For once it's nice to have something to look forward to announcing during the meeting. A couple among their ranks will take their very first steps to warriorhood. With everything that has gone on... Having these ceremonies is sure to lift spirits. After all, they've endured from what Shadowclan has thrown their way. Though, he can't say he's ready to bury the hatchet with them. In time maybe they'll come to tolerate their shadowy neighbor, but it would be unwise to be hostile towards them. Considering Shadowclan is not only allies with Windclan, but they have kin in Thunderclan as well. Skyclan was not mentioned among those who had Shadowclan kin, but either way... More than half of the clans had ties to Shadowclan. Riverclan would need to be wise in how they handled the situation. Another council meeting has to be held...
With a shake of his head, he clambers up the stump and begins,
Green eyes scan the crowd looking for the future apprentices in question. He can't help but smile when he sees them well groomed for the event. It isn't necessarily a requirement that future apprentices should be well groomed, but he figures moments like these are worth the hassle. I hope you all didn't make too much of a fuss.
Alas, that would now be Frostmoth's biggest challenge. For now, he had to move onto the next apprentice.
As for the last kit... Well they weren't really a kit for awhile now, but unfortunately last moon's meeting was held a couple of days before they reached six moons (again he feels bad about it) and it was more than a little awkward to be hosting a meeting just for one announcement... POINT IS! He can't help but feel a bit guilty about the whole situation and he was going to make amends. No future warrior should suffer because he failed to assign them a mentor in time. That is why he decided on one particular cat to look after Moonlitpaw. He motions said cat forward.
Continuing on with awkward ceremonies, or could he even consider this a ceremony? Curlpaw is moons older than six if I remember correctly, which still makes things pretty bad. A lot more worse than Moonlitpaw... YEAHHHHH Lets not think too much about it right now.
All the ceremonies and reassignments have concluded. It occurs to him that he should bring up how the patrol with Shadowclan and Windclan went, along with what they've learned. However, a selfish part of him wanted the clan to be in high spirits. At least, for a little while. I should at least bring it up, so no one thinks I've let it be brushed aside. It has been a moon since we've talked to Shadowclan. Nothing bad has been going on with the other clans last moon.
And now comes the difficult part.
Thunderclan being an ally of Shadowclan is enough to make the fur on his back bristle. The other clan seemed far too honorable to be aligned with Shadowclan. However, he didn't know much about Thunderclan in the first place. They more or less respected each other, so he would say that their relationship wasn't bad. There was nothing done on both sides to make their relationship strained. Although... Just because there was Shadowclan kin in Thunderclan, it didn't necessarily mean the two were allies. He's witnessed families go against one another despite sharing blood. The situation puts Riverclan in quite the pickle. The only other clan they could turn to is Skyclan, if thunder decides to side with shadow and wind. That is if Hawkstar is willing, considering they don't get along too well.
He looks for Frostmoth in the crowd. Then his gaze trails over each and every council member that has shown themselves.
A moment of silence passes before the silver leader speaks up again.
With a shake of his head, he clambers up the stump and begins,
"Riverclan please gather for a very special day."
He cares not if some warriors decide not to listen, but he hopes the ones who did were the ones who were going to be celebrated today. "As mentioned, Today is a very special day. A special day for three members of our clan. They've reached the age of six moons and will now commence their training as apprentices."
Green eyes scan the crowd looking for the future apprentices in question. He can't help but smile when he sees them well groomed for the event. It isn't necessarily a requirement that future apprentices should be well groomed, but he figures moments like these are worth the hassle. I hope you all didn't make too much of a fuss.
"Lavenderkit , or should I say Lavenderpaw... I'll cut to the chase since you've been trying to leave camp for moons now. Frostmoth will be your mentor."
It was a bit of a surprise when the deputy came to him and demanded that Lavenderkit be his apprentice. And who was Pikestar to deny such a demand? Frostmoth was more than ready for an apprentice and has worked tirelessly. He more than earned his right in selecting who should be his apprentice. If anything, he was curious how the deputy would wrangle in Lavenderkit. After all, that little one has been trying to sneak out before or convince a warrior to take them out of camp.Alas, that would now be Frostmoth's biggest challenge. For now, he had to move onto the next apprentice.
"As for you, Jackdawpaw... I've decided Mudpool will be your mentor."
All he can hope is that Jackdawpaw's parents don't skin him alive for the choice. Mudpool is by no means a horrid choice for their child. The warrior has been nothing but loyal, helping others whenever they can. Perhaps not the strongest like Adderfang or Pineheart, but they have a good head on their shoulders.As for the last kit... Well they weren't really a kit for awhile now, but unfortunately last moon's meeting was held a couple of days before they reached six moons (again he feels bad about it) and it was more than a little awkward to be hosting a meeting just for one announcement... POINT IS! He can't help but feel a bit guilty about the whole situation and he was going to make amends. No future warrior should suffer because he failed to assign them a mentor in time. That is why he decided on one particular cat to look after Moonlitpaw. He motions said cat forward.
