The Winds of Winter [PLOT FINALE]

Fallowpaw quickly ran to meet Nightstorm and Fernpetal as close to the bushes edge as she could, leading them forward to avoid the catastrophe outside of the small corner tucked away for herbs. She gingerly picked up a bit of cobweb, tending to Nightstorm's wounds as best she could. She'd watched as he fought, careful with his movements. After a small amount of time, she'd picked up on what was truly happening, listening carefully to the conversation between father and daughter. "You did the right thing, my friend." She knew her words likely wouldn't bring much comfort to the tom, but it couldn't hurt to try. As she patched up the last wound on his shoulder, she nodded her head, encouraging him on his way. "You've got this, er..." She quickly realized she didn't know the dark tom's name, but it didn't matter to her. "The battle isn't over yet, but I have faith in you."

Fallowpaw used Minor Heal, dealing +3 HP and using -10 SP.

Fallowpaw:
35/35 HP
80/90 SP

Nightstorm:
34/45 HP
150/160 SP

So much was happening in the clearing. With the cats leaping to and fro, away from and towards opponents, Amberpaw felt she could barely keep track in the commotion. Had anyone been killed? A gurgling cry of pain had caught Amberpaw's ears a few short moments ago, but with all the other shrieks and cries she couldnt quite tell if it had been different. A rustle indicated the approach of cats, and Amberpaw immediately whirled to face them.

The cats who met her eyes smelled strongly of Clans. I can help them, she thought as they came up to her and Fallowpaw. Amberpaw recognized Fernpetal, and winced at her harsh words. "O-Of course! I have what you need," was all the medicine cat apprentice managed to stammer out as she returned to the stores to collect a delicate pawful of cobweb and a mouthful of pre-chewed poultice she made.

Already on edge from the battle and the warrior's snappy greeting, Amberpaw tried hard not to let her paws tremble as she patted cobweb onto the worst of Fernpetal's wounds and licked some healing juice into the wounds.

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Amberpaw used Minor Heal, dealing +3 HP and using -10 SP.

Amberpaw:
35/35 HP
80/90 SP

Fernpetal:
42/45 HP
145/160 SP

Darting out from beneath Adderfeather, Chase whipped around to face the gray warrior. A vicious snarl twisted her features. "Rogues like us will do anything to survive." She spat, thick fur bristling. "I doubt someone like you would ever understand." When she prepared to spring again, a sharp blow connected wih her side. Large, white paws scrabbled for purchase as she staggered. A second warrior had arrived. Chase flinched as blows rained down from left and right. Blood streamed down her face, clouding her vision. She was disadvantaged against three opponents by now, and the realization sent a surge of fury scorching through her veins. Violently seizing the Duskpanther by the scruff, she slashed at the dark she-cat.

Chase used Teeth Grip, dealing 8 damage and costing 20 stamina. Teeth Grip is in effect for two turns.

Littlepaw:
20/20 HP
65/80 SP


Chase:
6/45 HP
100/140 SP


Adderfeather:
29/40 HP
100/130 SP


Duskpanther:
32/40 HP
105/120 SP

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

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'Effect Dice' : 4

The true leader spoke words of truth. Falcongaze stared at the group of Clan cats, the filthy mixed breeds that mingled with the pure. They tainted the forest, brought shame to everything they touched, but worst of all... they didn't even seem to care or notice. The brown tom huffed a breath, pressed his pelt to his mate, then chaos unleashed. At the words of Lichenmask, he leapt forward. Bounding strides that was distinctly SkyClan, so it wasn't all that surprising to be taken down by a SkyClan cat. He yowled, his claws tearing at Elmcloud's belly fur as he scrambled to get out from beneath him. It lasted barely a second before he was tackled from the side.

Furious, his brown pelt lifted as he took a pace back to look at the situation better. Elmcloud was a strong and capable warrior, respected by the scrap of fur on the rock. Then there was Tigerleaf, younger... he growled lowly. His yellow gaze narrowed on them, then flickered for the briefest second as he thought he heard a voice above the din.

