Tornado & Vivek

The alpha and his son loped into the prime hunting grounds of their territory. With his pack growing, Tornado decided to seek out the larger prey. He headed for small lake where he'd search for moose. Since his pack hadn't hunted them much at all, he hoped there would be at least one that would make a good target.

Vivek mimicked his father's actions. His muzzle was to the ground now and then before being tilted into the wind to search it for scents. He used all his senses to try and locate prey.

Alder Whisper

Alder Whisper loped along after the alpha, taking in the sites. She slowed, waiting for Nightcrawler. Her ears were errect, eyes bright but her expression calm and contented. She would await orders from the alpha upon sighting the prey; she kept her nose alert, and gathered her knowledge of a position in a hunt she had had her entire life-that of the herder. She knew her methods well, having practiced them a dozen times, long from failure unless the prey was in too good of health. Otherwise, it truly was practice, and her last mistake had been in the age of two and third. She felt prouder still, again running her possible future actions in her mind.

Winters Night

She had reterned to the packlands and followed the others to the game trails. She padded over to where the others were and sat.

Alder Whisper

Alder Whisper looked at the female, using her auds instead of her nose. She looked in the direction of sound eagerly, hoping it to be Nightcrawler. Instead, it was a stranger; she smelled the banner of the pack upon the female, and instantly relax. Still, she was slightly disappointed; where was Nightcrawer? She glanced at her alpha, to see what he was doing, back towards the curious-ing female, and in the direction they all had come from in the central parts of the territory, hopefully.

Nightcrawler

He was a bit late at arriving, but he came as quick as he could. Silent and swift, he approached the stalking pack with his head lowered to shoulder level. He flashed a friendly smile to Winters Night, glad that she was alright after the encounter with the humans. He still worried though about the others. Afraid talking might betray their presence to possible prey, Nightcrawler didn't say a word. His bright eyes and body language showed what sound could not anyway. He walked beside Alder Whisper now, hoping to make her feel more secure in the pack.

Winters Night

She sent a freindly smile back to Nightcrawler in return. She hadent met Alden yet so she padded over. She was sure to keep her voice quiet so she wouldent scare off any potential prey. "Hello. I dont belive we met. Im Winters Night, wo might you be?" She asked in a freindly yet quiet voice. She then glanced to Nightcrawler. "And how have you been?" She asked. She hadent really gotten to talk befor because as soon as she returned from her long leave of absence there was the human threat.

Alder Whisper

Alder Whisper smiled slightly at the female; she wagged her tail a bit, giving Nightcrawler a very warm expression. She felt comforted immediately by her friend's appearance. She glanced at the alpha, docking her ears-she slid them sideways then back, quick as you please-unsure of talking. Nightcrawler's body language said he wasn't about to say anything, verbally, as well as a few other things; she was more than happy to follow suite.

Still, she knew better, manner-wise. Her voice hushed, she blurred the excitement, afraid it could make her tone higher pitched. She spoke clearly, and though fast, was easy to be understood. Words quiet, she replied. "I am Alder Whisper, Whisper for short. T'is good to meet you, Winters Night; I am new here, as I'm sure you've figured." She added a sheepish smile.

In another reply to Nightcrawler, she gave him a friendly nuzzle under his chin; this mainly said she was glad to see him, comforted by his arrival. She felt sheer happiness, trust, and comfort, not to mention more pride than thought possible when he was around.

*Moose*

In a dense stand of dwarf trees and shrubs there was a small band of moose. There were three cows and two bulls.

The two bulls, nearly equal in size but not the biggest in the area, began to fight. They were competing for the three cows that grazed casually nearby.

Kivo & Tahirah

The two young adults soon caught up to the pack. With Tahirah traveling infront of her brother, they took their place in line beside their adoptive mother, Winters Night.

Kivo heard the clatter of the bull's racks as they slammed together and wrestled. In his excitement, he began to run towards the distant noise. Tahirah rushed forward and grabbed the side of her brother's thick neck between her jaws. A moment later, Kivo was flipped on the ground.

