WindClan: Life Before 2023's Fire

[Panic]

Originally Posted by The Little Robin

“Windclan will still be here when we return.” Ferretpaw insisted, his eyes gazing outside at the land that stretched out before them, “So, are you in or not, Shiverpaw?” The small apprentice turned to look at his closest friend with a tilt of his head to the side. “I leave tonight when everyone's asleep, if you want, I’ll give you until then to decide.” He gave a quiet sigh, his tail twitching back and forth beside him as he smiled, thinking about the new places to explore. Ferretpaw was tired of being trapped here, with no freedom whatsoever, the tom-cat wanted to explore the unknown and have a grand adventure, greater than he had ever known.

"...Yeah." Shiverpaw barely even thought about what they were saying- his reservations had disappeared. He could handle life outside Windclan. And they would probably return to the Clan as well. And I won't be alone out there like before... "Where should we meet?" he mewed, his voice stronger.

[Random Melody]

Originally Posted by Constellation

Lynxkit happily padded around the den, humming a soft tune, and perhaps even lost in his own world. He was in such an upbeat mood, which really was no surprise. Anyone who would look at the kit, knew he always had something to be happy about. Lemonspotted was there, albeit asleep in her nest, snoring softly. One thing the tom knew? He was finally happy to even be in the presence of his mother. Finally being able to cuddle into her warm fur, sleek fur. It was a nice feeling. To know he had a family. Even if they were messed up. Breezepaw still kit sat them every now and then, but she was busy with almost becoming a warrior along with Hunterpaw.

Hunterpaw...his idol. Lynxkit wanted to be just like his older half brother because he felt he was cool. A lost smarter than Cavestorm and a lot understandable than Curlypaw. Even if Lynxkit wasn't the smartest kit out there, he also wasn't the dumbest kit out there. However, having fun was always on his mind. He began aimlessly wondering around, and for a moment wondered where his new friend-- Mothkit was. She was awesome. A lot of fun.

"A whole lot of fun." He muttered as his eyes stared at his litter mate and sister. Sorrelkit had to be strangest cat he ever laid his eyes on. Sometimes he wondered how they were even siblings, but they did have the same coat pattern, looking like two twins of their mother, and nothing of their father. But he still loved his sister. She was there to listen to him constantly ramble on about this or that. Even when he mind would be elsewhere and her back would be turned. So, he padded up to his sister, identical they were with their striped printed pelt.

"Sorrel, guess what!?" He hopped around her in an excited manner, his tail bobbing behind him. "We're about to be apprentices!" Indeed, he was excited about finally leaving the nursery den. Even though He would miss playing with Mothkit, but becoming an apprentice was an exciting thing. "Oh, Sorrel! It'll be so much fun! What if-- what if...Hunterpaw was my mentor?" Now, that thought intrigued him. Being mentored by his own brother. Lynxkit wanted that. He wanted that badly. He could envision many of the little moments they would have together. It was all too wonderful! "And, best of all? We don't have to worry about being watched anymore. We'll be apprentices and we can take care of ourselves!" He bellowed, sitting on his haunches and giving an indignant huff as he puffed out his chest. Oh, yes...that is a thought that would keep the heart beating.

Sorrelkit sighed faintly when she heard her brother's voice. Apparently that was enough listening for one day, then. The Toyger grumbled but opened her eyes to stare at Lynxkit, annoyance etched onto her face. She had that look down pretty well. So much that she could fake it. Not that she had to. Right then, Sorrelkit truly was annoyed, annoyed that her brother should interrupt her voice listening.

"What?" She sighed when he asked her to guess, and pushed herself up to sit up, her green gaze piercing into her brother's and her eyes faintly narrowed. Sorrelkit would never admit it, not even to herself, but maybe some part of her did love her brother. Or, longed to. Sorrelkit honestly couldnt feel that much for anyone. Like her mother sleeping in the nest next to her. If anything, Sorrelkit wanted to slash her claws into Lemonspotted's throat... But she knew there were too many witnesses around.

Instead, Sorrelkit kept her eyes on her brother, blinking slowly. "I know this." She said boredly, her voice barely holding any emotion. "He probably wont be. So dont get your hopes up." Although she was sort of excited for her apprenticeship. Wanting to know what kind of mentor she would get, what kind of training she would do. Battle training mostly, hopefully. Sorrelkit wanted to learn how to be the best. No intention of becoming leader. No intention of doing something great. She just wanted to train to the best of her ability. And far beyond that. Sorrelkit wanted to be respected.

Sorrelkit wanted to be feared.

[Role]

Originally Posted by Hollydawn

Beekit smiled,"well, we each have our own opinions," she curled up trying to go to sleep.

"Okay, well I'm going to explore!" Willowkit let out a trill and bounded to the Nursery entrance.
(Hey by the way, I forgot, how old are the kits?)

[Random Melody]

@Constellation

Hunterpaw was out in the Moors alone. He wasnt sure why, but he'd decided to get a head start on his training that morning. Waking up at early dawn even before Springwind and heading out. In fact, he'd been out for... Well, Hunterpaw wasnt sure. It'd been a while since he glanced at the sky. The black and white Tom had raced a few laps around the Moor, practicing running, then had decided to work on hunting. Which of course was a success, Hunterpaw was not named in vain. A smirk crossed his face, looking down at the prey he'd managed to catch. Two big rabbits and a thrush. Not his biggest success, but good enough since it was still early in the morning and he hadnt been out long.

Now, turning away, Hunterpaw went through his head on what to do next. Fighting, he could practice more on that. But with only himself... That would be a bit hard. Maybe he should have waited for Springwind. His mentor was probably freaking out about now, though, wondering where his apprentice was. Probably would never have expected Hunter to be out in the Training Moors.

