<font face=times color=D95831><i>the world is changed.</i></font>

.Haziel

Everyone had their giveaway. Their smell, the pattern of their breath... their walk. He could imagine such things were as much an identifier as color or shape, though, for whatever reason, others liked to forget that. Or maybe they just didn't notice these things, their eyes blinding them in their own way. Irony.

With that heavy sashay, those bold footfalls... That would be Sage. The boy remained laying on his side, eyes closed in feigned sleep as she approached. He heard her steps change to another signature, low and careful despite the unrelenting grind of snow under her paws. Was she trying to sneak up on him? Good luck.

Haziel kept his breath even, his dark fur rising and falling in a slow, steady rhythm even as his elder sister neared to mere inches away. He supposed he could have said something, even when she had first started sneaking his way... but what good would that do? Try as he might, nobody was hearing him when he said he was just fine and certainly not when he spoke of any sort of advantages he had. It was like swimming against the current - got him absolutely nowhere.

The cold touch of Sage's nose against his back brought a searing sensation to his skin, the fur along his spin and neck lifting slightly. He hated that. Hated when people touched him, all except Ariel and Forfax. It was different with them. They didn't touch him with pity, like he needed them to tell him they were there. That's why most did it. It was like they thought he was helpless, that he couldn't discern up or down, rock or wolf, unless they showed him. It was uncomfortable, but god forbid he say that.

He had stopped protesting about these things long ago. It was a waste of time and a waste of words. Let them perform their rituals, believe what they wanted to believe. One of these days, they would know the truth. One of these days, their made up little world they had constructed for Haziel in their narrow little minds would come crashing down...

"Minding my own business," Haziel handed her a sarcastic response, though his voice remained as level and pleasant as she had spoken. Passive aggression was becoming somewhat of a normal response to Sage. She was often a bit abrasive, nosy, or demanding, though not nearly as bad as that girl Ayal.

But at least he could understand it with Sage. She had a lot to live up to, a lot of rather large paw prints to fill, whereas very little was expected of him. Blind and useless, his mother seemed to think she was merely letting him live a childish fantasy by letting him play medic these days. Little did she know, he was actually quite good at it, had a better nose for finding herbs and medicinal plants than most. But he wasn't expecting a medal or anything... Just to be left to his own little projects.

"And enjoying the sun," he could afford his sister a more appropriate answer, he supposed. He did love her, after all. As far as family members went, Sage was one of the better ones. She left him to his own devices most of the time and hasn't snitched on him when he snuck out of the den the few times she had caught him. Honestly, that was more freedom than most gave him. There was something that could be said for that.
Thank you...

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The world is changed. I feel it in the water. I feel it in the earth. I smell it in the air. Much that once was is lost, for none now live who remember it.

[male] [one] [diveen prince - medic] [no imprint] [no mate] [isolaXkane]

THE RANKS

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.

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LIGHTNING QUEENQUEEN OF DIVEEN

WHIRLWINDADVISOR

STORMFRONTROYAL GUARDS

QUAKEWARRIOR

HAZESPY AND THIEF

MONSOONHEALER

TSUNAMIDIPLOMAT

BLIZZARDSCOUT

HURRICANEHUNTER

RAINBOWJOKER

GALESTORY TELLER

I amar prestar aen. Han matho ne nen. Han mathon ned cae. A han noston ned gwilith.

.Haziel

The world is changed. I feel it in the water. I feel it in the earth. I smell it in the air. Much that once was is lost, for none now live who remember it.