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Post by cloudheart on Feb 18, 2020 21:07:14 GMT -5
Jasminestar with Doeshine
It wasn't something that happened often, but Jasminestar found themselves speechless. They opened their mouth thinking something wise and comforting would come out. Then closed it. They'd never thought of Doeshine as anything but wonderful and selfless. The most caring cat they'd had the pleasure of knowing for less than a moon. True getting pregnant when your home life is already iffy and then going to the streets with your young son was probably not the best decision, but..well it worked out for the two in the end. Still not sure what to say, the larger cat moved to sit pressed against the queen. They carefully laid their chin on Doeshine's head and let out a rumbling purr while they racked their brain for words. Finally, it clicked. "There's nothing saying you couldn't be a mother to an entire group of cats," they mused.
Berrystorm with Tawnyfur & Co.
Still in complete awe, Berrystorm gave a slow nod. "They will be the greatest whatever they want to be," she agreed. This was the closest she'd ever been to kits before. She shifted her wide gaze to the new mom whilst slowly scooting a little closer. The small cat took her time, waiting for the moment Tawnyfur told her she was close enough. Even though she was excited she knew better than to overwhelm the younger cat. That being said, she was fighting the urge to reach out and poke one of the kits.
Lionfire with Eaglestep
Giving a toothy grin, Lionfire led the way out of camp. "Alriiight! Adventure," he mrrowed as he turned his head to look at Eaglestep. The short-legged tom would be lying if he said he was only excited about going to check out the old bear den. His newly made friend had been busy with the whole "second-in-command, make sure the clan keeps running" thing, and he was glad they were going together. He did also kind of hope they'd see a bear.
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Lycaonia
Getting Better, but Very Tired.
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Post by Lycaonia on Mar 3, 2020 17:50:53 GMT -5
((*Slinks back in* You saw nothing, I've been here the whole time... Also, I'm not fussed about you touching anything Cloud. And Shadow'd be glad to Mentor whoever you want. He just thinks Cinder has spirit and it amuses him XD))
Doeshine
Doeshine snuggled further into Jasminestar's fluffy pelt, grateful for the warm, rumbling purrs as she clenched her eyes shut against her own mind. Begrudgingly, she couldn't stop her owns purrs starting to echo in her chest, the comfort drawing them out of her despite her sadness. Only for them to abruptly cut off in confusion. 'What on earth does that mean?' She thought, quirking a confused look at Jasminestar. Her head tilted, silently asking for them to elaborate.
Foxwhisper and Shadowfrost
"He is nice," Foxwhisper confirmed, seeming to get cheerier as the neared the Camp, ignoring the snort of derision from in front of them, "But most of the Clan don't have quite as prickly an outer shell to get through first. Mama'll take to you both, I'm sure." His tail flicked for a moment, thinking. "I'll introduce you around once you meet Jasminestar," His small smile was encouraging, "You'll like most of 'em. No doubt."
Shadowfrost paused ahead of them, holding up him tail to stop them as he leaned down. "Just missed Lionfire and Eaglestep," He grunted, taking in the scent. Relaxing, he slipped in through the mass of ferns. Striding forward, Foxwhisper lifted the ferns out of the way, motioning Frost and Cinder inside.
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Post by cloudheart on Mar 19, 2020 17:34:49 GMT -5
((I'm about to be on here more I think, kind of picked the wrong time to leave a job that wasn't gonna shut down for a cooking job that's gonna close for tentatively two weeks =w= ))
Berrystorm with Tawnyfur & Kits
The quietest gasp left Berrystorm as she looked up at the younger cat. Her tail lashed wildly for a moment, slamming against the bracken wall once before she stilled it. "Sorry," she murmured while scooting close enough to touch the kits. The small cat was still cautious as she reached out and gently prodded the darkest of the wiggling bundles. She cooed as Shadekit reacted. Amber eyes shot up, sparkling at Tawnyfur.
Lionfire with Eaglestep
Processing what his companion just said, Lionfire stumbled over his paws. He looked back at Eaglestep, aghast. "Am I a joke to you?" he asked while waving the remaining half of his tail. He was, of course, teasing. There was no need for the deputy to know that at this exact moment though.
