Nirvana [he/him]

[Cubs][Heritage]
𝐑𝐔𝐋𝐄𝐒
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Original Owner: G1 Tobiano 8BO tawnyCollar (#251887)

‣ Don't chase/kill/reserve
‣ Don't *remove* decor/markings/etc without asking for the group's approval.
‣ You may *add* decor/markings/etc as long as it fits her theme.
‣ Cubs go to the person who bred her. If you receive the lioness, and she has cubs from another player that haven't weaned yet, you must send them back to the person who bred them once they are weaned.
‣ If the lioness is in your possession keep her lore up-to date if any is added/removed.
‣ She is to only stay in your pride for ONE year.

𝐋𝐎𝐑𝐄
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[Introduction Blurb/backstory]

08/18/2023 ‒‒ First Travel (2YO): Nirvana had been traveling for what seemed like days now. His paws were aching, legs trembling under his weight with each additional step. He wasn't sure if he'd be able to make it much further... His eyes land on a lone tree up a hill, ears perking curiously as he quickens his pace towards the shade. Odd... there wasn't much other vegetation in this area. He finally makes his way under the shady tree and takes a seat. Finally, a moment to relax...
"What are you doing here?"
a gruff voice cuts the silence. Nirvana jumps up in surprise, his fur standing on end as he whips around to the source of the voice. There stood a large, all-black lion with narrowed eyes. Nirvana gulps.
"Oh- um... well, funny story- actually, not that funny of a storry but-"
He rambles, only to be stopped by the male who lets out a low growl.
"Quiet. What are you doing here? Answer quickly.
The male demands, stepping closer to stare down the much smaller male.
"I- I was travelling... A lioness in my previous pride was a traveler. She told me many stories of all of her journey's across the pridelands. I wanted to see for myself. Blue Jolly Rancher shared so many amazing stories to me and my siblings as we grew up-"
Nirvana confesses to the male. At the mention of the lioness, his ear's perk and he grows more attentive to Nirvana's story.
"Blue Jolly Rancher..."
The male echoes. He takes one more glances over Nirvana, contemplates for a moment, then lets out a loud sigh. He says nothing, just motioning with his head for Nirvana to follow him. Nirvana does so, walking after the much larger male and seeming to relax.
"... I'm Nirvana... What is your name?" asks Nirvana.
"Silenus."
— Cubs born: Gerard Slay & Paramore.
After a long stay in Silenus' pride, it was finally time for Nirvana to get a move on. He walks to the edge of the territory, chuckling softly to himself as some of the king's lionesses follow after him. They all share goodbyes, touching noses and nuzzling into one another as the lionesses wish him safe travels. Lastly, Silenus steps up to the smaller lion.
"Safe travels. This time, be sure to stay attentive when you enter someone else's territory."
He jests lightly, touching noses with Nirvana before sending him off for his next travel...

09/10/2023 ‒‒ Second Travel (3.10YO):
N/A

09/28/2023 ‒‒ Temporary Intermission(4.9YO):
Nirvana looked from left to right, unsure of where next to go. Each day stretched on longer than the one before, and Nirvana knew he was completely and utterly lost. With a soft huff, he flopped down onto his belly, resting his weary head on his paws. Blinking up at the night sky, Nirvana desperately wished for a soft bed, or even just a bit of food to eat...

Just as he began to feel despair overtake him, Nirvana noticed something in the sky... Somehow, a familiar face was forming in the stars. "...Rancher?" Nirvana asked, barely believing his eyes. The celestial image in the night sky smiled and dipped her head, tipping her hat to Nirvana. "I'm lost, Rancher! I don't know where I am or what I should do. I don't want to starve..." Nirvana wailed, getting to his feet. The blue lioness in the sky gave him a sympathetic look, the stars around her shimmering. She turned her head to the west, gesturing with a paw in that direction. Rancher looked back at Nirvana with a pleading look. "Do you.... want me to go that way?" He asked, desperately trying to make sense of the situation. But, before she could respond, Rancher's visage faded.

"No, come back! You can't leave me!" Nirvana cried out, desperate for more guidance. But, it was too late. He was on his own. With a heavy heart and a weary head, the lion began to walk in the direction Blue Jolly Rancher pointed, dimly hoping he could find another pride to stay with...

11/16/2023 ---- Typhon's Pride Nirvana had been with Typhon's pride for nearly a year now, and had made friends with many of them, but none more than Mujavi. They spent nights talking about the travels that Nirvana had in their future, and where they had been previously. Earlier today, Typhon reminded Nirvana that their time here was coming close to an end after the previous traveler had come to him when he had visited Sangoma Teftnut. Nirvana was taking her time of the remaining days to say goodbyes to everyone, saving Mujavi for last, to have the most time with her. A bittersweet moment, but one Mujavi hoped Nirvana would remember on their travels.

11/27/2023 ---- Yami's Pride (9.7 YO)
After Nirvan traveled what felt like had been days, he reached a forest with a thick mist making it appear magical. He decided to walk around in the what appears to be beautifull landscape. He had been walking for a bit in this unknown territory when he noticed Lions with a light blue glow around him in the mist. He stops in his tracks getting nervous and looking around, that's when noticed a pair of glowing eyes appearing in the distance staring at him. He froze whilst the eyes came closer and closer, soon he realized the eyes belong to a slim but strong Lion. The Lion beginns to speak with a cold voice
"Who. are. You?"
Nirvana pulls himself together thinking he has seen so many things met so many lions this far this one won't scare him
"I'm Nirvana a travelling Lion. I'm sorry I didn't mean to intrude ... If you want I can leave!"
the lion looks at Nirvana closely
"You seem like a honest and nice Fella ... I'm Yami. You can stay here for a while. Come with me I'll show you the way"
"Alright, thank you"
Nirvana follows Yami hesitantly. He certainly doesn't trust this guy but he seems compared to the ghost like lions a better option.
— Cubs born: Icarus & Sarcasm
The time to part ways has come.
Yami walks infront of Nirvana leading him through the thick mist surounding Yami's Territory. In the distance Nirvana can see the Lions with a blue glow watching them again. It almost seems like they also want to say good bye to him too ...
During his time in Yaymi's pride he not only made some friends but also learned more about the Lions and the tragedie surounding them, he can even reconize some of them as the former Kings and Queens from the tales the Pride Shamane told him. His train of thoughts got interrupted by Yami.
"from here on you should be fine"
Yami turned to Nirvana
"It was nice having you here. Take care and if you ever want to stop by for a visit feel free to do so. The Ghosts of the Land like you they will let you pass without issues "
Nirvana notices Yami cracking on of his rare and genuinent smiles
"Thank you for letting me stay! These lands look a bit creepy at first but they can be really beautifull. "
Yami lets out a small agreeing chuckle and touches Nirvanas nose before Nirvana leaves for his next travel.

𝐃𝐄𝐂𝐎𝐑/𝐀𝐏𝐏𝐋𝐈𝐂𝐀𝐓𝐎𝐑 𝐋𝐎𝐆
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