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Post by Foxstar26 on Sept 10, 2023 14:44:08 GMT -5
Quickwing huffed in annoyance. “For real.” She shook her head. “It was foolish, you can’t embarrass the clan like that.” She looked at Blackfire. “At least we have an alliance with Thunderclan at the moment. That gives a little assurance we don’t have to worry about them.”
Cometblaze followed after his mate when she beckoned him over to a private spot.
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Post by Moonblazer on Sept 10, 2023 15:05:42 GMT -5
Plumwillow noticed Blackfire and Quickwing moving off to talk, and she felt a flustered part of herself remind herself that there would be plenty of other times to try and talk with Quickwing. She turned instead to look across camp, a bit saddened that Frostyfoot was no longer there.
"What a mess." Buzzardfall sighed as she flopped down into her nest, peeking her eyes over at Sunfury. She mumbled to her brother. "You think that the other Clans think we're laughing stocks now? Starclan, I sure hope not."
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Post by Icefire15 on Sept 10, 2023 15:33:05 GMT -5
“I think we should move forward with the alliance.” Whitesun agreed, giving a nod, “The herbs have been helpful, and the prey we’ve been getting from Twolegplace has helped us recover from the fire as well.” He added.
Blackfire flicked her ear in agreement, “That’s true. Let’s just hope ShadowClan doesn’t plan on blaming us for the loss of their medicine cat apprentice. We didn’t influence her choice to have kits with Frostyfoot.” She said. She glanced around the camp, noticing Plumwillow’s gaze on Quickwing. Blackfire looked back at her sister with a teasing smile and nudge, “Looks like you’ve got an admirer.” She mewed, mismatched eyes glinting in amusement.
Spotteddawn sat down and curled her tail over her paws once they were alone, looking at Cometblaze. “I spoke with the medicine cats the other day. I’d been feeling a bit off lately, and I thought I recognized the symptoms but I just wanted to be sure. Cometblaze, I’m expecting kits again.” She mewed.
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Post by Moonblazer on Sept 10, 2023 16:00:44 GMT -5
Spiritstar nodded to her deputy with a supportive look. "I'm glad to hear it. They prey has helped us abundantly. I trust that you'll continue to organize the cats for each patrol. You've managed it brilliantly so far." She mewed honestly, before she took in a breath and nodded. "I'm going to announce Firepaw, Sunpaw, Coldpaw, Fallpaw, and Warblerpaw's assessments tomorrow, after everyone's rested. I think Skyclan needs some positive news, and some hope. They're ready, I can feel it."
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Post by Icefire15 on Sept 10, 2023 17:04:55 GMT -5
“I think they are as well. They’ve been working hard in their training, so I’m sure they’ll be happy to know that their efforts haven’t gone unnoticed.” Whitesun agreed, giving a nod. “When would you like to hold their assessments?”
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Post by Moonblazer on Sept 10, 2023 17:19:42 GMT -5
“I think they are as well. They’ve been working hard in their training, so I’m sure they’ll be happy to know that their efforts haven’t gone unnoticed.” Whitesun agreed, giving a nod. “When would you like to hold their assessments?” "Tomorrow afternoon. This will give them time to sleep. If you can, make sure their mentors do not plan any training for them in the morning. I'll be using that time to prepare them to ready the assessments for their apprentices. I think I will oversee it myself as well... I know it may sound selfish, but I do want to see how Warblerpaw does. It's not everyday you get to watch your kit's assessment." She mewed, voice soft as she spoke fondly of her only kit. |
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Post by Icefire15 on Sept 10, 2023 17:39:33 GMT -5
Whitesun gave the leader a small understanding smile as she spoke of her only kit, knowing that he would want to oversee his own kits Warrior assessments himself if he had the chance, “I’ll let them know once I leave here. Is there anything else you wanted to discuss before I leave?” He asked.
