100 OneShot Book/Servitude

Servitude is a oneshot within the publication of the 100 OneShot Book. It features Swiftshade.

Detailed plot summary

 * Swiftpaw is an apprentice in RiverClan, and prefers the simplicity of apprentice life; not driven by the ambition to become a warrior like his sister, Snowstep. The narrative unfolds with Swiftpaw enjoying a peaceful moment under the sun, appreciating the tranquility away from the responsibilities of Clan life.


 * Snowstep interrupts Swiftpaw's moment of peace, teasing him about his lack of progress and ambition to become a warrior. Swiftpaw resents his sister's prodding, defending his contentment as an apprentice. However, Snowstep urges him to consider his potential and pushes him towards a private conversation.


 * In a secluded glade by an old willow, Snowstep manipulates Swiftpaw's emotions, bringing up their deceased mother and suggesting that Swiftpaw needs to move on and make their mother proud in StarClan. She then shifts the conversation towards Swiftpaw's guilt over Berrypaw's death, insinuating that StarClan disapproves of him and implying that he failed to save Berrypaw.


 * Snowstep reveals a darker motive, claiming that StarClan has spoken to her and that Swiftpaw must help her fulfill a great destiny. She accuses RiverClan's deputy, Blackstorm, of conspiring with ShadowClan and hints at the involvement of another cat, Cloudstream, in their plot to overthrow Foxstar.


 * Swiftpaw, conflicted by guilt and a desire for redemption, reluctantly agrees to follow Snowstep's plan. Swiftpaw, under Snowstep's influence, attempts to assassinate Foxstar, RiverClan's leader. However, the attempt fails when Foxstar recognizes him and questions his actions.


 * Snowstep reveals her true intentions, asserting that Swiftshade, the newly named warrior after Foxstar's death, has now set RiverClan on a different path. Swiftshade realizes the gravity of his actions and struggles with the moral implications of murdering his Clanmates on Snowstep's orders.

Characters

 * Swiftshade
 * Snowstep
 * Foxstar