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Post by lazy penguin on Apr 12, 2020 21:54:46 GMT -5
Paleshade woke in the warriors den, just as the sun peeked out over the horizon. Of course, he didn't leave his nest until much later- a warrior as skilled as he could afford a few moments of beauty rest. Yawning he got to his feet, the commotion of camp finally enough to draw him out of the den. Of course everyone out and about was boring- all except his love.
Acorntuft had just reached the entrance to the den, and while she looked mildly annoyed, she still looked breathtaking to him. The permanent queen was the prettiest cat in the clan, and had a matching personality so radiant, even Paleshade was surprised when she took notice of him. And he was generally better than his boring clanmates- he was used to cats noticing him.
He still missed her presence in the warrior's den, but if Acorntuft wanted to spend her night in the nursery- he wasn't going to stop her. She had taken on one of the hardest jobs in the clan, and somehow still managed to face each day with a smile. Or, at least most days.
Walking over to the nursery, he let out a purr as he approached. "Acorntuft, my love, you look... bored?" It was a guess, but since things had been relatively quiet in terms of nursery business, he figured it was a logical one.
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Post by kiwi cheesecake on Apr 12, 2020 22:13:12 GMT -5
Acorntuft xx lazy penguin Aah... Paleshade. Not exactly the kind of visitor she had been expecting, but it wasn't wholly unwelcome either. As her mate approached, Acorntuft gave him a wide smile, only wincing slightly at his pet name this time. 'My love' was probably the worst name he could have chosen, but she wasn't going to say anything about it.
"I am, a little," Acorntuft admitted, rising slowly to her paws to greet Paleshade. "Sometimes it gets awfully boring in there. Not that Foxfrost isn't good company, but... she lacks a certain something." A playful tail flick. Sometimes Acorntuft wished she did spend the night in the warrior's den. Usually she would if there weren't any Queens, but. Well. Foxfrost. Ancestors, why are all my troubles circling around to her? Acorntuft thought, shaking her head. She's not a bad cat. Not really.
"Ah, hey, while you're here, do you want to go hunting or something?" Acorntuft asked, eyes lighting up. "It doesn't have to be crazy or anything, just something to get me moving." Hopefully Paleshade didn't say no. Not that he usually did. Paleshade usually let Acorntuft do whatever she wanted within reason, and she didn't push herself too hard.
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Post by lazy penguin on Apr 13, 2020 10:30:44 GMT -5
"I'd love to. Amberfire didn't assign me to any patrols today so I have nothing but downtime," He was only slightly annoyed by the fact that his deputy didn't feel like the clan needed him to feed their bellies or defend their borders- and the fact that he finally had time to spend a day with his mate all but made up for the offense.
"Was there any place in particular you wanted to hunt?" he asked, trying to keep his tone casual. While he didn't agree with his clanmates' notion that Acorntuft should be kept locked up in camp- he didn't want to take her anywhere particularly dangerous. But he also didn't want to make her feel like she didn't have a choice either. Knowing her she'd probably go to the 'extremely dangerous do not go here' place just to spite him.
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Aroace
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Pineclaw
Pronouns: He/Him or They/Them
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Post by Pineclaw on Apr 13, 2020 11:48:37 GMT -5
With a quiet laugh they grabbed a fish too. What Snowstep had said was kinda true. In just one morning Silenthowl had spent more time actually interacting with their clanmates than in the entirety of the past two moons. Or at least with clanmates who didn't know the truth about Breezelight's death. It was good to know they wouldn't need to be wary around Snowstep and Vixenheart. Silenthowl was still busy eating their fish when Snowstep asked them if everything was okay. They quickly glanced around to make sure that no one was close enough to overhear them. What were they supposed to say? Telling the truth was no option. Not if there was a chance that Thunderlight would find out. They didn't want to get on their leader's bad side for now. Maybe one day, when they were completely sure whether supporting Thunderlight back then had been the right choice or not. But more than that, they didn't want to drive their new friends away by admitting that they had watched Thunderlight without even trying to interfere. And worse, that they had agreed with their leader's actions. Silenthowl was convinced that the other two wouldn't be so accepting of the tabby if they knew that. They didn't really want to answer but they also couldn't just ignore her question. "I hope so," they muttered, quietly enough that Snowstep and Vixenheart maybe didn't even hear them. A little louder and more cheerful they said "I just have a lot on my mind lately. It's probably not even something worth worrying about. Thanks for asking, though. What about you two?"
