WindClan: Life Before 2023's Fire

[dionysus]

[ @Arie ]

This seemed to be doing more harm than good but Mushy was too far in at this point to stop. He had to see this through and just hope that Stag managed to figure it out and didn’t end up scaring someone or offending someone. Speaking of which- Rushingmoor sighed and closed his eyes to center himself or whatever it was cats did so they didn’t smack their sons.

“No it’s not just for old cats but yes, it’s for someone of your age group. Twig and I are around the same age so we could like each other like that but for you, you should find someone closer to your age.”

Where were all of these questions coming from? Couldn’t he just take the basics and figure out the rest later?

“Well mates don’t spend all day everyday together but they usually like to sleep together at night. But yes, most mates prefer to be with each other for the night and even during the day- every cat needs alone time too though. You don’t have to be together every minute of the day.”

These were such small details that Mushy himself wouldn’t have questioned- not that he ever received the talk. Like most, Rushingmoor had just figured out the romance stuff himself, but Stag wasn’t like most cats.

“Er yeah basically. As for Twi, I have no idea. Maybe she just likes a big nest or maybe she made it larger to accommodate you too.”

Maybe someone sneaks in there at night and shares it with her. Pfft no. There was pretty much no chance that that cat was having a secret affair with one of her warriors. Much more likely that she’d built it up for Stagleech to get his cuddles still despite being warrior sized.

“Aw, Stag, you don’t need an excuse to hang out with Twi! She may not show it but I know she enjoys spending time with you. If you want to spend more time with her, you just gotta go to her like you always did! And if you know the things you do that get you yelled at are stupid, why do you want to do them! As long as you aren’t hurting anyone I’m sure no one will yell at you. And can I tell you a secret? A lot of warriors still feel like kids. That’s just the way things go. Try inviting other cats out to go places with you. I know you have friends and you can try to make new ones too!”

[TheNyanCatMinecart]

@~RooRoo~

(Alright. Also, Ashfeather is black-and-light-gray, Whitekit is black-and-white, right?)

A purr rumbled in Ashfeather’s throat. She loved her kits so much. And Whitekit was such a sweetheart.

Rosebriar padded into the nursery, her eyes narrowing into a glare. She saw how Ashfeather instantly ducked her head, her tail twitching as though she would tuck it against her belly.
“You’re disgusting, having kits and spreading your tainted bloodline throughout WindClan!” Rosebriar exclaimed, glaring at her. “It’s a good thing that Flameclaw and Dogkit died. Two less cats to worry about.”
Ashfeather’s eyes had stretched wide with horror. “Stop,” she whispered. “C-can’t I be happy?”
Rosebriar almost laughed and gagged at the same time. “Why should a horrid cat like you live? If I were leader, those kits would’ve been executed and you would be quarantined outside of camp. You don’t deserve happiness. If only Whitekit had died from her illness as well,” she added. Then she leaned in closer, being careful to make sure Ashfeather didn’t breathe on her. “You don’t belong here. Wolffang and I will make sure that that is known.” Then she leaned back.

[TheNyanCatMinecart]

@Snow Fox

It was clear that the tom was interested in her and wanted to talk. Rosebriar was a little hesitant after the whole him-trying-to-sit-near-her-while-covered-in-burrs thing, but it was nice to finally get attention from a tom. It should’ve happened earlier. Much earlier than Flameclaw getting together with Twistedface. Rosebriar resisted the urge to scrunch up her face into a snarl and noticed that he had put effort into cleaning his fur this time. At his voice, she nodded.
“Yes. I’m the one and only Rosebriar,” she purred, giving a flick of her elegantly bushy tail. His name suddenly clicked for her. “You must be Stormshadow, hmm?” She scooted a little closer, relieved that there was no risk of her messing up her perfectly groomed, dark red-orange pelt. “Nice to meet you. I’ve been caught up in my own things recently, so I haven’t gotten enough time to become acquainted with my Clanmates.” She flicked her tail again. “How about you?” She should get him talking a bit more, although of course, she was the center of attention, at least for now.

[dionysus]

[ @Arie ]

“Don’t get used to it! I’ll never make such an accusation again until I’m old and senile.”

