Introduction Mentor: Orioncharm Clan: WindClan Training Focus: Desert survival, combat, hunting, and leadership Moon 6 Focus: Introduction to WindClan’s territory and basic survival Lessons: Learn the camp layout, den locations, and territory boundaries. Introduction to meadow hunting, including mice, hares, and lizards. Identify key landmarks: the sundial, the abandoned barn, and major rivers. Basic navigation using stars and surrounding features. Drills: Silent stalking in tall grass. Sprinting drills across open meadows and up small hills. Tracking exercises: learning to spot prey prints and disturbed grasses. Skills Gained: Territory knowledge and orientation. Basic hunting techniques. Endurance and speed for open terrain. Moon 7 Focus: Improving hunting skill and introducing combat fundamentals Lessons: Advanced prey-catching in the fields and near rocky hills. WindClan-specific fighting style: speed and evasion. Stealth practice in both day and dusk settings. Drills: Night hunting near the herb fields and riverbanks. Partnered combat drills focused on dodging and quick strikes. “Ghost in the Grass” game to practice moving unseen. Skills Gained: Precision hunting. Basic combat reflexes. Stealth and movement control. Moon 8 Focus: Advanced combat and exploration of the tunnel system Lessons: Fighting against larger opponents using terrain—rocks, dips, grass. Tunnel combat and how to use darkness and space to your advantage. Introduction to Tunnellers Restplace and discussion of tunnel strategies. Drills: Combat exercises inside tunnels and dip-shaped caves. Sparring using terrain tricks: rolling from dips, flanking around rocks. Shadow duels: sneak attacks to practice reactions in low-light settings. Skills Gained: Advanced defensive combat. Tunnel awareness and movement. Adaptability across different terrain. Moon 9 Focus: Leadership, territory strategy, and advanced fighting Lessons: Lead patrols and choose efficient routes across meadows and hills. Learn to handle multi-opponent battles. Analyze terrain—when to fight, flee, or guide enemies into traps. Drills: Patrol leadership exercises, including choosing roles. Group combat drills near the Edge of the Forest and barn. Mock scenario challenges to test judgement and reaction. Skills Gained: Patrol leadership and strategy. Team coordination in combat. Situational awareness and fast decision-making. Moon 10 Focus: Mentoring skills and deepening understanding of the warrior role Lessons: The Warrior Code and real-life ethical dilemmas. What makes a good mentor—and how to pass on knowledge. Reflection on Clan values and how to represent them. Drills: Teach basic skills to younger or mock apprentices. Scenario roleplays: responding to territory breaches, injury, or moral challenges. Independent patrol with guidance only upon request. Skills Gained: Mentoring ability and communication. Ethical awareness. Confidence in self-direction. Moon 11 Focus: Final evaluation of all warrior skills Lessons: Review of survival, hunting, combat, and leadership knowledge. Understanding readiness for warriorhood and reflecting on growth. Handling unpredictable or high-stress situations solo. Drills: Warrior evaluation covering hunting, combat, and tunnel navigation. Independent patrol with full responsibility. Decision-making test under simulated crisis conditions. Skills Gained: Mastery of all required warrior abilities. Composure under pressure. Independence and leadership readiness. Moon 12 Focus: Final preparations for warrior status Lessons: Warrior duties, goals, and the responsibility of protection. Reflection with mentor: strengths, weaknesses, future hopes. The importance of community, legacy, and pride in WindClan. Drills: Lead a final patrol to demonstrate full competence. Quiz and walkthrough of WindClan landmarks and protocol. One-on-one discussion with the leader in preparation for the ceremony. Skills Gained: Readiness for full warriorhood. Strong identity as a WindClan cat. Confidence, loyalty, and a grounded sense of purpose. — Warrior Ceremony — Upon completing this guide and passing final evaluations, the apprentice will be honored in a ceremony and earn their full warrior name—taking their place among WindClan’s defenders and trailblazers.
Orion will try his hardest not to care for his apprentice it's up to them how much they want to stick in his heart haha This could be done oorp if you wish or certain bits could be rped!
