Final Decision [J]

Final Decision [J]

Jiva Takekuro

01-26-2012, 05:38 AM

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Late afternoon if possible Big Grin

Jiva is here to save the daaay... ok not really but he wants ta join ^^

It had taken him many days to decide on whether or not to actually join the pack New Dawn. It was a hard decision for the young man and he didn’t know if he should or shouldn’t but soon things seemed to fall into place. He was starting to dislike that of the new world. Where Luperci acted in accordance to humans. Taking over what they had once found normal. But... wasn’t that why the humans died off? Because they were not meant to get so far into technology that they did something stupid? His next thought was... would the luperci do the same thing? Some seemed stupid enough to delve into things they really shouldn’t and in turn made it hard on other wolves.

It wasn’t that, but he felt natural being a part of something natural, something that had evolved with them for tens of thousands of years, though he didn’t know how long exactly nor cared, he knew that deep down inside he wanted what new dawn had. It didn’t matter that meeting Insomnia helped either. She was a beauty amongst, well others, but hers was a strange one and he wanted to further investigate his feelings. He wouldn’t show such things around her though, that would be mortifying. So his mind was set.

Heading back up to the mountains, towards where he had helped Zalen chase off the cougar, he scaled towards the border, looking for a good spot to howl so not to make it hard on anyone else to come down and back up. Once and a good spot, and just outside the borders he waited, ready, not sure who would come for him. He was in his lupus form. A form that he used far more often than he did any of his others. He waited, sitting down, ready to greet whoever came to meet up with him.

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Augustus

01-26-2012, 10:39 AM

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The black and white hued figure was flush with exertion. His usual habit of tracking the deer and elk herds of New Dawn had proven almost disastrous today. In his enthusiasm he’d stepped too near the creatures who’d panicked and ran. It brought his instincts to the forefront, and he couldn’t help it and gave chase despite his thoughts against it. The effort proved futile in the end and he now stood spent and panting, his tongue lolling from his jaws. More a wolf for strategic hunting and ambushes, he had been little prepared for this turn of events. They were nothing but a long string of dots in the distance now, leaving the score of hunter to prey zero to one. He hung his head a moment and sighed heavily, but shrugged it off in the end. He would be back, with his brothers, no doubt, and he would feast on their meat. He was content in that fact for now and began to even his breathing.

The wolf turned and filled his nostrils with the smell of the pack border. He was not aware he’d strayed so far and turned to give it a bit of attention. He added his scent, just to mark his own trail and solidify the territorial marker, which was already supremely obvious. It wasn’t only for that reason, however. He wished to plant his scent along the line as evidence to trespassers that these borders were indeed monitored often, and enforced, they would not suffer strangers to cross. With a dutiful glance eastward, he checked the area beyond and all around him to ensure that there was no such intrusion.

Something caught his eye, then. There was a dash of red just beyond the border not far off. He stiffened a moment and brought himself towards the other, lifting his muzzle to the air as he did so, to further his knowledge by taking in his scent. Whoever it was, he was male, and he was not one of his brothers. He brought himself just short of the younger man, pausing on the inner side of the border before him. He eyed him over, taking in his appearance. His yellow and green flecked gazed paused on his face where he noticed the bi-colored eyes, and husky-like mask. There was wolf in him as well, but he was wary. “Stay put, stranger. This is the territory of New Dawn.” He warned gruffly, still eyeing the man carefully. “What is your business here?”

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Jiva Takekuro

01-26-2012, 07:12 PM

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Word Count :: 418
OOC: Sorry for babble at the end you don't have to read the end part particularly hard Wink

Company came far sooner than Jiva had suspected. The young mand bent down and lowered himself, looking up at the one who spoke. He looked up, though he knew this was not the leader as he had met and helped him chase away a cougar many days ago he would still show respect and to show his head higher than the other wasn’t so. He sat up a little but kept his head low,

“I am Jiva Takekuro and I’m here to join. I have met with Zalen your alpha and I have word of my decision for him.”

