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} (War Party Return, all pack welcome) IP: 124.149.172.219 Posted on September 3, 2013 at 11:53:36 AM by Isola
Follow my lead. Repeat after me.
Our faith is the bullet, hope is the gun.
Love is all we need.
Now our fear’s on the run, we’ve already won.
Now march with the band and raise your right hand.
We’ve only just begun.
((This thread is open to all the wolves returning from war, plus any other Diveen wolves who want to join in greeting the war party, pups are welcome. Post as often or as little as you like and in order, go for it haha. Also, if you have the time, have a read of the war results and look for pack mates who have wounds stating they need help. Well done everyone.))
It would be to lie were I to say I did not feel it, that some part within myself did not feel the greatest of pride within those I walked amongst. Every single wolf whom walked, ran or limped beside me this day was a wolf whom had bled for pack and for family, a wolf whom had offered not only loyalty- but life for Diveen. There is not great offer, there is no greater sacrifice and I shall do all that can be done to ensure that those who fought this day are remembered for there loyalty to pack, to each other. That is what I will remember of this sinful, terrible thing. I seek never again to dwell upon the thoughts of blood and chaos. It is enough that nearly all who fought will wears the scars forever, that some part of their very forms will forever be tainted by the impurity of war without having to allow my mind to be given as such. No. We I think of this day I will think only of this moment and this feeling. Victory. It is a glorious thing, a beautiful thing- because none died, blood was spilt, but not life and, that alone is a victory to my mind, it is all I need. Iromar’s war was nothing, not truly, there would never be purpose to such a thing and perhaps in this way we have won very little.
Yet always I knew this thing, always I saw what Ishtar did not. Win or lose….what would change? Ishtar would not see as I did and I would never believe as she. Little will change and yet, perhaps that little we have achieved will be enough, at least for now. If I could not make Ishtar see peace with words, then perhaps this was the only way. She demanded we force our hand, she demanded with her childish tantrum that we throw ourselves with reckless abandon against each other- I did not desire it and never again will I lead Diveen to war. We have nothing left to prove. Ishtar received only what she asked for. She asked to see my true strength and I have shown it. She has paid for her impatient hate. She has paid by breaking herself and her wolves against the might of my pack. In all things Diveen stands together, Angels are brighter and we have proven it this day, I have shown why it is I should be feared- for I never stand alone. Let this day be remembered by all Moladion as the day the Angels made their mark clear. We did not ask for it, we did not declare war and yet I will not allow my pack to suffer, to be disrespected and walked over. Let this be Ishtar’s lesson- do not summon the might of a pack you cannot hope to defeat. Do not challenge what you do not truly know or understand.
We will celebrate this day, not of our glory in battle or of the blood spilled, we will celebrate only the unity of our pack and the victory to be found in one another. Pack is family and our family stands so very strong. That is the memory I will take and the victory I will celebrate, that all my wolves return. We will bear these scars for life, that cannot be changed, yet perhaps, in time, they will come to mark only those who stood for Diveen, who stood in true unity. It is done. I moved amongst my pack this day as together we marched home, the soft fall of snow upon the earth a welcome salve to the hot burn of my wounds. Each step of my once graceful frame was hindered by a limp, my left shoulder bitten so deeply, my legs scraped and grazed though truly the only injury I felt so badly as my shoulder were the bites within my ruff that ached and ran hot with blood that dribbled down my neck and matted the thick white of my fur. This was not a wound I could reach, one that needed to be cleaned and yet one that could wait until my paws rested within our beautiful home.
I limped between them, my wolves, brushing against those who past, Maddox, Iblis and Ava, pressing my muzzle to Amir, Coza and Fathom before moving to nod in respect and gentle kindness to Chance, Malina and Sarin the violet of my gaze passing over each one, smiling softly, though the gaze held little true joy as my eyes rested upon wounds so many, only Ava seemed untouched. A blur of white saw my Brother run freely past, breaking our march to rush towards his den and pups. I dare not call him back, let him go, let him find peace. I move at last to the side of my Kane, coming to press against him, my muzzle burying within his fur, inhaling his scent as I do not but breathe in time with his own and feel the beat of his heart still so strong and sure. I let my gaze meet his, those eyes of sun and sky I adored as a child and do still to this day I paused only to lick at his cheek, the begin to already clean the wounds of his face before I move to step within Diveen, to cross back into the land and home we have fought for, raising my muzzle to the sky, waiting for Kane to do the same, to join me in this, releasing a call to all pack- we are home.
Yet this joyful blast lasts only so long, it is Kokuto who draws my gaze as we cross into Diveen, my form limping to his side, the ravaged flesh within my ruff aching as I reach for him. I am fortunate indeed that the ruff is thick and padded, that it can take such damage though it hardly lessens the pain this day. I trained as healer before I became Queen, these things I know still though never will I hold such skill as Brooke or Zen or Moth and Meryl and Dusk. Yet the leg of Kokuto bleeds so heavily that my features are given to frown, my form pressing against him, to halt him as I moved to his hind limb, seeking to press my paws against it, to slow the flow of blood until a true healer may come to him.
“Let me be helping you, my Kokuto. We are being home now, all will be well.”
My own wounds could wait, though indeed my ruff so badly needed to be cleaned. Pack comes first, always pack. I knew soon the healers would be upon us along with those who are mates and imprints to those who fought beside me, they would attend to the wounds of their loves, I would go to my Kane and all, at least, perhaps- would be well.
I took a vow to never let you down.
When it’s us there ain’t no competition.
I could be the star, on which you’re wishing.
I never doubted for a moment, it’s true.
I love all of you, if you love me too.
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.