To their relief Foxfrost chose that moment to come over. They acknowledged her with a nod and a polite smile.
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Post by Aphelyon on Apr 13, 2020 12:20:09 GMT -5
The russet she-cat gave a purr with Silenthowl great to hear that they wanted to hang around her. She smiled happily about so say something when she heard her sister's voice behind her. She jumped a bit and looked up at her. "Hey Foxfrost how are you?" she asked happily. She enjoyed her littermates company and wondered how she was doing, she then realized her question. "Oh, our hunt was great! How was your day?" She looked up at her littermate with a purr. Her tail wagged a bit and then she waited for her sister to tell her.
{Sorry for the short reply I'm playing DND} Foxfrost let out a purr. "Good to know the prey is running well!" She paused for a moment, seeming to think. "It's been... I haven't gone out yet today," she admitted. "I actually wanted to talk to you about something if you have a moment." She glanced over at the other two uncertainly. It wasn't a problem if they heard, but she wanted her sister, and then Thunderlight, to be the first to know before the news got to the rest of the Clan. And besides, she was still worried and uneasy about the whole thing- excited, but afraid- despite Minkfur's reassurance that everything should be fine this time.
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Post by ʙєωɪᴛᴄʜɪηɢ ηɪɢʜᴛѕʜαɗє ~ ~👻 on Apr 13, 2020 13:18:02 GMT -5
Vixenheart | Camp | Foxfrost & Silenthowl & Snowstep | Aphelyon & Pineclaw & @stitchlover20
The russet furred she-cat looked at Froxfrost with concern. "Is everything okay?" She then looked at Silenthowl and Snowstep and then thought that this might be a private issue. She then looked back up at her littermate. "Do you want to talk to me in private?" she asked. She felt bad she knew that Snowstep had some concerns about Silenthowl and then she looked at the two. And to be honest she did too but she didn't want to press on the other cat. Silenthowl would talk to us when they're ready she thought in her head. However she did look at the other two before rising up to her paws. She looked over at Snowstep and agreed with her concerns and signaled her with a nod.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 13, 2020 15:05:27 GMT -5
Snowstep / Camp / Silenthowl Pineclaw, Vixenheart ʙєωɪᴛᴄʜɪηɢ ηɪɢʜᴛѕʜαɗє ~ ~👻, Foxfrost AphelyonSnowstep had about to question more on Silenthowl's behavior before Foxfrost walking over. She smiled a bit at the warrior, feeling a bit nervous whenever their leader's mate came into the picture. She didn't want her to think they weren't being helpful in camp and tattle to Thunderlight about them. Foxfrost didn't seem the type to do that, but you never quite know with some cats. Vixenheart had been really nice to both of them and really hope the two sisters were a lot alike in kindness wise. "You can go and talk with your sister if you need to," she mewed to Vixenheart. "We can always chat later or do something else." She wondered what the she-cat had to tell her sister and wished she had a sibling to talk to whenever.
