Changed Mann

[Drathlic]

The mann entered the clearing and scented the earth on which he stood upon. His ruddy pelt ruffled in the bustling winds and he raised his head to the heavens, watching as the sky created a beautiful canvas of pastel pinks and blues - Fenris was rising to greet the new dawn. A slight smile curled the edges of his whitened muzzle and Drathlic lowered his icy blue gaze back towards the dens, which loomed within the mountain’s roots ahead of him. A sigh of peace passed his lips and Drathlic continued forth on his course. He had grown too keen on wandering and often he lost his head in thoughts and courses, leading him astray for far too long. He had at last returned to his home and his family, the one that he loved most dearly. Renn would surely be cross with him for leaving again, and Silent…well he felt deeply worried that she had gone off and found another mann that would be around more often. But none-the-less, he was looking forward to seeing them both again.
Shortly before he had left, Drathlic had been at the Meeting Place to witness the resignation of their Drappa Fiory, placing the pack’s two Betas as the new Alpha pair; Gryffin and Sudak. The ruddy male was thrilled for the young couple, and thrilled for the future of his pack. As Fiory was growing older and illness took hold of her weaker form with greater ease, the responsibility of Drappa had been far tougher on her. Though now with two healthy young varg leading the way, Drathlic knew that the pack wasn’t going to suffer.

Padding across the paw trodden trail, the large male came to s slow halt just on the outskirts of the pack’s Meeting Place just outside the Dens. His thick, brushy banner swayed joyfully above his head as his broad, bushy auds stood on end. Cyan hues darted back and forth and his head swung from left to right. There was no sign of any of his pack mates, they were either still resting within the den or were out on early scouting or hunting trips. A slight whine passed his lips as Drathlic stood still for a moment, waiting to see if anyone would appear. Impatience got the better of him and within a second his head was flung back and his muzzle opened, pouring out his song to the pack; I’m home.

[Gryffin]

Emerald orbs watched the calm Listern terra with ease. It felt significantly different, watching the terra from a different point of view. Was this how her mother and father had felt when they had first claimed these lands? Gryffin would never know. Giving a solemn shake she looekd to the grey skies, heart heavy yet toes light. Her muzzle parted to let out a short howl to world around. Were they runnign with Tor and Fenris? Gryffin didnt care. Though she didnt believe of Tor and Fenris no. Her heart ran with the tales of Wolfbane, excited with everytale ofthe dark lord, no matter how many legends were told of the sun and moon gods by Fiory.
The first story she had ever heard were about the dark lord, spewed from the givings of her mother in the whelping dens.

Padding through the past was not an option, at least it was not a need for survival or the Tri hued she wolf would surely falter and crumble from the memoirs of her past.
But the trail ahead was not yet in full light.
But movement erased her thoughts and the Drappa turned as she heard the song. Gryffin threw her head up once again to answer the call of the male. I'm coming it said. Paws sliced the the snow as she made with a steady pace towards the maker of the song.

Emerald orbs pining on a ruddy bodice. Recognizing it to be her beta male she gave a growl of a welcome. "Drathlic. I see you have returned from your little excursion" The fae commented. Gryffin had never asked where her members dissappeared too. It was their own wish to tell or to keep. But a visit to a rival pack or a sin against List would be unforgivable...

[blah]

[Sudak]

Silence overcame the vast valleys to the Southern ends of the Listern terra. The frigid breeze making it's way from the towering peaks above racing its way to the deep troughs where life lay still during these quiet months. A very keen ear could hear the nearly inaudible sound of compressing snow by the broad paws of a warrior of List. Not any warrior of List but one of intense calm, and cooling rage. One of stealth of no other member to come across List in these winter months. The newly appointed Alpha blended with the crystaline landscape flawlessly. Stalking one of the very few lera in List plentiful enough this time of year was first of Sudak's priorities this crisp clear morning. The blue skies above rang out in vibrant ranges from white on the horizon just below the mountain tops to a deepening blue as the sky reached it's crest. This elusive miniscule creature lay dormant a good time under the ivory powder but Sudak's nose crept over the top searching for the distinct odor that this lera reaked. With the halting crunch of the snow under the Alpha's pads, his eyes narrowed to a small patch of slightly mishapen snow. Moments passed before the powder twitched, now confirming the warrior's suspicions of the prey's location. With sheer accuracy the strike was clean, quick, and seemingly effortless to the ivory mann. With the neck of the mouse tightly pierced with his canines Sudak relaxed his tense muscles and lay in the snow to enjoy his meager morning meal. Tossing it in the air momentarily then pawing it with his ebony claws. Feeling it's now smooth fur on his pads as he stroked its lifeless bodice. Taking its tail in his mouth to toss it in the air one more time he caught it deep in his mouth and severed it's body in two to now enjoy the full extent of the mouses contents. The faint energy he gained from this meal would not last long but it would get him where he needed. The Alpha had already begun to thin from the leaning food sources of the Listern lands, however much food was scarce in List, Sudak knew where to find the scant pickings after his years surveying the land.

