Scarheart's Ceremony and the Start of Everything

Scarheart has decided that she has served her life, as a warrior, in LakeClan well! She has decided that she will become an elder!

Scarheart, is it your wish to give up your the name and rank of a warrior and go to join the elders?"

"It is."

"Your clan honours you and all of your service you have given us.I call upon StarClan to give you many seasons of rest!

Scarheart! Scarheart! Scarheart!


Let you live your life well, and have lots of rest! Scarheart, do you have any ideas on who should be Hailpaw's mentor now? I will let you pick.


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Grayshadow padded outside. She was hunting by herself because she needed some fresh air and alone time. The camp was much to busy with lots and lots of hunting patrols going out. Grayshadow sniffed the air. She smelled a faint hint of prey. She dropped down and padded forward. Looking for where the valuable piece of prey was. Grayshadow finally spotted the huge raven that was pecking at the ground. A smile played at her mouth, and she continued onward, more enthusiastically. This raven would feed the queens AND the elders! Then, with one flash of gray and a cut of shriek of the bird, the raven was dead and Grayshadow was holding it triumphantly. Grayshadow brought it back to camp, where Adder was heading out. She handed it to him, then ran off again. She didn't trust burying it in this much needed time of food.


As Grayshadow swiftly, yet quietly, ran back to where she killed the raven, she scented the truth of everything. Grayshadow stopped, and raised her head. Her eyes widened as she saw this sight. The sight unlike any others. Huge cats were running in her direction. Grayshadow stifled a yowl and started to turn back, when she was frozen where she was.


"Death will kill death. Life will live life. Six will be six."


Grayshadow cowered in fear. She did not like those words. It had been a few moons since she had seen the vision, after a while she thought it was just all in her head.  Grayshadow looked back to where the bigger cats were walking, to see one right about to walk into the area she was in. She did not want to be discovered, and she especially didn't want to lead these cats to the clan. It seemed that they didn't know about the clans, but they had a look in their eye that showed this is their territory now.


Grayshadow slowly moved away. Being as quiet as she ever was, then when she was out of, what she thought was hearing distance, she ran back to camp.


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Grayshadow ran in to see only five other cats in particular. Sorrelkit was begging Dreamstar for something, Smokepaw was padding to the fresh-kill pile, Driftbreeze was watching Everpaw pad around and scowl under her breath.  Missingfoot was looking for Larkpaw, and Shinerain was basking in the cool leaf-bare sun with Treebreeze. Then, everything other then Grayshadow, Shinerain, Missingfoot, Driftbreeze, Smokepaw and Sorrelkit, seemed to freeze. They all looked over at Grayshadow. Sorrelkit let out a whimper as fear crossed her face. Grayshadow looked at what those five were looking at behind her.....


She turned around to see the same giant black cat as before, standing over her and studying the clans home. The cat looked down at Grayshadow, and it seemed to Grayshadow that he smirked....Right then he padded right over her and roared. The whole clan cowered in fear as this unknown cat proclaimed his dominance....


(comment under this post for the sort of fight....and just if people are wondering, these "cats" are like lynx's or something!)

15 New Warriors!

 I, Dreamstar, leader of LakeClan, call upon my warrior ancestors to look down upon these apprentices. They have trained hard to learn the ways of you noble code, and I give
them to you as warriors in turn.

Foxpaw, Pinepaw, Hawkpaw, Darkpaw, Ivypaw, Shadowpaw, Spottedpaw, Skypaw, berrypaw, Silentpaw, Thornpaw, Dewpaw, Graypaw, and Cricketpaw, do you promise to uphold the warrior code and protect and defend your clan even at the cost of your life? [ says I do]
Then by the powers of StarClan I grant you your warrior names!




Foxpaw, from this moment you shall be known as Foxwing. StarClan honors your intelligence!

Pinepaw, from this moment you shall be known as Pinedapple. StarClan honors your skills!

Hawkpaw, from this moment you shall be known as Hawkbreeze. StarClan honors your knowledge!



Darkpaw, from this moment you shall be known as Darkpelt. StarClan honors your passion!

Ivypaw, from this moment you shall be known as Ivyblossom. StarClan honors your wisdom!

Shadowpaw,from this moment you shall be known as Shadowfrost. StarClan honors your truth!

Spottedpaw, from this moment you shall be known as Spottedsun. StarClan honors your compassion!

Skypaw, from this moment you shall be known as Skyfall. StarClan honors your love!

Sharppaw, from this moment you shall be known as Sharpblaze. StarClan honors your battling style!


Silentpaw, from this moment you shall be known as Silentripple. StarClan honors your stealth!

Thornpaw, from this moment you shall be known as Thornbranch. StarClan honors your hunting skills!

Dewpaw, from this moment you shall be known as Dewsplash. StarClan honors your quickness!


Graypaw, from this moment you shall be known as Graynightt. StarClan honors your calmness!

Cricketpaw, from this moment you shall be known as Cricketleap. StarClan honors your patience!



Dovepaw, from this moment you shall be known as Doveflight. StarClan honors your courage!

Cricketleap! Doveflight! Graynight! Dewsplash! Thornbranch!
Silentripple! Sharpblaze! Skyfall! Spottedsun! Shadowfrost!
Ivyblossom! Darkpelt! Hawkbreeze! Pinedapple! Foxwing!

New Elder and Warrior!

 Swifttail is going to become an elder! She has agreed and feels as ifshe has done her job in this clan! She is now retiring!

Swifttail! Swifttail! Swifttail!

We also have a new warrior joining us today! let's welcome Duskfur! She will be welcomed greatly!

Duskfur! Duskfur! Duskfur!

Senior Warriors

I would like to make a few important cats senior warriors!

Spiritsky, Sandfeather, Treebreeze, Shrewpelt, Honeystream, and Hollyfeather, please step forward.

Some of you are more experienced then others. But you are all very loyal cats and act older then you are. From this day forward you are senior warriors!

Spirtsky! Sandfeather! Treebreeze! Ashfall! Hollyfeather!

I would also like Rowanthorn to step forward!

*Rowanthorn looked up, obviously surprised.*

I have not warned you of this, but I would like Cloverpond to step down from being Head-Warrior!

*Rowanthorn's eyes sparked with acknowledgment as he realized what was happening. Dreamstar smiled at Rowanthorn and continued to speak.*

Rowanthorn shall take Cloverpond's place as  Head-Warrior!

Rowanthorn! Rowanthorn! Rowanthorn!

So, if anything happens to Shinerain, you shall take her place as deputy! Unless, there is a better choice then you.

*Smiles apologetically.*

Yes. It is sort of wrong, but maybe at the time there would be a better choice! So Rowanthorn would still stay Head-Warrior!

Also, I would like a very large patrol to go hunting! We have barely enough food to feed the warriors! Rowanthorn, would you please get a patrol together?

*Rowanthorn nodded and got to work.*

Petalpaw's Warrior Name!

It is time for this apprentice to become a warrior! Her mentor, Robinfeather, agrees that it is time!

I, Dreamstar, leader of LakeClan, call upon my warrior ancestors to look down upon this apprentice. She has trained hard to learn the ways of you noble code, and I give
her to you as a warrior in turn.

Petalpaw, do you promise to uphold the warrior code and protect and defend your clan even at the cost of your life? [ says I do]
Then by the powers of StarClan I grant you your warrior names!

Petalpaw, from this moment you shall be known as Petalspots. StarClan honors your skills and passion!

Petalspots! Petalspots! Petalspots!


Also, Soaringheart seems no better....we're still not sure if his leg will get back. Pray to StarClan he will! I am also going to take on an apprentice. Yes, I still am in the nursery, but I feel as if I should mentor this kit who is long over due for an apprentice ceremony!


By naming apprentices we show that LakeClan will survive and remain strong. Everkit. Until you receive you warrior name, you will be known as Everpaw.

 I shall mentor Everpaw for obvious reasons! I hope to teach this mysterious cat the ways of our clan and our way of living!

Everpaw! Everpaw! Everpaw!

Petalspots. Tonight you shall sit vigil for the clan. We wish you luck.

*Dreamstar nodded at Petalspots and leaped down from the rock and went to the nursery. The clan soon split up, leaving Petalspots in the middle of the clearing, with snow gently falling.*

Monarch of Glory-Part Four

Dreamstar woke in her den. Soaringheart wasn't there, so she decided to go on a walk. She slowly got up, and went into the clearing. A few cats were up, and getting the dawn patrol sorted out. Dreamstar looked around, proudly, even in the hardest of times, this clan can make it through. Then everything was shattered as cats came rushing into the entrance.

"What happened here! We just had something happen!"

Dreamstar looked around worriedly. She couldn't take all this excitement....all this stress. Then she saw Soaringheart being carried in. His leg was twisted the wrong way and he was bleeding heavily. Dreamstar shook her head and closed her eyes. Not wanting anything like this to ever happen again. Then she felt a tail brush her shoulder. She looked up to see Grayshadow standing in front of her.

"We....we found him with his leg in a fox-trap....It was right by the river....and Ripplestar was trying to free him. He's lost a lot of blood....only just before we came to camp did he stop yowling in pain. Ripplestar's here too. I'm so sorry Dreamstar."

Grayshadow left to the warrior's den where Adder was waiting, his eyes clouded in fear. Dreamstar looked around at her clan. They didn't know what to think. They were all starving, cats were sick, and we were running out of herbs to help. Dreamstar saw Snowshine and Silverfang come out and pull Soaringheart into their den. Then Dreamstar spotted Everkit narrowing her eyes in horror. She didn't want this either. Dreamstar breathed in quickly. Fear scent was mingling everywhere. Then she felt a muzzle brush hers.