"I guess it's just the two of us then." Snowstep took another bite out of her fish and blinked slowly at Silenthowl. They didn't seem like to enjoy much company and had always been soft spoken as a warrior. She remembered how they were a lot more loud as an apprentice and wished she knew what happened to change them. Leopardfur / Camp / Sagebranch Taiyou"Just because nothing has happened doesn't mean we can't make something exciting happen!" Leopardfur chirped happily before sitting down in front of her. He curled his paws around his paws lightly to make himself comfortable. "I thought it might be fun to go out and patrol around the borders to see if anything crossed the markers." He's been more suspicious about their neighboring clans for no reason in particular, but had a feeling something may happen during this week if they weren't on top of it. He felt disappointed for not being chosen to be on a patrol and wanted to do something while waiting to get on the next ones later in the week.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 13, 2020 15:14:59 GMT -5
Time Skip Details
Hey everyone! The time skip will take place this Friday the 17th and this will allow everyone to finish the patrols created or have made connections in the clan. I won't be making new patrols since I'm sure not all of them have been finished and it will be nice for them to be done for interactions.
I'll be making a time skip post which will include some important roles that needs to be taken if anyone is interested! First, I need to have young apprentices and kits who will be training pretty young due to Thunderlight's severe unease in the clan. This may end up with these cats dying due to overworking or other cats in the clan rising up to make him stop. Second, I will need cats to become ill from an unknown illness and can cause them to die if anyone wants that to happen. A patrol will be secretly made behind Thunderlight's back and the medicine cat will have a vision that the herb which can save these cats are in GrottoClan's territory. Thunderlight refuses to ask help from another clan which is why the patrol is made. They will go to the clan and hope to get some (the outcome depends on GrottoClan's cats lol). Third, I need cats who are on Thunderlight's side while also opposing him which causes a rift in the clan and Thunderlight may start banishing those who won't follow his orders.
The time skip will be 3 moons which can affect apprentices depending on their age. If anyone doesn't want their apprentice to become a warrior too soon, please let me know and I'll reduce their age to make sure they aren't a warrior then. Please make any updates to your forms since war has gone on for 3 moons and I'm sure your cats will have changed whether it's their personality or views on the clan.
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Aroace
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Post by Pineclaw on Apr 13, 2020 15:27:24 GMT -5
(RiftClan living up to its name, I see. Anyway, gotta start thinking about how the war affects Silent and Ember. As an elder Embermask might have a hard time after the timeskip, what with Thunderlight becoming worse.)
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Post by Falconwing on Apr 13, 2020 15:28:07 GMT -5
Sounds good
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Post by lazy penguin on Apr 13, 2020 15:54:12 GMT -5
Ope I have Stagheart who was going to be pretty loyal to Thunderlight. I also believe Coniferpaw would be a warrior and she'd be pretty loyal to her clan/leader. Berryjump could be part of the group who goes to GrottoClan, maybe? And any of my cats are down for getting the sickness.)
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Aroace
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Post by Pineclaw on Apr 13, 2020 16:36:04 GMT -5
"Yeah, go talk to her," they meowed with a smile. It wasn't like this was the only time the three of them could spend time together, after all. They took a few more bites out of their fish and nodded at Snowstep's observation. "Do you think Amberfire will send us on any patrols today or was our hunting-trip enough?", they asked jokingly. The three of them had left camp before Amberfire had made any announcements, after all. But despite their light-hearted words Silenthowl didn't really like the thought of having to join another patrol. At least today they didn't want to deal with other groups, especially not after starting to befriend Snowstep and Vixenheart.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 13, 2020 16:36:43 GMT -5
(RiftClan living up to its name, I see. Anyway, gotta start thinking about how the war affects Silent and Ember. As an elder Embermask might have a hard time after the timeskip, what with Thunderlight becoming worse.) Haha, I know right? xD I was thinking maybe he has the elders also do intense work since he thinks everyone should do something which can lead to implications to them.)
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Post by Deleted on Apr 13, 2020 16:37:13 GMT -5
{ I have quite a few characters in this Clan, so I'm cool with making one or two get sick. I also have an elder now, who might die with Thunderlight becoming harsher.
