Gathering `` April 6

[Raven]

Slowly and gracefully Ravenstar lead her clan mates to the typical gathering spot. It was rather silent trek but in an odd way peaceful. Though by the scent of it the other clans hadn't arrived yet so Thunderclan would be the first to pick their spots. Her blue eyes gently scanned over the untouched land that was a place of peace every full moon. With a gentle sigh she flicked her tail dismissing her fellow clan mates before padding towards her stone. Silently she sat at the base not wanting to take her spot just yet. Casually she glanced towards the cloudless night sky and a gentle smile danced on her lips as the moonlight sparkled in her eyes. Tonight should be a wonderful night but life was unpredictable so there was no telling what might happen.

[wolfsong]

"looking for that owl, Raventstar?" Wolfsong joked and purred softly at her arid humor. Sha padded up to the leader and sat bellow her. The vague scent of marigolds and hunnysuckle mixed with a slight hint of the bitter fragrance of burdock root. It smelled somewhat strange but quite pleasant. "nice night for a gathering." Wolfsong looked up at the Skye "starclan smiles on tonight. This is a good sign, no?"

[Raven]

Ravenstar glanced over her shoulder as Wolfsong approached. "Very funny Wolfsong." The words calmly left her lips as she glanced towards their clan mates. "The night is still young but if it stays like this the gathering will be splendid." Gently she let her tail twitch as she looked around the area. A light sigh escaped her grasp as she sat down. How much longer would Thunderclan have to wait till another clan appeared?

[wolfsong]

"Hmmmm .... Where oh where could the other clan be?" Wolfsong hummed a tune and started to chase her tail a bit. It looked more like she was circling a nest to bed down for the night but she kept going, all the while humming softly.

"Wolfsong! I need some help finding a spot!" Hawkeye's voice called his kit. He was walking ailessly and ran into a tree. "oomph!"

Wolfsong bounded to him in mid spin and helped him find a spot to rest. "Crazy old Tom, you'll hurt yourself." Wolfing purred.

"Ha! The loopy medicine cat who sees butterflies calling me a "crazy old Tom"? I never."

[Phoenix]

Dawnstar padded into the gathering. her russet fur freshly groomed and billowing in the breeze. her Emerald greene eyes flashing. The Riverclan leader smiled slightly, looking around the clearing at the other clan cats
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Moonwhispers padded in behind the Riverclan leader. The Thunderclan warrior sighed. She had zoned out again and was running late... well at leased she thought she was

[wolfsong]

"hello there!" Wolfsong called to the ariving cats.

"Who's that?" Hawkeyes scented the air. "River clan? Hello."

[Raven]

Ravenstar couldn't help to chuckle over the family argument between her clan mates. Gracefully she turned and dipped her head in respect to the Riverclan cats who had arrived. "Good evening Dawnstar." Her blue eyes scanned the clearing as she watched a few cats that had become friends on the trip mingle and share stories. A soft smile spread warmly across her face while a light breeze combed through her black pelt. "Its a lovely night but hopefully it won't get to windy. The elders might start complain then. What do you think Dawnstar?"

Hawkclaw trailed behind the cats he called his clan mates but to be honest he didn't like how most of them glared at him. Casually he flicked his tail from side to side as he carefully placed his paws on the ground. One ear swerved at the chattering voices of Thunderclan and the other swerved towards the leaders conversation. Unaware of the tangled roots ahead he placed his paw blindly between a set and tripped. He could feel his wrist pop and a pain fluttered from his paw. Silently he bit back a yowl and pushed himself forwards with a slight limp. Then making sure to stay away from both Thunderclan and his den mates he sat down. The scars on his face would surely scare any new apprentices in rival clans. Tediously he tended to his sprained paw before searching the clearing for someone he knew wouldn't judge him for his appearance.

[Phoenix]

Dawnstar smiled, a small purr of amusment rumbled in her chest. "yes, I agree" she mewed to Ravenstar, dipping her head in returned respect. She looked around at the small sound of a thump, and saw one of her best warriors trip and fall. she saw the limp and sighed slightly. Wishing that Hawkclaw would "come out of his shell".

[Raven]

Ravenstar watched as the Riverclan warrior stumbled over tree roots. A sense of relief filled her when the tom got back to his paws and made an attempt to shrug off the pain. I guess its a good thing he lives in Riverclan. The thought shocked her but surprisingly enough it was true. Her whiskers quivered as she realized Dawnstar had spoken again. Quickly she tried to draw out the words her fellow leader had spoken. It seems the Riverclan she-cat had agreed with her. A soft hearted sigh drew her breath away as she glanced towards the trees branches, once again the owl had perched itself nearby. Then lazily she let her tail tip twitch as she looked back to Dawnstar. "How is everything in Riverclan?" She asked gently trying to make some sort of small talk since the other clans hadn't made their appearances yet.