A low, hardly audible growl escaped her throat as she looked with intense eyes down at her brother. Kivo tucked his tail between his legs and began to speak. Tahirah growled louder and narrowed her eyes so that Kivo understood that he was to be silent. For a moment longer she stood over him, then abruptly turned and trotted back to Winters Night as if nothing had happened.

Kivo scrambled to his feet with his head held humbly low and his lanky tail tucked between his legs. He wasn't hurt at all, but shaken by his sister's actions. Still, he had to learn. Carrying himself low, the pit bull continued to follow the pack, but stayed behind his sister and Winters Night.

Alder Whisper

Alder Whisper watched the sister and brother quietly, then as it was over, she waited for Nightcrawler before following ahead with the pack. Kivo was a born leader, it seemed; she had kept her brother in line, as a leader would be. She could see the young male pup as a beta, or second in command, perhaps. Contented with her thoughts, she waited on her friend, patiently. Her expression nor posture, besides the movements of her eyes and an occasional ear-flick, changed.

Tornado & Vivek

Tornado was vaguely listening to his pack when they spoke and the brief scuffle between Tahirah and her brother. The alpha changed his coarse and led the pack in a very wide circle around the moose while keeping down wind. He glanced back at his hunters to see just who was there. Again he was distressed to see that Aliyyah and Lily weren' among them.

Vivek followed his father closely, still mimicking his movements and following his silent orders.

Tornado again looked back at his pack, signaling them to spread out slightly. Now he looked back at the moose, trying to remember the landscape and figure out how best to attack.

Nightcrawler

"Quite well." he replied to Winters Night in a whispering tone that was hardly audible. "How about you?" The light smile stayed fixed to his mug, depicting his friendly nature whcih he was so apt to show around his good friends. Then his nightly-hued tail was flicked once over Alder Whisper's back; a happily returned gesture to her nuzzle.

Tornado had then signled the pack in the direction of the quarry. Since he hadn't hunting moose much with his pack, Nightcrawler kept a constant vigile on his pack's actions; especially Tornado's. The lithe wolf drifted soundlessly several yards to the right of his alpha and waited. Attention flickered between prey and pack.

Alder Whisper

Alder Whisper gave Nightcrawler another cheerful glance, but kept to orders. She went the opposite direction as he, creeping low, going around directly behind the moose. She was used to her normal herding position, chasing it into the fangs of the pack. She watched the alpha intently, but kept an aud on the prey; she must be wary of a movement of either, and a signal from the alpha.. As she was used to, perhaps to give chase.

Winters Night

Winters Night watched her two adopted children's scuffle. When it was over she looked back to Nightcrawler and smiled softly. "Ive been good. Ive missed you and the pack." She then followed after Tornado and the others silently waiting for a signal.

Tornado & Vivek

He had been holding off the attack in hopes his mate would arrive, but she didn't. They couldn't wait forever though, so he made a move. Looking quickly at his pack, he signaled them to rush the three cows. He knew they would either turn and run, or stand and fight. There they could expose weakness. Tornado rushed a straight line at them, watching them carefully while also keeping his senses alert to the fighting males.

Vivek rushed eagerly forward with his father.

Alder Whisper

Alder Whisper leapt into a full lope, posture higher to look hopefully bigger to the prey. She watched both moose and alpha carefully, 'following' in her own place towards the cows. She leapt happily at them, showing her fangs slightly, and bristling a little. She glanced then, at her closest friend.

Tahirah & Kivo

The two burst out from hiding, heading directly for the prey. Tahirah made no noise as she rushed, but her hackles were up and she was ready to attack any one that she could catch.

Kivo charged with a chorus of deep, gruff barks. He couldn't quite keep speed to his more agile sister, but he was stronger. When ever he got a hold, he was likely to keep it.

Alder Whisper

Alder Whisper was encouraged by the younger wolves, and sized up the nearest cow, looking to run away. She glanced at the bulls to see if they had noted any thing, and at Nightcrawler; she sent yet another smile his way. Upon returning to the attacks, as though in slow motion, her ears flicked in slight embarassment. She shouldn't just corner herself with him-she should try to open herself to the other wolves, as well. She sighed, inside, thoughts blurring in her mind, realizations and wondering as she ran towards the prey.

