A Delicate Balance [closed]

Her fur was slightly ruffled from the cold, but she ignored it as she padded to the entrance of camp. A small patrol composed of only Stormbringer and herself was to set out shortly, a quick patrol to bring in as much prey as possible before the sun went down and the day became night. Patiently, she waited for the younger warrior to make her appearance so that they could set out. She was in no particular rush today, but escaping camp was something that she was constantly eager to do. Somehow, the river brought a sense of tranquility that she just couldn't achieve while in camp with all of her Clanmates. Her tail brushed the soft snow gently, a shiver running up her spine as she waited next to the reeds. Hopefully, Stormbringer would be ready soon, because she certainly was.

Ivybrook wasn't the only one ready to get out of camp. As soon as Stormbringer was informed of the patrol she was quick to get what she needed to done. She didn't take her time eating as she normally would. She choose to eat a small fish quickly, deciding that she would eat her fill later if they managed to catch enough for the clan considering the season.

It only took a moment for the gray warrior to approach her deputy. She greeted the gray tabby with a respectful dip of her head. "Ready to go." Followed her greeting.

Getting to her paws as soon as Stormbringer approached, Ivybrook nodded her head quickly and ducked out of camp. She weaved carefully between the small, chilly streams of water that would soon be frozen over. She'd chosen midday for their patrol in hopes that perhaps they could find some fish that weren't quite frozen to death. When they arrived beside the river, she motioned with a flick of her tail for them to approach it slowly, so that any prey wouldn't be disturbed. Then, she waited. It was quite a while before any fish passed under her watch, but when one finally did, she knew she was too late. It had already darted down deeper into the river, so perhaps next time she would have better luck.

Ivybrook attempted to catch a fish, using -5 Stamina Points.

Ivybrook:
100/100 HP
275/280 SP

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

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'Hunting Dice' : 7

Once they reached the water, Stormbringer followed Ivybrooks slow approach but choosing a spot a little bit further down stream so they would both have a chance to catch something. Just by looking at the water, the warrior could tell it was really cold. This was one of those points she wished she had a longer coat than she did. Curse her short fur.

Amber eyes stayed focused on the water, watching and waiting. As soon as a fish got where she could reach she flashed a paw into the cold water. As soon a she scooped up the fish she brought it out of the cold water, killing it quickly. A shiver crept up her spine from her paw being wet now, which made her even more cold.

Stormbringer attempted to catch a fish: Successful, -5 SP

Stormbringer:
195/200 SP

The member 'Reaper King' has done the following action : Dices roll

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'Hunting Dice' : 2

Offering nothing more than a slight nod at Stormbringer's successful catch, focusing back in on the ripples of the frigid water. She wanted so badly to just go back to before she'd had her kits, when life seemed to be a bit simpler and a lot easier. She tried abiding by the ideology that there was always something to learn in every situation, and there was always room to grow... By that logic, all she'd learned was not to have kits, simple as that. Happiness, the way that she had hoped to achieve it, was just impossible. Shiny scales caught her attention and she darted a paw quickly into the water, missing yet again. She was just having a horrible day.

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

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'Hunting Dice' : 8

Stormbringer didn't know what to say to her deputy to try and help the warrior feel better. She could tell there was a lot on the deputy's mind but she didn't know how to approach the subject or if she had the right too. Maybe Ivybrook would open up on her own... She didn't like that she couldn't help but it was best if she would just focus on hunting for now. Focus and luck seemed to be on her side today as she caught another fish.

Stormbringer attempted to catch a fish: Successful, - 5 SP

Stormbringer:
190/200

The member 'Reaper King' has done the following action : Dices roll

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'Hunting Dice' : 5

Frustration began to boil in Ivybrook's chest as she stared at her reflection in the water. For whatever reason, she couldn't seem to catch a single fish. Thoughts of her apprentice days began to cloud her mind, of how she could never be good enough. What on earth had convinced Torrentstar that she would make an even half-decent deputy? Shaking her head, she spotted movement out of the corner of her eye. Thinking quickly, she darted a paw out... Only to draw back in pain, a searing pain shooting up her foreleg. A hiss of pain escaped her maw as she limped backward, staring at the beige and black snake that she'd struck out at- and it had struck back.

Adder used Venom Strike, dealing -50 Health Points and using -60 Stamina Points. o lawd she poisoned

Ivybrook:
50/100 HP
270/280 SP

Adder:
10/10 HP
80/80 SP

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

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'Hunting Dice' : 10

Stormbringer looked over at the sound of Ivybrook's hiss. The sound distracted her from her fishing for a moment. She thought at first it was just a sound of frustration but seeing the black figure slipping out of the water was a different story... Dread filled her. She needed to kill that thing and fast, and then get Ivybrook back to camp. She didn't need the deputy dying because of possible venom. She raced over claws slashing out at the adder hoping to kill it swiftly.

Stormbringer used Front Paw Strike dealing a possible 11 damage, -10SP

Stormbringer:
60/60 HP
190/200 SP (-10)

Ivybrook:
50/100 HP
270/280 SP

Adder:
0/10 HP (-11)
80/80 SP


After her hit connected with the adder, and killed it just like she had hoped the warrior raced over to the deputy's side. "Are you alright?" She asked frantically. She quickly went to the deputies side. "Come on I will help you back to camp."

The member 'Reaper King' has done the following action : Dices roll

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'Effect Dice' : 2