Violet Dawn

Violet Dawn is a dark gray she-cat with amber eyes. She has black fur edging her paws and ears.
Violet Dawn was an ancient ThunderClan warrior under Thunderstar's leadership in the forest territories. She was a member of Slash's group as Violet. After the death of her former mate, Rain, Slash tried to pressure Violet into being his mate, but she rejects him. When Thunder spied on Slash's camp, he immediately fell in love with her. After she is freed, Violet joined Thunder's group and stood up for her fellow rogues when their loyalty was questioned. She gradually grew close with Thunder and was renamed Violet Dawn. She later became his mate and eventually gave birth to Sleek Fur, Shell Claw, Lightning Stripe, and Feather Ear. Violet Dawn ascended to StarClan after her death.
==History==
===In the Dawn of the Clans arc===
====Path of Stars====
:While Lightning Tail and Thunder spy on Slash's camp, Violet, although unnamed, blocks their view. A tom says here and thumps a scrawny starling beside the she-cat, who jumps. She sniffs at the bird, revealing the delicate outline of her muzzle. She seems dismayed as she looks at the starling, then jerks her head to Slash. The she-cat curls her lips and hisses they have better prey. Slash eyes the rogue coldly and says she is lucky to get anything as she is the weakest hunter, revealing her name. Violet snaps at him and goes to hunt, but the rogue leader steals her catch and claims it as his. Violet meows with grief in her voice that he wouldn't be saying this if her former mate, Rain, was still alive. Slash tells her that he was dumb for being killed on the Thunderpath, causing Violet to flinch. Slash suggests for her to be smart and take him as her mate, citing that being the leader's mate means she'll never go hungry. Violet snaps at him before taking her prey and leaving. Slash then starts tossing prey to the group of cats, starting with a cat beside Violet.
:Some of these cats head outside of the camp and whisper together, as well as Violet. The stormy gray she-cat looks to where Thunder and Lightning Tail form the group of cats, and Thunder feels like he is frozen by her amber gaze, thinking she is very beautiful. Remembering Slash's words to Violet, Thunder becomes determined to get her away from the leader, thinking he has to somehow find a way to help her escape. Later, Lightning Tail and Thunder creep back to Slash's Camp with Thunder determined to make sure Violet is okay after a recent battle. Violet walks out of the camp with other members of the group, reassuring Raven that Slash didn't see them sneak out as he is too busy teaching fighting moves. She tells Juniper that Red keeps asking where they are hunting because he is nervous. She mentions that they all know about how Slash is like when they hunt by themselves. Red snaps he isn't nervous, but Violet ignores him and says to hunt near the Twolegplace. Red asks about the dogs and Violet points out they run faster.
:As the cats discuss about Slash and the prey, Violet meows that Slash is mean and has become worse since Star Flower escaped. She starts to wonder about the she-cat's kits, remembering that Fern told them that she had three kits. As the group of cats walk into the forest, Thunder wants to check the camp. Lightning Tail points out that they have seen Violet is okay and asks if Violet saw them. Violet later hurries into camp to with a pigeon in her mouth, eyes wide in fear. She drops the bird and states she smelt blood while staring around camp, ears flattening at the sight of the wounded cats. She races to Frog, who is badly injured and asks what happened, finding out that dogs have attacked the camp while chasing Red. When it's mentioned he ran away, Violet and Juniper exchanges glances. Violet looks past Willow and twitches her ears when she sees Beech's body. She hurries to the body, asking if the she-cat is dead. Moss also reports that Stone was killed too.
:Thunder watches Violet as she is told that he and Lightning Tail saved the kits. She asks the toms if they are Lightning Tail and Thunder. Thunder nervously confirms this. Violet thanks the pair, gazing at them with soft eyes. Ember reports Slash abandoned them and called them mouse-hearts. Violet lashes her tail and asks what they expect from him, calling Slash a fool. She tells Ember they are not mouse-hearts. Bee says she doubts it, but Violet pads to her to sniff her injured shoulder, saying to look at themselves and they fought courageously, like eagles. Bee asks what they are going to do without Slash, and Violet lifts her chin in determination. She declares they are going to heal their wounds and eat, prodding a pigeon. She announces no one will go hungry tonight. After Pebble Heart arrives to start treating the injuries, Violet asks how she can help, blinking at the tom. Pebble Heart gives her a cobweb and starts explaining what to do. Violet interrupts that she understands and hooks the wad of cobweb between her paw and mouth, asking Fern where she is hurt while sniffing her fur.
