❝Well I'd like to see you do better!❞
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[size=16pt]THE BASICS[/size]
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Past Names;; Blackkit.
Gender;; Tomcat.
Age;; 9 Moons, (¾ Years.)
Alliance;; The Forsaken, (Forsaken Clan.)
Rank;; Novice.
Wanted Rank;; Affiliate.[/fancypost]
[size=16pt]DIGGING DEEPER[/size]
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Written Description;; Blackpaw stands at an average height, and his pelt is a pitch black colour. His fur is short, to which helps with the humidity of the jungle, but it is also surprisingly feather-soft; this is because he has a tendency to groom his pelt out thoroughly, though while he doesn't mind it being dirty - he strongly prefers his fur to be clean. His head is a tad round, while his ears are slightly larger than normal - in fact his strongest sense his is hearing, whilst his weakest is his sense of smell. His nose his black; matching his fur, and his whiskers are at a slightly longer than normal length. His eyes are round, but aren't that large; they are a soft grey-blue colour, to which might remind someone the colour of a storm cloud or even grey skies. Blackpaw's hind legs are strong and well built, this gives him an edge when it comes to things such as pouncing and running. His hind legs allow him to leap far distances, and to run fast due to the fact that his legs allow him to run in longer bounds. His body is built a bit more compact, meaning that rather being full of muscle and broad shouldered, he appears more slender and well built; but it contains enough muscle to which gives his more average appearance a punch - especially when it comes to running.
Short Description;; Black tomcat with blue-grey eyes.
Personality;; To sum up Blackpaw, he is as bitter as black coffee, but as soft as a marshmallow. To start, the first thing you'll notice about Blackpaw is how sharp-tongued he can be. It won't be uncommon when you hear him give off a provocative comment or an insult - though interestingly, he does not out of spite, but usually in the heat of the moment. He can have a bit of a temper, especially when you consider the fact that he's defensive. He dislikes being criticized and embarrassed, because of this, he is very quick to defend himself, even if its over something minor - he'll always come up with an excuse or change the subject by making a comment back: "Well I'd like to see you do better!" Is quite a common phrase said by him. This makes others have a tendency to stay out of his way, as his first impressions can be that of a thorn bush. But really, once you get to know Blackpaw, he isn't half bad. He's quite the dependable cat actually, both in his work, training, and even in his relationships. In his training, he works hard, and while he may give his mentor a hard time - he really just wants to do his best. As explained, he doesn't react well to criticism, and thus Blackpaw has a tendency to snap in his defence, so training him can be a pain at times, but really it is quite the motivator for him to do better. In his relationships, if he says he will do something, he will do it. He hates making promises he can't keep, and thus doesn't make them if he can't. And if he's told a secret, even by just a regular clan mate and not a friend; you can bet he'll keep it. He is also quite blunt, he doesn't beat around the bush - he tells things how they are. He can be a bit tactless when it comes to telling others things like bad news or even criticism. Going deeper, Blackpaw is very loyal - especially to his loved ones. He has a tendency to be protective, maybe even to the point where its overbearing. But what is most interesting, is that he hates seeing his friends upset or down, even to the point to where he would actually do something embarrassing just to cheer them up. Though it is noted that Blackpaw gets jealous, and not just in love, but in general too. For example if he sees his friends going hunting all together without him, even if its just once, he gets jealous and his mood drops down immediately - even if he knows himself if its for a dumb reason; he just can't help it. But likely, Blackpaw isn't afraid to admit that he was wrong, in fact that is what may surprise others who do not know him that well the most. Is that after possibly insulting them or snapping at them, later on he will go up to them and apologize. And finally, at his core, Blackpaw is insecure. He is insecure about himself, those around him, his abilities, and his future. He constantly worries that what if it isn't enough. What if one day while going into battle, that the skills he has learned is useless against a foe, or if he forgets it all in the heat of battle? What if his friends are just lying and don't like him at all? It's these questions that play like a twisted melody over and over in his head. It's his insecurity that makes his tongue sharp, and it is the reason as to why he is so defensive; as to why he cannot stand criticism and embarrassment.