Jiva said, quitely, letting his eyes fall to the ground. He left the nape of his neck exposed and listened for an answer. Jiva was not born into a wild pack, though he was doing his best to let instinct go along from now. It wasn’t easy as he had been taught many different things. He hoped that Tobias was welcome as well, though he was not with Jiva right now, they had just met earlier that day, but he had been one of the birds his father had trained. It had been a surprise to Jiva when Tobias came to him, and even bigger one when it seemed he wanted to travel with the young male. Right now though Jiva had sent him off just in case the redtail was not allowed to accompany the red wolfdog. Though Jiva looked more the dog that his genes shared with he was in fact more wolf, and it dominated in his body shape with the acceptation of the curly husky tail. The rest of him was more or less husky markings, but well equipped for the wild outdoors and keeping himself hidden behind trees. He wasn’t sure if the male before him would even call Zalen, but he hoped so. Zalen had told Jiva of this place as well as his cousin being his mate and the leader of the pack next to him. It was only one family member and Jiva was thankful for that. In Cour des Miracles, where he was born he had nothing but family around him. He would have figured he’d mate into the family if he continued to stay there. But here he was now, in hopes he was doing things right and being the right amount of submissive to the male before him. Enough to at least have him call his alpha to come and speak with Jiva.

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Titania Moonsong

01-27-2012, 12:10 AM

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burning the ground, I break from the crowd
I'm on the hunt I'm after you

strut on a line, it's discord and rhyme

AND I'M HUNGRY LIKE THE WOLF

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Luckily, a second call to the alphas was not needed, for the first had reached the Alphess's ears. She was still quite a ways away, but just moments after the two wolves met her howl sang to New Dawn. She was nearby and she intended to come see what the commotion was all about herself. When the silvery alphess emerged on the scene the two had been speaking for only a brief moment.

Amber eyes took in the sight of the two wolves; of the mottled gray and white tones of her pack brother, Augustus, and then of the other wolf. He was a stranger, and that made Titania bristle even though he played a submissive act to the wolf of New Dawn. She cocked her head, espying his pelt. It looked like autumn threw up all over him. Fall wasn't such a bad season to look like, she supposed. If he was fall then her mother was winter, Zalen was... night... ok, not a season... and... What?

Titania shook her head gruffly, realizing her mind was wandering with the musings of a pup. Despite now being a pack leader, some part of her innocence still clung to her with the mightiest death grip, and she needed to snap herself out of it at times. Now was not the time to let her attention wander. “...decision for him...” the fall wolf was saying, but it seemed that was the last of his words. Darn, she didn't catch it all.

Titania started forward again, yipping softly to let Augustus, who was probably a bit on edge, know that she was coming up behind him. Stopping at her pack mate's side she bothered not with showing off her rank to Augustus, but held her head high and tail curled as she looked at Jiva. “I am sure my brother has already taken care of the preliminary questions,” she nodded toward Augustus without turning her eyes. “From where do you hail? And if you are anything but moon led then I strongly suggest you take your business elsewhere.”

She glanced at Augustus now, her look urging him to remain calm yet at the ready. “Now, repeat,” she demanded – though gently - when she turned back to Jiva.

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Jiva Takekuro

01-27-2012, 01:02 AM

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At the sight of his cousin, for he knew her, how could she not, the sisters had unmistakeable markings of both their parents and Jiva couldn’t forget the looks of either of them, but it seemed that he was not so lucky as she demanded to know who he was, he bent even lower seeing that she had extreme authority even if she didn’t have to show it. Swallowing hard he stammered.

“Y-you don’t remember me Titania? It’s Jiva, Jiva Takekuro...”

He knew what she meant by moon called but he didn’t know if he was or not, though he wished to be, and he was silent for a while then looked up but did not meet her eyes.

“I do not know entirely what it means to be moon called but I’m willing to learn and remember my instincts as a wolf should...”

He hoped this was the right answer, though he wasn’t sure. He just felt the overwhelming authority that came off her as she talked to him, her tail raise high as well as her whole body, a perfect poise of a pure wolf, something Jiva wish he could reenact but knew he couldn’t for he was still only a mutt. His curled tail was tucked between his legs and he bent lower, he wasn’t sure he would be fit for any other pack, and felt that this one called him far more than any other pack would.

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Augustus

01-27-2012, 01:08 AM

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OOC Oh, I assume the posting order is free then?

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Augustus sniffed the young hybrid over, prodding him roughly with his snout at times, to ensure him that he was neither afraid of him, nor unwilling to use force if his intentions proved less than proper. He would suffer no threats to his pack, and would make that fact known now itself. His eyes never left his face, however, as if searching within for some ulterior motive. He perked his ears when he spoke, only to have his attention torn to the sounding of a familiar howl. Her sweet song gave her away readily, and he was relieved of the matter of calling for them himself. He did not turn to greet her, but kept the stranger firmly in his sights. He stood tall and alert, despite his Alphess drawing near, this was not the time for submission, but neither was he acting out of dominance. It was merely a front put on for the stranger alone. His ears swiveled to the sound of her yip and that of her steps coming up behind him.