Jasminestar with Doeshine
Seeing that they weren't clear, Doeshine looking puzzled, Jasminestar tried again. "The clan could be your kits." Like they're mine, they added in thought but were too scared to say in case it sounded like a proposal of sorts. Their fur shot up in almost a comical way. "When your kits leave the nursery you could keep on watching over the young cats of the clan. I don't think there's any law that says all cats have to always be warriors." The large cat started to feel anxious and looked anywhere but at Doeshine. That's how they saw two familiar faces with two new ones. It was their turn to tilt their head as they squinted as they waited to see what was going on.
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Sparkly
Unofficial Forum President, and the unofficial patrol saint of black cats with blue eyes.
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Post by Sparkly on Mar 20, 2020 15:27:31 GMT -5
Tawnyfur giggled a little, her tail swishing back and forth contentedly. Shadekit mewed a little and wiggled lightly. "I think he likes you," She said softly. "You know, it's actually really nice to have other cats wanting to see the babies," she admitted. "It's a little less lonely this way."
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Eaglestep immediately ducked his head in shame, not making eye contact. "Whoops," He said sheepishly, smiling awkwardly. "Sorry. I just kind of... forgot, I guess? I mean, it's not like I actively remember you as the cat with half a tail, but it's not like it's not a big part of who you are, but I mean- like- just- Foxdung!" He spat, giving up on his desperate attempts to recover the situation.
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Lycaonia
Getting Better, but Very Tired.
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Post by Lycaonia on Mar 23, 2020 20:58:49 GMT -5
Doeshine
'That's an idea and a half,' Was the first thought to go through Doeshine's head as she blinked in surprise. To stay in the Nursery, even when her kits were grown? If she had been brutally honest with herself, the idea of fighting had never sat well with her. Oh, Doeshine could defend herself just fine, but attacking? But to stay in the Nursery, caring for kits and helping Queens. And nothing said she couldn't also hunt for the Clan when there was nobody but her in there or when she got a little stir-crazy.
"That sounds... Really nice actually," Doeshine meowed warmly, thinking of always having someone to care for. She beamed at Jasminestar, only to see the Leader's attention elsewhere. She perked up at the sight of her son, whose tail waved happily at seeing her.
+Foxwhisper
"Mama," Foxwhisper meowed warmly as he set his catches down and approached the pair of cats. He rubbed heads with Doeshine, before turning and ducking his head in respect to Jasminestar. "Found these two on the territory," He explained quietly, motioning to Frost and Cinder, "They seemed curious, so I brought them to see you." By this point, his throat was starting to get sore. He rarely spoke this much and it was taking it's toll, his voice gaining a bit of a rasp. Still, the young tom couldn't help but smile as he spotted Shadowfrost grabbing one of his squirrels and heading towards the Nursery.
Shadowfrost
Shadowfrost nodded to Jasminestar and Doeshine briefly, shooting one last amused glance towards Cinder before grabbing one of the fresh squirrels and heading to the Nursery, fully intending on ignoring the new meeting behind him. Instead, he slipped carefully into the new Den. His lips quirked into an involuntary warm smile, the same slightly-dopey expression that had overcome him every time he saw Tawnyfur and the new kits. "Afternoon, Tawnyfur, Berrystorm," He rumbled deeply, padding towards the pair, "Sorry for interrupting, but Foxwhisper brought back some fresh prey, thought the new Ma here might want something to eat."
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Post by underthesilverpelt on Mar 23, 2020 21:38:53 GMT -5
Cinder and Frost
Entering the camp was an... Experience. A wave of cat scents hit the two and made Cinder recoil a little while Frost's eyes lit up with curiosity. Taking a glance around, it was obvious this place was home to a decent number of cats. Neither of the two have ever been within a clan's camp. They've stalked the outskirts with their rogue group and stolen prey from the territories, but they've never ventured so far within one. Seeing the crafted dens and such was very new to them.
Approaching the nursery, where two cats sat and seemed to chat, gave the two a little anxiety. They shrunk back to each other's sides, keeping an eye on the two cats. Mainly the she-cat who didn't have kits nuzzled at her belly, a sight that actually stole Cinder's attention for a brief moment.
During the moons they've been alive, neither have really seen kits, let alone newborns. Even rogues knew that having kits without proper shelter wasn't an easy task. Cinder and Frost were part of a generation born simply because the group was getting a little small and needed new fighters. After they were born to their respective parents, there was no reason to have more litters within the group. Kits were a new sight to the two. And, even Cinder had to admit, they were pretty cute.
