ShadowClan Life Before Destruction

[Undertaker]

Tigerpaw gave the tom in front of him a glower at his horrible comeback. Where in the world did this idiot come from and why today of all days did he pick to be a bother and trouble the flame-point. "Really, loser. Is that the best comeback your pea brain can come up with?" Tigerpaw sneered, amber eyes flaring with his own irritation. "Are you naturally this dumb or do you have to put effort into it?" The snappy apprentice wasn't in the mood for this. "That nest is mine, I sleep in it, I clean it, it's mine. So why don't you move your butt to another one." It's been a little while since Tigerpaw's had someone to butt heads with that wasn't his brother nor his youngest sister. He's lost a bit of his spark since Rosethorn died in that raid, but it was clearly still burning. He was tired and he just wanted to sleep away his misery. Newbie brats should know their place!
@Lonestar23

[BEAR.]

Since Mistyfern was the one with something to say, Thunderhowl turned his attention to him. "'Course, but there ain't sense in demonstratin' if there's no cats in need of healin' -- that's a waste of material. I figure, I can have more paws-on training with you as time goes but what you're seein' today should be simple enough a kit could do it."

Thunderhowl glanced over at Irispaw, gauging the uncertainty in her eyes. "Chin up, lil' flower. It ain't your fault you got stuck under an asshole that took advantage of you."

And now, he'd move along, getting to his paws to swap the herbs out with others. One more round, smaller this time-- then maybe he'd take them out on a field trip to explore where some of these were found.

"Borage, he was upfront as he pushed the leaves forward. "Blue, star-shaped flower. Smell the leaves? They're kinda zesty, pretty strong.. 'til they dry out. We use the leaves only, and it's eaten. For queens, it helps produce milk. Other cats-- helps fevers and upset stomachs, and can reduce chest tightness.

"Tansy," he pushed the small yellow flower forward. "Don't give to expecting queens. It causes abortions-- it kills the kits. Similar to coltsfoot, it's good for coughs-- but this can soothe the throat an' prevent infections like greencough and whitecough. If you chew it to a paste and rub it into injuries, it helps wounds heal faster. If a cat ingests poison, this could potentially be an antidote.. but yarrow's usually more efficient 'n gettin' it outta 'em.

"Both of these are better suited for WindClan territory-- flowers flourish in fields, and you're lucky to be swimmin' in 'em. Bearpaw and Irispaw, you're best suited for meadows or glades in your territories. Look in open spaces where sunlight can seep through."

Thunderhowl paused to let them examine these new sets of plants. Basic, but useful-- especially for younger cats.

[ @Fae, @Xeno, @Moon Lily ]

[wick]

(@Dab & @Morningstar)

Thistlesnare's ears perked, feeling a faint twinge of pride at being chosen as a patrol leader, though you wouldn't be able to tell from the stony expression on his face. He stretched, feeling a dull ache in his bones. You're starting to get old, he thought to himself in a deadpan voice, not particularly moved in any which way by the thought. He looked around to see his two patrolmates already rearing to go. "Lets get it over with then," he meowed, stalking towards the entrance with only a flick of his tail to signal the other two cats to follow.

[TawnyNeedsACoffee]

@Blissie Bliss

A brown and cream shecat sat in a shaded spot breathing a small sigh, she was enjoying the day although the sound of two bickering cats was irritating her, she was pretty sure their names were Thistletongue and Sheeplight? Were they a thing or something? She honestly wasn't sure and she didn't really care she was just glad they took their weird banter elsewhere."Odd pair they are...sure never saw cats flirt like that out near the twoleg place...". She mumbled this to herself before she stretched, FernSong even after a decent amount of moons really struggled to understand clan life, she thought the belief in dead cats choosing what would happen to them was laughable but she kept that opinion to herself though she didn't need another lecture from one of her friends about how important they are because the idea of it just wasn't plausible atleast that's what she thought. The brown Molly wasn't born inside the clan, she grew up with the only rule that applied was 'do what I want when I want' but ever since she was old enough to hunt she ended up looking after her mother who was a loner, the old Molly had gotten her legs crushed one night so ever since then FernSong hunted for her, so FernSong didn't have any lazy tendencies because of how much work she had to do to look after her mother, she still did visit her mother now and again but since coming to the clan 8 moons ago to meet her father she had gotten one of her close loner friends to look after her.'Clan cats will forever confuse me and nothing is gonna change that-'. She thought this wistfully as she shook her head, her pale green eyes gazed around the clearing.