[wolfsong]

Beidng an old Tom who had attended many gatherings in his life time, every cat knew Hawkeyes and none wanted to sit with him. Wolfsong tried to persuade some on them while out of ear reach of haawkeyes an the results were the same. The young medicine cat looked around the clearing for a spot he could sit by his lonesome. Cat could be so cruel. Wolfsongs soft eyes landed on Hawkclaw. She recognized him from other gatherings as soon as she saw him. When did he get here? He seemed to be favoring one of his paws. "Come on Hawkeyes." Wolfsong leaned against him to guid him. The old Tom delivered a short protest but followed. "Hello there. Would you mind if this badgering old Tom sat next to you?" She purred softly and spoke sweetly. This was her last chance.

Hawkeyes scented the air once more "Riverclan? What's one of ya doin' all by your self over here? And what are you doing asking if I can sit? I've got any right he does." With that, Hawkeyes ploped on the grass and got comfortable.

Wolfsong's eyes grew wide in embarrassment. "I am so sorry." Her tail twitched nervously.

[Raven]

Hawkclaw's whiskers quivered as he heard someone speak to him. Slowly he turned his head so his good amber eye could see who was speaking. Thunderclan cats, he thought to himself as he studied them. He'd seen both around before and knew that they were kin but he didn't quite understand why Wolfsong was leading Hawkeye's around. Thats when he caught the faint glossy color in the elders eyes. "I don't get along with my clan mates all the time. I think they judge me for my apperance." The words left his mouth in a montone and the tip of his tail twitched. "I don't care if you join me, company from other clans are always nice." His attention had turned to Wolfsong as he spoke.

[wolfsong]

"Hear that Hawkeyes?" Wolfsong purred and turned her attention to the Hawkclaw. The she-cat studied the warriors face as her gentle gaze moved over his scar. It was like nothing was there to her. "I see no reason they should reject you. You look fine to me. You look strong, able and like a warrior who has fought for his clan." Wolfsong smiled lightly and flicked her tail as she added "As for the others, they can go choke on a fish bone. We all must endure our own hardships." She turned her attention to her father. "Now don't cause any trouble for Hawkeyes here. Got it?" there was a soft comand in her voice and a base that resembled drill instructor. It was hardly detectable but there and demanding all the same.


"oh get off my tail ya rambling kit..." Hawkeyes grumbled to himself and flicked his tail.

"Whatever you say ya badgering old Tom." The medicine cat purred.

[Raven]

Hawkclaw's ear flicked as he listend to Wolfsong speak once again. It was nice to know the medicine cat from another clan wasn't going to judge him. Then again he realized to worked with wounded warriors all day and grew used to battle scars. Lazily he scratched his ear before settling in the grass. Gently he licked his sprained paw and looked at the Thunderclan elder. "How are things in Thunderclan?" He asked, small talk would be good so at least their wasn't an awkward silence between them.

[wolfsong]

Wolfsong eyed Hawkclaw's paw but said nothing for the moment.

"hmmm?" Hawkeyes thought a moment "prey is good, Apprentices a sherkin off to visit te med cat, weather is getting warmer, and the other elders are driving me bats. How is Riverclan?" The elder flicked his tail.

"Well I see you two will get on fine. I'll get to it then." Once more the medicine cat glanced at the warriors paw. "You should get that looked at~" she whispered " It might not be too painful now but you never know." The words slid off her tongue with remarkable gentleness. "I'm sure the medicine cat won't look down on you. Though, he might if you leave it unattended and get
it hurt even more." Wolfsong turned around and padded off to the other medicine cats.

Hawkeyes had apperantly been deaf for Wolfsong's warning and was till waiting for an answer.

[Raven]

Hawkclaw looked at his paw before he flicked his tail. "Will do." He muttered under his breath to the medince cat before looking at the elder. He bit his lip briefly as he thought of whats all happened in Riverclan. Honestly nothing interesting had happened since the last gathering. "The ice is finally starting to melt from the river so we've been able to catch more fish. Kits are rather obnocius as they chase bugs around camp and are constantly perstering the elders." He stated gently as he recalled being ran into by a rambuncious kit this morning. He chuckled gently and streched out his legs so he was spraled out on his stomach. "Kits their certainly a pain at times. But despite that I still wish I had at least one of my own."