SpringClan

SpringClan is a group of cats who live in the meadow, closely neighbored by WinterClan's tundra territory. Blossom, part of the clan's founders, was the very first leader of SpringClan, soon renaming himself Springstar, following the naming of his clan.

## Description

SpringClan is one of the four clans of the Season Clans' territory. They live in the meadow, an area with plentiful prey and useful medicinal herbs. They are sometimes mocked by other clans and called soft, since they have less harsh territoy than the other clans. However, they are always happy to share their resources with other clans, as they recognize that they have an advantage in survival. They are allied with WinterClan, whmo they often give herbs t, since their climate is so harsh that they can hardly find medicinal herbs for themselves. WinterClan gifts them cured pelts of prey as thanks for the herbs, which kickstarted the tradition of WinterClan and SpringClan's trading ceremonies. SpringClan cats are often regarded as dreamy and idealistic by other clan cats. They often decorate their fur with beautiful flowers and tall grasse,, andthey have many traditions involving the braiding of fur and flowers. They have many ceremonies that differ fromthose of other clans, including ones celebrating pregnancy, promotion of roles, and marriage. As well as celebrations of life, they also have celebrations of death, engaging in burying rituals that honor life and give back to the environment around them. SpringClan cats are often long-furre, plum, and can be easily recognized by their distinct flowery scent. They tend to have strange and hushed voices.

## Territory

SpringClan lives in a flowery meadow, with abundant herbs and prey. Their territory neighbors WinterClan's, ith whomo they have an allianch.

Landmarks in the territory include:

**SpringClan Camp** - A flowery clearing surrounded by tall grasses that keep their camp hidden and protected. Their dens are weaved out of tall grasses and brambles, and are very decorated with various wildflowers. Their whole camp has a pungent floral scent. They line their dens with thick lichen and moss to keep comfortable. They have a smaller medicine den than other clans, since they mostly use a nearby grotto to store their herbs.

**Medicine Grotto** - A small grotto a little ways away from SpringClan's camp, used by the healers to store herbs and treat sick patients. When multiple healers are available, they will take turns sleeping in camp and the grotto, just in case a cat has an urgent medical emergency during the night. The grotto is useful for storing their plentiful herbs, as it is a cool and dry environment with some cold streams that can be used for dehydrated patients or washing paws. Many useful herbs also grow there. It is a spacious medicine den and is used for most patients.

**Twoleg Trail** - A hiking trail through the meadow that twolegs sometimes use. SpringClan cats tend to stay away from it.

**The Fallen Willow** - A huge willow tree that collapsed long ago and is used as a den by many rabbits, making it a great spot to hunt.

**Crystal Fall** - A large waterfall that cascades from a small hill. It shimmers and shines in the light, earning it its name. Unbeknownst to other clans, there is a small cave behind the waterfall that SpringClan cats often use for ceremonies.

**Petal Creek** - A narrow, gentle creek that runs through the heart of SpringClan territory. It earns its name from the flower petals that can often be found in the creek, following the current. Small freshwater fish live here, making it a nice spot for fishing. It is also a popular hangout spot for apprentices and warriors, as its ambient noise and cool waters are perfect for a hot summer day.

## Eras

### Springstar

Springstar, formerly known as Blossom, lived in a small group of feral cats who had been surviving in the wild for a few seasons. As the youngest of the group, along with his sister, Palm, he was naturally curious as to what lay beyond their small territory. When his close friend, Eagle, suggested that they split and find territories that better suit them, he immediately jumped happily on the prospect, unlike his sister. Eventually, Blossom convinced Palm to come along, and he led his small group to the meadow up north. Infatuated with its beauty, he happily claimed the meadow for his rule. The groups met up once again and shared the joyous news of the discovery of each of their new homes, and they agreed to name the four clans in honor of the four seasons that they had lived through together. Going back to the meadow, Blossom renamed himself Springstar and set up camp in a beautiful clearing guarded by tall grasses.

Springstar was an enthusiastic young cat, infatuated with the ever-changing flowers in the meadow. He never had a taste for staying still, and he loved living in a place that changed constantly. Believing that his leadership deserved celebration, he had his deputy weave flowers into his fur, kickstarting the tradition of seasonal flower weaving. He was known for being a self-assured cat who was eager to lead his clan to greatness.

Unlike more recent leaders, Springstar was not granted with 9 lives. The Moontrail, where leaders and healers go to connect with StarClan and receive their lives, was not discovered until seasons later. Springstar died of old ae, after leading his clan for many seasons, anhe d ascended to StarClan soon after.

### Bloomingstar

Bloomingstar is the current leader of SpringClan, succeeding Buzzardstar. Their deputy is Lilyleap, and their healers are Morningbird, Hollowsong, and Purplepaw. They are currently the oldest living cat in the clan territories.

Bloomingstar became a leader at a very young age due to most of their clan perishing in a devastating fire. Forced to relocate their clan into a valley for a few seasons with only a few surviving kits, elders, and apprentices, they stepped up as the leader out of necessity. They suffered immensely from the intense pressure put on them as a young leader, and wishes they could have led their life differently. They try to assure everyone that it is not time for them to die yet, but they're only holding onto their last life so as not to put the responsibility of young leadership on their current deputy, Lilyleap. They're a frail, old cat who has led Springclan for many, many seasons, and every cat in the clan has been led by Bloomingstar their whole life. They are hardly able to leave their den to hunt, but they still show up at gatherings. They have a reputation for being strange, often staring at others and speaking in a low, hushed voice. They are suffering from dementia and subsequently have a very hard time remembering things. They have trouble delivering news at gatherings, sometimes relying on Lilyleap to instead announce the news. They refuse to die because they are scared of pushing another cat into leadership.

Bloomingstar mostly hangs out in the elder's den, but still refuses to retire as leader. Lilyleap is their primary caretaker, and she braids Bloomingstar's fur and weaves flowers into it when they cannot. Bloomingstar is incapable of training their apprentice, Jaypaw, so Lilyleap instead acts as her mentor. Lilyleap is also the one who catches them prey and grooms them, as sometimes they find it hard to take care of themself. Lilyleap is not their biological child, but Bloomingstar has always seen her as their daughter, unbeknownst to her.

Bloomingstar is 205 moons old and has 1 life left.

## Allegiances

See Springclan's current allegiances here.