| "Why can't all the cats just be friends? Just because we live in different places doesn't mean we have to fight." |
| — Alder protesting to Clear Sky about ambushing Birch in The First Battle, page 46 |
Alder is a lithe,[5] splotchy[7] gray, brown, and white she-cat[8] with short, fluffy fur.[9]
Alder served as an ancient SkyClan warrior under Skystar's leadership in the forest territories. She was born alongside her brother Birch to Misty, but tragically, their mother was killed by Clear Sky. He decided to bring the kits to his camp, where they were adopted and raised by Petal. Alder fell ill with a mysterious sickness but was swiftly healed by the Blazing Star, albeit losing Petal in the process. Despite the loss, she persevered, continuing to assist with camp duties, serving as a prime example of a loyal non-Clanborn cat.
History[]
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Dawn of the Clans[]
- Alder and her brother Birch are Misty's kits. Their mother meets her demise at the claws of Clear Sky after refusing to leave the territory. Despite Clear Sky's initial contemplation of killing them, Petal steps in to adopt the kits instead. As they mature, Clear Sky commences their training, though Alder can't comprehend why the camp cats can't just coexist peacefully instead of resorting to conflict.
- When prey becomes scarce and an enigmatic illness afflicts several cats, Alder falls victim to the disease. She and her family are isolated from the others when One Eye usurps control of Clear Sky's camp. Unlike Petal, Alder and her brother survive the ordeal thanks to the Blazing Star. They continue to mature and contribute to camp responsibilities, even taking on the task of training newcomers like Clover, Thistle, and Milkweed.
- Following Star Flower's abduction by Slash, Alder volunteers to go with Clear Sky to request assistance from other leaders, recalling his act of kindness in taking them in after Misty's death. During a Gathering addressing the recent influx of rogues joining various camps, Clear Sky singles out Alder as one of his own, highlighting her loyalty on par with any born within the camp.
Super Editions[]
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- In Moth Flight's Vision, she exhibits open hostility towards Moth Flight and Spotted Fur when they venture into SkyClan territory to obtain bark for healing Slate. She stands guard over them while they're imprisoned in the SkyClan camp, and participates in the battle between SkyClan and WindClan.
Character pixels[]
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Kin[]
Members[]
Mother:
Brother:
Adopted mother:
Trees[]
Genetic[]
= Tom
= She-cat
= Gender unknown
Adopted[]
= Tom
= She-cat
= Gender unknown
Appearances[]
- Riverstar's Home
- Thunder Rising (First appearance)
- The First Battle
- The Blazing Star
- A Forest Divided
- Path of Stars
- Moth Flight's Vision
- Thunderstar's Echo (Allegiance only)
- Shadowstar's Life (Allegiance only)
Trivia[]
Author statements[]
- Kate revealed on her blog that it has never been decided who might be Alder and Birch's father, but she thinks it might be one of Slash's rogues.[blog 1]
Mistakes[]
- Alder was originally described as a gray-and-white she-cat just like her mother.[2]
- Despite appearing in the book, Alder is excluded from the allegiances of Thunder Rising.[11]
Quotes[]
- Clear Sky: "But Misty was the cat who didn't help you and Fox when you were kits."
- Petal: "And now Misty is dead. These kits haven't done any harm. I'll take care of them, because I know what it's like to be a helpless kit with no cat to give them food or warmth or teach them how to live."
- Thunder Rising, pages 263-264
- Petal: "No, little one. This is what you need to eat now that you're getting bigger."
- Alder: "Big kit now!"
- Thunder Rising, page 289
- «She's brave. He couldn't help feeling a prick of admiration for the kit. It took courage to argue with her leader. But she had a lot of growing up to do.»
- —Clear Sky's thoughts on Alder The First Battle, chapter 5
- "No one is allowed to help SkyClan, but SkyClan must help you?"
- ―Alder to Moth Flight Moth Flight's Vision, chapter 29
- "You'll come back to camp with us. And don't try to run. Clear Sky will only send a bigger patrol to fetch you. He'll want to know what you're doing on our land."
- ―Alder to Moth Flight Moth Flight's Vision, chapter 29
External links[]
- Honoring the Mother Cats on the Warriors official website (backup link) (Mentioned only)
- Stand Together or Fall Divided on the Warriors official website (backup link) (Indirect mention only)
Notes and references[]
- ↑ Revealed in Path of Stars, pages 305-306
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 2.3 Revealed in Thunder Rising, page 262
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Revealed in Thunder Rising, page 289
- ↑ Revealed in The First Battle, page 47
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 Revealed in A Forest Divided, page 8
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 Revealed in Thunderstar's Echo, allegiances
- ↑ Revealed in A Forest Divided, page 10
- ↑ Revealed in Moth Flight's Vision, allegiances
- ↑ Revealed in The First Battle, page 68
- ↑ Revealed in A Forest Divided, page 7
- ↑ Revealed in Thunder Rising, allegiances
Author references
 Ancient SkyClan cats
| |
|---|---|
| Leader | Sparrowstar |
| Deputy | N/A |
| Medicine cat | Acorn Fur |
| Warriors (Hunters) | Dew Petal • Flower Foot • Thorn • Nettle • Birch • Alder • Blossom • Red Claw • Honey Pelt |
| Queen | Star Flower |