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"Fight loyally, and with courage. That is all your Clan asks of you." |
— Ivypool to Applefur in The Last Hope, page 291 |
Ivypool is a silver-and-white tabby she-cat with dark blue eyes.[17]
Ivypool is the current ThunderClan deputy under Squirrelstar's leadership in the lake territories. Ivykit was born during Firestar's leadership to Birchfall and Whitewing, along with her sister Dovekit. She was apprenticed to Cinderheart as Ivypaw. Because of her powers, Dovepaw received special attention from some of their Clanmates, which made Ivypaw grow jealous. She was recruited by Hawkfrost to train in the Dark Forest to become a better warrior, but learned of their true intentions and became a spy for Jayfeather and Lionblaze. She received her warrior name, Ivypool, and became a warrior of the Dark Forest after killing Antpelt. During the Great Battle, Ivypool fought with the Clans and managed to convince multiple Dark Forest trainees to switch sides, but failed to convince Breezepelt who informed the Dark Forest leaders of Ivypool's betrayal. After, Ivypool took the oath of loyalty to the Clans along with the surviving trainees, and she mended her relationship with Dovewing.
She received her first apprentice, Snowbush, and later on received her second, Twigbranch, and the two formed a close bond. Ivypool became mates with Fernsong, and the two had three kits, Bristlekit, Thriftkit, and Flipkit. Ivypool was hesitant about staying in the nursery, so Fernsong volunteered in her place once the kits were weaned. Ivypool maintained a close relationship with her kits, and was hesitant to stand up to the impostor out of fear of exile. Her relationship with her sister became strained again after Dovewing became mates with Tigerstar and joined ShadowClan to raise their family, but the two found comfort in their kinship. After Bristlefrost's death, Ivypool heavily grieved but found comfort in Rootspring, her daughter's lover. When Squirrelstar became leader, she appointed Ivypool as her deputy. After Whistlepaw's vision about StormClan, Ivypool, Rootspring, Dovewing, Whistlepaw, and Icewing set out on a quest to find them.
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History[]
Looking for a longer overview? Find one here!
Omen of the Stars[]
- "The first time I met Hawkfrost, it wasn't in the Place of No Stars; it was in a field with flowers and sunshine and stuff like that. He...he flattered me; he seemed interested in what I could do, not what my sister could do. No cat has ever treated me like that in this Clan. I'm just your shadow here."
- ―Ivypaw to Dovepaw Night Whispers, page 271
- In her dreams, Ivypaw is visited by Hawkfrost who offers to train her. As the two bond as mentor and apprentice, Hawkfrost takes her to the Dark Forest and introduces her to her new "Clanmates". Jayfeather discovers Ivypaw is training in the Dark Forest, and Dovepaw tries to convince her to stop, but Ivypaw wishes to become a better warrior. However, after learning the brutality of her mentors, Ivypaw wishes to stop visiting, but Lionblaze and Jayfeather convince her to spy on the Dark Forest for them. Dovepaw also tells her sister about her powers.
- Ivypaw's loyalty is continually tested, ranging from brutal training sessions to killing her "Clanmates". Brokenstar forces her to kill Flametail's spirit, and in order to figure out the Dark Forest's ultimate plan, Ivypaw attacks Flametail but is stopped by Tigerheart. Back in ThunderClan, Ivypaw earns her warrior name, Ivypool. She befriends Blossomfall who also joined the Dark Forest for similar reasons, and is asked to train Hollowpaw. Ivypool asks to become a full warrior of the Dark Forest, and is told to kill Antpelt's spirit to prove herself. She is horrified when her father, Birchfall, joins the Dark Forest as well. She warns Dovewing and the others about the coming battle, and the Clans begin their preparations. During the Great Battle, Ivypool encourages the other Dark Forest trainees to fight for the Clans. Thistleclaw accuses her of being a traitor, and he, Snowtuft and Hawkfrost attack her. Hollyleaf, whom Ivypool has befriended, rushes to her aid, but is killed.
A Vision of Shadows[]
- "You know, I was so angry when Dovewing left, and I missed her so much. I felt betrayed. But now, seeing my own kits...I thinking I'm learning what's really important."