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Post by cloudheart on Mar 27, 2020 22:35:37 GMT -5
((Nvm I bought South Park The Fractured But Whole and the only thing I've done besides play that was the dishes every morning, whoops.))
Berrystorm with Tawnyfur, Kits & Shadowfrost
When she was told that Shadekit might like her, Berrystorm squealed before gently prodding him again. Her tail was waving madly in the air when Shadowfrost joined them. Immediately the ginger composed herself as she listened to the other grown cats speak. Food, why didn't she think of bringing Tawnyfur anything like that?! Next time, she promised herself, knowing fretting over it now would be silly. Instead she dipped her head to the scarred tom before poking her head out the nursery to get a better look at the strange cats that just passed by.
Lionfire with Eaglestep
Lionfire couldn't keep in his laughter any longer, and it burst out until he lost balance and flopped to one side. Then he laughed a little more just because. Then he scrambled back to his paws as quick as he could and butted his head against Eaglestep's shoulder. "S-sorry but I couldn't resist. Cats are usually either so careful to avoid saying something to offend me or they go out of their way to make a jab. Since I've gotten here I've been treated normally, but I miss seeing shocked faces sometimes," he said before berating himself for oversharing.
Jasminestar with Doe, Fox & Newcomers
Thankful for the latest distraction, Jasminestar looked from Foxwhisper to the younger cats and back. They cocked their head to the big tree. "Good work, but it sounds like your next stop should be to Lilyfern," they suggested. After dipping their head to the red tom, Jasminestar put full attention on Cinder and Frost. The two didn't look any older than Lightpaw, probably the same age. They didn't look as well-fed though, so probably not kittypets. How long had they been out on their own, the leader wondered. The leader cleared their throat. "So young cats, where are you from?"
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Post by underthesilverpelt on Mar 27, 2020 22:45:52 GMT -5
Cinder and Frost
The leader's voice snapped them both to the present, their sharp gazes having been caught softened and directed elsewhere. Cinder's eyes steeled up the most while Frost seemed to be shakily trying to keep eye contact, yet both were equally as tense.
"Around," Cinder answered curtly, though at the same time, Frost blurted out- "Rogues."
The two glanced at each other, Cinder giving more of an exasperated glare while Frost just continued to hold an unsteady gaze on Jasminestar.
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Lycaonia
Getting Better, but Very Tired.
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Post by Lycaonia on Mar 30, 2020 18:51:38 GMT -5
((I have been playing *so much* Minecraft and World of Warcraft XD))
Doeshine and Foxwhisper
Foxwhisper ducked his head shyly, but didn't move much, only stepping off to the side. He didn't want to just leave Cinder and Frost here, feeling a little responsible for the pair now that he had brought them to the Clan. Instead, the tom sat a short distance away, smiling encouragingly at them and promising to himself that he'd see Lilyfern afterwards.
Doeshine in the meantime, sat quietly, wondering if she should move away. She didn't want to return to the nursery, wanting to give Tawnyfur some time to properly show off her kits and talk to the others. After all, soon Doeshine would have her own and they'd both be in there most of the day for a while.
She was broken from her thoughts at Frost's outburst and couldn't hold in her reaction. "Oh, you poor darlings," She clucked sadly, restraining herself from trying to cuddle them, "That can't have been easy for you." More from their reactions than the fact it was a rogue group, to be honest. Some, not many, but some rogue groups were fine. Family groups or just cats who banded together. From how skittish and defensive these two seemed though? There's was certainly not one of the good ones.
Shadowfrost
"Hn," Shadowfrost huffed, unable to help the smile that stole over his features as he glanced down at the kits, especially his namesake, "Here you are then." The tom set the squirrel down in front of Tawnyfur, brushing his nose over the tops of the kit's heads before moving away to give Tawnyfur some room to eat. "Quit yer gawkin', Berrystorm," He rumbled, amused, "They aren't likely to be headin' out anytime soon. Might even stay if it's to their likin'. You'll get to say hello once Jasminestar's done."
