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My gallery · by **Arrikanez** » Wed Apr 05, 2023 4:18 pm

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"If'n y'all don't mind hurryin' yer tails up, I think I got somethin' for y'all t' see." The concat extraordinare, Luck of the Draw, padded out of a reddish-brown thicket, leading his boyfriends on this so-called hunt for food. None of them were real... 'hunter' material. Not even the one with hunter in his name, as his pink, not-so-sane boyfriend came trotting out behind him, stethoscope left back at home, as well as his 'pet', the unfortunate black rabbit named Eli who happened to have come along with him. He was generally left to his own devices nowadays, which... might have been better. Hearthunter fluffed his fur up, then shook his tail a bit, eying up the area Luck had slunk off to.

"You'd better not be kidding. You know I hate kidding." The pink cat sighed, and moved faster, looking behind him just once to make sure that the other two of their little group were keeping up. "Poison, Call, c'mon. I can't keep looking behind me to make sure you haven't got your tails stuck in a berry bush." He shook his tail the other direction, and gave his head a shake as if to clear it. "C'mon, c'mon, c'mon. You're going to make us laaaaate."

Love at Night's Call - or Call - took his time, oozing out of the bushes with the kind of grace and charm he was known for. Darting forward to catch up, he then slowed, and rubbed the entirety of himself under Hunter's chin from head to tail. "Calm, love. Calm. We're coming. Poison just had a.... thing. To do." The tip of his own tail crooked at the end, and he lay it aside Hearthunter's flank. "We're not going to leave you behind."

"Of course we are not." Came the reply, bodiless at first, and then shown to belong to the white-orange-black tortie. His ears were straight up in concentration, and his body slunk low to the ground as he avoided every single one of the clutching leaves of the berry bush, emerging to catch up to the rest of his group. He gave a trill of friendly amusement, and gave Hearthunter and Love at Night's Call both a soft headbutt as he unhurriedly caught up with Luck, who was waiting for them on the other side of the trees leading out onto the sandbar.

All four cats paused once they'd all caught up, eager to see just what Luck had spotted in this patrol of their territory. Of course, there was the ever-present ocean, and its waves lapping gently at the sand, but the thing 'to see' ended up a great deal less relaxing. Intermixed with the normal-looking ocean-water was a swirl of blood red. It was staining the ocean foam pink, and leaving bloody imprints on the sand. Luck frowned at the sight, and looked back to his mates. "Y'all seein' this, 'r am I jus' imaginin' things?" he asked, head canted to one side, and one ear lowered. "Looks like some kinda' bleedin' sign or somethin'."

Poison's tail dropped, and he narrowed his eyes. "More than that, Luck. I believe it very much is - as you put it - 'a sign of something'. The void has been growing larger, and I believe... this may simply be another step in the degradation of our home. If it is... Has anyone been able to contact our benevolent benefactor?"

Call sighed, and sat, curling his tail around his paws. "If you mean Chroma, then no. Not since weeks ago. Almost... a month? Two? It's hard to keep track of time here, but it's been a pretty dang long time." His tailtip twitched. "Could this have something to do with it? This... red sea?"

Hearthunter said nothing, but he'd gone absolutely rigid. His eyes widened slightly seeing the sight of what he could only assume was 'blood', and scenting the ocean air. His ears were straight back, and his tail nearly tucked under his legs. Poison was the one that noticed their mate's behavior first, and offered a gentle shoulder-nudge. "Hunter? Sweet Hunter, where has your mind traveled to, that you are so afraid?"

The pink cat opened his mouth, and then drew himself into a 'Halloween cat' pose, hissing loudly at the red sea, with fur all bristled, and limbs trembling. "Red red red red red red red red red red red..." he started chanting. "Redredredred!" His voice rose in volume until he was screaming the word 'red' over and over again. It wasn't unusual to see this kind of behavior from Hunter, but the trigger seemed to be the red ocean, so all three of the others guided, coaxed, and shoved him back into the dark of the trees where the ocean couldn't be seen.

"There now, it's alright love." purred Call, rubbing his head against Hunter's, who had started muttering nonsense, his eyes gone unfocused. "It's alright. We're here with you. Calm down." He gave his head a soft lick, echoed by the other two.

"Don'tcha go losin' yer head now." soothed Luck, bodily putting himself over Hunter, and draping his paws over his back until the pink cat settled on his stomach. Once that was done, he put more of his weight on him, grooming his ears as he went. "Calm on down now, ya' daft creature. We're here."

While Poison wasn't one for shows of affection, he did care for Hunter. However, his 'help' was less physical, and more practical. With a practiced paw, he drew out some leaves from a pouch he carried around his chest, and waved them in front of Hunter's nose. The strong scent made the unstable cat sneeze, which broke the steel hold his mind had on his body, and let him slowly relax.

Hunter's tail stopped bristling at about the same time his breathing returned to normal, and he stopped chanting nonsense. It took him a fair few minutes to focus, but eventually he looked around as though seeing this part of the trees anew, and took a deeper, calming breath. One ear relaxed forward, then the other as the fur around his neck and back also slowly went down. Looking across at his boyfriends, he gave a wan smile. "Sorry." he murmured. "I guess something triggered me."

