Riverstar! Oh Riverstar, where art thou?

OWLTALON
I fight for what I believe in.

The tom figured Riverstar would be busy, and wouldn't have much time for any of his silly request. But this time he wasn't sure if it were all that silly, the nursery was getting full and it was time for it to get cleaned out. Most of the kits were beyond ready to become apprentices, while those who weren't could easily adjust. There were only a few apprentices and Thunderclan could use a few more for when leaf-bare approached.

Taking a deep breath the brown tabby tom padded towards the rocky den where his leader would be resting. A smile slowly drifted to his face as he thought of the older she-cat. His old mentor, and friend. He remembered the days when he was the naughty apprentice who needed to clean out the elder's den. He remembered when they'd go out training, hunting, and the excitement of becoming a warrior. The tom remembered it all. And now he was by her side as Thunderclan's deputy. It was ironic how everything turned out. Simply ironic.

"Riverstar." he meowed. Sitting down he wrapped his tail around him, he'd have to wait. His mind slowly went off in thought about his kits, they were ready to become apprentices. Even Kestrelkit. Although she hadn't done the smartest of things, she had learned from her mistakes, and in the end that's all that matters.

Mystickit, the little she-kit was much too mature to be sitting in the nursery any longer. It would be a wise choice to have Kestrelkit apprenticed alongside her sister, then hopefully Mystickit could keep her in line. The best part of them growing up was the fact that he'd get to sleep beside his beloved Rainflight once more, he could go on patrols, hunt with her. They'd be together again, like how it used to.

<sup>Riverstar
No matter how hard I try, I can never be perfect

Not again... Riverstar thought grumpily as once again, she lay there, her mind too restless to rest. Yes, she was worrying again. Actually, even more worried. On top of what she was thinking before Talonstrike entered, now she had to worry about him.

Should she make him a warrior again and risk his life just because of a silly fantasy of being a warrior again controlling the elder's mind? Or should she make him live his rank for the rest of his life, hating her for the choice she had made and depressed because of it.

And now, that she thought about it, what about the apprentice ceremonies that were still incomplete due to the disturbance caused by Skunk-kit's death? She had to get it done. They were much overdue. But, she wanted to do Talonstrike's ceremony first. If, of course, she is doing his ceremony.

It can wait... Riverstar sighed in her mind. But the apprentice ceremonies can't.

A sudden summon startled her, making her jump in surprise. Owltalon? What does he want? Probably about the ceremonies. He's more in order and collected than I am. Plus his daughters are one of the ones in need of apprenticeship. I knew he was going to talk to me about it sooner or later.

"Come in, Owltalon."</sup>

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OWLTALON
I fight for what I believe in.

Owltalon entered the den, eyes narrowed in thought as he sat down. The light was much darker in his leader's den, then it was outside. Blinking a few times to adjust to the sudden change of light, Owltalon curled his tail neatly across his paws and began his ordeal,

"I'm sorry for being bothersome, but I'm here about the kit's apprentice ceremonies." he meowed his tone much too serious for his own good. Twitching his ears he continued,

"Ravenkit, Silentkit, Lunarkit, Mystickit, and even Kestrelkit are far more then ready to become apprentices." Slowly his eyes cast downward towards his paws, although he and his mentor were considered friends she was still intimidating to the tom. What if she thinks Kestrelkit's not ready? Of course the she-kit was at fault for escaping out of camp but that shouldn't place all the blame onto the poor defeated puff-ball.

"I know Kestrelkit got into a lot of trouble, but she learned from her mistakes--" he cut himself off and scuffled the floor embarrassed of his rash actions. "I just think it'd be better if she was trained besides her sister, Mystickit usually always keep Kestrelkit in tact."

<sup>Riverstar
No matter how hard I try, I can never be perfect

Riverstar had a feeling Owltalon would bring this up. The thought had even passed through her head before he had walked in. It seemed her deputy was more prepared than her, not letting anything slip by. Riverstar felt like a foolish apprentice again.