Falcongaze used Belly Rake on Elmcloud

Falcongaze:
76/100
270/280 (-10)

Elmcloud:
175/100 (-15)
270/280

Tigerleaf:

45/45
145/160

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It was an ugly thing. In the midst of battle, a brief warm smile at her mate at his acknowledgement, then the... beast started speaking. Cold did not describe the feeling that ran through her veins. Chilled her to the point that she thought her body would break with a single movement. Her entire being a singular piece of broken ice. His promises were dangerous. She knew that. He honoured them... his disgusting words, the revulsion of them... her mind couldn't help but picture the image he painted. No Gingerstripe, No Blossompaw or Firepaw or Foxpaw... what if they never got their warrior names? What if he did kill Flurryshine? Her beautiful white coat stained a sickly red.

The images flooded through her in a brief moment. Any thought of forgiveness or potential for redemption was gone now. Anger chased the ice, melted it and left nothing in it's wake but a torrent of furious glacial waters that were rapidly boiling in her veins. The soft silver she-cat's blue eyes narrowed dangerously. The growl that rose from her throat a rusted thing that warned of it's lack-of-use.

"You will not lay a paw on my family." She snarled outstretched claws slashed the dark former warrior across the shoulder. There was a brief impulse to end his life. A single action, yet the moment the thought entered her mind, her demeanour changed. The singular moment of guardian rage was gone. Now, a sick feeling rested in her stomach. Cold and uncomfortable. Could she really have done it?

Was that all it took?

Dewshine used Front paw Strike on Shade

Dewshine
60/60
180/200

Gingerstripe
68/80
195/240

Shade

KO'd

Duskpanther yelped as she was soon grabbed and shaken by the rogue. The Bengal she-cat collapsed in a dizzy heap. She tried to get up but to no avail. Luckily, she had Adderfeather and Littlepaw there to help.

The moment Leopardstar's body hit the ground, Pumapaw charged into Fourtrees. Her paws tore up dirt as she ran, watching as her comrades joined her in the fray. Blood and fur splattered the ground in a matter of seconds, and various screeches of pain and anger filled the cool air. However, instead of fear, Pumapaw felt excitement as she watched it unfold. It was not long until they would all be eradicated, and she would finally be able to return to her home. A smirk formed on her muzzle, as she turned, but only to be met with claws of Mottledpaw.

It didn't hurt all that much, she simply just did not expect it. She really should of seen it coming as this was a war, but either way, she was surprised. The russet furred exile took a step back, and lifted her paw to wipe away the blood he had drawn. "Don't mess with me, kit. You really think you are going to win when we have the power of StarClan and- her sentence was cut off as she was thrown backwards. With a hiss, she scrambled to her paws "Get your filthy paws out of my fur!Can't you see I'm busy teaching this stupid creature a lesson?! she hissed angrily eye bearing into Hailpaw. Pumapaw turned back to Mottledpaw "Now where were- ack!" The young she-cat was sent flying backwards as a large tom barrelled into her. really?!

Yet again, Pumapaw hit the ground with a loud thud, the wind completely knocked out of her. Her eyes narrowed, as she attempted to suck in air. "CAN'T YOU STUPID INSOLENT FOOLS SEE I'M TRYING TO GET SOMETHING DONE?! THIS IS RIDICULOUS!" she yowled. Pumapaw, very dazed and fed up, pushed herself into a standing position, swaying slightly. "Now, Get. Out. Of. My. Way! Each word was punctuated, the frustration very clear.

Determined to not be tackled again, Pumpaw marched towards Mottledpaw, her features contorted with rage. "Sorry for the delay." she snarled, unsheathed claws  dragging though the mud. "It's just that you filthy animals don't when someone is busy, and when I'm busy I don't like to be interrupted." With an angry screech, she reared up on her hind legs, then slammed her forepaws into Mottledpaw's skull, making sure to let her claws sink in. The she-cat, paused for a minute as she watched the blood trickle down his face. She smiled, feeling a little satisfied, but it still wasn't enough. Pumapaw growled then quickly swiped her front paws at the apprentice, drawing even more blood. "Don't try me." she hissed as she came returned to all fours, her eyes darting to look at Hailpaw and Condorshade.