"Thas' okay. We jus' won't go that way again." Luck said with a smirk. "S'all good. You ain't bother us none."

Call rubbed his face hard against Hunters, and licked his ear. "We're just glad you're okay. That was scary. Did you see something in your head again?" His own head canted to one side. "Something scary enough to cause you to... well... go wild?"

The pink cat shook his head a bit. "I saw something, but I don't think that's what triggered me." he said, starting to groom his right front paw now that he was stable again. "I saw... a wide-open dark space, and a dark person - person, not cat - huddled up in the middle of it. Like they were hurt or sick or something. Shivering. Then it kind of all went dark, and... yeah - I woke up. What did I say?"

"Red." Poison answered. "Over and over again. As though your mind could not for the life of you let go of the color." He furrowed his brow, concerned. "It was as though that color had taken ahold of you. It was... odd."

Hunter stood, carefully, once Luck let him up, and sat, still grooming his paw. "At least I wasn't spouting off about my old... habits." He snorted. "Last time I did that, Viperstar had me resting for days." Giving a hesitant glance up through the trees, he caught sight of the ocean again - but nothing triggered him this time, and he could look at it with the same eyes as his partners. "What do you think is causing that?"

The tortie pulled both ears forward, and looked at the ocean as well, with its increasingly-red hue. "... I... am not sure. But it was not this way yester-morning when I rose to patrol." His tail flicked just the once. "It might not be prudent to venture toward the sea until we have a good idea of what has caused this... anomaly."

"Y'got that right!" Luck stretched out his paws, and clawed lightly at the ground. "I ain't lettin' any o' ya near that thing, less'n I'm sure it ain't gonna spawn nothin' to hurt ya." One ear dipped. "I ain't jokin'. That ain't right. It ain't natural, and it surer'n heck ain't friendly-lookin'."

Call wound between his boyfriends, rubbing his tail up under each of their chins, and offering soft purrs of reassurance. "Then none of us will go in that direction, loves. I see no reason why Viperstar would expect us to risk our lives unnecessarily. Especially recently, when he's been so contemplative about the expansion of our borders. Intentional or not."

"Then we'll just head back to him and tell him what's going on. I figure if he knows, then maybe he won't send quite so many patrols out near the ocean." Hunter stated, giving his head a rough shake to clear out the residual echoes of whatever nightmare he'd witnessed. "It's our duty to tell him, isn't it?"

"I wouldn't say duty so much as common sense." Call agreed. "But let us head back. On the way, we can help you piece together these visions you've been having before your attacks. If that's something you wanted to do?"

Hunter nodded. "Yeah... yeah, that would be a good idea. I never told Viper I was having visions or anything - just the three of you." One of his own ears went back in embarrassment. "I should maybe have shared that info with the rest of the class, but forgive me if suddenly mentioning 'hey, I see things before I go crazy' is a lot to say to someone you barely know, and don't trust not to laugh in your face."

Luck nodded a bit. "Mmmmhmmm. I ain't one t' judge a book n' all that, but I ain't got a CLUE what he'd say t' that. S'probably best that ya told us first at least."

Poison, Call, and Luck all surrounded Hunter as they turned and started the walk back. It wasn't far, but they weren't moving near as fast returning as arriving. This time, Luck lead them around the berry bushes, not through them. He kept close, so the others could follow. None of them were as experienced in scouting as he was. Hence why he usually lead them around.

"We will start with your first.. 'vision' if we are to use that term. You spoke of a large, red lake, with a black box sitting upon an island in the middle of it. The ground was black, I believe you said?" Poison kept pace with Hunter, staying to his left side just in case this walk down memory lane triggered another attack.

For a moment, the pink cat hesitated, then nodded. "Yeah. Big black box sitting in the middle of a red lake on a black island. It was raining in that vision. Hard. With red lightning too. No fog like there is here, and no red moon, just... darkness, and regular-looking stars, and that box, and the water." His tail lashed hard. "I could hear crying, but I wasn't sure where it was, and then I woke up to Luck pushing me down."

"Was th' only way to getcha t' stop screamin'." Luck said matter-of-factly. "I'll do it again, if'n it helps ya."

"Thank you, Luck, my love. But anyway. Second vision was... black, black - inside that box, I think, but it might have been somewhere else. I couldn't see anything, but I could hear laughing. All around me. Swirling like a physical wave. Lots and lots of voices. Just laughing and laughing." He screwed up his face in concentration. "I thought I heard that crying again, but it was too loud to really pinpoint it. Felt like I was... running? Moving fast? Moving scared. Like my heart was racing and my mind was racing, and everything in me wanted to run run run... But then that one was over too."

"These dreams seem to have a similar theme." Call said with a nod of his head. "They're all dealing with black, red, and crying. Laughing, too? Could you tell if it was raining in that one?"

