Hydras & Pack

Scaria had kept in touch with her blood pack via Mesa during her absence. Before Hydras and the others ever reached the boarders of the pack, they knew that Scaria had been accepted. They knew also that she had four new pups, born just hours ago.

Keeping track of all the orders she had assigned to various members, Hydras moved slowly across the border of the Ochotona Mountains pack. Her head was high, but not so high as to challenge the rulers of the land. After traveling a ways in, she stopped and sent forth a howl.

Bullet stood near his sister, holding himself considerably lower as he waited the response of their allies.

Eytan

The call of ones unknown brought Eytan to his feet, nose twitching to catch the scents of two wolves not of his pack. But still, they smelled very like Scaria, and so he immediately understood they were here to confirm the alliance with his pack. So he let out a responding note and began to swiftly forge his way through the blind world, old familiarity with his homeland allowing him to move more quickly than usual. When his nose told him he neared the strangers, he slowed, coming to a halt a scant six feet from them.

His dial was held high with the title of his land, but he did give Hydras a deep nod as to equal alphen, and Bullet a soft smile of greeting, as he spoke. You must be friends of Scaria's. Welcome to my lands.

Lyckos and Vitani

Lyckos seemed to be in a much better mood after the good news had reached the den. It seemed to counter-balance the effect Aaka's death had had on him and the pack. It was about time some good news came to them.

Padding up beside Hydras, the alpha male brushed against his mate, only just catching Eytan's words. Unknown to him that the other alpha was blind, Lyckos greeted the wolf with a smile. However he didn't say anything, deciding to leave the speaking to Hydras.

Vitani came alongside Bullet, wagging her tail in happiness. She was smiling, and secretly hoping they could go and see Scaria and her new pups. She was still too young to be thinking about pups, she was more concerned with living her own life. Though she was well into adulthood, Vitani still had at least a few more months, before she would start craving the love of her own children.

Hydras & Bullet

"Family, actually - she is my niece." Hydras responded, bowing her head slightly. Like her mate, she didn't yet realize that Eytan's vision was gone. "I am Hydras, alpha female of the Shadow Lurkers." After this, the hybrid gave a pause to allow Lyckos to introduce himself as well before she would go on.

Bullet remained quiet, though his excitement to see his new little nieces and nephews made it hard to stay perfectly calm. As the introductions were being made, he caught a quick glance from Hydras, and a knowing look was exchanged between the two. She wanted him and Vitani gone so that the three alphas could talk alone.

Bullet took a step back and nudged Vitani, "We can go see Scaria now. I think I know where she might be." It had been a while since he was last in this land, back when Kachina was still alive, but he still vaguely recalled where the main den was located. Still keeping himself low, he skirted around the alphas and headed for the Den Site.

Eytan

A surprised smile and brush of his tail lit the tired features of the alpha, and his voice rumbled with warmth. Well! It is a pleasure to meet you, then, Hydras, aunt of Scaria. Please, all of you... make yourself at home in my lands, and speak with my children, Gavan and Astra, if you should need anything. I am sure Scaria will be delighted to see all of you.

His nose twitched as he memorized the smells of all these, so he would remember they were allies. He waited until the others had taken off to see Scaria before speaking to Hydras and Lyckos. Well, I know this isn't merely a pleasure visit. Pray, tell me what is on your mind. His lone ear twitched up to catch anything they might say.

Lyckos & Vitani

Lyckos waited as Hydras introduced herself, then took her silence as a que for him to do so. "My name is Lyckos, alpha male of the Shadow Lurkers. Thank you for your pleasant hospitality."

Vitani took a step back when she was nudged by Bullet, taking the hint. With a nod, and a wag of her tail, she was off after her pack mate.

With Vitani and Bullet now out of the way, Eytan got down to business. Lyckos glanced to his mate, a sign that meant he would stay quiet, unless the need arose for him to speak.

Hydras

"Your offers are gracious, Eytan, thank you." When all the formalities were done with, Hydras turned a bit more serious, though by no means was she threatening. "With Scaria and her young here, you are part of our extended family now. And as a family, we expect justness, kindess, and loyalty from all our members, and the same can be expected from us to you." Hydras gave a moment of silence to let her words sink in. "During times of war, we fight together, just as we shall celebrate together during times of joy. I was very grateful to see members from your own pack at our last battle, and you can expect the same from us. We share allies, and so we shall share enemies. Your battles are our battles."

Eytan

Eytan's mood also faded into a more serious tone, but everything that Hydras said met with distinct approval on his part. When she was through speaking, he let his voice flow softly. Yes, I understand completely. As I was just saying to Fyre, we already have an indirect link with you through Mother Karai, who is a great friend of your own Moon Spirit, which is why our pack members were present at the battle. This only strengthens the tie between us. May we always find fortune in our mingled destinies. The words were again, the formal ones necessary for the situation, but his face smiled and his tail twitched, twice against the ground, because he could see the advantage of this alliance. Very well. 'Til death part us all, we are allies. But perhaps you might name your enemies for me, that we might keep an eye on them. The Haunters, I am sure, are not friendly to you, but are there any more?

Hydras

At hearing Karai's name, Hydras gave a faint smile and nod. And then it was on to the enemies. "We have recently recieved word from the Avengers that there is a new pack that threatens them. The Sombra Cazadores, whom live at the Breve Ridges." No sooner did she say this than a call rang out from the west. This brought her hackles to a stand as a snarl played on her throat, "Speak of the devil..."

Hydras raised her muzzle up and returned the cry, though this was to rally her own pack members and send them to the Shadow Hedge. "I doubt we will need all too many forces, but if you can spare any, it would be appriciated." The alphess said, not wanting to obligate Eytan in sending too many of his pack out to help, when there were new pups to protect. That, and she didn't yet realize that the Sombras were allianced with the Haunters.

With a look to her mate, Hydras bounded away.

Eytan*Gavan*Astra

The call interrupted his listening, and as Hydras explained all, he loosed a call of his own, bringing his two elder children to him. Go with them. Represent our pack in the battle of our allies. That short sentence sent both Astra and Gavan away, without questioning what they were fighting for. If Da said to do something, it was done. End of story.

Lyckos

With a simple nod to Eytan, Lyckos quickly followed his mate.