"I tried....I tried to be quicker. But I wasn't....I told my patrol to run back to camp to get more warriors... so we could dig them out. I saw a few around the river. I'm sorry. Come on let's go for a walk."

Ripplestar purred and led the shocked leader out of the chaotic camp. Ripplestar continued to walk until he was at the border to the empty territory. Dreamstar's eyes lifted when she scented the smell of prey and herbs. She looked around to see a pile sitting across the border. Ripplestar licked her cheek.

"Take it. I know you need it. Take some more territory as well. BlackClan are slowly moving more of their camps away. Too many cats. Just the main camp stays in the middle. You need this territory."

Dreamstar shook her head. She needed to get back to camp. To help the clan get through this. She needed to get Everkit to talk. Dreamstar looked at Ripplestar. They were on a hill, overlooking the barren territory, with hints of prey and herbs, and a little of BlackClan, but not much more. The sun was setting, and as Dreamstar looked up at Ripplestar, he was silhouetted by the red sunset. Dreamstar smiled and whispered.

"For the heart to die, the heart has to live."

Ripplestar looked at Dreamstar in confusion but lay down beside Dreamstar. Dreamstar shook the lightly falling snow off of her pelt and looked up.

"Maybe this is the time to choose....to choose the one....the one to be my, monarch of glory....." 

Spiderkit

Great news! Skyfur has had kits!

Spiderkit-She-cat


She is a gray kit! let's welcome her!

Spiderkit! Spiderkit! Spiderkit!

New Apprentices, Warriors and Kits!

We have four new kits becoming apprentices today!

By naming apprentices we show that LakeClan will survive and remain strong. Lightkit, Runningkit, Archkit and Hailkit. Until you have received you warrior names, you will be known as Lightpaw, Runningpaw, Archpaw and Hailpaw

Soaringheart, Driftbreeze, Foxspirit, and Scarheart please step forward. Let you all teach your apprentice well!

Soaringheart you shall mentor Lightpaw. Teach him your intelligence. [Soaringheart and Lightpaw touch noses]

Driftbreeze you shall mentor Runningpaw. Teach him your compassion. [Driftbreeze and Runningpaw touch noses]

Scarheart you shall mentor Hailpaw. Teach her your loyalty. [Scarheart and Hailpaw touch noses.]




Foxspirit you shall mentir Archpaw. Teach her your love. [Foxspirit and Archpaw touch noses.]

Archpaw! Runningepaw! Hailpaw! Lightpaw!

We are also welcoming Featherstorm's two kits!

Thornkit-tom
Moonkit-she-cat

Moonkit! Thornkit! Moonkit! Thornkit!


We are also welcoming two new warriors!

Runningshadow! Squirrelfoot!

Monarch of Glory-Part Three

*Dreamstar limped out of her den. It was time for new apprentices, but she knew she couldn't announce it from the Lakerock. Dreamstar looked around for a cat she trusted. She was about to call over Jayflight when she heard a yowl from the entrance. She turned her gaze to see a patrol snarling and pushing....Ripplestar. Hawkfeather and Spottedrain were limping and looked close to death. Dreamstar rushed over as fast as she could, but winced in pain and fell to the ground.

The clan started to gather around, and started to creep forward to chase Ripplestar out. Dreamstar stood up and walked to her two kits who were being treated.*

Who....who did this.

*Dreamstar whispered low enough so that barely an one could hear. Hollyfeather stepped forward and hissed at Ripplestar*

We found them with him. They had gray fur between their claws.....but it smells more like badger.....but they were near a badger hole....

*Hollyfeather narrowed her eyes at Ripplestar, and was about to hiss when Dreamstar stopped her with a flick of her tail. Dreamstar stood up from lying beside Spottedrain and Hawkfeather. She turned to Ripplestar, sorrow brimming her eyes.*

Did...did you do this?

*Dreamstar closed her eyes and breathed heavily. When she got no response, she said it again, but this time she yowled it.*

DID YOU DO THIS! DID YOU RIPPLESTAR??!! JUST TELL ME IF YOU DID!

*Ripplestar backed up a step. Not knowing why Dreamstar was suddenly so mad. He slowly shook his head at first. But then first when dreamstar took a hurtful step forward, snarling.*

I-I never did this!

*Dreamstar snarled.*

Then why were you on MY territory! Hunting for prey? Ambushing us? What was your purpose to be here! TO SEE ME!

*Dreamstar fell to the ground, sobbing. She didn't want to know what happened. She didn't want to know the truth. If the truth was that he hurt her kits, or he came to SEE HER. She didn't want to know.

Ripplestar took a step forward to help Dreamstra, but was then stopped by a gray queen. Then queen shook her head and turned her gaze to Soaringheart. Her eyes brimmed with sorrow as Soaringheart didn't seem to care that much.

Ripplestar's eyes widened with understanding. This must be one of Dreamstar's kits stopping him, and that must be this cats father. Ripplestar took a step back. Shaking is sorrow and fear.*

I....I didn't do anything but help those two cats......but now I have only hurt Dreamstar......I don't want to hurt her....I should never come back....

*Ripplestar's eyes filled with tears as he whispered the truth. The queen heard and shook her head.*

I am Grayshadow....You have not hurt her....but she is in much pain and sorrow.

*Grayshadow looked back at Soaringheart who was deciding on whether to help Dreamstar or to stay where he was. When Grayshadow looked back at where Ripplestar was, he was gone. Grayshadow sighed and then heard paws racing across the clearing. Grayshaodw's eyes shot back to where Dreamstar was to see Soaringheart crouched beside her. He was licking her forehead, while she was in pain on the ground. Pain from sorrow, stress, an ache inside, and her shoulder.

Dreamstar opened her eyes to see, not Ripplestar, but Soaringheart licking her foreheard. Trying to soothe her broken soul and spirit. Dreamstar's eyes flashed with prophecies.

The time to choose has come....But who would she choose? The new and old.....it's about Eaglestar and her....not her loves....but what if it's both?

Dreamstar closed her eyes and stopped shaking. *

I'm sorry for everything Soaringheart...I still always loved you....but I needed Ripplestar....I love him too....I think I still do....

*Soaringheart purred and continued to lick her head*

I should be the one saying sorry. I haven't been nice. I know that mates find new mates...I guess it just hurt more because he was from another clan....I'm sorry. I should have accepted who you loved. I'm okay with it now. As long as I know you still love me when Ripplestar isn't here....

*They were talking so quiet that no other cat could hear. Dreamstar purred, happy he wasn't mad at her anymore.*

I'll always love you....

*Soaringheart moved closer to Dreamstar and curled around her. They lay in the middle of camp, as cats moved off to sleep. Dreamstar breathed in a sigh of relief only to smell Cloudriver's scent around her.*


This is a start, love. You can love two cats....one truly has your heart....while the other carries it while he isn't here.

*Cloudriver purred in approval and disappeared, leaving his scent to linger in the air. Dreamstar closed her eyes and fell asleep in the middle of the clearing....with Soaringheart....*

TO BE CONTINUED

Big News

*Dreamstar limped in with cats supporting her on both sides. She walked over to the Lake Rock and stood in front of it. Cats were already coming out of dens, wanting to hear about the gathering.*

There is nothing new with other clans! Nothing really happened except we discussed that Leaf-Bare has come early! Other clan leaders were doubting our strength! Because of what is happening with my life lately, I got mad. I....broke down.....

I have had a lot of stress and sorrow! So I wasn't attacking the other leaders, but I was prepared to attack! Then I realized what I had done, and by accident, started to slip off the Great Rock. The other leaders tried to help me before I fell, but they didn't help me in time!


I fell from the top of the Great Rock, and fainted! I went into a black place....I then woke up, but I wasn't truly awake because it was only me and Bluepaw there... he told me something...

Dreamstar. The time to choose has come. To face the new and old. For the times of new and old to clash....

That is what he said... Then I found myself in a shining clearing. When I fell from the Great Rock, I broke my shoulder, as you can all tell. StarClan have healed it enough that it isn't permanent. But it will take time to heal. I shall be fine...

*Whispers of shock rippled through the crowd, as they realized what had truly happened in the shining clearing...Dreamstar nodded and had two cat help her to the leaders den with Fellkit following.*

Gathering Tonight!

Tonight is the gathering! I will only be taking a few cats because lots of cats have to stay here for certain reasons! I shall be going with....

Silverfang
Spiritsky
Honeystream
Rowanthorn
Dawnfrost
Moonflower
Duneclaw
Streamfrost
Shadowfrost
Eaglefrost
Duskfall
Spottedrain
Hollyfeather
Adder
Treebreeze
Dapplewing
Driftbreeze
Rosesea
Silverfern
Robinspirit
Birchfur

Silentpaw
Smokepaw
Larkpaw
Bluepaw
Foxpaw
Sharppaw
Skypaw
Thornpaw
Petalpaw
Beepaw
Pinepaw
Darkpaw
Brookpaw

Redpelt
Pinefall
Honeyfrost

Snowshine and Shinerain shall stay behind to take care of the clan!

That is all that shall go! I am sorry...I know we have more cats but....I just can't....

*Dreamstar jumped down and waited for the chosen cats to gather around her.*

~~Dreamstar

Welcoming 6 New Cats(UPDATE!)

Today we are welcoming one new warrior! Let's all welcome Birchfur!!

Then we are also welcoming one new apprentice! Let's all welcome Brookpaw!

Last but not least, we are welcoming four new kits! Wildflower has recently given birth to three kits-

Spiritskit-she-cat
Windkit-she-cat

Runningkit-tom

Also we have found one other kit! Clearkit is a she-cat and she is welcomed into this clan!

We now have two Runningkit's! But Grayshadow's kits are almost apprentices! So there will be no confusion!

Runningkit! Spiritkit! Windkit! Clearkit! Birchfur! Brookpaw!

