Lynx | Female Fighter | 4 Years, 5 Months | Shadow’s Pack
As the pup went to speak he seemed to check himself, changing his body language to be more dominant than submissive. As the pups body language transformed Lynx’s ears came forward and her voice became a little more friendly, less irritable than before. The reaction was both instinctive and conscious on her part, being naturally dominant often came with the instincts that went with the trait. Individual character usually determining how a dominant or submissive wolf would react towards others. Lynx had no patience for those who could not stand up for themselves in some way and was, as a result even more short with submissive wolves than she was with more dominant wolves. Her positive reaction was also a result of the evidence that the pup was not a lost cause when it came to his nature, despite the fact his body was still shaking, he had taken a step toward a better and more useful place in the world in Lynx’s eyes. “It is good to see you have what it takes to stand up for yourself, Vulcan.” The female said in a dry but approving voice, a spark of humor in her blue eyes. “Though if I were you, I would master your body completely before taking that pose with one like Hazel or Shadow. As for why I proposed you join us in the fight….one does not last long in this pack with a submissive character, omega’s often die slowly from wounds inflicted by brethren in the pack. Honestly Vulcan you are heading towards that position quickly. It is my hope that by forcing you to fight or make a choice that you will gain enough confidence in yourself to avoid that slow death sentence or at least take the chance to leave the pack while others are distracted. If all else fails...I can assure you that death by the wolves we are about to confront is a lot less painful than enduring a death when becoming an omega of Shadow’s Pack. The female watched to see what Vulcans response would be her head tilted and her ears perked with curiosity.


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Kova | Male Hunter | 4 Years | Shadow’s Pack
Kova studied the two wolves, how odd their show of affection was compared to the more reserved attitude of mates in Shadow’s Pack. They also seemed to be quite young for being alphas, dominant attitude showing that surely these were that pair, around Kova’s own age. To the males relief there did not seem to be any pups present, which probably meant there were none within this particular pack. The hunter’s focus shifted when Kaeva asked a question, then made a statement. His ears flattened as he sensed that Kaeva was not referring on the act of spying alone but the whole ambush in the future. Was she suggesting they run? Or was she going even further to hint that maybe the wolves should switch sides. Kova was an intensely loyal wolf and the idea of betraying his pack mates was repugnant even if they were not worth standing beside….yet the male had to admit that he had gotten tired of the constant violence his pack depended on. The hunter let out a growl his bright yellow eyes unsure, his voice unreadable when he spoke. “Are you suggesting that we should betray our pack? My family has been in it for several generations, what would possibly make me desert now?”

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Kaeva Female || 3 years || Scout || Shadow's Pack mentions: Kova, Remington, Velvet

As Kaeva stood silently she also watched the two strangers. It's odd,, she thought, they show affection so openly... The she wolf tilted her head, Do most wolves show this kind of affection? Kova's voice interrupted her thoughts. and she noticed his ears flatten when he heard her statement. Up until now, Kaeva felt that she was doing what she thought was right, but now... she was apprehensive at Kova's words. It's true..., she thought. Kaeva's ears flicked back, and she took a step back, away from Kova. Can I really betray my family..? she thought for a minute and then a emotion, came from within her. It was longing, and sadness mixed together, she felt broken, and she wished that not only she could explore be free but that she could find someone who wouldn't leave. She wanted a friend that would always be there, and someone she didn't always have to protect them from herself. They may be my family, but I don't feel part of it... .... If I can't do what is right... then what use am I? she thought. Then she started to reply, "You're right", she hesitated before she continued. "I don't know why... I brought you here. The only reason I can even fathom for you to leave is because of all the senseless violence our pack has wrecked on others.", Kaeva gave the larger male wolf a sad smile and shook her head. "These wolves are innocent though... if we leave them here... they'll be slaughtered. I'm going to try to do what I think is right... and if that means being alone.. and leaving the pack" Kaeva's voice broke as she continued, "then.. it doesn't matter, because I'm always alone. There's no home for me, not here" She looked away from Kova and after a moment's pause she started to walk towards the two wolves.

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With Shadow's Pack
Vulcan || Male || 1 year || Pup

As she spoke, Vulcan's face fell. He was about to tuck his tail in when she spoke about his fated position, but he forced it to stay up. He willed it to. No... "I... I didn't realize..." The pup gulped. He hardly remembered a time before Shadow was the Alpha, but he partly knew what to do.

"... How would I flee in the first place? Shadow will hunt me down. He won't let me die quickly... And how are you so sure we can escape?" His mind was spinning. Quickly, Vulcan began to piece things together. He was a thinker, he knew it. He always thought of clever places to hide, how to do tasks much faster and easier, which made him less likely to get on the bad side of Shadow. He'd never tried it as a means of escape, as all plans seemed futile compared to the vicious Alpha.

