Goosesong

A muscular, longhaired silver mackerel tabby tom with aqua eyes

Goosesong is a large, long-furred silver tabby tom with dull aqua eyes that carry a hint of intensity. He bares fluffy grey tufts of fur on his ear. His muscular build makes him well suited for colder weather, it’s glossy and sleek texture allow him to swim and fish with ease. Despite his serious demeanor, and large, muscular stature, there’s a quiet kindness in his eyes that few get to see. His striped fur often glistens in the sunlight. Goosesong’s movements are deliberate and measured, reflecting his disciplined nature.

Goosesong is a stoic tom with a blunt and strict demeanor, always speaking his mind without sugarcoating his words. He holds himself to high standards, ensuring discipline and order in every aspect of his life. Despite his toughened exterior, Goosesong has a surprisingly soft side, often showing quiet acts of kindness and care towards those he trusts. His unwavering loyalty drives him to protect and support his loved ones, even if it means setting aside his stern nature.

• Born in the Moon of First Fishing (2018) 108
• Made an Apprentice as Goosepaw in RiverClan during the Moon of First White (2018) 114
• Named a Warrior as Goosesong in RiverClan during the Moon of First Fishing (2019) 120

Kithood:

As a kit, Goosekit was always the quiet observer, preferring to watch his sister play from a distance rather than join in. His father, a stoic and disciplined warrior named Stoneclaw, often emphasized the importance of strength and resilience. Goosekit admired his father’s unwavering dedication to RiverClan, and this admiration quickly turned into determination to live up to high standards set by his father. His mother, Willowfall, was a gentle soul who nurtured his softer side, balancing his upbringing with kindness and love.

Apprenticeship:

When Goosekit became Goosepaw, he was apprenticed to a stern mentor, who had a reputation for being exceptionally tough on their apprentices. His mentor’s rigorous training regimen and high expectations pushed Goosepaw to his limits, both physically and mentally. Although he struggled at first, he gradually developed a sense of discipline and resilience that mirrored his mentor’s own demeanor. His mentor’s harsh methods taught him to control his emotions and focus on his duties, instilling in him the stoic nature he harbors to this day.

During his apprenticeship, Goosepaw bare witness to the loss of his sister, Reedpaw in a tragic accident while fishing in which resulted in her drowning. This event had a profound impact on him, further solidifying his resolve for being strong and unwavering in the face of adversity. He channeled his grief into his training, pushing himself even harder to honor Reedpaw’s memory. His period of intense hardship and growth was pivotal in shaping Goosepaw into the warrior he would become.

Warriorhood:

As a newly named warrior, Goosesong continued to uphold the strict discipline he learned during his apprenticeship, with the ability to remain calm under serious pressure and remained having his undying dedication to his clan. His stoic nature made him rather quiet around his Clanmates, often not speaking unless it was truly necessary in any situation. Despite his stern exterior, Goosesong never forgot the lessons of kindness and empathy taught by his mother, quietly showing acts of care to those in need.

As RiverClan and all the clans faced harsh leaf-bares, with prey scarce and tensions high, Goosesong’s stoicism was further put to the test. He took it upon himself to volunteer for hunting patrols to ensure that all the clan was fed and cared for. His calm and careful thinking would have helped the clan navigate the difficult season in his head, though it was a job so all warriors to help out the clan during difficult times, so he wasn’t exactly proud for simply volunteering.

As time went on, Goosesong had done nothing but be loyal and unwaveringly dedicated to the clan, thinking carefully before jumping to a conclusion when it was in a dire situation, but would always let Boldstar and his deputy make the final decision whenever something involving the clan was to be done. Despite his heavy responsibilities, he remained steadfast and unflinching, always putting the needs of his Clan above his own. His journey from a quiet kit to a stern and stoic warrior was marked by personal loss, rigorous training and the gradual opening of his heart to those he cared for, making him a rather well-rounded warrior he is today.

• A Chat Long Awaited (4LR'20)
• A Song By The Bay (16LN'20)
• In dappled moonlight comes the call (14TL'20)
• Ray of Amber (8LR'20)
• Urtica dioica in the dawn light (22TL'20)

– Sister –

• Reedpaw

Scent – River water and fresh moss

• Voice Claim: Hans Gruber – Die Hard