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Hey, ur blog is cool! About AU-asks, how was Rowanstar before being leader? How is his relationship with his family? Parents, brother and his mate Tawnypelt? (is he trans in ur au?? It's okay if not, just asking!)

Rowanstar isn’t trans in my rewrite, though I support the headcanon full heartedly. I just never saw it while writing, meanwhile others like Redtail and Ivypool clicked for me. But a couple things about Rowanclaw/star…

He’s the son of Scorchwind and Darkflower. Darkflower was a kittypet brought to the clan by Scorchwind. This is meant to be an echo to Scorchwind and Raggedstar’s family situation.

Rowankit and Cedarkit are very close growing up after the death of their sister Lavenderkit. She dies of Carrionplace disease from the infected rat.

Rowanpaw is apprenticed to the former rogue, Jaggedtooth. His mentor is tough on him but ShadowClan is in a rougher culture so Rowanpaw thinks this is normal for a while.

BloodClan battle happens and Rowanpaw is crushed when Jaggedtooth leaves for BloodClan. He has a stigma against cats from outside ShadowClan after that, and even has a falling out with his mother for her kittypet roots.

This is also the main source of his dislike for Tawnypelt at first.

In terms of personality, Rowanclaw has always been consistently overly serious. He was a big rule follower who was competitive, especially with Tawnypelt. As he matures he becomes more patient but struggles socially as he cares a bit too much about how others think of him. He wants to please everyone, which Tawnypelt has to remind him is impossible.

Now for relationships

Scorchwind is the sort of stereotypical, serious, disciplinary father. He loves his children but could be seen as intimidating and harsh, especially when Rowanstar and Cedarheart were younger. Rowanclaw was never especially close with his father, but they had mutual respect, and Scorchwind never neglected him in a way that would make Rowanclaw think he wasn’t loved. Scorchwind wasn’t the most affectionate, but he would slip in a “Good catch” or “I’m proud of you” here and there.

Darkflower is the opposite of her mate. She’s a loving mother who was gentle and kind. Cedarheart took after her more than Rowanclaw, but that didn’t mean he didn’t love and appreciate her. She was always there to give advice and remind her sons that every cat is different and no story is the same. Rowanclaw had a brief falling out with her when his dislike for outsiders began to flourish and one of his outbursts got personal. She was hurt, but eventually came and reminded him what she taught him and how most of ShadowClan had outsider blood. That didn’t mean their loyalties should be doubted. It’s her advice that helps him to recognize his complicated feelings for Tawnypelt.

Cedarheart and Rowanstar are very close. Rowanstar was the serious and no-nonsense brother while Cedarheart was loudmouthed and troublesome. They were similar to that of Leafpool and Squirrelflight in that they were very close despite being total opposites. While his injury and moving to the elder’s den may have slowed him down, Cedarheart still carries his pride and humor. It’s a running joke that Dawnpaw took after Cedarheart, and the two of them are close. Cedarheart and Rowanstar are still close even as they are older and have growing families.

Tawnypelt and Rowanstar had a rough relationship at first. Rowanclaw treated her poorly for being ThunderClan and continued to when she returned from the Great Journey. Despite this, Rowanclaw began to develop a strange admiration for Tawnypelt. He noticed things he hadn’t before like her rippling muscles, her sense her humor, and her fiery spirit. It was frustrating for him, and Cedarheart and Darkflower had to spell it out for him. At first he didn’t want to admit it, but his apprentice, Talonpaw, created situations that forced them to be around each other more. It’s cute at first, but it wasn’t until after his apprentice Talonpaw was killed that he admitted his feelings and they became mates.

In terms of relationship, they have very good communication. Rowanstar can talk about anything with her and she will listen and give advice if he wants it. They truly see each other as equals and any problems are usually swiftly solved with a brief talk. It’s rare that they fight or get really fired up, as they typically see eye to eye. They always have each other’s back and are loyal to each other.

Tigerpaw and Rowanstar are close. Rowanstar wanted to be a more active father in his children’s lives so he made an effort to individually bond with each of them. Tigerpaw was the easiest to talk to as they are similar. Tigerpaw is the good golden son that doesn’t cause trouble so they have a stable and positive relationship.

Dawnpaw is the opposite. She doesn’t dislike her father, but her rebellious and sassy attitude can often undermine her father. Tawnypelt is the discipline of the family so Rowanstar is often unsure of what to do with her. He scolds her but her snark fires back that he’s left stunned. They talk and can get along, but as her attitude grows, it becomes increasingly harder for him to be patient with her. He worries about her the most, often whispering to Tawnypelt about them raising a delinquent.

Flamepaw is in the middle. Rowanstar and he get along and they talk, but they don’t share common interests. Rowanstar’s go to idea is hunting as a form of bonding, but Flamepaw isn’t the best with this and ends up being an outcast of sorts. Rowanstar remedies this by asking how training is going and showing interest in his son’s duties. It can come off as a bit disingenuine with how overly enthusiastic he tries to be, but Flamepaw appreciates his father trying.

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