- ―Ivypool to Alderheart after her kits are born River of Fire, page 203
- When some of the ShadowClan cats stay in ThunderClan, Ivypool looks disapprovingly at Dovewing and Tigerheart. When Alderheart has a vision of Twigpaw's kin, Twigpaw wants to go find them but Ivypool insists they must focus on fighting the Kin. When Twigpaw leaves and a patrol finds blood on a Thunderpath, Ivypool blames herself. Dovewing tries to comfort her, but Ivypool accuses her of not focusing on ThunderClan, referencing Tigerheart. When Twigpaw returns, Ivypool apologizes and insists her apprentice was very brave.
- Fernsong brings up the idea of kits, but Ivypool is hesitant to give up the life of a warrior. Fernsong suggests he could stay in the nursery after the kits are weaned. During a hunting patrol, Ivypool runs into her former apprentice who'd joined SkyClan and voices her disappointment. Ivypool visits SkyClan to look for Dovewing who'd gone missing, and Leafstar dryly remarks if she asked Tigerheart yet. When Twigpaw returns to ThunderClan, she is given Sparkpelt as a mentor due to Ivypool moving to the nursery. She gives birth to Flipkit, Thriftkit, and Bristlekit. Dovewing brings her kits to meet Ivypool and her family, and informs her furious sister she is moving to ShadowClan.
The Broken Code[]
- «Bristlefrost saw her own parents, Ivypool and Fernsong, exchange a glance and a few quick words. Ivypool's paws twitched, and for a moment it seemed like she would walk out, but then she shot a concerned look toward Bristlefrost and Flipclaw.»
- —Ivypool and Fernsong after the impostor exiles several cats Veil of Shadows, pages 228-229
A Starless Clan[]
- "Good mentors make strong warriors, and strong warriors make a powerful Clan. Only power can bring true peace."
- ―Ivypool to Sunbeam Thunder, page 68
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Super Editions[]
This section summarizes Ivypool's significant Super Editions appearances. If you're looking for a full list, find one here!
- "You're a coward. And a fox-heart. Dovewing deserved a better mate than you."
- ―Ivypool to Tigerheart about Dovewing Tigerheart's Shadow, page 58
- "It's true—I can't stop thinking about Bristlefrost. I know I must—I know I have to grieve for her and let go, or I'll never be able to move on. But how can I let go of my grief for a cat who doesn't exist anymore?"
- ―Ivypool to Dovewing about Bristlefrost's death Ivypool's Heart, page 54
Novellas[]
This section summarizes Ivypool's significant Novellas appearances. If you're looking for a full list, find one here!
- Ivypool: "Our father isn't here because he knows he wouldn't be welcome. Every cat knows that Birchfall fought on the side of the Dark Forest. Same for Thornclaw, Mousewhisker, and Blossomfall. They are traitors. As am I, to some of our Clanmates."
- Dovewing: "That's so unfair! All of those cats switched allegiance thanks to you."
- Dovewing's Silence, chapter 2
- In Dovewing's Silence, Ivypool mourns for Hollyleaf who died protecting her, and questions whether or not it was a worthy sacrifice. During a summoning of the Clan leaders to decide what to do with the Dark Forest trainees, Ivypool admits how they were enticed of becoming better warriors to learn from the Dark Forest. She and others recite an oath of loyalty, but they are still shunned by their Clanmates. Dovewing asks Ivypool, Thornclaw, Birchfall, Mousewhisker, and Blossomfall to go on patrol with her, and they run into a trapped fox. After defeating the fox, Bramblestar realizes the apprentices purposefully put the patrol in danger, and labels the former trainees as heroes and loyal warriors.
Detailed description[]
- Ivypool is a slender,[18] soft-furred,[19] pale,[20] silver-[17]and-white tabby she-cat.[1] She has white paws,[21] a white belly[22] and face,[23] white splotches covering her pelt,[24] a striped silver tail[25] and silver tail-tip.[26] She has sliced ears,[27] a scar over her face,[28] and dark blue eyes.[17]
Scars gained[]
The following is a chronological list of scars and/or major injuries that Ivypool has gained:
- Sliced ears caused by Hawkfrost and Snowtuft in The Great Battle in The Last Hope.[27]
- Scar over face occurred sometime before Ivypool's Heart.[28]
Character pixels[]
Main images[]
The pixel artwork is fanart based on the canon description; undefined traits are left to the artist's interpretation. |
Alternate images[]
The pixel artwork is fanart based on the canon description; undefined traits are left to the artist's interpretation. |
Official art[]
Please do not edit this gallery. Ivypool on the reprinted cover of Fading Echoes Ivypool on the cover of Ivypool's Heart Ivypool on the full cover of Ivypool's Heart Ivypool in The Ultimate Guide Ivypool's Warriors website fact sheet Ivypool's Warriors website fact sheet for Omen of the Stars Ivypool's silhouette on the Warriors website Ivypool's old silhouette on the Warriors website Ivypool's icon on the Warriors family tree |
Killed victims[]
This list shows the victims Ivypool has killed:
Ceremonies[]
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Personality and relationships[]
- Main article: Ivypool/PR
- Ivypool is sharp, durable, observant and intelligent. In her youth, she was naive and trusted Hawkfrost, allowing her jealousy towards Dovewing to cloud her judgment. But despite it all, she is a fiercely loyal ThunderClan warrior. For more of Ivypool's personality and relationships, click here!
