Warrior Clan Cats

The future's in your paws. Shape it well.

Roleplay in a cat Clan of warriors. Based off the Warriors series by Erin Hunter. Takes place in an AU before the cats in the books existed.
 
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 Thornpaw's Warrior Ceremony

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Characters : Kestrelpaw ♀ | Jaypaw ♂ | Hawkpaw ♂
Clan/Rank : ThunderClan Apprentice | RiverClan Apprentice | SkyClan Apprentice
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PostSubject: Thornpaw's Warrior Ceremony   Thornpaw's Warrior Ceremony EmptyMon 13 Aug 2018 - 19:52

Weary paws muddled with the faint remnants of freshly churned earth, even the smooth surface of the Tallrock felt entirely too rough against Brindlestar's raw feet. Absently shifting her weight and callously meeting the lingering gazes of several of her Clanmates, she swallowed down the bitter sigh that tightened her lungs. After another lonesome evening spent by the newly cemented grave of Jayflight, who had found his resting place alongside several of his young littermates, it had become apparent that she could no longer waste anymore time. Face tilting skywards towards the rapidly gathering dusk that lingered just beyond the roughly outlined horizon, the pale molly's gaze rested upon the sharp winks of starlight that burned brightly against the poor illumination of the late evening. It was hard to feel joy in such a moment."Let all cats old enough to catch their own prey gather here beneath the Tallrock!"

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PostSubject: Re: Thornpaw's Warrior Ceremony   Thornpaw's Warrior Ceremony EmptyMon 13 Aug 2018 - 20:47

Thornpaw stepped towards the Tallrock quietly, his pelt as ruffled and unkempt as always despite his efforts. The pale-eyed tom flicked his tail, his whiskers twitching with curiosity. What on earth could this meeting be about? It was most likely an apprentice ceremony, although the deputy usually handled those... the apprentice yawned, giving his white chest a couple licks as others began to crowd around him.

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Characters : Kestrelpaw ♀ | Jaypaw ♂ | Hawkpaw ♂
Clan/Rank : ThunderClan Apprentice | RiverClan Apprentice | SkyClan Apprentice
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Number of posts : 3263
Gender : ⚥ [they/them]
Age : 24

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PostSubject: Re: Thornpaw's Warrior Ceremony   Thornpaw's Warrior Ceremony EmptyMon 13 Aug 2018 - 21:43

"We gather here today to bestow the title of Warrior upon one of our Apprentices." Brindlestar began once more, only pausing for the briefest inhale. Whether the dull ache in her throat was from grief or from the partially healed scars that wreathed across her throat, she did not know. Reluctantly casting her gaze down towards the familiar features of her Clanmates, the scarred molly's gaze fell upon the disinterested young tom. Clearly this ceremony would come as a surprise. "He has proven himself worthy to climb the ranks of WindClan and receive his Warrior name." Phosphorescent eyes glinting with a strange light that gleamed much too brightly amongst the rapidly encroaching darkness, the pale-furred molly paused a moment or so before eventually speaking.

"Thornpaw, please step forwards."

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"born of ichor & nectar; excellence already found at fingertips."
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Age : 19

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PostSubject: Re: Thornpaw's Warrior Ceremony   Thornpaw's Warrior Ceremony EmptyTue 14 Aug 2018 - 11:58

Thornpaw blinked as Brindlestar began the ceremony; A warrior ceremony. He turned his head for a moment, scanning the crowd as other apprentices looked hopefully toward their leader. Who would become a warrior today? It couldn't be any of the younger ones, the fresh-faced half-kits seated in the middle of the crowd. Most likely, it would be the ones seated in the front of the group, their faces expectant. The older apprentices, the ones that looked nearly fully grown.
"He has proven himself worthy to climb the ranks of WindClan and receive his Warrior name."
Thornpaw had his eyes trained on them, watching as they straightened their backs as the suspense grew. The young tom couldn't help but hold his breath as well, their palpable excitement as infectious as laughter. This was the moment they had been waiting for since their eyes opened. Thornpaw felt a twinge of jealousy as Brindlestar spoke, his expression souring ever so slightly. Which one would stand, their fur ruffled with shock? Which one would walk, as calmly as possible, to the base of the Tallrock?
The tall apprentice blinked as they turned as one, fixing him with a piercing stare. The movement rippled through the crowd until every last cat in the ground had turned to face him.
"Thornpaw, please step forward."

Thornpaw stood smoothly, as if he had been pulled to his feet. He walked gingerly to the base of the Tallrock, turning to glance as his clanmates drew aside to make a path for him.
He sat down, turning to look up at Brindlestar. A grin grew on his face. This was his ceremony. Today, he would get his full name. He would go on patrols with his clanmates, perhaps lead them as well. He would fight in battles, facing other warriors instead of apprentices. He would be treated as an equal, not a student. After all his hard work, he had finally made it.