ʙєωɪᴛᴄʜɪηɢ ηɪɢʜᴛѕʜαɗє ~ ~👻 Maybe Wolfshadow and Vixenheart can have a litter that gets apprenticed too early later on? I'm honestly fine either way, but it could be interesting for the plot, especially since Wolfshadow is Thunderlight's brother and this would drive them apart. } Nice! Honestly, having Wolf and Thunder against each other would be pretty interesting.)
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Post by Deleted on Apr 13, 2020 16:37:33 GMT -5
Ope I have Stagheart who was going to be pretty loyal to Thunderlight. I also believe Coniferpaw would be a warrior and she'd be pretty loyal to her clan/leader. Berryjump could be part of the group who goes to GrottoClan, maybe? And any of my cats are down for getting the sickness.) That would be awesome! )
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Aroace
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Pineclaw
Pronouns: He/Him or They/Them
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Post by Pineclaw on Apr 13, 2020 16:41:56 GMT -5
(Is that why you chose the name? xD And I like that idea. So elders will have to hunt and fight, too? Or does he have other tasks for them?)
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Post by Deleted on Apr 13, 2020 16:44:00 GMT -5
Snowstep / Camp / Silenthowl PineclawSnowstep finished her fish as she listened to Silenthowl ask about the possibility of being placed on another patrol. She began licking her paws, thinking about having to go out again when they had just finished their fishing trip. "If she does we can always tell her we did our fair share," she suggested after finishing the quick grooming. "I doubt they want to overwork us and I can tell cats will appreciate the fish we brought." Cats get grumpy when the fresh kill pile isn't stocked up and it effects the entire clan if no one is well fed. They brought back enough fish for a few cats to even share amongst themselves. If she really had to go back to hunt then she would be more than happy to even if she's tired at the moment.
Snowstep gazed past Silenthowl where their leader sat in the shadows of camp, staring directly at them. "I think you have a fan," she joked lightly as she nodded towards Thunderlight. Even she had to admit the black tom had been acting differently ever since Breezelight died and wondered if the death caused a lot of emotional damage to the tom. Her ears swiveled towards the direction of Foxfrost and Vixenheart, thinking they might be discussing her mate's strange behavior.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 13, 2020 16:45:21 GMT -5
(Is that why you chose the name? xD And I like that idea. So elders will have to hunt and fight, too? Or does he have other tasks for them?) I honestly chose it because it sounds cool XD I think maybe they would have to fight or guard the camp? His excuse would be they're more experienced so they can protect the clan a lot better than some warriors)
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Aroace
#90ec86
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Pineclaw
Pronouns: He/Him or They/Them
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Post by Pineclaw on Apr 13, 2020 16:55:59 GMT -5
(Is that why you chose the name? xD And I like that idea. So elders will have to hunt and fight, too? Or does he have other tasks for them?) I honestly chose it because it sounds cool XD I think maybe they would have to fight or guard the camp? His excuse would be they're more experienced so they can protect the clan a lot better than some warriors) (Can't blame ya, RiftClan sounds awesome after all xD I was thinking that Thunderlight might want them to lead an attack or two since they have more knowledge in terms of fighting-skills and strategy. But guarding the camp might be the better option. At least for Thunderlight's "sanity" since I don't think he wants to give the elders any power. By the way, is RiftClan still doing the Wall of Warriors tradition after the timeskip? They have to travel to the peak, after all, and SummitClan won't be happy about that. Or does Thunderlight insist on it because they have to go through SummitClan's territory?)