While he found this amusing, he also did wish he had waited, sort of. Oh, well. Who was to say he couldnt practice battle training alone? Maybe I could run another lap, Hunterpaw thought despite himself, looking across the moors. But he shook his head and turned to the open training field, thinking. There were still a few moves he would like to perfect. Hunterpaw knew that his warrior ceremony was coming up, maybe a little too soon. He couldnt help but worry, now. Hunterpaw grimaced faintly. Once he became a warrior... He'd be alone. Springwind wouldnt have to train him anymore. Curlypaw... Hunterpaw wasnt sure what Curlypaw would do. Would his best friend, his half-brother, leave him too? And what about Breezepaw? Not like Breezepaw even spent that much time with him, anyway. She was too busy with her friends.

Hunterpaw found himself lifting out of his crouch, staring straight ahead with thoughtful brown eyes. Now that he thought about it, would becoming a warrior really be good? Everyone else may take this as some open invitation to leave. To just.. Go. Once Hunterpaw became a warrior, he wouldnt need anyone else, at least thats what they would think. But Hunterpaw didnt want that to happen. He didnt want to be left alone. Maybe being a warrior... Wouldnt be so good after all.

[AbsurdJinx]

Originally Posted by Suspiciousmindz

Blazingstar stood straight, putting on a playful little smirk and allowing his tail to wave casually in the air. His ears pricked towards the pretty feline as he prepared himself to speak. "You need it, it's not a want, sweetheart," he gave her a wink, a small purr rumbling in the back of his throat. "I can read it all over your expression. Fawnskip, you find me attractive and you can't deny that after what just happened," his brow raised, almost challenging her to say he was wrong. Slowly, Blazingstar stopped purring and relaxed his posture a bit, giving her a small head tilt. "I know you need it because we drive each other mad," he spoke, more quietly than before.

Suddenly, Blazingstar's attitude changed a bit. He appeared more alert and ready to go do something else. "How about we finish off this patrol then?" he spoke, trotting up to the she-cat. As he walked in front of her, his fluffy tail bopped her on the head in a playful manner before he took a few jogging paces, obviously wanting a little chase. That led the tom-cat towards the direction of camp, his gaze darting towards Fawnskip here and there as he continued along.

Fawnskip couldn't believe Blazingstar's arrogance! She scoffed, rolling her eyes and avoiding the handsome tom's gaze. She offered her chest a couple of quick licks, folding her ears against her head. She looked back up, simply glaring at him in response. She couldn't bring herself to deny his claim which was very true, but she could tell him she disliked his words via expression. She frowned at him, her eyes narrowed in a glare. She couldn't be driven mad, she drove others mad. This is what Fawnskip believed, and she was unwilling to accept that Blazingstar drove her crazy.

She was thankful he changed the subject, causing her expression to morph from one of fake distaste to one of excitement. Fawnskip purred loudly as he walked by, playing bopping her head. She turned around, watching him jog further away from her. Throwing her head back to release a cheerful laugh, she chased after him. ``Pfft, what patrol?`` she meowed the rhetorical question in a lighthearted manner, chasing at Blazingstar's heels. Fawnskip was always happy around Blazingstar, though he did sometimes tend to irritate her. In general, though, she really enjoyed the handsome warrior.

[NightWarrior4Life]

Originally Posted by Swiftheart

Cayote paw nodded. "I'm not good with dust." He grumbled,shaking it out of his fur.

"Hmm...I'll keep it noted for later...you just made a big mistake...cause now I know your weakness" She taunted.

[Static]

Originally Posted by NightWarrior4Life

"Hmm...I'll keep it noted for later...you just made a big mistake...cause now I know your weakness" She taunted.

He cuffed her ear."Just a small weakness!" He snapped.

[dino.]

@Little Bird @Constellation

At first their only reply ws a twitch of their ears, and then a blink. Their tail twitched once, twice, and the Nightkit shrugged. "Whatever," the black-furred kit said. "Your choice. Can't force you to do anything you don't want to do. But I'm still coming with you," they added quickly.

[Captain]

Originally Posted by Panic

"...Yeah." Shiverpaw barely even thought about what they were saying- his reservations had disappeared. He could handle life outside Windclan. And they would probably return to the Clan as well. And I won't be alone out there like before... "Where should we meet?" he mewed, his voice stronger.

Ferretpaw was watching him out of the corner of eye, his tail twitching back and forth behind him as he did so. His friend didn’t sound so confident in going along with him, but that was Shiverpaw’s choice, of course. They weren’t really the rebellious, adventurous type like he has been. The younger apprentice mostly just followed him around, aiding Ferretpaw in things such as support and casually motivation when he needed it. Although, their next words were more stronger, certain in what they were doing. The question itself made the dark-furred apprentice think for a moment, tapping his paw on the ground for a quiet, short moment. “There is a single tree standing on the edge of the hunting grounds, close to the border, but not against it. It isn’t that hard to find and it’s a unique location to meet-up. Meet me there, tonight, when the moon is highest in the sky.” The older apprentice explained to the grey-furred cat beside him.

[wickedvirtues]

@Bad Wolf

Emeraldpaw was sitting, clearly bored and wanting to do something. He didn't see anyone he knew because well, he wasn't the most noticed cat.He was simply a new apprentice, after all. He stretched, unable to sit still for any longer. "Who to talk to.." he mumbled. Not a warrior, they were always busy. Perhaps an apprentice? Yeah, another apprentice seemed good. He glanced around and tried to find one around his age, shaking his pelt out and grinning as he spotted one. They were silver and black, and they didn't look too busy. He trotted over. "Hi! I'm Emeraldpaw, what's your name?" He asked, a grin on his maw.