The Journey of CedarClan

Part 1: Settling In

"Cats of all ages, gather around the high-stump for a clan meeting!"

Cats from all over camp dropped what they were doing to gather around the stump, looking up at the leader they so respected.

"Warriors, apprentices, and all others. I have called this meeting to check how everyone is settling in. Oakfoot has the medicine den been set up?"

Oakfoot stepped forward and nodded. "I set up a temporary set up with most of the basic herbs we need. Luckily no one is currently sick or injured."

"Thank Starclan for that." Wisteriastar said.

Crabfeather piped up. "And a area for the warriors and apprentices to rest has been made! We just need to finish the wall so we're protected from the rain."

"Very good." Wisteriastar responded. Not bothered by the interruption. "This is shaping up to be the perfect camp for us. And to celebrate- I'd like to give two new cats their names today. They have trained through the journey and pushed through the tough times. I see no better way to prove yourself ready than that. Crookedpaw, Arcpaw, and Oakfoot step forward. Oakfoot you may join me up on the high stump."

Arcpaw looked up in surprise. Medicine cats didn't typically get a ceremony like this for their full names. And not to mention, she hardly felt ready! She had only been training for about 5 moons. Was she really ready to be a fully trained medicine cat?

She looked up at Oakfoot her eyes narrowing. He had been a great teacher, but she wished he had brought this up first! Despite all her feelings however, she stepped forward with her longtime friend Crookedpaw who's eyes shone with excitement.

"I, Wisteriastar leader of CedarClan call upon my warrior ancestors to look down upon this apprentice. She has trained hard to understand the ways of your noble code and i commend her to you as a warrior in her.
Crookedpaw do you promise to uphold the warrior code and protect and defend your Clan even with the cost of your life? "

"I Do" Crookedpaw says without hesitation.

"Then by the powers of Starclan I give you your warrior name. Crookedpaw, from this moment on you will be known as Crookedbite Starclan honors your agility and hunting skills and we welcome you as a full warrior of CedarClan. " Wisteriastar smiles.

"Crookedbite! Crookedbite!" The clan cheers.

Oakfoot then steps forward.

"Arcpaw, you have trained hard to learn the ways of using herbs to heal. I think it is time you are ready for your new name. Do you promise to heal and care for your clan even when times are tough?"

Arcpaw knew she was expected to say "I do", but she was silent. Oakfoot however was not deterred.

"From today forward, Wisteriastar and I agreed you will be called Arcdawn."

Arcpaw's head reeled. She hadn't even said I do! She wanted to eventually- but not now! She wanted to train more! Her nerves increased as the clan started chanting

"Arcdawn! Arcdawn!"