“My Alphess will determine whether or not you are telling the truth.” His eyes turned to the silvery female briefly, acknowledging her presence, and pointing her out to the stranger. By now he would have seen her for himself, no doubt, but he wished to clarify her being to him, and that she would be asking the questions from now on. “I have, Alphess.” He confirmed, but said nothing more as she began to speak to Jiva. His eyes never left the males face. If they were not faced with a stranger a surge of uneasiness would have taken the male to be so close to the undeniably beautiful wolfess. But now was not the time for such thoughts, and his focus never wavered.

His heartbeat was a steady drumming in his chest, its pace quickened by the pumping of adrenaline into his bloodstream. The wolf was younger and smaller than himself, and he was sure of his success should it come to blows, and was more than eager to demonstrate his prowess to the young Alphess. Sensing her cautioning gaze upon him he turned his head for the briefest of seconds to nod once before returning his gaze to the stranger.

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Titania Moonsong

01-27-2012, 05:37 PM

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burning the ground, I break from the crowd
I'm on the hunt I'm after you

strut on a line, it's discord and rhyme

AND I'M HUNGRY LIKE THE WOLF

Word Count :: 373

Augustus was the picture of obedience, standing tall and proud and representing his pack honorably as he kept his sights trained on the stranger. Now that Titania was there it created a whole new set of worries for a subordinate. Before he just needed to see that this wolf did not breach their borders. Now it was up to Augustus to keep Titania safe in the process. He seemed to step up to the pressure without a problem.

What was said next threw Titania for a loop. Her cautious eyes widened and she took a half step back, forepaw coming off the ground in a show of surprise as she gasped. “Jiva!” she yelped, her tone pure shock. “I didn’t recognize you!”

Her shock was quickly overturned by the tell tale signs of happiness as she barked and lurched forward, her tail now whipping the air wildly as she prodded at Jiva with her nose, licking and nipping at his muzzle. Her eyes turned to Augustus, a bright smile on her face and her body and her words told the other that she fully accepted Jiva’s presence here.

“Augustus, this is Jiva, he is my cousin,” she explained. “We played together as pups when my mother visited my uncle in Cour des Miracles. It’s been so long… I should have known from your coat, but you’re so different now!” The last part, of course, was directed to Jiva. Titania was only older than her cousin by a couple weeks, but at this age Jiva was fast becoming the larger wolf. “And he is moon called indeed,” she said sweetly as she nuzzled her cousin’s cheek. “Even if he doesn’t know it yet.”

“So what brings you to New Dawn? To see me?” She cocked her head as she asked. She was truly curious, not having heard the beginning of the two wolves’ discussion and missing the part about taking Zalen up on his offer. Though there was an inkling of hope within her that that was what he was here for. He did say he would like to understand more about what she meant by ‘moon called’ and his instincts, and she looked at him with wonder. “Are you here to stay, Cousin?”

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Jiva Takekuro

01-27-2012, 10:07 PM

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The wolf that he didn’t know made him quite nervous, in fact he would have turned tail and ran if Titania were there. He was thankful for that too or he knew he would not have been considered for a place in the pack. He kept his eye out, but he was so relieved when Titania recognized him. Jiva let out a breath that he had hardly noticed he held. He hardly knew he had changed since last seeing her, though he had grown far more mature than his puppy self and his mohawk did make a difference in his looks. He wagged his curled tail feverishly at Titania, happy to know she was excited to see her, returning her nips, and feeling joyful she was glad to see him.

I have come to to join actually. Zalen told me much about this pack after I helped him take care of a cougar. I would be glad to be a member of your pack.”

He said, and plopped on the ground, rolling onto his back and exposing his neck and other tenders to the very beautiful Titania. He could see that she had filled out from her puppy fat and she was well on her way to adulthood and he knew that she would be fought over. Even if it was evident that Zalen’s smell was all over the young woman. He would let Titania know about Tobias and if she did not wish for the bird to be with him in the pack, he would make sure that Tobias did not stay. Right now he was hoping for himself to become a member, and it seemed his hopes were high now that Titania had recognized him. A feet he was thankful for because the man, Augustus did she call him? Well he seemed ready to tear Jiva apart, though he was sure only if Jiva had done something to her to deserve it. He was only protecting Titania and his pack, though he still made Jiva feel a little nervous.

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Titania Moonsong

01-28-2012, 03:40 PM

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burning the ground, I break from the crowd
I'm on the hunt I'm after you

strut on a line, it's discord and rhyme

AND I'M HUNGRY LIKE THE WOLF

Sorry Stormie, just posting out of turn in the interest of getting Jiva accepted/titled, so Shaw can begin posting in the ND forum. Smile

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“You've met Zalen?” How did this fact manage to elude her? Her mate and fellow leader would probably have told her about this, but perhaps had been too busy. Or maybe she herself had been too busy, and wasn't paying attention when he did. Had she known to expect him here, she might have recognized Jiva from the start.