Pumapaw used frontpaw strike on Mottledpaw dealing 15 damage and costing 25 SP

Pumapaw
73/100HP
255/280SP

Mottledpaw
5/20HP
70/80SP

Hailpaw
20/20HP
80/80SP

Condorshade
45/45HP
150/160SP
~

Gladepaw rushed forwards, catching sight of Bearpaw's pelt in the fray she rushed over. "You look like you need a hand," she mewed teasingly, while flashing the leader a nod of acknowledgment. "Looking good Leopardstar. For a minute I thought we were finally rid of you, but I guess it'll take more than that." she joked. The large white she-cat turned to face Darkpaw, her grin not faltering. Even in the wake of battle, she still couldn't be serious. Maybe it was her way of keeping calm, or something along those lines, she just didn't know.

Taking advantage of the tom's surprise the she-cat charged towards him, claws out stretched, as she barrelled him over. She dug her needle like claws in for good measure before leaping backwards. "No offence, but your ancestors incestors" she paused "Actually full offence, dude, your ancestors sucked. Why you gotta be like this?"

Gladepaw used run-and-tackle on Darkpaw dealing 9 damage 9(6+3) and costing 10 SP

Gladepaw
20/20HP
70/80SP

Darkpaw
64/100HP
240/280SP

Bearpaw
3/20HP
60/80SP

Leopardstar
100/120HP
250/300SP



Darkflower threw herself into battle. This was the last stand, she had to protect her family. Using her powerful SkyClan legs, the tuxedo she-cat, launched herself at Falcongaze. The warrior couldn't believe she'd once shared a den with a cat such as him.

Darkflower used jumping strike on Falcongaze dealing 10 damage and costing 20 stamina

Darkflower
45/45HP
140/160SP

Falcongaze
66/100HP
270/280SP

Elmcloud
75/100HP
270/280SP

Tigerleaf
45/45HP
145/160SP

The flames were everything and the smoke rising was blinding. Jaystar couldn't even see the other leaders by his side. All he could hear was hisses and screams of cats being attacked. At first, he tried to run and escape but the fire was too high and he had never been so close to a fire like this.

When he finally found a weak point, the shadow of another cat appeared and its green eyes were too familiar to forget. Before he could react, the tom's jaws closed around the scruff of the leader, who hissed loudly. He shook his large body getting dangerously close to the flames so Lichenmask could leave him alone. "I won't let a traitor like you destroy my clan!" He shouted.

Jaystar is pinned.

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Beetlemask let out a hiss of anger and there was blood in his sight when he was faced to fight two Thunderclan warriors. At first, he fixed his first objective on Marshstorm, his former deputy. But the apprentice was more accessible to attack. Without second thoughts, he passed by the dark-furred tom and slashed the apprentice's face with his claws, satisfied with the result. He had to get rid him soon so he could focus on the deputy later.

Beetlemask used Rear-up to Slash on Pricklepaw, dealing 17 damage and costing 15 stamina.

Beetlemask
74/100 HP
265/280 SP

Pricklepaw
3/20 HP
70/80 SP

Marshstorm
100/100 HP
280/280 SP

---

Silverfang ran straight to a rogue who was attacking two apprentices and smack her claws on her head.

Silverfang used Rear-up to Slash on Chase, dealing 17 damage and costing 15 stamina.

Silverfang
100/100 HP
265/280 SP

Shag
12/45 HP

Momentarily snapped out of his hysterical trance, Shade was instantly filled with fear, but only for a heartbeat. Gingerstripe was more than capable of weakening him, and it didn’t take much for Dewshine to finish the job. These two could very well end his life right here and now.

