Braving the harsh, freezing chill of a raging blizzard is a nigh impossible feat for any creature, but for you, magnificent lion, traversing the unforgiving terrain of the Mount Three Suns is but a daily routine. Training your body, mind, and soul by plunging through the whipping winds, you have walked this path for as long as you can remember. However, when the hailing storm dies down and the valley is quiet, you can hear the songbirds' trill. A strange rumour floats amongst them: "A new Queen has risen! She shines like the radiant Sun upon these icy peaks!"

Curiosity sparked, you face the mountain's treachery to meet this rumoured Queen that borders your lands. How could any pride survive at the very top, when even circling the base of Mount Three Suns was enough to freeze the hearts of most any life? You are determined to find out, and thus begins your arduous journey to find this hidden civilisation.

A challenging trek, it surely was, but nothing you can't handle... You're definitely not freezing your tail off... However, you are pleasantly surprised by what you find amidst the mountains, tucked away in a secluded valley: a flat grassland full of frosted flowers, protected by rings of huge, looming conifer trees that soaked up the vicious winds. It is a breath-taking sight, and yet, it could not compare to the beauty of the Queen who rules here.

"Pleasant greetings to you, stranger," a soft voice of satin calls from behind you, instantly garnering your attention, bringing you to meet the tan eyes of a gorgeous lioness. Her body is sleek, toned yet noticeably muscular. A short mane of khaki ruffling her neck is the fluffiest of her fur, the rest of which is a pale sandy-russet that slowly seeps into ivory towards her paws, intersected with pale brown patterns reminiscent of a cheetah. An effeminate voice was not one you'd immediately expect of a dame with such an intimidating stature, but she pulled it off incredibly well. "What brings you to our pride of the Bright Suns?"

You can tell, despite her gentle demeanour, that the Queen is suspicious, and so you quickly explain yourself. Her eyes wander over your shivering body, and just as you are beginning to feel self-conscious, she pads closer towards you, pressing her flanks against yours. "You seem cold. It takes a little while to get used to the temperatures up here, but we make it work." She seems impressed you even made it this far, indicated by her demure nuzzle into your mane.

"You may call me Helianthus; I am the Vision Bringer." She looks up and stares deeply into your gaze, intensely enough to make you blush. "Perhaps you should accompany me back to our dens. Help you... Warm up a bit, before you return back home." Although her offer is sudden, it is not unwelcome; it feels like your tail tip might fall off at this rate. Her tail brushes sweetly against your back as she steps in front of you to lead the way. She's convinced you, and needn't ask you twice to follow her deeper into the clearing, a smile parting your jowls as you go.

Written By JadeFox #217756