Black Wonder

The black mare looked around for Battlecry, wishing to talk to him. She knew Battlecry felt left out, and maybe a bit nervous. "Battlecry?" Black Wonder called, standing on her ridge casually. The Thoroughbred sighed softly, a bit nervous of what Caleo would think. He was very defensive over her, and Wonder knew it. Wonder wanted to make Battlecry feel important, and decided to promote him to lead warrior.

Battlecry

The big black heard his name being called by Wonder. He sighed. She probably would lecture him about his rudeness...

As he trotted up, he thought about the other horse, Caleo. It was strange. He seemed very protective of Wonder, and Battle remembered how the stallion had glared at him. He got the feeling that Caleo wasn't so fond of him.

WHne he reached Black Wonder, he pricked his ears forward slightly, to catch what she said and to show friendliness. He tried to pick up his shattered self confidence and then said, "You called me?" He wouldn't jump to conclusions anymore, especially not after that episode with Comet.

Black Wonder

Black Wonder smiled briefly at the Thoroughbred stallion, flicking her tail. "I know you are new to the wild," Wonder started off slowly, "But, now that we have grown, I want you to be my lead warrior. You will basically lead most of our raids on human lands, to free animals. As you know, you only break out the animals that wish to be free. If they don't, leave them be." Black Wonder waited for Battlecry's reply, hoping he would accept such a high role.

Black Wonder

With that, Wonder smiled and walked away. "Go talk with your warriors, Battlecry. Maybe you can lead a raid today."

Battlecry

Battle began to shake with excitement and happiness. Him, a leader! Of the warriors! He couldn't believe it! Before Wonder walked away, he asked her, "Who are my warriors? And where do I raid?" He couldn't keep the feeling of importance away. Him, a leader!

Mercury & Others

Mercury, Autograph and Stryker where the first to respond, trotting up to the new lead warrior. Mercury smiled briefly and timidly, her pregnant belly swollen. "I am, but I am in foal. When this foal is born, then I will serve my duties, sir," Mercury replied softly.

Autograph and Stryker stood proud and tall, chests puffed out. Curlin, Barbaro, Mumbo Jumbo and Hollywood Film all trotted up, Riddle was the final able-bodied warrior to come up. "We are!" They chorused, smiling devilishly. Barbaro stepped up, "I say we attack the Unknown Corral! I hear there is going to be a auction of horses! We can break them all free!"

Battlecry

Battle smiled proudly when the three horses responded. He said, "Welcome, and thank you for coming. Yes, the Unknown Corrals sound like an excellent place to attack. But first we need a bigger army assembled." Battle then turned toward the horses grazing below and shouted,"All able bodied horses! I call you to come and fight to free the horses and other equines of the Unknown Corral! Come to me only if you are strong in heart, courage, and muscle! " He caught his breath, flared his nostrils and turned back to Mercury, Autograph, and Stryker. "Please, I have a job for you three. If you would please carry the message to our allies and any other horses who you know would support us. We will need the support."