Lakefur

Lakefur is a plump, medium-sized she-cat with long, silky fur. Her fur is a cream colorpoint with silver spotted tabby markings. She has a circular face with round dark blue eyes. Her voice is refined and light, and her scent is fresh and herbal.

Lakefur had been born to the first ForestClan back in the far west of the current ForestClan's territory. Her home had been taken by Tallwalkers, and their destruction caused the death and capture of many of her Clanmates. Only her and two others from the original Clan remained as they successfully escaped. It was that very night where Lakefur received a dream from the Star Fields that guided them to their new home and the chance to carry their Clan's legacy on through new members.

## History

### **The First ForestClan**

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Lakekit was born to Leopardstorm and Cloudflame, alongside her sister, Skykit, not long before the events of the Devastation Era. As a kit, she had caught the eye of the medicine cat, Tinyleaf, with her curious questions of herbs and her tendency of worrying about Clanmates who got hurt. Lakekit strayed far from physical conflict whenever the other kits wrestled with each other, and took more to looking after them to make sure their playing didn't get out of hand. Especially when it involved her sister.

She became close friends with the medicine cat apprentice, Brackenpaw, and he was happy to be the one she came to whenever she grew curious about his and Tinyleaf's role in the Clan. The young tom was agreeable to teaching Lakekit the basics of herbs; acknowledging his belief that every warrior should know a little of healing to hold themselves and others off long enough for the medicine cats to get to them if they were busy.

Lakepaw became an apprentice under Wildberry for warrior training, and commonly trained alongside Skypaw and her mentor, Stormpetal. Skypaw excelled in her battle training over the moons, while Lakepaw showed more skill in hunting. When she wasn't training with Wildberry or doing her chores around camp, she was helping Brackenpaw with his duties whenever Tinyleaf was busy attending to other things.

While out gathering herbs with Brackenpaw, the two apprentices ran into a mother fox and her cubs near the edge of the border. Feeling as if her cubs were threatened by the two cats, the fox attacked them both. Brackenpaw took the brunt of the fox mother's attention to protect the younger she-cat; Lakepaw dashed back to camp to seek out help from more experienced warriors. She intended to get help before something truly bad happened to her friend, but by the time they returned Brackenpaw had been killed. His death left Lakepaw feeling regretful in not being able to stand up and help the older apprentice fight.

Lakepaw tried to improve her battle skills as often as possible, causing even her stern mentor to worry about her pushing herself too much. When in the crossfire of a battle between her patrol and a small group of rogues, she froze in fear as she watched cats getting bloody and injured. She couldn't bring herself to harm another cat, and Wildberry stepped in to protect her from a rogue who had turned to attack her.

In camp, Lakepaw felt as if she failed and didn't deserve to become a warrior of the Clan. When summoned by Spiderstar, she found herself meeting with the older tom, Tinyleaf, and Wildberry. It was brought to her attention that Tinyleaf wished to take her on as her apprentice. She could change her path from warrior to medicine cat if she chose to. Wildberry assured her that he was fine to allow her to go train under Tinyleaf instead if that was what she would prefer. Intrigued by the idea of helping her Clan in a way that didn't require her to fight, she agreed to Tinyleaf's offer of medicine cat training.

Bramblepaw's previous teachings proved helpful in getting Lakepaw adjusted to her new position. Helping him with his duties allowed her easily slip into the role of the medicine cat's apprentice.

## Personality

Lakefur values her devotion to the Star Fields most, and follows their code faithfully to serve her Clan to the very best of her abilities. She is introverted. In conversations, she is compassionate and helpful. She is guided by her heart, often thoughtful and warm during all of her interactions with her Clan and strangers.

During times of misfortune, Lakefur tends to be more fretful in her worries that something even worse is going to come like it had before. She is quite insecure about herself, and constantly wonders if she would be good enough to truly help her new Clan. Her world view is more optimistic in her new life compared to before the creation of the new ForestClan.

She sometimes wonders what life would be like if she had remained on the path of becoming a warrior alongside her sister. Lakefur will always support whatever helps her Clan the most, fearful of what outcome may come about if they don't take any advantage they could for their survival. She never was opposed to the idea of having a mate or kits, but she remains steadfast in her duties.

## Ceremonies

### Apprentice Ceremony

**Spiderstar:** "Lakekit and Skykit, your sixth moon is upon you, so shall it be that you become apprenticed. Until you receive your warrior names, you will both be known as Lakepaw and Skypaw.

Wildberry, due to your ability to stand firm against adversity, I expect you to pass on all you know to Lakepaw, and to help show her the things she may be able to accomplish when she faces her fears.

Stormpetal, due to your alertness of your surroundings, I expect you to pass on all you know to Skypaw, and to help teach her to retain her focus so she may confidently succeed in any task given to her."

### Medicine Cat Apprentice Ceremony

**Tinyleaf:** "Lakepaw, following the unfortunate death of Brackenpaw, you have expressed your wish to follow the role of a medicine cat in his honor. He has given you a sliver of his knowledge, and had seen potential within you. I have seen a sign, a clear testament to his will, and now you stand before me. To observe and understand the mysteries from the Star Fields, and to be the paw that will heal our Clan. Step forward, and let our ancestors look upon you.

Warriors of the Star Fields, I present to you an apprentice who has chosen the path of a medicine cat. Grant her your wisdom and insight; allow her to understand your ways and heal her Clan in accordance with your will. Now, Lakepaw, join me at the Stone of Stars so that you can meet with our ancestors."

### Medicine Cat Ceremony

**Tinyleaf:** "I am Tinyleaf, medicine cat of ForestClan, and I reach my voice out to my warrior ancestors to look down on this apprentice. She has been trained to understand the ways of a medicine cat’s code and purpose, and under your guidance, she will serve her Clan for the moons to come upon her. Lakepaw, do you accept the responsibilities of a medicine cat?"

**Lakepaw:** "I accept."

**Tinyleaf:** "Then with the blessing of our ancestors, I give you your full name. From this moment onward you will be known as Lakefur due to your mindfulness and faith. May those in the Star Fields rejoice as we welcome you as a medicine cat of ForestClan."