Warriors: Divided || Public

❅«➹Cedarburn➷»❅❅«Deputy»❅❅@Open❅

Cedarburn grumbled as he walked into camp with his jaws full, a squirrel and a mouse tightly held by him.  His ears flicked as he padded over to the fresh kill pile where he dropped them.  

He had gotten up before long before dawn and couldn’t sleep so he had hunted in the Early hours of the morning.  At first he was hesitant but in the end decided to considering they were low on prey and it was good to hunt when the camp had most of its warriors leaving it well guarded in his opinion.  

By know most of the clan would be awake so he’d have to set patrols soon.   He’d set up a small hunting party and maybe a morning patrol but he wasn’t sure if the clan could keep up with two patrols one dawn and one dusk with so little warriors.  

He sighed a bit frustrated at it, they were a dying clan and if things continued as it was they weren’t going to be around much longer. 

.::Skyeyes::.

He turned to look at the young she-cat, almost forgetting his apprentice.

"Oh good morning, Pebblepaw." he returned cheerily, "Yes, I'm alright. Just some bad dreams, is all." He got to his paws and shook himself briefly. The pale tom glanced towards the store of herbs in a far corner of their den before looking back to Pebblepaw.

"We're running a bit low on coltsfoot and chervil root, some blackberry leaves might be helpful as well this season. Are you up to learning some new cures today?" he asked energetically.

-==Raven==-

Still full from a large rabbit the night before, she began loping towards the scent of another cat. Or were there many? It was hard to tell. No, it was the scent of many cats, all so similar it seemed to be one. Bewildered and intrigued, she sped her pace. Have I found the clan cats!? She thought excitedly.

Sparrow || Rogue || Tag: Night

Sparrow certainly hadn't been expecting to be approached, much less be startled by the sound of a crack. An audible gasp escaped her as she jumped and whirled around, her fur bristling as her eyes widened. The poor female lowered herself to the ground a little as her eyes locked onto the stranger. "W-who are you?! Don't you know not to startle someone like that?!" She demanded a little, heart racing as her fur remained rather bristled.

Hopestar || Leader || Tag: Tansyvine, Shadeheart, Half-Face, Shadestep || Mentions: Cedarburn, Sootpaw

Hopestar's whiskers twitched with amusement at Shadeheart's antics. Before she could respond to the cheeky tom, she turned to respond to Half-Face who questioned her about patrols. "I'd like to see you join either the dawn patrol or a hunting party." Irritation prickled her pelt at the mention of Cedarburn being missing. She knew that her loyal deputy often ventured out to hunt before the crack of dawn, but then he should be here to organize morning patrols. "Tansyvine, why don't you and Sootpaw join Shadeheart and I on the dawn patrol? Half-Face, you can organize a hunting party with Flamepaw-perhaps with Shatteredclaw and Ashpaw?" Hopestar noticed Shadestep in the background. "Shadestep, care to organize a hunting patrol?"

Feather || Rogue || Tag: Open || Mentions: RainClan

Feather weaved through the trees and undergrowth with careful stealth. She kept her ears and tail low in case she were to come across any clan cats. If she did come across them, she didn't want to be caught unaware. It wouldn't surprise her if they'd attack her and ask questions later. After all, this was their territory. She'd intentionally crossed their scent markers yesterday, following an invisible pull. Suddenly, through the trees, she caught sight of the river.

Smokey || Rogue || Tag: Open || Mentions: Cosmos

Smokey trotted with the rabbit locked in his jaws. His amber eyes scanned the forest as he moved in search of a safe place to eat his meal. He wouldn't be able to ignore the rumbling in his belly much longer. While Smokey walked, he stayed alert for any cats, especially since he'd noticed another cat trailing him a little bit ago.