Somewhere in her subconscious, Otterberry had been worried that time and ranks had changed Breezefeather but she stood in front of him now on the other side of a canyon of moons and experiences joking like they did when they were young and inseparable. Adventuring had fed her soul in one way, but the life of constant travel left little room for meaningful connections and she’d grown starved for this. There was something so fulfilling about spending tome with a cat who knew you inside and out and somehow the changes over the moons seemed to melt away with Breezefeather. They were different cats now but knew each other all the same.

Breezefeather’s rumbling laughter prompted unabashed chortles from the longhair herself. Ott could clearly remember the young Breezepaw stolidly refusing to accompany her out of the territory before, of course, accompanying her out of the territory.

“You know, I don’t remember how I convinced you either! Knowing you and your valiant self it was probably just to make sure I didn’t get myself killed out there alone. And hey, I tried to tell them it was my fault but someoneee wouldn’t let me!”

The mature feline before her with his time worn eyes and his responsibility-hardened brow suddenly looked youthful and boisterous as the earnest young apprentice he once was. She smiled warmly to herself as she saw the shift, finding joy in the looseness and easiness of their return to friendship.

“A murder? How intriguing. My dear Breezefeather, murder or not, time with you is quality. Now, tell me more about this mysterious death we are investigating.”

Then came the old quips and Otterberry scowled at him before sticking out her tongue like she had as an apprentice.

“Well only one of us is grey all over, old friend! I will of course lead the way- and we’ll make it their fine. Don’t worry, I’ll take great care to avoid any declines or bumpy paths. Wouldn’t want you slipping and tumbling down a hill- might break one of your frail bones.”

Wrinkling her nose playfully, Otterberry walked slowly to the entrance to lead the way. Of course, there was no way she was remaining that slow! With a wiggle of her brow, the warrior took off, sprinting into the territory and away.

[dionysus]

Originally Posted by Beau

[ @~dust~ @/spade ]

A small smile bloomed on Otterberry’s face and she saluted to Breezefeather with her tail- a gesture she’d learned on her adventures that she didn’t expect the deputy to recognize but figured he could decipher. Only recently having returned to the clan, Otterberry didn’t know many cats terribly well and this Raindrift was no exception. She figured they could meet up at the entrance and introduce themselves, though, so she turned her attention that way and started walking.

Littlepaw was on a different patrol and as far as Otterberry knew it was his first. The molly veered off for a moment and padded over to him, nosing her son warmly and rasping her tongue over his head to flatten down the fur on it.

“Have a good patrol, darling. Listen to the warriors!”

With another little nuzzle, Otterberry trotted off toward the entrance, leaving Littlepaw to find his patrol mates and heading off to find hers.

Bump @~dust~

[Snow Fox]

Stormshadow looked around camp. He was interested in Rosebriar but didn't like her. She seemed decent. Better then some half clan thing. Stormshadow had to force himself to not scowl. HE was pure WindClan and wouldn't be anything but that. He was perfect. Few cats where like him, some of his family and maybe Rosebriar. "Ahh just as I though," Stormshadow said with a cocky smirk, "You are also correct." When she scooted closer he looked at her. What if she wasn't pure? Wasn't one of them? "I'm pleased to make your acquaintance as well. Thats sad though. There are some cats worth knowing. However... others should be kicked out." Stormshadow said. His expression darkened for a bit before he smiled again. He chuckled softly at her question. "Sadly I know quite a few cats. Some are nice and others... well they need some serious help." Stormshadow said. He curled his tail neatly around his paws. Suddenly he looked at her as if she might be poisen. "Are you pure Windclan?" Stormshadow asked, his voice suddenly cold and hard as ice.
@TheNyanCatMinecart

[~dust~]

Originally Posted by Beau

[ @Cougar @spade ]

Normally Heathernose liked to bring Moonpaw with her when she was put on patrol but the young apprentice could probably use a break. She’d yet to meet Littlepaw but knew of Blazefrost at least. Speaking of which, the tom seemed to be waiting already so Heathernose pulled herself to her paws and headed to the entrance without waiting for Breezefeather to finish calling names.

“Hey, Blazefrost, how are you?”

The tortoiseshell remained on her paws and looked around for any apprentice who seemed to be heading their way. Once Littlepaw arrived, she wanted to head right out.

