Rougaru was not foolish enough to imagine that he had met all the males that traveled among the island chains. He knew there were others, newcomers that were content with living an existence that revolved around finding a new place to lay their head every night. This way of life was beyond anything he can fathom and yet he looks upon the spotted stallion standing before him and he sees how at ease the male was with this lifestyle. There is no worry for those under his protection, no wonder as to if a new challenger lurking just beyond his borders, no concern for war or hatred for enemies. Simply nothing.

Cream and caramel colored mane is given a shake, unsettled fragments of leaf litter and debri. Gaze drifts to Vasilisa as she chuckles in amusement at Kestral's words. He watches as Noctis steps forward and presses his muzzle against the strange stallion's skin, as though he thought perhaps the spots might come off with a bit of rubbing. The boy's antics amuse him and despite himself Rougaru feels a small smile tug his lips upwards.

Nampeyo takes up lead in the conversation now, her proud head tossing defiantly as she bites back a snarky response. An amused chuckle rumbles from his lungs at her comment, "tsk tsk Nam... your letting your emotions get the better of you again." he taunts, his thick tail whisking slowly against his thick haunches. "Must be those pregnancy hormones talking huh?" he teases giving his proud head a toss. "Say what you will, Requiem will never amount to much if he relies on a mare to do his bidding. His father will see to that." he adds with a chuckle before dipping his proud head towards Kestral. "If you wish to continue this family reunion you have my blessing. I am afraid I must take my leave, there are others who merit my attention." he adds reaching to nudge Noctis and Vasilisa in turn as he passes them by, "Dusk should see you gone from my shores, outsiders are not welcome here when darkness lights the skies. Be sure it is so unless you with to become a permanent fixture in the herd." he finishes picking up an easy two beat trot and disappearing over the ridge.