Pebblepaw (F) | Med Cat App | Location: Med Cat Den | Mentions: Sky Eyes

Dreams? Maybe it was a sign from StarClan, some sort of message about the clan? She decided not to pursue the topic any further, considering that it was none of her business anyways. Pebblepaw could only hope that her ancestors would commune with her someday. Although, such a wish could be deadly. When StarClan spoke with the mortal cats, it usually wasn't to bear them good news.

The miniscule apprentice's eyes visibly brightened when the peach-colored tom mentioned a new lesson on herbs and their usage. "Yes, I'd love to!!" The silver tabby's grin reached from ear to ear, causing her to abruptly seat herself in an obedient fashion. She was all ears for now. Despite appearing perfect at-attention, Pebblepaw fidgeted her paws around because her tiny frame was simply incapable of containing such an explosive amount of enthusiasm. She loved herbs because there was so many, and so many different types for different purposes. It made every outing an adventure- there was no knowing what type of plant she might come across. The fact that so many herbs were likely undiscovered made her buzz with excitement. 

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Murtagh (M) | Rogue | Location: Forest | Mentions: None

Although the color of lightly shaded snow, Murtagh skillfully moved up the tree like a silent shadow, there to bring doom upon the unsuspecting family of squirrels. Each placement of a single paw was made with great precision and forethought to prevent giving his location away, even if such thinking seemed to take him an eternity. Finally he crept up onto the branch where the nest was located, safely hidden away in a hole in the tree. Murtagh positioned himself to ensure that he had his balance before he forced a paw into the tree before he successfully pulled out a young squirrel. Deciding to not overhunt, Murtagh settled for the young squirrel, leading him to quietly enjoy his meal in the tree. 

Tansyvine ~Warrior~ Tag: Hopestar, Shadeheart

The she cat swished her tail at Hopestar words. "Join you on patrol? Yes I'd love to!" she shuffled her paws in front of her when Shadeheart walked up. Her eyes shot to the side to look for the other cats Hopestar mentioned.

She gave him a nod as well and purred, "I did sleep well thank you. I normally wake up early but I hope that extra sleep was nice for you Shadeheart."

.::Skyeyes::.

"Great!" he purred, "Let's head out into the forest and we'll start by looking for blackberry leaves." With a wave of his tail, he turned and slipped out into the main cavern of the camp. The handsome tom nodded in passing to the leader and other cats gathered as he loped past. He paused behind the waterfall and waited, assuring his apprentice was following. His fur bristled all down his spine as the frigid spray trickled over him, but he found it refreshing.

-==Raven==-

As she trotted along, she picked up scents of more cats that did not mesh with the clan. Apparently this place was intriguing to more than just herself. She slowed to a halt and looked around herself in every direction, staying still and silent. With the breeze stirring the trees above her, she could hardly hear another cat easily. For a moment she thought she heard the sound of claws on bark, but shrugged it off as a squirrel or bird.

(OOC - I'll delete this if not allowed but Royal Blue, I think you missed where Zambz tried to interact with Cedarburn)

. . . Shadestep  ~|~ Warrior ~|~ Tag: Open but mentions Hopestar . . .

With Hopestar was taking a dawn patrol, and Half-face potentially taking another hunting patrol, it didn't leave too many cats. Perhaps Thistlepaw could come with her mentor didn't take her. Or Seeptail if he was available?Rising to his full height, he glanced around to see who was available, or who might be lingering around.

. . . Flamepaw  ~|~ Apprentice ~|~ Tag: Hopestar and Half-face . . .

However, at the mention of her brother, her ears did droop a bit. Ashpaw hated hunting, and would complain the whole time. No doubt he would scare away the prey before Flamepaw could hunt, and therefore she couldn't impress her leader or mentor. Still, she kept her opinion to herself.

. . . Ashpaw  ~|~ Apprentice ~|~ Tag: Shatteredclaw . . .

He kept his cruel words to himself as he padded to meet his mentor. He should be thankful I'm not making him travel more than he needs, he snidely thought.

