Rootstar

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**Rootstar** is a small, lithe, glossy black-and-white tom with yellow eyes.

## Personality

Rootstar is known for his eccentric and free-spirited nature. He embraces a lively and unconventional approach to life, often seen marching to the beat of his own drum. He brings an element of unpredictability to the Clan with his unique perspectives and actions. Despite carrying a heavy burden and experiencing trauma from his past, Rootstar maintains a happy-go-lucky demeanor. He radiates positivity and tries to bring cheer to those around him. His infectious enthusiasm and optimistic outlook on life can uplift the spirits of his Clanmates. Rootstar has a gentle and empathetic heart. He genuinely cares about the well-being of others and places their needs above his own. He takes the time to listen to his Clanmates and offers support and understanding when they face challenges or hardships. Rootstar is on a constant quest for joy and freedom, seeking to create a harmonious and vibrant Clan. He encourages his Clanmates to embrace their passions and find happiness in their lives, even amidst adversity. He believes in living life to the fullest and cherishing every moment.
Rootstar carries a deep burden of past trauma that weighs heavily on him. He believes he brings bad luck to those around him, which leads to a sense of guilt and self-blame. This burden can sometimes manifest as periods of depression or introspection, where Rootstar grapples with his own demons. While Rootstar is generally peaceful and prefers to avoid violence, he can be fiercely protective when his Clan is threatened. He will not hesitate to resort to physical confrontation as a last resort to safeguard the well-being of his cats. However, he always seeks peaceful solutions first. Rootstar possesses an open-hearted and accepting nature. He embraces diversity and values the individuality of each cat in his Clan. He fosters an inclusive environment where every cat feels welcomed and valued for who they are. As a leader, Rootstar does not conform to traditional leadership expectations. He approaches leadership with a unique style, often allowing his intuition and heart to guide his decisions. He encourages creativity and independent thinking among his Clanmates, fostering an environment of innovation. Rootstar's eccentricity, empathetic nature, and commitment to protecting his Clan make him a beloved and unconventional leader. While he carries the weight of his past, his upbeat and open-hearted approach to life inspires his Clanmates to embrace their own individuality and pursue happiness. Despite his struggles, Rootstar's genuine care for others and determination to bring joy to his Clan makes him a unique and cherished leader of ThunderClan.
## Killed victims

* Lightfeather (in battle)
* Mousepelt (in battle)
* Swiftstar (one life)
* Talonstar (one life)
* Houndheart (in battle)

## Theme songs

* **Waving Through A Window** by Ben Platt

*"I try to speak, but nobody can hear, so I wait around for an answer to appear, while I'm watch, watch, watching people pass. I'm waving through a window, oh. Can anybody see, is anybody waving back at me?"*
* **The Plagues** by Amick Byram and Ralph Fiennes

*"Once I called you brother, once I thought the chance to make you laugh was all I ever wanted. How it tortures me inside, all the innocent who suffer from your stubbornness and pride."*

## Quotes

**Koi**: "*But why would you try to leave your Clanmates?*"

**Rootberry**: "*Because I love them, I suppose. I am a weak cat. That is why I am terrified of losing them all... all the cats who mean so very much to me. I fear war just as much as you do. A pathetic cat such as I is not fit to lead brave cats like them.*"

—Koi and Rootberry

"*Please don’t look at me with such sadness in your eyes. We’ve had a lot of fun together. You gave me the warmth of your heart, the brightness of your smile...the comfort of being wrapped in your light. I’m happy. That’s why this has to be goodbye. You’re going to go home, and forget everything that happened here.*"
—Rootstar

**Koiwatcher**: "*I want you to live.*"

**Rootstar**: "*I'm scared. As long as I kill, I cannot protect my favorite things... so I don’t want anything to be my favorite anymore. I didn’t want to make anything my favorite...my most favorite, ever again. I don’t want you to have to live with a murderer. Anything that makes me happy... is something I shouldn’t have.*"

