[Kazin]

★ SHADOWHATCH CLAN
Butter Dragon ★ last post

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The most experienced among them was the first to spot the movement beyond the bushes. Even with adjusting to the lack of one eye, an experience that still lingered on the back of Favor's mind, he still knew the best spots to find prey. Soul and Ossis gave the hunter a respectful nod as he silently pointed out the mouse, nibbling away at a nearby celandine seed. With practiced paws, Favor beckoned for Ossis to cover one side, and Soul to the other, taking lead himself. Slowly, silently, they moved as separate units, but also as one - testament to the comradery already shared by the three cats. Without having to nod or indicate, Favor made his move, a magnificent leap into the air, landing on the mouse before it had time to even know what was happening. In the same moment, a sharp squeal sounded from Favor's left - a shrew, swiftly taken down by Ossis at the same time. "It was pure luck it was there," Ossis admitted after trotting over, dropping his prey. "But still a good catch. Nice job, Favor." Each cat cat each other a respectful nod, as Soul turned to the seed the mouse had been nibbling on. She plucked one of the leaves from the plant, thinking it could be useful somehow. No cat was empty-pawed as they each turned to head back with their bounty. (+2FP mouse, +2FP shrew, +1 celandine)

"Some pretty good hunting, I must say," a voice sounded from behind a nearby tree. The voice sounded genuine, friendly, and as the cat rounded from behind, the Shadowhatch cats all seemed to agree on that as well. The newcomer's tail was relaxed, a sign of peace, and their eyes were bright. "I haven't had a lot of success myself trying to catch something to eat, but I did find something else you might find useful. Perhaps we can help each other out, if you'd like? One of your prey for my treasure?" They took a quick pause, chuckling a bit. "Sorry my manners! My name's Fennel, by the way. Nice to meet you."

(Fennel (an NPC) has proposed a trade! They would like +2FP (any type) in-exchange for something special of theirs. Does the patrol agree to the trade or pass on the offer?)

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★ FINDINGS ★
[ +2FP mouse, +2FP shrew ]
[ +1 celandine ]

★ XP EARNINGS ★
death opt in/out

+0xp for words written
+10xp for patrol sent
+4xp for prey earnings
+1xp for herb earnings

★ FINAL TOTALS ★
[ +0% hunger for patrol ★ two free explore posts remain! ★ +15xp → level 0 (15/100xp) ]
[ you have earned +1 starburst for completing Wahoo's May task #3! ]

[ notes: welcome to explore c:
please don't hesitate to let the writing team know if you have any questions! ]

[SkyWishes21]

𖤓TREE CLAN
Kazin 𖤓 Kazin's last post

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No one dared break the silence, lest the tension between father and son set fire like a pile of leaves struck by lightning. Why Atlasdash had agreed to join another patrol with his father when his feelings could be generously described as ‘complicated’ was a mystery for the ages.

It seemed today his presence might or might not have been necessary – Stormbranch had his head full with Furzetuft’s favor and the familial tensions while Novafrost and Solarspark had their heads to the ground hunting for their missing littermate. No sign of Lunarblaze still; all they managed to find were a few herbs to restock the medicine den with and a few odds and ends. [+1 Daisy Leaf, +1 Catchweed, +10 stardust]

Perhaps it would be all right for Atlasdash to slip out for a moment or two. He knew what route they were taking, could meet up once he’d worked through a piece of the tightness lodged in his chest.

Stepping carefully to avoid alerting the others, he parted ways with the patrol into a quiet section of the forest. Finally, peace and quiet to clear his head with. Atlasdash let out a soft noise as he began to pace, round and round, emotions spinning this way and that.

A shame he wasn’t looking where he was going, as out of the blue he found himself face to face with an angry weasel. Fine then. Perhaps he could vent his emotions another way. [+1 5fp weasel]

When he returned, lighter of spirit despite the heavy prey he carried with him, Atlasdash expected to rejoin the patrol with merely a light explanation of catching prey. However, no one seemed to notice him and his weasel pad up as everyone’s attention was focused on a trio of cats glaring at them across the border.

[A patrol of rogues has been spotted! However, no trespassing has occurred. Do your cats confront them or ignore them?]

𖤓 XP EARNINGS 𖤓
death opt out

+10XP for patrol sent
+02XP for herbs found
+05XP for prey caught
+01XP for stardust found

𖤓 FINDINGS𖤓
+1 5fp weasel
+1 Daisy Leaf
+1 Catchweed
+10 stardust
+1 starburst from wahoo's may task #3

𖤓 FINAL TOTALS 𖤓
[ +10% hunger for patrol 𖤓 +18XP → level 2 (19/300XP) ]

[notes: figured i'd play on the tensions from your previous post; i hope you enjoyed!]

