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==Notes and references== |
==Notes and references== |
Revision as of 22:56, 14 September 2020
"I promise you all that I will lead WindClan with the fierce devotion of a father and the pure love of a mother. Nothing matters more to me than making WindClan strong so that future generations may live with dignity and peace. Every cat I have known— Every cat I have loved has taught me the meaning of friendship and the unbending power of the warrior code." |
— Tallstar to StarClan in Tallstar's Revenge, page 502 |
Tallstar is a black-and-white tom with a very long tail[18] and amber eyes.[19]
Tallstar was a leader of WindClan in the forest territories. Tallkit was born to Palebird and Sandgorse, along with Finchkit, who died shortly after birth. With the new name Tallpaw, he was apprenticed to the moor-runner Dawnstripe, much to Sandgorse's dismay. Later, Sandgorse showed Sparrow the unstable tunnels when they collapsed and Sandgorse died. Tallpaw blamed Sparrow for his father's death. He became a warrior, receiving the name Talltail. His thirst for vengeance made him leave WindClan to find Sparrow. On his journey to find Sparrow, he met a kittypet named Jake, who he forms a strong bond with.
Talltail returned to WindClan and went on to be their deputy, and after Heatherstar's passing, became their leader with the new name Tallstar. He led WindClan to the lake after Twolegs destroyed the forest, but was very weak. Before his death, he made Onewhisker his deputy, believing he would be a more peaceful leader than Mudclaw.
History
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The Prophecies Begin
- "Spoken like a true warrior. Having traveled with you, I wasn't surprised when Bluestar made you her deputy. There are those who thought such a young cat would never carry off such a great responsibility. I was not among them."
- ―Tallstar to Fireheart Rising Storm
The New Prophecy
- "Before I go to StarClan, there is something I must do. Firestar, Onewhisker, listen. Mudclaw is a brave warrior. but he is not the right cat to lead WindClan. In these last moons we have learned that the future of our Clans lies in friendship. I want no rivalry between WindClan and ThunderClan after I am gone. We must have no enemies. But this will not happen if Mudclaw rules the Clan. I can still choose the cat who will lead WindClan after me. From this moment Mudclaw is no longer deputy of WindClan."
- ―Tallstar appointing a new deputy before his death Starlight
- Tallstar continues to weaken as the journey progresses. Onewhisker assists his leader throughout the journey while Mudclaw takes over much of the leadership duties. When the Clans finally arrive at the lake, Tallstar is close to joining StarClan. Surrounded by Firestar, Brambleclaw, and Onewhisker, Tallstar thanks Firestar for their enduring friendship. Inspired by their bond, Tallstar appoints Onewhisker as deputy. However, Tallstar's unorthodox appointment causes a rift within the Clan and Mudclaw rebels against Onewhisker's leadership.
Super Editions
This section summarizes Tallstar's significant Super Editions appearances. If you're looking for a full list, find one here!
- In Tallstar's Revenge, Tallkit is born to Sandgorse and Palebird, two tunnelers who are gifted at hunting in the cramped, dark tunnels underneath WindClan's territory. His sister, Finchkit, is born stillborn, causing Palebird to go into depression. Tallkit grows up distant from his mother and idolizes his father who wishes for his son to become a tunneler. However, Tallkit doesn't have the natural talent for tunneling, and is instead apprenticed to Dawnstripe as a moor-runner. When visiting rogues return to the camp, Sandgorse shows Sparrow the tunnels when they collapse, killing Sandgorse. As a result, Tallpaw wishes to train as a tunneler to honor his father's memory, but Heatherstar revokes their ancient tradition for fear of her Clan's safety.
- As Tallpaw grows up and becomes a warrior, Talltail, his desire of vengeance for Sparrow grows, who he believes killed his father. Feeling distant from WindClan, Talltail leaves to find Sparrow. He meets a kittypet named Jake who joins him on his journey. When the pair finds the rogues, Jake begs Talltail not to kill Sparrow and how it will not bring any justice. When Talltail finally confronts Sparrow, the brown tom revealed Sandgorse saved his life in the tunnels. Jake is relieved when he doesn't kill Sparrow, and the two journey back. Talltail and Jake bid an emotional farewell, knowing their true paths were in their respective homes, and Talltail returns to WindClan. He later becomes Heatherstar's deputy and succeeds her as leader. In the manga, as Tallstar journeys to StarClan, he is reunited with Jake.