As the ivory Dragga licked his chops from the remaining blood on his canines a howl emerged through the air. The call was faint but could be clearly understood to Sudak. Drathlic, one of the few other male varg of List. He had returned. Sudak let a small smirk spread across his maw as he itched to see the mann's face after he gives him the news of a promotion. With a glance to where his prey had once lay Sudak licked a blood stained patch of snow to get one last taste of the life giving fluid then with swift paws raced towards the treeline and towards the call of greeting. With haste the blurred figure of Sudak darted through brush, over fallen tree limbs, through the winding creek beds that made their way from the towering peaks of the Carpathians, and lept over the sleeping forms of many lera that lay dormant and ignorant to the fact that a varg had just treaded their surroundings. Approaching the source of the calling Sudak now heard the voice of his strong and precious mate, Gryffin. Emerging from the brush while slowing to a pad Sudak approached his mate's side brushing his body against hers. Pressing himself against her to make every inch touch, then to finish it he gave a quick lick to her maw and a smile to accompany it. Tail rising above his back Sudak quickly took the stance of a true leader. Seemingly taller then before he towered above the mann before him.

"Well, welcome back Drathlic. It will be great to have you back again. We will have much to do this winter and I will surely appreciate you accompanying me on the many scavening hunts. I'm sure this season wont be any more plentiful then the last if not worse. Our bodies and mind will be put to the test once again. After all. A Beta needs to learn the ways of a hunter and be proficient. Don't you think?"

This not so subtle hint of promotion seemed kind of out of place but Sudak gave a wide grin as he had paced around Drathlic during his short rant to then pear over his shoulder back at the mann as he had made his way back to his mate on his last words. Turning his gaze back to his mate so Drathlic could not see his face, and he could not see Drathlic's, Sudak gave a short lived wink to Gryffin and a slight, inaudible, chuckle. He was sure Drathlic would have an expression on his face that would be one for the memory books but Sudak savored his imaginary image of Drathlic's reaction before turning back to face the mann once again, as he now stood beside his mate.

//hehe.. not too bad for my first post in a bit.//

[Drathlic]

Moments passed and the only sounds to break the silence were the faint twittering of birds left over from summer and the cracking of branches in the gentle wind. Standing stock still, his tail upright and head cocked as he listened intently, Drathlic waited patiently for a reply to come his way. Soon enough, he was rewarded with one; Gryffin. A sharp bark sounded from his muzzle and his banner swayed joyously with anticipation of seeing his new Drappa again. Emerging from the brush not too far from where he stood, Gryffin approached the ruddy male and growled her greeting to him. His muzzle flushed hot red beneath his fur as she made comment on his disappearance and he lowered his head in shame. Though she did not seem angry, Drathlic still felt rotten about leaving the pack for so long a time. “I’m sorry Gryff, it won’t happen again,” he responded, though he knew it was no promise.
Hoping now to change the subject, his guilty expression was replaced by a soft smile and he lifted his head, reaching forward and touching her muzzle softly with his. A greeting of his own. “It’s good to be back. I’m looking forward to going out with the pack again, and to hunt by your side,” he remarked, swallowing subtly at the thought of a hunt. He had accepted his fate as a varg who must hunt to survive – but still it was difficult for him. He had hoped now that he made such a comment, Gryffin would be proud and it would at least put a smile on her muzzle.

