Blackkit and Stonekit's Apprentice Ceremony

"Let all cats old enough to catch their own prey gather beneath this tree stump for a clan meeting!" Duskfall yowled from on top of the tree stump near the Stony Hollow which had become their new High Rock. It wasn't as tall or majestic as their High rock but they had to make do, after all, this was a temporary situation. ThunderClan would endure this humiliation and return to their home once the elements wore away the dirt and silt that had built up. Till then, it was time to celebrate Redfur (NPC) and Toadfoot's (NPC) last litter before they perished tragically, little Blackkit and Stonekit.

Blackkit and Stonekit, inseparable twins, ran over to Duskfall, bouncing excitedly. Well, really, it was only Stonekit who was bouncing, and Blackkit politely smiling. Blackkit sat, followed by Stonekit, and the two kits looked up at Duskfall with gleams in their eyes.

"Blackkit, Stonekit, please step forward." Duskfall called out, looking down at the two siblings who looked keen for the ceremony to being. It brought up a feeling of joy to the deputy to see the younger generation so keen and happy to take on a mantle of responsibility in the clan. "Blackkit, Stonekit, you've both reached the age of six moons, and it's time for you to be apprenticed. From this day onwards until you receive your warrior names, you will be known as Blackpaw and Stonepaw. Your mentors will be Frozenflame and Bluesong, respectively. Frozenflame is a skilled warrior and hunter who has trained many apprentices of his own, I have every bit of faith he will guide you well. As for Bluesong, she has done an admirable job with Cobrapaw, and I believe she can take on a second apprentice without an issue. May StarClan guide your paths."

Featherpaw who'd joined the clan cats in the clearing, chimed in and cheered once the ceremony came to a close. She approached the two new apprentices who'd share their den, purring at them with delight. "Blackpaw! Stonepaw! Blackpaw! Stonepaw! Congrats."

As they were given their names, the two new apprentices looked at each other with excitement. In unison, the two cats said, "Thank you, Duskfall!" and went to find their mentors.

Blackpaw walked politely away from Duskfall, giving an over joyed smile, and looked for Frozenflame. He was happy to hear Featherpaw cheering his name- he loved the attention, though he hated to admit it. He was happy as their names were chanted by more cats, and then more. It made him feel... Happy.

Stonepaw smiled at Duskfall and went to find Bluesong. The ambitious apprentice felt extremely happy due to the chanting of their names, and ran off, attempting to find her new mentor.

Frozenflame purred at the call of his name. The tom padded forward and pressed his nose against Blackpaw's. "Ahh, you are a strong, fine tom, Blackpaw. You have the makings of a great warrior, I can see it in your eyes. Don't let anyone tell you different." He then pulled away and nodded at his new apprentice. "Training will start tomorrow. You'll need a good nights rest so that I can show you the territory. I can probably even take you to camp, if we have enough time. It is covered in rocks and dirt, though."

Bluesong perked her ears, startled. Her blue eyes lit up and she stood. The warrior padded over to Stonepaw and touched noses.
"We'll begin tomorrow," Bluesong murmured.

Blackpaw's eyes lit up- he already liked his new mentor. "Thank you. He said in reply. "[color:633c=ff9900]Great- I'm very excited to be your apprentice! He exclaimed with a large smile, ears perked. His coat was finely groomed and he felt happy and clean- this was certainly the best day of his life.

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"Great." Stonepaw said in reply to Bluesong. Her eyes glowed with ambition and selfish desires- she'd be the best warrior to walk the forest.