Bearing the News

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Sunlight filtered through the waterfall, sending a sparkling spray of sun flecks across the stone as Sabletail strode across camp and hopped leisurely onto Bearstar’ perch. Each time he found himself heading in such a direction, it seemed the high leap became easier and easier. He silently wondered if that was a sign from Starclan, though he didn’t give it much thought. Silverfang had claimed that Bearstar was recovering rapidly and would soon return to her daily business. But he would still need to call the clan together for the ceremonies this moon.

With his head high, the deputy belted out with a cheery voice,"May all cats old enough to cross the waterfall come forward for a clan meeting!"

Amber eyes fixed on the forms of his clanmates slinking their way over to him, Sabletail’s happy face softened a bit to a somberish expression. While there weren’t many cats receiving new names this moon, there was still quite a bit of news to tell the clan in full. He had hoped to put it off long enough for Bearstar to make such announcements, but figured that wouldn’t have been very ‘leaderly’ of him. Thus, it fell to him to be the bearer of both good and bad news.

”It brings me great joy to tell you that we have some kits who have reached the age where they can take the next step towards warriorhood. Blossomkit, Sneezekit, and Juniperkit! Please come forward!

”Blossomkit, you have a kind and just heart. Always ready to give a helping paw and aware of the feelings or others; these are traits befitting a true warrior, but ones that must be cultivated carefully. I believe Slateface will make for an excellent mentor in that regard, Blossompaw.

”Sneezekit, what energy you have! Perhaps not always put to use in the best of ways, but definitely these in abundance and such will aid you well. I believe that Dustfur and you alike will keep each other on your paws, Sneezepaw.

”Juniperkit, you have a poised and polite nature about you that makes for an excellent foundation for warriorhood. I believe that Daisysun will do well to help your mannerisms flourish into your actions even more so.

"Blossompaw, Sneezepaw, Juniperpaw- train hard and true! The fruits of your labors will begin to show before you know it!”

Sabletail felt his chest brim with pride as the clan yowled out their praises to Dewshine’s three kits, now apprentices full of vim and vigor. They would make for excellent warriors, the deputy was sure. But happy news could only last for some long, and it was time for the next bit. Luckily, it wasn’t the worst news. At least, he hoped.

”Mistclan, I’m sure by now, you have be made aware of a few missing members among our ranks. While it pains me to say so, we have some cats with agendas not exactly befitting our own. Rushfeather has decided to join Ivyclan’s ranks in order to join the she-cat who had kitted his offspring so that he may remain in their lives. While it hurts to see him go, as a father, I take his values to heart. While you may not agree, that is fine, but I hope that the rest of you can see it in your hearts to bid him well wishes as a member of Mistclan for one last time. As for his apprentice,” The red tom felt himself choke on his words, his gaze darkening. ”It seems Petalpaw has disappeared...The warnings from Mothclan have not gone unheard by us, but it appears that she has heeded them too lightly. We cannot be sure if it was the rogues or simply her own doing, but our patrols have caught her scent north of the border. I can only hope that she has followed after the cats chosen for the journey to the new clan. If and when she returns,
Ringtail will act as her new mentor and punished appropriately.

If anyone has any questions,” he finished, hopping down from the perch. ”You know where you can find me. That shall be all for today. Now, for the afternoon patrols, let’s see…”

(Cosima Ringtail Miss Tactical karambito  LupTacco

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There were so many kits in the nursery lately, she couldn't stand being so cramped in, so these ceremonies were very well received by the lilac-furred kitten. Though lilycloud's litter was only small, like the litter she had been born into, it seemed like Cherryheart wanted to take all the space in the nursery for her and her six-kitten brood. Thistlekit thought it selfish, having to be so close to some of her kits, especially given that most of them were just... emm, not quite all there in the mind or heart regions. She didn't mind Currantkit or Orchidkit that much, they seemed energetic but genuinely good cats at heart, but seeing as they were all the same age, it meant that she would be training together with the whole litter in four moons. It seemed she'd never be free of them. Hopefully the space freed up by Dewshine's litter would help calm the current tensions that perhaps only she felt.

It was definitely strange to see kits she'd spent the first two moons of her life with suddenly being called a different name and moving out, but that was just life. One day, it would be her, and she'd begin to train as a warrior should. She hoped she would make her mother proud, she already felt like a heavy weight on Saltweed's renown as a perfect Mistclan warrior. That just made her more intent on making sure she was just as good a warrior as her mother, and Starclan permitting, definitely better than Foxkit. She knew warriors had made their mark on the clan's history battling through worse than a useless leg, so she would have to too.

As her uncle moved on to mentioning Petalpaw and her mysterious disappearance, it occurred to her distantly that Petalpaw was her cousin, though they weren't able to spend much time together, on account of the red tabby already being an apprentice when Thistlekit and her brother were born. It didn't stop her from admiring the apprentice's wild nature from afar. She was someone who knew what she wanted and didn't let anyone stop her, though Thistlekit herself wouldn't be inclined to do or say some of the things her impish relative did, she couldn't deny that she was slightly proud to have her as a family member. Part of her wished that they had been sisters, instead of Foxkit being her brother. Maybe he'd be more appreciative of being an only kit.

[Cosima]

DAISYSUN - -

Daisysun was not expecting his first apprentice when Sabletail called out his name, but he had long awaited this day. He was given Juniperpaw, a prideful but somewhat clumsy cat, as an apprentice. He was certain he wouldn't disappoint her or their clan as her mentor. She had only been his apprentice for a few moments and he was already excited as to what he would teach her first. He could barely sit still.

"Juniperpaw! Sneezepaw! Blossompaw!" He cried out, celebrating in the new apprentices.

Once the ceremony was finished and announcements were made, Daisysun made no haste in greeting his new apprentice. He nearly tripped over his own paws on his way towards her. "Hello, Juniperpaw! Congratulations on becoming an apprentice! You're my first apprentice, but I'm sure we're going to have a lot of fun- I mean... I'm going to teach you everything I know." He tried his best to come off as diplomatic, but deep down, he was just as excited as this young apprentice was.

((OOC: sorry for the cruddy post, I've been fighting off writer's block for months))

[Ringtail]

Saltkit...was just Saltkit. She growled and hissed at Currantkit and Foxkit swatting at them like she was the main anti-hero in this joint. The kit of Cherry and Ring's second litter just didnt't seem to want to be around around one. In the nursery, she played by herself and only herself.

Ringtail, having heard his name, nodded his head. Petalpaw would be punished accordingly. The rules had be rised and yet, more kits seemed to find themselves into trouble, especially when there were rogues around. It was terrible. He only hoped Petalpaw was in a safe place, or at least with someone safe.