[Butter Dragon]

── .✦ Shadowhatch Clan ✦.

✧ Adventure Settings✧
Last Explore Post: Here ✧ Last Response: Here
Death (yes / no) ✧ Custom Prey (yes / no) ✧ Custom Predators (yes / no)
✧ Level: 0 ✧
exp [15/100]

✧ The Active Patrol ✧ maximum four cats
Ossis | he/him/his | HP 100% | HUP 0% | Sick: N
Favor | he/him/his | HP 100% | HUP 0% | Sick: N
Soul | she/her/hers | HP 100% | HUP 0% | Sick: N

✧ Inventory ✧
Prey ✧ x1 Mouse (2FP), x1 Shrew (2FP)
Herbs ✧ x1 Celandine

── .✦ Writing Section ✦.

✧ Active Task ✧
{n/a}
✧ Inventory Items Used ✧
{giving x1 Shrew to NPC}

{the patrol agrees to the trade!}

Soul bristled at the sounds of an unfamiliar voice, head sharply turning to see who had intruded. Ossis, however, seemed far less perturbed by the unexpected disturbance and greeted the stranger kindly, providing Soul a bit of calm as well with his relaxed response. "Flattery won't get you far with us," he smiled, his tone jovial rather than accusatory. "But a curious offer such of that," Ossis paused, glancing towards Favor to confirm his suspicions. "I think Favor there might have a word with me if we just walk away." Favor pawed the ground, embarrassed that his curiosity was so evident on his face, and apparently to the point of earning him a reputation for such behavior.

"I'm Ossis, and that is Soul," their reluctant leader added, a customary after-thought. "Truth be told, I would love to just give you some food Fennel. I always hate to see a fellow cat go hungry, but unfortunately we haven't the spare prey to let it go for nothing. That said..." He tilted his head, examining the unknown cat to see if whatever surprise they held was immediately visible, but found no clues. Still energetic, and hopefully the rest of the day would prove equally fruitful as their first endeavor, Ossis pushed forward the shrew at his paws towards Fennel, "I think we could afford to let this go in return for your mystery item."

[SkyWishes21]

𖤓SUN FOLLOWERS
DawnDenki 𖤓 DawnDenki's last post

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Here was the deal: in the middle of the meadow by the stream was one of the only herbs Crowpatch could identify as both safe and useful. Since he was starting out on a new adventure with Sandytears, he figured it was a good idea to have some on hand, right? Trouble was, there was only one in the whole meadow and he needed seven to be able to harvest.

Oh, Crowpatch had turned over every leaf to try and find something – anything¬ – to add up to seven. Supplies were useful! They should have this herb! Unfortunately, his knowledge of herbs was only enough to know that if he couldn’t identify it, he probably shouldn’t eat it.

So now Crowpatch was staring at this herb with a gaze that could have petrified nations as he tried to come up with any kind of loophole to make seven. Could he take blades of grass? No, no, that was literally just grass. It didn’t count. What if he went and hunted six pieces of prey? No, those were two different categories. Ugh, what to do, what to do.

“Hey, Crowpatch,” came the friendly voice of Sandytears. “I think Oy found an interesting rock. Care to go check it out?”
“Yes.”

Shiny rocks were good. Shiny rocks didn’t require multiples of seven. This was fine, good even. Crowpatch flicked his ear in gratitude as he padded over to check out what brilliance the lovely little rat Oysterstench had found. [+10 stardust]

When he turned back to look, the herb was gone and Sandytears was holding something suspiciously green. How about that? [+1 coltsfoot] More importantly, he was chattering with a bark brown tabby with a smile on his face.

“Heya, I’m Fennel,” the tabby, Fennel, was saying, “and my friend Furzetuft said you’re good for a trade? I’m looking for some resources to beef up my stores and I promise I’ll make it worth your while!” [Fennel has proposed a trade!]

[An NPC, Fennel, has proposed a trade! They would like an herb (any type) in exchange for something special of theirs. Does your patrol agree to trade or pass on the offer?]

