Dewstorm

## Book Appearances

### Living

Deserve's Beginning, Shadows of Blood, Beyond the River, Starfaith's Fate, Rainheart's Love, Mistybreeze's Choice, Milkblaze's Suspicion

**Dewstorm** is a spotted gray tom with yellow eyes.

## Appearances and Mentions

### Deserve's Beginning

#### Allegiances

Dewpaw is listed under Allegiances as a medicine cat apprentice of ShadowClan, being mentored by Hawkfeather.

### Milkblaze's Suspicion

#### Allegiances

Dewpaw is listed under Allegiances as a medicine cat apprentice of ShadowClan, being mentored by Hawkfeather.

### Beyond the River

#### Allegiances

Dewkit is listed under Allegiance Update 5, Allegiance Update 6, and Allegiance Update 7 as a kit of ShadowClan, the son of Silverblossom and Stormstar.

Dewpaw is listed under Allegiance Update 8 and Final Allegiances as a medicine cat apprentice of ShadowClan, being mentored by Hawkfeather.

#### Chapter 17

At the gathering, Stormstar's eyes are shining as he announces that his mate, Silverblossom, has given birth to two healthy kits: Dewkit and Diamondkit. He pauses as some cats murmur congratulations to him.

#### Chapter 27

Stormstar announces that Hawkfeather has taken on Dewpaw as an apprentice. His eyes shine with pride, and Iceslide remembers that he's Dewpaw's father. He adds that Dewpaw remained at the camp tonight to help a wounded warrior.

### Rainheart's Love

Dewpaw is listed under Allegiances as medicine cat apprentice of ShadowClan, being mentored by Hawkfeather.

#### Chapter 1

After Bloompaw nearly falls from the tree, it is mentioned that Bluerain took her back to camp to get thyme from Hawkfeather and Dewpaw for her shock.

#### Chapter 3

When the group returns to camp and Diamondpaw sees the condition of the cats, she gasps Dewpaw's name.

He immediately pokes his head out of the medicine den, looking at her anxiously. He's about to ask what's going on when he sees the newcomers and bounds across the clearing, calling over his shoulder in alarm to Hawkfeather that they need herbs.

Bloomfire lays on her side while Dewpaw presses cobwebs to the bite in her leg.

After the clan realizes that Stormstar is missing, Dewpaw says his father's name and his eyes flash with alarm as he asks if he's alright.

When it's revealed that Stormstar is dead, Dewpaw joins Silverblossom and Diamondpaw, his eyes stunned and lit with sorrow as he presses his head into his mother's fur.

As the cats gather for Stormstar's vigil, Silverblossom, Dewpaw, and Diamondpaw are closest to the meeting rock, their expressions filled with sorrow.

When Dewpaw speaks at the vigil, he says that his father was kind, brave, and cared for his clan above all. His eyes are filled with grief. He says that he's proud to be his son. He knows that Stormstar is safe and happy in StarClan, and he'll see him again at the moonstone.

Rainheart awakes to sobbing. He goes into the clearing and feels a pang of sadness when he sees what's happening. Silverblossom is trying to push her way through the thorn runnel while Crowmask, Dewpaw, and Diamondpaw block her.

Silverblossom sobs as she begs them to let her go find Stormstar's body, as it isn't right, and he shouldn't be buried. When Crowmask tells her that the fox would have slaughtered him and she wouldn't want to see him like that, Dewpaw agrees, his eyes filled with heartache as he stares at his distressed mother and adds that they have to remember Stormstar as he was, as it's what he would want. As she gives up and slumps into a sitting position, Dewpaw and Diamondpaw press against her reassuringly.

Rainheart hesitantly approaches Dewpaw, apologizing for interrupting and asking how Bluerain is. Dewpaw quietly tells him that she's fine, and her wounds will heal, she just needs rest. He tells her he can see her if he likes, and Carrottail is already there.

#### Chapter 4

Rainheart and Poppywing are relaxing together, watching their clanmates contently. Hawkfeather and Dewpaw are organizing herbs by the entrance to the medicine den, laying out oak leaves in the sunlight.

It's noted that a badger attack cost Silverblossom her life. Dewpaw and Diamondpaw grieved deeply for her, so soon after Stormstar's death.

#### Chapter 5

It's mentioned that last moon, Dewstorm earned his full medicine cat name.

#### Chapter 6

When Poppywing begins kitting, Rainheart shoots out of the den and across the clearing to the medicine den. He staggers to a halt in the entrance of the den and tells Hawkfeather and Dewstorm to come quick. The medicine cats look up at him in surprise from where they're sorting herbs, and Hawkfeather starts to ask what's wrong. Rainheart gasps that Poppywing is kitting and spins before he can hear their response, rushing back into the nursery.

He hears quick pawsteps behind him and turns to see that Hawkfeather and Dewstorm have arrived. Dewstorm turns to Poisonedsap and asks her to please take her kits outside, as they need room. Her eyes flash with protest, but she growls agreement and goes. When she leaves, Dewstorm moves to Rainheart's side and rests a paw on Poppywing's flank, telling her that the kits are definitely coming.

When Rainheart hesitates on leaving the nursery, Dewstorm looks at him and tells him they'll let him know as soon as the kits arrive, adding not to worry. Rainheart agrees and goes. He sits down outside the den and looks over his shoulder, unable to see Poppywing, only the backs of the medicine cats.