*UPDATE*

Morningmist has just given birth to four kits!

Wildkit-???
Nightkit-???
Silentkit-???
Fallenkit-???

Congrats Morningmist!

(Also, *Froststar* I need genders for your kits!)

Monarch of Glory-Part Two

Dreamstar ran outside to see Adder attacking a tom. Dreamstar sat down, letting Adder get rid of him. The tom was a soft gray with a few white strea-

Dreamstar's eyes widened and she ran to where Adder was ripping this cat apart. The trespassing cat was letting Adder do these things, but yowling in pain.

"STOP!!"

Adder stopped but stayed on the cat, with his claws dug in. Dreamstar grabbed Adder's scruff and threw him away. Cats were gathering around. Dreamstar ran to the cat and licked his ear.

"Ripplestar....why do you cause me such pain?"

Dreamstar whispered into his ear. She knew cats would start to realize who he was and doubt her. Dreamstar looked around to see cats staring at her with narrowed eyes, and hisses were heard. Dreamstar licked Ripplestar's ear again  and led him into the forest, away from the mocking stares.

"Ripplestar...."

Ripplestar limped beside Dreamstar, their pelts brushing.

"I-I'm sorry Dreamstar. And please don't call me Ripplestar anymore....I am going to go to the MoonPool later and give up my nine lives so I can-"

Dreamstar yowled and hurled herself at him. She pinned him down, and hissed into his ear. Tears filling her eyes.

"Don't! Don't give up your clan for me! DON'T! I am not worth it!  My clan in doubting me and I don't want them too! If you j-j- come....they will hate me.... Just stay in your own clan!"

Ripplestar crawled out from under her and sat in front of her. Sorrow filling his eyes.

"I can't live their....I can't live without you....I need you to be here with me! I NEED you in my life Dreamstar! My name is Rippleblaze as long as I am with you...."

Dreamstar choked up....she knew what she needed to say....but she didn't want to...

"Ripplestar! Can't you understand! I don't WANT you! I want my clan! I want my kit to be happy! I want Soar-"

Dreamstar gasped for breath when she smelled the familiar scent of Cloudriver...

"Don't lie, love...Don't lie to him....you can't....it will break his heart then you will never have him....tell him the truth....StarClan is allowing this. Why don't you go along? I know it pains you to wake up everyday and not even have Soaringheart waiting for you....Soaringheart still loves you....you have to earn his trust. If I cna let you move on, Soaringheart should be able to do it to. But Ripplestar should not do what he is doing. Tell him that. Go back to Soaringheart...he is your heart when you don't have Ripplestar beside you....Do the right thing Dreamstar...."

Dreamstar gasped as Cloudriver wrapped around her, wreathing their scents together, then left.

"Ripplestar....I DO want you...but-but you shouldn't give up your clan for me. Soaringheart is my heart when you aren't here...Dovefall should be yours....we-we will talk about this later. Just please stay with your clan. Please? Meet me here tomorrow...we will decide what to do then. I'm sorry Ripplestar."

Dreamstar licked his cheek then ran farther into the forest, stopping only when she got to the burial grounds of her clan.

Two New Cats and Two New Elders

Today we have a new warrior and queen joining! let's welcome Shadowfrost and his mate, Morningmist, who is expecting kits!!

Shadowfrost! Morningmist! Shadowfrost! Morningmist!

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Also, we have two new warriors joining the elder's den!

Honeyfrost and Brackenclaw, is it your wish to give up your the name and rank of a warrior and go to join the elders?"

"It is."

"Your clan honours you and all of your service you have given us.I call upon StarClan to give you many seasons of rest!

Honeyfrost! Brackenclaw! Honeyfrost! Brackenclaw!

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In other news! We have some bad! Spottedpath was hit by a car. She is still alive, but Snowshine and Silverfang don't think she will live.

Monarch of Glory-Part One

Dreamstar was walking out of the camp entrance with Missingfoot, Larkpaw, Rowanthorn and Bluepaw, on a patrol. This was her first patrol in a while, and Dreamstar was leading. Dreamstar looked back to see that Rowanthorn was trying to explain something to the small, blind apprentice, Bluepaw. Larkpaw looked around. Each time she went out of camp, it was like her first time out! Dreamstar purred in amusement and continued to patrol the borders. She opened her mouth slightly, making sure BlackClan wasn't around...or Ripplestar. Dreamstar nodded in approval as she scented nothing wrong.

"Let's head back to camp. The sun-high patrol is already doing to other lengths of the border."

The two warriors and apprentices nodded and started to head back, trying to catch some prey on the way back.

Dreamstar walked into the camp entrance to be met by Fellkit's shrill squeal. Dreamstar purred in amusement as he launched himself on top of her. Dreamstar staggered and fell over in defeat. Fellkit squealed joyously and ran away. Dreamstar saw a flash of a mixed pelt. She looked over to see Soaringheart talking to Grayshadow, while her kits tumbled around, already their brother, Otterkit, forgotten. Dreamstar breathed in deaply and walked over to Grayshadow and Soaringheart.

Grayshadow looked up and smiled as Dreamstar approached. Dreamstar half-smiled and sat down. Soaringheart looked away.

"Soaringheart. There is no reason to not talk to me. I never wanted this to happen. You have to trust me! If you don't then you can't trust your own leader, which I think is pretty sad."

Dreamstar got no response form Soaringheart who got up and left. Dreamstar rolled her eyes and nodded to Grayshadow and walked inside the nursery. She fell asleep, only to be awakened by yowls of anger and astonishment....

Death

Green-cough is now rapidly spreading around camp....we don't have enough prey and cat-mint is now running short. I would like if Silverfang and Snowshine could go to StormClan to see if they have cat-mint to spare.

Prey is scarce and I have received confirmation that the lake is frozen over. But the river isn't. so we still have fish. I want some cats to go and catch some fish.

Three New Apprentices That Came

All cats old enough to catch*cough* their own prey gather here beneath the lake Rosk for a clan meeting!

*Dreamstar looks down with sullen eyes. She looks worse then any cat there*

Some of you may see the way I look. I haven't been eating as much as you have. *yowls of disapproval break out* But I have extra lives to spare!

*A cat yells out. Dreamstar looks to see who it is. Soaringheart*

But you need those lives to serve your clan! they are not "spares"! You need them to care for the ones you love....*whispers*even if it's not me...*eyes shoot to Fellkit who is trying to get Bluekit, who is waiting patiently for the rest of the meeting, to play.*

*Dreamstar nods*

I know what you mean. But, my warriors need more prey also. I am stuck in the nursery, while my warriors are hunting, but starved too.

*Soaringheart speaks out again*

But you need that prey! You have a kit who will become a warrior someday!

*Dreamstar shoots him a glare to telling him to stop this*

I know. But he can eat fresh-kill now. He will be fine. If you don't like what I am doing, I shall eat more, but I shall be fed pretty much last.

*Dreamstar flicks her tail, signaling the end of that conversation, for now.*

Today is a great day because more apprentices are being made! More apprentices means more paws to catch the prey we need!

By naming apprentices we show that LakeClan will survive and remain strong. Bluekit, Foxkit, and Cottonkit. Until you have received you warrior names, you will be known as Bluepaw, Foxpaw, and Cottonpaw

Duneclaw, Rowanthorn, and Moonflower*cats gasp in pleasure and anger* please step forward. For all of you, this woill be your first apprentice!

Duneclaw you shall mentor Foxpaw. Teach him your intelligence*snickers are heard in the crowd*.(LOL!). [Duneclaw and Foxpaw touch noses]

Rowanthorn you shall mentor Bluepaw. Teach him your compassion. [Rowanthorn and Bluepaw touch noses]

Moonflower you shall mentor Cottonpaw. Teach her your loyalty. [ Moonflower and Cottonpaw touch noses]

Cottonpaw! Bluepaw! Foxpaw!

Food

Dreamstar walks into the clearing weakly. She is much skinnier. She walks over to the Round Rock and stands in front of it.

"All cats old*cough* enough to catch their own prey and enough prey for the clan gather here beneath the Round Rock!"

Dreamstar doesn't talk that loud. Cats come out of the dens. All cats are noticeably skinnier.

"The prey seems to be leaving quickly! I was just informed that the lake was already covered over with thin ice!*cough. Dreamstar shakes as a spasm of cold runs through her* I want all queens, elders and anyone sick to be fed first! Our kits are even skinny because we can not produce enough milk to keep them healthy.

I want a group*cough* of cats to go out with Jayflight, Snowshine, Gazedawn,  and Silverfang to find all of the catmint and borage and any other herbs that will keep us strong! I want a lot of acts to go, some can hunt while looking for prey. You can also mark the borders. We do *cough* not want to appear weak to other clans! While they are out looking, hunting and patrolling, I want another group of cats to reinforce all of the dens! Inside and outside! There will be one more group! That group will be creating holes to store food in! I shall make the groups.

Looking for herbs, Hunting, Patrolling-

Silverfang, Snowshine, Jayflight, Gazedawn, Lilyfeather, Missingfoot, Larkpaw, Robinfeather, Petalpaw, Scarheart, Stormwater, Adder, Fallownose, Cedarpelt, Hazelpaw, Smokepaw, Ashfang, Goldenstream, Foxpaw, Moonflower, Honeystream, Spiritsky, and Sunleaf and Reedpaw.

Reinforcing Dens-

Silvereagle, Hollyfeather, Brightfire, Beepaw, Onecloud, Foxspirit, Driftbreeze, Swifttail, Spottedrain, Hawkfeather, Smokesun, Soaringheart, Spottedpath, Shinerain, Cloverpond, Sandfeather, Mouseleaf, Frostmoon, Ivythorn, Shadow-watcher, Raggedleaf, Cricketpaw, Silentpaw, and Shadowpaw.