"Yes, I know. I'm sorry." Riverstar sighed. "It seems you have more order than I do, do you? Maybe you should be leader instead." Riverstar laughed quietly.

Getting up, she slowly slipping out of the den, passing Owltalon with a slide of their pelts. Reaching the High-ledge Riverstar gripped the rock with her claws, climbing it skillfully like she did many times before.

Sitting on the top she yowled, "Let all cats old enough to catch their own prey join beneath the High-Ledge for a Clan meeting!"</sup>

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LOUDSTORM
A storm so loud.
Loudstorm looked up from where he was sitting, a half eaten vole in front of him. Slowly he lifted himself up and flinched as his hind leg sent up sharp pangs from being moved. Maybe Gingerflight had been right and he shouldn't be on it that much.

Ignoring the pain, the black warrior limped over closer to his leader, where some cats where already gathered.

RAVENKIT
A bundle of sun shine
Ravenkit came tumbling out of the nursary when she heard her leader call the clan together. Everytime that Riverstar called a meeting, the kit was racing, hoping it was her apprentice ceremony.

But then she remembered Silentkit and Krestelkit and their expedition that had resulted in Skunk-kit's death. If this was an apprentice ceremony, would Silentkit become an apprentice with her?

RATKIT
I am no different.
Ratkit poked his head out. Though he was still to young to become an apprentice, she slithered out of the nursery and set close to it. His eyes were wind with wonder as he watched everything that happened. What did Riverstar have to say?

SMALLWHISKER
Keep your stories to yourself
Smallwhisker had been basking in the sun when Riverstar called the meeting. Though she was to old to go out hunting, the elder sat up and paid attention to all the smells and sounds in the clearing as the Clan came together for the meeting.

In the back of her mind, Smallwhisker was shoving away distant memories of her family as she scented Loudstorm, Ravenkit and Ratkit. There were times when she wished StarClan had punished her in a different way, maybe not allowing her to live in the first place.

Smallwhisker shook her head as she focused on the present. The past is the past and that is it.

Gingerflight
Victim of a Broken family

Gingerflight padded back into the camp as the leader called the clan for a meeting. She hadn't got much hunting done but she had gotten a sparrow and a squirrel. She dropped the prey of fin the Fresh-kill pile and padded over to the rest of the group. Her tail twitched slightly as she looked around at all the cats.
I wonder what's going on? There hadn't been any attacks.... she thought, but she settled down anyways. hopefully there wouldn't be an irruptions this time.

OWLTALON
I fight for what I believe in.

"Your a great leader." Owltalon reassured his mentor, "I'm probably just being more on top of the whole situation saying that this involves my daughters." he added quickly. If it were to involve, say Iceblink's kits he might not have been too keen to remember the whole ordeal. Then she was up and going, without a response nor a sound. This was the Riverstar he was used to, quick and to the point. Smiling softly at the thought he followed.

By the time he reached the lowest ledge where the deputies sit, Riverstar was already done calling her usual summonings. Resting his chin defiantly in the air he watched his clan gather with interest. He was the deputy, he belonged here, they all respected him. Yet, the tom still felt unease prickle his belly as he watched his daughter exit the nursery. She was still wild and untamed, even if she claimed she was on strict mental rules.

Mysterykit followed more slowly, but much more calm and observant. She seemed to be watching everything with mere interest, as if all that mattered was her ceremony. Kestrelkit seemed as if she were at loss with the whole situation, she probably didn't figure out it was her ceremony. Then came Rainflight, proud and beaming with energy. As if the thought of being free from the nursery was as exciting as winning a battle. Flashing her a smirk, he flicked his tail. We did it, we finally raised our kits to apprentices.

<sup>Riverstar
No matter how hard I try, I can never be perfect

Riverstar watched the gathering cats circle around the rocky ledge she was placed on, her patient eyes wondering from body to body. As soon as the movement between dens to clearing had stopped, she silenced the crowd with a raise of her tail.