Nightcrawler

He was encouraged by the smile and ran near her, but not so near as to leave a large gap between him and another fellow pack member to his other side. He searched each cow quickly with his eyes, seeking out with the keen sense that wolves have for any weakness. He also kept a focus on those around.

Tornado & Vivek

Tornado was in the middle of his rush when a howl caught his attention. It was a familiar and not too welcome call; he had to investigate, but didn't want to leave the hunt. Oh how he wished his mate were here now! "Target the weakest one, if any are!" he gave a sharp bark, "I will return shortly."

He desperately didn't want to leave his pack hunting without at least one alpha there to help coordinate things, but he had no choice. The howl he heard wasn't a welcome one, and he must defend his pack and terra. Tornado headed for the Central lands.

*Moose*

The three cows stood their ground for just a brief moment until they saw just how many wolves were coming. With a dainty upwards toss of her head, the largest cow turned and began to run. Her long legs and knowledge of this land made it easy for her to outdistance the wolves. The other two followed her example and began to run as well. It doesn't appear they have any injuries, but they may be chased more to test their stamina and health.

One bull had turned when he heard the barks of the dogs. But his opponent had been so flustered by the fight that he hadn't noticed, and attacked the other. The slightly smaller bull had been caught off guard and nearly thrown to the ground as the defender's antler rammed the side of his head and neck. Now fully enraged once more, he stood and took up the fight again, but now with a bloodied head and neck. He hadn't seen the pack or cows leave yet; he had just heard them.

Alder Whisper

Alder Whisper changed course; she used her tail to signal what she was up to. She circled around the two bulls, studying the injured male quickly and carefully. Both were distracted by each other; as long as she and perhaps even her companions were careful, perhaps they could take down one or both bulls. If striken carefully and effectively, the bull last alive could possibly lock antlers with the heavy weight of the further injured or dead bull, and die as well. Double food for the pack, and a chance to prove herself worthy.

She moved, looking as though she was dancing; her movements both readied her, told the rest of what she was up to, and kept her tense and cautious. She watched the injured bull more than the lively one, as it could prove another injury, or at least recieve another. She showed the bulls she was intent on watching the two-prey could sense danger, she knew this. She was careful; perhaps the uninjured bull would see her, and try to finish the other quickly.. Perhaps even leading to his own death. Alder Whisper hoped at least one would fall to the pack.

Nightcrawler

He chased the cows a short distance more after seeing what Alder Whisper was up to. If the cows stayed too near, he feared the bulls would stand their ground more fiercely to protect them. Doubling back, he sprinted nimbly around the opposite side and eyed the two fighting beasts with intense stares. He contantly kept his feet moveing beneath him and watched for a charge from either bull.

Alder Whisper

Alder Whisper noted Nightcrawler's actions, and moved near him. "I hope they finish soon," she muttered, tone tense but calm. She gave him a refreshing smile. She returned her main view on the two bulls, now tensly fighting.

Verita'

Vixen heard the battle cries and slipped in among her comrades, ready.

*Moose*

The larger bull spotted the wolves finally and turned his full attention to them. The smaller of the two saw his chance and made a rush at his opponent, but it was a bad choice.

Already in a heated mood, the larger of the bulls was in no temperment to deal with the younger bull while wolves were around. His antlers were lowered and he met the other's charge with greater force. The smack of the antlers crashing together told of their power, and the younger bull was thrown off his balance. The larger one, satisfied that the youth knew his place now, took a charge at the wolves.

Alder Whisper

Alder Whisper grinned, scattering. A wise bull. She turned tail after it, keeping clear of the kicking feet, meerily chasing it, since she was quite close. To show it she wasn't really interested in it, she turned around after a quick bark, and ran straight at the younger bull. She hoped and tried to land an attack on it before it rose. (If she was successful:) She dove in, biting it's ears and shaking it's ears to stall it. She kept it down, or tried to, at least, jumping back and forth over it, careful of it's antlers. She stalled, waiting for the pack to attack as well.. She tried to watch for Nightcrawler, her close friend.