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Post by Hawkeyes258 on Apr 13, 2020 18:17:45 GMT -5
(I don't mind making a apprentice or two and maybe a throw away cat that could die in the conflict)
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Post by Falconwing on Apr 13, 2020 19:16:20 GMT -5
《I've got my Minkfur (Medi Cat) open if anyone wants to interact her I also want to make either a warrior or apprentice for here, is there any specific spots that might need to be filled so I can make a character to speck》
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Aroace
#90ec86
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Pineclaw
Pronouns: He/Him or They/Them
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Post by Pineclaw on Apr 14, 2020 9:08:24 GMT -5
Silenthowl Camp /Snowstep @stitchlover20
"I guess I could join another hunting patrol later," they meowed after they had finished their fish. "As long as I don't have to hunt squirrels. No one wants to see that." Their skill in squirrel-hunting wasn't exactly something to brag about and anyone who had ever seen him trying to catch one could confirm it. But since there was plenty of other prey they could hunt they weren't too bothered by it. They followed Snowstep's gaze at her joking comment and froze. When did he get here? Not knowing where to look they just lowered their gaze, hoping it would look at least somewhat respectful. It was better than returning Thunderlight's stare for he could see it as a challenge. And definitely better than quickly looking away because it could make their leader think they were feeling guilty about something. Thunderlight didn't look too happy but than again he pretty much never did and Silenthowl knew they had done nothing wrong by joining Vixenheart's hunting-patrol. But maybe Thunderlight didn't want them to be around other cats too much. So what? I'm allowed to make new friends, they thought. After a few seconds they turned back to Snowstep, trying to look normal. "That's too bad. He's not my type," they joked, hoping the she-cat didn't notice the tremble in their voice.
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Post by Aphelyon on Apr 14, 2020 11:45:10 GMT -5
Vixenheart | Camp | Foxfrost & Silenthowl & Snowstep | Aphelyon & Pineclaw & @stitchlover20
The russet furred she-cat looked at Froxfrost with concern. "Is everything okay?" She then looked at Silenthowl and Snowstep and then thought that this might be a private issue. She then looked back up at her littermate. "Do you want to talk to me in private?" she asked. She felt bad she knew that Snowstep had some concerns about Silenthowl and then she looked at the two. And to be honest she did too but she didn't want to press on the other cat. Silenthowl would talk to us when they're ready she thought in her head. However she did look at the other two before rising up to her paws. She looked over at Snowstep and agreed with her concerns and signaled her with a nod. "Yes, if you don't mind. It's nothing to worry about," she added quickly, once again glancing at the other two. She padded away, dipping her head again in goodbye to Snowstep and Silenthowl, and flicked her tail for Vixenheart to follow. Once they were a decent distance away from everyone else, in a slightly visible part of camp, she turned to her sister again. She let out an anxious breath before exclaiming: "I'm expecting kits!" Her tone was bright and excited, but her eyes shone with fear- not with fear of having kits again, those she so desperately wanted, but the fear of losing them again. She kneaded the ground a bit nervously; it didn't matter how much the medicine cat reassured her that this time there should be plenty of food and supplies to carry a healthy litter, until they were here and at her belly, alive and purring, she wouldn't believe it. "You're the first to know, besides Minkfur," she meowed. "I haven't told Thunderlight yet."
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Post by Aphelyon on Apr 14, 2020 11:46:07 GMT -5
(I can go ahead and make a couple more cats as "throw aways" for plot. Like, not to just yeet directly into death, but that I won't mind killing off or badly injuring later for dramatic purposes XD)
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Post by kiwi cheesecake on Apr 14, 2020 12:02:46 GMT -5
Acorntuft xx lazy penguin Acorntuft paused, tilting here head. She cursed that her brain didn't run fast enough. Maybe then she would have been able to make a good joke right now. No, Paleshade deserved honesty. "Maybe out around the Glowing Meadows?" the she-cat offered, giving her chest a quick lick. "I bet the flowers are coming in beautifully this time of year."
That was a bit of a trip, though. Maybe Paleshade wouldn't like her going out that far? "Ah, but we can just hunt around camp too," Acorntuft added, shaking her head. "I just want to get out of the camp itself."