Creating Holes-

Dawnfrost, Duskfall, Rowanthorn, Sundapple, Treebreeze, Hazelpaw, Icerivcer, Redfang, Bluefern, Fernpelt, Duneclaw, Streamfrost, Rainsong, Skypaw, Dewpaw, Spottedpaw, Hawkpaw, Pinepaw, Whitefeather, Flameblossom, Duskfire, Riverfern, Blacknose, and Rippleheart.

All the rest may join whichever group they want!! Get started!!

More Cats

We have quite a few new cats!!! Two new queens with their mates.

Featherstorm(awaiting picture) is a queen with her mate Eaglefrost!!

Shinestorm is a queen with her mate Shadow-watcher. They have three kits, Peachkit, Sagekit and Larchkit!!!

Let's welcome them!!! Thank-you for coming to LakeClan!!

Flint

Dreamstar looked at Flint. He was half smiling, and not at all happy.

"What do you know about this destruction?"

Flint's eyes clouded and he stayed silent. Dreamstar paced back and forth, trying to think of a way to get it out of him.

"Who told you to watch ove-"

Flint interrupted Dreamstar at he last second.

"I can not say anything. I was told not to. I would like Ever to come with me now. I believe that she is not safe here."

Dreamstar scowled at Flint.

"You may not take her. She is settling in and doing just fine. It would be better for her to grow up with other cats."

Flint shook in fustration, forcing himself not to do anything rash. Then Flint closed his eyes and when he opened them, they were full of anger. Flint smirked at Dreamstar and ran into the camp. Dreamstar followed him and threw herself at him. Flint growled and tried to find Everkit.

Everkit tried to get out the nursery, but warriors were guarding the entrance. Everkit growled at Adder and he smirked.

"Too bad kit. We have to know what you mean by this destruction. Until you tell us, you shall stay here in LakeClan."

"NEVER! This is no concerning you Jumbo! The only cat I would tell is the cat I want to tell! But that cat is not here right now! I don't know where that cat is! So until I find that cat, you shall not know!"

Everkit struck out at Adder and sliced his nose. Adder growled and easily pushed her away. Grayshadow walked up to Everkit and spoke softly to her.

Back outside

Dreamstar was held down by Flint's paw, but her warriors has surrounded, and out numbered him. Flint growled and turned to leave.

""I shall be back to get Ever Sky. I will."

With that Flint fled out of camp.

Visit

*Fellkit stood up. He was bored, but everyone was asleep. For some reason he couldn't sleep. Fellkit sighed and walked into the clearing. It was very cold, and snow was starting to drift down. Fellkit sneezed as a snowflake hit his nose. Fellkit ran to the center. He heard Missingfoot going to patrol around camp. Then Fellkit heard another sound, like another cat. Fellkit stopped and crouched down. He then saw a cat dart into the camp. Fellkit was about to yowl when a tail was slapped across his mouth. He looked up to see an unfamiliar face, but he recognized it. Fellkit's eyes widened as he remembered that one cold, snowy night, when he was born. This cat was his father. Fellkit sat down, suddenly calm. It felt like he had known this cat forever. But for only one night. His father sat down to, but quickly led him to some shadows as Missingfoot appeared in the entrance once more.

"Fellkit. I needed to see my kit. Dreamstar wasn't at the gathering."

His father shook his head as tears clouded his vision.

"What's your name? I don't remember much, but I do remember, and know, you."

His father's eyes brightened and he purred.

"My name is Ripplestar. You are forbidden to even be alive, but some how....you are supposed to be here. It's...it's painful to be away from you and Dreamstar. It's weird to lead a clan without a mate at your side. Yes. I have taken a "friend". But, it's not the same. My deputy was just killed in battle too."

Ripplestar looked down at Fellkit to see that he understand nothing of what he was saying.

"I just wish I could talk at a better time, with Dreamstar too."

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Dreamstar watched from the entrance of the nursery as Ripplestar talked to Fellkit. Dreamstar smiled and fought herself to not walk over there. Dreamstar waited for Fellkit to come back, but that would be a while from now...

(I will post about what Dreamstar said to Flint later!)

Ever

It seems that Ever is not telling us something! Snowleaf seems to know this, that there is destruction for the clan...but Everkit will not say anymore. Bluekit also seems to be in this, but Everkit has kept him quiet. I want some cats to check on Flint. Make sure he is where he should be.

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Everkit sat at the entrance of the Nursery, scowling at every word said about her. Everkit looked around, making sure no cats were near by. Then she ran towards the entrance, ran through, but only to be stopped by the massive black and white tom, Adder. Everkit skidded to s halt and looked up at Adder. He was so much bigger then her. Everkit forced herself not to cower.

"Where do you think you're going? You're only a kit. You aren't allowed to go out the camp, until you are an apprentice!"

Everkit looked around Adder to see a patrol. Everkit sighed, knowing she wouldn't be able to get around ALL of these cats! She was going to have to try pure force, or pleading.

"But I want to talk to Flint! I was left in his care!"

Everkit talked in a stern, whiny voice.

"Yes, but then Flint left you in OUR care. Go back into camp right now."

Everkit snarled and leaped around and ran back into the camp. She would have to find another way to get to Flint. To warn him...

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Dreamstar watched as Adder came padding through the entrance. She had just seen Everkit try to run out, but fortunately Adder and his patrol came back in time to stop her. Dreamstar nodded to Adder as he passed to go to the nursery. Adder smiled weakly and continued on. Dreamstar realized that the only reason Adder was still truly in this clan, was because of Grayshadow. If she wasn't here, then he would have left a long time ago.

Just then Flint came padding in, Dreamstar saw Everkit smile hugely and start to pad over to Flint. Dreamstar growled and quickly intercepted Everkit.

"Everkit. Go back to the nursery. I need to talk to Flint. Everkit. Now. Or you will not be able to talk to him at all!"

Everkit looked at Dreamstar menacingly, but backed down and walked away with only one reluctant hiss. dreamstar turned to Flint. he was sitting down, watching Everkit leave with sadness.

"Why are you in my camp? We have kits here who don't know you! They could get scared!"

Flint chuckled.

"Calm down. I want to check on Ever. Is that a problem?"

Dreamstar growled.

"Yes it is. We will talk outside. Let's go."

Dreamstyar padded outside with Flint following...

TO BE CONTINUED!

Three Warriors and Bad News

*FORGOT to announce this! Oh my!*

Badgerstripe was killed by a badger! It was a quick, painless death. he will be greatly missed. let him be welcomed in StarClan.

Also, Otterkit has failed to survive Green-Cough. he was too young to go, but he died with his family. Let him also be welcomed.

*hangs head for the two lost cats*

In other news, we have three apprentices that have shown great knowledge, and earn their warrior name today.

I, Dreamstar, leader of LakeClan, call upon my warrior ancestors to look down upon these apprentices. They have trained hard to learn the ways of you noble code, and I give
them to you as warriors in turn.

Streampaw, Lilypaw, and Dunepaw, do you promise to uphold the warrior code and protect and defend your clan even at the cost of your life? [ says I do]
Then by the powers of StarClan I grant you your warrior names!

Streampaw, from this moment you shall be known as Streamfrost. StarClan honors your intelligence and passion!

Dunepaw, from this moment you shall be known as Duneclaw. StarClan honors your skills and wisdom!

Lilypaw, from this moment you shall be known as Lilyfeather. StarClan honors your knowledge and truth!

Lilyfeather! Duneclaw! Streamfrost!

...you'll find out...

Grayshadow walked out of the nursery wanting some air. She looked back at the nursery to see Sorrelkit run out. Snowleaf walked out with Stormkit close behind. Grayshadow gasped when she saw Sorrelkit with blood around her paws. Sorrelkit was older, obviously a warrior, but there was blood...so much blood. Then Grayshadow cam back to real life to see Sorrelkit wrestling with Stormkit. Grayshadow sighed. The clan were lounging around and relaxing in the weak sunlight. She also saw Smokepaw walking out with Gazedawn. Grayshadow's eyes widened as she saw herself, Sorrelkit, Smokepaw, Missingfoot, Shinerain, and Driftbreeze looking around in shock. They were covered with blood. The camp was destroyed, and no other cats were in sight. Grayshadow shook her head, trying to get rid of the vision. But there was no use. Then she heard a cat talk...

"Death will kill death, life with live life, six will be six."

Grayshadow continued to see the six cats standing amongst the blood. Then she snapped out of it when she felt someone touch her. She re focused her eyes to see Adder staring at her worriedly. Grayshadow smiled sadly at him and walked into his familiar form...

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Everkit narrowed her eyes at Grayshadow blanked out. It was unlike her to do that. She was a very good cat. Everkit turned to see Bluekit walk out and sit down beside her. he turned his sightless eyes to look at her questionably . She scowled under her breath again and turned to look at Grayshadow again. Grayshadow was slowly walking back top to the nursery, a question mark on her face. Everkit turned to leave, because she knew Grayshadow was thinking over the words...

Tsume

Unfourtunatlly everyone, I shall be turning on Comment Moderation for a while. Some of you may know Tsume. Well she claims I am "stealing" her "playlist" by using Playlist.com. That website it free for ANYONE to use. She is yelling at me to stop using it. I have proof. Until she stops, I shall have comment mod. on. Also. Everyone is LakeClan, please comment under this post saying which cats you are. And if you have a blogger account! Because Tsume says she has a cat in this clan, and I what like to find out which cat!

I really am sorry for having to turn on comment mod... but it is the only thing I can do. I have had enough of Tsume yelling at me. Asking her friends to say mean things to me. She HATES her life. And she takes it out on ME! Sorry everyone. Again. I just don't want these things on my blog. If I ever can, I shall take comment mod. off. Sorry. I REALLY, REALLY, REALLY AM SORRY!

