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Feathershade woke up early one morning. Everything was peaceful and quiet. You could hear the birds tweet singing there song. It had been days since it rained but the flood was still high. She opened her eyes and looked around. Everyone still looked asleep but she had no idea if anyone left. The images were a little blurry but she didn't mind. She slowly got up and walked out careful not to step on anyone. She guessed Roseblossom was probably awake but what would she know. She left the warrior's den and stretched in the dawn light. Dawn and sunset were the most beautiful times of the day. She couldn't wait for a day of hunting and patrol. She would go early hunting for some extra fresh kill this morning. She was lucky to wake up early this didn't happen all the time.

Whitekit happened to wake up right before Feathershade left the camp. She quickly ran out of the Nursery to Feathershade. Her two most favorite cats in the clan were Silverpelt and Feathershade. Whitekit squealed when she caught up to Feathershade. She asked "Feathershade are you going early hunting? Can you catch me a plump mouse. Please!". It wasn't everyday she got something good to eat. She would hope that Feathershade would say 'Yes' and bring her back a mouse. But if she said 'No' she wouldn't mind. Although she wouldn't be surprised because prey was low and a elder or queen should get the mouse.

Feathershade stopped when she heard Whitekit squeal. That kit was always so hyper but she didn't mind. She liked being around Whitekit. When Whitekit stopped in front of her almost close enough to crash into her. She listened to Whitekit go on about early hunting then when she asked if she could have a plump mouse. Feathershade nodded at Whitekit yes that she would. She didn't mind hunting for a little kit. Besides Whitekit doesn't get a good meal all the time. She swished her tail back and forth then turrned around to leave.

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The tom strutted from the Apprentice's den, his eyes hazed over with annoyance. He gave a quick stretch, his large muscles rippling under his pelt. I can't wait to become a warrior, he thought, his eyes somewhat narrowed, Maybe then I can get some proper rest. Icepaw had to endure the gossip and banter by the she-cats in his den . While he found the recent news and clan updates interesting, their talk of toms and their ramblings of pure ignorance bothered Icepaw.
As he surveyed the clearing, in its normally empty state, Icepaw noticed two clanmates near the entrance to camp. It wasn't uncommon to see Whitekit and Feathershade together. In fact, it would be abnormal and quite strange if they weren't. Icepaw perked his ears in the direction of the two cats, listening to their conversation. Whitekit was doing most of the talking, as usual. He came in to their talk at about the time Whitekit had asked Feathershade to catch her a mouse. Icepaw saw the she-cat nod and begin to head out of camp.
In an effort to not wake the rest of the clan, Icepaw strode out of the camp after Feathershade. He did not necessarily follow to join her, more to watch and observe. Icepaw was that kind of cat. He liked to observe others, black-mail them, mess with their minds. He found it entertaining. Of course, Icepaw would never take advantage like that of a clanmate; he was proud of ThunderClan.
As he continued trailing behind Feathershade, Icepaw realized the wind had changed, allowing his scent to drift toward his clanmate. Not allowing for embarrassment, Icepaw quickly revealed himself, his chest extended, his head held high. He looked funny in this stance, considering his stocky, compact build. "Feathershade," he greeted, his eyes slightly narrowed. He always came off as being dangerous, rude, and terrible in general, however, he was very respectful. "I'm going to join you in hunting." He took a step closer. Of course, he was also very demanding, with the thought that he was always in control. Icepaw was quite an arrogant cat, one of his many flaws.[/blockquote][/size]

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Feathershade to feel the wind blow in the fur. The fresh forest scent filling her nostrils. She pelted through the forest she was almost half-way when she stopped. She felt like a apprentice again. So much to think about at times like this. Her least important was a mate. The flood was more important then anything. She stretched her muscles as she started to rise the wind changed direction revealing Icepaw's scent. She didn't say anything knowing he would reveal himself anyways. She was right, as he walked out and said 'I'm going to join you in hunting.'. She turned around with a glimmer of humor in her etes and nodded. She soon started to scent Roseblossom guessing she was herb hunting. Herbs have been plentiful since the flood even though the water was dangerous.

Roseblossom walked out of camp the morning breeze with the smell of forest and herbs. She was up before anyone and now would be a good time to get some herbs. Cats would be coming in today probably. She walked through the woods not knowing Feathershade woke up momentarily after her. She found many herbs and carried them along. She couldn't scent anything past the scent of herbs.

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Icepaw quickly picked up another familiar scent. Roseblossom, he thought to himself. She must be out collecting herbs. His nose twitched, as he added, I hope I don't get dragged into that. Icepaw helped with his clan, it was only natural to do so. However, it only happened after a bit of resisting on his part. He would much rather do things on his time, rather than the clan's.
Even with these thoughts running through his head, Icepaw still acknowledged Feathershade's nodded approval of him joining her. I would have hunted with her regardless of her answer, anyway. If there had not been such a flood, he would never have thought of hunting with someone, but the land had become quite dangerous from the flood. A companion when going outside of camp was more of a necessity, now. He glanced at Feathershade, and grunted, "I guess this means we're going to make sure Roseblossom gets her herbs and everything back to camp safely. You know, considering the flood and stuff..." Icepaw wasn't too thrilled about this. He dug his claws into the earth beneath him.