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Post by Moonblazer on Sept 10, 2023 18:10:21 GMT -5
Whitesun gave the leader a small understanding smile as she spoke of her only kit, knowing that he would want to oversee his own kits Warrior assessments himself if he had the chance, “I’ll let them know once I leave here. Is there anything else you wanted to discuss before I leave?” He asked. “That should be all.” Spiritstar nodded, inwardly wanting some time to herself to think about the night’s events. |
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Post by Icefire15 on Sept 10, 2023 18:36:30 GMT -5
“Of course, good night, Sprirtstar.” Whitesun said, dipping his head to the leader before he slipped out her den. He glanced around camp, his eyes searching for the mentors of the apprentice’s Spiritstar had listed to let them know about the upcoming assessments.
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Post by Moonblazer on Sept 11, 2023 12:46:30 GMT -5
"Tomorrow! How exciting!" Plumwillow exclaimed as she was told that Warblerpaw's assessment would be soon. She looked at Whitesun with a bright look. "I'll be up and ready, I wouldn't miss it for the world! Seeing as I can't, anyway. Oh, I just know Warblerpaw will pass!" She giggled, proud of her apprentice.
Buzzardfall poked her head out from the Warrior's den, having overheard Plumwillow speaking with the deputy. Her messy fur fluffed up with excitement as she asked. "Will Firepaw's assessment be tomorrow too?"
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Post by Icefire15 on Sept 11, 2023 17:23:30 GMT -5
Whitesun looked over at Buzzardfall when she spoke and gave the warrior a nod, “Yes, as well as Sunpaw, Coldpaw and Fallpaw. Are Pheasantcry, Firefang and Shadowmask in there? I need to let them know about their apprentice’s upcoming assessment as well.” He said, knowing that Shadowmask had yet to move into the nursery.
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Post by Moonblazer on Sept 11, 2023 17:46:24 GMT -5
Whitesun looked over at Buzzardfall when she spoke and gave the warrior a nod, “Yes, as well as Sunpaw, Coldpaw and Fallpaw. Are Pheasantcry, Firefang and Shadowmask in there? I need to let them know about their apprentice’s upcoming assessment as well.” He said, knowing that Shadowmask had yet to move into the nursery. “They should be. I can check.” Buzzardfall nodded, quickly slipping back into the Warrior’s den and mewing with a hint of excitement. “Firefang? Shadowmask? Pheasentcry? We’ve got assessments to oversee tomorrow!” She purred. |
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Post by Icefire15 on Sept 11, 2023 17:57:33 GMT -5
Shadowmask lifted her head from where she was laying next to Wildstorm, letting out a tired yawn, “Really? That’s good. I was worried Coldpaw would have to be reassigned a new mentor once I moved to the nursery.” She mewed, looking at Whitesun as he followed Buzzardfall into the warriors’ den.
Whitesun nodded, looking at the other three mentors, “Yes. Spiritstar feels that it is time for them to earn their warrior names. You will be taking them out first thing in the morning, so get some rest tonight.” He said, starting towards the nest he shared with Jadefeather.
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Post by Moonblazer on Sept 11, 2023 18:07:35 GMT -5
“How exciting!” Jadefeather purred, pressing her muzzle to Whitesun’s as soon as the deputy approached their nest. She turned to make room for him. “After what happened at the gathering… this is the kind of news we need.” She mewed.
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Post by Icefire15 on Sept 11, 2023 18:27:52 GMT -5
Whitesun greeted his mate with a smile and a lick to the cheek as he settled down beside her, “Spiritstar thought the same thing. I’m sure the apprentices will be more than excited to hear the news.” He said.
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Post by Moonblazer on Sept 11, 2023 18:46:22 GMT -5
Whitesun greeted his mate with a smile and a lick to the cheek as he settled down beside her, “Spiritstar thought the same thing. I’m sure the apprentices will be more than excited to hear the news.” He said. “Did the conversation go well?” Jadefeather asked lightly, knowing her mate would have wanted to talk to Spiritstar about the gathering. She leaned close to him, admitting. “It couldn’t have been easy to be put in a corner like that… She’s lucky to have cats like you to support her. Obsidianflower would have done the exact same as you.” She murmured, missing their mate, but knowing she would be so proud of Whitesun. |
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Post by Icefire15 on Sept 11, 2023 20:31:57 GMT -5
Whitesun brushed his pelt against her, remembering Obsidianflower fondly, “Yes. We talked about if we should continue the patrols into twolegplace because of these creatures and we decided to keep going with them.” He said to her in a quiet voice, not wanting to disturb any of the sleeping warriors. “We just need to be careful moving forward from now on.”