-

[ @~dust~ @/spade ]

A small smile bloomed on Otterberry’s face and she saluted to Breezefeather with her tail- a gesture she’d learned on her adventures that she didn’t expect the deputy to recognize but figured he could decipher. Only recently having returned to the clan, Otterberry didn’t know many cats terribly well and this Raindrift was no exception. She figured they could meet up at the entrance and introduce themselves, though, so she turned her attention that way and started walking.

Littlepaw was on a different patrol and as far as Otterberry knew it was his first. The molly veered off for a moment and padded over to him, nosing her son warmly and rasping her tongue over his head to flatten down the fur on it.

“Have a good patrol, darling. Listen to the warriors!”

With another little nuzzle, Otterberry trotted off toward the entrance, leaving Littlepaw to find his patrol mates and heading off to find hers.

Raindrift sat at the front of the enter and waiting for otterberry? He licked his gray pelt then turned his head around. He saw her lick q young tomcat and then smirked that was probably her son. Hmmm that means shed be motherly and baby him. He hated that. Turing his face so she could see his good eye. As she padded up he said quietly

“Hello we should probably get going”

His voice was cold as he said that.

[Moonraven]

Originally Posted by Phoenix Fall

Owltalon's head turned when he heard his name called in a familiar voice. Twilightstar. He honestly couldn't believe his luck. "Hello, Twilightstar," he mewed, glad to have found someone familiar. "Any room left in WindClan for me?" He frowned as the cold white at his feet. Leafbare would make it harder for any Clan. @Moonraven

The molly nodded her head at the return in greeting, eyes slowly wandering over the tom's pelt, something she often found herself doing with clanmates that she hadn't seen in a bit. Some sported wounds that needed looking at, Owltalon looked alright though.
"Depends, where'd you go?" It was highly unlikely she'd turn away the tom.

Originally Posted by Fern

@Moonraven
[So sorry for not being to active! How long has she been gone RP time?]
Skykit hung her head. "I'm sorry." "I went to go explore, and then I kept on walking because I couldn't find my way back to the nursery." The kit hadn't wandered too far, but definately farther than any kit should be. Her endlless tangle of white fur was matted, and definately needed a long grooming when she got back. Hobbling up from her awkward position, the three-legged kit got ready to head back to camp with Twilightstar.

[You're okay, it happens. I'm going to say two weeks, can't say exactly though. You can start RP again since we're done with this post.]
The exploring excuse again. Twilightstar stifled her sigh as she looked at the kit's coat. It must have been some adventure. Her eyes flashed to the missing limb, debating on carrying the kit since it would be faster and the snow was cold, but at the same time felt that if she wanted to explore walking back to camp on her own would be a good lesson.
"You're lucky you were found, you have no clue how to hunt or fight on your own, you most likely would have starved otherwise become something meals. No more exploring unless it's inside the camp." The molly chastised before leading the way back home.

Originally Posted by Kitty12

sorry not sure how you quote
“Um well here’s what happened, you know when there was a badger in camp a few weeks ago well it took me and attacked me that’s the reason for all those scars and well I wasn’t strong enough to walk that far for a few weeks that’s why I was gone”...
“ and can I be an apprentice now!” Lionkit exclaimed

[When you quote, just hit the button at the bottom right that says quote. You should type your reply underneath the quote. You don't need to mention me if you're quoting. Before I reply, might want to change his excuse. Predators attacking the camp aren't allowed without permission, since Twilight would be informed about this and it didn't happen, she'd say he's lying to her which is not something Twilight takes well too.]

Originally Posted by Kipo Oak

Ash looked at the leader with big eyes "Mother?" she asked "Cloud? Sister?" Ash almost fell asleep in Twilightstar's tail, and walked a few steps away.

Ash froze, not in fear, or happiness, she just, froze, she froze in coldness, she was so cold! Brr....... so cold.... she started shivering in coldness.

// @Moonraven

This kit was rather confusing, Twilightstar watched her walk a few steps away but shook like a leaf almost immediately after. Deciding that she wasn't going to get much out of the kit, it would probably be best that she just take her back to the clan with her.
"If you have no one to take care of you, why don't you come to my home? You'll at least be warmer."

Originally Posted by Rainquail

Sunhawk limped back to WindClan, smelling faintly of old sickness and looking ragged, she looked relieved to see the Clan again and brings herself to the nearest High Rank, embarrassed she needed to ask to be taken back, her belly looking more swollen than when she left.