Family[]
- Main article: Ivypool/Family
- Her parents are Whitewing and Birchfall, and her sister is Dovewing. She is mates with Fernsong and their kits are Flipclaw, Thriftear, and Bristlefrost. For more of Ivypool's family, click here!
Appearances[]
- Onestar's Confession (Mentioned only)
- Sunrise (First appearance)
- Hollyleaf's Story
- The Fourth Apprentice
- Mistystar's Omen (Allegiances only)
- Fading Echoes
- Night Whispers
- Sign of the Moon
- The Forgotten Warrior
- The Last Hope
- Dovewing's Silence
- Crowfeather's Trial
- Bramblestar's Storm
- The Apprentice's Quest
- Thunder and Shadow
- Shattered Sky
- Darkest Night
- Tigerheart's Shadow
- River of Fire
- Tawnypelt's Clan (Allegiances appearance; mentioned in text)
- Spotfur's Rebellion
- The Raging Storm
- Squirrelflight's Hope
- Lost Stars
- The Silent Thaw
- Veil of Shadows
- Darkness Within
- Graystripe's Vow (Allegiances only)
- Daisy's Kin
- The Place of No Stars
- A Light in the Mist
- River
- Sky
- Shadow (Allegiances appearance; mentioned in text)
- Thunder
- Wind
- Star (Allegiances appearance; mentioned in text)
- Ivypool's Heart
- The Elders' Quest
- Battles of the Clans
- The Ultimate Guide
- The Ultimate Guide: Updated and Expanded Edition
Merchandise[]
Toys and Plush[]
Ivypool Large Plush Cat[]

- Series 3
- Large soft plush of Ivypool, approximately 35cm in length.
- You'll instantly recognize this striking plush as Ivypool because of numerous scars from the cat's Dark Forest training. As well as an embroidered ThunderClan icon on her paw, the plush shows her sliced ears and beautiful tabby pelt.
- Approximately $34.99 USD.
Yellowfang & Ivypool - Mini Collector Figures[]

Yellowfang and Ivypool
- Series 3
- Few cats have faced such darkness and danger as these courageous she-cats. Yellowfang's secret affair with Raggedstar brought into the world one of the cruellest leaders the forest has ever known, forcing this brave, long-suffering she-cat to blind, and later kill, her own son to save the forest. While her time in ShadowClan ended in horror and suffering, she eventually found peace in ThunderClan, and a new son in the brave and noble Firestar. Meanwhile, Ivypool's resentment of her sister brought her to the Dark Forest, where Hawkfrost preyed on her insecurities to tempt her into training with him. Once she realized the true intentions of her Dark Forest mentors, she turned spy for the Clans, risking her life among murderers and traitors every night in order to learn valuable information for the battle to come.
- Sturdy mini figure of Yellowfang and Ivypool, approximately 7cm in height.
- Also included in a three-pack bundle with the rest of Series 3: Mudclaw, Ashfur, Scourge, and Squirrelflight.
- Possible approximate individual price is $12.99 USD, and the three-pack bundle is $38.97 USD.
Clothing[]
Warrior Cats Minis Unisex Hoodie[]

A unisex S-sized black hoodie
- A hoodie featuring the mini designs for Graystripe, Ravenpaw, Leafstar, Firestar, Tawnypelt, Ivypool, Ashfur, Mudclaw, Jayfeather, Squirrelstar, Yellowfang, Sandstorm, Cinderpelt, Tigerstar, Brightheart, and Blackstar.