The disruption of undergrowth caught the attention of Drathlic now and his broad auds stood on end, cyan gaze glancing now behind Gryffin in wait to see who would emerge next. It was in fact the new Dragga, showing full signs that he had taken his role seriously and was now a clear Leader of the pack. The ruddy male’s tassel swayed again and he grinned as the ivory warrior greeted his mate affectionately before even passing a glance at Drathlic. They were perfect for one another.
A light growl of salutation passed his lips as he observed the new Dragga approach and begin to circle him. An old feeling of nerves began to nag at his mind, but the young male forced it back and replaced it with calm. He was not the sniffling pup he once was – he was a warrior. Sudak’s words filtered through Drathlic’s mind and he took note of each comment he made. Accompany him? Now that surely caught his attention and the alert expression that passed the ruddy male’s face was surely noted by the Alphas. Beta? His jaw dropped.
Was Sudak serious? Drathlic was appointed the new Beta male of List? His life flashed before his eyes - terrifying past; adopted sister; joining the ranks of List; meeting new friends; nothing but a runt and a sikla; first hunt; warrior of List. How did it all come to be? Sudak had turned his back on the young adult, but after a moment or two he turned back to face him with a grin stretching from ear to ear. Gawping in astonishment, Drathlic remained silent for another minute before managing to stutter out the words, ”P-p-pardon? Me? The new Beta male? H-h-how!?”

[Silent]

She ran swiftly upon silent silver paws. No trace of her being left behind as she had already sensed of ones arrival, and that one was improtant. It for only moments after the feeling, that it was reinforced by the song brought upon the listern winds to her auds.

She went on, her heart beating so hard, it felt like it was about to leap out of her chest. She battled to keep herself from running flat out, she knew she had to be silent. It was her training, she knew she had to keep it up. Silent slowed to a stop, listening for any more traces of sound from any varg around, catching none, she raised her nose to the air. Scents filled it, many scents, all of her packmates, yet there were three which were strong. Gryffin, Sudak... and Drathlic! She knew it! Moments after the scent of his body came to her nose, she was leaping through the snow, searching for her Draggas tracks, knowing Gryffin would had been as lighter than herself, so leaving noo tracks to trace.

She followed a path that ook her through the trees, coming to some scrub she heard voices. And sure enough, they were that of her secret love, and her leaders. She containted herself, she ddidn't want to look like a pup whom was happy to her mother whilst being hungry. She stepped through the bushes. Her silver pelt instantly catching the light as she stepped forth towards the others. Golden eyes glittering as she looked at Drathlic. She couldn't wait any longer, her impulse was to jump straight forward. And thats what she did, she jumped forwards and bashed into him gently, feeling his fur against hers. She was delighted at the touch! She swiped her tounge over him maw before pushing her muzzle into his neck fur.

After she had made her interaction with her love, she turned to the leaders.
"Gryffin, Sudak. I am sorry for my intrusion."
She lowered her stature slightly, since they had more power, she was happy that they were now the leaders, she knew they would be strong in their apporach towards the being of the Listern Pack. She looked back at Drathlic, eyes still glittering happily.

[Gryffin]

(rushed)
The tri hued drappa watched Drathlic with a steady gaze as he replied. There was no hint of antogonism to his leaving though she was glad that he had returned. She gave a nod a grin unfolding on her lips as she spoke "I'm not your keep Drathlic. Do as you wish, leave as you wish but remember where your loyalties lie, as long as you are a part of List" She spoke. Though of course it did not mean he was allowed to skip away everyday. Though it was more of a speech to declare how lenient she was with the males wanderings though she did not expect the male to take this as an advantage.

Her ears perked as she turned her view to spot her ivory mate. Her tail gave a shake as she greeted the dragga with a bark. She turned once more to see the ruddy male's reply to his new rank. She grinned, " You've grown into a fine wolf. There is no reason to say you should not become the beta" she spoke still amused by his surprise.

Though the soft crunch under paw pads made Gryffin's attention wander once more to the entrance of the beautiful silver femme. Gryffin noted her, once a stumbling young pup, so immature was she that she had once rolled and romped right into a balkar, Gryffin grinned but now she had grown, in both strength and form. Her journey and growth greater then any other in the pack. Her confidence had rose and no longer was she a timid shell of the pup she remembered. She would make a fine emissarry. "It's nice of you to join us Silent" Gryffin spoke then turned to Drathlic "I'd like you too meet your new beta femme" Gryffin spoke eyes turning to Silent. She grinned a hidden tease in her emerald optics