"Good morning Shatteredclaw," he greeted monotonously. "How have you been feeling?"

. . . Night  ~|~ Rogue ~|~ Tag: Sparrow . . .

"I didn't mean to startle you," Night growled back. Her own heart was hammering as she debated if she should run, or fight. She didn't know this cat, and the scents of the nearby clan were setting her on edge. Was this a rogue? Another clan-cat? Was there more in hiding, waiting to ambush her? "My name is none of your concern, clan-cat!"

Pebblepaw (F) | Med Cat App | Location: Med Cat Den | Mentions: Clan, Sky Eyes

She swore she had heard of cats eating the berries of the blackberry plants before, maybe she'd have to ask her mentor if she could do that as well? For experimental purposes, of course...not just because she'd overheard that they tasted quite delicious. Pebblepaw tried to keep up with her tall mentor, pattering after him on short legs as she darted out of the medicine cat den. She blinked away the darkness and welcomed the bright light of daytime as it radiated through the cavern, taking note that the clan was already plenty active. She knew there were loads of outsiders near the territory. Hopefully, the warrior patrols would stay safe. 

She slipped on the damp rocky surface, skidding on her paws and flailing her silver tail wildly before she finally regained her balance. Pebblepaw grew hot underneath her fur before she hurried after Sky Eyes, squinting against the spray of the cascading water. "We've the prettiest camp around." The medicine cat apprentice commented admirably as they passed the falls. 

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Murtagh (M) | Rogue | Location: Forest | Mentions: Raven (indirectly)

The tender meat of his prey brought great satisfaction to Murtagh, as it had to have been the best meal he'd had in several days. Murtagh claimed no territory as his own, considering that the area was relatively high-traffic and it wasn't worth the effort. Although, he wouldn't tolerate any cats that attempted to push him around as well. He believed that all cats had a right to the land- part of the reason as to why he wasn't very keen on the clan cats. He'd merrily trespass on their territory, if it wasn't for the fact that they greatly outnumbered him. 

The lynx point had nearly finished his meal when he swore that a foreign scent crossed his nose. The silvered tom paused thoughtfully, tasting the air more thoroughly before he could confirm that he was not alone. No matter- so long as they weren't hostile and pushy, he wouldn't mind. It was a good hunting spot, so of course he'd have to share it. He only needed to eat his fill of his catch before moving on.

Although, being that he was Murtagh, he was inclined to chat the stranger's ear off if they got too close. 

Shadeheart || Warrior || Tag: Hopestar, Tansyvine

Shadeheart chuckled a little as both she-cats responded to him, his whiskers twitching as he listened to their words. "Ah, I slept just fine! Nest felt so sooofffftt..." He flexed his claws as his back near his tail twitched, happily thinking about his sleeping spot. Though he shrugged slightly and moved to stand, waving his tail a little as he turned his gaze towards Half-Face as she suggested the she-cat take her apprentice out on a hunting party with, perhaps, Shatteredclaw and Ashpaw.

He turned his attention back towards Hopestar and Tansyvine, whom would probably be bringing along Sootpaw. "So, shall we head out then, my lovely companions?" He purred out, standing up straight a little more as he gave them a playful wink. The grey warrior was starting to feel rather energetic, ready to partake in this patrol and get the day started.

Sparrow || Rogue || Tag: Night

Sparrow narrowed her eyes as she kept her gaze locked on the darker feline who, in turn, responded to her. Wait...did she just call her a clan cat? A disgruntled noise escaped the young female as she scooted backwards slightly. "I'm no clan cat! If anyone is the clan cat here it's you!" She hissed, though cut herself off in that as her eyes widened from that thought alone. Wait, what if she was just baiting her to reveal that she was alone? What if she was with others waiting to ambush?

Drat, she couldn't tell how many cats were here with how the stench of so many cats were in the area! "D-don't...come any closer.." She lowered herself closer to the ground, ears flat against her head.