#mod grumpy

Erminepaw had always been a bundle of energy and joy, despite his grouchy mentor, Emberstorm. He simply has a natural talent for appearing charming, seeing as he had endeared himself to his mentor, Spiderstar, and many other cats besides - such as the sweet Cherrycloud.

However, he was also a cocky apprentice, which was ultimately his downfall. One leaf-fall, a wolverine was scented within Spruceclan territory, and the clan was ordered to stay in camp until Spiderstar deemed it safe. The impatient young tom snuck out anyway to hunt, only to be caught by a fox that must’ve been trailing the larger predator, being thoroughly scarred. Fortunately, his brother Palewhisker had followed Erminepaw’s scent - but was gravely injured fighting the fox off alone. Palewhisker managed to get him back to camp, but ultimately died of his wounds, leaving Erminepaw disfigured and guilt-ridden.

Compared to his sister, Sandpelt has a far more melancholy, sardonic view of their situation. His sister’s bullying does little to build up his confidence, though she occasionally feels the sting of his retorts just like everyone else in the clan. His only real friend is the tiny Crowpaw. Alone, they are oddities. Together, they are... still oddities, but their combined intelligence is deceptively dangerous.

Back when she was named Greyfeather, Greystar was exceptional among her clan for her workaholic nature. Naturally clever, compassionate, and eager to help the clan, after the unfortunate death of the previous deputy, the leader thought she would be a natural choice. And at first, that seemed entirely right. However, no-one seemed to notice that Greyfeather was floundering under the newfound responsibilities. She didn’t have time to adjust or back out, as the leader was already on their final life, dying to greencough as the old cat could no longer fight it off - leaving her quite suddenly the new leader.