After Hawkfeather snaps at Rainheart, Dewstorm pokes his head out, and Rainheart looks up at him hopefully, wondering if the kits have arrived. Dewstorm quietly tells him not to mind Hawkfeather, as he gets quiet when he's focused. He tells him that Poppywing is going to be fine. Rainheart hesitates and shuffles his paws, starting to speak, but Dewstorm cuts him off and purrs as he tells Bloomfire to talk to her brother, as if he doesn't get his mind on something else soon and stop pacing, he's afraid his paws are going to fall off. As Rainheart sighs, Bloomfire purrs "of course" and waves her tail at him, telling him to come here. Dewstorm goes back into the nursery.

After Poppywing lets out a loud yowl followed by a cry of pain, Hawkfeather tells Dewstorm to get some cobwebs, his voice rich with panic as he adds for him to hurry. When Rainheart pokes his head into the den and asks what's going on, he sees Dewstorm clawing up a wad of cobwebs from the corner of the den. Hawkfeather snaps at him to get out, and Rainheart asks if Poppywing is okay. When no one answers, he starts forward only to have Dewstorm shoulder him out of the den. He staggers back, stunned as the normally gentle medicine cat hisses at him to stay out of their way. His eyes flare with alarm as he says that they need room to work, and they'll save her.

The words "save her" send shrill terror bolting through Rainheart's body, and he knows that she's hurt and something's wrong. His head spins as he struggles to think straight and asks what's wrong. When Dewstorm doesn't respond, he yowls Poppywing's name and surges forward. Dewstorm shoves him back again and urges him to stay out of the way.

Rainheart thinks "No!" as his mate is in there and something's wrong. A mixture of fury and terror numbs his body, and he snarls, unsheathing his claws and preparing to lash out at Dewstorm, willing him to get out of his way. He's about to slash at him when Bloomfire gasps his name and grabs him, pulling him backwards out of the den.

Outside the den, Bloomfire tries to calm Rainheart, telling him that Hawkfeather and Dewstorm will take care of everything. Flameheart tells him that Hawkfeather and Dewstorm are good medicine cats, and they've handled plenty of kittings before. Rainheart thinks that's true, but is still anxious. He trusts them, but it doesn't make him any less afraid for Poppywing.

When Hawkfeather allows Rainheart into the nursery, he shoves his way past the medicine cats to crouch beside Poppywing. After she dies, he's hardly aware of Dewstorm padding to his side and resting a paw on Poppywing's flank. He shakes his head and murmurs that he's sorry. The words send thorns through his heart, confirming the horrible truth that he didn't want to accept, and he wails in grief.

As Rainheart angrily confronts Hawkfeather, Dewstorm quietly urges him to come here, and he'll give him some thyme. Rainheart thinks that Dewstorm is a fool if he thinks some herb is going to fix this. His tail lashes madly as he silently notes that Poppywing is dead, and nothing can heal his heart. He prepares to attack Hawkfeather, but changes his mind and runs out of the nursery.

### Shadows of Blood

#### Allegiances

Dewstorm is listed under Allegiances and Allegiance Update 1 as a medicine cat of ShadowClan, being mentored by Hawkfeather.

Dewstorm is listed under Allegiance Update 3 as medicine cat of ShadowClan.

Dewstorm is listed under Allegiance Update 4 as medicine cat of ShadowClan with an apprentice, Creampaw.

Dewstorm is listed under Allegiance Update 5, Allegiance Update 6, and Final Allegiances as medicine cat of WindClan.

#### Prologue

After Hawkfeather snaps at Rainheart, Dewstorm pokes his head out of the nursery and apologetically tells Rainheart not to mind Hawkfeather, adding that he gets cranky when he's focused. He assures him that Poppywing is going to be fine. Rainheart starts to speak, but Dewstorm cuts him off and purrs to Bloomfire, suggesting she talk to her brother. He adds that if he doesn't get his mind on something else soon and stop pacing, he's afraid his paws are going to fall off. Bloomfire's eyes gleam as she says "of course", and Dewstorm disappears back into the den.

After Poppywing lets out a loud yowl and a cry, Hawkfeather's voice is panicked as he tells Dewstorm to hurry and get some cobwebs. Rainheart pokes his head into the den and asks what's going on as Dewstorm rapidly claws up a wad of cobwebs.

Dewstorm, who is noted to usually be gentler than any cat, shoulders Rainheart out of the den and urges him to stay out of their way, his eyes lit with alarm. He says they need room to work, and they'll save her. Rainheart tries to push into the den, but Dewstorm shoves him back, pleading him to stay out of the way. Rainheart snarls and unsheathes his claws, preparing to lash out at him. Bloomfire pulls him out of the den before he can. She tries to calm him and tells him that Hawkfeather and Dewstorm will take care of everything.

Poppywing can just make out the blurred shapes of Hawkfeather and Dewstorm beside her. She whimpers and asks what's wrong as Dewstorm paws cobwebs at her, but the bleeding doesn't seem to slow. She asks where Rainheart is. Dewstorm tells her gently that he's outside, and not to worry, she's going to be fine. Hawkfeather mutters under his breath "StarClan willing".

When Poppywing says she wants Rainheart here, Dewstorm hesitates and looks at Hawkfeather, who shakes his head, saying he's only going to panic and get in the way. Dewstorm gives him a long look and says the bleeding isn't stopping. Hawkfeather shoots him a look and growls, asking what he's saying. Dewstorm responds that he's saying they should let Rainheart see her before she dies. Hawkfeather snarls "No!", and Dewstorm flinches. He asks how he can give up so easily, adding that a medicine cat does not give up. Dewstorm lashes his tail and snaps at him, asking if he thinks it's easy for him, his eyes lighting with defense. He says there's nothing they can do. She's in the paws of StarClan now, and if she is to join them, Rainheart deserves to see her one last time. Poppywing can hardly believe her ears, realizing she's going to die.

