Open Meeting Camp RC CHAMBER OF REFLECTION — DECEMBER MEETING

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{$title} Pikestar holds a meeting in which he asks three cats to join the council
It should bring him relief, to have so many new warriors among their ranks, and yet… He can't help but think about Russetfall. She collapsed from exhaustion due to his failings to decide on who should join RiverClan's council. He couldn't help but wonder if it was this reason why they decided to step down. That it was his indecision that drew them away. How they shouldered everything for him back then because he was frightened. Frightened of making the wrong choice. However, he should've never let it consume him. Choosing nothing only made others step up and make decisions for him.

This time it was Russetfall who suffered the most. Why? The question plagued him. Why did she push herself to this extent? Why didn't she step down? Why did she continue to believe in him? Eventually he came to a terrible realization. It was not out of belief or out of responsibility. The answer had always been desire. Russetfall helped him and drove herself into exhaustion because she wanted this home to flourish. She didn't want it to collapse and to find a new one.

You Fish-brain… Don't you want to live in it? How could you see the RiverClan we'll make if you work yourself to death?

The small smile he casts towards the clan doesn't quite reach the light in his eyes. However, there are things to be done. I will make things right. A long silver tail gestures for his sibling to step forward. "Kuhli, I've heard nothing but good news since you've joined our clan. All the hard work you've put in shows. You no longer need a warrior to shadow, but there's still much to learn. Warriors continue to grow, and someday you'll have an apprentice of your own to pass down your knowledge and skills." Maybe in a moon or two. We have a lot of kittens running around. We'll need to focus on food the most.

"Eelbrook will be your warrior name, just like you've requested. A name meant to honor us and your previous life." The expression on Eelbrook's face is difficult to distinguish. However, he finds that he's more concerned with how strange this is. The cat who is looking at him is the very same cat that freaked out when crossing the stepping stones. And yet they have a new air to them. It was intriguing. Nevertheless, he must move forward.

He turns his head to his sister. "Brook. You joined RiverClan with Kuhli and have worked just as hard." I can't deny that. Even if I have a hard time getting along with you. He chuffs, "I've gotten many reports of your relentless need to find answers." Most of the time the reports are given to him with exasperation. Especially when it comes from Frostmoth. He always feels a bit sorry for those who have to deal with his brother. They may look alike, but they couldn't be more different. Perhaps that is why stare at him and leave his den with a sigh.

"It's because of your vocal nature and conviction that I have decided on the name Brookstorm as your warrior name." You better like it. It's not a bad name, y'know? I can be nice and not give a terrible name. Brookstorm even sounds cool. Maybe a little too cool for you. "My only advice to you is not to lose sight of your surroundings while finding the answers you seek."

Regardless of whether or not Brookstorm will be baffled by the advice, he flicks his tail to signal Aurora to step forward.

She is an interesting one to put it lightly. Not just because of the unusual circumstances that brought her and a few others to RiverClan, but how she's been intertwined with them since. She had no obligation to be kind to them nor assist them again and again. While she did bring the clan kits, more mouths to feed with Poseidon, it wasn't done out of ill intent. She truly wanted the best for these kits and decided to join afterward. Aurora was practically a warrior in his eyes. There was no additional proof needed.

"Aurora. Even though you haven't spent much time within RiverClan, you have already proven yourself to me. From the very beginning you have shown compassion and selflessness. Not once did you turn away from those in need. You have the spirit of a warrior through and through. I am forever grateful you chose to stay here and be part of our clan. I can only hope the name I've decided for you is enough to express my gratitude."

He takes a deep breath, then exhales. "From now on you will be known as Sleekshark. I hope you'll continue lend a paw to this clan, but please ask for help when you need it." The name shouldn't be too surprising since she requested for the suffix shark within her name. He can only remember being shocked when she specifically requested for a suffix and not a prefix. I think you're the first one to ask for the other part of a name. Then again it's not like Aurorashark makes sense… Well it sounds nice, but I have no idea whether or not that means something bad or good. I thought Sleekshark sounded elegant.

As for the next cat to be called forward, he isn't sure what to make of the situation. Heather had been brought to him by Galerunner and Pebbledream. She knew about their clan already and he assumed it was due to Galerunner seeing as though they were friendly with one another. By all accounts he should've turned her away considering they already welcomed so many new mouths to feed, but she was expecting. She needed help. He wouldn't turn her away, even if it strained the clan as a result. He's certain no one was against the idea of her joining the clan.