His teeth bared into a furious snarl as he glared up at them. He wouldn’t give them the chance. He would retreat for now, but he swore to return after the dust has cleared.

”This won’t be the last you see of me!” Leaping up to his paws again, and ignoring the pain throughout his entire body from the battle, Shade turned tail and fled into the chaos and the flames, disappearing into the eclipsed night.

---

Scorchfang was still trying to make sense of everything around him. The dancing flames, the furious yowls, the eerie crimson eclipse hanging overhead that bathed the world with blood... It was the stuff of nightmares. He was scared. He was scared of death. Nothing in life scared him more. But death was all around him.

Suddenly, a cat rammed into his side, knocking him over with a grunt. Quickly leaping back up on his paws, he whipped around to see who had attacked, and his eyes widened when he came face-to-face with Shade. Sweetheart’s kit. His firstborn son. His terrible, terrible mistake.

He watched as Shade lifted up his head to glare at him, and he noticed just how beaten down he looked. He was fleeing, not attacking, and he ran into him by accident. An unexpected wave of sorrow and regret suddenly washed over the ShadowClan leader, and he frowned. ”Shade. I’m sorry.”

Shade’s eyes widened with surprise, seeming to not have expected an apology in the middle of a battlefield. For a moment, Scorchfang thought his son would accept his apology.

Instead, his eyes narrowed into amber slits of pure hatred, and Scorchfang flinched, as if he had just slashed him across the face. Without saying anything, Shade stumbled back to his paws and raced away, leaving the dark tabby tom to guiltily reflect on all the wrongs he had committed in his life.

He quickly shook his head. No! There was no time to just stand around. He had a battle to win! He turned around and spotted his deputy and older brother fighting against one of his former Clanmates, and he winced. He didn’t want to fight Brushgaze. But... she was the enemy now. And he needed to protect his Clan. There was no helping it.

Slipping into the shadows of the trees that the flames didn’t illuminate, Scorchfang suddenly raced out and slammed into Brushgaze’s side from seemingly out of nowhere, sending her flying a few tail-lengths back.

Scorchfang used Night Ambush on Brushgaze, dealing 20 damage and costing 15 stamina.

Scorchfang
120/120 HP
285/300 SP

Brushgaze
65/100 HP
265/280 SP

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Snowdrop’s screeches of pain turned into squeals. Would this cat please stop targeting her belly? Shoving Swoopnose off again, she reared up on her hind legs once more and slashed her claws across her former Clanmate’s muzzle.

Snowdrop used Rear-Up to Slash on Swoopnose, dealing 17 damage and costing 15 stamina.

Snowdrop
74/100 HP
250/280 SP

Swoopnose
46/80 HP
220/240 SP

Mottledpaw's quick barrage of attacks went practically unnoticed by the rogue; she simply turned to face him, a wicked smile on her face, and for a moment the RiverClan apprentice felt his determination trying to drain all at once. How could a cat just be so unfazed at being slashed in the face? However, as she wiped away the blood from her face he found the fury in him again. She bled, just like any other cat - she could be defeated. She began to threaten him, looming towards him, but suddenly a flash of fur slammed into her.

Mottledpaw jumped back, startled, as Hailpaw charged the Exile, sending her sprawling. With backup at his side, Mottledpaw grinned, feeling renewed. However, neither he nor his new companion had the opportunity to attack before a warrior charged in, slamming her down again. This time Mottledpaw couldn't help but snicker out loud at her misfortune. She scrambled to her paws again and Mottledpaw readied himself; he could see the fire and anger in her face, and he knew that this time she wasn't going to be stopped.

Before she managed to reach him, he taunted, "Oh, we're filthy? I'm pretty sure you were just the one rolling in the dirt." Mottledpaw tried to duck to avoid her swipes at his face, but she was fast - much faster than he was. Claws raked through his forehead and muzzle, slamming with such force that his head rang. He stumbled just in time for her to strike at him again, catching his muzzle fiercely. He let out a yowl of rage, and as she glanced at his two companions he took the opportunity to charge into her and rake his hind paws over her belly as fiercely as he could.