"I apologize for the delay in your training Moonlitpaw. I can't make up for time, but there is a warrior I know who will more than make up for it. They have more than proven themselves as such. Dogflicker will be your mentor."
I hope you won't be too hard on Moonlitpaw. I've heard of your actions during the Shadowclan raid, but you've got a way with words. Oh, Moonlitpaw... Don't be afraid to tell Dogflicker when she's wrong.Continuing on with awkward ceremonies, or could he even consider this a ceremony? Curlpaw is moons older than six if I remember correctly, which still makes things pretty bad. A lot more worse than Moonlitpaw... YEAHHHHH Lets not think too much about it right now.
"Curlpaw. It has come to my attention that you are in need of a proper mentor. You've done well in learning from your peers, but having a mentor dedicated solely to you alone would further your skills. The warrior who will take over your training will be Smokewreath. They have more than enough moons of experience to pass onto you. However, I believe that the both of you will bring out the best in one another."
All the ceremonies and reassignments have concluded. It occurs to him that he should bring up how the patrol with Shadowclan and Windclan went, along with what they've learned. However, a selfish part of him wanted the clan to be in high spirits. At least, for a little while. I should at least bring it up, so no one thinks I've let it be brushed aside. It has been a moon since we've talked to Shadowclan. Nothing bad has been going on with the other clans last moon.
"While today's ceremonies have concluded... There are still some things left unsaid. Last moon the other clans have left us alone, which has allowed us to recover without too much worry. We've even welcomed new clanmates since then. Riverclan has endured. Shadowclan may have wounded us, stolen our herbs, but they have not taken our perseverance."
And now comes the difficult part.
"I... Riverclan hasn't forgotten what they've done to us. We do not have to forgive them either. What we must do is tread carefully. Shadowclan has kin in both Windclan and Thunderclan. Their leader, Sablestar has shared this with those of us on the Shadowclan patrol. When I led the patrol to Windclan, a member of Dustystar's council stated that Shadowclan has been nice to them. When Dustystar arrived later, and when I had warned her of Shadowclan... She ushered us away. That being said, Windclan and Shadowclan are allies. Thunderclan I can't say for certain, until Juniperstar herself confirms it."
Thunderclan being an ally of Shadowclan is enough to make the fur on his back bristle. The other clan seemed far too honorable to be aligned with Shadowclan. However, he didn't know much about Thunderclan in the first place. They more or less respected each other, so he would say that their relationship wasn't bad. There was nothing done on both sides to make their relationship strained. Although... Just because there was Shadowclan kin in Thunderclan, it didn't necessarily mean the two were allies. He's witnessed families go against one another despite sharing blood. The situation puts Riverclan in quite the pickle. The only other clan they could turn to is Skyclan, if thunder decides to side with shadow and wind. That is if Hawkstar is willing, considering they don't get along too well.
"Riverclan can't afford to act recklessly."
He looks for Frostmoth in the crowd. Then his gaze trails over each and every council member that has shown themselves.
"That being said, I would like to thank our council for all the hard work they've done as well as the sacrifices they've made."
It's not an apology. It could never be. He would not give an apology like this. He would rather them all meet again and discuss. If anything, this is just his way of saying thank you. Gratitude wouldn't end there however. "I also want to thank each and everyone of you. For those who searched for herbs, watched over our camp, checked our borders, trained our apprentices, and repaired our dens."
A moment of silence passes before the silver leader speaks up again.
"This concludes our meeting. Frostmoth will be arranging our patrols shortly. Once again, thank you."
This time he hopes Frostmoth takes no offense to the suddenness of the order as he retreats to his den. Have I done well? Is this enough? Or is it just the start?-
CONGRATS TO OUR NEW APPRENTICES!!!
@lavenderkit -> @Frostmoth
@Jackdawkit -> Mudpool
@Moonlitpaw -> @dogflicker
AND TO CURLPAW'S MENTOR ASSIGNMENT!!! (I'm so sorry Curlpaw he gave you a mentor so late sniffs)
@Curlpaw -> @Smokewreath
Just a note but this meeting takes place before the patrols. -
PIKESTAR— leader of riverclan, former shipyard cat
♱ 38 moons — he/him — ages realistically on the 1st
♱ speech is"#00caa2"— thoughts are italics — attacks are underlined
♱ short haired silver mackerel tabby with green eyes
♱ peaceful & healing powerplay permitted — underline & tag when attacking
♱ penned by velou — kasaven on discord — open to plots & dms