What was peculiar? Well… Heather had become distant as of late. It seemed as though something weighed on her mind. He was not close to her, but he knew that she recently left her home. Maybe she misses it? This line of thought was the only thing that had made sense to him, and for that reason he decided her name should be something that reflected her previous home. "Heather, I understand that you wanted to change your name to reflect your decision to live here?"

The light brown molly nods. "Your new name will be Heatherfield. Leaving an old home is a difficult choice, no matter the circumstance. This name honors what was left behind for a brighter future for you and your kits." Oh, if only he knew what transpired between Heather and Ivytwist. If he had known… He would've thought twice about mentioning a bright future. After all, the bright future she desired was never meant to be.

Nevertheless, he tilts his head to an older brown tom with green eyes. Unlike Aurora and Drizzlepaw, his beginnings in this clan were tumultuous. He had waltzed into their camp as if he owned it after all. Frostmoth and Pebbledream were rightfully justified in their rage. It didn't help either that Captain goaded the young deputy. Even if the tom was not leader he was next in line. The older male had to show respect. His life would be in Frostmoth's paws in the future, and the warrior was not as soft as he was.

"Captain." A beat. "Ploverslip will be your new name." The name bears no resemblance to his previous name. It is only due to Wavesong that he knows what a Captain is. Captain means someone who leads. The older tom before him certainly cuts a path behind him. However, Pikestar can't help but recall how the older tom carried himself. Rushing past the biting words of Frostmoth and hiss of Pebbledream with ease.

Back at the shipyard there was a small bird that sprinted about in strange patterns. "You are named after a small bird from our old home, the Shipyard. They are clever hunters and extremely difficult to catch. The way you carry yourself reminds me of them. There will be cats who underestimate you, but you have plenty of fight in you. I believe you'll slip past their eyes and show them the cost of being too proud."

While he can't promise that RiverClan will never find themselves in a fight with another clan, he understands that cats like Ploverslip are needed. Their wisdom and experience could be passed down to others. Even if there was some friction between Ploverslip and some clanmates, they could learn a great deal from one another.

Only two left. Two more warriors to add to our ranks, but these two have practically waited for moons to be named warriors. Your mentors taught you well, and for one of you… I hope you can forgive us for the decision we made. Maybe not now, but someday. I'd like to think things are a little better since you requested something.

He shakes his head. There was more, much more left to say.

"Lavenderpaw, please step forward." It hits him. She was part of the first litter born in this new home of theirs. For a moment she is not a fully grown molly, she is a kit nestled by her parents side. He remembers the first time he saw her take in their new home. The sparkle in her eyes burned into his mind. The way he would walk with Willowburn sometimes and see Lavenderpaw follow, how she would watch him. Attentive to the subtle shifts in the air.

Then, he sees her. A full grown molly. Seconds away from claiming her right as a warrior. She is not his, but he can't help but feel a twinge of sadness. It really has been that long, huh? "You are one of the first cats born here. You only know of our old home through stories, but even so… I've watched your training and see how you've grown, and what I can say is that everything turned out all right. Maybe you will grieve not having the experience of the Shipyard, but there are so many who don't, and more who won't ever know."

His gaze shifts to her parents for a brief moment. He knows they will kill him if he gave her a terrible name, but he can only hope the name he decided on was something not only they liked, but one Lavender could say proudly. "You are proof that life can still spring from destruction and uncertainty. For that reason and for your attentiveness your new name will be Lavenderspring." What will you do now? I hope the place your paws lead you isn't one with too much grief, especially with that Thunderclanner you're close with.

With a nod, he looks at Thunderpaw. She was originally meant to graduate last moon, but it had been decided by the council that it was best for her to be held back. Initially it was a rocky situation, but with Poseidon's presence she was happier. From what he could tell the pair had eyes for one another, which was amusing and heartwarming to see. He had high hopes for the pair. They really seemed to bring out the best in one another.

"Despite everything that's happened since last moon, you have shown me grit. There were also other sides of you that were able to blossom since then. If you are still enraged by the decision we made, feel free to. I'm not asking or demanding forgiveness. Just know that I am truly happy seeing you grow and give the warrior name you requested."

The silver leader takes a deep breath. "From now on you will be known as Thunderstorm." Green eyes refuse to look at Galerunner. Instead he focuses his attention on the mass of cats below him. "Storm is the name of her father. A tom whose death led to the loss of Sunnysplash, the mother of Thunderstorm and Galerunner." He lets the words settle into the ears of his clanmates.

Speaking of another's situation is a path to be walked carefully after all.

"Thunderstorm requested this name as a promise. A promise that she will not bear the weight of the past. To be a living memory of those who aren't here anymore."