Tsume said...

PLAYLIST.COM!!!just get the gadgets off your blog,please i have enough stuff to do than shoutin' at you all day.

October 26, 2009 7:57 PM

Tsume said...

 

Shut up!reason 1:you stole the idea off of Foxpaws...reason 2:you stole the idea AFTER you just said to me,"copyright...blah,blah,blah!". reason 2:i just plain hate you & I hate my life T_T

October 26, 2009 9:03 PM

Four Apprentices and Five Warriors!

I, Dreamstar, leader of LakeClan, call upon my warrior ancestors to look down upon these apprentices. They have trained hard to learn the ways of you noble code, and I give
them to you as warriors in turn.

Fernpaw, Stormpaw, Mintpaw, Honeypaw, and Mistpaw, do you promise to uphold the warrior code and protect and defend your clan even at the cost of your life? [ says I do]
Then by the powers of StarClan I grant you your warrior names!

Fernpaw, from this moment you shall be known as Fernpelt. StarClan honors your intelligence and friendliness!

Stormpaw, from this moment you shall be known as Stormpelt. StarClan honors your skills and knowledge!

Mintpaw, from this moment you shall be known as Mintleaf. StarClan honors your compassion and truth!



Mistpaw, from this moment you shall be known as Mistriver. StarClan honors your intelligence and friendliness!


 Honeypaw, from this moment you shall be known as Honeyleaf. StarClan honors your intelligence and friendliness!

Honeyleaf! Mintleaf! Mistriver! Stormpelt! fernpelt!

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By naming apprentices we show that LakeClan will survive and remain strong. Reedkit, Larkkit, Smokekit and Hazelkit. Until you have received you warrior names, you will be known as Larkpaw, Hazelpaw, Smokepaw and Reedpaw

  Gazedawn, Missingfoot, Ashfang, and Sunleaf please step forward. For all of you, this woill be your first apprentice!

Gazedawn you shall mentor Smokepaw. Teach him your courage. [Gazedawn and Smokepaw touch noses]

 Missingfootyou shall mentor Larkpaw. Teach her your patience. [Missingfoot and Larkpaw touch noses]

Ashfang you shall mentor Hazelpaw. Teach her your passion. [ Ashfang and Hazelpaw touch noses]

Sunleaf you shall mentor Reedpaw. Teach her your love. [ Sunleaf and Reedpaw touch noses]

Reedpaw! Hazelpaw! Larkpaw! Smokepaw!

Ever

As you all know, yesterday a fox cam einto our camp after Jayflight "saved" this kit, Ever. The fox was merely told to watch over Ever. We don't know who told Flint this. We shall find out all of this soon. But Flint has allowed Ever to stay here. She i five moons old, but will stay in the nursery longer then usual so we may discover why a fox is watching over a kit. For now Ever shall be named as a kit.

Ever. You came to this clan with really no reason. it is safer here, so this is where you shall stay. But you need a clan name. So Ever, from now on, until you earn an apprentice name, you shall be known as Everkit. Welcome to our clan!

Once Everkit is an apprantice, we shall confront Flint who is staying near camp, but not hunting on our territory. that is all!

Everkit. I would like to speak to you in my den.

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Also. Tomorrow we will have more apprentices! Also warriors!

Rainwing and ???Kit???

*Dreamstar jumps onto the Round Stone and calls the clan together. She smiles when she sees Fellkit sneak out to watch too.*

I have just found out from Silverfang and Snowshine that Rainwing did not survive.

*Dreamstar bows her head in sorrow*

He will be greatly missed! Green-cought took his life! it looks like it will take Otterkit's life next! Silverfang is doing all she can. But it does not look good.

*Dreamstar looks at her clan. The elders are already bringing ouit Rainwing's body. Dreamstar nodded to them and continued.*

In other news, all is fi-

*Dreamstar is interrupted by a loud yowl of alarm. Dreamstar looks around to see Jayflight run into camp with a small kit, about 3 moons old. Dreamstar quickly jumped down from the Round Stone and ran to Jayflight.

Jayflight was breathing heavily and he fell to the ground. Dreamstar carefully help him onto his paws. Grayshadow came over and took the kit and put it in between her paws.*

Jayflight! What happened?

*Jayflight roled his eyes and pinted to the entrance. Just then a fox came threw the entrance. Snarling and throwing it's head back and forth.  Once the fox saw all the cats it backed up a step and sized them up.*

The fox....wants the kit...Ever...get him away...

*Dreamstar looked at Jayflight confused then at the kit.*

Ever....GRAYSHADOW! BRING THE KIT TO THE NURSERY! NOW! I WANT ALL WARRIORS TO GUARD I-

*Dreamstar was flund half away across the clearing by the gray fox. dreamstar quickly took a breth in a shakily stood up. Dreamstar spread her paws apart to brace herself.*

Get. Out. Of. My .CAMP!

*Dreamstar threw herslef at the fox but landed on the bare ground. She yowled in frustration and pain. the fox was slowly padding towards the nursery. he was shooting his glance back and forth among the scared cats.*

Just give me Ever and I will let all of you live!

*Dreamstar looked around. She saw Adder and a group of cats sneaking in the shadows to sneak up on the fox. dreamsatr nodded and continued to look around. She saw the fox growling at the warriors in front of the nursery.*

Wait! Fox! Why do you want this kit so badly!

*The fox turned around and stared feircely as dreamstar*

My name is Flint. I want Ever because he belongs to me! That cat over there took him! I am supposed to take care of him!

*Dreamstar stepped forward. Making the nervous and distressed fox step back.*

Wouldn't it be better if Ever were raised with other cats Flint? i think it would be better.

*Flint looked around nervously*

I was told to watch him!

*Dreamstar shook her head sadly*

You may stay near camp. But I think it would be better for Ever to be raised here. please Flint? You may stay near by. You may not hunt our prey though. You shall have to go out of territory. There is some empty space near the river. I think you know where that is, considering you have been here for a while.

*Flint nodded.*

Fine. I shall leave Ever with you. But I shall be staying close by!

*Dreamstar nodded and signaled for him to leave. Flint eyed her with suspiscion as he passed her. Dreamstar nodded to him and walked to the nursery.*

THAT IS ALL EVRYONE! I SHALL DEAL WITH EVER NOW!

~~Dreamstar

CHANGES

As you can see I made some changed to LakeClan! it is now three-coloumn template! The background is only temporary until I find(or make) a background that will work! All the cats are closer to the top now, so there is more room too!

SandClan

Dreamstar walked outside into the clearing, Fellkit following. Dreamstar looked at Fellkit and sighed. His first time out of the nursery, and his father isn't here. Just then dreamstar saw Froststar and a group of cats come in. Dreamstar's fur went on end.

"What this Froststar? I would think this was a battle patrol if it wasn't for the kits you bring!"

Froststar looked at dreamstar with sorrow in her eyes. Froststar looked around at the cats gathering outside the den. One cat caught her eye.

"Dawnkit! Or..."

Dawnfrost's eyes brightned then shadowed over.

"It's...It's Dawnfrost now."

Froststar purred.

"You look great Dawnfrost. These are my new kits, with Frostmoon. Bluekit, Cottonkit, Foxkit and Wolfkit."

Dawnfrost nodded. Dreamstar narrowed her eyes as Moonflower stepped out. The other cats went over to Dawnfrost.

"Dreamstar. May I explain for Froststar?"

Dreamstar nodded and watched as Froststar walked over to Dawnfrost, her kits following.

"Our territory is being destroyed by Two-legs. So Froststar has asked if her kits could stay here, because we are leaving the forest. Well they are...I'm hoping I can stay here with Cliffpath, Rosesea and the kits. Rosesea is staying for the kits. For their comfort. Cliffpath is staying for the kits too. I hope I can stay too?"

Dreamstar's heart lifted and she started to purr.

"Of course Moonflower. You have been greatly missed here. Greatly missed. By me, I think the most. Rosesea and Cliffpath may stay too, and the kits."

Froststar padded over with the her group of cats following.

"Is Dawnfrost not going with you?"

Froststar shook her head.

"These are Dawnfrost's siblings, We came to say good-bye to him. But I think he wishes to stay. That is ine with me."

Dreamstar nodded.

"I named him Dawnfrost after you. So your name would always be with his."

Froststar purred and looked sadly around.

"Thank-you Dreamstar. But we must be leaving now. Good-bye Dreamstar.

Good-bye Dawnfrost and Rosesea, I hope you like it here. And lastly, good bye my kits. Oh and Dreamstar, Bluekit is blind. Rosesea will tell you more, but they are close to being apprentices."

Froststar looked at her kits with sorrow.

"Where are you going Froststar?"

A little white kit with a black patch stepped forward.

"I'm leaving Wolfkit. I have to. But you shall stay here. Where it's safe. I hope I will be able to visit you again, somesay."

Wolfkit wailed.

"NOOOO! I want to go with you then! Please?"

Wolfkit looked at her siblings, but they were all looking down.

"I don't think they want to come. I promise I will visit again, either while I am still leader, or in StarClan."

Wolfkit shook her head.

"I want to come with you. I don't want to see you in StarClan!"

Froststar sighed and swept Wolfkit over to the group of cats she brought.

"Very well then Wolfkit. But you might never see Bluekit, Cottonkit and Foxkit again."

Wolfkit nodded. Knowing that was the price. She nodded and said good-bye to them, then walked outside with the other SandClan cats.

"Good-bye Dreamstar. May StarClan light your path."

Dreamstar nodded and watched at Froststar walked away.

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Dreamstar looked at  Cliffpath, Rosesea and Moonflower.

