The forest stands tall and lush here; ancient trees reach weather-twisted arms to the sky, fighting monster-like storm clouds back with their interlacing fingers. Shadow seems to lurk everywhere you look, but it spills calmly, coolly, inspiring a sense of stealthy calm or protection rather than unease. That is, if you've forgotten what kind of creature might be stalking just out of sight...Abendrot is a land cradled by the dark woods on all sides; in the center, some of the larger trees stay behind to reveal a small plateau - a citadel where this pack can gather and defend itself from invaders. There are, of course, softer sides to the land. Clearings here and there allow the sun to throw down its rays in incongruously resplendent gold showers. Ignore the lingering scents of blood spattered here and there along the borders: those do not concern you. The river on one edge of the territory is playful enough when it hasn't been gorged by violent rain. You can choose to note the ragged claw marks raked down tree trunks and the forest floor as friendly "Home Sweet Home" signs, if you wish.
All who treasure loyalty, order, victory, and the occasional indulgence of raw visceral pleasure are welcome, once they've been approved by the ever-watchful eyes of Abendrot's Alpha. But keep one thing in mind: no matter what your motive, this is not a fool's Paradise. This is the land of soldiers, assassins, and spies. This is ABENDROT.
Make up your mind quickly and prepare to prove your worth. You wouldn't want to add to those blood spatters, would you...?
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Posted on March 25, 2013 at 03:42:35 AM by Aerten
Aerten was berating herself. The male's approach had been practically unbeknownst to her until he had revealed himself. In Aerten's mind, this was unacceptable. Logic told her that he was quite obviously this pack's alpha, inferred from his posture, attitude even musk. However, the femme could not help but be disturbed at the way she had dropped her guard, even for the slightest second. She knew such mistakes would get her killed, whether during battle, or meetings such as this. All distracting thoughts were shoved away. They were a weakness she intended on shredding as soon as possible. First glance at the male had told her enough. The pale ghost in front of her could be described as handsome, she supposed dryly. But looks were not exactly high on Aerten's list of traits she admired in her superiors. And there was much more to this one than just looks. His words were polite, and indicated the male had a level of self-conduct, however Aerten was picking up something more. One wrong step here and you'll be carrion, every single fibre of her being screamed. This male was dangerous, in a kind of beautiful way. He was not at all like the psychopaths found wandering the freelands, but instead more of a sculpted work of art, darker deeds done with finesse. Now she was impressed. Aerten kept her face carefully neutral, though her position was slightly lower than his in a sign of respect. Dipping her head, she listened first, then chose her reply carefully. "They call me Aerten, Sir. I wish to join the Abendrot army as, from what I have seen, they are the only ones around here who have any idea of the true meaning of life. Let the other packs scramble around with their idea's of friendship and alliances." She spoke the last word with careful implications, letting the regal Commander in front of her put the pieces together as he undoubtedly would. "Personally, I find them weak. Your loyalties should be to your pack, and your pack alone. Let the weak die, to keep them from dragging the rest down." The femme almost smiled at his last words. Almost. "No mans lands, Sire." Aerten waited patiently. The next words would either be those of approval, or her death sentence. Either way, she accepted her fate. |
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