- Approximately $49.95 USD.
Trivia[]
- Main article: Ivypool/Trivia
- Did you know that Ivypool looks just like Dovewing, only with white splotches? For more trivia about Ivypool, click here!
Quotes[]
- Main article: Ivypool/Quotes
External links[]
- Ivypool's profile on the Warriors official website (backup link)
- Ivypool's Heart: the details on the Warriors official website (backup link)
- The cats of Omen of the Stars on the Warriors official website (backup link)
- Omen of the Stars characters - a visual guide on the Warriors official website (backup link)
- Ivypool and Fernsong - support and understanding in a Warriors romance on the Warriors official website (backup link)
- Winners of the two strange creatures fan challenge on the Warriors official website (backup link)
- Firestar's Family Artwork on the Warriors official website (backup link)
- Our favorite Ivypool artwork on the Warriors official website (backup link)
- Ivypool and Fernsong artwork on the Warriors official website (backup link)
- The Journey So Far: Lost Stars on the Warriors official website (backup link) (Mentioned only)
- Exclusive! Veil of Shadows: Excerpt on the Warriors official website (backup link) (Allegiances only)
- Exclusive! Graystripe's Vow: Excerpt on the Warriors official website (backup link) (Allegiances only)
- Exclusive! Darkness Within: Excerpt on the Warriors official website (backup link) (Allegiances only)
- Exclusive! The Place of No Stars Excerpt on the Warriors official website (backup link)
- Exclusive! A Warrior's Choice Excerpt on the Warriors official website (backup link) (Allegiances only)
- Exclusive! A Light in the Mist: Excerpt on the Warriors official website (backup link) (Allegiances only)
- Exclusive! River: Excerpt on the Warriors official website (backup link)
- Exclusive! Sky: Excerpt on the Warriors official website (backup link) (Allegiances only)
- Exclusive! Shadow: Excerpt on the Warriors official website (backup link) (Allegiances only)
- Exclusive! Thunder: Excerpt on the Warriors official website (backup link)
- Exclusive: Wind chapters on the Warriors official website (backup link)
- New Year's resolutions from the Story Team on the Warriors official website (backup link) (Mentioned only)
- Thunder recap: the story so far on the Warriors official website (backup link)
- Who are the cats on Omen of the Stars book covers? on the Warriors official website (backup link)
- Exclusive! Ivypool's Heart chapters on the Warriors official website (backup link)
- Grief and hope in Ivypool's Heart on the Warriors official website (backup link)
- New release: Ivypool's Heart on the Warriors official website (backup link)
- Exclusive! Star chapters on the Warriors official website (backup link) (Indirect mention only)
- The cats of The Broken Code on the Warriors official website (backup link) (Mentioned only)
- Filling in the blanks: an insight into the creative process on Ivypool's Heart on the Warriors official website (backup link) (Mentioned only)
- Exclusive! The Elders' Quest chapters on the Warriors official website (backup link) (Allegiances only)
- A Legacy of Fire on the Warriors official website (backup link) (Mentioned only)
- Ashfur: Did StarClan Make a Mistake? on the Warriors official website (backup link) (Mentioned only)
- Bristlefrost: A Tribute on the Warriors official website (backup link) (Mentioned only)
- RiverClan needs a new leader, but who? on the Warriors official website (backup link) (Mentioned only)
- Winners of the November Fan Challenge on the Warriors official website (backup link) (Mentioned only)
- Winners of the November 2022 fan challenge + new challenge announcement on the Warriors official website (backup link)
- Winners of the January 2023 fan challenge on the Warriors official website (backup link)
- Winners of the latest fan challenge on the Warriors official website (backup link)
- Thunder: A look at the most popular fan theories on the Warriors official website (backup link) (Mentioned only)
- Winners of the holiday tradition fan challenge on the Warriors official website (backup link)