"Rosesea. You can take the kits to the nursery. Snowleaf can care for them. Moonflower and Cliffpath, you may go to the warrior's den and rest up."

Dreamstar walked back to the nursery with Rosesea following. She slightly heard Moonflower sigh in contempt as she walked ot the warrior's den. Dreamstar smiled and was welcome to Fellkit's curious mew....

Brightfire's Apprentice

We have another apprentice joining us today! Beepaw! Welcome Beepaw! brightfire, you are a passionate and loyal cat. You shall be Beepaw's mentor!

Beepaw! Beepaw! Beepaw!

Petalpaw and Snowleaf's Kit's

We have a new apprentice joining us today! Petalpaw!

Robinfeather. You are brave and loyal. You shall be Petalpaw's mentor. Teach her all that you know!

Petalpaw! Petalpaw! Petalpaw!

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Snowleaf has had her kits! One kit was born still, Streamkit. But the other two are healthy! there is one she-cat and one tom!

She-cat-

Sorrelkit

Tom-

Stormkit

Congratulations Snowleaf!

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In other news, Hollyfeather, Hailkit, Snowleaf and Stormshadow are all better from there sickness. But Otterkit, Willowblossom and Rainwing are all still very sick.

Three Warriors and Danger

I, Dreamstar, leader of LakeClan, call upon my warrior ancestors to look down upon these apprentices. They have trained hard to learn the ways of you noble code, and I give
them to you as warriors in turn.

Sunpaw, Redpaw, and Bluepaw, do you promise to uphold the warrior code and protect and defend your clan even at the cost of your life? [ says I do]
Then by the powers of StarClan I grant you your warrior names!

Sunpaw, from this moment you shall be known as Sunleaf. StarClan honors your intelligence and friendliness!

Bluepaw, from this moment you shall be known as Bluefern. StarClan honors your skills and knowledge!

Redpaw, from this moment you shall be known as Redfang. StarClan honors your compassion and truth!

Sunleaf! Bluefern! Redfang!

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Adder has brought been told that great danger comes soon! Be ready! I must go back to the nursery now...

~~Dreamstar

Dreamstar-

Dreamstar woke gasping in pain. She looked around; it was dark out. Dreamstar slowly got up as a spasm ran through her body. She stiffly walked out into the clearing. Light, white fluffs started to drift down. Snow. The air was chilled and the nigth was still. Dreamstar looked around, her breaths coming in grea white puffs. A small spasm rippled through her. Dreamstar walked to the camp entrance to see that Firepelt was standing there. She walked through and nodded to Firepelt. She silenced him with a flick of her tail and walked on.

Dreamstar painfully walked to the river. She looked across to see Ripplestar curled on the other side. Dreamstar sighed an dmurmered under her breath.

"Does he wait for me every night?"

Dreamstar looked at Ripplestar's still form, and let out a quiet mew. Ripplestar's head came up. he looked around until he saw Dreamstar's swollen figure. He lightly leaped across the log and rubbed up against Dreamstar.

"Ripple-ripplestar"Dreamstar spoke chattering through her teeth."I'm-i'm having the kits. Now."

Dreamstar fell to the ground as a spasm ripped through her body. Dreamstar gasped for breath and took in rigid air. Ripplestar's eyes clouded with worry.

"I want-wanted you to be here. I-I couldn't do it without y-"

Dreamstar yowled in pain as a spasm rippled through her.

"Help-help me."

Dreamstar mewed and looked pleadingly up at Ripplestar.

The snow was starting fall more heavy, and the wind started to pick up.

"Don't leave me Ripplestar. Please. Stay here."

Dreamstar whispered so low that it could barely be heard above the howling wind. Ripplestar croutched down low and whispered in her ear.

"Don't worry. I will never leave your side."

Dreamstar sighed and let her eyes flutter closed. But Ripplestar shook her, making sure she stayed awake. Dreamstar's eyes opened and closed, she tried to open her eyes to see Ripplestar, but could barely lift them. Ripplestar lay down beside her. Offering his warmth to her. He could feel the small spasms going through her. Here shivering. He could feel everything. Then Dreamstar stiffened and a massize spasm went through her. She yowled and a kit slipped into the world. Ripplestar quickly strated to lick the kit frantically. But he knew it was useless. it was born still. Ripplestar still placed it beside Dremastar, so it wouldn't get covered in snow.

Dreamstar stiffened as more cold touched her body. She went still and breathed out.

"I'm sorry. This kit was already still."

Dreamstar nodded slowly and let her body go limp in defeat. Ripplestar pushed his head into her side, trying to keep her going.

"Come on Dreamstar. you ghave to keep trying. Please. For me? For the kits?"

Dreamstar stiffened her body, prepared. She winced as another kit came. It was also still. Ripplestar caefully cleaned it and told Dreamstar the news.

Three more kits came, all alive.

"Dreamstar. The last one looks like me. What do you want to name him. The second last is black with white stripes, a she-cat. The third last one is light brown, another she-cat. The two still ones are both toms, one is white with brown spots, and the other is gray."

Dreamstar groaned and went limp in pain.

"The one...that-that looks like you...Fellkit. The black and white...Webkit. The brown...you can name. also the rest."

Dreamstar newed weakly, forcing every word.

"The brown and white, Mudkit. The white and brown, Mistykit, the gray, Shadekit. Do you like it Dreamstar? Mistykit and Shadekit...I hope are happy in StarClan. I'm sorry to say but it doesn't look like Mudkit will make it. Webkit isn't that strong either. But Fellkit is the strongest."

Dreamstar didn't respond. Ripplestar started to become frantic. He knew Dreamstar was sleeping, but sleeping in this weather could lead to death. Ripplestar looked around for a hollow log or tree. Then a small hollowed out tree caught his eye. He cleared out the snow around Dreamstar and brought Shadekit and Mistykit first. Then he brought Fellkit, Mudkit and Webkit. Last he pulled Dreamstar into the log. When he got there and placed Dreamstar down, Fellkit scrambled over. Webkit mewled, but didn't move. He picked up Webkit and placed her beside Dreamstar. He went to pick up Mudkit, but realized that her body was turning cold. He sighed and placed her off,in front of Dreamstar and Ripplestar, with Mistykit and Shadekit.

Ripplestar looked at his two remaining kits, and his love, Dreamstar. He curled around the kits. Trying to keep them alive. Ripplestar stayed awake all night, keeping the entrance to the tree open.

It stopped snowing close to down. He cleared out the entrance one more time, and lay down next to the kits and Dreamstar, paws frozen. he sighed and fell into a deap sleep.

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Dreamstar woke to see Ripplestar curled around her and her three-now two- kits. Dreamstar looked at Webkit and Fellkit, and realized that Webkit was also gone. Fellkit slept peacefully beside her aching body. She carefully picked Webkit up and placed her off to the side too. Dreamstar batted Ripplestar lightly, waking him. Ripplestar's eyes shined a dull light at seeing her awake. She saw that he was tired too. then he looked at what use to be two kits, and his faced darkened.

"I'm sorry Dreamstar. Mudkit died when I was moving you all into here. I don't know when webkit died. It's around sun-high. Ctas will be wondering where you- and me- are. I will take you back if you want. Do yuo want me to bury the kits first?"

Dreamstar nodded and wrapped around Fellkit as Ripplestar took out the kits one by one, and buried them. When he came back, Dreamstar was trying to stand. Ripplestar took Fellkit and let Dreamstar lean against him. He guided Dreamstar out and back to her camp.

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Once there Dreamstar walked into the entrance, with Ripplestar closely following. Cats eyes him warily, then realized where he was. The clan started to murmur and shot wary glances at the two cats walking in. Then they realized that he was holding a kit.

Dreamstar walked to foot of the Star Rock, too weak to jump up.

"LakeClan.*cough*As you see I have had my kits. I had fi*cough*five kits, but two were born still, and the other two died during the night. Ripplestar was with me the whole time.*cough*I named my surviving kit Fellkit.*cough*I gave birth during a blizzard. As you see, the forest floor is carpeted with snow. I want to see Silverfanf. I may have caught White-cough, and I want to make sure Fellkit is alright."

Dreamstar turned to Ripplestar. He passed her Fellkit, nodded and walked away. Dreamstar then was led away by Silverfang.

Greencough! Plus Update! So read the Update!

Greencough as hit our camp! Two of our kits have it and FOUR of our warriors!

Hollyfeather was the first one to get it. She stayed in the warriors den for a while and spread it to her siblings, Rainwing, Stormshadow and Willowblossom. They are all currently with Silverfang and Snowshine. Hollyfeather is almost recovered, but Rainwing looks the worse. We will just have to wait and see. Silverfang believes that Hollyfeather, Stormshadow and Willowblossom just had Whitecough. But Rainwing for sure has Greencough.

Also two of our kits are sick too. Grayshadow's two kits Otterkit and Hailkit.Hailkit isn't that bad, but she is very young. Otterkit is very, very week. Grayshadow doesn't have enoguh milk to supply him with, and Grayshadow is starting to look a little sickly too. Hailkit has only Whitecough.

The four warriors that are sick are excused from their warrior duties until they are fully recovered. They shall also stay with Silverfang until they are recovered.

Also, I want some warriors to help Silverfang gather a lot of cat-mint. But not too much, because we will need some before Leaf-bare. Let's just hope it isn't destroyed by the frost.

A queen, not from our clan, was attacked a BlackClan cat! She is heavy with kits and the BlackClan cat attacked her across her belly! Silverfang help her because she is badly hurt.

I have aksed Rowanthorn to lead a patrol to where this queen was attacked! he knows the area where so he shall lead! I want Shinerain to go also. I shall not go because I am not fit. But I want more of the older warriors to go. Maybe some of the older apprentices too! But don't bring too many cats! it could be an amubush!

