Date: 10th of February 2018
The first Gathering of Leaffall was mostly uneventful and quiet. FireClans lack of deputy caused a little curiosity but nothing more than that. Swiftstar spoke first and announced the good progress of their apprentices and their full nursery. He coped well with what he said, but he did say very little. Jaguarstar explained that Reedheart had stepped down as deputy and that she would be selecting a replacement later that night. Rumours that she was trying to find a successor in leadership swirled. Padstar announced the death of Littledawn at the paws of 'loners'. The other clan cats seemed to take little notice of the fact, and that she omitted the truth about who these loners are may raise some questions in her own clan. Smokestar announced the graduation of Rabbitpaw and Emberpaw to warrior and medicine apprentices and that her clan was faring well considering the circumstances.
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Date: 24th of February, 2018
The last Gathering of Greenleaf brought a cold, clear night, with the faintest hint of a mystical green in the starry sky. It was a quiet night with a peace about the clans that has not been present for moons, perhaps the calm before the storm. Padstar announced the graduation of Peachpaw to Peachmask and the arrival of colder winds. They promised that when the snows began arriving they would alert the other clans at the next Gathering. Smokestar announced that they had discovered a new camp following the fire. She did not disclose the exact location except that it was on the eastern side of the river, and that any cat looking for them should wait there for a patrol. Swiftstar struggled somewhat with his speech, but was nevertheless happy to announce the apprenticeship of Petalpaw, Brackenpaw, and Leafpaw. Jaguarstar notably neglected to mention any of the deaths caused by Oakwatcher and even the execution of the tom himself. Instead she announced only the apprenticeship of Sootpaw and Thrushpaw, and that Greenleaf had been kind to the forest. Date: 10th of February, 2018
Due to many of the RPers being sick IRL, this Gathering did not happen in RP, but its events were discussed and updated herein so everyone knows what happened. Greenleaf continues for the Clans. EarthClan managed to find an ideal new camp during this moon and relocated their Clan there. There was much excitement in the Cairn with newly named warriors and apprentices mingling among their Clanmates and other cats. The leaders spoke politely and allowed their Clans some time to socialize before starting. Swiftstar of WaterClan spoke first, bringing news of new kits (Pipitkit, Breezekit, and Violetkit) as well as the ceremonies for Petalpaw, Leafpaw, and Brackenpaw earlier that day. He also mentioned the passing of his father, former deputy Brownfur, and notes that WaterClan is grieving but doing well otherwise. Padstar of AirClan spoke next. She happily announced the graduations of Duskwhisper, Minkheart, Badgermask, and Ratpounce, pausing to allow the Clans to cheer before continuing. She noted a loner on the territory and that Clans should be alert. Smokestar stepped up next. She mentioned that EarthClan was safe in a new camp, and took a moment to thank Padstar for AirClan’s generosity in their time of need last moon. The EarthClan leader also mentions the death of Falconfeather to a fox, warning WaterClan that predators may be more active due to fire, and the graduation of Plumstrike. Lastly, Jaguarstar steps up. Noticeably, Marshclaw has been replaced. She informs the other Clans that Marshclaw stepped down and Reedheart took her place. Bumblepaw was named Bumblebee. Jaguarstar takes a few moments to speak about her Clan’s trials in the past few moons and how, now, FireClan is foraging a new path with their own paws rather than waiting for StarClan to guide them. She hopes for great things even with the cold season growing closer. Date: 27th of January 2018
Greenleaf began uneventfully but quickly changed the fate of one Clan forever. EarthClan suffered serious loss, both in land and cats, after fire consumed most of their territory. At the Gathering, EarthClan hosted a small patrol of warriors; many stayed home to guard their temporary camp. Jaguarstar announced that FireClan was doing well, omitting the recent deaths of Barkbelly and Springfoot in an attempt to seem stronger than reality. Smokestar also omitted some of the past moon, informing the other Clans of the fire but assuring them her Clan was doing well. Padstar respected the omission of her aid and did not bring it up, instead commenting on the loss of Cherryheart to starvation. Lastly, the new leader of WaterClan, Swiftstar, gave his announcement for the first time. He spoke of the death of his mother and Clan medicine cat, Panthertooth, as well as the promotion of Shellnose to deputy and Briarleaf to primary medicine cat. Date: 13th of January 2018