"Unless other members of the pack fight back, I don't see how anyone could escape. I won't make it on my own... I can't run. I can't fight. I learned these things at an early age, Lynx. It made me scared. It's always made me scared..." He looked down, ears drawn back. "That's why... That's why I assumed Omega was the role for me. I'm not well built like most wolves, or a fast runner like others. I'm even smaller than wolves who are my age!"

Finally, the pup sat, not looking back at Lynx. "I won't flee without a plan. All I know is that I don't want to face that pack... Not now..."

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Remington || Male || 4 years || Alpha
Remington's Face Remington's Body(more muscle though)


Remington loved it when Velvet played. She would try to be tuff but to him it was adorable, as if a pup tries to take on its parents. He swayed his tail and deeply growled as she stood above him licking his neck, what a great feeling, love....

As he stood and she tried taking him on he just stood there and grinned as she ran into him or flipped herself over. "You are crazy wild! You don't got to fight my dear that is what our pack is for. We have fighters and me..... and I would have to have to be ripped apart before I let anything happen to you." Remington went into a moment of flashback seeing his mother leave and not return, his father bleeding out and dying and his sister trapped and burned alive. He looked back up and stood over her as she acted broody flashing her bellh, "You are what I have to protect with my life until I can't fight anymore. You are my female, my mate, and nothing is going to touch you. I have lost to many important things to me and you won't be one of them."

As Remington stood over her, Velvet acting extremely broody he licked her muzzle, check and neck. His muscles tensed up again and he wagged his tail, I love you my sweet Velvet He wasn't sure how she would take him saying he loved her, it's a strong word, but it is how he felt. Right as he said that anD started to get excited and have fun he lifted his head high in the air in alert.

His ears flicked, and he rose his nose in the air. Remington growled and stepped off of Velvet and nudged her into the bushes, " lay in here, stay low, and stay quiet. When I walk away from standing in front of you sneak out the backside of the bushes... wake up the pack get them together and get Kade and the hunter party back...... he went silent for a moment, " We have company.." He made a light whimper noisee sad that his time with Velvet was interrupted again, especially when it got to be bonding and fun. He licked her muzzle and ear and nuzzled her and stood firmly by the bush.

RemingtoN growled deeply her a low mumble and growl, there is more than one wolf, and they came from the mountains.. he sniffed the air again and as the wind blew his direction he caught the smell... trouble... he barred his teeth and growled. He said to himself,"fools.. standing up wind".. he then lowered his haunches and his head in his stalking mode, and slowly started in there direction. He looked back to the bushes and hoped Velvet would get the pack alert soon, and get kade.

He stopped all he could make out was a white wolf that didn't worry him, he could take it, but where was the other he spelt? He paused standing at the base of the mountain looking up at them growling teeth showing and tail pointed out, he doesn't like being stalked and spied on like prey, and not happy his time with Velvet was spoiled.

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With Remington’s pack
Velvet || Female || 4 years || Remington’s Mate || Alpha Female
Velvet’s appearance

Velvet wasn’t surprised or even shocked when Remington told her he loved her. In fact it felt like such a natural thing to hear from one she felt so strongly for that it took her a few moments to realise that it was actually the first time the words had passed between them. She looked up at him with soft, brown eyes and a doting smile. ”And I love you, my dear Remington,” she replied, lifting her head slightly to nuzzle him. The moment was perfect; the two of them there, in love, with the sun setting on the horizon and the mountains casting a shadow of privacy across them. Velvet would have frozen time if she could, just to stay in this moment for as long as possible.

Unfortunately life doesn’t go to plan most of the time. All they were allowed was that short moment to bask in each other before Remington tensed up, growling. Startled, Velvet jumped to her feet and spun around to face whatever her mate was sensing. She pressed to his side, wordlessly showing she was there to aid him. However, he started to nudge her into the bushes as he spoke. ”Company…?” she whispered, silent for a moment before realisation dawned on her face, ”Other wolves! I do hope they mean us no harm.” She shuddered at the thought of having the face danger so soon after the formation of their pack.

Velvet wanted to stand beside her mate, to present the united force that they were and take on whatever approached. However she knew that she was no fighter. If the worst came to it they’d need the rest of the pack. Confronting an enemy as just two alphas would put both themselves in danger from outnumbering and the others in danger from an ambush. The best bet was for her to get backup. Besides, if they were friendly then Remington would be fine greeting them alone and though she may have dragged others away for no reason, it was always better to be cautious.

