This will be my first Warriors story. And I have only read to Book 3 in the New Prophesy. I plan to read the rest soon though. So enjoy . Name comments and comments much appreciated.
The mist hung over the LeopardClan camp like a swollen rain cloud, ready to burst. Sandshadow crept slowly from her den and stretched, her spotted pelt rippling. Gothpaw lingered at the enterance of her den a moment more before trotting up to the deputy.
"A fine night." Sandshadow flicked her tail in the direction of the glowing moon and her voice trembled as she stretched. "This is an important day for you." The golden warrior turned to Gothpaw, glancing at her fondly.
"I know!" Gothpaw glanced up, her amber eyes burning. "Thank StarClan it's finally time to become a warrior." Gothpaw trembled as she looked at her mentor.
"I shall miss our training together." The warrior noted, "there, here comes Silverstar."
The LeopardClan leader bounded onto the Highrock and yowled for silence, the ceremony had begun. "Step forwards Gothpaw." Silverstar cried, raising her head high.
Tentatively Gothpaw padded forwards, her paws trembling with delight. Silverstar lept down and stood in front of her. "Do you Gothpaw swear to StarClan that you will uphold the warrior code?" Her leader looked down, eyes burning with pride.
"I do." Gothpaw promised.
Silverstar looked closely, "then I give you your warrior name. From here on you will be known as Gothpool!" She rested her chin upon Gothpool's head and the leopardess licked her leader's shoulder.
"Gothpool!" Her Clanmates chanted, eyes shining. "Hooray for Gothpool!" There were more purrs and Gothpool closed her eyes to take it all in.
"Good job!" Her friend Darkstream purred, rubbing his head over hers. "I knew you'd be made a warrior yet!" He purred again and moved away.
"Now you must watch vigil over the camp while we sleep." Silverstar quoted her ancestors words, "keep safe and may StarClan watch over you." The cats began to part and Gothpool glowed with pride.
Gothpool was met with a bright welcome form Darkstream, "care to hunt?" He asked, "Gothpool." He added her new name and she felt a prickle of joy.
"Go ahead." Silverstar said, "you may go."
Gothpool stood and stretched, her eyes wide with glee. "Then let's add to that pile of fresh-kill." She flicked her tail in the direction of a pile, not as large as she would have hoped.
Well, something amazing will happen during the hunt. So stay tuned to find out!
♥Siv