Vivek

Vivek joined in on the attack after a brief pause. His mother was back! But... he had to help end this hunt; his father would be their to meet Aliyyah anyway.

Nimbly avoiding the larger of the two moose, Vivek aided Alder Whisper's attack by lunging in to snap at the flank and haunches of the fallen young bull. He knew enough to keep a close eye on those deadly hooves and spring away if he was kicked out.

Tahirah & Kivo

Tahirah went for the downed moose as well. The pit bull tried to seize a hold on the neck or shoulder.

Kivo followed his sister into the attack. Barking again in a deep, bellowing voice, he targeted the haunch like Vivek was. But instead of the wolfish snaps and slashes, Kivo went for a sturdy bite.

Alder Whisper

Alder had another idea, and quickly shifted. Though it wasn't much, she practically laid down on the deer's side, between its shoulders and hind quarters. She took the chance then to look around and give out a small call for Nightcrawler. Where was he? It was half of a howl, half a whine and bark, one of her odder mixes; one could tell it was a plea for the arrival of the Named One, in which this case was Nightcrawler.

She felt excited and happy by the adolescents' efforts, and did as much as she could to help, helping the male by her pinning down of the animal. She did this to perhaps stablize him, hold him still while the younger ones ended his life, fast as they could. She knew the others would be just as much help, if they acted quick enough. She felt as though the deer were slowly giving, but who could know? It was possible to be hope.

Nightcrawler

While the others went swiftly for the fallen beast, Nightcrawler danced entisingly infront of the bull moose. Keeping quick on his feet, he aimed to lead the huge creature's rush away from his comrads. Upon hearing Alder Whisper's call, Nightcrawler wheeled around and headed for them. His striking yellow orbs glanced back now and then to make sure the larger bull wasn't following.

The ebony wolf went for the snout of the creature where he could bite into the tender nose and hinder its breathing.

*Moose*

The larger bull slowed down his rush and stood for a minute to watch the wolves. He stamped a hoof to the ground and shook his large head in an intimidating way. If the younger male had been one of the cows, the bull would try to defend her from the wolves. But this was his rival and his cows had now run off. With a snort, he turned and ran off to round up his cows.

The younger bull thrashed and kicked out his long, powerful legs. Teeth tore into him here and there, spilling his hot blood and making him panic. He tried to get up, but Alder Whisper was on his side, two pit bulls had a clinging hold, and Nightcrawler was yanking at his snout. And although Vivek had no continuous hold, his fangs tore relentlessly at the bull's backside where powerful muscles lay.

Shock was begining to set in, and could kill him if the wolves kept up their attacks. But for now, he was fighting strong and kicking out in hopes of loosening someone's hold so he could stagger up onto his feet.

Alder Whisper

Alder Whisper was heartened by just the sight of Nightcrawler. She stayed upon the moose, and dug canine claws into him, in a bit of a 'scratching' method. She knew it would give him only that, scratches, but it was still useful. She bit at his shoulder, and the base of his neck, hoping the young bull's body would just give. She hated the part of the prey's struggle, not liking to make them suffer, even though they were the prey. Still, a wolf must be fed, and now she had a pack to help keep up. She must do her duty; this reknewed her vigor efforts, giving her stronger desire to beat the prey at the game of life. She glanced up when she could at Nightcrawler, tail wagging partly at those times, and when she went back to the prey a few seconds after, her efforts doubled with her cheerful spirit.

Vivek

Vivek ended his attacks to the creature's flanks and instead choose the neck. Witht the moose on the ground and Nightcrawler bringing his head back, it would be easier to go for. Vivek went to clamp his jaws on the throat, just past the jaw bone. He was seeking to crush or severe the vital organs there.

Tornado

The alpha hunter returned after speaking to an old enemy and then meeting his mate again. In good spirits, he came sprinting across the ground where he last saw his pack and the moose herd.

Seeing the bull was on the ground now, Tornado sprung upon the creature and slashed at its flesh, helping to further restrain and kill it quickly.

Aliyyah

Aliyyah was slower, due to her leg injury, but she still helped. Fallowing her mate she lunged to the bull moose's shoulder, tearing into it with her teeth.