𖤓 XP EARNINGS 𖤓
death opt out

+10XP for patrol sent
+01XP for herb earnings
+01XP for stardust found

𖤓 FINDINGS𖤓
+1 coltsfoot
+10 stardust
+1 starburst from wahoo's may task #3

𖤓 FINAL TOTALS 𖤓
[ +00% hunger for patrol 𖤓 +12XP → level 0 (109/100XP) → level 1 (9/200XP)]
[congrats, you leveled up! you've earned +1 FP (your choice), +50 stardust]

[notes: - pats crowpatch. there, there, little buddy, it's okay <3
- wanted to give you a heads up that an active
task and a monthly task are different things!
active tasks are super special quests npcs rarely give
and monthly tasks are wahoo's quests. a response will
say specifically if it's an active task versus a
regular npc quest <3 if you could note down
monthly task instead on your next response
so as not to confuse the writers, that would
be lovely!
- also this was your last free post! next time
your cats are eligible for all sorts of problems >:3c]

[MireyaDC]

I'm picking my own!
new prey:
1 FP:

• Small eggs
• Berries
• Bug larvae

2 FP:

• Titanomyrma
• Meganeura
• Trilobite

3 FP:

• Medium eggs
• Piranha
• Coelurosauravus
• Diictodon

4 FP:

• Compsognathus
• Dimorphodon
• Juvenil dodo
• Baby coelacanth

5 FP:

• Big eggs
• Troodon
• Adult fat dodo
• Adult coelacanth

new predators:

• Deinonychus
• Argentavis
• Dilophosaur
• Tiranosaurus Rex
• Allosaurus
• Carnotaurus
• Purlovia
• Sabertooth
• Daeodon
• Thylacoleo
• Inostrancevia
• Troodon (Only in groups)
• Compsognathus (Only in groups)
• Dimorphodon (Only in groups)

Would you like your current inventory converted to the new prey list? No (This list is for my second Clan)

[DawnDenki]

Sun Followers
Last Explore Post | Last Response Received

Crowpatch could feel his paws shaking, trembling as he thought back to the only herb he could find. Maybe… Maybe he needs to switch to organizing herbs back at camp. He could probably find good sets of seven back home. “Sandytears, I think I will be heading home…” He said soflty returning to the smaller tom and his rat companion.

Sandytears was still talking with Fennel and explaining his stance on the trade. “Hm…” While holding the herb in his jaws he debated his choice. He was lucky enough last time get two herbs, should he let this one go? The tan ticked tom looked up to the sky, letting the wind just blow through his pelt for a moment before nodding. “Okay! You can have this coltsfoot, I’m sure someone could use it.” He said with a mellower tone. He was worried this time, what if he made the wrong move by trading. Only time will tell…

Sandytears finally turned to Crowpatch, giving a gentle nod. “Oh of course, are you alright? I noticed you were looking pretty rough earlier. I hope I didn’t upset you by stepping in.” Sandytears mewed, dipping his head respectfully to Crowpatch. The black and white tom smiled gently before shaking his head lightly. “That was perfectly fine, appreciated even. I just wanted to get back to Frostedsilt and Moltencream. Maybe I could send them back this way?” Cropatch offered to his leader. Sandytears purred lightly still sitting with Fennel. “That should be fine, don’t make them come though!” Their leader said, looking back to Fennel. Oysterstench squeaked and raised his small paw hands to the air, his tail swishing quickly. Crowpatch quickly scampered off into the shrubs and bushes around them.

[ 288 Words]

━ cats on patrol
Sandytears | He/Him| HP 100% | HUP 0% | Sick: N

━ custom predators / prey
if you've filled out the form here previously, please link your form here!

━ level 1
experience: 9/200

━ inventory items used
N/A

━ active / monthly tasks:
active task #1 (linked)

━ opted in to death?
no

━ inventory
Bugs | 1 FP | x1
Grasshopper | 1 FP | x0
prey | X FP | x0


herb | x0

[Kazin]

★ FALLING STARS
Anpu ★ last post

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The river was an excellent choice, Swift'Star found herself thinking, taking a step into the river to let the crisp water cool her paws after patrolling on the hot Greenleaf day. The sun was beating down, and she could see that both her and Streaking'Sun were getting a little overheated. "The water helps, right?" Swift'Star called over to Streaking'Sun amicably - but her small grin turned to a frown of confusion as she watched Streaking'Sun stay as still as a rock, not answering the question. Swift'Star opened her mouth to say something else, but at that moment, Streaking'Sun's paw darted into the water and threw an object into the air. In another instant, Streaking'Sun caught it in her mouth, now turning towards Swift'Star. "Sorry!" She mumbled around what she had - a frog. "Didn't want to pass up the opportunity for some hunting while we were here!" (+3FP frog)