"Due to an interruption from a few days ago, I did not get to finish the ceremonies for the remaining young cats that deserve their new positions. Thanks to our loyal deputy, Owltalon, he has reminded me of the forgotten unfinished business, and now I will take the care and attention it deserves."

Laying her gaze upon the seven kits in question, she raised her voice. "Lunarkit, Ravenkit, Kestrelkit, Ravenkit, Jaykit, Mystickit and Silentkit. All of you, step forward."</sup>

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( Phew what a mouthful XD )

RAVENKIT
A bundle of sun shine

Ravenkit listened as names started to be called. Her heart seemed to freeze as she waited for her name to be called, if it was going to be called. Her tail crossed and eyes closed, the little kit waited in apprehension for her name.

And then she heard it. The leader had called out her name. And Silentkit's too! They were both becoming apprentices. Together, just like she hoped. The black bundle of fur leapt up and trotted as quickly as she could to sit in front of her leader. Ravenkit's heart was beating fast in excitment. In a few moments, she would no longer be known as Ravenkit. She would be known as Ravenpaw.

<sup>Silentkit
I walk alone

Silentkit's green orbs widened in pure surprisement as he heard his name echoing through the clearing. From Riverstar's recent announcement about Kestrelkit's and his punishment, he had a slight expectancy for it, but he wasn't sure that she would really stick to it due to all the protests.

Taking every advantage in this moment, he calmly followed his hyped up sister, glad that she was more happy than she was a few days ago. Inside, he was glad and proud. Even though his expressions proved otherwise. His rank would be upgraded, and he wouldn't be known as a useless kit anymore.

Just one more upgrade to go. He told himself. Then I'll finally gain warriorship.


Mystickit
You may be smart, but I'm smarter

Believe it or not, Mystickit was surprised. Not about her name being called, but her sister's. She was suspecting it, and she was proud of her sister not being banned from becoming an apprentice with her, being a trouble-maker and all, but she still was surprised that Riverstar didn't change her mind.

Nevertheless, it didn't catch her too off guard. She was sure going to make a smart but warm comment afterward, though. But out of pride and happiness. She couldn't wait to hunt with Kestrelkit when they have the chance. Maybe even train.

In a calm manner, similar to Silentkit's surprised but serious walk, she followed her sister toward the ledge, looking up at the awaiting she-cat.</sup>

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( Too lazy to play Jaykit, but he's up there XD I'm trying to force these role-plays out of my brain )

LUNARKIT

^{No one is the boss of me.}

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Lunarkit padded out of the nursery den as she heard Riverstar, the leader call out a meeting. Adjusting her pale yellow eyes to the brightness of the sun she smirked as her name was called. At last, my apprenticeship is called! She meowed to herself as she silently padded up to the high rocks.

Grief quickly took over her as she didn’t hear her sibling’s name being called. Instead she heard other kits being called along with their siblings; she was the only one without one well except for Jaykit.

Silently sighing her herself she stood in front of the great leader ignoring the other younger kits line up on both sides of her and waited for Riverstar to continue.
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<sup>Riverstar
No matter how hard I try, I can never be perfect

Watching with amusement at the varieties of different expressions and stances, she waited until all the kits were in the front. "This is a proud day for ThunderClan, by naming apprentices we show clan name will survive and remain strong."

Lunarkit, Ravenkit, Kestrelkit, Jaykit, Mystickit and Silentkit, from now on until you receive your warrior name you will be known as Lunarpaw, Ravenpaw, Kestrelpaw, Jaypaw, Mysticpaw, and Silentpaw." Riverstar announced, then continued with the names of their mentors.

"I will take on the task to be Lunarpaw's mentor. I will do my best to teach you the skills that will make you a brave warrior of ThunderClan.

Rainflight, you are ready for an apprentice. You will be Ravenpaw's mentor. Teach her the skills that will make her a strong warrior of ThunderClan."

Riverstar knew that if she kept up the long announcement of calling mentors, this ceremony would last too long. She still needed four more apprentices' mentors, so she decided to continue with it being sweet and short.