"It was. I felt it on my face." Hunter said. "The third one too. That one was the scariest one. There were... things in the darkness. Coming after me. But I was rooted to the spot. I wasn't... it wasn't that I was glued or tied or anything, it was just... I was so tired, and my heart was pounding again, and my head ached like mad. It was like that moment right before you faint, but went on and on... And the things were getting closer, I could FEEL their claws stretched out to take some sort of anger out on me. I knew they were angry, I just didn't know why. It was... yeah, raining then, too. Harder. Lightning. Thunder. Like it was mirroring my physical state. All wet and icky, and can't move. And all the while, there was screaming in the background... and crying too."

He looked up, noting they were right next to the broken funhouse mirror that marked the path toward 'home'. He turned that way, and the rest of the cats followed suit. They were a well-oiled machine at this point, supporting and following. Leading and giving. Each had something to provide, and none took too much or too little. Hunter was glad for the balance they had, that helped settle his own imbalances. His tail flicked again. "And then this one. The fourth vision. With the blackness and the curled up human." One ear dipped. "I don't understand."

For a moment, no cat said anything, then Poison spoke up. "... I think I may understand some of what is going on. Call was right in that there seems to be a theme to your visions. I think that perhaps this... figure you keep seeing? It may be Chroma. He has communicated with us before through dreams, and speaks to us through our own minds. I do not see why the ability should be one-sided. Although if it IS Chroma within the chasm of your dreams, then... He is in a sorry state indeed."

Hunter's ears pulled right back again. "If that's Chroma - i.e. the one keeping this place together, we might not have a place much longer. He's in super bad shape. The crying? The screaming? The laughter? The darkness and the red? That doesn't exactly say 'sunshine and rainbows' does it?"

"No. I am afraid it does not." Poison's expression turned thoughtful. "It might be best for us to bring this up to Viperstar, as well as what we are considering it is in relation to. Maybe he could offer us more insight... After all, he and Chroma seem to have a somewhat working relationship. At least a stronger one than that of ours."

All four cats made to move forward again, before all four jumped back in unison as a cyan-blue box appeared out of nowhere, seemingly flickering with the stuff the world was made of in a glitchy sort of fashion. They stepped back even further as the blue box seemed to dissolve into waves and numbers, leaving behind the crouched figure of a black cat with... artificial limbs, and an eye that glinted with an intense flicker that told to that, too, being artificial. Hunter stepped back another foot as the black cat shook and shuddered as though experiencing a fit, and then shot straight to a standing position.

"Reboot! Reboot! C-C-Code C-Corrupt! Corruption Detected! System Drive Rewrite? Rewrite Negative. Reboot!" the strange cat said with a voice that oscillated between too-high, and too-low rapidly, interspersed with an echo of static. "Reboot! Reboot Complete! Reset Parameters. Negative Space Integrated. Voidspace Permitted. Voidspace Integrated." One ear flicked in a strange fashion, and the cat opened his good eye.

".... and that kids, is why we don't attempt to program a jump-shuttle sixty feet in the air, using a corrupt code-disk, an onboard USB, a rouge AI, and a prayer." The male shook his head, and flicked another ear, this time more naturally. "I'd love to ask the name of the bus that hit me, but I'm pretty sure I know who, what, and where it was. I'm dead, aren't I?"

Call stared at the stranger, and lifted a paw. "... Yeah. We all are. Sort of. Name's Love at Night's Call. You are? Don't try your real name, it won't work."

"Duly noted." The cat nodded, and canted his head to the side as though he were listening to something. "... Ha. Really? Nice. Nice. Okay, I'm Glitch in the System then. Call me Glitch, I think. Nice to meet you." He offered his artificial paw for a greeting.

Hunter offered his own paw to meet Glitch's, even though the motion was odd. "Nice.. to meet you too? I think?" The look he was giving to Glitch was echoed on his partners' faces. ".... I think you'd better come back to base with us and meet Viperstar."

"Hang on just a tic." Glitch canted his head to one side, and the blue-cybernetics in his artificial eye flashed red for a moment, then green. "There we go. Did an update. Right. So apparently this whole place is on a Voidplane. Not that you see too many of those, but I've seen plenty in cyberspace." His tail flicked, and he looked behind him to watch it. "... A cat? Intriguing. Color me interested. No kind of afterlife I ever imagined, but it's better than being a vegetable at the very least. We all gotta go sometime, right? Why not into the body of a cat."

"You are one strange fella." Luck said with a smirk. "My kinda fella. C'mon, Viper'll flip kits when he lays his eyes on you. I ain't sure which future-hole you dropped outta, but that's some mighty-fine hardware. Maybe it'll come in handy or somethin'."

"If you all would kindly move your tails, I believe it would be productive to bring these findings - and this new friend - to Viperstar post-haste. Thus. Enough with the chit-chat!" Poison called from in front of them. All four of the other cats hurried up to enter the big-top together. Eager, and wary, to share the news of Hunter's visions, and to introduce their leader to the strange new friend.

