Summer has arrived. The world has been well at peace, and others seem to be trying to take advantage. They believe we are lazy and complacent. We are no such thing. Remain vigilante, friends and family.
Give your congratulations to Maiko. She has been promoted to Blizzard; she earned it.
We also have an activity check going. Please reply so I can make adjustments accordingly. Check will go for an entire month so we can hopefully capture everyone.
As always, if you have need of me, do not hesitate to find me.
{Angels are Bright Still} IP: 124.171.6.207 Posted on August 7, 2013 at 08:12:11 AM by Isola
Who are you, the proud lord said, that I must bow so low?
It is a story Father used to tell us when we were very small, my sisters and I. Often, when the night was dark and being most silent and Mother slept in a way that allowed all the warmth of her frame to heat the den we lived in he would wake us, myself and Ammy and Ally and he would tell us stories. They were wonderful stories too, or so I had believed when I was small, stories of very great Princes and Princess, of evil monsters and rescues and battles and Angels, always Angels. I smiled now to think of this memory so cherished, so loved within my mind. I do not remember all these tales so well, for surely if I did I would speak them to pups mine own, though perhaps, while Heyel lives still, such tales should be for he to share should he desire it. Even so, this night I am given to the thought of this tale, of that line, for always….always I had found a love of it though I hardly knew why. Perhaps it was the way it was spoken, perhaps it was simply that which it seemed to mean although never had I always understood this, even so, this night, I find myself given to thoughts of this proud lord and his bowing. Perhaps I do not understand so surely the nature of a tale told to a child, or a song howled to the stars as it often was, yet I understand, indeed, what it was this proud lord surely felt- when they asked him to bow low. I have not so often thought myself proud, at least, not in a way that is given to indicate that which is…boastful- no, to boast is a thing most unbecoming yet I am not believing, not fully, that pride is a sinful thing.
I am proud of that which I am. I am proud of Kane, my mate, of my children. I take pride in my family, my blood and above all…..I take pride in my pack, in each and every wolf whom calls it home. I am proud, fiercely so, to call them my own. I am proud to say Diveen is my land and that always it is open to those who may need it and so I ask, who is this Ishtar, whom would demand I bow so low as she? Whom dares threaten my land and me pack for the sake of her own senseless pride and discord? I do not like to feel this thing, this anger, this agitation though it stirs. The blood of Heyel cannot be so easily quietened, even with the gentle touch of the Mother I have long sought to ambulate and such blood burns only hotter still at these thoughts. I do not regret this thing I have done, I do not regret my refusal to hand my uncle to a pack of smoke and fog to punish him for that which he did from grief. I do not believe he may go unpunished, no, there is consequence for every action upon this earth, yet I believe that a Diveen wolf holds right to be punished in Diveen for a crime that saw no death is acceptable. Perhaps I had been….dismissive of this Ishtar and Iromar, for I have thought little of her and her desires, perhaps this shows only how little I am given to concern myself with Iromar. I am believing my proposal fair, Devil will be punished for what he did to Iromar, yet, it would seem, that so petty, so weak is this pack of mist and fog- so…..damaged is it’s leader that she will lead her wolves to death for Ruvindra having been bitten! Such a thing is…unfathomable to my mind, a grievous error, how……how do they follow a leader who will bring them to their deaths?
I seek him this night, he whom has proven his worth upon the field of battle, the white and black male whom has risen to the rank of Avenging Angel, a rank named for the one among us whom is best given to understand the way of battle. Our Sword. One whom we turn to when it seems the fangs of others draw to close and tonight I seek his thoughts and consul as I sought Yojimbo some nights before. He stood high within the cliffs, his scent blown down on the touch of wind that lingered as I moved to follow, young limbs leaping lightly to follow, paws gracing gently across the earth to carry my ethereal form higher and higher, white pelt aglow in the starlight that shone upon us both this night as I slowed my pace, moving gently forward to whisper silently across the earth and towards him as he sat, looking out across our pack, guarding, as was his role.
“Amir.”
I spoke gently, smoothly, alerting him to my presence as I came from behind, moving to come to his side, reaching for him, pressing against him in greeting before I came to sit myself beside him on that cliff-top. For another moment longer I paused, the violet of my gaze turned upon the land below, bathed in darkness as it was, yet beautiful still, the earth stretching as far and wide as the canopy of stars above.
“There is much to be spoken of Amir, so much and I have come to you this night for you are Sword of pack, you are charged with leading our armies and it would seem the time has come for you to shine, my Amir.”