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Characters : Kestrelpaw ♀ | Jaypaw ♂ | Hawkpaw ♂
Clan/Rank : ThunderClan Apprentice | RiverClan Apprentice | SkyClan Apprentice
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Number of posts : 3263
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Age : 24

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PostSubject: Re: Thornpaw's Warrior Ceremony   Thornpaw's Warrior Ceremony EmptyWed 15 Aug 2018 - 19:22

"I, Brindlestar, Leader of WindClan, call upon my Warrior ancestors to look down upon this Apprentice. He has trained hard to understand the ways of your noble code, and I commend him to you as a Warrior in return." Although Brindlestar did not slow down her spiel to catch a glimpse of the young tom, she could easily picture the prideful expression upon Thornpaw's still youthful features. The realization that the young tom looked so inflated with his own pride that he might actually explode sent the usual cynical prickle of jaded thoughts creeping into her mind. Did Thornpaw even understand the weight of her words? Did any Apprentice ever understand what they were devoting their lifetime to? Teeth begrudgingly grating together with enough force to break bone, the scarred Leader unhappily stifled the unwelcome intrusion- this was a celebration of all of Thornpaw's hard work and dedication, nothing more.

"Thornpaw, do you promise to uphold the warrior code and to protect and defend your Clan, even at the cost of your life?"

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"born of ichor & nectar; excellence already found at fingertips."
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PostSubject: Re: Thornpaw's Warrior Ceremony   Thornpaw's Warrior Ceremony EmptyWed 15 Aug 2018 - 21:27

"...At the cost of your life?" Thornpaw grinned, craning his neck to catch a glimpse of the willowy she-cat that perched at the peak of the Tallrock. Of course! Of course! He wanted to cry. Who wouldn't?
He had been born into Windclan, pure blooded and whole. He had walked the same path that almost every other cat sitting in camp had traveled down, all towards the same goal, the same purpose: to protect and defend Windclan's honor, to prove that they were truly the most powerful and well-respected of clans, and to fight in their ancestor's name. He was more than willing to die for the grassy fields and peaceful clearings he called home.
"I do." His voice didn't quiver with excitement, although he could imagine Mothpaw's eyes on him. He nearly shivered at the thought, fixing his expression into a grave, serious look that he had seen his mentor make countless times. "And I will."
The conviction in his voice was nearly tangible. The tom's clear, pale, blue-green eyes held a new light. Thornpaw was growing up.

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Characters : Kestrelpaw ♀ | Jaypaw ♂ | Hawkpaw ♂
Clan/Rank : ThunderClan Apprentice | RiverClan Apprentice | SkyClan Apprentice
Libra Cat
Number of posts : 3263
Gender : ⚥ [they/them]
Age : 24

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PostSubject: Re: Thornpaw's Warrior Ceremony   Thornpaw's Warrior Ceremony EmptyWed 15 Aug 2018 - 21:41

The unwavering assurance exuded by Thornpaw in this moment seemed enough to pacify Brindlestar for the time being. Unreadable gaze displaying the faintest touch of warmth, one only ever shown during the height of the many ceremonies she often preformed, her voice continued once more- however, softer in a way that went entirely unnoticed by most who stood watching. "Then by the powers of StarClan, I shall grant you your Warrior name." Casting her sharp gaze back out towards the darkening sky, which bled with the richest colors that many saw during this lifetime, the glimmers of starlight seemed to look down upon the proceedings in response. "Thornpaw, from this moment on, you will be known as Thornleap. StarClan honors your unflinching bravery and clever skill set, and we welcome you as a full Warrior of WindClan." Without missing a beat, Brindlestar was freeing herself from the prison-like confines of the Tallrock, instead joining the jubilant celebration that was currently underway.

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"born of ichor & nectar; excellence already found at fingertips."
resident chewer of bones & mad woman enthusiast | former administrator

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Characters : Living: Sunpaw. Dead: so many
Clan/Rank : TC Apprentice
Sagittarius Monkey
Number of posts : 3828
Gender : She/her
Age : 19

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PostSubject: Re: Thornpaw's Warrior Ceremony   Thornpaw's Warrior Ceremony EmptyThu 16 Aug 2018 - 12:52

Thornleap. The tall gray tom turned as his clanmates swarmed around him, chanting his new name and congratulating him. He glanced back at Brindlestar, his face glowing with pride. He was a warrior now, a fully-named warrior of Windclan.

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