Predator Pursuit electric boogaloo (c)

Nightstar might as well have been leading a battle patrol into the deep recesses of Shadowclan territory, which technically he was. Swiftheart, Leopardsun, and Duskflight were with them, all very strong and capable warriors and he had no doubt that whatever predator they ran into, they would come out victorious and without much struggle. But that didn't mean things couldn't go south, after all, battle wasn't clear cut on who would be victorious, and sometimes, luck outweighed skill. Whatever it came to, he knew he'd lay down his lives for his clan-mates, especially the ones with him on this patrol today.

"You all know the drill, keep aware, keep cautious, and don't let your guard down. Split up into twos, Leopardsun with me. Stay within eye sight of us."

Splitting from his two most senior warriors, he opened his jaws and kept aware as he sniffed for anything that could tell him what they were looking for was around. But for the time being, all was well.

Investigation-
Each user rolls the Effect Dice. If someone rolls a 6, that cat discovers (one of) the predator(s) first- if no one rolls a 6, the predator(s) will get the first attack!

The member 'Grey' has done the following action : Dice roll

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'Effect Dice' : 4

Leopardsun kept close to Nightstar as instructed, watching as he tried to scent out the threats. She did the same, though relied just as heavily on her eyes and ears; every sense was necessary for tracking, after all. Whatever the threat they faced, she felt confident with the cats who had set out to take it on. She knew better than to guarantee a victory, but if any patrol could do so she would bet on this one.

Even with all of her senses, however, Leopardsun couldn't scout out the enemy of the day. "I don't think it's near us, Nightstar... There's no lead to follow."

The member 'Holly' has done the following action : Dice roll

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'Effect Dice' : 2

Swiftheart walked along with her clanmates as they were out to catch predators and deal with them before they could become problems. They had a very strong group with all of them having much experience. She was confident things would go smoothly as she scanned the area over carefully staying fully alert.

Her brother gave the order to pair up and spread out just a little and she nodded silently following the directions. She stayed right next to her mates side as they continued to look around for threats.  Duskflight and her would make an excellent team, they fully trusted each other and she would do anything to ensure both of their safety.

She sniffed around to try and reveal anything of a predators scent.

Whatever was out there was making itself not easily revealed. She glanced over to Duskflight shrugging slightly, keeping quiet to not give away their position.

She looked back in the direction that Leopardsun and Nightstar had gone... Good still within sight. Hmm maybe there was nothing out here to worry about anyways, she slightly hoped.

The member 'speedy' has done the following action : Dice roll

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'Effect Dice' : 1

The member 'Arcana' has done the following action : Dice roll

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'Effect Dice' : 4

"Lets just give Duskflight and Swiftheart a moment to look over their area before we move on. There's no need to be hasty." Nightstar meowed, continuing to sniff and look about for anything out of the ordinary. With his head down, the young leader smelled it before he saw it, a rank scent wafting over his nostrils. And before any cat in the predator hunting party could react, two badgers made their presence known.

One badger descended on Swiftheart, its heavy paw reeled back, and slammed the white and black spotted queen into the marsh with a fearsome growl. It walked up to her, slow and lumbering, growling and breathing heavily as it fixed its yellow gaze on the she-cat.

The second badger, went for Leopardsun, its jaws wide and open as it clamped down on the deputy's shoulder, bones and joints creaking under its teeth.

Badger One used Heavy Blow on Swiftheart, Dealing 17 damage and costing 22 Stamina.

Badger Two used Iron Grip on Leopardsun, Dealing 22 damage and costing 30 Stamina.

Badger One:
90/90 HP
128/150 SP

Swiftheart:
53/70 HP
160/160 SP

Badger Two:
90/90 HP
120/150 SP

Leopardsun:
28/50 HP
120/120 SP

Nightstar nearly rushed to Swifthearts side without thought, he was ready to leave Leopardsun to defend herself in favour of his sibling. But he had to think rationally here, his sister was strong, and Duskflight was with her. Time wasted running over could prove a fatal mistake for his deputy, a cat that he needed to succeed him, that he needed to be a good role model for, or at least be an example on what not to do, and wrestling with his loyalties and priorities was definitely something he was teaching her not to do. Gritting his teeth, he rushed to Leopardsuns side, standing onto his back paws as he barraged the badger with his claws relentlessly before, when it was distracted enough, sinking his teeth into its stinking muzzle to pull it away from his deputy and changed its focus onto him.