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cats on patrol [5/6]
♟Luck of the Draw♟ He/Him
♟ 100% HP ♟ 0% HUP ♟ Not Sick

♟Hearthunter♟ He/Him
♟ 100% HP ♟ 0% HUP ♟ Not Sick

♟Scent of Poison Blooms♟ He/Him
♟ 100% HP ♟ 0% HUP ♟ Not Sick

♟Love at Night's Call♟ He/Him
♟ 100% HP ♟ 0% HUP ♟ Not Sick

♟Glitch in the System♟ He/Him
♟ 100% HP ♟ 0% HUP ♟ Not Sick

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misc.
level 5♟ 116/650
predator/prey list
No Death Yet

items used
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active quests
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WORD COUNT
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My gallery · by **unohdettu.lupaus** » Thu Apr 06, 2023 8:34 pm

shattered eclipse

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"I think my group should have herbs to spare though they are in our seers den..and it's in our camp which isn't that far away from here" misha looked at furzetuft and the injured cat before continuing

"i can take you both there,i think its better if one of my groups seers see your friend furzetuft, as i don't have that much of information on herbs and their uses"

"O-oh well if its okay for you to take us to your groups camp and it isn't too much of a trouble i would be glad to have my friend checked up on" furzetuft smiled as she helped her friend up from the ground,letting them lean on to her side

"Dont worry, my group and i are always ready to help so its not a trouble at all, though ill have to check around this area to make sure the fox is gone and wont be coming back, it wont take long" misha let a small smile come to her face before

she looked around the place a little just to make sure the fox isnt anywhere nearby

"Alright it seems like the fox has moved on..we should get moving too just so we can get to the camp before it gets dark" misha said as she started leading the two cats towards the groups camp,as the cats walked misha kept her senses sharp still in case the fox would have came back and started following their scent

It didn't take long for the cats to arrive at the camp. The sun had already started to lower on the sky and the light it had been shining was fading as it lowered..the sky was in beautiful golden orange,pink and purple shade with a few clouds here and there..

As the cats walked through a tunnel to get into the camp that was in a hollow surrounded by trees,bushes and berry bushes.

Misha led the two cats into the seers den straight away

"Oh! Hello Misha" Apricot, one of the seers greeted as she noticed misha walking in

"Hello apricot, can you help her injured friend get better?" Misha asked as she nodded towards furzetuft and her friend

"ofcourse i can! You can go and help your friend onto that moss nest over there, ill go get a few herbs to help ease the pain from our herb garden " apricot said as she trotted outside of the seers den, soon enough she came back and gave the herbs to furzetufts friend , as furzetufts friend ate the herbs apricot checked out the injuries "misha could you go get more of this herb from the herb garden as well?" Apricot asked as she showed the herb she meant to misha

"Yes of course, is there anything else you need from there?" Misha asked

Apricot shook her head as an answer

Misha trotted out of the seers den to look for the herb in the herb garden..as she got to the garden she noticed that the herb apricot was asking for was there but there was very few of them…in fact there was very few of every herb..<i should try and get some patrols out with sheep or apricot to get more herbs to plant into here, i should really create a rank for gathering herbs so we wouldn't run out of herbs this quickly> misha thought as she picked up two of the herb she was asked to get and headed back into the seers den

"Here you go, i noticed that our herb garden is running out of herbs.. and i thought that maybe a herb gathering job is needed to help you and sheep out but you or sheep would then need to teach some of the cats who want to help gather herbs..so i am asking for your input, would that be a good idea or not?" Misha asked as she gave apricot the herbs

"I think thats a good idea! That would help me and sheep in the long run much more than having one of us to go and gather herbs everyday " apricot replied as she put the herbs onto the wounds furzetufts friend had

"There! You should be good to go, feel free to come back if either of you two need help healing injuries again!" Apricot said with a smile

"You both are very welcome to come and visit if either of you need help with anything else too!"

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-- cats on patrol

Misha | she/her | HP 98% | HUP 40% | Sick: N

Apricot | she/her | HP 100% | HUP 0% | Sick: N

-- custom predators / prey

no

-- level 4

experience: 468/500

-- items in inventory used

Ragwort (given to furzetufts friend)

-- active quests:

quest #1 (linked)

-- opted in to death?

yes/no

-- inventory

scraps | 1 FP | x6

Bugs| 1 FP | x3

Mouse | 2 FP | x7

Small fish | 2 FP | x2

Squirrel | 3 FP | x5

Rabbit | 3 FP | x4

Hare | 3 FP | x1

Eagle | 5 FP | x2

Owl| 4 FP | x1

Bird| 4 FP | x1

Ragwort | x2->x1

Mallow leaves | x1

Chickweed| x1

Blackberry leaves| x1

Honey| x2

Chamomile| x1

Catchweed| x2

Daisy leaf| x1

Wild garlic| x2

Holly berries | x1

Borage leaves| x1

Lungwort | x2

Dandelion | x2

Cobwebs | x1

Alder bark | x1

Sweet sedge | x2

elder leaves| x1

watermint| x1

Rush | x1

Burnet | x1

My gallery · by **LittleMaple** » Thu Apr 06, 2023 11:09 pm

Aetherclan
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Emberflare lifted the charms of the necklace with her paw, inspecting them. When she looked at the moon, she could feel a sense of belonging, but one gaze at the sun charm had her mind swimming with emotions. She let it fall onto her chest, assuming that Fennel had put it in her correctly. It reminded her of those Twoleg trinkets that shimmered so beautifully... her mind was snapped out of its nostalgic state as the wind picked up. She looked up to the darkening sky, and felt her pulse quicken. She certainly didn't want to be trapped in a storm, so she grabbed the beaver and rushed back to camp.