Swift'Star's grin returned, this time one of humor. "Nice catch," she remarked, shaking her head slightly and laughing. "And here I thought you were ignoring me, or something was scaring you." Streaking'Sun laughed back, and came out of the water to bury the frog for later, keeping it safe from any wandering eyes that might try to steal it. Swift'Star closed her eyes to the sound of Streaking'Sun scratching in the dirt, feeling at ease for the moment - at least until she heard Streaking'Sun make a noise of excitement, opening her eyes just as the other cat trotted away to some nearby bushes. Swift'Star found herself exasperated, wondering how Streaking'Sun had so much energy in this heat, and followed the other cat to the bush. "Holly berries!" Streaking'Sun exclaimed proudly as Swift'Star came over. "These could be useful in the future, I think. I've heard about how they can-" Streaking'Sun was walking as she talked, her eyes latched onto the bush, effectively not watching where she was going. Swift'Star saw the large rock too late, and Streaking'Sun took a tumble, scraping her nose on the sharp parts of the stone. "Ouch," she winced, sitting up. (+1 holly berries -- Streaking'Sun receives wound on her face! She loses -25% health.)

"Geez, you're all over the place," Swift'Star said lightly, quickly helping Streaking'Sun patch herself up with some nearby leaves. Happening to glance around for a few more leaves, a slight movement from the edge of the territory caught Swift'Star's eye; it looked... oddly like cat fur. "Streaking'Sun, wait here for a moment," she breathed, treading lightly towards the stranger. Swift'Star tucked herself underneath some foliage, watching as a cat she had never seen before crossed into the territory. Now, she had a decision to make.

(A loner is seen crossing the border! Does your patrol choose to confront the cat, or leave them be?)

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★ FINDINGS ★
[ +3FP frog ]
[ +1 holly berries ]

★ XP EARNINGS ★
death opt in/out

+0xp for words written
+10xp for patrol sent
+3xp for prey earnings
+1xp for herb earnings
+110xp for last quests

★ FINAL TOTALS ★
[ +10% hunger for patrol ★ -25% health for Streaking'Sun ★ +124xp → level 1 (188/200xp) ]
[ You have received +1 starburst for completing Wahoo's May Task #3! ]

[ notes: n/a! c: ]

[Kazin]

★ MERROWCREST
spideysense ★ last post

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Clamfoot could feel the uncertainty rising in him, anxiety blossoming like an uncontrollable wildfire. The moss, normally soft underpaw, felt rough and added to the unease. The snout of the crabdack twitched, and Clamfoot flicked her tail to signal to Tidechaser, hoping she would catch the meaning; move back. Slowly, too slowly, not breathing, Clamfoot trekked backwards across the rocks, feeling the uncertainty turn to fear. Could they take on this crabdack with two?

The only solace in the situation was that Tidechaser wasn't arguing with Clamfoot's assessment to move backwards. Silent herself, Tidechaser ducked behind a nearby rock at the same time Clamfoot found herself able to find somewhere to hide. Both cats barely let out a breath as they watched the crabdack amble away, leaving a pile of crab shells behind. It was full, it was leaving, and they didn't seem to have to worry about the crabdack... at least for now. (The crabdack has left the territory!)

"Wow," Tidechaser was the first to break the silence, making Clamfoot wince slightly, not wanting the crabdack to hear and turn back. "That was... something," she finished, blinking over at Clamfoot.
"At least we didn't have to fight it," Clamfoot found himself mumbling, hoping Tidechaser wouldn't bring up how bad it could have been if they had to fight with just the two of them. To his surprise, Tidechaser stayed silent, though it might have been thanks to the arrival of Crackerjack and Loamwhisper, having come back after alerting the hunters. After a quick debrief between Clamfoot and Crackerjack, they tilted their head and smiled. "I saw a pretty well stocked bird nest a few lengths back," they said, pointing in the direction away from the craggy rocks. Clamfoot nodded, wanting to leave the rocks behind for the meantime, to be further away from the peril that could have been. (+2FP bird eggs, +2FP bird eggs, +2FP bird eggs, +2FP bird eggs, +2FP bird eggs, +2FP bird eggs)

At the end of the egg gathering, Clamfoot felt a weariness in her paws, a longing to rest and be done for the day. He could see the others echoing his own feelings, the etchings of exhaust in their eyes. Yet, still, Tidechaser's eyes were all-seeing - a few plants caught her eyes on the way back, another couple of things to add on to the bounty of the day. (+1 broom, +1 catchweed)

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★ FINDINGS ★
[ +2FP bird eggs, +2FP bird eggs, +2FP bird eggs ]
[ +2FP bird eggs, +2FP bird eggs, +2FP bird eggs ]
[ +1 broom, +1 catchweed ]