She sent Remington a parting look as she snuck off to the bushes, her face obvious to anyone looking; the love for him and the hope that no harm would come to him while he was alone was written all over her expression. As soon as she’d crept through the bushes she began to run back to where some of the pack were resting, frantic for the pack’s help. She could smell the most recent scent; Aatu, however he wasn’t in sight. ”Aatu,” she called out, heart racing, ”Are you here?”

She waited a moment, unsure what to do. This was the first time she’d had to actually make decisions on a pack’s behalf. Her past alphas seemed to do it with ease, always knowing what was best, and she wished for some of their courage now. Her eyes flitted around the area the pack had been but none of them seemed to be in sight. Too scared that something might happen to Remington if she delayed, she lifted her muzzle and howled for the pack. Perhaps her call would frighten the strangers away, knowing that more wolves that she and Remington were nearby.

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With Shadow’s pack

Shadow was a vicious wolf with a love of fighting, yes, but he had one known soft spot; for family. It wasn’t a soft spot that others would see unless they knew him very well. He wouldn’t play with related pups or even give them more food compared to the rest of the pack. However, just the fact that he was visiting Hazel’s young was enough for any who’d lived under his rule long enough to know that somewhere deep in his dark soul there was a tiny bit of care for the three newborns. His visit was short, consisting only of him lying there as they got used to his scent, snuffling around a little. They were barely old enough to open their eyes, but already he could see the strong spirit of their mother in them.

He was drifting, a rest in order before the fight, when Fang appeared at the entrance to Hazel’s den. ”Alpha, sir, permission to speak,” Fang seemed rushed, panting slightly. Curious, Shadow lifted his head to look at his most trusted scout. ”Granted,” was his short response.

”One of the pack below sent out a howl,” Fang told him, ”I don’t know why, but perhaps they know we’re here?” Shadow growled, suddenly at the entrance as Fang fell back onto his rump. ”How could they know we’re here? What incompetent fool revealed us?”

”They might not, sir,” Fang tried to calm the angered male, ”As I mentioned earlier some of them are hunting, they could just be calling out to check on each other’s whereabouts; they are in strange lands to them after all.”

”Hmm,” Shadow considered this, hackles lowering slightly, ”I suppose you’re right. Still, if they do know we’re here then it will have been Vulcan who gave away his position. Everyone else is trained enough to know better. I should have killed that whimpering pup long ago. Once this fight’s won, be sure to bring him to me.” Fang nodded and turned to walk slightly behind Shadow as they headed back to the main den sight. Once there they sat in the centre.

”Fang, it’s almost nightfall. Soon the attack shall begin. We shall wait here for a bit but I want you to round up anyone who is late.”

”Yes, sir.”

”Oh and Fang,” Shadow grinned maliciously, ”Anyone who is late, remember them. They’ll be facing my fangs before dawn breaks.”

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Lynx | Female Fighter | 4 Years, 5 Months | Shadow’s Pack
Lynx turned her head as a distant how, female, rose into the night air. Time had passed quickly and nightfall had already fallen upon the mountain side. Getting up the female stretched, she did not understand why Vulcan could not seem to take the initiative. She did not understand why he listed his faults and lackings while those were the very things that he could build upon. What she did understand was that, in Vulcan’s point of view, the odds against him were almost insurmountable and he had little hope for his future. Without hope the will to live would surely not last long...degrading to survival instead of the actual act of living with all of its up and downs. She had little patience for such foolish behavior, and yet the urge to help this pup was a strong presence in her chest one of the few actual emotions she had felt in a long time. This talk with the pup had ruined her plans to look at the battle field, he was distracting her from the goal she had sought after since she had been a little pup. In response to Vulcan’s statement Lynx voiced her opinion, “You may not have a choice in the matter. Stay near me, if you believe that you will not be able to raise you rank within this pack you should consider seriously deserting. I can not solve your problems for you Vulcan, I’m afraid that is something you will have to learn to accomplish yourself.” The female jumped from her perch on the bolder walking towards camp and the meeting point. It would not be wise to be late for the gathering. Lynx made her way back toward camp lying down in the shadows to await further orders.


