Velvet (AVoS)

"I'll miss you, too. But I know there's no way we could be together. We lead such different lives. I can't stay here, and I know you have responsibilities and can't leave your Clan."

— Velvet to Alderheart in River of Fire, page 240

Velvet (AVoS)
The pixel artwork is fanart based on the canon description; undefined traits are left to the artist's interpretation.
Affiliations
Current:	Kittypet
Past:	Loner ThunderClan (temporarily)
Names
Loner:	Unknown
Kittypet:	Velvet
Refugee:	Velvet
Book appearances
Living	River of Fire
Living	River of Fire

Velvet is a gray she-cat with long, silky fur and amber eyes.

Velvet is a kittypet resident of the Twolegplace near the lake territories. When a fire erupts in the Twolegplace, Velvet is burned, leading the she-cat and her friend Fuzzball to seek shelter in ThunderClan. Begrudgingly accommodated, Velvet and Fuzzball begin to assist the Clan's medicine cats, Alderheart, Jayfeather, and Leafpool with their daily duties. With her limited knowledge of medicine, Velvet becomes Alderheart's assistant in treating aliments in camp. The pair become close and share their feelings for each other.

A quarter-moon after Velvet and Fuzzball arrived in ThunderClan, their friend Ajax comes to the Clan's camp to inform them it is safe to return home. The following day, Velvet departs the forest with her friends, after an emotional goodbye to Alderheart. Alderheart later discovers that Velvet left her favorite toy in camp, and delivers it to her in the Twolegplace. In return, she gifts him a thyme plant.

Quick Answers

How does Velvet's relationship with Alderheart develop?

Velvet and Alderheart's relationship grows through shared care and experiences. Velvet aids Alderheart in the medicine den, earning his appreciation. They develop feelings for each other, and Velvet comforts Alderheart during Briarlight's death. Although they acknowledge they cannot stay together, their bond remains strong. Velvet returns to Twolegplace, but Alderheart visits to return her toy, showing their enduring connection.

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What role does Velvet play in ThunderClan's medicine duties?

Velvet, during her stay in ThunderClan, aids Alderheart, the medicine cat, by using her herbal knowledge to treat injuries, including her own burns. She leaves after a quarter-moon when it is safe to return home.

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How does Velvet's presence impact ThunderClan?

Velvet temporarily impacts ThunderClan by assisting the medicine cats, Alderheart, Jayfeather, and Leafpool, with their duties. Her presence is notable during the vigil for Briarlight. Velvet and Fuzzball later leave when Ajax comes to retrieve them.

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History

River of Fire

Alderheart: "I'm going to miss having you around camp."

Velvet: "I'll miss you, too. But I know there's no way we could be together. We lead such different lives. I can't stay here, and I know you have responsibilities and can't leave your Clan."

^{River of Fire, page 240}

At some point, Velvet lived in a home with housefolk, but they left her behind when moving away. She lived as a stray for some seasons, but finds a new home in the Twolegplace near the lake territories when the weather turns cold. Her new owners were convinced to take her after seeing Velvet meowing outside their den, appearing sad. During her time as a stray, Velvet learned some minimal herbal healing knowledge. In her new residence, she lives comfortably with her Twoleg owners in a home. At some point after, Velvet becomes friends with fellow kittypets Fuzzball and Ajax, whose homes are near hers. The gray she-cat becomes fond of a toy provided by her owners, considering it a favorite object.

Sometime later, a fire erupts in the Twolegplace from a bolt of light that came from the sky lighting a tree on fire, which fell on her housefolk's den and spread fire to all those surrounding. Velvet managed to escape the burning den with a scrap of her favorite toy. The incident lead Velvet and her friend Fuzzball to seek shelter in ThunderClan's camp, due to the she-cat's burn injuries needing attention. The camp is far from their homes, and by the time they reach Clan territories, are covered in soot and exhausted.

Violet and Fuzzball are escorted into camp by the warriors Leafshade and Stormcloud, and the former explains the situation of the refugees. Fuzzball bounds confidently up to ThunderClan's leader, Bramblestar, introducing himself, while Velvet more calmly gives an explanatory plea of their predicament, which she claims is dire. Bramblestar initially declines the request for help, because a warrior's life is different, and kittypets aren't prepared for the dangers. However, Alderheart and Stormcloud convince him to take them in until the fire burns out and their Twolegs return.

Velvet, grateful for ThunderClan's help, listens as Alderheart leads them away and introduces himself. She talks about her background with the medicine cat, and establishes that she can help him tread the sick with her limited herbal knowledge. The medicine cats Jayfeather and Leafpool meet their guests and start to make nests for them. Velvet takes her toy with her to the medicine den, and with Alderheart's help, assist in treating her own burn injury. The gray she-cat takes a thorn out of the warrior Birchfall's paw, who is surprised at the kittypet's competence. When another fire starts in the forest, Alderheart leaves Velvet behind in camp to join a patrol going to help the victims.