★ XP EARNINGS ★
death opt in/out

+30xp for words written
+10xp for patrol sent
+12xp for prey earnings
+2xp for herb earnings

★ FINAL TOTALS ★
[ +10% hunger for patrol ★ +54xp → level 1 (121/200xp) ]

[ notes: n/a! c: ]

[Kazin]

★ GALAXY STABLES
Aizaka ★ last post

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Sun rays left the lake sparkling, the slight breeze sending gentle ripples throughout the water. It was mesmerizing to watch, and the patrol found themselves all taking a well-earned break by the water. Azure was just closing his eyes for a fast nap when he felt Raja nudge him - the other cat was staring dead ahead, a pair of mice having just scurried out from their own nest to get cooled off near the water. At least, maybe that's what their plan was... Azure let his instincts take over, hunting beside Raja, earning a nod from George as the trio surveyed the catch. (+2FP mouse, +2FP mouse)

Now, it was truly time for some relaxing. The hunt was over, there was nothing left to catch... again, Azure tried to let his eyes close for a well-deserved power nap, but again was nudged before he could let his mind wander into sleep. This time, George was at his side, ears alert, eyes wide. His nose was twitching, and as Azure made that realization, his own nose caught the scent of another cat, one he didn't recognize.

"Who goes there?" Raja called out, having picked up the scent as well. There was silence, save for the rustling of undergrowth, as the cat came into view. They had soft, yellow eyes - reminding Azure of the gentle sun rays. A tuft of fur distinguished their tail as well, making it fluffier than the rest of their pelt.
"Hello!" The newcomer called out in a friendly tone, tail raised in greeting. "I was just traveling the area, and saw this lake from a distance. It looked like a great place for a nap!" They said, eyeing the patch of grass that Azure had been laying in. "Though, I'm also here for perhaps a bit of trading too, if you care to?" They paused, gauging the interest of the rest of the cats. "My name's Fennel, and I'd love to exchange some of your food for something I found not far from here. What do you say?"

(Fennel [an NPC] has requested a trade! They would like 1FP (any type) in exchange for something special of theirs. Does your clan accept the trade, or pass on the offer?)

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★ FINDINGS ★
[ +2FP mouse, +2FP mouse ]

★ XP EARNINGS ★
death opt in/out

+0xp for words written
+10xp for patrol sent
+4xp for prey earnings

★ FINAL TOTALS ★
[ this is your last free explore post! cats will start to gain hunger, and possibly roll for injuries ]
[ +14xp → level 1 (34/200XP) ]
[ You have earned +1 starburst for completing Wahoo's May task #3! ]

[ notes: n/a! c: ]

[Kazin]

★ THE IRIDIUM COLONY
R0TP4RTY ★ last post

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The city looked magnificent, at least to Duskpelt. He stopped and stared at the scenery around him more than once, and he could sense Emberstar getting impatient with him with each passing pause. Yet, still, Duskpelt wanted to take his time, to enjoy being out, to let the day bring what it would bring. And yes, there something was - the day brought him the unmistakable sound of a rattlefly nearby. He glanced at Emberstar, who gave him a look of permission, and stalked off to locate the source of the rattle. Duskpelt was rewarded with the first catch of the day, and he saw Emberstar give a nod of satisfaction.(+1FP rattlefly)

Emberstar was hoping that things would go a bit more structured. They had a plan, and Emberstar wanted to follow it. Yet, it seemed that Duskpelt had a hard time with his own discipline, pausing at random times, letting his mind wander, and it irked Emberstar. Though, he had to admit, Duskpelt did well finding the rattlefly. At least he wasn't entirely empty-pawed on the patrol.

The silence washed over the pair of cats for a short while, and Emberstar let his paws lead down the path he had laid out in his mind. Yet, a spot of color off to the side distracted him, as much as he hated to admit. Even still, it was a welcome distraction - an herb, that could come in handy later. Emberstar plucked it delicately, taking the goldenrod with him on their way back through the city. (+1 goldenrod)

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★ FINDINGS ★
[ +1FP rattlefly ]
[ +1 goldenrod ]

★ XP EARNINGS ★
death opt in/out

+0xp for words written
+20xp for patrol sent
+2xp for prey earnings
+2xp for herb earnings

★ FINAL TOTALS ★
[ +0% hunger for patrol ★ two free explore posts remain! ]
[ +24xp → level 0 (24/100xp) ]
[ you have earned +1 starburst for completing Wahoo's May task #3! ]

[ notes: hiya, welcome to explore! c:
please don't hesitate to reach out to the writing team
if you have any questions about explore <3 ]