She deposited the beaver once she had arrived, only slightly amused at the fact that Eveningstar had been smart enough to hide the prey away so it wouldn't get wet. Looking around the camp, she could see Fleetingsnow ducking into a small cave as the first few raindrops came down. Eveningstar was already inside her den, but she poked her head out when Emberflare padded by. On her face was an expression of concern, and fear. Her face disappeared back under the overhang of rock. Hyacinthpool was nowhere to be seen, Emberflate assumed she was in the medicine cat den. Once she reached the den that Fleetingsnow had entered, she felt a jolt of fear run up her spine. She checked for stalagtites, and let out a sigh of relief when there none to be seen.

She creeped into the cave, jumping a little as thunder clapped in the distance. The rain was coming down hard now, which wasn't easing her anxiety in the slightest. She could up on the cold cave floor, as there were no nests to sleep in. Another thunderclap, louder this time, scared her awake. She checked the ceiling again. Still no spears of rock. She looked over at Fleetingsnow, who was sleeping peacefully. She decided, screw it, if sleeping closer to someone calmed her down, so be it. She crept near them before curling up a tails length away. Her felt her pulse slow as she fell asleep to the sound of rain, and Fleetingsnow's even breathing.

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(the storm wasnt just a metaphor mwahaha!!! Time for Aetherclan to test their strength >:3 im going to have to edit Emberflare's ref to have the necklace tho eee!!!! tysm though!! That makes a lot of sense hmmm. Also! What is the FP to HUP?? Is 1FP 10%HUP?? that's what I'd assume but I just want to make sure!!)

-- cats on patrol
Eveningstar | she/her | HP 100% | HUP 10% | Sick: N
Hyacinthpool | she/they | HP 100% | HUP 10% | Sick: N
Emberflare | she/they | HP 100% | HUP 10% | Sick: N
Fleetingsnow| they/them | HP 100% | HUP 10% | Sick: N

-- custom predators / prey
I'm picking my own!
new prey:
scraps, bugs, berries | 1 FP
bone marrow (scavenged), mouse, vole, shrew, small fish | 2 FP
medium fish, frog, squirrel, baby rabbit | 3 FP
rabbit, snow hare, bird, large fish| 4 FP
beaver, eagle, vulture, | 5 FP
new predators:
Wolf, fox, bobcats, bears
Would you like your current inventory converted to the new prey list? n/a

-- level 2
experience: 194/300

-- items in inventory used
Any items used/eaten this post
ex. food, herbs, etc.

-- active quests:
quest #1 (linked)

-- opted in to death?
no

-- inventory
bugs | 1 FP | x4
Scraps | 1 FP | x1
Shrew | 2 FP | x1
Eagle | 5 FP | x2
Beaver | 5 FP x1

wild garlic | x1
Blackberry leaves| x1
Cobwebs | x2
Mint | x1
Daisy leaf | x1
Chickweed | x1
Yarrow | x1
Poppy seeds | x1
Golden rod | x1
Tansy | x1
Elder Leaves | x1

My gallery · by **lore** » Thu Apr 06, 2023 11:47 pm

Alderclan
Last Explore Post: n/a | Last Response Received n/a

''Haven't you heard of the clans? Groups of wild cats living in the forest?'' The strange cat asked. Soot shook her head. She had been a pet her whole life. It wasn't until recently when her owners seemingly disappeared that she realized she didn't have much of a choice other than the vast forest surrounding her home.
Soot's heart raced as she stepped cautiously through the underbrush, her thoughts filled with worry about her owners. She had never been outside the safety of her home before, and the thought of exploring the woods surrounding her was both thrilling and terrifying.
The two cats padded silently through the forest, their paws sinking into the soft earth. Above them, the branches of the trees swayed gently in the breeze, while birds sang and squirrels chattered in the distance. The male, named Adderthroat, told her all about what clan life and living in the wild was like. Soot was intrigued and mind started racing with all sorts of questions. ''So, where's your clan, then?'' She asked. Adderthroat hesitated, before mumbling something about not having one anymore. ''What happened? Did they kick you out or something?'' Soot was curious now. She didn't know Adderthroat very well, but he didn't seem like a bad cat. Maybe clan rules were just really strict? Adderthroat sighed. ''I don't really want to talk about it right now. I just- it's difficult.''
Soot opened her mouth to respond when she felt something wet touch her nose. The sky, which was clear blue and free of clouds just seconds ago, had turned dark. The rain started pouring down and the cats hastily searched for shelter. They stumbled upon a small cave underneath some huge boulders. The damp earth smelled of must and decay. The cave was cold, but it offered some shelter from the driving rain outside. The two cats huddled together for warmt.
During the night, they talked about what it was like to be a clan cat. Soot was fascinated by Adderthroats stories and suggested maybe they could start their own. Adderthroat chuckled. ''I don't know if it's possible to have a clan with just two cats, but I'd be glad to stay with you. I was a medicine cat in my last clan so I know a thing or two about different herbs. Im sure I could teach you a thing or two about hunting as well.''
''I'd appreciate that.'' Soot said, trying to hide her excitement. They decided to go out and scout the area for prey and a more comfortable shelter.

