Let the excitement begin

Harepaw was still not used to his rank change and new responsibilities, but he did his best to follow orders and listen to the elders so that he could adapt and be as good as all the other apprentices. He sat in the camp clearing awaiting someone to tell him what to do... he was unsure and even a little bit lost in the bustle of his own camp. So far it was a boring apprenticeship, but he was sure things would get more interesting and even stressful when he started learning real warrior things from his mentor. He sat patiently to the side with his tail flicking and his large ears pricking every time an older cat walked past.

Scarletsong was nervous. She wasn't an experienced warrior, and she was not sure if she was the right person to teach Harepaw. What if I mess up? she fretted. She herself didn't know the territory very well, and she didn't want to confuse the new apprentice. She tried to remember how her own mentor had taught her, but nothing came to mind. Sighing, she decided that she just had to try her best and pray that she wouldn't mess up the whole training.

Swallowing, she quickly spotted her apprentice, Harepaw, sitting in the camp clearing. "You're already awake, I see," she smiled nervously. "Today we're going to be doing some battle training, and if we have time I can teach you hunting." Gesturing to a bush that was nearby, she meowed "I'm going to do a demonstration. I'll attack this bush, and follow exactly what I do, okay?" She then looked at the bush and struck out her paw, hitting the bush quickly, shaking it and making some leaves fall to the ground.

Scarletsong used Front Paw Strike, dealing 8 damage and costing 10 SP

Scarletsong
40/40HP
110/120 SP

Bush
0/0 HP
0/0 SP

Harepaw watched closely after his mentor gave him instructions, noting her swift movement. It was abrupt, but he was pleased to be working with her. The idea of fighting in general made the tom a bit nervous, but he shook off the feeling and stepped forward to copy her, striking with a little less power and precision but doing his best anyway. He looked at her with a sheepish look and meowed, "Was that alright?"

Harepaw used Front Paw Strike, dealing 6 damage and costing 10 stamina.

Harepaw
20/20 HP
70/80 SP

Bush
0/0 HP
0/0 SP

Scarletsong watched in approval as her new apprentice copied her movements and successfully hit the bush. "You need to use a little more strength, but apart from that it was still alright. However, there is only so much that the move is going to do. In a real battle, you're going to need to think of what the enemy is most likely going to do and come up with an effective counter-attack. Biting on the enemy's tail and pulling sharply is a very effective method. It will stun your enemy for a while, and you can attack in the meantime. However, I can't demonstrate it here, but there's another useful trick. You can jump on your enemy's back and pin them down. This will also stun them momentarily."

 To demonstrate what she said, she backed up and charged at the bush, jumping onto it.

Scarletsong used Leap-and-Hold on the Bush, dealing 8 damage and costing 10 SP. Bush is pinned for 1 turn!

Scarletsong
40/40 HP
100/120 SP

Bush
0/0 HP
0/0 SP

The member 'Lost' has done the following action : Dices roll

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'Effect Dice' : 3

He blinked, momentarily imagining himself in a real battle. Who would he fight? Which clan was most likely to attack? Harepaw focused back on Scarletsong and listened to her explanation of how to stun an opponent. It seemed a useful tactic if he could keep his mind clear in the midst of a fight. He watched closely as she demonstrated, and he took his place at a decent distance away so he could pounce just right. He leaped atop the bush with his claws out and ears pinned back, picturing a fierce enemy warrior.

Harepaw used Leap-and-Hold, dealing 6 damage and costing 10 stamina.

Harepaw
20/20 HP
60/80 SP

Bush
0/0 HP
0/0 SP

(forgot to roll dice lol)

The member 'Sun' has done the following action : Dices roll

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'Effect Dice' : 5

Scarletsong watched in anticipation as her new apprentice quickly succeeded. "Well done!" she exclaimed with pride in her voice. "For a new apprentice, you did very well in battle training. I'm sure you'll become a very skilled warrior in the future." Suddenly an idea popped into her mind. "Now that you know the basics of fighting other enemy cats, I've decided to organize a hunting patrol so I can teach you how to hunt prey."

Harepaw was much more relaxed by now, especially with his mentor's approval still ringing in his ears. He allowed a small, pleased smile to appear on his face as he listened for her new instructions, and lit up at the idea of hunting. That seemed much less dangerous, and even fun if he was successful. "I can't wait!" He purred.