Witheredflame

Smore's parents lived with a couple of twolegs that were very wealthy.  Because they were financially stable, they were able to dive into some of their hobbies that were otherwise counter productive.  One of their hobbies were allowing Smore's parents to have relations and produce kits that they could sell to other twolegs.  It was hard the first few times for them to allow their kits to be taken, but after a few times it became easier to accept.  

Smore was part of a litter of six kits that came after many previous litters.  His parents were going through the parenting motions, for it was hard to get invested with kits that will be taken away shortly after.  Smore thrived in his large family and felt comfort when surrounded by them.  Being one out of six had its quirks though and Smore soon learned that if he wanted to be heard, he had to be the loudest and most demanding kit compared to the rest.  This lesson could also be applied to the twolegs that cared for his family.  He found that if he meowed loudly at them every so often, they would give extra treats and attention.  Because of this, Smore became a plump little kit who was well fed and had a spoiled attitude.

The time came when him and his siblings were posted online for new potential twoleg homes.  Smore was soon sold to someone and after some time they arrived to pick him up.  Smore found himself in a cat carrier inside a car, none of which he was ever familiar with so he was very nervous.  He tried meowing to see if that would change anything, but after some time of that it became apparent that nothing was going to change.  After becoming silent, he soon fell asleep and allowed time to pass.  

After an hour, Smore was abruptly woken up by a loud crashing sound and his whole world shook.  The twoleg driving got into a car accident that caused the vehicle to roll into the ditch onto its side.  The jostling was enough to pop open Smore's carrier, if it wasn't for the soft blankets inside the carrier, Smore could have been severely injured.  He was only left with mild bruising in some spots.  He was wildly afraid at this point and ran to what he hoped was the nearest exit of the vehicle.  Since the car was on it's side, the windows were about ground level for the little kit. Smore was able to find a shattered window to exit through, then ran away from the crash sight, meowing for his family that he couldn't comprehend were miles away at this point.

Discovering Smore:  After running for as long as his little body allowed, Smore discovered a bush to crawl under.  He was now lost and exhausted with no idea how to fend for himself.  He had fully relied on others to take care of him up to this point.  All the little kit could do was cry out in despair, hoping his family might hear him and come to his rescue.  That's probably what saved his life, even if it wasn't his family that found him.  An adult cat by the name of Springcloud later found him mewling in distress and took pity on him.  The large tom used a reassuring tone to try and calm Smore down who was visibly distressed.  Eventually he was able to get Smore to approach him close enough so he could grab his scruff and carry him out of the cold Leaf-bare weather.  If it wasn't for Springcloud, Smore probably would have frozen to death

He was taken back to Springcloud's home, which he found out was called a 'clan' where many other cats lived together.  Because of his mild bruising and distressed state, he was briefly cared for by the Sage until it was determined that he was physically fine and could move into the Nursery with the other kits.  Before that happened, Smore was given the name Witheredkit by the Leader Applestar and he was handed over to the Kitwatchers to be cared for and learn the basics of Clan life, and the rules that come with it.  

Witheredkit adapted quickly once he was surrounded by other kits.  It was a familiar feeling being one of many.  The rules of this life were completely different than what he was used to.  He found that food wasn't readily available as much as he wanted and his loud attention seeking that took the form of whining was considered very rude.  It might take time before Witheredkit learns a thing or two about respect, but he was in a good place to find out.

Springcloud's Passing: During the start of Witheredkit's arrival, Springcloud would check in on him every so often to make sure he was adapting to his new home.  Since Witheredkit arrived with bruises, Springcloud was willing to monitor him to make sure he was healing well enough.  Witheredkit was intimidated by the larger tom and still showed shy behavior to Springcloud.  It didn't take much effort though before Witheredkit grew to like Springcloud and would partake in little games with him.  It was only a moon later that it was discovered that Springcloud had taken a toll from the drought that persisted for moons prior and couldn't go on much longer.  One day Applestar announced that Springcloud had passed away along with others from the persistent drought.  Witheredkit hadn't experienced death up until this point so he wasn't too sure what that meant just yet.  Someone was careful to explain to him that 'passed away' means that Witheredkit wouldn't be able to see Springcloud anymore.  This was devastating news to the young kit, for Springcloud was his first friend and only one he felt he could fully trust!  He could have almost been a replacement for Witheredkit's father.  The little kit fled in tears to the Nursery, beginning the process of learning to cope with the loss of a friend.  He hoped to never forget Springcloud even if he couldn't see him.  

The Beginning of Many Friendships:  Though he lost the friendship of Springcloud, Witheredkit has come to know several of his den mates, a few of them known as Ghostkit, Darkkit, Sunflowerkit, Whitekit,  and the litter of four that was populated by Drizzlekit, Dewkit, Magnoliakit, and Mahoniakit.  Their mother, Lobelia, doesn't care for Witheredkit too much, but has eventually learned to ignore him.  He had instigated a game of hide and seek where her kits were encouraged to leave the safety of the Nursery against her wishes.  This caused a brief moment of chaos in the camp clearing but her rage was eventually appeased with some flowers that Witheredkit reluctantly took part in along side Ghostkit and Darkkit.  Other than that, the four kits and Witheredkit got along pretty well.  He seems to have created a small rivalry with Magnoliakit in particular though, believing that she was trying to deceive him for some kind of amusement.  Well Witheredkit wasn't going to have that and refuses to believe she is related to the all mighty Leader Applestar.

Appreciating the Little Things: The moons that went by were some that will stick with Witheredkit forever as cherished memories.  The many games he's gotten to play during his kithood and the many friends he's come to know.  He is very grateful for one den mate in particular, Ghostkit.  Ghostkit was well liked by nearly all the kits and he was good at including all his den mates in fun games.  He was probably the most social and friendly kit in the whole clan!  Witheredkit enjoys the creative mind of Ghostkit and he appreciated him for understanding his dislike of rain and mud.  Witheredkit considers Ghostkit as one of his best friends, even if they haven't gotten the chance to mingle one on one.  He's certain though that there's nothing in their way to being best buds!

Coping with Change to Come:  It was easy to forget the passing of time when you're having so much fun!  There was gossip passing around regarding one of Witheredkit's den mates, Sunflowerkit.  The word was spreading that she was going to become an apprentice soon!  Witheredkit didn't really consider what that meant up until it was actually happening to one of his den mates.  It was alien to him and he couldn't help but want to learn more about becoming an apprentice.  Witheredkit was sneaking a peak into the den where the apprentices sleep, trying to learn more about this title.  Sunflowerkit was nearby and ended up joining him in his exploration.  The two of them eventually made their way inside and began to imagine themselves one day adding their nests to the collection.  This was also a time for Witheredkit to learn that he didn't like spiders too much, and Sunflowerkit DID?  A mystery for sure.

Awaiting the Future: Overall Witheredkit couldn't have asked for a better outcome for his life and he is eagerly looking forward to what is in store for him next as an Apprentice of Roseclan!  He isn't particularly excited about having more responsibility and would much rather stay in camp and play games, as he's always done, but soon he'll need to understand that life doesn't work that way sometimes.  The Clan will need him to be strong for what's to come, even if he doesn't know how to be.  At least he's got plenty of friends that will be there with him along the way.

To be announced