[ 426 words ]

-- cats on patrol
Soot (Sootstar) | she/her | HP 100% | HUP 0% | Sick: N
Adderthroat | he/him | HP 100% | HUP 0% | Sick: N

-- custom predators / prey
n/a

-- level 0
experience: 0

-- items in inventory used
n/a

-- active quests:
quest #1 (linked)

-- opted in to death?
no
if yes, link to opt-in form

-- inventory
prey | 1 FP | x0
prey | 2 FP | x0
prey | 2 FP | x0
prey | 3 FP | x0
prey | 3 FP | x0
prey | 4 FP | x0

herb | x0
herb | x0
herb | x0

My gallery · by **Vivika** » Fri Apr 07, 2023 4:33 pm

✦ ROSECLAN !!

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“Fancy a flower, lass?”

And underneath the steady arms of an ancient oak, a tall form rose to greet her. A stranger. One carved from the canyons, shoulders firm and strong, curls ruddy ━ the color of baked clay from earthen vessels and pots. The fragrance of leather and spice drifted, tickling her nose.

Their smile piqued, one side of their muzzle pulling higher than the other, as they extended a little blossom towards her. “For you.”

Delicate and decked with frills, each petal like a twirling flame, fanning out before her. A perfect, charming gift… if it weren’t for the tiny wriggling creature perched at the center, wings draped with dew and ever-fluttering. (+1FP bugs, +1 marigold)

“I do apologize about the intrusion.” A lilting drawl laced the stranger’s voice as they tossed a little wink in her direction. “The name’s Fennel. My friend over there is handing out flowers from his garden and well, he asked me to see if you'd one.”

Riverheart blinked. “Sorry, your friend? I don’t… see anyone.”

And in the space where the stranger had gestured towards was nothing. Nothing, but the breath of the breeze and light, crinkling laughter of fallen leaves chasing each other. Only pawprints remained, a muddied trail ━ the only sign of another’s presence.

“Huh, he was there a moment ago.” A gentle wrinkle creased between their brow. “He never mentioned wandering off━ would you like to help me look for him? I think you know the area better than I do.” Their shoulders lifted in a shrug, a tiny grin curving. “Wouldn’t want to get lost myself around here.”

✦ Fennel (an npc) has arrived! They are looking for their friend, who seems to
have wandered off! Does the patrol agree to help them look (yes/no)? ✦

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✦ hunger (+0% hunger; one free post left!)
xx↳ riverheart (0% hunger)

✦ xp earnings (death opt in; no)
xx↳ +10XP for patrol sent, +2XP for prey, +2XP for herbs
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✦ patrol's prey & herb finds
xx↳ +1FP bugs, +1 marigold

✦ levels
xx↳ +14XP → level 0 (26/100XP)

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xxxx✦ notes; hello hello, nice to see you again! anything that doesn’t have an ‘fp’ value attached is an herb (so you were
xxxxspot on with the fennel)! ^^ as well, make sure to update the second link (at the top of your explore post) with the
xxxx‘last writer’s reply’ you received! for your next explore post, you’d have to link to this reply for that <333

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My gallery · by **ArithMedic** » Fri Apr 07, 2023 6:07 pm

Lotusclan
[url=link]Last Explore Post[/url] | [url=link]Last Response Received[/url]

Evermist- No, it's Everstar now, after recieving Starclan's blessing. Everstar sighed. It felt like it was all for naught, who is a leader if they have no clan to lead? Everstar had stayed near the Moon Pool she had awoken in for several days before Starclan visited her in her dream and made her a leader, telling her to go and find her clan. So now here she is, walking through her new unfamiliar-yet-familiar territory, looking for cats to invite to her clan, as well as scoping out the prey and what threats may be nearby. She is especially worried about any neighboring clans or clan-wannabes, however she has not yet found evidence of any cats other than herself. She almost wondered if she was being punished for a crime from a past life, doomed to be a leader without a clan forever.
In the meantime, instead of having a crisis, Everstar decides to hunt and do some herb-hunting until she can figure out what to do next.

[168 words ]

-- cats on patrol
Everstar | She/her| HP 100% | HUP 0% | Sick: N

-- custom predators / prey
N/A

-- level 0
experience: 0

-- items in inventory used
N/A

-- active quests:
quest #1 (linked)

-- opted in to death?
yes

-- inventory
prey | 1 FP | x0
prey | 2 FP | x0
prey | 2 FP | x0
prey | 3 FP | x0
prey | 3 FP | x0
prey | 4 FP | x0

herb | x0
herb | x0
herb | x0

My gallery · by **ArithMedic** » Fri Apr 07, 2023 6:08 pm

I want to risk death!
Username: ArithMedic
Clan link: Lotusclan

My gallery · by **Vivika** » Sat Apr 08, 2023 3:36 pm

✦ DUSKCLAN !!