That is all.

*UPDATE*

I have just found out that Snowleaf has Greencough too! I know she is a queen but it will be best for her to stay with Silverfang until she is better. All the sick cats shall stay with Silvefang. That makes 7 cats that are sick! =O Oh no! I want Lilypaw, Dunepaw, Streampaw to go with Jayflight to get some cat-mint! Jayflight will know what it is!

*Dreamstar nodds at her nervous clan.

Lots and Lots of Apprentices

By naming apprentices we show that LakeClan will survive and remain strong. Foxkit, Pinekit, Hawkkit, Darkkit, Ivykit, Shadowkit, Dovekit, Spottedkit, Skykit, Berrykit, Silentkit, Thornkit, Dewkit, Graykit, Cricketkit. Until you have received you warrior names, you will be known as

Foxpaw, Pinepaw, Hawkpaw, Darkpaw, Ivypaw, Shadowpaw, Spottedpaw, Skypaw, berrypaw, Silentpaw, Thornpaw, Dewpaw, Graypaw, and Cricketpaw!

Raggedleaf, Swiftblaze, Swallowfeather, Thundersky, Shadowblaze, Windripple, Riverfern, Firetail, Willowmoon, Songbird, Flamestorm, Peachflower, Smokebreeze, Mothleaf, and Goldenstream. For all of you this will be your first apprentice!

Raggedleaf you shall mentor Cricketpaw.

 Swiftblaze you shall mentor Graypaw.

Swallowfeather you shall mentor Dewpawpaw.

Thundersky you shall mentor Silentpaw.

Shadowblaze you shall mentor Thornpaw.

Windripple you shall mentor Berrypaw.

Riverfern you shall mentor Skypaw.

Firetail you shall mentor Spottedpaw.

Willowmoon you shall mentor Dovepaw.

Songbird you shall mentor Shadowpaw.

Flamestorm you shall mentor Ivypaw.

Peachflower  you shall mentor Darkpaw.

Smokebreeze you shall mentor Hawkpaw .

Mothleaf you shall mentor Pinepaw.

Goldenstream you shall mentor Foxpaw.


Foxpaw! Pinepaw! Hawkpaw! Darkpaw! Ivypaw! Shadowpaw!
Spottedpaw! Skypaw! Berrypaw! Silentpaw! Thornpaw! Dewpaw!
Graypaw! Cricketpaw!

Background

I got a new background as you can see! I really like it! I like the sides how it curves! Hope you like it too!

Kit

Dapplewing has receive a kit from Flamestar this morning. He will not tel me much except that there is a danger to LakeClan if Dapplewing tells me everything. Something also may happen to the kit. So for safety reasons I shall keep the kit in my den. NO ONE shall see or touch the kit, until Dapplewing tells me EVERYTHING. Because then i will have something to expect and get ready for. THEN cats may see the kit. But until then, no one may see the kit.

Also. It is the half moon!

*goes back to her den quickly*


~~Dreamstar

Sundapple

Sundapple has decided that she will be a warrior after all!

Sundapple. Is it your wish to become a warrior once again?"

"It is"

Then by the powers of StarClan I grant you to be a warrior and to serve your clan with your life!

Sundapple! Sundapple! Sundapple!

Sundapple

I have just heard from Silverfang about Sundapple! Sundapple has had her kits, but they all have died! They were already dead before they were born! that's why it took so long for them to be born. Sundapple went through much pain when she gave birth to her four dead kits. She can't focus properly anymore because of the pain.

Sundapple,is it your wish to give up your the name and rank of a warrior and go to join the elders?"

Sundapple-"It is."

Your clan honours you and all of your service you have given us.I call upon StarClan to give you many seasons of rest.

Sundapple! Sundapple! Sundapple!

May you rest in peace. You are still young, but I think this ktting has brought on many seasons of age for you. Let you rest in peace for the rest of your life. But if you ever want to go hunting or on a patrol, go right ahead because you are still in good enough health to do those activites.

Also. I will allow you to become a warrior again if you ever feel up to it. You are still young. So just talk to me if you ever want to become a warrior again.

Go

ForestClan is being attacked! I want Shinerain to lead a patrl there! I shall not be going!

Tips

Okay. I am giving permission for apprentices to play their mentors, if their mentors do not come on! I am giving permission mentors to play their apprentices, if their apprentices do not come on!

More Warriors!

We have more warriors! Six that deserve it!

I, Dreamstar, leader of LakeClan, call upon my warrior ancestors to look down upon these apprentices.They have trained hard to learn the ways of you noble code, and I give
them to you as warriors in turn.

Reedpaw, Ashpaw, Duskpaw, Jaypaw, Silverpaw, and Dawnpaw, do you promise to uphold the warrior code and protect and defend your clan even at the cost of your life?[ says I do]
Then by the powers of StarClan I grant you your warrior names!

Reedpaw,from this moment you shall be known as Reedpond. StarClan honors your passion and swiftness!

Ashpaw,from this moment you shall be known as Ashfang. StarClan honors your strength and courage!

Duskpaw,from this moment you shall be known as Duskfall. StarClan honors your
kindness and skills!

Silverpaw,from this moment you shall be known as Silvereagle. StarClan honors your loyalty and bravery!


Jaypaw,from this moment you shall be known as Jayflight. StarClan honors your intelligence for herbs and abttle skills and calmness!

Dawnpaw,from this moment you shall be known as Dawnfrost. StarClan honors your loyalty and kindness.

Dawnfrost! Jayflight! Silvereagle! Duskfall! Ashfang! Reedpond!

Promise

I have promised to tell you what is happening after the gathering. And I will.

But first after the gathering I left suddenly, I was gone all night. I went to the MoonCavw to see what StarClan have to say about what is happening, and if I could still be a leader. They said it was fine. Even though I feel awful, I feel happy too...

Okay! Now for the news...

*breaths in deeply*

I am expecting kits with...Ripplestar.

*Cats started to gasp and murmur to eachother. They looked back and forth at her with unsure eye. Then she heard a familiar voice. Dreamstar looked down to see Soaringheart limping through the crowd, sorrow in his eyes*

How could you! He is a leader too! That is even worse then a normal cat taking a mate outside the clan! But TWO leaders! What about me?*

"Soaringheart whsiepred and lowered his eyes as tears started to cloud his vision*

Soaringheart. I will always love you. But not in the way I loved Cloudriver, and Ripplestar. Cloudriver made me feel different then what you make me feel, same as Ripplestar. I will always love you, but in different ways.

*Dreamstar looked at her clan*

StarClan have said that it is all right! But there is a punishment for me! I am guessing that most of my kits will die. That is my punishment. You now know why I feel horrible! I never wanted this to happen! I tried to avoid it! But StarClan even told me that it was NOT my destiny for this to happen! But it was Ripplestar's destiny! So of course it would happen! I really tried to avaoid it! I am sorry everyone. Espeically Soaringheart and my kits.

*Dreamstar looked over her cln with greif*

But StarClan have spoken and said that I may still lead. So I shall. And does it really matter who the father or mother of the kits are! If they are loyal to their clan isn't that all that matters!

If you want Silverfang and Snowshine can go to the Mooncave and ask StarClan themselves, if you don't trust me! But I don't see why that is needed.

Don't judge me or my kits. We are cats just like you. So don't judge us.

*Dreamstar looked sternly at her clan. Then she looked at Soaringheart, and her eyes softened.*

I'm sorry Soaringheart. I really am. I hope you forgive me.*

*Dreamstar almost whispered, then sighed. With that hse leapt off the StarRock and walked to her den, with murmurs following behind her.*

~~Dreamstar

Gathering

Tonight is the gathering! Here are the cats who are going!

Warriors~~
Shinerain
Cloverpond
Spottedpath
Scarheart
Rippleheart
Stormclaw
Wolftail
Fallownose
Thundersky
Shadowblaze
Windripple
Riverfern
Firetail
Willowmoon
Songbird
Flamestorm
Peachflower
Missingfoot
Duskfire
Gazedawn
Brightfire
Willowblossom
Hollyfeather
Stormshadow
Adder
Shadefire
Ashfall
Apprentices~~

Duskpaw
Jaypaw
Silverpaw
Dawnpaw
Redpaw
Sunpaw
Dunepaw
Streampaw
Lilypaw

Others~~

Dreamstar
Silverfang
Snowshine
Pinefall

Okay! Hose are the cats that are coming! Spiritsky, you are in charge! I will announce what I am going to say after the gathering. I am ashamed to be your leader right now. I am sorry. Let's go!

GREAT news!

Grayshadow has just had four lovely kits! Two toms and two she-cats!

Toms-

Runningkit
Otterkit

She-cats-

Hailkit
Archkit


Let's welcome out new kits!

Archkit! Otterkit! Hailkit! Runningkit!

Back

I am back. I am so sorry I have been gone for so long. But something...or someone....was attacking. I know who it was. Hawkclaw. I killed him before because he was a traitor. He killed my first mate, Cloudriver. He was a traitor. I killed him...I needed to have revenge. He was attacking me. Trying to kill me then all of LakeClan. He might still be at it. I don't know. I have some news. But I don't think now is the right time to tell. I'm sorry.

~~Dreamstar

Dreamstar-Part Six

Dreamstar woke up when the moon was still in the air. Ripplestar was slowly getting up. He looked back at her to see her looking at him.

"You better get back to your clan. I should too. It's my second day as leader and Ihave already dissappeared. I will take you to the border. Maybe even to your camp entrance. Come on."

Dreamstar nodded and slowly got up. She groaned and gasped in pain. Ripplestar's eyes clouded with worry. He helped her out and walked beside her. Dreamstar wanted to say something, but she didn't know what.

"Ripplestar. Why do you see in me?"