Hawkfeather and Dewstorm stand, ears flattened and tails lashing as they stare at each other through narrowed eyes. After a moment, Hawkfeather looks outside the den and calls Rainheart. He immediately bolts into the den and shoves the medicine cats aside as he crouches by Poppywing. When she dies, Dewstorm hesitantly pads over and rests his paw on her flank, murmuring that he's sorry.

When Rainheart angrily confronts Hawkfeather, Dewstorm quietly urges Rainheart to come here, and he'll give him some thyme. Rainheart ignores him.

After Rainheart runs away and Bloomfire enters the nursery, Hawkfeather and Dewstorm are speaking quietly to each other. Dewstorm looks at her and asks where Rainheart went. She tells him that he left the camp and that she thinks he needs some time alone. She gazes at the body sadly, then slowly sits with the medicine cats, asking about the kits. Hawkfeather tells her none came.

As Bloomfire paws at the bloody moss, the medicine cats stare at her in bewilderment. When she uncovers the kit, Dewstorm gasps "Great StarClan!" and hurries to Bloomfire's side. She pulls the kit close with one paw as she and Dewstorm lick the kit clean of blood. Hawkfeather stares at him, his eyes widening as he whispers that the kit was born in blood, and it's an omen. He will destroy their clan. Dewstorm raises his head and shoots him a bewildered glance, telling him not to be ridiculous. He says if anything, it's a good sign and a miracle. Hawkfeather growls no, and that kit is trouble. Dewstorm growls "Enough, Hawkfeather". While Bloomfire goes to find Rainheart, Dewstorm pulls the kit close to him.

During Rainheart and Poppywing's vigil, it's noted that Hawkfeather and Dewstorm had groomed Poppywing's body.

#### Chapter 2

When Bloodkit pokes his head in the medicine den, he sees Hawkfeather and Dewstorm sleeping in their nests on the far side of the den. Across from them, Poisonedsap and Stonekit sleep, while Swiftkit is in a nest close to Dewstorm.

#### Chapter 3

When Bloodkit's ear is torn open trying to stop Swiftkit and Stonekit from fighting, Bloomfire anxiously yowls for Hawkfeather to come quick, ignoring Poisonedsap's glare. Dewstorm instead pokes his head into the den and tells them Hawkfeather went out to look for catmint, He breaks off when he sees the kits, his eyes widening as he shoots into the den and asks what in StarClan's name happened, and why the kits are bleeding.

Poisonedsap cries that she told them not to play so roughly, but they wouldn't listen. Bloodkit starts to object, but Bloomfire sweeps her tail over his mouth, and he doesn't understand. Dewstorm exclaims that the three of them should know better, and this is serious. He tells all three of them to come to his den. Bloodkit nervously follows Stonekit and Swiftkit to the medicine den, Poisonedsap and Bloomfire following.

In the medicine den, Dewstorm urges them to sit down and quickly claws some cobwebs together, dabbing at Stonekit's scratches. When Maplefur arrives, Dewstorm is wrapping cobwebs around Swiftkit's paw. He tells Maplefur that the kits were playing and got a little carried away. They have some nasty cuts, but they'll heal. When Maplefur and Poisonedsap go into the clearing to talk alone, Bloodkit sees that Dewstorm is still busy with Swiftkit and won't get to his injuries for a while.

#### Chapter 4

Bloodkit notes that Dewstorm told him that he would get used to the split in his ear, and it would never heal.

When Poppywing tells Bloodkit that she has a prophecy for him, he asks if she's sure she doesn't want Depthstar, Hawkfeather, or Dewstorm. She tells him no, and this prophecy is for him alone.

#### Chapter 5

As Stonekit is apprenticed, Hawkfeather and Dewstorm quietly groom Maplefur's body.

#### Chapter 6

When Bloodkit goes into the clearing for his apprentice ceremony and freezes, Hawkfeather and Dewstorm are sitting outside the medicine den, looking at Depthstar.

Dewstorm comments that Bloodkit is going to make a fine apprentice. Bloodkit is surprised to hear the meow come from near the medicine den and looks toward it nervously. Dewstorm's eyes are friendly as he adds that he'll be an even better warrior. He almost sounds sympathetic, and Bloodkit wonders if he can see how scared he is. Hawkfeather casts Dewstorm a narrowed look, and Bloodkit sees that Hawkfeather doesn't agree, but thinks that at least Dewstorm seems to like him.

After Bloodpaw is apprenticed, Flameheart, Bloomfire, and Dewstorm start chanting his name.

Bloodpaw looks back at the medicine den nervously. Dewstorm gives him a nod of approval, but beside him, Hawkfeather's narrow eyes are fixed on Bloodpaw, his tail twitching. He murmurs something to Dewstorm before turning away and padding into his den. Dewstorm flashes him a glare before following. Bloodpaw stares after the medicine cats, wondering what Hawkfeather has against him and what he ever did.

#### Chapter 7

When Cobratail puts Cliffshade and Foxshadow in charge of guarding the camp while they're at the gathering, he adds that Hawkfeather and Dewstorm won't be here, so if there's an emergency, for them to come let them know.

At the gathering, Hawkfeather and Dewstorm sit together a little ways away from the deputies, speaking to some other medicine cats. Swiftpaw tells Bloodpaw that the pretty yellow she-cat that Dewstorm is speaking with is Starpaw of WindClan. Dewstorm looks happy and content as he speaks with her.

#### Chapter 9

When Hawkfeather pads out of his den to see to his injuries, Bloodpaw desperately wonders if Dewstorm is around, as he doesn't want to see Hawkfeather.