History;; Born as the only kit in his parent's first litter, both of his parents were ecstatic either way to have a kit. Blackkit was actually quite the curious kit, he explored camp to its fullest; there wasn't a nook or cranny he hadn't explored. Though despite his curiosity, he was a bit of a mommas boy, and he never left camp; though that also might have to due with the fact that while he was still quite young, a couple of apprentices scared him when telling him about all of the dangerous predators that could be outside of the camp; to which it took three days for his parents to coax him out of the nursery. Upon being made an apprentice, Blackpaw was so happy, and after a couple of days, his parents decided to take him out on a hunt. They were out quite a bit, and went as far even to the edge of the territory. They hunted together as a group, that is until suddenly they all felt unsafe. At first it was passed off as them just getting tired, but then the feeling grew. And just as they decided to gather their prey and turn back, suddenly Russetfoot and Nightfall froze: a odd smell caught their attention. Blackpaw at the time didn't recognize the scent, but today he would never miss it. Suddenly Blackpaw was quickly solved into the shelter of a double green fountain bushes. "Stay there and don't come out." His father had told him, and almost at once a large creature leapt out into the clearing. From under the bushes, he couldn't see much, but he could defiantly hear and smell the scent of the animal. The creature was quick to snap Russetfoot into its jaws, snapping her spine and killing her instantaneously. As Nightfall leapt at the animal in a howl of grief, it dropped her and grabbed him - sinking its teeth into his haunches. Blackpaw had leaned forward in time just to see the creature drag off his father, to which his screams of grief had turned into fear and disappeared. Blackpaw didn't know how long he had stayed there, but it wasn't that long as shortly a patrol had showed up, as they had heard the commotion. They actually had to coax him out of the bushes. Blackpaw didn't say much; all that he could is to ask the name of the creature that had done this. "It was a leopard, there is no mistaking its scent." One of the cats in the patrol had told him. His mother's body was buried, but his father's was never found. Three moons later, Blackpaw still remembers the event clear as day, but now his grief has faded, but meanwhile his newfound fear has not - since that day he has kept a tremendous fear and hatred of leopards, and he even dislikes tigers just because its another big cat - and thus could do the same amount of damage. Blackpaw hates being reminded of the event, and on bad nights - he'll still have nightmares about the event, but on tamer nights - he'll just have lesser nightmares about being chased by something through the jungle.
Kin;; Russetfoot, (mother - deceased). Nightfall, (father - missing / presumed dead).
Likes;; - Running.
- The night and stargazing.
- Logical plans.
- Being challenged to do something, (and winning).
- Trying new things, (sometimes).
- Staying well within the territory.
- Being genuinely praised for doing something right.
- Keeping his fur clean.
- Dreamless nights.
- Successfully making his friends happy.
Dislikes;; - Being made fun of.
- Being criticized or embarrassed.
- Overly optimistic cats.
- Losing.
- Mud.
- Wet weather.
- Disloyalty.
- Being manipulated.
- Leopards - even the mention of them.
- Tigers.
Strengths;; He has strong hind legs, which gives an edge to his leaping/pouncing abilities, and to his running.
Weakness;; He cannot stand being embarrassed or criticized, (he's defensive). He's also quite insecure, (he tries to keep this to himself). He also has a huge fear of leopards, (see history to see as to why.)[/fancypost]
[size=16pt]LOVE LIFE[/size]
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Sexuality;; Homosexual Polyamory, (he dislikes talking about it, but he won't deny it.)
Crush;; He has an interest in Ficklepaw, one to which he keeps to himself.
Spouse;; n/a.
Offspring n/a.[/fancypost]
[font=georgia][size=16pt]Miscellaneous[/size]
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Plot Ideas;; [color=#9BC3DB]Currently brainstorming - I'll post any of to the plot ideas I have to the plotting thread.
Other;; [color=#9BC3DB]Corn snakes! Also may I be the one who chooses what Blackpaw's warrior/affiliate name will be? I'd like it to be either Blackcloud or Blackthistle.[/fancypost]
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