—Koiwatcher and Rootstar

**Rootstar**: "*I just want to talk for a minute. Until today... I’ve been running away. I’ve been living in the past...only reaching for those things that I didn’t have to look ahead to see. And the moment those things drifted from my grasp...instead of taking one step forward to chase them... I would let them go. I’ve thought for so long that it wouldn’t matter if I died. If someone murdered me? So what. But... I was wrong. As long as you still have your life to live, you have to keep moving forward. If you don’t, you lose the right to say that you are living. I’ve come to realize... that you only have as long as you live to know happiness. That’s why I want to live. I’m not forgetting what I’ve done. I’m not even letting it go. But I want to see the future. I want you to live too.*"

**Bearstep**: "*How selfish of you.*"

**Rootstar**: "*Yeah, I’m sorry about that. I really am a cat of my own desires. But...you knew that when you met me, did you not?*"

—Rootstar and Bearstep

**Rootstar**: "*How strange it is.*"

**Koiwatcher**: "*What?*"

**Rootstar**: "*Ever since you came here, it feels as if the world itself is that much closer. To me, the world has always felt so far away... as if I have spent my life between the planes, a spirit without legs to wander. Even through the pains of the body and the suffering of the soul, I felt like little more than a spectator viewing the life of another. But it’s different now... ever since you came to us. Now, I can feel that pain, that torment... I can feel everything, close enough to touch with paws that feel as if they are mine. Thank you for your kindness... in helping me remember what it is to feel pain. Through the pain of sadness... I can see beautiful things as even more beautiful than they were before.*"

**Koiwatcher**: "*Rootstar...*"
**Rootstar**: "*That is what being alive is about...I see that now. How lovely the world is, renewing itself each day I stand within it.*"
**Koiwatcher**: "*I...*"
**Rootstar**: "*This world... that all revolves around you.*"
**Koiwatcher**: "*I'm glad you found it in your heart to love me, Rootstar.*"
**Rootstar**: "*I do.*"
**Koiwatcher**: "*So, now that you're here, don't disappear to where you were again.*"
**Rootstar**: "*I can't. I could never vanish from this world, knowing I was leaving you behind.*"

—Rootstar and Koiwatcher

**Rootstar**: "*Koiwatcher.*"

**Koiwatcher**: "*Yes?*"

**Rootstar**: "*I was truly happy with you. That happiness made me a horribly selfish cat.*"

**Koiwatcher**: "*Don't... don't say that. You're not at all, please be more selfish, I don't mind!*"
**Rootstar**: "*But, I've had enough now. I had so much fun, all those years I spent with everyone, and the time I spent here, together with you, is my greatest treasure. That's why I want you to live.*"
**Koiwatcher**: "*What...?*"
**Rootstar**: "*You see, I just really want to see what a cute little old she-cat you'll become. So, will you let me see her, and make my last wish come true?*"
**Koiwatcher**: "*Rootstar...*"
**Rootstar**: "*Live for me, until you're the oldest cat in the Clans. I'm sure you'll be one strong-willed elder behind that cute face. The cutest elder there ever was.*"
**Koiwatcher**: "*That's what you want, for me to be a 'strong-willed elder?' That's what you're asking me to do?*"
**Rootstar**: "*Someday, when we meet again, I'll make you happy. I swear it.*"
**Koiwatcher**: "*You promise?*"
**Rootstar**: "*I promise. So give me one last smile.*"

—Rootstar and Koiwatcher

## Family

**Mates:**

Doveheart (formerly): Living
Koiwatcher: Living
**Sons:**

Emberflame: Living
Goldensky: Living
**Adopted daughter:**

Foxdapple: Living
**Mother:**

Yarrowstem: Living
**Father:**

Coalshadow: Deceased
**Brother:**

Peartuft: Deceased
**Nieces:**

Iceshine: Living
Meadowdawn: Living
Snowheart: Living
**Nephews:**

Aspenfrost: Living
Mountainpath: Living
Pearkit: Deceased