I smiled gently, seeking to praise him even in this moment for the loyalty he has always held for Diveen and for watching over pack, as always I know he does. I allowed my gaze to turn from him once more, to look out upon the pack land as I spoke.
“I am not born of war Amir, I was born to a Pack and a land that though always ready for such things and lead indeed by a King of….hot-blood, existed in a very great peace. I feel, perhaps, as if already I have failed in this thing. I am far less inclined to war then my Father before me and yet it would seem I have failed to maintain peace. How is this so Amir? I do not believe my judgement was wrong and I will not change such a thing. I will not allow Devil May Cry to be punished by Iromar, I will not bow, Amir, to the demands of a fool who seems to desire the death of her pack above all. Perhaps she believes I will not fight, perhaps she hopes to see my form crumble. It will not be so. Thus I have come Amir, to ask of you to fulfil your rank. Will you do this Amir? Will you help to lead Diveen in this?”
7 Years || Mate to Kane || Mother of Achilles, Sage & Solaris || Angel Queen of Diveen
Lightning Queen
The Queen of Diveen. She may accept all challenges and block any steal. She is the sworn protector of the pack and all who reside here.
Thunder King
The Lightning Queen's mate and second-in-comman. He may accept any challenge and block all steals. He may accept new members. This position cannot be challenged for but is currently empty.
Whirlwind
This rank belongs to the closest advisor to the Lightning Queen. This wolf can block steals and accept new members. When there is no Thunder King, this rank may accept challenges. This rank cannot be challenged for.
Stormfront
These wolves are the protectors of the borders and are personal guards to the Lightning Queen. They may help to gauge new wolves and are essentially the domestic protector. In certain times they may be called upon to resolve domestic disputes, but generally they are tasked with watching the borders or staying close to the Lightning Queen. At times, information may need to be brought to the Stormfront who will personally deliver messages to the Lightning Queen.
Quake
The Quake is the lead warrior and in charge of the Tremors, who make up the brute force of the pack. This wolf is a protector of the borders and may accept new wolves. They may be called upon to help gauge a new member. They train the Tremors. Haze
The Haze is the head thief and secret keeper of the pack, charged with acting in the pack’s best interest and operating with a low profile. They train the Mists. They also act as a scout, relaying and finding out information. They work closely with the Tsunami. This wolf may block steals. Monsoon
The Monsoon is the lead healer and caregiver of the pack. They are tasked with healing wounds, assisting with births, and making sure that the pack remains happy and healthy both mentally and physically. They may also be called upon to boost morale through storytelling or other means. They train the Rains. Tsunami
The Tsunami is the lead diplomat and peacekeeper, tasked with protecting the pack from internal and external strife, as well as form treaties and ally with other packs in conjunction with the Lightning Queen and Whirlwind. They report directly to the Lightning Queen, and train the Tides. Blizzard
The Blizzard works closely with the Haze, but is more of an information gatherer. They may act as a thief at times, but are largely tasked with spying and scouting, reporting their findings to their superiors. Hurricane
The Hurricane is the head hunter of the pack. They train the Wind and organize pack hunts.
Rainbow
This wolf is the joker of the pack. Their job is to bring a smile to everyone's face and try to keep a light mood. They will be tasked with caring for pups and keeping an eye on them. They are the keeper of all types of fun and games for the pack. Gale
The Gale is concerned mostly with keeping track of the history of the pack, collecting stories and learning of events that might have happened long ago. They might tell history as stories to pups or create events in honor of those who have gone before.
Tremors
These wolves report to the Quake and make up the protectors and warriors of the pack.
Mists
The agents of the Haze, these wolves are tasked with maintaining order through more secretive means.
Tides
The Tides are diplomats and report to the Tsunami, they may be tasked with updating treaties or contacting allies.
Rains
These are the healers and caregivers of the pack, and they report to the Monsoon. They may be called upon as healers or babysitters. Winds
These are the hunters of the pack, responsible for feeding each member. They report to the Hurricane. Snows
These are the scouts of the pack, reporting to the Blizzard- they are involved with information gathering, both internal and external, and may be called upon as guerilla fighters of sorts should the time come.
Dusk
The general members of the pack, those who have not yet chosen a path or rank. However, they are still highly valued and may be called upon for other things.
Twilight
The apprentices of the pack, pups older than one who are in training.
Dawn
The innocence and the future of our pack.
Day
Esteemed guests of the pack.
Sun
Those allied with the pack, to be treated with respect and offered assistance.
Moon
Those who shine down upon us and guide us with their light.
Eclipsed
Those who have proven themselves enemies of the pack, they should not be trusted.