- Winners of the New Year's resolution fan challenge on the Warriors official website (backup link)
- Winners of the Valentine's Day card fan challenge on the Warriors official website (backup link)
- The Dark Forest activity sheet on the Warriors official website (backup link) (Mentioned only)
- Winners of the holiday gifts fan challenge on the Warriors official website (backup link)
- Apprentices Artwork on the Warriors official website (backup link)
- Our Favorite Dark Forest Artwork on the Warriors official website (backup link)
- Our Favorite Antpelt Artwork on the Warriors official website (backup link)
- More Of Our Favorite Hawkfrost Artwork on the Warriors official website (backup link)
- Opposite day CreatorClan winners on the Warriors official website (backup link)
- Warrior Cats love stories on the Warriors official website (backup link)
Notes and references[]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Revealed in Sunrise, page 317
- ↑ Revealed in The Fourth Apprentice, pages 37-39
- ↑ Revealed in Sign of the Moon, pages 33-34
- ↑ Revealed in River, page 6
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 Revealed in Thunder, page 112
- ↑ Revealed in River of Fire, allegiances
- ↑ Revealed in The Fourth Apprentice, page 39
- ↑ Revealed in Fading Echoes, pages 120-122
- ↑ Revealed in Fading Echoes, pages 190-192
- ↑ Revealed in Night Whispers, pages 263-264
- ↑ Revealed in The Forgotten Warrior, page 73
- ↑ Revealed in Sign of the Moon, pages 62-63
- ↑ Revealed in Bramblestar's Storm, allegiances
- ↑ Revealed in Thunder and Shadow, page 188
- ↑ Revealed in Sign of the Moon, pages 135-136
- ↑ 16.0 16.1 16.2 Revealed in The Last Hope, page 110
- ↑ 17.0 17.1 17.2 Revealed in Fading Echoes, allegiances
- ↑ Revealed in Fading Echoes, page 119
- ↑ Revealed in The Fourth Apprentice, page 295
- ↑ Revealed in Shattered Sky: Bonus Scene, page 2
- ↑ Revealed in Fading Echoes, page 197
- ↑ Revealed in Night Whispers, page 40
- ↑ Revealed in Night Whispers, page 227
- ↑ Revealed in The Raging Storm, page 47
- ↑ Revealed in Night Whispers, page 116
- ↑ Revealed in Squirrelflight's Hope, page 176
- ↑ 27.0 27.1 Revealed in The Last Hope, page 294
- ↑ 28.0 28.1 Revealed on the cover of Ivypool's Heart
- ↑ Revealed in The Forgotten Warrior, page 227
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Leader | Squirrelstar |
Deputy | Ivypool |
Medicine cats | Jayfeather • Alderheart |
Warriors | Whitewing • Birchfall • Mousewhisker • Poppyfrost • Cinderheart • Lionblaze • Bumblestripe • Blossomfall • Cherryfall • Molewhisker • Lilyheart • Dewnose • Stormcloud • Fernsong • Sorrelstripe • Hollytuft • Sparkpelt • Honeyfur • Leafshade • Twigbranch • Finleap (Goldenpaw) • Eaglewing • Plumstone • Shellfur • Spotfur • Flipclaw (Shinepaw) • Thriftear • Bayshine • Nightheart • Finchlight • Fernstripe • Sunbeam (Moonpaw) • Wafflepelt • Bristleclaw • Stemtail • Graywhisker |
Apprentices | Goldenpaw • Shinepaw • Moonpaw |
Queens | Daisy • Myrtlebloom |
Kits | Sunkit • Oakkit • Hazelkit |
Elders | Brackenfur • Brightheart • Cloudtail • Thornclaw • Brambleclaw |
Dark Forest cats | |
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Current members | Berryheart • Clawface • Curlfeather • Frecklewish • Houndleap • Maggottail • Mapleshade • One Eye • Rushtooth • Silverhawk • Sparrowfeather • Splashtail • Stumpytail • Thistleclaw |
Faded | Antpelt • Ashfur • Brokenstar • Darkstripe • Darktail • Hawkfrost • Redwillow • Shredtail • Snowtuft • Tigerstar |
Trainees | Antpelt • Applefur • Beetlewhisker • Birchfall • Blossomfall • Brambleclaw • Breezepelt • Crookedjaw • Furzepelt • Harespring • Hawkfrost • Hollowflight • Icewing • Ivypool • Larkwing • Lionblaze • Minnowtail • Mousewhisker • Ratscar • Redwillow • Sunstrike • Thistleclaw • Thornclaw • Tigerheart • Whiskernose |
Prisoners | Antfur • Berrynose • Bramblestar • Conefoot • Dappletuft • Frondwhisker • Rosepetal • Sandynose • Smokehaze • Softpelt • Spiresight • Squirrelflight • Stemleaf • Strikestone • Willowshine |