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Post by cloudheart on Apr 3, 2020 19:02:53 GMT -5
((My game keeps crashing after an annoying fight so now I'm done with it and glad it was on sale u_u Big note, I'm thinking the boys don't find a bear, but maybe there's another danger that they notice. We can either bring it up when they reach the cave or it can be used soon.))
Jasminestar with Frost, Cinder, Doeshine & Foxwhisper
Not too worried about Foxwhisper not immediately going for a check up, Jasminestar focused on the visitors. The air around them became suddenly more tense. The large cat looked from them to Doeshine when she spoke up. She was probably right. The leader mulled over where to place their paws next very quickly. "It sounds like you could use a safe place," they finally said.
Lionfire with Eaglestep
Looking up at the trees as he walked on, Lionfire nodded. "So long as the patrol doesn't need me to climb anything," he mused. After laughing he added, "Short legs are bad enough, but righting myself during a fall is a pretty difficult." Suddenly his nose scrunched up. He noticed they were getting close to that cave and now a foul stench was invading his senses.
Berrystorm in everyone's business
Startled by being called out, Berrystorm jumped. Her whiskers twitched as she sheepishly looked back at Shadowfrost. "Oh, right," she mewed simply and slunk back over to Tawnyfur's nest. She kept a good distance so the mom could eat in peace and looked up at Shadowfrost. "Anything interesting happen while you were out?" she asked while dangling to her tail over the litter.
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Post by cloudheart on Apr 6, 2020 18:35:34 GMT -5
((Ooooooooooooooo it would be a good time to bring them back into the active narrative. Any particular cat, or should they have set up an extra base in the den?))
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Post by cloudheart on Apr 16, 2020 20:18:35 GMT -5
((Oo yea okay. Oh what's the smell that Eagle's smelling? I think I can figure out how to respond after I know that. After one of my other posts of just discussion I remembered we had a page for this kind of thing but uhhh...I'm too lazy to move us over there ¯\_(ツ)_/¯))
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Post by cloudheart on Apr 26, 2020 17:53:45 GMT -5
((OH MAN! How was your birthday? Happy late day of your latest rotation around the sun!!))
Lionfire with Eaglestep
Following Eaglestep, the shorter cat took in a good whiff of air. He opened his mouth while his brain sorted out the scent. His bit of tail twitched when the smell clicked. Among the acrid scent of asphalt was something just as familiar to him. "Oh! This is...why are there other city cats out this far?" Confused, he took another step into the cave and sniffed at the cold ground. Lionfire looked back at the deputy, "Smells like more than one too."
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Post by cloudheart on May 7, 2020 16:36:24 GMT -5
((The only way to think about birthdays, honestly.))
Lionfire sat back to think. He wasn't sure why other cats from the city would come out here, most of the ones he knew would scrunch up in disgust at the thought of coming this far out. Finally he looked back up at Eagelstep. "I think we should wait for them, but we should see why they're out here. Could just be passing to get away from someone, we don't want to be hostile right away." If he was being honest, he was sure Jasminestar would have their hides if the leader found out they chased away cats who might be in need of help.
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Post by cloudheart on May 16, 2020 15:35:42 GMT -5
Lionfire nodded and began to look around. There really wasn't much around, a few ferns and...the tabby flattened his ears. "Let's get up that tree," he suggested flatly while gesturing to the nearest tree. There was one branch that seemed low enough for his comfort, with enough leaves to keep them covered. He didn't wait for a response before unsheathing his claws and getting a good jump start and climbing to said branch.
((I'm thinking having Matcha and maybe Chai show up since they don't look like Smog and could pass for Tawny not recognizing them as being in his gang. Long run Matcha is going to end up being a clan cat so this is how I'm going to push her in that direction, but I'm open for any other cats you want in this scene.))
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Post by cloudheart on Jun 5, 2020 22:37:52 GMT -5
Lionfire huddled close to the trunk of the tree, not at all trusting that he'd be safe on the branch. He hoped it wouldn't take long for someone to show up, and was pleasantly surprised to pick up on the low grumbling of a cat soon. Maybe there's something to this Starclan after all, he mused while peering down.