The silence he's met with is suffocating. He knows his clan has their reservations. Did they think he should've denied her request? That it was just as bad as the name Howlingkit. Even though he made her new name official, ultimately the name was one she decided on herself.

"Now we'll move onto our new apprentices."

While five is a decent amount, he is well aware that next moon they will have double the amount of apprentices. Apprentices who need mentors. Thankfully, the clan has a bulk of warriors who weren't currently training any apprentices. However, they were young. We can't afford to wait for them to gain more experience. We just have to take a chance, and I know who to start off with. Who will show they'll be ready to train an apprentice of their own quickly.

A well groomed (as much as Pikestar could fight the curled fur) chocolate looked up at him. It was the child he took as his own. A child he could take under his paw as his apprentice, but he knew it wouldn't be best for them. "Pricklekit, from now on you'll be known as Pricklepaw. The warrior who will be your mentor is Crescentmoon. I trust that Crescentmoon will teach you everything you need to know and more if you ask nicely." He looks at Crescentmoon and nods. Whatever she decided was best for Pricklepaw to become the best warrior he could be… He would support. She wouldn't do something cruel.

His gaze lingers for a few seconds, before moving onto Buck-kit. He signals the kit to step forward with a flick of his tail. "You will be called Buckpaw from now on, until you receive your warrior name. Your mentor will be Damselflyfrost. He is an excellent swimmer and hunter. I have complete faith she will bring out the best in you." The leader doesn't mention the standards Damselflyfrost may place on Buckpaw. That was something for the pair to work through and come to an agreement of sorts.

Quickly he snaps his head to a blue rosette kit, a child of Willowburn. "Cloudkit, you'll be called Cloudpaw until you complete your training. Your mentor will be Littlebrook." She is a responsible cat. He doesn't have the best relationship with her, but he knows that Littlebrook had a positive relationship with Pineheart. A former member of the RiverClan council. If Pineheart liked her, then I shouldn't have any reason to worry. I trust her. "Listen to what she has to say, the skills she will pass down are essential."

With a wave of a paw he signals Bloomkit forward. "Bloomkit, you are ready to become an apprentice. As Bloompaw your mentor will be Wavesong. She already has experience with training one apprentice, so I know you'll do well under her care." I hope this isn't too soon for you Wavesong, but I wouldn't ask you this if there wasn't a better choice.

The last apprentice is an intriguing one. Poseidon had joined the clan quickly after Sleekshark, but they were significantly younger than the bulk of the former campground kittypets. This meant he would have to be given a mentor to deduce what kind of training they required.

In all honesty he had very little reason to take in Poseidon. The only reason why he was taken in was because of Thunderstorm. Their relationship bore fruit it seemed when Poseidon began calling himself Drizzlepaw. It surprised the leader seeing as no one had ever done this before. It was also clear to him that Drizzlepaw was serious about being part of this clan. I guess I should make it official.

A silver tail flicks towards Drizzlepaw. "Poseidon was your old name and you've since taken on a clan name. I will honor your wishes and everyone will do the same. You are Drizzlepaw, and you are in need of a mentor. Your mentor will be Hydrangeabloom. He is kind and attentive. He is also one of RiverClan's weavers. If you would like to become a weaver feel free to ask."

Usually this is where a meeting would end. The cats below him are exhausted from hearing him drone on, he's certain of it. However, he can't end it now. Not with hearing the whispers of RiverClan's future passing from their lips. Of hearing Russetfall's collapse multiple times. Of Jinglemoon pulling him to the side, furious with him. Of Frostmoth practically begging for him to do something. This needed to come to an end. He spoke with Frostmoth about increasing their council. About what their clan needed most of all. They couldn't keep this up anymore.

Pikestar rises to his paws, steadying himself for what's to come. "RiverClan. With Russetfall resting, the increase of our numbers, and threats from other clans… It has been decided to add new council members to our ranks. The cats selected to join us are reliable and they only want the best for this clan."

We can't afford to take any risks now. Hopefully they accept, or… Or… We'll figure it out. One way or another.

"If they accept, I would like RiverClan to welcome Pebbledream, Willowburn, and Smokewreath as our new Life Guards."