"Loudstorm, Greyfox, Gingerflight, and Sabertooth. You are ready for an apprentice. You four will be Kestrelpaw's, Jaypaw's, Mysticpaw's and Silentpaw's mentors. I trust in you that you will pass down your skills to them."


Rainflight
Keep trying, you'll never bring me down

Rainflight straightened up in surprise. She was going to be a mentor? She didn't even get a chance to be a warrior after her queen rank! But she knew Ravenpaw was a good girl since she was born. And it was nice to mentor her friend's kit.

Slipping through the crowd with a big smile on her face and her eyes gleaming with pride and joy from both her kits' apprenticeship and having her first apprentice, she glaced at Kestrelpaw and Mysticpaw with pure happiness. Then went over to the black figure of Ravenpaw.

"Congratulations." Rainflight purred to the young she-cat, bending down to gently touch noses with her. With an amused smile she meowed, "Happy to finally be free from the confinement of the nursery?"</sup>

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Ravepaw:

Ravenpaw held back her excitment at finally being an apprentice. The new apprentice want to jump as high as she could, she felt like she could reach StarClan if she did. But then her new mentor came up to her. Rainflight had been a nice person to be around in the nursary, she just hoped she wasn't a little irritated at becoming a mentor as soon as she got out of the nursary.

Ravenpaw touched noses with Rainflight. "Thanks." she replied. "Actually, it doesn't feel any different. Besides that now I have duties." Ravenpaw joked.

Loudstorm:

The black tom beam with pride as his kits became apprentices. Both Ravenkit and Silentkit, no Ravenpaw and Silentpaw, would make great warriors. But then Loudstorm was surprised, his was to mentor an apprentice? He just hoped that his apprentice would mind having training held off for a little longer as his leg healed. But then he heard who his apprentice was. Kestrelkit, or Kestrelpaw would be her new name.

The tom stood up and went forward to the deputies daughter. Before touching noses with his new apprentice, he meowed "I hope you don't mind training being held off for a little longer, my leg is still healing from the battle."

{{ D8 I is just assuming who his apprentice is. Since he was called first and then Kestrelpaw was called first with the apprentices, I figured.}}

( Yuppers you are abosultely right Moony. Sorry for the confusion ^_^; And it's Kestrel, not Krestel XD Sorry I had to point it out because I didn't want you to have the same mistake in the future ^_^; )

<sup>Rainflight
Keep trying, you'll never bring me down

Rainflight laughed. "Hmm...it's pretty early. Why don't you have your first taste of apprenticeship by exploring the territory a bit? Then you can have the rest of the day to brag about how much fun you had to your friends." Rainflight suggested, giggling at the last comment she made.

"Once the ceremony is over, of course. Me and you both need to share congrats to the other apprentice, right?" With a smile she continued, "Once everything settles down, just meet me at the entrance if you want to explore. If you don't, I'll understand."

Rainflight knew she was talking a bit much and sounded a bit rushed, but one, she was nervous about being a mentor. It was going to be hard, especially having to be strict on some things like rules or procedures. Being rushed, on the other hand, was because she wanted to get to her kits.

She was also eager to train Ravenpaw, even though nervousness had slightly overcome her. But if Ravenpaw didn't want to train just yet, she could also distract herself by doing the old warrior duties she was always wishing to do when she was a queen.

Either way, she was just in a bound up mess of worries, thoughts, and duties.</sup>

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( Really? I was just reading what both alliances and the updates said, and it said Nightflare was Patchpaw's mentor, and in your pm when I asked about mentors you said Rainflight can be Ravenpaw's mentor D:

But since some of the role-play has already been done it's alright not to change it, right? D; I don't want to first, have Moony edit her Ravenpaw post and second, delete my newest post all together. I think Seabird's brother can take care of her apprentice. Is that alright?

And about Birdsong...yeah alright I'll edit the post so Riverstar can be her mentor. That'll be no big deal.

I've been noticing lately that I've been a little stubborn with you haven't I? XD )