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Kova | Male Hunter | 4 Years | Shadow’s Pack
Kova released his choice, if there had ever been one, had been made for him the moment the large alpha male became aware of their presence when the wind suddenly shifted and Kaeva showed herself. There would be no explaining the situation to Shadow not that this alpha looked like a better option with the pure anger that was contained on his visage. The alpha female slipped away into the woods a summoning howl climbing into the air a few seconds later. For a second Kova considered faking he was never near this pack...but Stryker had seen him and Kaeva leave...besides the thought of returning was becoming more repulsive by the second. Kova wrinkled his nose letting out a huff of breath...he did not trust this new alpha and he was not willing to reveal himself until or if he felt less threatened. If all else failed the male would run for the horizon in an attempt to leave Shadow’s Pack far behind.What was he kidding? He would not abandon his packmate, it was not in his nature. His goal was now to see how things turned out between Kaeva and this Alpha...if the alpha attacked, then Kova would have no choice to defend his pack member though he would not be able to hold off the massive brute for long. Kova moved so that his scent was no longer being carried into the clearing, hunkering down to see what would happen next.

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With Shadow's Pack
Vulcan || Male || 1 year || Pup

Nodding at her words with his ears still drawn back, he followed after Lynx, although the small male had to work almost twice as hard to keep up completely in the terrain. He didn't want to be late, as he understood that out of all the wolves, Shadow would be the one to sink his teeth in before anyone else.

The thought made his head sink even lower as they reached the camp, and Vulcan tried not to pant. He didn't look at Shadow, but instead remained by Lynx's side, as if he was a pup following his mother (which, obviously, wasn't the case). He was terrified, but wasn't he always?

Vulcan didn't know if they were late or not. All he knew was that the battle was getting ready to start.

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Aatu|Male|5 years old|Fighter

Aatu looked up from his spot under some bushes, hearing Velvet call his name. What was going on? She sounded afraid. He leaped out of the bushes and ran over to her. As he neared, he scented stranger wolves and went rigid. Was this the cause of Velvet's fear? As he arrived she let out a howl, perhaps to call for more wolves. "What did you need me for?" he asked, and stopped, though his tail still moved slightly. He was ready to fight if need be.

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Kaeva Female || 3 years || Scout || Shadow's Pack mentions: Remington

Kaeva saw her mistake as soon as she walked out. She hadn't expected to make Kova's decision for him. She approached the male cautiously, her light colored ears flicking back and forth unsure of what to make of the situation. "I-I mean no harm...", Kaeva said nervously. There's no telling what he may do and she flashed her teeth when she heard the wolf's howl. She looked at the male wolf seriously, "Your howl just sealed my fate and my companion's, Now Shadow will slaughter us if we return. I can't believe I'm trying to help you. " She shook her head.

Kaeva saw her mistake as soon as she walked out. She hadn't expected to make Kova's decision for him. She approached the male cautiously, her light colored ears flicking back and forth unsure of what to make of the situation.

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With Shadow's Pack
Ajax || Male || 4 years || Beta Male

Ajax groans softly when his so-called "mate" speaks, eyes rolling. "Why am I not surprised that you've come up with such an extraordinarily stupid idea?" He asks, mildly irritated. But alas, he knew he wouldn't allow Ezrin to fight alone. As well as he would likely be blamed for her treason anyway, so what was the point in coming back here? Besides; it wouldn't be fun without his friend, and the little fact about Kade sealed the deal quite well. Nice touch. "But you know I can't help but go with you." He agrees, a smile on his face. "It's going to get dark soon; we should get ready for the battle." He suggests, laying his tail across her back from a moment before removing it once more, a slight kindness in his eyes.

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Ezrin || Female || 2 years || Beta Female (Shadow's Pack)

Ezrin's grin became a small smile of appreciation; normally, her every move would have been calculated to the second, and everything about her a lie, but Ajax was actually a friend. It was hard to earn enough of the white she-wolf's respect for her, in turn, to respect you, and so far, Ajax alone had managed. "Good," she said, and nudged his shoulder with her head in return for his tail-touch. Without speaking further, she returned to the camp area.

"Shadow," Ezrin said, dipping her head in respect, the perfect picture of unwavering loyalty. "Ajax and I are ready for the attack. Whenever you give the word." Her eyes, greener than any natural thing had a right to be, sparkled with malice.


Kade || Female || 5 years || Beta female

Kade's head shot up at the sound of the howl. "Doesn't matter. Rivers, whatever happened, tell me after we see what's wrong. Raoula, leave that here. We can come back later; the pack may be in danger," she said, her orders firm and clear, not to be disobeyed for anything in the world. Without waiting for anyone's response, the beta sprang forward and was gone, loping through the grasses at full-speed, ready to defend her new family to the death. Hopefully, it wouldn't come to that, but you never knew, and if anyone were to die in this fight, it had best be the one with the least time left.

While she ran, she considered why Rivers was so distraught. She'd probably been attacked, but what could make her so scared? And she hadn't smelled right, either. Still like a wolf, but now like herself. Maybe there was another pack in the area, and she'd been attacked?