:Violet turns to Thunder and asks if he is hurt. They realize he's been bitten, and Violet mentions that dog bites can sometimes become infected She hurries to him and sits down to lift his paw with hers and clean up the wound. Thunder jerks it away and Violet apologizes, startled. She twitches her ears in anxiety and claims she just wanted to help. Thunder mumbles he can do it, and Violet shrugs, saying if he wants to. She turns to Lightning Tail and asks if his hurt, but Lightning Tail confirms he is okay. Thunder declares they cannot stay and Violet jerks her muzzle in surprise. She blinks at him in the rain and asks where they will go. Soon more early settlers come, and Violet crosses the clearing, asking them if one of them is Gray Wing. After Gray Wing confirms, she thanks him for coming and introduces herself. She reports that Thunder says they might have a place for them to stay. Glancing around the ruined camp, she states she doesn't think they are safe here anymore. Violet stares expectantly at the tom as he responds he'll do what he can, and asks to speak to Thunder. Violet says of course and walks to a tabby she-cat to crouch beside her. She leans close to the grief-stricken rogue and gently grooms her cheek.
:As the Early Settlers discuss what to do with Slash's cats, Violet stands at their tails and blinks at them hopefully, asking to join the group Gray Wing is part of. She sensing the tom's hesitation and suggests not all of them joining his group, but some to his, some to the group under the pine trees and to the group in the oak forest. She thinks there are cats that live by the river, and suggests some could join that group too. She looks at Thunder as she suggests that she could join his group. Violet blinks at the tom hopefully, lost in each others gaze. Thunder claims he has to talk to his campmates but would like her to join. Happiness bursts through Violet before she slowly dips her head, thanking Thunder. The group is ready to leave and Violet says she'll find the others as they want to say goodbye to their deceased campmates. She hesitates and pads away, her meow suddenly turning wistful. She mentions that when one of them dies Slash makes them take their body to the carrion place and leave them to the crows and rats. Gray Wing wonders how the rogues could shift from a lifestyle like that to ones the Early Settlers live.
:As Moss goes to find a piece of bark, Pine tries to follow but Violet darts forward to grab his tail with her teeth. She tells him through her gritted teeth that he is not going anywhere. Dragging Pine to his mother, she says that Dawn has enough to worry about without him wondering off. After they lay Frog on the piece of bark, Violet worriedly pads around, asking if they will be able to drag the bark with Frog on it. They manage to drag Frog for a while, but he eventually succumbs to his injuries. Violet rushes to comfort Willow, helping to steady her. They eventually make it and disperse the group to the different Early Settler groups. During a meeting between the leaders concerning the former rogues, Thunder mentions he can trust Violet as she's happy where she is and is grateful to be part of his group. Back at camp, Violet passes a bracken stem to Thunder as he threads it to make a stronger den, mentioning that it's a strong one. The stack of bracken grows beside Violet, and she explains that Cloud Spots gathered more as he wants to keep their store supplied, nodding to the tom.
:Milkweed starts saying she'll guard and call if she sees Slash, but stops because Violet is present. The gray she-cat guesses she was going to say Slash, reassuring her it's okay to mention the tom as she doesn't like him anymore than they do. She hooks up a bracken stalk and asks when they will realize she is no longer a rogue. Milkweed mentions they are glad to have her, prompting Thunder to glance at her and think of how happy he is that his campmates are accepting the she-cat. Violet interferes with his thoughts, asking if they are finished and teasing him for staring at him. Thunder embarrassingly glances away, forgetting he was looking at her, thinking of her face as pretty. Violet reaches up and starts to thread more bracken through, confessing that she likes looking at him too. As her and Thunder continue to work, he says her name and attempts to confess his feelings for her before they are interrupted by some of their campmates showing them a battle move. Violet and Thunder start to worry about Slash attacking again before resuming their work, before Lightning Tail pads up to them to ask Violet if she can explain to Ember that he needs to fit in with the group. Violet drops her gaze and tells him that she has spoken to Ember about this, but he claims he prefers to be hunting alone. When Thunder suggests that they ask Ember to leave, Violet grows worried, and suggests that they give him a moon to see if he will change. She explains that Ember has a good heart and describes more of what life with Slash was like, how they shared a single camp and did what Slash ordered them to do. She mentions that they only ever looked after themselves, and no one else, citing this as the reason that Ember is having a difficult time learning to care for others and allow them to care for him in turn.