#### Chapter 11

When a yowl sounds from the nursery, Ashcloud and Copperstripe freeze, looking to the nursery. After a moment, Dewstorm pokes his head out and announces that Rosebreeze is kitting. He looks around and starts to call to Hawkfeather, but he says he's coming and races into the nursery, and Dewstorm follows him back in.

Brownstripe asks if he can come in, but Hawkfeather tells him no, because he and Dewstorm need room. He tells Brownstripe he can come in soon enough.

#### Chapter 13

When Bloodpaw worries during Bloomfire's kitting, Song tells him that she's in good paws. Bloodpaw still feels uneasy and asks if Dewstorm will be able to handle it on his own. It's noted that Hawkfeather died two moons ago, and Dewstorm has taken the role of sole medicine cat of ShadowClan.

Song assures him that Dewstorm has helped with many kittings, and even handled some while Hawkfeather was busy. He has plenty of experience. Bloodpaw dips his head, grateful for her support. He sees movement from the corner of his eye and snaps his attention to the nursery. Dewstorm pads out, looking weary, but happiness gleams in his eyes as he tells Bloodpaw that he can go in. Bloodpaw ducks into the nursery, brushing past Dewstorm as he leaves.

A few days pass. Bloodpaw has just returned to camp when Depthstar shoots out of his den, alarmed. He anxiously tell Bloodpaw that Starfaith just told him that something has happened to Dewstorm. Bloodpaw is confused, noting that Starfaith is WindClan's medicine cat, and certainly isn't here. He knows that the medicine cats would be at the moonstone tonight, but should all be back at their camps now. He freezes as he wonders why Dewstorm hasn't returned.

Depthstar and Bloodpaw race through the forest to highstones. Bloodpaw's body aches from his training, but thinking about Dewstorm keeps him going, as he's in trouble, and he and Depthstar need him.

As they head further up highstones, Bloodpaw picks up the thick, strong scent of blood. He's terrified and prays to StarClan that Dewstorm isn't dead. When Depthstar halts and gasps "No!", Bloodpaw pants and leaps to his leaders side, his paws trembling and aching. He looks up at the scene and freezes, thinking "great StarClan, no!".

Not far from Starfaith's body, Dewstorm lays on his side in a pool of his own blood. Depthstar calls Dewstorm's name and shoots to his side, nosing his fur and asking if he can hear him. When Depthstar says he already knew Starfaith was dead, Bloodpaw realizes that she must have visited Depthstar to tell him about Dewstorm.

Bloodpaw hurries to Depthstar's side and draws in a deep breath. Dewstorm has several slashes in his shoulder, and a long rip in his belly. Depthstar is pressing his paws to the long wound, desperate to stop the bleeding. Bloodpaw chokes out and starts to ask if he's dead, when Dewstorm jerks and begins to cough.

Depthstar says Dewstorm's name in relief as he begins drawing in deep ragged breaths. Depthstar starts to tell him it's alright, but Dewstorm moans Starfaith's name and shakily tries to raise his head, saying she needs help. Depthstar tells him to hold still and presses his paws against his belly as he tells Bloodpaw to find some cobwebs, leaves, anything to stop the bleeding. Bloodpaw quickly finds some cobwebs and races back to them. Depthstar quickly presses them to Dewstorm's wound.

Dewstorm croaks as he asks where Starfaith is. When Depthstar doesn't respond, Bloodpaw rasps that he's sorry and reveals that she's dead. Dewstorm stares at Bloodpaw for a moment, as though processing this, then lets out a low wail and whimpers, dropping his head to the ground again.

Depthstar anxiously asks what happened and who did this. When Dewstorm doesn't respond, he prods his side and says his name. Alarm shoots through Bloodpaw as he fears he's died, but Depthstar says he's unconscious. He draws in a deep breath and says they need to get Dewstorm to camp.

When Depthstar goes to Starfaith's body, he thanks her for leading him to Dewstorm. After a moment, he turns away and tells Bloodpaw that they need to take care of Dewstorm first, and asks him to take Starfaith's body into the cave.

When Starfaith's spirit appears to Bloodpaw, she purrs that Dewstorm believes in him, so she knows she can believe in him too. Depthstar calls Bloodpaw and asks what's taking so long, as Dewstorm doesn't have much time. Starfaith breathes "save him" in Bloodpaw's ear. When he leaves the cave, Depthstar is standing with Dewstorm on his back, his paws dangling at his sides. He urges Bloodpaw to come on, and they hurry down highstones.

When they reach the camp and Cobratail sees them, his ears flatten in alarm, and he asks what happened, leaping to their side, and Cliffshade and Greenpine look to Dewstorm in alarm. Depthstar quickly explains that it looks like Dewstorm and Starfaith were attacked by rogues, telling him that Starfaith is dead and Dewstorm is badly injured.

Cobratail's eyes widen as he worries it's Deserve, but Depthstar dismisses this and lowers Dewstorm into his nest. He calls Greenpine and Cliffshade over. Greenpine gasps as she asks if Dewstorm is alright, and Cliffshade flexes his claws, growling as he asks who did this.

Depthstar fearfully rasps that they need a medicine cat, as Dewstorm needs more than cobwebs, and they don't know what to do. He tells Bloodpaw to go to the ThunderClan camp and ask for Spicewhisker. His eyes widen as he asks "on my own, on enemy territory?". Depthstar says yes, as he knows the way from the battle. Bloodpaw protests, and Depthstar's eyes shine with despair as he tells him he has to do this, as Dewstorm's life depends on it.

With a last look at Dewstorm, Bloodpaw spins and races out of the camp, telling himself that he can and has to do this.

#### Chapter 14

Bloodpaw is exhausted as he runs through the forest, but doesn't dare stop, as Dewstorm is dying.