Dreamstar stopped and looked at Ripplestar as he turned to face her.

"Dreamstar. You don't know how perfect and beautiful you are. You are very loyal and brave and kind. You're perfect. There's nothing else to say. I've known you since  I was an apprentice. At gatherings we saw each other. Then...my clan left when I was made a warrior. I haven't seen you for so long. Each day I wanted to see you. But Reedstar never wanted to go back. Not after what most of the clans have done to us. But then we had to come back. Two-legs were destroying our territory.
  I was very happy. I was always leading the group, half running, always excited to come back. I had to stop so many times and wait for my clan to catch up. Then it happened again and again. You don't know what I think about you. You're...you're just so beautiful and sweet and kind. What do you see in me?"

Dreamstar sighed. She had guessed he would have asked this back. She looked into his eyes, they were filled with love.

"I see everything. No cat can ever replace Cloudriver, but when I look at you, I see Cloudriver. You are so much like him. Kind, brave, loyal and caring. You aren't afraid to fight, but you also aren't afraid to die. I see everything in you. Same as Cloudriver...and Soaringheart. I love you three with all of my heart. But... Cloudriver is gone, and Soaringheart. I don't know. I still love him. But I think I love you more."

Dreamstar looked down and continued to walk. Ripplestar quickly caught up and walked beside her, their pelts brushing. Dreamstar quickly glanced at Ripplestar to see him staring at Dreamstar, love in his eyes. She looked down again and tried to listen for the river. She wanted to tell him her secret so badly. But if any other cats found out, they would be in trouble.

She sighed as she heard the roaring sound of the river. She lightly leaped across the large log. Ripplestar following. She jumped down and ran through the forest. She heard Ripplestar following closely behind her. She quickly turned around. A playful glint in her eye. She saw Ripplestar trying to skid to a halt. He came rushing towards her. She crouched down, then leaped onto him. She bowled him over then ran away.

She looked behind her to see him a fox-tail length away. His eyes were bright and playful. She kept on running until she ran out of breath. She flopped down on the cool grass, breathing very heavily. Ripplestar came to a halt beside her.

"You okay?"

Dreamstar breathed in.

"Y...ya...I am...fine."

Ripplestar eyed Dreamstar with worry.

"You don't look fine. We better get you back to camp. Walking. Come on."

Ripplestar helped Dreamstar up and they slowly walked back to the entrance of the camp. Dreamstar saw the shadow of Shrewpelt in the entrance. Dreamstar turned to look at Ripplestar. She looked into his eyes to see love and understanding. That was all she needed. She nodded, a promise to see him again soon, and turned around. She walked towards the entrance. She stopped in the entrance and looked back. Ripplestar was sitting, watching her. She smiled and walked into camp.

Shrewpelt looked at her with surprise, then happiness. She walked into her den. Forcing herself not to turn around and run back to Ripplestar. She settled down, in her all to familar cold nest, and fell asleep.

In her dream she saw Ripplestar slowly walking away, then Cloudriver's sad face, and Soaringheart's llving eyes. Too much was happening all at once...

Half Moon News

Tonight at the Half Moon...Silverfang has given Snowpaw her full name! Snowshine!

Congratulations Snowshine!

Snowshine! Snowshine! Snowshine!

Half Moon

Medicine cats! Go to the MoonCave!

Exciting News and Apprentices and Warriors!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I have VERY good news! Grayshadow is expecting kits! She shall move to the nursery! They shall come really soon! You all probably know who the father is also!

Grayshadow! Grayshadow! Grayshadow!

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By naming apprentices we show that LakeClan will survive and remain strong. Streamkit, Dunekit and Lilykit. Until you have received you warrior names, you will be known as Lilypaw, Dunepaw, and Streampaw

Mouseleaf, Spottedpath, and Sandfeather please step forward. You have all had apprentice before,I know you will train these young cats well.

Mouseleaf you shall mentor Lilypaw. Teach her your courage. [Mouseleaf and Lilypaw touch noses]

 Sandfeather you shall mentor Dunepaw. Teach him your patience. [Sandfeather and Dunepaw touch noses]

Spottedpath you shall mentor Streampaw. Teach her your passion. [ Spottedpath and Streampaw touch noses]


Dunepaw! Streampaw! Lilypaw!

That means that Shinerain shall be deputy again! Cloverpond wil be head warrior again, and Ashfall will be a warrior again!

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I, Dreamstar, leader of LakeClan, call upon my warrior ancestors to look down upon these apprentices.They have trained hard to learn the ways of you noble code, and I give
them to you as warriors in turn.

Rainpaw, Hollypaw, Willowpaw, and Stormpaw do you promise to uphold the warrior code and protect and defend your clan even at the cost of your life?[ says I do]
Then by the powers of StarClan I grant you your warrior names!

Rainpaw,from this moment you shall be known as Rainwing. StarClan honors your intelligence and Independence!

Hollypaw,from this moment you shall be known as Hollyfeather. StarClan honors your fighting skill and patience!

Willowpaw,from this moment you shall be known as Willowblossom. StarClan honors your calmness and outstanding ability!




Stormpaw,from this moment you shall be known as Stormshadow. StarClan honors your calmness and outstanding ability!


Stormshadow! Rainwing! Willowblossom! Hollyfeather!


Let's congratulate all of out new cats!


Grayshadow! Grayshadow!
Lilypaw! Lilypaw!
Dunepaw! Dunepaw!
Streampaw!Streampaw!
Hollyfeather! Hollyfeather!
Willowblossom! Willowblossom!
Rainwing! Rainwing!
Stormshadow! Stormwshadow!

Moonshadow

Today we have found out that Moonshadow has died! It will be a great,great loss! We will miss her greatly!

Silverfang found her while collecting herbs,dead. Claw marks where on her throat. The scent was also strange! It was not BlackClan! But...but...another clan. NightClan. The leader is Cinderstorm, Eaglestar's sister. Cinderkit was taken by Blackness, the wolf. he raised her. But then she left, and created her own evil clan. It is not as big as BlackClan's, but they are tough. We better be careful. You all know what to do. I also want some cats to reinforce the camp walls. Make it strong.

Tonight we shall mourn for Moonshadow!

MORE Warriors!

W have been very blessed! We have so many kits and apprentices! Which means more warriors! Now is the time for two apprentices to become warriors!

I, Dreamstar, leader of LakeClan, call upon my warrior ancestors to look down upon these apprentices.They have trained hard to learn the ways of you noble code, and I give
them to you as warriors in turn.

Brightpaw and Gazepaw, do you promise to uphold the warrior code and protect and defend your clan even at the cost of your life?[ says I do]
Then by the powers of StarClan I grant you your warrior names!

Brightpaw,from this moment you shall be known as Brightfire. StarClan honors your loyalty and respect!

Gazepaw,from this moment you shall be known as Gazedawn. StarClan honors your love and forgiveness!

Brightfire! Gazedawn! Brightfire! Gazedawn!

Fighting Conest!

Time for the Fighting Contest!

Rules-

1. Keep claws SHEATHED!

2.Must make cat say they surrender before you win.

3.Must defeat five cats to win

4.Be fair!


Okay. Warriors will face warriors and apprentices will face apprentices!

On your mark...get set...GO!

Dreamstar-Part Five

Dreamstar swiftly ran into the clearing. She looked around. Then she saw Ripplestar eating some prey with his deputy, Dovefall. Dreamstar ran over.

"Ripplestar! I need to talk to you in the forest! Will you come?"

Ripplestar's eyes brightned.

"Sure! I will be right there!"

Ripplestar quickly finished taking a bite and ran after Dreamstar. Dovefall stared after Dreamstr with envy.

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"Ripplestar. I think it is time for me to go back to my clan. they must be worried... and I need to get back. There's something that is happening to me. Quickly too."

Dreamstar sighed and looked at the ground. She didn't want to leave.

"Also. Stop waiting for me. You hould find a mate in YOUR clan. Dovefall seems to like you a lot."

Dreamstar couldn't look at him while she said these words. She didn't want to say it. But she knew it was true. Ripplestar's cheerful eyes were suddnely filled with sorrow.

"But...but Dreamstar! I don't like Dovefall. I want to wait for you. I need to...."

Dreamstar snapped at him.

"Listen to yourself! You are forgetting that you need a clan to take care of! You are a LEADER now! I am too! Just forget me and go on with yor life!"

When Dreamstar looked at Ripplestar's eyes, she knew what she had said had broke his heart. His eyes were filled with sorrow. Totally blank and sunken. He started to turn around and walk away.

"Wait! Ripplestar! Please! I am sorry! I never meant any of it! Please!"Whispers." I need you. As much as you need me. I wish we could be. But we can't. But please don't be mad at me. Please. I love you too."

Dreamstar looked at Ripplestar. He had stopped. Dreamstar's heart soared as she hoped that he had heard her.

"Ripplestar?"

Dreamstar asked Ripplestar. Ripplestar turned around, his eyes still sunken, but with a glimmer of hope in them.

"Do you really mean that Dreamstar. Do you really mean it?"

Ripplestar's started to pad back towards Dreamstar. Dreamstar eyes sparked with hope and love.

"Yes. Yes I do Ripplestar. But Soaringheart ...we still don't know if he will get better. I'm hoping he will ... but we don't know. I love him Ripplestar. More then anything. He was there when Cloudrive died. I think i will always love him. But I don't know if he will love me after he finds out about me and you...and something else..."

Dreamstar sighed and padded towards a hollow tree. She stepped into it and lied down on the soft moss. Ripplestar following.

"It doesn't matter. I will always be with you. No matter what."

Ripplestar purred and lied down and fell asleep curled up next to her. Dreamstar sighed, knowing that this will only cause problems, but she fell asleep with him anyways...

To Be Continued!