*Moose*

The struggled for a few moments longer, but felt his energy decrease and his pain subside in a dull sensation. His struggles grew less and less until finally they ceased at all. He was dead.

Nightcrawler

Nightcrawler held intently to the moose's snout a few moments after it had died; just to make sure. Once he was sure they had killed it, he released and beamed a happy look to Alder Whisper with his tail swaying lightly from side to side. As he flicked his tongue out to clean the blood from his muzzle, Nightcrawler turned his eyes upon his alphas. Instantly, his ears went back a touch and his expression was marked by an expression of submission

Alder Whisper

Alder Whisper returned his smile quickly, stepping over the moose upon rising from it. She stood close beside him, wagging her tail briefly, and nudging him in a friendly, happy way. She too, then looked at the alphas, lowering her head partly, and her posture; submission shown in her face. She looked and met eyes with first the alpha male, then the alpha female, and looked away. Of course, she looked back to them, each of them, smiling and showing she was happy. Her new packmates were good teammates; she would live well here. She wagged her tail again, and smiled at Nightcrawler once more before changing her posture to submission.

Aliyyah

Aliyyah let go of her grip on the moose and looked over at her son, "Vivek!" She said with a smile, licking his cheek lovingly.

Tornado & Vivek

Vivek pinned his ears back and in return, licked his mother. "I was worried about you!" he exclaimed, then noticed the wound on her leg, "Are you alright?"

Tornado could see that the others were very obedient to Aliyyah and himself, which made him all the more grateful for their presence here. He flashed them a faint smile and showed no dominance other than holding his tail high. He would allow them to eat together with him; they had done most of the work anyway.

Aliyyah

Aliyyah smiled at her son, "I'm fine, I'm sorry I made your worry." With that she turned to the other's, smiling a greeting to them. Some of them she hadn't met before, and other's she new very well. Like her mate, the only sign of dominance she showed was holding

Alder Whisper

Alder Whisper wagged her tail, and bowed her head and front to her alphas, briefly. She looked at the drappa/alpha female, whom she did not yet know. She met her eyes for a moment, showing friendly-ness, but looked away and diagonally-downwards to show submission and respect. She looked back to her once more, smiled, and wagged her tail; she was happy to have joined this pack, and would stop at nothing to help it. "I am Alder Whisper," she said, tone quiet and kind. She glanced at Nightcrawler; she would wait until he began eating. She stretched, quieting her tensed muscles, her hydrinolin, and the will to replay it again, such excitement it was, this hunt! It had been a long while since she had helped hunt a large prey, larger than a young deer only a year of age, or smaller.

Nightcrawler

His tail waved a bit and he flashed a pleasant smile to Alder Whisper. Keeping his ebony ears back slightly and his form held respecibly low, he tore at the hide and flesh and then began to eat. While flickering his attention from one wolf to another, he was sure that he left plenty of space for them, especially Alder Whisper.

Alder Whisper

Alder Whisper mimicked her friend, though a foot away; wolves, she knew, liked their space, or so she had learned long before. She ate slowly, enjoying the taste of large game again, yet still carefully, as not to take any chances of wasting any meat in shards. Food could not be wasted, for when it was, it seemed to disappear. She glanced around at the others once in awhile, ears and tail in submission, but her longest glances and most affectionate were towards her alphas of course, and Nightcrawler. She felt safest with him, closely followed by the alphas and then the rest of her pack. Her relationship 'levels' were mainly judged by how long she had known a wolf, and smaller descriptions of their behavior could be a plus or minus, to her, in her opinion of heart. Once in a while, her tail wagged, though barely; she was truely happy.

Tornado & Vivek

Tornado growled happily as he ate, tearing at the flesh and swallowing mouthfulls of the red meat. His eyes would flicker from member to member, making sure they held their respected distances. Once the alpha's stomach was buldging with food, he stepped away from the kill and stretched slightly before announcing something to the pack, "Once you are done eating, meat back at the Central lands." Although he normally slept after a feast, there was something lingering on his mind that he just could wait for any longer.

Vivek finished soon as well. After licking at his crimson-stained mug, he headed for the Central pack lands after his father.