  • A long and late meeting for the month! The meeting agenda is below to get a quick gist of what happened during this meeting! Congrats to the new life guards!!! <3

    NEW LIFEGUARDS (if they accept):
    @pebbledream.
    @Smokewreath
    @willowburn

    NEW WARRIORS:
    — Thunderpaw -> Thunderstorm
    — Lavenderpaw -> Lavenderspring

    NAME CHANGES:
    — Kuhli -> Eelbrook
    — Brook -> Brookstorm
    — Aurora -> Sleekshark
    — Heather -> Heatherfield
    — Captain -> Ploverslip
    — Poseidon -> Drizzlepaw

    NEW APPRENTICES:
    — Pricklepaw -> Crescentmoon
    — Buckpaw -> Damselflyfrost
    — Cloudpaw -> Littlebrook
    — Bloompaw -> Wavesong
    — Drizzlepaw -> Hydrangeabloom
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    ♱ peaceful & healing powerplay permitted — underline & tag when attacking
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PEBBLEDREAM ──
riverclan | warrior
As usual, Pebbledream is amongst the first RiverClan cats to gather at the Pikestar's call, ready as ever to lend their paws for whatever task might be assigned to them. They can tell by the look on their leader's face that his mind has dwelled on important matters - Pebbledream's ears remain turned in his direction, eager to listen.

The first topic that Pikestar calls attention to is one that brings a hint of a smile to Pebbledream's face. Kuhli and Brook - no, Eelbrook and Brookstorm… A small purr rumbles in their throat. Of course Eelbrook would have requested something with "brook" in the name, always thinking of their kin. And Brookstorm… truly a fitting name to match her personality. Pebbledream wishes they had thought of "storm" themself back when Brookstorm had playfully asked what Pebbledream would choose for her… ah well. That's why they aren't in charge of such things.
Aurora is next, renamed to Sleekshark, and Heather is given the name Heatherfield. Captain is now called Ploverslip, and Pebbledream is glad that he's rid of his old name, though they won't dare voice that out loud. He'd certainly given everyone a scare barging into camp the way he did, but if Pikestar accepts him, then Pebbledream will too. Begrudgingly.

Finally, Lavenderpaw and Thunderpaw become full warriors, earning their respective full names as Lavenderspring and Thunderstorm. In the few moments of silence that follows, Pebbledream fills it with the chant of the new warriors' names. "Eelbrook! Brookstorm! Sleekshark! Heatherfield! Ploverslip! Lavenderspring! Thunderstorm!" Wow. They're going to be out of breath by the end of this meeting - Pikestar hasn't even named the new apprentices yet… the huff that escapes them as they finish, however, does not in any way diminish the glint of pride in their eyes as they look toward Pikestar's siblings, nor the way that their smile grows ever so slightly. They've formed a friendship of sorts with both of them, and to see them given their warrior names and officially welcomed into the Clan warms their heart amidst the chill of leaf-bare.

Next, the new apprentices. Pebbledream nods along as each of them are assigned to their respective mentors, cheering along when allowed. "Pricklepaw! Buckpaw! Cloudpaw! Bloompaw! Drizzlepaw!"
Finally done,
Pebbledream thinks, and they're about to rise to their paws, expectant to hear Pikestar's dismissal and the crowd begin to disperse. But this is not the case. Blue eyes widen slightly as Pikestar continues, and they remain sat, their ear twitching with curiosity.

Of course. Pikestar's council. Pebbledream waits eagerly, briefly scanning the crowd of their Clanmates. There are many strong and capable warriors here, those who have the spirit and voices that are needed to lend a paw in holding the reins of RiverClan. Blue eyes glance back at Pikestar as he calls three names - the first of which makes Pebbledream's heart skip a beat.
My name…? He… Pikestar wants me on his council…?

They rise to their paws, taking a moment to steady themself before they pad up to him, gazing upward at his form that stands upon his leaders' perch. Their chest is puffed out with pride, and there is a rare show of emotion upon their features as their fangs peek out in a grin. Closing their eyes, they bow respectfully before Pikestar, sweeping their tail close to them as they do so.

"I am honored to be offered such a position within RiverClan, and I accept. I promise to do all I can to aid you, Pikestar - and to keep my Clanmates safe." Yes. Perhaps this is what they have been lacking, recently… the void within them that begs to be filled with something new, something exciting, surely this will be just what they need to keep themself on their toes. Knowing that Pikestar trusts them enough to recruit them to his council makes their heart sing, and they feel as though they're soaring through the clouds as they sit back down to watch the others who'd been called upon, Willowburn and Smokewreath. They'll have to grow more acquainted with them all now that they're expected to work with them - Pebbledream will do everything they can to ensure that this council lasts. No falling apart like the last one had.
a steadfast spirit, never to stall