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And it was beautifully ridiculous, chaotic and… stars knew what else.

But she wouldn’t change it, nor lift a paw against it. How could she? It was rare, it was beautiful, it was… perfect. Her fearless leader so wild and alive, animated, as he playfully tackled Weaselmask, fighting back a grin himself. Hawkstripe gently ruffling the light, wispy curls upon Mousetail’s forehead. And Infernoheart… diving into the rivers with a splash.

Water cascaded, iridescent against the wink of daylight, falling among the reeds and richocheting off the soft earth. Dragonflies buzzed, zipping from the chaos and frogs croaked a bitter complaint, long legs springing from their logs. (+3FP frog, +3FP frog)

As her leader’s back turned, Ivypatch fought back a snort. Her chin rested on her paws, smile shielded.

And behold, a swamp monster. Sodden with freshwater and limp leaves, paws marred with mud, gnarled twigs snared as if antlers cresting his head. Crystal clear droplets fell, one drop after the other, each creating more mud… and revealing something underneath the layers of grime.

A capsule fashioned of smooth steel, etched with hieroglyphics and swooping lettering, the cache still well-sealed despite the passing time. (+1 starburst)
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✦ hunger (+10% hunger for each patroller)
xx↳ shadestar (30% hunger), hawkstripe (30% hunger), ivypatch (30% hunger)
xx.xmousetail (30% hunger), infernoheart (30% hunger), weaselmask (30% hunger)

✦ health stats
xx↳ n/a

✦ xp earnings (death opt in; no)
xx↳ +50XP for writing, +20XP for patrol sent
xx.x+24XP for prey, +2XP for item
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✦ patrol's prey & herb finds
xx↳ +3FP frog, +3FP frog
xx.x+ no herbs </3

✦ item finds
xx↳ +1 starburst (default fur length changer!)

✦ levels
xx↳ +96XP → level 4 (180/500XP)

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xxxx✦ notes; n/a, but how did you discover my weakness for clicking links? 😭😭😭 /lh /j
xxxxfortunately unfortunately, a v kind friend of mine informed me about that link and i’ve avoided my fate c; but genuinely,
xxxxyou have no idea how long i stared at that,, the temptation to click was real <333 tysm for laughs, ahh!

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My gallery · by **canadianhowl** » Sun Apr 09, 2023 6:27 pm

xxx

★ previous post ★ previous reply ★ font credit ★

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“A trade huh? Well well well of course we can do a trade with ya!” Hollyheart laughed before looking at one of the herbs they just found. “Oh! Here’s some bindweed we just got. Don’t worry about it we got more.” And she gently motioned the herb towards the other cat. “Well, well, well thank you!” The other cat exclaimed before taking the herb and dropped the item in return…

The patrol looked a little confused before they began to continue. As if this day wasn’t going to be more interesting, things would prove themselves different. Bullheart suddenly stopped and looked around. The others noticed and also stopped to look behind at the tom. “Come on Bullheart? Did ya scent something or are ya just wanting to stand around?” Dragonfruit huffed. “Shhh… I think I sense something but it’s not a threat… haha I think I know exactly who is coming!”

Who…?

And on cue, a portal slowly opened up behind the chocolate tom who just grinned and eagerly awaited. The other cats blinked and watched. Dragonfruit stood their ground, Piketail nervously huddled back, and Hollyheart stood to protect Firestrike. Two cats slowly emerged and it was over. Though it seemed like they had company now. Bullheart laughed and greeted the two cats excited. “Right! I got to introduce you all to my mate and my son! My little mini me over here is Rider and this lovely cat is my dear Fortune’s

“… ooooh so these are the cats you were talking about! Pleasure to meet you two always excited to meet my friend’s family.” Hollyheart spoke up and went ahead to greet the two newcomers. Piketail soon became interested and so did Firestrike. Dragonfruit stayed away though with an annoyed huff. Great like they needed another distraction on this trip. The second group was probably miles ahead of them by now. Though it was nice seeing Bullheart so happy… wait how did these cats even come here anyways?! Nevermind about that. It reminds him of his own three back at home. Those tumbling kittens were already mischievous. Always getting into trouble and messing with the warriors. Even a few times they had to fetch them from Ramstar’s den. Well… maybe he can slowly listen in…

“Yeah yeah yeah and it’s all so cool! I’m so lucky to have meet this wonderful cat. It’s such a surprise to see you here love. Always a welcomed one though. My boy you’ve grown so big! Haha you look so handsome! You’re on your best behavior right?” Bullheart asked as he gently ruffled up his son’s fur. “Daaaad! Hah of course I am! Don’t you worry one bit!” Rider responded with a small laugh in his words. The young tom nuzzled his father before he decided to go ahead and hang out with Piketail and Firestrike. The three of course began to tussle around acting like the boys they were.

Hollyheart kept resting with the two lovers. Bullheart told stories of what he knew about Fortune’s powers with of course the tom chiming in from time to time himself. They were all having a lovely time and watched as the younger cats were also having the time of their life. Dragonfruit, originally accepting of this was now a bit impatient. They made it noticeable with their irritation and Bullheart took notice. He sighed before slowly sitting up and stretched. “I think it’s best we keep going now. You’re always free to hop in and out of the realm dear. You too Rider!” The fluffy tom called out. The family said their goodbyes before the two left the same way they came in.

