OOC: Free posting order. You may post with a response to just Jazper or wait for Skye's post. It is mandatory for everyone to post at least once to this welcoming thread. Please read our info thread ( http://goo.gl/mK2db ) for information on how to get some extra game points! Set on June 15th. 
CdC members - please assume IC that Anann is very ill from now on. I will keep you updated.
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The evening was upon them and the constant noise of chatter filled the Great Hall, the voices echoing above in the vaulted ceiling. For much of the afternoon he had been patrolling the boarders closest to the Artisian pack and greeting Skye’s members into the territory. Now they all gathered in the heart of Casa di Cavalieri, in the very building where his family slept in the protection of the Fort walls. The guests had been free to explore the lands as much as they pleased, being exposed to the green overgrowth, the flowers, their free roaming horses and much more. Jazper took great pride in Kingsbury. At this time of year it was flooded with beautiful flowers, long grass, and vines crawling along the stone pathways.
In the evening hour they had been gathered into the Great Hall, the main floor of the Courthouse. Torches and the last hours of sunlight lite up the massive room. Above them his young owl Alena perched on the edge of the railing of the floor above them, yellow eyes watching curiously. In the corner a group of traveling musicians played softly, the sort of music one talked to. On either side of the room sat tables assigned the duty of holding any gifts that members have brought for their new allies, and at the far end of the hall opposite of the entrance a long table lined with various treats awaited the guests.
The Cavalieri stood on top of a small stage made from thick wooden planks and looked out at the crowd, motioning for the Cercatori leader to join him. This particular evening Jazper had made sure to dress his best. His fur was well groomed and his outfit was quite elaborate. He wore his cleanest beige pants,, ripped a quarted down his calves, a crimson button up, and his chocolate brown bear fur cloak. But what he was most excited to show off was the presents Ismeme had brought him from Freetown. Two leather gauntlets brand new wrapped around his wrists and perhaps the showiest part of his formal uniform was the matching leather paildron, which covered his right shoulder and was held on by a strap wrapped around his upper torso.
“Greetings family and friends.” His booming Scottish accent easily carried over the cheerful chatter of the nearly forty canines before him, all knowing well enough to listen. Although in appearance the warrior was very dressed up, looking like the true Knight he was, and his pure size was often quite intimidating there was a charming smile on his muzzle, one of true happiness. Those that knew the Sole knew him to be a big softie and his gentle cheerful words certainly displayed this to those listening,
“This evening we welcome Cercatori d’Arte into the very heart of our home not only as guests but as friends. Casa di Cavalieri is home to many a fighter but strength is not at the forefront of our values. Today we celebrate a much stronger value, the forming of bonds with another pack. From this day forward when you greet an Artisain, or an Artisain greets a Cavalier, you will know they are a friend.” Pausing he looked out over the group, his grin reaching from ear to ear. “I encourage you all to feast, drink and enjoy the music. Get to know one another and enjoy yourselves. Casa is home to you all now.” With the end of his words he turned his golden eyes to Skye, eye brow raising as a signal to speak now or forever hold her peace. A glass of wine waiting the end of formalities. His golden eyes shifted to the rabbit fur cloak that sat on the table behind them, a gift he had made for the Artisian leader, but he would wait until after her speech to give it to her.
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