Bloodpaw is explaining to the ThunderClan guards that there was a rogue attack at highstones, and Starfaith is dead, while Dewstorm can't hold on for much longer. When Strawberrystar appears and asks what's going on, he repeats the story.

She twitches her ear and asks how this is ThunderClan's problem. Bloodpaw stares at her nervously as he asks if Spicewhisker can come to ShadowClan to save Dewstorm. Strawberrystar snorts and asks if he thinks she's going to lend her medicine cat to ShadowClan after what they've done. Bloodpaw stares at her desperately and pleads with her, as Dewstorm is dying.

When Strawberrystar refuses, Bloodpaw says that if she doesn't do something, ShadowClan will be left without a medicine cat, and StarClan would not allow this.

When Spicewhisker appears, he stares at Bloodpaw anxiously and gasps for confirmation that Starfaith is dead and Dewstorm is dying. Bloodpaw nods, and Spicewhisker starts toward him. Strawberrystar stops him and glares at him, asking what he thinks he's doing. Spicewhisker blinks at her and says he needs to save Dewstorm. Strawberrystar bares her teeth and hisses that they won't do any favors for ShadowClan after what they did.

Bloodpaw lies and tells her that ShadowClan regrets the attack. On behalf of ShadowClan, he asks for forgiveness, and pleads with her to save Dewstorm, not let him suffer for their mistakes. She is quiet for a moment as she considers this. Spicewhisker looks at her calmly and says that he rarely disobeys her, but will not let Dewstorm die, as he's a fellow medicine cat. Bloodpaw stares at her hopefully, silently pleading her, and at last she murmurs and allows Spicewhisker to go.

As Bloodpaw and Spicewhisker run to ShadowClan, Spicewhisker says he can't believe this happened, as he just got back from highstones a while ago. Bloodpaw asks why Dewstorm and Starfaith were alone, thinking the other medicine cats would be with them. Spicewhisker tells him that Dewstorm and Starfaith stayed behind to talk alone for a moment. Starfaith told Silverberry she'd catch up, and the rest of them left.

They reach the camp, and Bloodpaw leads Spicewhisker to the medicine den where Depthstar and Greenpine are crouched over Dewstorm. They're relieved to see Bloodpaw with Spicewhisker, and Depthstar thanks StarClan. As Spicewhisker crouches beside Dewstorm, Depthstar praises Bloodpaw. Bloodpaw feels a rush of pride and sits near the entrance, watching as Spicewhisker applies herbs to Dewstorm's wounds.

Early dawn, it's been a long time since Spicewhisker arrived. He's still in the medicine den with Dewstorm, whose fate is uncertain. Most of the clan is gathered in the clearing, murmuring to one another. Cliffshade wonders if Dewstorm will be alright in a murmur, and Ashcloud sounds nervous as he worries that he will die, and ShadowClan will be left without a medicine cat. Copperstripe lowers his head and says that StarClan will tell them what to do. Another cat wonders if any of the kits are qualified to be medicine cats.

Diamondrain snaps "Enough!", her eyes lit with fear as she tells them not to talk like he's already dead. It's noted that she is Dewstorm's sister, and of course she's more scared for him than the rest of the clan.

Bloodpaw sits at the side of the clearing, eyes closed. He's sore and exhausted, but can't sleep until he finds out if Dewstorm is going to make it. After what feels like forever, Spicewhisker emerges from the medicine den and murmurs a few words to Depthstar, who thanks him and tells the clan that Dewstorm needs a few days to recover, but has been saved thanks to Spicewhisker. The clan lets out sighs of relief and gratitude toward the ThunderClan medicine cat.

Depthstar calls a clan meeting and tells the clan about the attack at highstones, and that Dewstorm was close to joining Starfaith in StarClan, but has been saved by Spicewhisker. He goes on to say that Dewstorm is alive thanks to one brave apprentice, Bloodpaw. Depthstar explains how Bloodpaw went with him to highstones and helped him bring Dewstorm home, and even traveled to the ThunderClan camp on his own to get Spicewhisker. Because of this, he makes Bloodfur a warrior.

#### Chapter 15

Bloodfur has to give his thrush to some cat, as he's going to go crazy if he doesn't make someone happy today. He takes the thrush to the medicine den where Dewstorm is organizing some leaves into piles with his new apprentice, Creampaw.

It's noted that the clan had been relieved that Dewstorm recovered from the attack at highstones. As he recovered, he explained to the clan that he and Starfaith had been speaking together when they were attacked by three rogues. Depthstar pressed for information on their appearances, but Dewstorm said it was too dark and everything happened too fast for him to tell. He said he'd been trying to defend Starfaith when he was attacked by more rogues that arrived. Dewstorm hadn't seemed surprised when Depthstar explained that Starfaith had told him to go to highstones. Since that night, Dewstorm continues to claim that Starfaith is the reason he hadn't died there.

While Dewstorm's wounds were healing, Creamkit had been constantly at his side, helping him with minor injuries and asking about herbs and remedies. A blind mouse could see she wanted to be a medicine cat, and when it was time to be apprenticed, Depthstar made sure her wish came true.

Dewstorm prompts Creampaw to name an herb, pushing a pile of blue flowers toward her. She narrows her eyes thoughtfully and identifies it as borage, and Dewstorm nods approvingly, then asks her what it's used for. Creampaw responds that she saw him give some to Bloomfire, so thinks it must do something for queens. Dewstorm purrs that's right, explaining that it helps them produce more milk for their kits.

Dewstorm pauses as he notices Bloodfur standing outside the den and asks how he can help him. Bloodfur steps in and dips his head as he drops the thrush, saying he thought they could use some food. Creampaw perks up, exclaiming that she's starving. She crouches and begins eating, thanking Bloodfur.

