Racing the Storm {Closed}

The sun was hidden from view by a thick, dreary layer of clouds. While the day was far from over, the scent of rain on the breeze brought an end to any plans in the near future. Beneath the gathering storm clouds, one small patrol hurried to make their catches and return home. Scorchclaw came to a halt by the clear stream, turning to face his patrol mates. The familiar visages of Ivybrook and Dappleshine met his green gaze. "Let us split up here." He meowed solemnly. "Once we have caught two pieces of prey each, we will regroup and head back to camp. As always, do not wander too far away." The RiverClan deputy knew that their patrol would likely be the last one for the next few hours. The sooner they finished up their hunting, the sooner they could return home. If fortune was on their sight, they would make it back before the rain struck.

When she had been approached about joining a hunting patrol with Ivybrook and Scorchclaw before the rain hit, Dappleshine had readily agreed. The storm clouds were gathering quickly, thickening with each passing moment as she flicked her tail to Scorchclaw's shoulder in acknowledgement of his orders as she passed by him. Nodding to Ivybrook before she stepped a few tail lengths further downstream, she stopped to watch the way the water swirled. This would be a good fishing spot, and hopefully the fish would come quickly, having not settled into the depths quite yet in the face of the coming storm.

She didn't have to wait long before a shadow crossed under the water, and she looped her paw under it, throwing it onto the shore. She quickly ended it, whispering a quiet thanks to StarClan before returning to her spot as the wind started to pick up in anticipation of the gathering storm.

Dappleshine attempted to catch Fish. Catch was successful! -3 SP.

Dappleshine:
60/60 HP
197/200 SP (-3)

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

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'Hunting Dice' : 4

Just shortly behind Scorchclaw, Ivybrook stopped to listen to what he had to say. Thankfully, he intended to get the patrol back to camp before they were struck by a downpour that would soak them to the bone. Nodding her head at the simple instructions, she headed in the opposite direction as Dappleshine, eyes scanning the water for the familiar flash of scales that indicated a fish was just below the surface of the water. Dipping her paw into the water swiftly, snagging the silver scaled fish and tossing it back onto land with ease. She nipped it quickly, turning her eyes back to the water to search for more prey.

Ivybrook successfully caught a fish, using -3 Stamina Points.

Ivybrook:
40/40 HP
117/120 SP

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

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'Hunting Dice' : 2

Scorchclaw assaulted frog. He missed.

OOC: To be edited

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

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'Hunting Dice' : 9

Hearing a rustling behind her, Dappleshine turned to see a bird pecking among the reeds. She dropped low, starting to stalk the creature carefully, hoping the wind didn't turn against her in the face of the storm. Luckily the wind stayed blowing towards her, and she pounced onto the bird without hesitation, sending a quiet thanks to StarClan for the two quick kills. She gathered the bird and fish she caught, and waited for Ivybrook and Scorchclaw to return to head back to camp.

Dappleshine attempted to catch Bird. Catch successful! -3 SP.

Dappleshine:
60/60 HP
194/200 SP

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

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'Hunting Dice' : 1

Keeping her eyes pointed straight down at the stream, Ivybrook kept the heels of her paws ready to bounce forward and catch a fish, should one make a close enough appearance for her to swipe it up successfully. Though it seemed like it took ages, she finally managed to catch sight of another fish, with the exact same coloration of the last one she'd found. Dipping her paw into the water again, she hardly had a chance to snag a claw on it before she heard the hissing of a raccoon directly behind her. Trying her best to think quickly, she turned and bit down on its striped tail, yanking as hard as she could in an attempt to send the raccoon into disarray. "Scorchclaw, Dappleshine!" She yelped through the thick fur still clamped between her maw.

Ivybrook failed to catch her fish, using -3 Stamina Points. Ivybrook used Tail Yank on the raccoon, dealing -3 Health Points and using -10 Stamina Points. The Raccoon is stunned for one turn.

Ivybrook:
40/40 HP
101/120 SP

Raccoon:
27/30 HP
300/300 SP

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

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'Hunting Dice' : 10

At Ivybrook's cry, Scorchclaw put up his tufted ears. The large deputy spun around, green gaze zeroing in on the warrior. From afar, he could make out the squirming, struggling beast in her jaws. Inadvertently, he let a hiss of irritation slip forth. It seemed a peaceful hunting patrol was too much to hope for, after all. He had better help Ivybrook dispatch of the creature as soon as possible, before anyone was hurt. Abandoning the trail scent he had been following, Scorchclaw bounded over to his clanmate's side. Ivybrook had exercised swift judgment in throwing the raccoon off balance before it could do any damage. Those things were small, but they were savage and crafty. Claws unsheathed, he delivered a series of merciless blows upon the creature's exposed back. Fur and flesh shredded beneath his paws, and blood spattered upon the sun-warmed gravel. "Dappleshine!" He called the other warrior, stepping aside to allow her room for an attack.


Scorchclaw used Rear Up to Slash, dealing 17 damage and costing 15 stamina.

Scorchclaw
100/100 HP
265/280 SP

Raccoon
10/30 HP
300/300 SP

Dappleshine's head shot up at the cries from Ivybrook, followed by Scorchclaw's commanding voice. Sprinting in the direction of their voices, she quickly gauged the situation as Scorchclaw made his blows. Balancing carefully on her hind legs, she waited a heartbeat for Scorchclaw to step off to the side before bring her front legs down onto the raccoon's head, and it stopped moving entirely. Her eyes swept over Ivybrook and Scrochclaw quickly, she didn't see any wounds on either of them, hopefully that was the case and they could get home swiftly. "Are you both alright? We should head back, if even the raccoon was out trying to get food this storm could be quite intense." She looked down at the lifeless raccoon before casting a glance around for any more. The coast seemed clear, but they should get back to camp quickly.

Dappleshine used Upright Lock, dealing 14 damage and costing 25 stamina. The raccoon can no longer fight.

Dappleshine
60/60 HP
169/200 SP (-25)

Raccoon
0/30 HP (-14)
300/300 SP