@Moonraven @Arie
//Sorry, wasn't sure if Arie can also take care of rejoinings, so I mentioned you both

It's hard not to wrinkle her nose at the scent that clung to the round molly's body. Twilightstar padded over to meet Sunhawk as soon as she spotted the queen, she appeared worn out and smelt off.
"Sunhawk, what happened to you?" Twilightstar questioned, wondering if she should send her to Coldamber or not. Whatever ailment she had it seemed that she had gotten over it, but didn't hurt to have it checked.

Originally Posted by feather lily

ravenkit ran into the territory im home! she thought she had gone to her moms grave and fell asleep and then trying to get home had gotten lost she was scared and just wanted to be in the nersury with stormkit
@Moonraven

Awesome, more lost kits. Twilightstar thought bitterly to herself as she intercepted the runt running around the territory.
"Ravenkit!" Twilightstar yawned, stopping in front of Ravenkit. "Why are you out in the territory?"

Originally Posted by Wings

[ @Moonraven - so sorry about the delay ]
-Windpaw-

Windpaw shivered at the cold breeze, curling her tail to herself when Twilightstar said her name. All she could feel was regret that she had some how let her down by disappearing, and could just hang her head. Soon enough, slow tears started to flow. And she was mouthing words that were inaudible. She just.. didn't know what to do.

[No problem.]
One would think that dealing with a crybaby mama's boy would have Twilightstar more experienced in dealing with tears. Nope, not at all, her tail tip fluffed up in a state of fluster at the sudden trickle of tears. The molly wasn't really certain what she had done to earn such a reaction but cooled her head quickly enough. The leader took a seat and glanced out at her vast territory.
"Take your time." Twilightstar meowed softly, figuring the best approach was to let the apprentice simply get whatever emotions she had overwhelming her out, and then they could talk.

Originally Posted by Exis

Leopardkit wandered, she was starving and tired but she couldn’t remember when she was trying to get. Where am I. What... what do I do. Where do I come from. ”HELP!” She called into the forest. “Please... someone help me...” She whispered.

@Moonraven

My Stars! Twilightstar did not bother repressing the groan that left her maw as she heard the mewling of a kit. Nine times out of time, she bet the kit belongs to her clan.
"Leopardkit," low and behold it was one of her clan's kits. She looked terrible, definitely deserved a trip to Coldamber.

Originally Posted by Paradise

@Moonraven

Russetpaw padded back through the moors towards the border. He'd been gone for a day, trying to clear his mind, and it was late at night now. His head had been hurting from the guilt of Chickadee's death, and his visits to the Dark Forest, what Sweetberry had said to him, as well as his meetings with Foxpaw. He stared at the long grass as his paws brushed through them, not ready to go home. He knew he had to though, or he would risk Twilightstar getting even more mad at him.

[So when cats go into the missing, I normally just assume that they've been gone for at least a while, longer than a day.]
Her nose twitches as she scents the air, it was a familiar smell not an outsider at least. The lilac she-cat moved swiftly but silently in the direction of the scent, wondering who was out this far in their territory. Pushing through some brittle plants, her eyes caught sight of the young tomcat.
"Russetpaw, where have you been?"

Originally Posted by Kipo Oak

Tidepaw looked around the moor, looking for Twilightstar, "Hello?" he called, he scented her, but he couldn't quite put his paw on where she was.

// @Moonraven

[You adopted Tide, from what I was told. Don't need to do the rejoining. I'll pull them out of the missing.]

[Jade13]

i went to visit my moms grave and got lost on the way back, im so sorry Twilightstar i didnt mean to get lost i just want to be back in the nursery with stormkit ravenkit said, she normally wasnt scared or upset but this time she was
@Moonraven

[Fairytale]

Originally Posted by Moonraven

The molly nodded her head at the return in greeting, eyes slowly wandering over the tom's pelt, something she often found herself doing with clanmates that she hadn't seen in a bit. Some sported wounds that needed looking at, Owltalon looked alright though.
"Depends, where'd you go?" It was highly unlikely she'd turn away the tom.

"Well," Owltalon started, "I noticed a rabbit while hunting. I chased it, but ended up lost when I caught it. I hadn't noticed the border. Luckily, I didn't land in another Clan's territory." The would've been a disaster.
(sorry, I'm at school and have to go. Couldn't put much detail into my post.)