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Post by Willow on Sept 11, 2023 20:37:27 GMT -5
Briarpatch let out a deep rumbling purr as she looked down at her nest to find Luckykit looking back at her, they were finally starting to open their eyes! She leaned down, licking the top of the little kit's head, whispering soft encouragements to him.
Luckykit squeaked as Briarpatch began to groom her, "Mama, wanna see the camp!."
Briarpatch sighed, knowing the rain was still falling, "Not now sweetheart, the camp is wet and dreary, it's not a good place for small kits right now."
Snailkit teetered on her paws as she ambled clumsily around their nest, her eyes starting to peak open as well. "Soon though right Mama?"
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Post by Moonblazer on Sept 11, 2023 21:12:29 GMT -5
"We've got your guidance. We'll be as careful as we need." Jadefeather assured, supportive of her mate and of her clanmates. She moved to groom the fur between Whitesun's shoulders. "I'm glad to hear we'll be keeping up the alliance. I think we need as much strength as we can get, even if it's from a neighbor." She didn't want to admit that the Twolegplace patrols still made her nervous. So long as they never went near the city... then she supposed she would never have to admit why.
"M'tired. Shhh!" Birdkit squeaked, her tiny voice sounding from where she was nestled sleepily at her mother's belly. Beside her, Chervilkit was quietly nursing, having easily moved his smaller siblings away from the best spot, hogging it for himself.
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Post by Willow on Sept 11, 2023 21:52:19 GMT -5
Briarpatch licked the top of Birdkit's head, soothing her with soft purrs, "It's alright Birdkit. You can sleep if you'd like."
Snailkit wobbled back to her mother's belly, plopping down next to Chevrilkit with little grace. She nestled in and began to suckle, joining Briarpatch in her purrs.
Luckykit tried to stand, eager to see even the other parts of the nursery with his new-found vision. He struggled and squirmed until he managed to pull himself up on his three legs, but quickly toppled back down into the nest. His ears went back with frustration, but he immediately began to try again.
Briarpatch watched with eyes full of worry, but she stayed silent not wanting to discourage her son.
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Post by Frozen on Sept 11, 2023 22:15:57 GMT -5
Whitesun looked over at Buzzardfall when she spoke and gave the warrior a nod, “Yes, as well as Sunpaw, Coldpaw and Fallpaw. Are Pheasantcry, Firefang and Shadowmask in there? I need to let them know about their apprentice’s upcoming assessment as well.” He said, knowing that Shadowmask had yet to move into the nursery. “They should be. I can check.” Buzzardfall nodded, quickly slipping back into the Warrior’s den and mewing with a hint of excitement. “Firefang? Shadowmask? Pheasentcry? We’ve got assessments to oversee tomorrow!” She purred. Firefang energetically left the den when his name was called. "It's time? Great! I can't wait to see how they do." he mewed. This was a welcome distraction from all the disdain. Pheasantcry stepped outside with a nod. Watching apprentices complete their warrior assessments was always a joy. "I look forward to seeing them succeed." |
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Post by Icefire15 on Sept 12, 2023 14:26:11 GMT -5
Shall we timeskip? :3)
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Post by Moonblazer on Sept 12, 2023 16:54:25 GMT -5
(Sounds good to me!)
Spiritstar had awoken early in the morning, making sure that she had prepared enough to speak to the Clan. She waited until the sun was up and morning was well in swing before she finally made her way up to the high ledge.
“May all Skyclan cats gather for a clan meeting at the high ledge!”
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Post by thistle on Sept 12, 2023 17:06:35 GMT -5
Warblerpaw looked up from where he was dragging old moss from the elders' den, ears pricked curiously. He abandoned the dirty bedding to pad towards where his mother was perched above the camp.
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Post by Icefire15 on Sept 12, 2023 17:32:07 GMT -5
Firepaw yawned as he joined the clan, still feeling tired from the long night and Gathering. He shook the last bit of sleepiness off of him and looked up at Spiritstar, wondering if she was going to talk about what had happened last night.