Detailed description
- Tallstar is a large,[19] black-and-white tom with a very long,[18] thin,[20] black tail. He has a white muzzle,[7] that is gray with age,[21] short,[22] thick fur,[23] and amber eyes.[19]
Character pixels
The pixel artwork is fanart based on the canon description; undefined traits are left to the artist's interpretation. |
Official art
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Ceremonies
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Leader info
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Personality and Relationships
- Main article: Tallstar/PR
- Tallstar is a wise and strong leader, respected by cats from all the Clans. For more of Tallstar's personality and relationships, click here!
Family
- Main article: Tallstar/Family
- Tallstar's parents are Palebird and Sandgorse, and his littermate is Finchkit. For more of Tallstar's family, click here!
Appearances
- Pinestar's Choice (Mentioned only)
- Tallstar's Revenge †
- Yellowfang's Secret
- Crookedstar's Promise
- Bluestar's Prophecy
- Redtail's Debt
- Into the Wild (First appearance; mentioned only)
- Fire and Ice
- Forest of Secrets
- Rising Storm
- Tigerclaw's Fury (Allegiance only)
- A Dangerous Path
- The Darkest Hour
- A Shadow in RiverClan
- Firestar's Quest
- Graystripe's Vow
- Mothwing's Secret (Allegiance only)
- Midnight
- Moonrise
- Dawn
- Starlight †
- Twilight
- Sunset
- The Sight
- Eclipse (Mentioned only)
- Night Whispers (Mentioned only)
- Shattered Sky (Mentioned only)
- The Raging Storm
- Squirrelflight's Hope
- Secrets of the Clans (Retconned)
- Cats of the Clans
- Code of the Clans
- Battles of the Clans
- The Ultimate Guide
Trivia
Author statements
- Kate Cary has said Tallstar never took a mate or had kits,[24] and also that his heart always belonged "to his Jake".[blog 1] Kate has also said that in her head she sees Tallstar and Jake as mates. However, inside the publisher's head, they are "Good Friends".[blog 2][blog 3]
- Kate thinks Tallstar goes out of StarClan to visit Jake.[blog 4]
Interesting facts
Mistakes
- Tallstar appears as WindClan's leader at a Gathering in Warrior's Return despite having died a few books before.[26]
- He has been described as having a white tail-tip and paws.[7]
Continuity
The following information is from sources considered non-canon or retconned.
- In Secrets of the Clans, a 2007 field guide, it is revealed that Tallstar mentored Morningflower, then Morningpaw.[27] Tallstar offers a brief introduction on WindClan, a Clan that has known great suffering, but always survives. He is listed in the Significant Leaders section for WindClan as one of the wisest and longest-lived WindClan leaders. He had an unusually close relationship with ThunderClan and their leader, Firestar. He watched over his Clan when they were driven out by Brokenstar, and was later the first to argue for leaving the forest when it came close to being completely destroyed. Tallstar, on his deathbed, changed Onewhisker to his deputy instead of Mudclaw, a wise decision in the long run.[28]
Quotes
- "I know you're hungry. But we'll be safer here than back in our old territory, or Twoleg woods. Look at this place! Even ShadowClan won't follow us here. There's no scent of dog, and these Twolegs can hardly stand."
- ―Tallstar to his Clan Fire and Ice
- "WindClan has traveled a long time. It's nearly a moon since ShadowClan drove us from our home. The weather is turning colder, and leaf-bare will be here soon. We have no choice but to stay."
- ―Tallstar to his Clan, WindClan Fire and Ice
- Tallstar: "We've been seeing a lot of you lately, Fireheart. Just because you once led us home doesn't give you the freedom to wander around our territory."
- Fireheart: "So I've been warned. However, I must put the needs of my Clan first."
- Rising Storm
- Tigerstar: "We have come to invite you to be joint leaders of a greater Clan, to be known as TigerClan."
- Tallstar: "TigerClan was the name of one of the great Clans of ancient times. Tigerstar has no right to use it now. Nor does he have the right to change the number of Clans in the forest. We have lived as four Clans for innumerable seasons, following the warrior code laid down for us by StarClan. To throw aside our ancient ways would bring disaster. I'll die before I join my Clan to yours!"