Rivers || Female || 3 years || Scout

Rivers was still freaking out, but she shook her head to Dakota and took off after Kade. Soon, she'd caught up to the beta. "Was attacked!" she barked, over the wind. She could still smell that spotty bastard on her, but hopefully she wouldn't get pregnant, and the rage building up inside her would translate to being able to fight. She could fight fairly well, but it was clear she wasn't a strong as most. Speed was her friend, and it was hard to be fast when you're covered in big muscles.

((All of my replies are so short and I dropped off the face of the earth for two days . . . Oops.))

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Dakota || Male || 2 years || Lead Hunter

A howl caught Dakotas attention, and very quickly, Kade and Rivers ran pack to the pack. He was concerned when Rivers didn't answer him, but he knew the howl must've been urgent. Dakota followed behind Rivers, running towards the group. He was nervous, maybe the group was in danger? Dakota's heart beat fast as he ran faster.

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Remington || Male || 4 years || Alpha
Remington's Face Remington's Body(more muscle though)

Remington cokes his head to the side a bit, and slowly and low staled up towards the white wolf. He took in her scent, was a she wolf, younger than him. He came face to face with her and growled, looking into her eyes. "What did you just say? Shadow......" Remington?s eyes widened and his face looked as almost he was in another world and he sort of was, flashbacks hit Remington... the pack on the mountain, shadow, the blood thirsty wolves.... the murder of his father. Remington's expression changed to that of a sad puppy, and then he snapped out of it and started circling her and sizing her up. "Why are you here, if you are trying to help you know that is treason? And how are you helping? Is there something I need to know? he growled as he circled her, and his ears twitched listening to his pack gathering...... then it made sense!

Remington knew shadow for what he was, Remington was to close and shadow would do anything to shed blood and steal his females. Remington wasn't sure what to do, if his pack came up this far Shadow could ambush easily, but if he got to them, no it would cause more problems to. He decided and quickly bolted past the white she wolf and to where he scented his pack, he saw Velvet and the other wolves coming out of the woods.

Remington stood tall, every muscle flexed and his chest puffed out, "We are not welcome here and right now I think are only option..... is to fight." he spoke clashing his teeth, finally he would meet shadow once again, last time they saw each other was when he was a pup. All hell is going to break loose.

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Raoula|Female|4 years old|Hunter

Raoula looked up as she heard Kade's assertive voice. "Raoula, leave that here. Raoula hesitated for a moment, then obeyed without question. Though she loathed to leave her kill, she knew that Kade was right; it was more than just submitting because Kade was the beta that drove her to release her teeth from her kill and let it drop to the grass. They might have a battle to fight. The thought made her shake, but she ran after the others, determined not to let them down.

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With Remington’s pack
Velvet || Female || 4 years || Remington’s Mate || Alpha Female
Velvet’s appearance

Velvet breathed a sigh of relief when Aatu jumped out from some bushes after her call. She walked forward and bumped her head against his shoulder, a subtle subconscious action to confirm pack bonds. ”Aatu,” she stepped back, eyes flicking to the large boulder Remington was still behind, ”Remington and I were over there when we sensed some strangers. He seems to think they could be hostile.” She’d never actually encountered a hostile pack before, her own puphood spent in the centre of the forest, isolated from unrelated wolves and only seen by lone males passing through.

Velvet’s ear perked up as she saw two familiar figures racing towards them. Kade and Rivers had heard her howl and come immediately. Despite the worry she couldn’t help but smile slightly; that was the response of a true pack and was a very good sign for their newly formed group. The smile soon fell as they approached, becoming clearer, and she noticed the distressed posture and expression of Rivers.

Shortly after Dakota and Raoula also appeared, heading her way. Having the pack with her made her calm slightly as she turned back to the direction Remington was in. Her tail instinctively wagged when he appeared from behind the boulder, though soon stopped at his words. Her eyes widened and she took a step back. ”…Fight?” she asked, ”Is that really necessary? Surely there’s just been some sort of misunderstanding?”

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With Shadow’s pack

Shadow’s attention was drawn by his beta, Ezrin. He smirked and nodded, turning swiftly to jump up onto a nearby ledge. He stood proud, surveying his pack. Most were there, but he noticed a few absences. His maw curled up; he’d made note of them and they would pay dearly for not obeying his instructions. ”Pack,” he barked, ”We are to go to battle now. We will all sneak down the mountain paths and hide behind the rocks at the base. The first wave will attack. Then when I deem necessary the second wave will join in. Go, now, and I will follow once the den site is cleared.”

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