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Feathershade yawned and shook her head. She turned to Icepaw and perked her ears as he said 'I guess this means we're going to make sure Roseblossom gets her herbs and everything back to camp safely. You know, considering the flood and stuff...' and she giggled. She opened her mouth to answer but closed it as pawsteps approached her and Icepaw. She turned her head to the woods to see ferns shake and a image emerge... 'Roseblossom'.

Roseblossom was in a hurry for the morning herbs. It wasn't every day she got out to get some more herbs. She hoped a apprentice would show up soon. She walked through some ferns to see Feathershade and Icepaw. She looked at both of them and nodded then said through a mouth full of herbs "What brings you two out in the forest this lovely morning?". Her words blurred from the herbs but hopefully still understandible.

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For a second, Icepaw's eyes seemed to flicker with annoyance. He quickly shut them with a grunt, trying ever so hard to not be disrespectful. She could have at least put the herbs down to greet us, he thought, his tail moving quick. "We're out hunting," Icepaw meowed gruffly. He opened his eyes, his claws still buried in the fresh earth. He restrained himself from making some sort of rude remark that seemed to always play at the tip of his tongue.
Icepaw's arrogance was always to be kept in check. He was not one to outright disrespect a cat, especially one who seemed to be older, wiser, or importance. He just had a difficult time with annoying cats and happenings that he couldn't help but release such a vibe.
After glancing over at Feathershade, he was sure he probably sounded nasty, or at least acted it. Roseblossom was a kind cat, and didn't deserve to be treated that way. Though it be hard, Icepaw thought, I guess I should apologize... "Forgive me, Roseblossom," he strained, "That may have seemed...rude, I guess. But the statement is true. Feathershade and I were about to hunt." After a slight pause, and considering he was being so kind, Icepaw added, "However, if you'd like help with those...herbs, I guess I could help you first."[/blockquote][/size]

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Roseblossom shook her head and body. Her tail swishing side to side. She wasn't annoyed at the apprentice when he said 'We're out hunting.'. She could understand if he was annoyed. No apprentice liked gathering herbs except a medicine cat apprentice. She nodded at Icepaw acknowledging his answer. She was almost done with herb collecting anyways. She set her herbs down to answer the apprentice as he said sorry. She said with a flick of her ear "It's fine Icepaw I understand and you don't need to help me. I only need a few more anyways.". She turned to Feathershade and and said "Enjoy your hunt and don't forget to eat when you get back." acknowledging both of the cats. She enjoyed being a medicine cat and wouldn't ask for much help otherwise. Since the flood she hoped Starclan would say something by now but so far.. nothing.

Feathershade said at the same time as Icepaw "We're out hunting." but with a less sneer in her voice. She wasn't surprised they said it at the same time but she was amused. It wasn't everyday she was out with a apprentice hunting. She turned to Roseblossom and nodded after she said that and then she looked towards Icepaw. The apprentice was so small but had a bad temper. She listened to Roseblossom go on to Icepaw that it was fine when he apologized. She looked at Roseblossom as she nodded at her and Icepaw. She turned towards the woods and waving her tail in farewell to Roseblossom. Then saying to the apprentice "Well let's get some hunting done.".

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Icepaw blinked in confusion. He thought for sure the she-cat would want his help. Every cat in his Clan seemed to need his help with something or other. It may be because of his ignorance, but Icepaw didn't realize that it was an apprentice's job to help out the clan. He didn't understand why the Clan was so dependent on them.
As the she-cat walked off, he gave a curt nod. Feathershade had spoken and was already a few paces ahead of him. Icepaw quickly darted after Feathershade, but was careful not to disturb any precious prey that happened to be about. The flood had not helped any Clan, but rather hurt them. Any morsel would be welcome to his clanmates at this time.
As the two continued on, Icepaw seemed to relax a bit. Though he was generally annoyed by company, he was quickly becoming more comfortable with the she-cat with him. Surprising him further, was the fact that Icepaw was actually enjoying this little outing. Maybe I'm just maturing, or something... he thought, with a smirk.[/blockquote]

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Feathershade walked until a scent of a mouse hit her nose. She crouched down hoping Icepaw would notice too. She quietly stalked foward. She came to a bush and sighed quietly. She said in her head becfore going through 'Why is life always so difficult. They put challenges in your way but for what reason. Do they need to be important. Even obstacles are in your way when finding a mate, or when hunting, or even when your walking!'. She twitched her ear in annoyance praying Starclan wouldn't make her fail at this hunt. They needed some food and a mouse sounded good to anyone in Thunderclan. She quietly stuck her head through the bush to see a mouse nibbling on a root.

One.