  • ooc:
  • "speaking" | thinking | action
 
CRESCENTMOON


PEARL DIVER, DIVE, DIVE, DIVE, DEEPER
xRIVERCLAN WARRIORx|| 17 MOONS

☆ ADDER X WAVESONG | littermates with Rushingtide
☆ Mentored by Willowburn
☆ A mild mannered albino child, fur carries a permenant wave from growing up at the shipyard. Currently growing into her inherited anger while dealing with frustration for feeling behind in comparison to his peers.
☆ penned by Juice↛ Ouijeejuice on discord, feel free to dm for plots.​
Crescentmoon lingers between cats as they all gather under Pikestar's call. Whiskers twitch nervously as he wonders if this would be the time when his siblings would be called upon, Pikestar was unpredictable at times. In some aspects she enjoyed it, though it left him rather nervous that her darling younger siblings might be called up before their time. Thankfully, they don't seem to be finely groomed for the occasion and he feels his shoulders sag ever so slightly in relief over this fact. Nothing seems too out of the ordinary so far, though he glances at the newly named warriors, once former apprentices. "Eelbrook! Brookstorm! Sleekshark! Heatherfield! Ploverslip! Lavenderspring! Thunderstorm!" Each name spills forth from her maw, she's almost certain that he's going to trip up on some of them given how many there were to chant. Thankfully he doesn't, no name is swapped with another, there's no awkward pause as he tries to gasp for air, small victories.

When her own name is called he has to admit that there's a surge of shock in his system. Given how long it took for her to become a warrior there was a low expectation that she would be given the honour of mentoring at all, much less at such a young age! With Pikestar's wayward kid too? Paranoia convinced her that this was given out of pity, though he squared his shoulders and accepted this opportunity with as much grace as he can muster. "I'll do my best" he meows with a slight twinge of wobbliness in her tone. Were they supposed to sit next to each other after the formalities of Pricklepaw's ceremony was done? Well, she supposed so.

"Buckpaw! Cloudpaw! Bloompaw! Drizzlepaw!" He chants and then adds a softer "Pricklepaw" towards the new apprentice, he didn't see the point in yelling the poor kids name when they were right next to him. They weren't done yet, as much as Crescentmoon was itching to take Pricklepaw out into the world and start trying to train them. Offers were given for new life guards, Pebbledream and Smokewreath were fine enough choices (though he wasn't particularly fond of Smokewreath.) Instead her gaze fixates on his former mentor, wondering if Willowburn will accept.
 
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Their fur is groomed as neatly as Pikestar could manage, with a few unruly curls still tangling together in stubborn refusal to budge. Green eyes are visible for once, the barest sliver of them showing beneath mostly-tamed bangs, as Pricklekit tips their head back to smile up at the leader. He looks so cool addressing the clan like this, like a real leader, and Pricklekit's paws shift in place. Anticipation coursed through their body, igniting every nerve with rarely-felt restless energy, as they wait for their own name to be called. But first the leader renames some of their newest joiners. Aurora is amongst them, the nice molly receiving a new name that doesn't sound quite as kind as she is. Sleekshark sounds… scary. But then some others are named—Captain, Brook, Kuhli, Heather, and even the apprentice who had come with Aurora and the kits gets a new name. Poseidon is now Drizzlepaw, and Pricklekit cheers his name just as loudly as they do all the others'. Next up are two new warriors, Lavenderspring and Thunderstorm, and they receive the same amount of excitement from the chocolate-splashed kit.

Beside them sits Howlingkit, of course, and in the moment before Pikestar announces their name and looks them in the eye, Pricklekit shifts closer to her. She'll probably be so lonely in the nursery without them, since they'll be so busy being an apprentice, but they've already promised to return as often as they can for naptime or just to update her on their brand-new adventures. "Don' worry," they try to assure their friend, "I'll save you a nest right by me, okay?" And it'll be the most comfortable nest they can find, in the warmest spot, beside the nicest other apprentices. With a sigh, the soon-to-be apprentice turns their attention back to Pikestar, who is looking directly at them now. Their name is called, and they are named Pricklepaw and handed off to Crescentmoon for training. They depart from Howlingkit's side with a bump of their forehead to her shoulder, and move to greet Crescentmoon.

Their new mentor is lanky and pale as moonlight, so different from themself that Pricklepaw hesitates for a moment before approaching her. But then she moves, and all the excess fluff coating her frame is cast in light—maybe she's not so different from them, after all. They pad up to her just as she responds to Pikestar, saying that she'll do her best, and Pricklepaw looks up at him with a smile. "Hi! 'm Prickleki—uh, Pricklepaw!" The formality is unnecessary, of course, because they've met Crescentmoon before. But still, she intimidates them, just a bit, and they want to be the best apprentice they can be. So they grin, and they settle down beside the older tom to wait for the meeting to be over. "What're we gonna do first?" They don't ask anything further, because the meeting is still finishing up with Pikestar inviting more warriors to be a part of his council, but the eagerness still shows plainly on their face.