Again, an uneventful gathering for the conclusion of Newleaf. There was no sign of rain, which is somewhat concerning, but no cat complained about the fair weather. WaterClan announced the death of Sagepaw and that food was plentiful. EarthClan had nothing but good news and assured other Clans they were well. FireClan announced the passing of Longwhisker. AirClan announced the death of Mistkit. Otherwise, the Gathering was calm and uneventful. This leads the Clans into the season of Greenleaf. Date: 30th of December 2017
As with gathering ⅓ for Newleaf, the second gathering of the season was uneventful. The weather was fair, albeit breezy, and only a few clouds floated in the sky. The Clans had no major announcements to be made, and cats had plenty of time to socialize. Tensions from leafbare seem to be fading as prey returns to the loch and snow melts. Many cats are hoping this peace holds. Date: 16th of December 2017
The first Gathering of Newleaf was uneventful. Cats were free to socialize among themselves for some time, as the weather was fair and the sky clear for the duration of the night. Jaguarstar announced the births of Thrushkit and Sootkit, as well as the naming of Pheasantsong. Padstar announced the births of Bigkit, Smallkit, Mistkit, and Fernkit in AirClan. Borders remain closed at this time in AirClan, EarthClan, and WaterClan. It is unclear when they will open again, or if these three Clans will continue to live more isolationist lifestyles for some time. Date: 2nd of December 2017 The final gathering of leafbare was peaceful, all things considered. Cats were given time to socialize before the leaders spoke. Minkpaw, an AirClan apprentice, had an anxiety attack, but was treated by Hawkfeather and will recover. The 4 leaders announced births and apprenticeships. FireClan is the only Clan with borders remaining open. What do Closed Borders Mean?Closed borders is not the same as the usual state of borders, despite its vague sounding difference. Under normal situations, cats needing to deliver messages to other Clans may cross borders and head straight for the camp of the Clan they need to visit. It is polite to wait at the border for a patrol, but under dire circumstances the border may be crossed and the cats are typically not punished. (The leader they visit may express their not liking how the border was crossed but often will not punish the cats that crossed it). Medicine cats also would cross or meet at borders frequently to share herbs and make trades, as well as going to other Clans' camps to request help or provide aid.
Date: 25th of November 2017 The height of leafbare has passed and soon cats will notice warmer weather coming. Before the Gathering, the medicine cats traveled to the Moonpeak and received a vision: a flower, a pine needle, a feather, and a leaf, swirling peacefully together on the Loch. They were suddenly drawn away by a violent current towards the 4 Clan territories. The sky over the Loch grew dark and the stars faded. The medicine cats returned home to ponder what this meant… At the Gathering, Ivystar of WaterClan brazenly accused FireClan of being a weak Clan of rogues and caused Jaguarstar to lose a life by throwing her off the Cairn. This threw all 4 Clans into a massive battle. Many cats were injured or killed, either by other cats or due to slipping on the icy rocks. The battle was only ended with the appearance of the Northern Lights. Whitethroat of AirClan climbed the Cairn and called down to the Clans to stop the fighting. The 4 Clans have now returned home to lick their wounds and regroup. The future of the Clans is now uncertain. There is fighting in EarthClan and tension between Heronstar and Flowertail, her deputy. AirClan cats are wondering if their alliance with Ivystar will remain. FireClan has been accused of being weak and not all cats know if they can look to Jaguarstar for protection. The Clans will begin to fall into a period of isolationism. Remembering the FallenHeronstar and Ivystar fought and Heronstar also lost a life.
Of EarthClan Dawnspring, Amberbreeze, and Thistlepaw, family of Bramblepaw, died. Grayheart, father of Rainleap, died, as well as Heatherclaw. Of AirClan Mothspots died and Willowstar lost her last life. Of WaterClan Silverblaze, Roeheart, Foggythroat, and Mudbelly died. Of FireClan Badgerpath, father of Marshclaw, died. |