This would be her first catch of the day and if she got it she would be happy. If not well that wasn't what she wanted to think about. She balanced herself carefully and careful not to step on a twig or dead leaf. She then studied the postion of the mouse... One. . . Two. . . Three. . ! She pounced high in the air to land squarly on the mouse before it escaped. She bit into its neck ending its life swiftly. She bent her head and said in her mind 'Thank you for this meal. I'm sure any cat would be grateful. I owe everything to Starclan.'. Normally she wouldn't do that but she didn't care.

She picked up the dead mouse and turned to the bush to see if Icepaw came through or not she wasn't sure. She stretched then dug a hole to bury the mouse. . .

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Icepaw had certainly scented the mouse, but let it go as Feathershade seemed to have caught the scent as well. He also noticed the shift in the she-cat's posture, causing him to give her a curious look. He recognized the stance, of course, for he held it in private. Icepaw was an arrogant tom, it was pretty obvious, and he would tell you, straight to your face, that he was ignorant concerning a number of topics. However, at times, he seemed to be possessed by knowledge and understanding. Regarding the change in stance, he knew Feathershade was thinking how life was difficult. Blame it on his pessimistic being that Icepaw could not help but agree, even though the reasoning was most likely different. While a she-cat around Feathershade's age seemed to be concerned over the difficulties of finding a mate in life, Icepaw was more concerned with the idea of being forced to having to pick a mate in life. His arrogance was most likely derived from such thinking, that he, and all other animals, were merely StarClan's pawns. Everything we do is already known. We can't stray from our path. Our lives are meaningless. There is no reason to continue, when the outcome is already set. We might as well give up.
As these dark thoughts crept silently into his mind, Icepaw continued to watch Feathershade. She had demonstrated a perfect hunting stance and catch. He noticed her slight pause before picking up her prey, and couldn't help but snort inwardly. His face twisting into a certain ugliness and distastefulness. When the she-cat turned towards him, however, Icepaw's face seemed to be clear of all emotion, except for his eyes, which still possessed a strange sparkle.
"Nice catch," he meowed bluntly, moving past Feathershade. His muscles flexed, as he padded along the territory. His jaw parted, and he stood still for quite some time, his eyes closed. He scented the air, trying to find any hint that prey was there. Just about ready to give up, Icepaw quickly drew in the scent of a mouse. Eyes snapping open, his body lowered, Icepaw began to stalk his target. The mouse was not very large, but skinny, actually. It was something, though. It will feed some cat, he thought. Most likely an apprentice. We're used to being underfed, or starved... As long as the warriors are fit to fight and the kits are strong, ...but no one cares about us apprentices. We're the future, for StarClan's sake!
Inwardly growling, Icepaw retrained his eyes to his prey. It still had not noticed the two cats out hunting, and had not scurried away. Icepaw had been standing in this position for awhile now, deep in thought. Now I probably look like a fool, he silently cursed himself. Stalking forward, he silently came upon the creature. Icepaw's eyes were wide, that strange sparkle dancing wildly. Saliva rushed through his mouth, his tongue licking his lips. With claws unsheathed, Icepaw lunged at his victim, stealthily ending its life without so much as a peep.
Icepaw dug a hole in the soft earth and buried his victim. He glanced up to Feathershade, his eyes still carrying that sparkle, "StarClan deserves no thanks," he stated, a slight edginess to his voice. Icepaw was loyal to his Clan, but perhaps not to its puppeteers.

ooc; Wow, didn't realize how long that was. I'm sorry that this is kinda of strange. It's hard when you create a cat, or adopt one, and get their personality in its complete form. I'm only trying to develop my character's personality to it's full extent. I don't think I have the full grasp of it yet. Icepaw, in my mind, seems to be a very troubled, messed up character, with a lot of internal suffering and doubts. I'm sorry if it's kind of straying, rambling, or repetitive. Please forgive me! ):[/blockquote][/size]

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Feathshade twitched her her ear as she followed Icepaw. She watched him stop and sniff the air. She parted her jaws in a gaping yawn. She wasn't bored or even tired. She waited patiently as he tried to sniff out prey. She started to paw the ground quietly. She looked up at the sky not noticing Icepaw leave. The sky looked clear to her but that didn't matter it could still rain. She looked back down to see Icepaw burying his prey. He always acted so distant from others that she didn't understand. She already found her next target. She looke"d towards where Sunning Rocks would be but she didn't know by location more by scent. She always knew to stay away from Adder Rocks so she learned the scents fast. She walked towards Icepaw and nodded. She then looked past him, and walked forward to see a brown and white rabbit. It was distant but they could smell cats faster than they could hear. At least that's what she learned as an apprentice. She crouched down perfectly and swiftly walked forward to jump and land on the rabbit. She ended its life swiftly with one bite to the neck. Thats how she always killed though. She picked up the rabbit and quickly buried it to turn back to Icepaw. She said "Do you want to head back now? Or would you like to stay out a bit longer and hunt some more?". She waited quietly and patiently for his answer her tail swishing back and forth...

((Don't worry about the long post it was interesting to read. Also its no biggy and like good job on it :3))