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PRICKLEPAW
THEY/THEM, RIVERCLAN APPRENTICE
stocky, fluffy chocolate and white apprentice with thick fur hiding their eyes. oblivious and naïve, yet determined to do the best they possibly can as an apprentice.
enhanced sense of smell ; gets nauseous easily
sibling to branchkit, hollykit, saffronkit, skykit ; adopted by pikestar
mentored by crescentmoon
peaceful or healing powerplay is allowed ; they appreciate physical contact
played by foxlore
 
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There is something akin to an expectation that drives Rushingtide to pay closer attention to this particular meeting. His younger siblings may not be of age yet, but there were several others to be made into apprentices today. Deep down, he hoped he would be picked; a chance to prove himself. That's what he needed, wanted so desperately. A chance.

The name changes mean little to him, in that regard. He acknowledges them with the twitch of his whiskers, storing them in his memory. ( After so many changes since the formation of RiverClan, these are nothing ). He waits hungrily for the moment Pikestar decides it's time to give the kits their new names, to pair them with warriors who would train them for six moons.

Some apprentices earn their warrior names. Whatever, really. And then the actual moment he's been waiting for begins. With each clanmate that earns their new name, each warrior that is called to mentor them, his stomach drops.

He must look so pitiful, so pathetic; and he feels foolish, to have kept his hopes up for something that so obviously wouldn't happen. Because he's nothing more than a ghost— a reminder of Adder.

That only proves to be true when his own littermate is called forth, to mentor Pikestar's own child. Not him— of course it's not him. It's his late bloomer of a littermate, the one who looks nothing like their father. The one who doesn't look like a reflection of a killer.

His expression contorts into something ugly, then. The glare Rushingtide throws at Pikestar is blazing, furious; if the silver tom locks eyes with him, he will feel the burning heat behind orange eyes. The chocolate warrior doesn't hide his frustration ( why should he? ), lips twitching as he struggles to keep himself from baring his teeth. It's a childish reaction, but he can't help it.

He is nothing but a pale imitation, and it hurts to know that's all he'll ever be.

Rushingtide's breath catches in his throat as he turns towards his pale-furred littermate, watching as she talks to Pricklepaw. He'd better not interrupt this moment between them, sour as he feels.

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WARRIOR OF RIVERCLAN
he / him, cismale
17 moons old, ages on the 14th.
adder x wavesong, littermate to crescentmoon
older brother of salmonkit, otterkit, foamkit, piranhakit, troutkit and shellkit
"SPEECH" // THOUGHTS // INTERACTION
penned by nocthymia
 


∘˙○˚.• EELBROOK 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝
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Kuhli gathers with the rest of their clanmates, knowing what's to come. They had agreed with Pikestar on their new name and they trust their brother to honor their wishes. What they do not expect, however, is their name to be the first to be called upon, them the first to stand on their paws, adressed by the clan leader. They dip their head respectfully, relishing the sound of their old name for the last time, before they are to step into their new life, with a new name. A name to honor their new family and their new home.

Pikestar's words reach their ears, praises they feel they don't deserve and compliments they have not earned. But it warms their heart nonetheless, even if all they've been doing was being a good clanmate, nothing special. And there it is. Eelbrook. A name for them to carry for the rest of their life, proudly and with honor. Eelbrook can do nothing but meet their brother's eyes, tears threatening to pool out of their own - oh how easy it is to get emotional.

But they remain stoic, waiting for Brook to receive his name as well. Different words, teasing wrapped in compliments, and Eelbrook cannot help the smile tugging at their lips. "Brookstorm." they breathe out, a name so fitting, one they could not have thought of themselves. Pikestar is truly wise, to grant her such a perfect name.

When everybody's eyes finally leave their pelts, Eelbrook turns to their brother. "Hello, Brookstorm." they smile, brushing their cheek to hers. "I like your new name."

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OOC: Interacting with @Brookstorm

 
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RIVERCLAN CAREGIVER
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Her first Clan meeting... Heather hadn't been certain of what to expect, but cheering from her Clanmates (it still felt strange to think of that!) for her new name was certainly not what she'd even imagined.

Heatherfield. It was a lovely name, it felt right. Still her eyes couldn't help but flick to Ivytwist. Would he be happy for her? She doubted it.

She didn't want to be rude, so a bit belatedly, the caregiver cheered for those who also were graced with new names. It felt nice, to not be the only newcomer to RiverClan - she would've been so embarassed to be the only cat to get a new name today! Singled out like that?

