌙 on Nov 19, 2020 21:11:45 GMT -5
Eelshock frowned heavily at Fluffpaw's words, but he remained silent to listen to Earthstar.
Ottermask had been filling Frostlake in on what happened at the gathering. She shared his misgivings about the Dark Forest in WindClan, but both of them turned to listen to Earthstar.
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