Dewstorm agrees and thanks him, adding that he's done a lot for them lately. It's noted that since the attack at highstones, Depthstar suggested that each leader send a warrior with their medicine cat at the half moon meeting until they're sure the medicine cats are safe traveling alone. Bloodfur had volunteered and went to highstones twice to escort Dewstorm.

Bloodfur purrs "Anytime", glad that he managed to make some cat happy today, then leaves.

As Bloodfur wonders what it's like to have an apprentice, he recalls how he'd seen Dewstorm telling Creampaw about herbs in the medicine den earlier.

When Cobratail's patrol returns wounded, Creampaw races out of the medicine den to Rosebreeze's body, exclaiming that she's hurt and spinning to Dewstorm as he follows. He looks at Rosebreeze for a moment, then turns to Cobratail and starts to say he'll treat his wounds, but Creampaw interrupts, wailing as she asks Dewstorm what he's doing, as Rosebreeze is hurt badly and they need to save her.

Dewstorm looks at Creampaw solemnly and murmurs that he's sorry, resting his tail around her shoulders and telling her that Rosebreeze is gone. Creampaw stares at him as though she doesn't understand, saying they're medicine cats and are supposed to save cats.

Dewstorm murmurs that there's a lot a medicine cat can do, but they cannot change the path StarClan has laid down for them. Creampaw ignores him and urges her mother to get up. Dewstorm quietly tells her she's dead and safe in StarClan now.

As Cobratail tells Depthstar about the rogues, Dewstorm dabs cobwebs at his shoulder.

#### Chapter 16

Bloodfur notes that things have been alright for a while, and he thought that after he helped save Dewstorm, the clan would think differently. He guesses he was wrong and that whatever Hawkfeather said about him, the clan won't let it go. He wishes he knew what it was.

When Bloodfur tells Cardinalpaw how he once crossed the thunderpath to get Spicewhisker, Cardinalpaw perks up and says that Bloomfire told him the story and how he saved Dewstorm's life. Bloodfur purrs that it wasn't all him, but Cardinalpaw admiringly points out that Dewstorm would have died if it weren't for him.

#### Chapter 17

Bloodfur notes that since the fight with Revengeheart, even Dewstorm is acting uneasy around him. He's always shown Bloodfur kindness before. But now Bloodfur begins to fear he'll receive the same hostility from Dewstorm as he did Hawkfeather.

As Bloodfur worries that Cardinalpaw wants to be a medicine cat, he tries to comfort himself in knowing that Dewstorm already has an apprentice.

After Brownstripe and Diamondrain are killed, Depthstar can no longer dismiss the fact that the clans are under attack, noting the rogue attacks they've suffered, including how they nearly lost Dewstorm.

When the clan accuses Bloodfur of murder, Dewstorm yowls "Enough!" from outside his den, his eyes lit with alarm. He starts to say there's no need for this, but Mistybreeze interrupts him.

When explaining the story of Rainheart and Poppywing to Bloodfur, Flameheart notes that Bloomfire and Dewstorm were in the nursery with Poppywing's body when they found Bloodkit.

#### Chapter 20

Deserve praises Papercut for his successful idea to attack the medicine cats- Dewstorm and Starfaith, at highstones. Revengeheart points out that Dewstorm survived and even has an apprentice now.

Deserve says the medicine cats must be eliminated and puts Bloodfur in charge of the mission. Bloodfur decides that all of the medicine cats are probably like Hawkfeather and agrees to it.

#### Chapter 21

When asked about his plan to kill the medicine cats, Bloodfur says that Papercut's attack on Dewstorm and Starfaith at highstones went well, and wishes to lead a second attack there tomorrow night.

#### Chapter 22

While congratulating Tinylark and Honeyrose, Creampaw comments about whenever she'll get her name. Dewstorm appears behind her and suggests tonight. Creampaw is shocked and asks if he thinks she's ready, and he says he knows she is. Creampaw is overjoyed and excited as she bumps her head against his, thanking him. Bloodfur silently notes that she'll regret saying she can't wait, as she and Dewstorm may be among the dead tonight.

Bloodfur, Mottledface, and the soldiers go to the moonstone cave and attempt to kill the medicine cats in their sleep, but they all awaken. Bloodfur is sinking his teeth into Spicewhisker's neck when Dewstorm knocks Bloodfur away and slashes at him. Creampaw tries to help Dewstorm, but he snarls at her to go.

Bonfire pins Dewstorm and snaps at Bloodfur to kill him. Bloodfur hesitates, remembering how Dewstorm always believed in him and didn't treat him like the rest of the clan did. He decides that Dewstorm doesn't deserve to die and tells Bonfire to let him go. The soldier hesitates before doing so, and Dewstorm glares at Bloodfur before helping Sagepaw, Spicewhisker, and Ryeheart fight the cats blocking the tunnel.

Dewstorm, Creamheart, and Sagepaw escape the cave while Ryeheart and Spicewhisker hold off the soldiers guarding the entrance.

#### Chapter 23

The clans hold an emergency gathering to discuss the attack on the medicine cats two nights ago. Dewstorm and Creamheart sit below the great rock looking uneasy. Both were lucky and only had minor injuries.

When Depthstar asks the medicine cats about the cats who attacked, Dewstorm says they smelt like rogues, two were covered in mud, and he believes they're the same cats who attacked he and Starfaith.

Gladestar is anxious about the fact that WindClan has no medicine cat and no cat who can take Silverberry's place. Dewstorm offers to fill in as WindClan's medicine cat temporarily to train a new medicine cat for them. Creamheart is anxious that he's leaving, but Dewstorm promises she'll be alright and he's leaving ShadowClan in good paws.

