After Graystar's death, Goosewing is appointed the new leader of RiverClan, Goosestar. He is mates with Graystar and is the father of their kits, Rainfeather, Mossmouse, and Ridgefrost. He is very loyal to RiverClan and immensely questions his daughter Ridgefrost's loyalty when she chooses to move to ThunderClan to pursue a relationship with the warrior Heronlight. He is devastated by Graystar's death and dedicates his leadership to keeping her memory alive, often making choices for his own emotional benefit rather than thinking of the Clan. When other Clan leaders question his ability to lead, he questions if he is taking his leadership in the right path, and seeks guidance in his Clanmates.