Sunpaw bounded out of the apprentices’ den and joined her brother, bumping his shoulder gently as she sat down next to him.
Whitesun sat quietly under the high ledge, flicking his ear as he watched the clan gather before looking up at Spiritstar.
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Post by Moonblazer on Sept 12, 2023 18:07:36 GMT -5
Spiritstar waited for the clan to gather before she lifted her voice again. "After the gathering last night, I wanted to address some things. To start, in no way will we allow this to diminish us. This being said, if there is something one wishes to announce, they will do it with me first." She shot a pointed look at Echowing, who was sitting silently and with drooped eyes beneath a ledge. She flicked her gaze away from the leader, before Spiritstar continued.
"It is our sworn duty to follow the Warrior code. But, the kits of those who break the code are not to be punished or judged for these actions. If I see anyone drawing unneeded attention or spite towards those most affected from last night, I will personally provide you with plenty of work to do in punishment." She mewed sternly, before she took a breath and mewed in a lighter tone.
"For today, I have more positive news. Not only will we continue our alliance with Thunderclan for the time being with Twolegplace patrols, but we will also be holding Warrior assessments for Warblerpaw, Fallpaw, Firepaw, Coldpaw, and Sunpaw today. You will report to your mentors for the assessment after this announcement, and Whitesun will instruct you further on what the assessment entails. Today, I have faith that you all will show us the pride and skills of Skyclan Warriors." She mewed.
Plumwillow puffed her chest proudly as she looked over at Warblerpaw. Buzzardfall was already antsy on her paws to get going, looking right at Firepaw.
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Post by Icefire15 on Sept 12, 2023 18:13:42 GMT -5
Firepaw blinked in surprise at the announcement, looking over at his siblings before glancing at Buzzardfall. He felt a mixture of excitement and nervousness surge through him at the thought of finally being a warrior.
Sunpaw bounced excitedly and nudged Firepaw again, looking at him with bright eyes, “You hear that? Our warrior assessments!” She whispered excitedly, the little stub of her tail flicking back and forth in her eagerness.
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Post by Willow on Sept 12, 2023 19:15:33 GMT -5
Springpaw's tail fell as their name wasn't called. She was sure they were ready for their assessments as well!
Sparrowstrike chuckled from beside Springpaw, feeling her disappointment. "It's not your time yet Springpaw." he mewed gently, "Those apprentices are all much older than you."
Twigpaw was settled close to Splashecho, rolling his eyes at Springpaw's behavior. Of course it wasn't time for their assessment yet.
Ashfeather smiled from his spot near Willownose and Redspring, happy for the apprentices.
Specklepaw looked at the elder apprentices disappointed that they probably would be moving out of the apprentice's den soon, her ears perked up slightly though at the thought of snagging a better nest.
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Post by Moonblazer on Sept 12, 2023 19:28:39 GMT -5
“Today’s Twolegplace patrol will be going out as well, at Whitesun’s order. As for the rest of camp, I want to get the camp reinforced with this new threat of these prey-maulers. I want as many available paws as possible to assist in securing our camp walls and dens.” Spiritstar nodded, deciding to take charge of camp fortification for the day. She nodded. “That is all.”
Plumwillow jumped to her paws as soon as the meeting was ended, rushing right towards Whitesun, giggling to Warblerpaw. “Let’s go! How exciting!”
Buzzardfall looked at Firepaw with a grin of her own. “Are you ready? I think you’ll find this assessment to be a good one.”
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Post by thistle on Sept 12, 2023 19:39:52 GMT -5
Warblerpaw's pupils rounded at the announcement, excitement tingling all the way from his ears to his tail tip and making his fur fluff up in anticipation. As soon as Spiritstar dismissed the meeting, he made a beeline for Plumwillow and Whitesun, almost panting with excitement.
"It's happening!" he near-whispered to his mentor, before smoothing his pelt and clearing his throat as the other apprentices approached. "Finally," he said, shaking his head with an easy smirk, his natural confidence shining through. "I have no doubt I'll see the sun set with a new name."
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