Gladestar is surprised that Dewstorm would leave his clan so long for them. He hesitates before jumping onto the great rock with the leaders and confessing that he and Starfaith were in love and sneaking away at night to see each other. She sacrificed her life for his and led Depthstar to him, and so he feels he owes Starfaith and WindClan. Gladestar is stunned, but allows Dewstorm to join WindClan and train a medicine cat, with Depthstar's approval.

#### Chapter 24

When Bloodfur suggests they discuss how to get rid of the other medicine cats, Mistybreeze comments that Dewstorm is her uncle. Bloodfur decides not to tell her that he has no intentions of killing Dewstorm, one of the few cats who treated him well.

#### Chapter 26

Revengeheart disagrees that the attack on the medicine cats was a success, as only two were killed and the others are still alive, naming Dewstorm as one of them.

When Deserve asks if ShadowClan still has two medicine cats, Bloodfur tells him that Dewstorm left to fill in as WindClan's medicine cat.

Deserve wants to attack the clans once more of the medicine cats are killed. Bloodfur thinks he might be fulfilling the prophecy, and StarClan wants the medicine cats dead for some reason.

#### Chapter 29

Bloodfur admits to Castiel that though a lot of cats treated him badly growing up, there were a lot who were good to him, naming Dewstorm as one of them.

### Starfaith's Fate

#### Allegiances

Dewpaw is listed under Allegiances as medicine cat apprentice of ShadowClan, being mentored by Hawkfeather.

#### Chapter 2

As Starpaw and Silverberry near highstones, they see the silhouettes of the other medicine cats sitting around the entrance to the Moonstone cave, waiting. When they reach them, the other cats look at the newcomers, and Silverberry says she hopes they haven't been waiting long. Otterpelt tells her they haven't been.

Hawkfeather introduces himself to Starpaw, then nods to the smaller cat beside him, introducing him as his apprentice, Dewpaw. Starpaw thinks he looks close to her age. His eyes are friendly as he dips his head to her.

Starpaw is uncomfortable and shy around the others. Silverberry tells her that in time, she will feel as though these cats are her own clanmates.

In the Moonstone cave, after Silverberry gives Starpaw her medicine cat apprentice ceremony, the other medicine cats purr and give her looks and nods of approval. As Starpaw nervously settles by the Moonstone, Dewpaw is crouched not far from her, watching her with warm friendly eyes. He tells her not to worry, and that StarClan will welcome her. His words comfort her, and she blinks gratefully to him. Dewpaw closes his eyes and touches his nose to the stone, drifting into sleep.

After Starpaw wakes up, Dewpaw asks how her first meeting went. Starpaw purrs as she tells him how she met with her parents, Dreamwhisper and Weaselnose. Dewpaw's eyes flash with sympathy as he realizes both her parents are dead, but says nothing about it, and Starpaw is greatful. He says that's great and that he saw his father, Stormstar. Starpaw wasn't aware that Dewpaw was Stormstar's son and purrs that he must be very proud of him. Dewpaw looks embarrassed and purrs that being a medicine cat isn't exactly like being clan leader. He adds that it's great to be able to share dreams with their kin though, and their lucky, as most cats can't.

When Silverberry calls to Starpaw, she and Dewpaw hurry to join the others by the tunnel.

When the medicine cats leave the cave, Starpaw tells Dewpaw to take care, and he nods, thanking her and wishing her the same. The medicine cats go their separate ways.

#### Chapter 3

While collecting goldenrod, Starpaw sees Dewpaw across the ShadowClan border sniffing at some leaves. She notes that they've met three times at the Moonstone now, and at the past two gatherings. She thinks he's a very nice cat and sees no harm in saying hello. She greets him and asks how he is. Dewpaw hesitates, and she's startled to see he looks sad. Concerned, she asks if he's alright.

Dewpaw tells her things haven't been the best in ShadowClan lately, and that his mother, Silverblossom, died earlier this moon. Starpaw sympathetically offers her condolences and wants to touch noses with him as she would to comfort one of her clanmates, but is unsure if he would welcome the gesture. She knows what it's like to lose both parents and tells him Silverblossom is watching him from StarClan. Dewpaw looks distant as he says it's hard.

Starpaw can't bear to see him so upset, and unable to resist her instinct, she rests her paw over his. Dewpaw blinks and she awkwardly apologizes, but he warmly tells her it's okay, and thanks her. He hopes he'll see Silverblossom at the Moonstone next quarter moon. He pauses before quietly telling her that something unusual happened- explaining how Deserve, Boost, and Song were taken into ShadowClan, and how Deserve killed Snakekit. Dewpaw sadly says they've never seen anything like it, and no cat wants to find Deserve, for a kit who kills has no place in a clan. He explains that the clan wanted to throw out Boost and Song, but he and Hawkfeather argued against it, as they weren't to blame for what their brother did.

Dewpaw tells Starpaw he asked Hawkfeather if he could go out looking for chervil, wanting some time alone. She apologizes for bothering him, but Dewpaw purrs that he's glad he ran into her, and feels a little better now. She jokes that it's good seeing him in the daylight for once. Dewpaw is amused, then says he'd better get back to camp, as Hawkfeather will have his tail if he doesn't find some chervil.

Starpaw gives him some goldenrod, promising there is enough in WindClan, and he thanks her, adding that goldenrod doesn't grow on ShadowClan territory. As they go their separate ways, Starpaw wishes for StarClan to light his path. She feels warm as she thinks that Dewpaw is a great cat, and if only he were in WindClan, as he would be a great friend.