Nightstar used Desperate Blows + Snap + Night Finesse + Star Striker. Damage Dealt, 6+10+1+2 = 19. Costing 14 Stamina.

Badger Two:
71/90 HP
120/150 SP

Nightstar:
80/80 HP
156/170 SP

The scent was sudden, almost overwhelming after its absence, but swiftly followed by the fearsome creature's appearance. Leopardsun let out a sharp yowl of pain as the badger attacked her unexpectedly, cursing herself for growing complacent so quickly. Adrenaline took over before long, however, and her goal was as clear as it was simple: make the badger regret attacking them at all.

"Thank you," she managed breathlessly to Nightstar, "for the assist."

With claws and teeth she launched a frontal assault, sinking her teeth into its neck and shaking as roughly as she could. This was no time for grace of finesse- raw power and skill would have to suffice, as well as the sheer desperation and will to survive.

She would not die here. She would survive, and she would escape from this battle stronger than before.

Whatever it required of her, she would make it so.

Leopardsun used Scruff Shake on Badger Two, dealing 9 (8+1) damage and costing 20 SP! Badger Two is stunned for 2 turns!

Badger One
90/90 HP
128/150 SP

Badger Two
62/90 HP (-9)
120/150 SP

Swiftheart
53/70 HP
160/160 SP

Leopardsun
28/50 HP
100/120 SP (-20)

Nightstar
80/80 HP
156/170 SP

The member 'Holly' has done the following action : Dice roll

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'Effect Dice' : 4

Everything was so quiet, there seemed to be no danger at all for now.  Swifthearts tail flicked at ease and relaxed.  She was about to turn and ask duskflight if they should regroup with leopard and night again to search another part of the territory.  Before she could even get the words out the sharp smell and heavy pawsteps we’re charging right at her.

She whimpered as heavy claws struck her and she was tossed effortlessly to the side like she weighed nothing by the much heavier opponent.  Her head clouded as she tried to refocus,  from a distance away she could hear leopard and night, but didn’t dare look over to them keeping her eyes locked on the badger, they would be here to help her soon right? She just had to hold her ground till then… but sounds of battle were now coming from behind her as well and she slowly realized to her horror that leopard sun must have been hit by another badger:  it was a total ambush! Growling she hissed and leapt out at her attacker, she ducked low and her smaller size allowed her to slip past it to its flank where she grabbed its tail in her jaws and yanked as hard as she could to get it off balance, it would be pointless to try and out muscle one of these things head on, she would have to play smart and even a bit dirty if she wanted to ensure everyone here got out alive.


Swiftheart uses tail yank




(Ooc nobile post will do best to get stats right but pls correct if u see anything)
Night finesse active

Badger One stunned
79/90 HP (-11)
128/150 SP

Badger Two
62/90 HP
120/150 SP

Swiftheart
53/70 HP
145/160 SP (-15

Leopardsun
28/50 HP
100/120 SP (-20)

Nightstar
80/80 HP
156/170 SP

"Thank me when we all get out of here alive," Nightstar growled, though it was not directed at leopardsun but at the badger struggling to regain itself. Taking advantage, Nightstar lurched forwards and slid under the badger, claws unsheathed as he twisted himself to claw at its belly. Shadowclans leader raked his claws cruelly against its belly, blood saturated the tom's claws before he scurried out from underneath the badger before it could hit him, running back to take his place next to Leopardsun to keep her defenses covered.

Badger one growled at the two cats in front of it, its tail got yanked, and its nose got scratched! Once its spine stopped feeling funny, it would show these pesky forest cats what for!

Badger Two roared with rage, pain searing at its belly when the black cat clawed it, its blood boiling! But it found it couldn't move yet, it's scruff so sore and tender, it made it hard to fight.

Nightstar used Belly Rake! It was successful, dealing 20(+2+1) damage, and costing 25 Stamina.

Badger One (recovering from stun)
68/90 HP
128/150 SP

Badger Two (stunned 1/2)
39/90 HP (-23)
120/150 SP

Swiftheart
53/70 HP
145/160 SP

Duskflight
70/70 HP
153/160 SP

Leopardsun
28/50 HP
100/120 SP

Nightstar
80/80 HP
156/170 SP (-25)

The member 'Grey' has done the following action : Dice roll

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'Effect Dice' : 4