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“I think they were nice guys! Y’know Bullheart, you should have them visit from time to time!” Piketail exclaimed excitedly. The group kept talking about it but Hollyheart noticed how grumpy her mate was. She sighed and slowed down so they could catch up to her. “Hon, I know you. What’s the matter? Look I think it was a good idea we stopped and let Bullheart catch up with his family but, I know there’s something else on your mind.” The pink cat sighed and shook their head. “I just… it frustrates me how many distractions we’ve been having! I bet the second group Ramstar sent out is already miles ahead of us and we’re here like… ugh! We need to catch up! We need to-“ and they were silenced by Hollyheart’s paw. “Dear, it’s okay. We’ll catch up. Don’t be so hard on all of this I promise it’s okay. Besides, having a patrol with high hopes is good. We’ll catch up faster if we’re all happy. Besides, the more we delay, that just means the more I get to spend time with my most favorite dragon kitty ever!” She chuckled and went in to nuzzle the cat. Dragonfruit sighed softly and smiled. They returned the nuzzle and gave a small kiss on her forehead. “I suppose you’re right. It’s hard not to think about it but… I do suppose I have to relax a bit sometimes.”

“… I know something to help you.” Hollyheart cleared her throat and called to the others. “Hey! Me and Dragonfruit will be right back alright? You three stay safe! No causing trouble okay?” She shouted before eagerly racing off with Dragonfruit confused but following. “What are we doing?” They asked. “Exactly what I know you’ll love! A good ol hunt! I think you need it to release some energy and stretch those legs and wings!” She explained with a glimmer in her eyes. “A hunt? A hunt yeah! Yessss that’s exactly what I need! We’re quite the hunting team too! Your strengths and my sight and speed! We’ve taken down deer and rams before!” Dragonfruit exclaimed and laughed excitedly, their wings happily flapping as well. “Now that’s my silly ol’ dragon! Come on! We got no time to waste! Even if we come back with nothing I think this is good for us to do.”

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NOTES
I’d like to add 95 exp from quests :)

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-- level 4
experience: 448/500

-- items in inventory used
bindweed x1 - trade

-- active quests:
quest 1

-- opted in to death?
yes/no

-- custom predators / prey
link here

-- inventory
mice | 1 FP | x1
squirrel | 1 FP | x0
rat | 1 FP | x0
lizard | 1 FP | x2
hare | 2 FP | x2
finch | 2 FP | x5
minnow | 2 FP | x2
crow | 3 FP | x2
bass| 4 FP | x2
deer | 5 FP | x4
ram | 5 FP | x1

Bindweed | x1
Borrage | x1
Bright Eye | x1
Burdock Root | x1
Catchweed | x2
Chamomile | x1
Chervil | x1
Chickweed | x2
Daisyleaf | x2
Dock | x1
Elder Leaves | x1
Feverfew | x1
Foxglove Seeds | x1
Goldenrod | x2
Honey | x1
Lavender | x1
Poppy Seeds | x3
Sweet-Sedge | x1
Tormentil | x1
Wild Garlic | x1
Willow Leaves | x1

PATROL

Piketail

he/him
hp | 100
hup | 20
sick | N
Dragonfruit

he/they
hp | 100
hup | 20
sick | N
Hollyheart

she/her
hp | 100
hup | 20
sick | N

Bullheart

he/him
hp | 100
hup | 20
sick | N
Firestrike

he/they
hp | 100
hup | 20
sick | N
Name

xx/xx
hp | --
hup | --
sick | --

My gallery · by **coffee.berry** » Sun Apr 09, 2023 8:01 pm

⋆ last explore post ⋆ peaceclan's archive ⋆ last writer's reply ⋆━--━

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"What was that?!" Hazelpelt whispered, horror-stricken. "Do you think.. they were ghosts?" she asked. Hazelpelt didn't have to tell Oakspeck why she thought that. Not even the fastest of cats can run away that quickly. They must've been ghosts from the Shadow Forest. Or.. something worse.

Oakspeck must've sensed Hazelpelt's worry, because he immediately wrapped his tail around hers in comfort. "Don't worry. They can't do anything to us. Now, let's get back to camp. Badgers don't do anything if they aren't threatened."(✘ Hazelpelt & Oakspeck don't approach badger.)

Hazelpelt didn't even snap at Oakspeck for the tail holding. She just seethed with fear, shaking her head every few minutes. "But.. what if the badger does something?" she said. Oakspeck shook his head. "It won't. I know it won't." He brought out a vole, sliced it in half, and passed Hazelpelt one of the two pieces, eating the second one himself. (x1 vole for Hazelpelt & Oakspeck.)

Hazelpelt reluctantly picked up the half vole in her mouth and ate it. "Thanks," she said, giving Oakspeck a small grin. "I needed that." After a few minutes, Oakspeck had finished his piece, too.

Then they walked back to camp, tail in tail.

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