#### Chapter 4

Starpaw notes that she enjoys seeing the other medicine cats, and before long considered them her friends. She thinks that Dewpaw is lucky to have Hawkfeather as a mentor.

Starpaw feels closest to Dewpaw, and notes that he's very caring, intelligent, and fun to be around. She feels it's their closeness in age and the fact that they're both apprentices that gives them a connection.

Dewpaw steps forward to meet Starpaw, and she touches noses with him, purring that it's good to see him again. She asks how things are in ShadowClan, and Dewpaw looks relieved as he tells her it's much better than a few moons ago, noting that Sunflower's kits have started training.

While waiting for Ryeheart, Dewpaw is sitting near Starpaw, shifting his paws restlessly.

Starpaw and Dewpaw start toward the tunnel at the same time, then hesitate. She prompts Dewpaw to go on, but he steps back and gestures toward the tunnel, eyes gleaming as he insists "She-cat's first". She gratefully steps in, and he follows. In the cave, Starpaw crouches in her usual spot between Silverberry and Dewpaw.

After Starpaw wakes from her dream, Dewpaw asks if she's okay, looking worried. She admits she's not, and he asks if StarClan showed her something. She realizes Dewpaw is the only cat she feels comfortable sharing her secret with, thinking he won't judge her.

Starpaw and Dewpaw crouch in the shadows of the cave, and she tells him her father is a RiverClan cat named Sunripple. Dewpaw's eyes flash with surprise as he realizes she's half RiverClan.

Before they can continue their conversation, Hawkfeather calls Dewpaw and Starpaw, as it's time to go. Dewpaw looks at Starpaw apologetically and suggests they meet at the border tomorrow night to talk about it. Starpaw agrees gratefully, and he promises not to tell anyone. Starpaw is comforted, trusting Dewpaw to keep the secret.

### Mistybreeze's Choice

#### Allegiances

Dewstorm is listed under Allegiances as a medicine cat apprentice of ShadowClan, being mentored by Hawkfeather.

## Quotes

*"Don't mind Hawkfeather. He gets cranky when he's focused. Poppywing is going to be fine."*

-Dewstorm to Rainheart in *"Shadows of Blood"*, prologue

*"Bloomfire, why don't you talk to your brother? If he doesn't get his mind on something else soon and stop pacing, I'm afraid his paws are going to fall off!"*

-Dewstorm to Bloomfire in *"Shadows of Blood"*, prologue

*"You think this is easy for me? There's nothing we can do. She's in the paws of StarClan now, and if she is to join them, Rainheart deserves to see her one last time."*

-Dewstorm to Hawkfeather as Poppywing dies in *"Shadows of Blood"*, prologue

*"Don't be ridiculous! If anything, it's a good sign. This is a miracle."*

-Dewstorm to Hawkfeather about Bloodkit in *"Shadows of Blood"*, prologue

*"My father was kind, brave, and cared for his clan above all. I'm proud to be his son. I know that he is safe and happy in StarClan, and I'll see him again at the moonstone."*

-Dewpaw during Stormstar's vigil in *"Rainheart's Love",* chapter 3

*"We have to remember Stormstar as he was. That's what he would want."*

-Dewpaw to Silverblossom when she tries to leave to find Stormstar's body in *"Rainheart's Love",* chapter 3

*"He's going to make a fine apprentice. And an even better warrior."*

-Dewstorm about Bloodkit during his apprentice ceremony in *"Shadows of Blood"*, chapter 6

*"There's a lot that a medicine cat can do. But we cannot change the path StarClan has laid out for us."*

-Dewstorm to Creampaw when Rosebreeze dies in *"Shadows of Blood"*, chapter 15

*"They smelt like rogues to me. Two of them were covered in mud. I believe they were the same cats who attacked me and Starfaith all those moons ago."*

-Dewstorm about their attackers in *"Shadows of Blood"*, chapter 23

*"You're a fine medicine cat. I know I'm leaving ShadowClan in good paws."*

-Dewstorm to Creamheart in *"Shadows of Blood"*, chapter 23

*"Many seasons ago, me and Starfaith became close friends. We started sneaking away at night to see each other, and... We were in love."*

-Dewstorm to the clans in *"Shadows of Blood"*, chapter 23

*"I'm not a traitor! Me and Starfaith loved each other, but we never would have betrayed our clans! We wanted nothing more than to be the best medicine cats we could! But she might still be alive if I hadn't suggested we stay behind that night at highstones for a while. She sacrificed her life for mine and led Depthstar to me. Gladestar, I owe a great deal to Starfaith, and WindClan. I would be honored to serve as your medicine cat, and train one to take my place."*

-Dewstorm in *"Shadows of Blood"*, chapter 23

*"Don't worry. StarClan will welcome you."*

-Dewpaw to Starpaw in *"Starfaith's Fate"*, chapter 2

*"Well, being a medicine cat isn't exactly like being a clan leader. It's great to be able to share dreams with your kin though. We're lucky, most cats can't."*

-Dewpaw to Starpaw in *"Starfaith's Fate"*, chapter 2

## Character Development and Origins

Slateshadow and Lakesong were originally in the same clan and the parents of Dewstorm and Morningmist. In the planning stages of *Shadows of Blood*, they are still his kin.

## Gallery

Dewstorm designDewstorm and Hawkfeather watch Rainheart grieve for PoppywingDewstorm during the medicine cat attackDewstorm on the cover of Starfaith's FateMaplefur sneaks past Dewstorm and Hawkfeather in the Grow For Me spoof PMVWiki Style Dewstorm (BASE BELONGS TO THE WARRIORS WIKI. I only colored it for fun and take no credit for lineart)