Saulk & Tersek
Inside his broad chest, Saulk's heart was racing. A whirlwind of emotions raged within, all belied by the calm facade that he'd learned to wear so well. At nearly a year and a half of age, Saulk wasn't quite in his prime, but the grizzle-coated hybrid was already at an impressive weight that had just peaked one-hundred and ten pounds, with plenty of room left to grow.
Large, solid paws carried his honed mass across the temple floor, leaving the chamber where he and his grandsire had been talking so that he could approach the raised platform that Tersek and Senka often stood on to address the pack. Dense, dull claws clacked against the stone as he moved, until his front paws rested at the front edge of the raised terrace.
"Haunters!" A rough bark shifted into a howl, "Assemble at the main Temple!" Saulk's bold announcement was soon backed by a second, deeper howl - Tersek ambled up beside his grandson to add his voice as well.
Senka
Senka was already in the temple mostly healed from her fight with Hades. She was on said platform when Saulk came up. She raised a brow at him. She wasn't amused that Saulk made the announcement. Terserk what is the meaning of this he is not a leader he does not make the call for the assempling of the hauntersShe said standing up. Get dwon SaulkShe said. Her tail flicked as she eyed Terserk now.
Saulk, Tersek, & Others
Saulk allowed his head to dip down, expressing submission to Senka's orders. Though he glanced back once at his sire, the grizzled wolfdog stepped down and placed himself at the edge of the platform.
"I have good reason." The elder co-lead responded back. His gaze swept the Temple, noting that Zanarah and Leomar were now padding in, with Velvet and Blackmist not far behind. Starbane hadn't appeared yet, but a rustling of wings announced Cedarwood's arrival, with Dally coasting in a few moments later.
A frown darkened Tersek's gaze at the lowly turnout; he'd hoped Lupanare would have appeared, but like her son Moon, she'd vanished without a trace. Gone too were Aizen and his family, Sera, and Tyrant's kids. The big hybrid eased back on his haunches, the scowl remaining plastered on his whitened mug. Finally, he addressed Senka again, "This is my sixteenth summer with the Haunters, there's no denying that I'm getting older, and slower than I use to be." There was almost a growl embedded in his words, as if speaking them caused the old wolf physical pain. "I can't keep up with the pack well enough to.. make the best decisions, or join them on missions. So many of our own have gone missing, and we don't have the resources to find them." He now looked to Saulk, his dual-colored gaze fastened on the grandson that looked so much like a lightened replica of himself. "I'd like Saulk to take my position if there are no objections, or hold a vote. He's prepared to make his case, if everyone will hear him out."
Senka
She listened to this and still shook her head. ** It still no reason for him to make the call. And a vote as well as anyone else who might want to step up are to be given the chance to. This is not a one day process as is Terserk** she understood his reasoning but it wasn't Saulks place. **Step off the platform Saulk please** she said**if you are stepping down then anyone can choose to step up** she looked at the few haunters who remained **take the next few days to decide if you would want to lead as my partner. Till then I'm capable of taking care of the leader's duties** she said
Tersek & Others
"He did so with my permission, it's something the two of us have been discussing in private." Tersek explained, while signalling Saulk with a firm nod to step further from the platform. The younger hybrid obeyed the will of both leaders, moving a few more feet from the platform so as not to overstep his bounds. Tersek continued, "I think it'd be fitting for me to take Cavan's old role as Captain. My mind is still sharp, and I can assist you and the new Co-Lead in any tactical preparations that might come up."
Saulk waited until the two had finished their words before he spoke up, holding Senka's gaze while mindfully keeping his tail low, "I know I'm ready to lead beside you, Leader Senka. And as Tersek mentioned, I'd be more than happy to give a speach to you and the rest of the Haunters about it, if it's requested." He bowed his head then and took a set, settling his dense tail neatly along his left haunch.
"Hnn, it's settled then." Tersek spoke up once more, raising his voice to be better heard by the crowd gathered. "In three day's time, we'll gather here again for a vote. And if anyone else feels worthy of the position, be prepared to take the stage." Two-toned eyes danced to Senka, "While the pack is gathered, is there any thing you want to say, before they're dismissed?"
Dally preened his feathers while listening, not too concerned with the proceedings. Cedarwood likewise wasn't too interested in these happenings, and more curious about where Tracey was. Half-listening to Senka and the others, the chocolate eagle bobbed his head this way and that, seeing if he could catch sight of the larger raptor.
Leomar showed a little more interest in the discussion, though he had no desire to step up and try for such a lofty position. He was happy as a Coalition member, and his only concern was voting for the leader that would guarantee the most opportunities to fight.
With her own title as the pack's Oracle, Velvet also had no desire to switch roles, and merely listened attentively to what was said. Zanarah pondered the possibility, but let the idea go in favor of playing a quieter role in the pack.
Blackmist too held no interest, mostly because of her age, and partly because her unofficial role was more as a peacekeeper in the pack, rather than one of authority or tough decision making.
Senka
She shakes her body a bit out. It still was not his place to make the call. Talk of position is not just a privet matter TerserkShe said calmly. As of right now we are on a what would you called it a very shaky truce of sorts with the Makucha. However, I do not want that to make anyone lax if you see one around. you are to avoid them at all costs. She said. Maelertech has joined Nemu for anyone that was wondering.She said.
Tracey was up on a raft watching.
Tersek & Others
Senka had the attentive ears and eyes of the pack listening. Of all of them, it was mainly Leomar who seemed a little put off by the announcement of the Makucha. He didn't complain - that would take effort - but he was irritated at any order that kept him from brawling with enemies.
Blackmist was hesitantly hopeful at hearing this however, for she knew their pack had lost too many members, and had so few youngbloods in it to endure much more fighting. Once Senka had stopped talking, she'd turned to Zanarah to quietly discuss the matter.
For Cedarwood, his mind was on other things. He hoisted himself off the ground with a thrust of his legs and glided to the perch where Tracey stood. The eagle side-stepped his way closer to her, "Tracey, how's it going? Can I ask you a question?