:Lightning Tail doesn't seem to agree, but Thunder drops the issue and openly wonders how River Ripple is doing with the rogues that joined his group. Violet suggests they go check, with Lightning Tail agreeing and wanting to go, prompting Violet to state she wants to go alone with Thunder. Lightning Tail seems amused but Thunder is unsure what they will talk about. He remembers it's easy to talk to her around others but alone is different. He asks if it's a good idea to go alone but Lightning Tail says that Violet will keep him safe from rogues. Thunder protests he isn't worried and Lightning Tail asks why he looks that way, stating Violet doesn't bite. The she-cat tells him to not be so sure while padding to the entrance. She calls to Thunder if his coming before the tom follows her out of camp.
:They climb in silence until they meet Pink Eyes and Owl Eyes. She mentions that it'll be good to see Moss and Dawn again. Owl Eyes mentions Ember's resistance to join in with group activities, and Violet defiantly lifts her chin while heading towards the river, stating that Ember just needs more time. Thunder trots to catch up to Violet, mentioning the nice weather awkwardly. The she-cat only glances at the tom. Thunder tries asking if she enjoys the forest, but Violet only says that trees are okay while weaving between nettles. Thunder feels irritated as Violet suggested going alone. He asks if she's been to the river before and Violet replies she has as she jumps down a bank and crunches on leaves. Thunder starts hurrying, and Violet mentions this as he passes her. Thunder lies that he wants to return by sundown, but Violet halts. Thunder asks what she is waiting for as her eyes shines playfully. She says she wants him to finish what he was saying while they were weaving bracken. She pads closer, and her breath reaches Thunder's nose, quoting what he said before. She wants to know what he thinks they could do. Thunder says he just wants to be friends and Violet looks hurt, replying they are already friends. Thunder says they are, overwhelmed with nervousness.
:Thunder says he thinks she is special ever since he first saw her. He tells Violet he loves her and suggests when they know each other better, they can become mates. Violet gazes at him for a moment until Thunder grows impatient. She replies that she would love that more than anything. Violet leans forward and touches his muzzle with her soft muzzle. Thunder starts to say something, but Violet interrupts, suggesting they see River Ripple first then discuss their future. She pads away to the river with Thunder following. As he walks beside her, Violet brushes against him and mentions that she thought Lightning Tail would have to ask for him. Thunder recalls that phrase, and hopes that Violet learns to value Thunder's friendship with Lightning Tail as he does. He asks her if she likes Lightning Tail, and Violet says she does, describing that's his loyal to his leader and will train Clover to be a great fighter and hunter. Thunder mentions he'll one day be leader and Violet halts with alarm in her eyes, asking if Lightning Tail will start his own group. Thunder replies Lightning Tail will become leader if something happens to him. Violet is startled by this, fear in her meow as she asks why something will happen to him. Thunder promises it won't but just in case, however, Violet interrupts. She snaps she won't let anything happen to him as he is the future father of her kits. She holds his gaze as she says he needs him, and Thunder states he needs her too, seeing the love shining in her eyes. Thunder touches his nose to her cheek.
:They meet River Ripple and follow him, Violet at Thunder's heels. She bristles her fur when River Ripple mentions that Moss and Dawn swimming. He says they'll be diving for fish soon, and Violet stops with Thunder, wonder in her words as she asks if they'll freeze diving down there. They settle and talk about the rogues that joined the groups with River Ripple asking Violet if she's happy living as a forest cat. Violet purrs she never has been happier, moving closer to Thunder. At the mention of Ember, Violet stiffens and says he'll be fine, but not sounding very confident. River Ripple suggests Ember leaving, but Violet snaps at him to not say that, seemingly startled. Thunder finds himself torn between trusting River Ripple's words and not hurting Violet. As the group prepares to meet with the other Early Settlers, Violet presses against Thunder, sharing her warmth as she tells Milkweed that Thistle will be the most handsome kit there. When they leave, Violet stays beside Thunder all the way but settles with Ember as they arrive. Tall Shadow checks to make sure every former rogue has arrived, glancing at the two cats.