The newly named Heatherfield looked around the Clan, smiling at the rest of the cats. She'd made the right choice, even with Ivytwist's lies, and she looked up to Pikestar, silently promising to honor his words.
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Drizzlepaw

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Drizzlepaw sat next to Thunderpaw for his very first RiverClan meeting. He had a vague idea of what to expect, thanks to Thunderpaw's explanations, but it was one thing to hear about it and completely another to experience it for themself. The way conversation ended, breaths were held and everyone's attention turned on Pikestar. The same with Drizzlepaw's, though they curled their tail with Thunderpaw's for reassurence - whose, they could not say. They both probably needed it.

Pikestar spoke and words poured out of his mouth as beautiful and meaningful as rays of sunshine in the leafbare - encouragment and praise, warming the hearts of everyone involved. Or at least Drizzlepaw's own. Every day the life in RiverClan seemed to find new ways to amaze the young cat, new ways to make him love it even more. He snuggled closer to Thunderpaw, only for her name to be called and for her to stand up. Quickly, he gave her a reasurring smile as he let her go, rooting for her.

He hoped for her to get the name she wanted, the one she spoke with so much passion about. The one she chose for herself. He held his breath as Pikestar talked about her for a while, until finally he revealed her new name. Thunderstorm. Drizzlepaw cheered silently, overflowing with joy for her, knowing this was what she had truly wished for. Knowing how much it meant to her. "Thunderstorm, Thunderstorm!" he joined the chorus of voices, never once taking his eyes off of her. There was nothing else he'd want to look at anyway, everything he needed was right there, in front of him.

Soon, the voices died down once more and soon Drizzlepaw's own name was called forth - or rather, his old name. The one he had shed long ago, and his current one named anew. Drizzlepaw, now officially. And, just as he had hoped, with a mentor of his very own - Hydrangeabloom. He looked over at the warrior, his kind expression telling Drizzlepaw all he needed to know - that this cat would be the perfect teacher for him. He gave a polite nod, ready to approach the warrior.



OOC: Interacting with @Thunderstorm and possibly @Hydrangeabloom (oops all Pheo)
 
I had a dream I was seven
Climbing my way in a tree
I saw a piece of heaven
Waiting, impatient, for me

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Aurora watched in open amazement as the cats gathered, her ears perked and her gaze drifting from face to face until it settled on Pikestar, standing tall as he addressed the whole of RiverClan. At once, her attention fixed on the leader of the river cats. She had left her Twolegs the moment the others began packing to return home. She had curled against them one last time, purred softly, soaked in the warmth she'd known for so long and then slipped away while they believed every cat was safely inside. It would take time before they noticed her absence. She hoped, with all her heart, that when they did, they would understand... And move on.

Names were given. Eelbrook. Brookstorm. Kuhli… and Brook. Then her own name spilled from Pikestar's maw. Aurora rose to her paws, lifting her chin as pride warmed her chest, a purr rumbling deep in her throat. " Most definitely, Pikestar! I'll do my best to be a good addition to the river cats. " she meowed brightly.

Sleekshark.... The name settled over her like water over stone... Smooth, fitting. It carried something of her two legs with it, the shark they'd always called her, woven now into her new life. She liked that very much. Heatherfield was named next. Then Captain, now Ploverslip. Lavenderspring, who had once been an apprentice first. Thunderstorm. She felt certain Poseidon was beaming somewhere nearby, pride shining just as brightly. And then the kits. So many kits. They became paws, one by one, voices echoing and excitement rippling through the clearing. Aurora watched with a wide smile, cheering softly for them all, and perhaps just a bit louder for her young friend, who now carried the name Drizzlepaw.

A future unfolding before her eyes. And she was part of it.

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The ocean is in my soul,
And it's pulling me back to shore.
I'm letting go of the weight that's dragging me down.

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Wavesong settled beside her brood, her plumy tail drawn protectively across Troutkit's small body while her gaze swept the clearing, counting heads the way only a mother could. There was Strawberrykit, bright as ever beside her sister Otterkit. Salmonkit lingered close to Galerunner, clearly proud of himself. Foamkit and Piranhakit tumbled together nearby. Relief washed through her in a steady tide, easing a knot she hadn't realized she was holding. Her attention drifted back to Pikestar as the ceremony continued. So many new names. So many shifts in the current. She cheered for each one, voice strong and warm, pride lighting her eyes when Crescentmoon stepped forward and was given an apprentice of his own. Her chest swelled at the sight. That was her kit. A warrior, guiding the next generation.

