Soft rain dripped down on a stone, the gentle pitter patter of each droplet causing a ripple in a small dent in the rock. It would over fill and flow down into the Skyclan apprentice den. A fluffy white paw reached forward and let the rain drops gather on it before drawing back and being lapped up by a light pink tongue. Hickorypaw had been laying in the den for what seemed like forever. The rain never seemed to cease.
His orange gaze peered out of the den. The rain was light enough that he wouldn’t be totally soaked if he went out for a bit. The sun was actually visible for the first time in days. Hickorypaw didn’t even growl as a fading ray flashed across his face. The moon would soon be the only light left but the young tom needed to get out of camp for a bit. He slipped out into night, seemingly, unnoticed.
A soft purr rumbled from the apprentice’s chest. The heat of Greenleaf seemed to be fading, and the cool breeze was happily welcomed from Hickorypaw. He momentarily thought about hunting for the clan, but his mind was quickly changed as he saw the glistening moonlight dancing across the creek that ran through the Skyclan territory.
Swiftly the young tom moved to the bank of the creek. Hickorypaw dipped his toes into the water. It was gentle and cold to the touch. His vibrant orange eyes watched the small current as he contemplated slipping into the creek for a nice little swim. He gathered the courage to slip into the cold water; there was plenty of debris for him to cling to if swimming turned into a bad idea for him.
The young tom treaded the water for a bit, it proved to be a nice work out for the apprentice. Hickorypaw was exiting the water when the soft silvery light of the moon highlighted a dark figure moving through the trees. His warm, joyful gaze quickly turned cold and angry. There was a stench in the air he had never noticed before. Quickly and quietly, he scaled a tree. He had gotten rather good at that since participating in more patrols.
The dark figure lumbered through the forest with a heavy lope. It’s nose down on the ground. Large huffs escaping from it every few minutes. Hickorypaw bit back a growl; the beast was heading right towards camp. He moved swiftly from one branch to another until he was right above the beast. He dropped slightly into a crouch and rocked on his hunches a bit, before leaping down onto the dark figure. Hickorypaw sank his claws into the beast’s back followed by his sharp teeth into its scruff.
Hickorypaw used Bite and Hold on the dog for -6 HP and -15 EP (Dog is held for 2 turns)
Hickorypaw: 20 HP / 45 (-15) EP
Dog: 94 (-6) HP / 200 EP (Held 1/2)
The weight of something dropping on its back made the dog stumble. A howl rang through the forest as razor sharp teeth and nails pierced through its skin. The dog violently threw his body around trying to knock the intruder off his back. The cat’s tail fell into range and the dog bit down trying to pull the vicious attacker off, but its sharp teeth removed the bit of the tail it was clamped onto.
Dog used thrash on Hickorypaw for -10 HP and -15 EP Dog: 94 HP / 185 (-15) EP (Held 2/2)
Hickorypaw: 10 (-10) HP / 45 EP
A sharp pain shot through Hickorypaw’s body and his grip on the dog loosened causing him to fall off the beast. His eyes landed on his tail as he picked himself up off the grown. Blood covered his smokey blonde tail. A soft groan escaped his maw. He bit back tears as he forced himself to move towards the beast.
He darted towards the dog and threw his body full force into one of the legs of the dog knocking him off balance. Hickorypaw took a few steps back trying to figure out what to do.
Hickorypaw used Trip on the dog for -5 HP (plus -6 from 2nd hold) and -15 EPHickorypaw: 10 HP / 30 (-15) EP
Dog: 83 (-5 + -6) HP / 170 EP
The dog stumbled again. His head smacked against a tree, and it took him a few moments to orientate himself again.
Dog is stunned
Dog: 83 HP / 170 EP
Hickorypaw: 10 HP / 30 EP
Hickorypaw quickly ran back to the dog while it was dazed. His full weight crashed into the dog’s head and dropped it to the ground. A little triumphant huff flowed from the apprentice as the large beast hit the ground.
Hickorypaw used Leap and Hold on the dog for for -5 HP and -15 EP dog is stunned for 1 turnHickorypaw: 10 HP / 15 (-15) EP
Dog: 78 (-5) HP / 170 EP (stunned 1/1)
The cat was distracted by its ability to knock the dog down and the bigger animal was able to grab the small back leg of its opponent. A satisfying snap let the dog know he had a firm hold and he sent his small attacker flying off of him.
Dog used Iron Bite on Hickorypaw for -20 HP and -30 EPDog: 78 HP / 140 (-30) EP
Hickorypaw: -10 (-20) HP / 15 EP (KO Pending)
The sharp pointed teeth that connected with Hickorypaw’s leg made him jump, trying to free his leg, but the snapping of bone sent him into a frenzy of claws and teeth trying to free himself from the larger animal’s grip. He was unable to free himself and before he knew it his body was tumbling in the dirt. Tears were fully steaming down his face.
Hickorypaw tried to use dodge and failed -3 HP and -10 EPHickorypaw: KO’d
Dog: 78 HP / 140 EP
Hickorypaw’s fiery orange gaze burned hot as the dog stood to his feet. Its vicious yellow gaze met the young tom’s. Blood trickled down its body as it menacingly stalked toward the apprentice. Its head held low and the young tom’s scarlet red blood dripping from the dog’s mouth. Pearly white fangs bared as the dog snarled inching closer to its attacker.
The young tom tried to move but his body was in too much pain. Hickorypaw’s ears pinned back, and he hissed as the dog got closer.
“No, NO I wont die like this!!!” He cried out as the dog snapped its jaws toward the tom,
“That...that dead clan cat... isn’t right!!!” The forest around him was spinning and the dog was standing over him. Its hot breath clung to his face, and he felt like he was suffocating in its stench. He closed his eyes and laid his head on the ground. This was it; his life was over just like the sibling the starclan cat had told him about. His fate was sealed in his own blood….
(Little Note: Sorry if some of it is hard to read everyone decided to come sit outside and talk at insane volumes during half of this post T-T. If I got something messed up or anything let me know)
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