:They begin the ceremony that will rename the former rogues to Early Settler-like names. Thunder glances at Violet, remembering what Star Flower did to him. Despite connecting the first time he saw her, he was wary because of Star Flower. Violet steps forward with the other former rogues, meeting Thunder's gaze and lighting her eyes with affection. After most of the former rogues change their names, River Ripple asks if Thunder's former rogues will change their names. Thunder looks to Violet and replies he'll have to ask them. Violet gazes warmly at her mate as if there is no one else around and meows huskily she wants to be known as Violet Dawn. Thunder repeats the name and says it is beautiful. Suddenly, Slash interrupts the meeting and Thunder braces to protect his campmates. Slash cryptically reveals he is after Slate and her kits, and Thunder wishes to go and help. He leaves Lightning Tail in charge, and the tom asks if he will return. Violet Dawn pushes past Lightning Tail to press her nose on Thunder's cheek, begging him to return. Thunder lets her keep her nose there for a moment before moving away, promising to come back as soon as he can. Thunder ends up facing a fox and thinks he won't survive, thinking of Violet Dawn waiting for him at camp. He survives the attack and returns to camp.
===In the Super Editions===
====Riverstar's Home====
:While recalling how some of Slash's cats had taken new names, River Ripple remembers that Violet had become Violet Dawn.
====Moth Flight's Vision====
:During Moth Flight and Micah's visit in ThunderClan, Milkweed mentions that Violet Dawn plans to share a nest with her mate, Thunder. Moth Flight notes that Violet Dawn joined ThunderClan several moons ago and is Thunder's mate.
:Owl Eyes mentions that Violet Dawn asks if they had chervil, as she has a bellyache. Cloud Spots asks where she is and Owl Eyes explains that she has stopped to help Apple Blossom and Snail Shell gather moss. Cloud Spots mentions he'll get some chervil for her. Later, Cloud Spots mentions again how he will gather chervil for Violet Dawn.
:Thunderstar tells Blue Whisker that Violet Dawn has made a nest for her upon her arrival at ThunderClan.
===In the Novellas===
====Thunderstar's Echo====
:Violet Dawn enters the medicine den, concerning Thunderstar. When she returns with Cloud Spots, Thunderstar asks if she is alright, prompting Cloud Spots to leave. Violet Dawn reveals that she is expecting kits, and that Thunderstar is going to become a father. Later on, she is seen curled up beside him.
:Violet Dawn states that she's always hungry now, and Milkweed assures her that it was normal, saying that before her kits were born, she didn't want to do anything but eat, and that her body was making sure their kits were big and strong. After the hunting patrol comes back, a shrew is offered to Violet Dawn, but she offers it to Milkweed's kits, Beech Tail and Patch Pelt. Owl Eyes then offers her a vole, which she shares with the ginger and black queen.
:When a pack of dogs invades the camp, Thunderstar is seen frantically searching for her. He finds her near the warriors' den, along with Owl Eyes, Snail Shell, and Clover, where she is trapped between Clover and one of the dogs. They try to scare the dog away, but are unsuccessful, prompting Violet Dawn to claw the dog. While the dog is distracted, she shoves Snail Shell to the nearest tree, climbing up after him.
:After the invasion, Violet Dawn tells her mate that they are safe. Thunderstar disagrees, and pulls Lightning Tail into the conversation to tell them both they may not be safe now that the dogs know where they live. Violet Dawn suggests warning SkyClan because they are close to ThunderClan's camp. Lightning Tail points out that they should warn all the Clans, since all the Clans are in possible danger.
:Thunderstar and Lightning Tail inspect the dogs' living area, and when they return to report back to the Clan Violet Dawn meows that she didn't know monsters could die. Thunderstar suggests finding out more about the dogs before moving, and the dark gray she-cat asks if an idea will come to the Clan leader while he is there. Violet Dawn tells Thunderstar that she is afraid that something will happen to him if he spies on the dogs, and Thunderstar and Lightning Tail fight over who's going to protect her. The queen breaks in arguing that she will feel better if Lightning Tail went with her mate. The ginger leader then puts Violet Dawn in charge of the camp before leaving.
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==Detailed description==
:Violet Dawn is a sleek, dark gray she-cat the color of storm clouds with amber eyes. She has black fur edging her paws and her wide, soft ears, and a long, thick tail.
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===Members===
Mates:
:Rain: (formerly) 
:Thunderstar: 
Daughters:
:Lightning Stripe: 
:Feather Ear: 
Sons:
:Sleek Fur: 
:Shell Claw: 
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*Despite appearing in Path of Stars, Violet Dawn is not listed in the allegiances.
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==Notes and references==
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Category:She-cats
Category:ThunderClan cats
Category:Thunder's cats
Category:Early Settlers
Category:Queens
Category:Warriors
Category:Hunters
Category:Deceased characters
Category:StarClan cats