Still, her gaze slipped sideways to her other son, ears tipping back just a fraction. ' Yer time will come, m'boy... I promise ye... ' she thought, a quiet vow carried on a breath. The frown didn't linger long. She lifted her head again, ears pricking as another name rang out. Bloompaw. Ah. So it was time. She had told Pikestar, after all, she was ready to get back in the fray. She gave Troutkit a quick, gentle rasp over the head before rising and padding forward, posture easy, smile already tugging at her maw. She dipped her head to Bloompaw, eyes bright with that familiar warmth.

" Aye, ye young gup. " she meowed, voice lilting with good humor. " Ready t'learn th'ways o' th'land an' such? " Her whiskers twitched. " Divin', huntin'... Ye name it. " A pleased purr rumbled in her chest as she glanced back toward the clearing. New Lifeguards, too. Strong names. Good names. She lifted her voice again to cheer, tail swaying behind her, a silent hope stitched into every call.

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The curls of her fur, as always, are meticulously groomed. Each lock and trestle is combed into place, as if their very movement could start wars. Moons ago, when the ground grew hot to the touch and the river rapids lapped greedily at the shore, a young Lavenderkit swirled around her mothers legs with excitement, eager to have her name spill from the river king's mouth and announce her one of the many new prodigies to ascend through the ranks. And today? Lavenderpaw feels that very same excitement and security. That she is the prodigy she ensured herself to be, despite her more... extracurricular activities. Fatigue never warded her away from excellence, exhaustion never dulled her claws. Frostmoth saw all that, and more - that damned tom. She grew a liking to him, too, even if her annoyance with him remains borne of infantile rudeness.

Pikestar calls the Clan together and, evidently, he has much to do, and so much more to say. She sits calmly, likely to the side of her mentor. They've discussed this moment right as she completed her assessment - not with flying colors, for the snow is truly a hindrance even on the most capable of warriors, but more than well enough. The only cats she had not told were... well, everyone else. Her siblings, her mothers and father, her peers... the Clan at large. She wanted the control she could have in the moment, and she harbored it well, appearing no different than a quiet and patient apprentice.

One by one, former house-pets and loners are deigned RiverClan warriors; Eelbrook, Brookstorm, Sleekshark, Heatherfield, Ploverslip - StarClan have mercy, how the tabby tom can hold so much air in his lungs, she isn't sure. He takes pauses but each one seems to hardly last a moment before he passes his gaze to the next cat with the same due diligence. And suddenly - "Lavenderpaw, please step forward."

Instinctively, she looks towards Frostmoth. As an afterthought, she glances to the crowd, toeing her way into the open whilst looking for her kin. She doesn't flash a smile or a taunting grin. At best, she meets their gazes with her own level one - sparkling with her own brand of excitement.

Before Pikestar stands a girl nearest to his stature. Puff-furred, but no less powerful, with paws that could just as easily score a pelt as they could skate water. To him, however, he sees the same Lavenderkit, eagerly bouncing around his paws, asking him, "When, when, when?" Her nose still wrinkles the same. Her gaze still levels with him in the same, nearly challenging manner. She's simply... grown. With the Clan, with the territory... with them all.

A symbol, he says, that 'everything turned out all right.' Proof that grief is far behind them and they have the capacity to change and learn and improve. That the river always moves, always changes - always replenishes with fresher tastes and better travels. He honors her, holds her among his warriors as their newest denmate, and dubs her... Lavenderspring.

Her lip twitches with a smile, briefly. She dips her head gratefully. Lavenderspring. A name to add to the previously already-long list, but one that is hers, and holds so much importance in every syllable. Thunderpaw is called forth next, and Lavenderspring gives the older apprentice space. She can't help the brief thought, the smugness of being named early when Thunderpaw was delayed. It stays in her chest, festering in an ugly way, but she says nothing to it. Pikestar honors her with a name she's asked for - Thunderstorm - and Lavenderspring gives her fellow new-warrior a slight dip with her crown.

The Clan cheers for them all, each cat now expelling everything in their lungs to properly congratulate the too-many names gifted this meeting. Lavenderspring drinks in every moment, pressing her lips into a thin line but letting her eyes crinkle with delight nonetheless. When Pikestar announces his next move, she shifts, moving to sit beside her (former) mentor once again. She gives Frostmoth a slight nudge of her shoulder before turning her gaze back to the many tots being placed in the paws of capable mentors.

Eventually, that is over, and Pikestar also announces his newest expansion to his council. Pebbledream, Willowburn, and Smokewreath. Lavenderspring blinks her surprise out of her eyes before allowing a quiet purr to roll in her chest. she supposes she can't be the only pride of the family.
 
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