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Post by ʙєωɪᴛᴄʜɪηɢ ηɪɢʜᴛѕʜαɗє ~ ~👻 on Apr 14, 2020 19:22:33 GMT -5
Vixenheart | Camp | Foxfrost | Aphelyon |
The russet warrior was static to hear her sister is carrying kits. "I'm glad to hear you're expecting," she purred and she noticed her sister's worry and understood. "I'm sure it'll be okay," she said trying to reassure her. She nuzzled her with happiness and wanted to try and make her feel better. "I'll help you whenever you need it." She gave her a quick nuzzle before asking her, "so when do you want to tell Thunderlight?" she asked. She hoped she wasn't getting too personal but she was really excited. She was excited for her sister and Thunderlight. Vixenheart hoped that his sour mood would improve and he can be happy instead of being all mopey.
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Post by Aphelyon on Apr 14, 2020 20:08:51 GMT -5
Vixenheart | Camp | Foxfrost | Aphelyon |
The russet warrior was static to hear her sister is carrying kits. "I'm glad to hear you're expecting," she purred and she noticed her sister's worry and understood. "I'm sure it'll be okay," she said trying to reassure her. She nuzzled her with happiness and wanted to try and make her feel better. "I'll help you whenever you need it." She gave her a quick nuzzle before asking her, "so when do you want to tell Thunderlight?" she asked. She hoped she wasn't getting too personal but she was really excited. She was excited for her sister and Thunderlight. Vixenheart hoped that his sour mood would improve and he can be happy instead of being all mopey. Foxfrost let out a halfhearted purr, glad at her sister's reassurance. She was sure she would never have recovered from the loss of her last litter if she hadn't had her sister and her mate by her side, and she was glad she could still rely on them now. Even if Thunderlight had been a bit busier and a little more distant ever since Breezelight's death.... but that didn't matter right now, she thought sternly. He's Clan leader so he can ensure a good future for our kits, and he'll do the best he can, in his own way.
Pushing aside her uncertainties for now, she instead twitched her whiskers at Vixenheart's question. "As soon as I see him, and we can have a moment in private," she answered matter-of-factly. "I just happened to find you first. Minkfur only just confirmed it. Speaking of Thunderlight, have you any idea where he is today? I haven't seen him since this morning."
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Post by lazy penguin on Apr 15, 2020 13:22:41 GMT -5
"Alright, that makes sense," Conferpaw replied, her voice betraying a hint of hesitance. She knew that she would be made a warrior in just a few moons- and while she wouldn't let anything stop her, she also knew that being made a warrior meant less practice and more action. She wouldn't be able to develop her skills much further after that.
She wasn't even a bad fighter- she was just average. But no warrior ever gained respect from hunting patrols- no you grew in importance based on the battles won, the acts of brilliance and bravery while locked in combat. And Coniferpaw wanted so badly to be important- or at least important for any other reason besides her family.
I wonder how Rosepaw is doing with her training, she thought, before shaking the question out of her brain. Despite what everyone believed- that she-cat would never be her sister. They might have shared blood, but how could anyone expect her to welcome the cat who ruined her life into her home.
Shaking her head, she turned to face Wolfshadow, finding a new bitter energy flowing through her veins. "No, we might as well start off with sparring and then work from there. It's not like I'm going to have time to run through battle moves before a fight."
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Post by lazy penguin on Apr 15, 2020 13:44:31 GMT -5
"No, the Glowing Meadow sounds perfect," he purred, brushing his tail against her back. "It'll be very colorful there, and if the flowers are blooming- they'll be plenty of prey." Plus- it was just always beautiful, the perfect place for a relaxing hunt with his mate.
Heading towards the exit of camp, he turned back to Acorntuft. "Did you need to check in with anyone before we leave?"
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Post by kiwi cheesecake on Apr 15, 2020 14:11:37 GMT -5
Acorntuft xx lazy penguin "Ah..." Acorntuft paused. Did she need to check in with anyone? It wasn't uncommon for her to leave camp for short periods of time, and it wasn't like she was going somewhere on her own. Paleshade should be good enough. "No, I think I'm good," she said, purring quietly. "Shall we get moving then? Or did you have someone you needed to speak with?"
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