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Fallowpaw hissed again, allowing her anger to finally boil over. "You don't understand what we are fighting for!" she screeched, throat raw. "Lichenmask is the best thing for the Clans! Brindlestar was a fool. She didn't understand the true value of what Lichenmask spoke, and neither did the Clans. The only hope of retaining purity rested in the outcome of this battle.

The exile's body recoiled in pain as a younger Clan cat, screaming something about her mother, raked Fallowpaw's pelt with her claws. Staggering back to her paws, she refocused, turning from Brindlestar to the younger she-cat. She inclined her face away for a brief second before letting out a terrifying yowl and clawing wildly at her opponent.

Fallowpaw used Front Paws Strike on Mistpaw, dealing 15 damage and costing 25 stamina.

Brindlestar
104/120 HP
270/280 SP

Fallowpaw
50/100 HP
235/280 SP

Mistpaw
5/20 HP
70/80 SP

---

Mistyrain dashed in the direction of two warriors, attempting to subdue one of the exiles. The tom was powerful, and though they might not need her immediate help, she knew the battle would be easier with her aid. Between attacks, she reared up and battered him with all the force she could muster in her paws.

Mistyrain used Upright Front Paws on Rockjaw, dealing 16 damage and costing 20 stamina.

Lightstep
24/40 HP
95/120 SP

Spiderfur
100/100 HP
260/280 SP

Mistyrain
100/100 HP
260/280 SP

Rockjaw
47/100 HP
260/280 SP

Profuse amounts of nauseating blood steadily wept from Jaystar’s scruff, spilling from Lichenmask’s jaws. Inhaling sharply from his nose, the dark tabby viciously shook his former Leader. Even as Jaystar tried to pull them closer to the wild flames, he held steady- death by flames did not scare him. ”It was never I who sought destruction! I offered you a chance, but by scorning that chance you’ve brought this upon yourself.” Heaving Jaystar upwards and lurching the tom precariously close to the flames that curled into the night air, Lichenmask’s voice was partially muffled by the mouthful of fur he currently had, ”You don’t even know the blood that runs through your veins! The blood that runs through the veins of those whelps you forced upon Goldeneye!”

Jaystar is still pinned for 2 TURNS.

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”You fight for nothing but the lies of a tom with madness within his veins!” Brindlestar snarled, freeing herself of the immediate proximity between the pair. However, she hardly had a single moment to react to Mistpaw’s sudden appearance and words before Fallowpaw was lunging for her. Smoke-damage voice rising into a blood curdling shriek, the burned molly descended upon the Exile with enough force to make her own bones tremble. ”Touch my daughter again and I shall make certain that every single last being in this clearing remembers your agonized screaming.” Brindlestar’s voice was suddenly chillingly soft, vehemence pouring from the clipped words as she circled the young Exile- clearly searching for blood.

Brindlestar used Upright Lock, Dealing -20 in Damage & Costing -25 in Stamina.

BRINDLESTAR
104/120 [HP]
245/280 [SP]

FALLOWPAW
30/100 [HP]
235/280 [SP]

MISTPAW
5/20 [HP]
70/80 [SP]

---

A snarl crept through Adderfeather’s teeth, sharp with vehemence. It was difficult to clarify who was standing before her- some meaningless Rogue or Reedheart himself. Swallowing down the pinprick of anxiety, the grey-furred molly bluntly struck the Rogue across the face with a startling intensity. ”Anything to survive? If you’re willing to ally with cats like Shade or Lichenmask, then you aren’t worthy of survival! A cat who’s willing to harm countless others for pointless goals is no cat worth following.”


Adderfeather used Front Paw Strike, Dealing -9 in Damage & Costing -10 in Stamina.

ADDERFEATHER
29/40 [HP]
90/130 [SP]

CHASE
K.O.

