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Well, well, wasn't this interesting?

Though he noted a few others hanging to the outer area of the gathering, Legend held no such qualms. As he believed, these gatherings beneath the full moon were meant to be peaceful for all involved...and that extended to the clanless, did it not? Awfully rude if it didn't.

While he was not so rude as to interrupt those speaking or make a scene, he also made no attempt to be discrete or hang back as some cats seemed to be doing. He walked slowly and confidently, weaving amongst the clan cats as if he belonged in their number. Nothing against clans, not really. He just preferred to keep to his own rules rather than someone else's. Couldn't they all just be friends? Afterall, look at all the lovely she-cats here tonight!

Grinning winningly and nodding to a few cats he passed, he settled himself down comfortably in the crowd to see what this was all about. And maybe make a few new lovely friends this evening.

(Legend open for interaction!)

It was strange to be invited along to something as important to the clan as this, but Sandburr assumed that meant he was doing a good job settling into this whole 'wild clan cat' Warrior role. It was far different from his old life, that was for sure, but the drive to be the best had followed him from his old show days and kept pushing him to try harder. Even if this life was definitely much harder than his old one.

Heathersong had offered to stay in camp and help watch the sudden influx of black kittens who had joined the clan from parts unknown. Sweet she-cat, that one. Sandburr had offered to fill her in on what happened when he got back. She had seemed grateful; she had also seemed much more relieved at staying behind to keep the kits entertained.

Speaking of sweet she-cats...that was not one over there. A momentary scowl crossed his face at seeing Quicktrap and he quickly but casually changed direction and attempted to hide himself from sight behind the large Maine Coon nearby.







While Shadedancer may have shot a questioning glance at the Manx attempting not-so-subtly to use her as cover to hide behind, she followed his gaze and understood. As fun as the bickering between those two tailless cats could be, she wasn't in the mood right now to stir things up just yet. Let the tom hide for now. Maybe later if this got boring.

For now, she was here to not only make sure she was in the know of new happenings, but also so she could check out this other clan. What kind of cats were they? Were they a threat? Could they be a threat? What did they fight like?

Well, not likely to find out much about that one in a peaceful meeting, she supposed. Though, as their leader began to speak, she wondered if it would stay peaceful for long. Heh, of course it was their right to take more territory. They were the bigger clan, more members, stronger...as far as she knew anyway. But, would these river types realize that truth or would they need convinced of it? A part of her hoped they would.

Bloodstorm just giggled when her sister shouted at her to stop being excited. She can't really help herself to be honest, with all the cats around. Still she tiled her head and slowed her swaying tail. "You are fine, Skybloom, really..." Purring at her sister, she looked about. Spotting her mentor was pretty easy and when she found her, she inclined her head in respect. Her mentor taught her well. She hopes.

"Wait, where?" At the mention of their father, she blinked and meows in confusion. She could not quite- Ah there he is! "Father! Over here!"




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Icyjuniper 's eyes widen as she saw the gathering of the cats. It was a lot more than the kittens that flooded the Riverclan dens in a sea of black. "Dad! So many cats!" She bounced on her paws, meowing excitedly. She was happy to be apart of this gathering. She knew that this was both her and her father's first time so meeting people must be compulsory... though, she did not know that many cats.

Open for interactions.

Cracklestreak winced when his voice carried towards the gathering and sheepishly slapped his paw on his face. He did notice some of the mission goers, Tailchaser, Rabbitleap and some others he did not remember the names of. Bearjaw was around too, the bottomless pit that cat was. He smiled when Icyjuniper showed excitement. "Calm down a little, please Icy...I am sure there are some cats who you can speak to." He listened as Brightstar's chat bertween her and Shadowstar. It was an interesting thing, the two leaders. He does have respect for them both.

Open for interactions as well, he forgotten who he went on the mission with ^^;

Tailchaser gave a happy chuff/purr as Lostpath greeted him, "That's great!" he honked, happy Foxk..no Foxcry had survived and was a good warrior now, something in his chest warmed at being able to help. "It wasn't all me Lostpath, i only talked to the kittypet, YOU guys are the warriors that fought, i wasn't really any use until Pumpkin showed up" His tail twitched, yes he'd been the one to negotiate with the kittypet but if it hadn't been for EVERYONE, they'd never have made it there ... or back, making his efforts pointless without THEM.

He grinned widely at Bearjaw, "i'm so glad" He followed the pair forwards, sitting with his friends, this was good, he was happy, for a fleeting moment he wished he had been part of the clans when they had all lived together, it would have been nice not to have to split and treat them like enemies most of the time.