Velvet's wound heals cleanly, and she praises Alderheart's work in treating it. During her quarter-moon in camp, the pair have developed feelings for each other. She becomes integrated into Clan life, including idle chatter about subjects such as Ivypool and her kits. Jayfeather begins to notice the bond between the pair and aims to separate them for their own sakes, which Alderheart resents. The warrior Briarlight falls ill shortly after, and is brought into the medicine den, where Velvet gives her some watermint. Alderheart is pleased with her work and appreciates her care for others. By the next morning, however, Briarlight's condition has worsened, so Velvet goes to fetch her family for goodbyes. She dies, and Velvet comforts a tired and grieving Alderheart. Sometime later, Alderheart and Velvet fondly spent time together. Jayfeather insists that Velvet would be better off in the apprentices' den with Fuzzball, as she is no longer sick, which Alderheart begrudgingly agrees to. The medicine cat goes to help her settle, and makes the most of the situation.

However, as they walk to the den, Ajax is escorted to ThunderClan's camp by the warrior Bumblestripe, who explains the kittypet was looking for Velvet and Fuzzball. The pair greet Ajax, who explains that their housefolk have returned and fixed their homes. Bramblestar decides the kittypets may stay for the night, and leave in the morning. Velvet shares a vole with Alderheart and they talk of her return home, regretfully. During the night, Alderheart struggles to reconcile the feelings he has for Velvet with his duties as a medicine cat, which Jayfeather helps him comprehend. The next morning, Velvet says good-bye to ThunderClan, and spends a few moments with Alderheart. They both express their mutual regrets not being able to be together, but that they'll never forget each other. Velvet, Fuzzball, and Ajax head back to the Twolegplace.

Days later, Alderheart discovers that Velvet left her favorite toy in camp. He travels to the Twolegplace to return it and encounters Fuzzball on his way. The orange kittypet readily takes him to Velvet's den, where he calls out for her. After waiting a moment, her Twoleg owners let her out, and they greet each other. Velvet is thrilled to have her toy back and gives him a tour of the area surrounding her dwelling. She gives the medicine cat a thyme plant as a parting gift and says that although she'll miss him, their different paths will likely prevent them from maintaining a friendship. After a final goodbye, they separate, and Alderheart brings the plant to his fellow medicine cats.

Character pixels

The pixel artwork is fanart based on the canon description; undefined traits are left to the artist's interpretation. Kittypet Version Loner Version Refugee Version

Personality and traits

"Clan life is really different from how I imagined it. Fuzzball made me think it was all fighting and hunting, but you do so much more! You heal cats, and you make sure every cat is cared for, especially the kits and elders…"

―Velvet to Alderheart ^{River of Fire, page 201}

Velvet is a cat that possesses a reserved demeanor, despite caring for her friends. Her life as a stray has taught her how to survive, and makes her appreciate her life with housefolk more. Velvet is empathetic to the plights of others, and during her time in ThunderClan, genuinely cares about the cats whose aliments she helps treat.

Relationships

Alderheart

"Good-bye. I'm glad you came. I've missed you. But I'm not sure we can be friends. You've chosen one life and I've chosen another."

―Velvet to Alderheart ^{River of Fire, page 275}

Velvet and Alderheart became close when she sought shelter in ThunderClan after a fire in the Twolegplace. Her knowledge of herbs proved useful in assisting the young medicine cat with his duties, and they worked together to heal the Clan's aliments. Alderheart took responsibility for helping Velvet's burn wounds heal, and the time they spent together helped them grow closer. Despite their shared feelings, they mutually decided to not pursue their relationship further after Velvet left ThunderClan.

Fuzzball & Ajax

"We'd go home if we could, but there were horrible wailing noises, and a huge monster showed up with its lights flashing. Our housefolk fled; we don't even know where they are."

―Velvet to Bramblestar ^{River of Fire, page 157}

After Velvet found a home in the Twolegplace, she made friends with Fuzzball and Ajax, who lived near her. Together, she and Fuzzball and spend time in ThunderClan as refugees, and bond over the experience. Fuzzball later leads Alderheart to her home, when the medicine cat comes to the Twolegplace searching for her. He enjoys her company, and considers her a friend. Ajax comes to bring both home to the Twolegplace, and Velvet remarks that he was a good cat for doing so.

Appearances

• River of Fire (First appearance)

External links

• The Journey So Far: The Raging Storm on Warriors official website (backup link) (Mentioned only)
• Outpacing other 'Paws (and Mentors) on Warriors official website (backup link) (Mentioned only)
• The Role of a Medicine Cat on Warriors official website (backup link) (Mentioned only)
• Top five heartfelt Jayfeather lines on Warriors official website (backup link) (Mentioned only)

Fan content

• Winners of the Valentine's Day card fan challenge on Warriors official website (backup link)
• Warrior of the Week #24 - Velvet on Warriors official website (backup link) (Warrior of the Week #24)