Description
Alligatorgrin x Ridgeback Plot Kiddo
CLOSED, tryouts end March 9th
And until the end, that's how it'll be
Up for tryouts today is one of the three kittens in the plot litter from Alligatorgrin and Ridgeback 's litter, two ShadowClan warriors who grew up alongside one another as childhood best friends. The typical jock and cheerleader couple... if the jock was a raging barbarian and the cheerleader owned several switch blades, but one could digress. Bubbly, obnoxiously head over heels, and kind the two had a sweetheart romance that blossomed slowly over time. If only it hadn't been complicated by Gates' deep set indoctrination at the paws of his mother and brother, the rebel Pythonsmirk, leading he himself to be part of the rebels that overtook ShadowClan as it was. Still, Rid tried to keep their heart in the game, tried to tell themself they could be their own family own day far from his. Perhaps that was why when he proposed they'd said yes, donning the necklace with such warmth.
Some good things aren't made to last however... in the end it was a simple patrol in which it'd all come undone. The pacifistic outsider Hyzenthlay in an effort to help came across the rebel dominated patrol at the worst of times, Ridgeback taking a blow from Alligatorgrin meant for Hyz to save the other dame's life and mutilating their love in an effort to save the stranger. Hyz, with the heroic sacrifice of Rid's uncle Blackstag, was able to carry them away throwing away her own life to save the young warriors. Discovered by her sister who refused to give up on them Rid was carried back mortally wounded to ThunderClan camp only for the worst to be discovered during a physical assessment... they were pregnant, and there was no doubt they were Alligatorgrin's.
The three kiddos Lichenpaw, Raptorpaw, and Flurrypaw grew up with an untraditional upbringing. Before they were old enough to open their eyes Ridgeback struggled severely with parenthood, their mental health wavering under the sheer stress and trauma of the events endured. Though they will love children immensely it wasn't be uncommon for them to have nervous breakdowns after they were born, that of which will worsened for a week or so seeing as the kits will be born with fever coats from the severe injury and stress of the pregnancy and as those fever coats cleared the haunting resemblance to their father became apparent. It wasn't be until the kits started stumbling about and starting to become cognizant of their surroundings that Ridgeback's intense attachment and love for their children drove them back to their side instead of pawning them off on kit caretakers and they stepped up to the plate as a loving albeit fairly nonverbal parent due to their injuries. All of the kits learned sign language as a result! They were also raised communally by Rid as their primary parent but also their aunt Mousefang and any other family and loved ones instead of a traditional "only the parents raise the kids" type beat. To add to this they were all raised gender neutrally with they / them pronouns and are able to freely choose how they wish to identify as they explore themselves and grow. They've all since become apprentices and begun their journeys into life. Today's tryout is Flurrypaw, formerly Damselflypaw!
Not all is guaranteed well though, will there be consequences for this kits' parentage? Will things truly ever get to be safe?
Like many litters lately, this kiddo will have plot opportunities for future plot points that will remain secret for now, but be aware!
Not everything is simple, and not every story ends when you think...
Rules
- The tryout host (Myself) expect winners to be active with their kits! I reserve the right to reclaim & rehome the kit should anything arise, though I will always attempt to resolve any issues amicably before reaching that point.
- I also expect communication concerning ships, major plots, putting up for injury etc. just so we stay in the loop as family, and because it's common courtesy!
- Going along with the last rule, please do not kill this kit off or put them up for death without explicit permission from me please!
- Flurrypaw's design is set! The designs of Flurrypaw belongs to myself and Gate's roleplayer and due to the ownership circumstances of their parents' designs, we cannot offer winners a purchase agreement/outright give them the designs down the line, though whilst you're RPing the characters at FOW, these designs are yours in all but name. If you leave FOW at any point or drop the character, the designs will remain with us. There is a not impossible chance of co-own down the line however, I will permit co-ownership (basically the design is your's and also mine and also Gate's roleplayer's and any art I get I'll send to you and vice versa, you just can never sell/trade/etc. anything, you have to keep it as a permahome that stays with you, and all I ask is you let me know when you're gonna use them in another RP group but I'll never say no, just wanna know where I can't use the design lmao). This option will become available down the line to an active, dedicated rper.
- This kiddo was born to a very strong support system and in a very close-knit family, though spats can happen please always ask the family first and it's preferred they make up in the end as this is meant to be a very strong family unit! Their parents were excellent combatants and deeply loyal to what they believed it good, it's more than reasonable if the kiddo reflects that!
- The art of the kiddo at the three life stages (Kit/Apprentice/Warrior) can be used by winners (linked below), though ownership of the art belongs to myself and Gate's roleplayer you may save and use it freely (please ask before making a toyhouse but I'll almost assuredly say yes). This must be respected! Please do not use them outside of FOW, which you shouldn't be doing anyways per the design rule!
- The name Flurrypaw is now optional for this kiddo! You may suggest alternatives, Bonus if you include as list to choose from. The design however is set and not negotiable.
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Tryout Information
- The kiddo up for adoption is Flurrypaw! Below you'll be able to find rough outlines of the headcanons I had for them but please feel free to put your own creative spin on things!
- Flurrypaw (AMAB) is a rambunctious little thing, taking after both of their parents in unmatched energy and charm. There's no time of the day they aren't looking for something to get into, or learn about. They're the most reckless of the three, often jumping head first into situations, or taking charge on an indecision. Taking after Alligatorgrin, they have a tendency for jealousy, trying to outdo the competition and prove they're the best.
- This kiddo was born into a somewhat small family; On Ridgeback 's side, they have an aunt Mousefang and grandparents in the form of ShadowClan's former deputy Timberwolf and his lifelong love Lynxshade . By extension this makes them related to Stonestar and their younger sibling Whiteswan , due to Stonestar being the child of Timberwolf's littermate sister Lynxtuft (NPC), though this side of the family as it stands isn't particularly close. On Alligatorgrin 's side they have a single uncle Pythonsmirk , that of whom is a rebel as well and died in the rebellion along Alligatorgrin himself. Their siblings Lichenpaw and Raptorpaw can be viewed and read through here!
- For Limited Traits; anything goes, though I will be picky about disabled traits on any kit but Lichenpaw who is meant to struggle the most developmentally as a proxy of their parent's severe injuries and stress during pregnancy.
- This kiddo was born September 6th 2023! Tryouts end March 2nd! Kit art can be viewed here and adult art can be viewed here for the curious!
Please fill out the following application form and reply to the applicable comment Flurrypaw!
DA & Discord Username: Please include both!
Are you a current FOW member? If so, what's your activity like?: If you are a FOW member, please be honest; we want these kits to go to active players!
Chosen Name: Remember the naming rules!
Chosen Gender: Bear in mind these kits are set AMAB, but can develop into any gender identity or just remain cisgender!
Kit Personality: 3 positive, 3 neutral and 3 negative traits minimum! These kits do not have set personalities, though feel free to browse their family for inspiration!
Relationships: Parents (Gates and Ridge), littermates (Lichenpaw & Raptorpaw), aunt (Mousefang) are required, the rest of the family is optional but encouraged!
Headcanons & Long-Term Plans: This is more a free-for-all to detail any other ideas or plans you might have for your kit!
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Please note this tryout is open to both members and non-members of FOW!
We encourage everyone to submit a tryout if they are interested!
The kittens' designs were made by @/kazikreatures and @/fernyfeline respectively, with sketches provided by Kazi and finished by Razz. The tryout winners will be able to use the full-bodies as their application art!
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