His ears twitched when Brightstar spoke about expanding and his thoughts immediately went to Spirit, and her now grown kit, what did that mean for them? .. Spirit was frail but managing, what would happen if she was forced out of the home she'd carved for herself? His ears lowered sadly at the thought. He'd help her, even at the cost of status in the clan. He looked at Bearjaw "Don't worry, i don't think she means she wants to take Riverclan lands, we found a LOT of territory out there, i bet that's what she means" he reassured his friend, having noticed the slightly odd look and the deep breath





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Silverstreak nodded, "I think so" she whispered as the hush over the gathering began, she'd go see her later maybe, "We definitely need more territory, even just the camp grounds needs expanding, food is more scarce.. " she admitted quietly, her stomach churning at mention of kits. She loved them but something inside her felt cold and empty.



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Barkfang carefully watched at the outskirts of the meeting, noting Foxcry seemed to have made a friend, she sighed, watching her Clan Leader with more and more suspicion, why exactly had Shadowstar invited her, she narroed her gaze, trying to judge the dark cat's reaction to Brightstar's news. Expanding wouldn't be a BAD thing for either clan but she'd be damned if she let Lightning take ANY Riverclan land without a fight, interclan issues or not. Or perhaps, she should just let the fools fight amongst themselves, tch....... attachments ...




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Skybloom curled her tail around her paws, she'd called her father over, it was just waiting to see if he'd come over. She leaned closer to Bloodstorm as the Clan Leaders started discussing. "I wonder what this means for all of us, maybe we'll move and give Riverclan some of our old grounds?" she said, it seemed the most fair from what she'd heard of what lay the other side of Riverclan not being great for hunting, it made sense if Lightning moved and gave some ground to River so everyone had more room?

Petalnose felt confident when Ravensnatch had smiled at him. Ravensnatch must recognize him, since he didn't Immedietly look confused about what was happening. He listened intently to what Ravensnatch said, nodding firmly as he did. That seemed like a smart decision. The loners may not like them encroaching on their territory.. oh no! What if they fought back? He didn't want any more fights! He'd had enough of THAT for now.

He was about to speak as well when suddenly Ravensnatch dropped the bomb of not knowing who he was. His ears pinned down slightly and he hesitated. His mouth hung open in silence. Did Ravensnatch not know his own clanmate..? More concerning, though, did Timberfall not even mention Petalnose once to one of timberfalls closest friends?! That was a bit... Worrying.

He let out a surprised mrrow as the tom pullee him closer and ruffled the fur on his head, revealing it was all but a joke. He let out a relieved purr. "You scared me for a moment." He laughed softly, smiling a bit at the older cat. "Well, I suppose more territory would be nice-." He was going to continue when suddenly Ravensnatch continued instead, mentioning Timberfall in a not very subtle manner. He felt his pelt grow warmer and he awkwardly shuffled his paws. "W-well.. I suppose I wouldn't mind that.." he stuttered.

Molerat's eyes shot open in surprise, he shook so violently at Brightstar's voice that his back legs gave out and he found himself sitting. He needed his paws together, gathering his thoughts.
"Mmm no, no, not me. I know not of where these puffballs come from, a lot of crowfood if you ask me. They just showed up. Got in the way. Ruined me hunts. Awful things." He had to remind himself to not mention wanting to eat them, as cannibalism was frowned upon in the clans. But they didn't know how hard life could be as an outsider with no one to rely on but yourself. You did what you had to do.
"Nope, no clue where they came from."Molerat pulled himself back together, back on his feet and as far away from Brightstar as possible.



Crowfood / Crowfood-eater = A harsh insult - to compare someone to rotting food / prey, or to say they eat rotting food. It is often used in threats such as 'I will turn you into Crowfood!'

Of course she had ignored him. Why would she even look at him anyways?

Resigned to remain anonymous as usual, Minnowflash had been about to move else where when another large burly tom came up to him. He blinked in surprise, not familiar with this cat, nor his size or gruff looks. He smelled strongly of Lightningclan, not that that wasn't obvious before, Minnowflash was certain he wasn't a Riverclan cat. Still, the grey tom had to take a moment and glance around him to make sure this Timberfall was indeed, talking to him.

"Me?" he blinked before hanging his head a bit. "I'm Minnowflash....and yes I am." he said softly, placing on a soft smile and giving a very respectful dip of his head.


"They wont, it would be any loners I worry about, they don't exactly stick to clan code." he said, still gently grooming the top of her head some more. When they'd get back to camp he'd help ensure that she got back to her pristine sparkling self. "And...for expanding...well... it makes sense with the numbers we have but...that's sure to start more of a rivalry with Riverclan...they may not take it too well. "