LITTLEPAW
20/20 [HP]
65/80 [SP]

DUSKPANTHER
32/40 [HP]
105/120 [SP]

---

Even in the chaos of the battle, Elmcloud could recognize the features of the cats who leaped into battle alongside him. Hissing as Falcongaze ripped at his belly, the ruddy toms nape rose into a prominent bristle. ”You who would forsake your Clan, your Kin, your daughter have no words to say?” He all but bellowed, voice resonated above the wild fray, ”Explain your actions, deserter! Shaking away the fiery agony that wept from him, Elmcloud reared up high above Falcongaze.

Elmcloud used Rear-Up To Slash, Dealing -17 in Damage & Costing -15 in Stamina.

ELMCLOUD
75/100 [HP]
255/280 [SP]

FALCONGAZE
49/100 [HP]
270/280 [SP]

DARKFLOWER
45/45 [HP]
140/160 [SP]

TIGERLEAF
45/45 [HP]
145/160 [SP]

Before Hailpaw had cut her off, the Exile seemed to have been in the middle of some dramatic dialogue. At least, that was what she thought had been going on. She hadn't been listening in, so she had no idea what the other she-cat had been attempting to say. Whatever it was, it couldn't have been anything important. As Pumapaw snapped at her, the ThunderClan apprentice merely tilted her head to one side, a small smirk gracing her features. It seemed that this really wasn't Pumapaw's lucky night; for the second time, her speech was interrupted. This time, by a massive SkyClan warrior. Condorshade sent the former ShadowClanner flying yet again, in the same way Hailpaw had. When the fluffy white molly caught sight of Pumapaw struggling to her paws, screeching at the top of her lungs, she couldn't help the pffft that slipped from her lips. It couldn't be helped; Pumapaw was a hilarious picture at that moment. Her peals of laughter rang out into the air. As she tried to draw breath, sides heaving, Pumapaw pummeled Mottlepaw with powerful blows, causing the RiverClan tom to stagger.

"Wow," She breathed with awe, "that looks like it really hurts!" Despite having been flung to the ground twice, Pumapaw had recovered so quickly. She was strong--far stronger than a normal apprentice should have been... This was great! "I was beginning to get worried. I thought you'd be defeated too quickly." With a joyful, relieved expression, Hailpaw stepped towards the young Exile. "But that's not true at all! You're so strong!" Reflecting the light of the prancing flames, her golden eyes shimmered with eerie cheer. She seized her chance as Mottledpaw retaliated against their opponent. Bounding forward, she swept a powerful blow across Pumapaw's face. Claws flashed crimson, before wounds opened up right beneath the Exile's left eye. "Ah." She interjected. "I missed. Just a little more, and I could have blinded you..."

Hailpaw used Front Paw Strike on Pumapaw, dealing 6 damage and costing 10 stamina.

Pumapaw
60/100 HP
255/280 SP

Mottledpaw
5/20 HP
60/80 SP

Hailpaw
20/20 HP
60/80 SP

Condorshade
45/45 HP
150/160 SP

---

Elmcloud's fury-filled voice rang in her ears. In the pandemonium that had broken out, Tigerleaf's consciousness was limited to the four of them. Chaos roared in the distance, dozens of screeches and snarls lost to the hiss of the flames. Fur drifted in the air, an insignificant detail the young warrior couldn't help but notice. Unlike her former mentor, she did not say anything. However, the anger that shimmered within her yellow eyes spoke for her. Falcongaze was supposed to have been a warrior of SkyClan. She absolutely could not forgive him for siding with Lichenmask. Her small stature lending her speed, she slipped beneath Falcongaze. Unsheathed claws tore at his belly. She could feel the firm sensation of tearing through flesh, catch the warm flow of blood that spilled out unto her pelt. Setting her jaw in determination, she darted out on the other side of the former SkyClanner. No mercy was to be shown tonight.

Tigerleaf used Half Turn Belly Rake on Falcongaze, dealing 11 damage and costing 20 stamina.