Matcha thought the plan was crazy. What were the odds that tiny little Tawny had managed to make it out into the forest, have kits and survive on her own? Or even with the help of another cat. That young cat had a way of drawing cats to her, and Matcha didn't doubt that if she ran into anyone they would've immediately taken her under their wing. But all the way out here? If it wasn't bad enough that she was sent out in the wilderness to search, Smog sent her moody sister out to make sure she stayed on task. Chai was currently upset that they had to hunt their own meals until they found the runaway, something she'd been used to not doing when humans threw out tons of trash or even left food out for them all their lives.
"Maybe it won't be so bad to eat something that hasn't been sitting in other waste," Matcha offered hopefully. When she wasn't immediately met with biting words, she glanced at her sister. Chai's brown fur was raised as she looked around.
"Whoever you are, come out," the slim cat shouted. She wasn't in the mood for this.
Eyes wide, Lionfire looked to Eaglestep. Only the smaller cat seemed hostile, but he was sure if a fight happened then the bigger cat would join. They could just run, but then they wouldn't know why these cats were here and the cats wouldn't know that they were on clan territory. Maybe it would be best if he did none of the talking, just to be safe.
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Post by cloudheart on Jun 15, 2020 20:30:08 GMT -5
Lionfire gave a blink in acknowledgement before digging his claws further into the tree.
Down below, Matcha looked around in hopes of seeing whoever her sister thought she sensed. Just as she opened her mouth to say something, a mouse scurried out from the bushes. The bigger cat put a paw over her mouth to stifle her laugh as Chai flattened her fur and glared. "You've been on edge ever since we ended up on the streets looking for Dad," Matcha sighed. Of course, that wasn't something that helped the paler cat's mood. It was a sore subject the two rarely brought up these days. Chai lashed her tail as she got closer to the tree toms were hiding in. "We've been looking for two years, with very little to go off of. I don't even know why we're still looking," she lamented while plopping down. Not immediately feeling comfortable, she shifted to her back. Her blue eyes widened and then narrowed when she noticed the odd shape of the tree branch. Realizing that her earlier aggressive tactic must've frightened these other cats, she got back to her paws and switched to a sugary approach.
"Hey, you cats up there," she called out more gently. "It's alright to come down, we don't bite.
((I'm not super happy with this post but, eh..it gets things moving.))
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Post by cloudheart on Jun 26, 2020 21:19:06 GMT -5
After a careful descent back to the glorious ground, Lionfire obeyed the silent order to hang back. He peaked at the much taller cats from the side of his friend.
With the cats in front of them now, the pale cat gave a sickly sweet smile, "I'm Chai, and this is my sister Matcha." The big cat behind her dipped her head at the toms. Chai cocked her head at them. She remembered some of the kittypets talking about some cats making a group in the forest. It seemed weird at the time, but now... "Maybe you could help us? We're looking for a cat named Badger, kinda big, black and white tom." It was a big stretch, but the lean cat figured Tawny would've at least told anyone who was helping her about Smog. She'd be wary of any cat looking for her. But if she'd made it to the forest gang and they could infiltrate then it would be easy to alert Smog and set up the retrieval. Chai had never been more happy that Matcha had brought their lost father up.
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Sparkly
Unofficial Forum President, and the unofficial patrol saint of black cats with blue eyes.
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Post by Sparkly on Jun 27, 2020 4:01:04 GMT -5
After a careful descent back to the glorious ground, Lionfire obeyed the silent order to hang back. He peaked at the much taller cats from the side of his friend.
With the cats in front of them now, the pale cat gave a sickly sweet smile, "I'm Chai, and this is my sister Matcha." The big cat behind her dipped her head at the toms. Chai cocked her head at them. She remembered some of the kittypets talking about some cats making a group in the forest. It seemed weird at the time, but now... "Maybe you could help us? We're looking for a cat named Badger, kinda big, black and white tom." It was a big stretch, but the lean cat figured Tawny would've at least told anyone who was helping her about Smog. She'd be wary of any cat looking for her. But if she'd made it to the forest gang and they could infiltrate then it would be easy to alert Smog and set up the retrieval. Chai had never been more happy that Matcha had brought their lost father up. Eaglestep frowned to himself a little, remembering a cat in the Clan that matched the description he'd been given. He couldn't tell whether these cats had malicious intent or not, but he definitely wasn't just going to lead them straight back to camp. "May I ask why you are looking for this tom?" He asked, lacing his voice with fake curiosity. "And, may I suggest that perhaps he doesn't want to be found?"
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