Hydras & Pack While Argolis was exploring a dried-out can of blue paint, with Lerna close at his heels, Hydras took the time to address her pack once more. A brief but authorative howl was issued to assemble the members once more.

Aidan, having been previously summoned to the Den by Black Feather, entered the building on cue. Behind him came Rue, Serach, Shark, and Quaidah - his four remaining offspring from last year. The group of five was embraced by friendly and enthusiastic nuzzle-greetings from Bullet, Skeil, and the others before they seated themselves around Hydras.

Ankh came next, with Hatch and Desmon close in suite. Resting in an upstairs room were his two newest offsrping with Snowy Owl.

Scaria, having grown quite accustom to the Lurkers after her abrupt separation from her mother, did her best to round up Quake, Camden, Argolis, and Lerna and bring them to joing the group. Mo< While Pirqua remained with her four hatchlings, Mesa and Black Feather entered the building and perched on a rafter above the canines.

Snowy Owl, Honthale, Artemisia, & Donte

Leaving her two new pups for just a brief moment, Snowy Owl exited the room and stood at the walkway. From there, she sat down and cocked her snowy ears towards the group, listening intently to what would be said.

Honthale joined his brothers in the congregation, seating himself nearer to Hatch.

Artemisia and Donte squeaked and crawled about, startled by the sudden disappearance of their mother.

,hr> Hydras & Pack

Assured the that others would be in soon, Hydras began her speech, "As you all know, the Lurker family has grown quite a bit in recent times. While this is certanily good news, it puts us in strain with the humans and local food supply. For this reason, Ankh, Snowy Owl, and any who wish to follow, are moving out to Lost Valley to establish a new pack. You will still be under the Lurker banner, however." She paused to flash a look to Snowy Owl before speaking again, "At this point in time, I have come to the understanding that the Haunters have withdrawn their hold on the outlining regions of the Valley, and have moved back into the Ruins. We must win over as many allies as we can as they fill in the open territories. We also need to secure an alliance with the new pack in the upper temple of the Croals."

Desmon stepped forward, dipping his head as usual in respect for his alphas, "I will speak with them."

Scaria came forward as well, "I will check with new packs for allies."

"No, Scaria. If you go anywhere, you must have someone with you. For now, remain here." Hydras said sternly, then nodded to Desmon, "Go ahead, but becareful. Pirqua will go with you."

At this time, Ankh stood up, "We'd best head out then. Who ever wants to follow is more than welcome too." The ebony hybrid sauntered up the stairs, where he picked up Artemisia. Brushing lightly against his mate, he headed back down stares and out of the den.

"Rue and Shark, you two are to accompany your uncle. Remain in the pack until I inform you otherwise." Hydras ordered, looking to her nieces as they sat alertly near their father. "Mesa will be joining you."

With the commands given, Rue and Shark nuzzled their father before heading out after Ankh. Shadowing them from above with Mesa, keeping a lookout for danger on the journey to the new home.

Lyckos, Quake, Camden, Kalion, Satan, Vitani, Kuro and Suki

Scaria's efforts worked, eventually. Camden and Quake rocketed into the den halfway through their mother's speech. Camden, the second to arrive, lost his footing and accidently tackled his brother. The pair slid across the floor and into Bullet with yelps and growls. Camden, appologetically, looked up at his uncle and grinned sheepishly. "Sorry, I slipped..." A mumble from beneath him could be heard as a black paw batted Camden round the head. "Get. Off. Me" Came the distinct, if slightly muffled request of his brother.

Lyckos entered the den just as Hydras started her speech. In a respective silence, he came to stand beside her watching the pack gather and his sons cause a bit of a disturbance at the back of the room. He narrowed his eyes, but would wait until Hydras' orders had been carried out before doing anything. Once she had finished, he nuzzled her and watched as the pack split.

Kuro and Suki sat at the back, and once Ankh and Snowy Owl got up to leave, the pair joined them, as did Satan. Vitani however, left her fathers side to stay with the rest of the pack here.

Kalion glanced round for Sequioa, before deciding to remain here, unless told otherwise. He came up beside Scaria whilst she spoke with Hydras. "I'll go with her, if you like."