Tigerleaf
45/45 [HP]
125/160 [SP]

Elmcloud
75/100 [HP]
255/280 [SP]

Falcongaze
38/100 [HP]
270/280 [SP]

Darkflower
45/45 [HP]
140/160 [SP]

(OOC: oh jeez I was gone for a couple days and everything exploded, please excuse my terribleness ;; also, mobile)

EDIT: had to fix SP numbers!

The clearing exploded into action and Elmpaw felt himself freeze up. Never before had he seen so many cats fighting all at once. He looked around wildly, trying to find an opponent when his gaze fell on his clanmates Barleytuft and Swiftstep battling an enemy apprentice. He puffed up his fur, took a deep breath, and raced into the fray, hissing and spitting as he lept upon Stonepaw and bowled him over.

---

Elmpaw used Run-and-Tackle on Stonepaw, dealing 9 damage and costing 10 stamina.

Elmpaw:
15/15 HP
40/50 SP

Swiftstep:
100/100 HP
270/280 SP

Stonepaw:
47/100 HP
255/280 SP

Barleytuft:
37/45 HP
130/160 SP

Leopardstar cursed under his breath as Darkpaw, once again, lunged for Bearpaw instead of him.  He had wanted to draw the Exile's attention away from the younger tom, but it seemed that he would have to fend for himself.  Just as the golden spotted leader was about to rear up for another attack though, a playful voice cut through the overwhelming noise, and he turned to see young Gladepaw jump into battle beside them.  He snorted, amused by her comment but too focused on the enemy to laugh.  "It would take more than one RiverClan cat and a field of flames to send me to my final grave."  

Leopardstar used Rear-up to Slash on Darkpaw, dealing 20 damage and costing 15 stamina

Leopardstar:
100/120 HP
235/300 SP

Darkpaw:
44/100 HP
240/280 SP

Gladepaw:
20/20 HP
70/80 SP

Bearpaw
3/20 HP
60/80 SP

---

Nightstorm sighed pleasantly as he felt wads of cobweb touch his torn skin, and took the short moment of serenity to close his eyes.  This world still felt surreal to him, but feeling the pressure of the medicine cat apprentice's gentle paws had managed to snap him back to reality.  Once she had finished, the jet-black tom rose to his paws and offered young Fallowpaw an appreciative nod, his lips cracking in a faint smile.  "Nightstorm.  Thank you, may StarClan light your path."  Without glancing back at Fernpetal, the SkyClan warrior leaped back into the fray, trying to keep the image of Jaysong's defeated body from his mind.  Quickly, he ran across two apprentices - RiverClan and WindClan - who were fighting one of the rogues.  With a ferocious yowl, he whipped his body around and kicked out with his strong hind legs at the cat's face, hitting her squarely in the jaw before leaping in to stand beside the two younger fighters.

Nightstorm used Back kick on Xuexi, dealing 11 damage and costing 15 stamina

Nightstorm:
34/45 HP
135/160 SP

Xuexi:
19/45 HP
140/140 SP

Sparkpaw:
20/20 HP
70/80 SP

Lionpaw:
20/20 HP
70/80 SP

---

Fernpetal didn't bother with a polite thank you before also dashing away back into the fight, the herb juices stinging within her freshly-padded scratches.  She didn't wince though; she had eyes for only one opponant, the top-most idiot, who had pinned the RiverClan leader at the base of the Great Rock.  With a wild screech, she dashed across the clearing and rose up onto her powerful hind legs,  leaping upon the former RiverClan warrior to claw at every inch of his face she could reach.  "You think you're so powerful Lichenmask, but all you peddle are lies, and I'm SICK OF IT!  You're mortal, just taking claim for nature's odditys, and proclaiming that they're some kind of judgement from StarClan!  Pfft, as if!  I know the truth that you oh-so-special traitors don't want to admit; StarClan is a delusional fantasy, just like your group's chances at winning this war!!"

Fernpetal used Upright front paws on Lichenmask, dealing 11 damage and costing 20 stamina

Fernpetal:
42/45 HP
145/160 SP

Lichenmask:
89/100 HP
260/280 SP