[Moonraven]

@Ever @Fuzzy
Hearin her name added to the border patrol, Dawnstripe relaxed. She could do a border patrol, she doubted they get any trouble with WindClan and even with a mildly bum shoulder she felt like she could handle it anyway. She should get on to teaching Thistlepaw and Faithpaw some fighting moves in due time. The warrior spotted Thistlepaw almost at once but no sign of Faithpaw around. Not wanting to waste time she speaks to Thistlepaw. "Let's go, I'm not waiting around for tardy cats." Making sure Thistlepaw was following, the warrior minorly limped her way out of the camp.

[Undertaker]

@Casper
Beastspark slowly made his way into the leader's den. He had been pleased with the return of the patrols until recently. As much as he wanted to see if Icestar had any thoughts on how to deal with the cats who failed to report, he felt he should figure some things out himself and stop relying on her so blindly. The deputy also needed to see if she had any ideas on what to do with Twilightheart. "Icestar," His low voice carried into dark molly's den. "I'd like to talk to you if you're not busy." He didn't exactly wait for permission to enter and stepped inside.

[pidgeon]

Originally Posted by vermin

Body stiffened her mind quickly raced back and forth deciding to either cover for them or tell the truth. The choice wasn't hard making her questioned why the delayed answer. Grizzlypaw spun around facing Icestar again. "I-I am sorry.. Strawberrythorn disappeared and Cavehowl decided to go on his own slow pace. So I decided to report in before we get in trouble, ma'am," she stammered.

Of course. Slacking warriors. What else was new?
"Thank you for telling me, Grizzlypaw. You did well to come to me. I will be having a word with those two in the very near future. You are dismissed." She nodded to the apprentice. The young she-cat had initiative, and Icestar appreciated that.

[pidgeon]

Originally Posted by Undertaker

@Casper
Beastspark slowly made his way into the leader's den. He had been pleased with the return of the patrols until recently. As much as he wanted to see if Icestar had any thoughts on how to deal with the cats who failed to report, he felt he should figure some things out himself and stop relying on her so blindly. The deputy also needed to see if she had any ideas on what to do with Twilightheart. "Icestar," His low voice carried into dark molly's den. "I'd like to talk to you if you're not busy." He didn't exactly wait for permission to enter and stepped inside.

There was a scent of sickness hanging in the air as the deputy entered the den. Icestar was curled in her nest, wheezing lightly with every breath. She lifted her head when the large tom entered.
"What is it, Beastspark?" She spoke as if nothing was wrong, although her voice was raspy and she ended with a cough. She would try pointlessly to hide the fact that she was ill, even though there was no use in hiding it. The cold weather had gotten to her, and it didn't usually. She didn't want her clan to see her in a state of weakness.

[Undertaker]

@Casper
He scrunched up his face and wrinkled his nose as the gross scent caught his attention. It wafted all through the den and made him tense as soon as he set paw inside. His former worries about the Twilightheart were cast aside for a moment as he made out his leader form. She had looked a little winded since losing a life, but he was certain she'd recover from that. Yet, now it appeared that she was sick. The big ears on his head went flat as he stepped closer, disliking that sound that came from her maw.

Was that a cough? It was rather hard for the large deputy to withhold the urge to fuss over the she-cat he knew she wouldn't like that, but he still wanted to fuss over her. He should bring up the topic delicately as to avoid stepping on Icestar's toes or unintentionally poke any soften pride point here."Are you sick?! You look and sound sick! Why aren't you in the medicine den?" He half blurted out, concern bleeding in his voice and worry filling his eyes. In the end, pride won't count for much if she's dead, he figured. His tail swung back and forth anxiously behind him.

[Jesse]

Mistyfern snorted and stamped a paw. So easy a kit could do it? Was that supposed to be a jab at him? Misty never was especially bright- he was fully aware of that- and normally he wouldn't have gotten so offended, but something about this medicine cat's way of teaching made him feel like a dumb baby. Dumb, yeah probably- but he was no baby!

Although, he couldn't really complain. He was being trained, even if Thunderhowl's methods were not preferred. And although he'd probably forget within the day, he understood the gist of things for the time being.

"Tansy, huh? Wish I'd known about it moons ago.."

@BILL. @Fae @Moon Lily