- The Darkest Hour
- "Perhaps it's my age that grants me this clarity...perhaps it's how close I've come to StarClan. But I can see our Clan's future. I see Onewhisker—no, Onestar—leading the cats of WindClan in harmony. With Firestar at his side. An equal. A friend. WindClan and ThunderClan working together, just as our two Clans have done on this journey."
- ―Tallstar envisioning the future Tallstar's Revenge
- "He spent nine long lives fighting for his Clan, defending the borders, forging alliances that would grant his Clanmates one more moon of peace, and battling creatures within his territory that wanted to harm his kits."
- ―Rock describing Tallstar Cats of the Clans
- "A tabby can't change his stripes. Shrewpaw was born with a burr in his fur. I'll just have to put up with it."
- ―Tallpaw to Dawnstripe Tallstar's Revenge
- "I learned a lot. Friendship and kinship matter more than adventure. Boundaries only exist in our minds. A heart can travel to the horizon without moving a paw step. And I made the best friend any cat ever had."
- ―Talltail explaining to Heatherstar what he had learned Tallstar's Revenge
- "I’ll help you kill him."
- ―Talltail helping Shrewclaw taking revenge on Cedarstar Tallstar's Revenge
- "We all have our flaws, but we overcome them. And sometimes, it's our flaws that make us who we are."
- ―Talltail explaining why he wants to mentor Hopkit Tallstar's Revenge
External links
- A Legacy of Fire on the Warriors official website (Mentioned only) (backup link)
- Leaders Who Made Their Mark on the Warriors official website (backup link)
- The Journey So Far: The Raging Storm on the Warriors official website (Indirect mention only) (backup link)
- Which Warrior is Worthy? on the Warriors official website (Poll option) (backup link)
- A Different Way of Doing Things on the Warriors official website (Mentioned only) (backup link)
- Stand Together or Fall Divided on the Warriors official website (Indirect mention only) (backup link)
- Beyond Our Borders on the Warriors official website (Mentioned only) (backup link)
- Too Much History on the Warriors official website (Mentioned only) (backup link)
- So Much to Discover on the Warriors official website (Indirect mention only) (backup link)
- Reach Beyond Borders on the Warriors official website (Mentioned only) (backup link)
- Destiny guides our paws... on the Warriors official website (Mentioned only) (backup link)
- Wander the world on the Warriors official website (Indirect mention only) (backup link)
- Exclusive! Graystripe's Vow: Excerpt on the Warriors official website (Allegiance only) (backup link)
- Exclusive! Darkness Within: Excerpt on the Warriors official website (backup link)
Notes and references
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Revealed in Twilight, page 2
- ↑ Revealed in Fire and Ice, allegiances
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Revealed in Tallstar's Revenge, page 321
- ↑ Revealed in Tallstar's Revenge, page 390
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 Revealed in Tallstar's Revenge, page 491
- ↑ Revealed in The Darkest Hour, page 210
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 7.3 Revealed in Tallstar's Revenge, page 6
- ↑ Revealed in Starlight, page 119
- ↑ Revealed in Tallstar's Revenge, page 52
- ↑ Revealed in Tallstar's Revenge, page 255
- ↑ Revealed in The Ultimate Guide, page 101
- ↑ Revealed in Tallstar's Revenge, page 501
- ↑ Revealed in Tallstar's Revenge, page 290
- ↑ Revealed in Crookedstar's Promise, allegiances
- ↑ Revealed in Tallstar's Revenge, page 490
- ↑ Revealed in Tallstar's Revenge, page 1
- ↑ Revealed in Twilight, page 27
- ↑ 18.0 18.1 Revealed in Into the Wild, allegiances
- ↑ 19.0 19.1 19.2 Revealed in Fire and Ice, page 1
- ↑ Revealed in The Sight, page 184
- ↑ Revealed in Graystripe's Vow, chapter 16
- ↑ Revealed in Tallstar's Revenge, page 53
- ↑ Revealed in Tallstar's Revenge, page 357
- ↑ Revealed on Kate's Facebook
- ↑ Revealed in Tallstar's Revenge, page 67
- ↑ Revealed in Warrior's Return, page 90
- ↑ Revealed in Secrets of the Clans, page 36
- ↑ Revealed in Secrets of the Clans
Author references