Pure happiness overwhelmed her countenance as Jiva told them of his intentions to stay. Another Takekuro, family, in this pack? Of course they were all family, but she was proud that another of her own blood line had seen the way. It was clear that Jiva already knew what was expected of him, from the proper stance he had during the entire meeting, and now this. She took a step back, giving him room as she was next to him, and watched delightedly as he laid down and turned over. It was the perfect request for entrance into her pack, only compounded more so by the fact that he was blood.

Without saying anything, Titania stepped over him until she stood above him and poked her nose down at his chest, his face, his neck. There was a moment of pause before she opened her jaws and placed her teeth around his throat, but of course she never bit down. She held that pose for a moment, pacing it by her own heart beat, and then let go and leaped off of him.

Moving next to Augustus, she raised her head high into the air and let her soothing howl sing. We have a new brother, my pack. She crooned to the land, and when that breath ran out she did it again. There was a short pause as she looked at Jiva, and it was obvious that she invited the others two to join in with the celebration. Voices sounded from afar, the wayward members of New Dawn howling back their delight.

After their wolfish announcement was complete she bounded a few feet inside the borders, pausing to look over her shoulder at the two members of her pack. “Come, Jiva! Come see your new home,” her tail, curled high over her back, wagged gently in joy. “No doubt if we go back to the den there will be others there to welcome you.”

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New Dawn

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01-28-2012, 03:43 PM

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Congratulations! You no longer stray from the path and have returned to life as a true wolf. You do not have to face this world alone, and now may rely on the wisdom of your pack to guide you.

Take a moment to check out our Game and the Moons to see how you can start collecting rewards.
Remember to study your new realm by reviewing the Map and Territory Guide so you may know the land in which your family thrives. Do not be afraid to travel anywhere within the borders of New Dawn.
Please read about our Culture and take a moment to review our Policies so you are best equipped to live as a true wolf.

If you have any questions or concerns you may always seek your alphas' guidance by contacting Nat (Zalen Damaichu) or Nuki (Titania Moonsong). Feel free to start posting in your new home immediately, or if you would like to plan a thread you may poke your muzzle around in Thread Requests or Open Threads!

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Augustus

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01-28-2012, 11:40 PM

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OOC Oh, no problem at all. I was just like "what?" earlier because when I was typing my reply Shaw's post appeared as soon as I posted it, and I was like "ah, man now I have to go back and edit,' -lol just bein' lazy. xD Welcome Shaw ! <3

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Augustus nearly started at Titania’s sudden yelp. He crouched down, ready to attack, but as she continued speaking he soon realized that it was no longer necessary. He brought himself to his full height, his brow furrowing as he looked from Titania to Jiva. She beamed at him, and his pelt relaxed along his neck and spine. The harsh lines of his confusion eased when the Alphess turned her attention to him to explain the circumstances and her relationship to the red man. He turned his green flecked gaze to Jiva, but his eyes were no longer narrowed in suspicion. As Titania accepted him Augustus knew he must accept him as well. He was not reluctant to do so, but it took him a few moments to recover from the sudden excitement. He watched them as they spoke, feeling the slow drumming of his heart as it slowed to a more even pace in his thick chest.

The red man was relieved, he could see, but sensed his unease. Was it something he’d done? His brows crinkled again, it didn’t occur to him that he’d succeeded at intimidating the stranger and so thoroughly. He was a simple guy, a full blooded wolf who’d always lived as so, and was not aware that his behavior could be thought a little over zealous. It was his way, and the way of the wild. It was something he’d puzzle at for the next few minutes, but soon forget later. There were far more things to think and do.

He backed himself a little from the two, allowing them to talk and relieve the air of its previous tension. Plus, he did not want to unsettle the younger man further. They were to be brothers, he understood. He had no family other than the wolves of New Dawn themselves, and couldn’t help but feel the slightest bit out of place. He differed greatly from these wolves who’d dwelt within Nova Scotia since birth. It made him miss the Yukon and its vast tundra. In truth, he’d really never had a family, but the land itself was in his blood. It was in his fur, the mottled blacks and whites. They were the colors of the north.

He was torn from his reverie as the Alphess returned to his side. Her song sung to the air and he knew it was done. She looked to them and he rose his head skyward, allowing his voice to meld with theirs, rising high, then low, then soaring heavenward once more. It died away with theirs. She turned inwards and he followed obediently. He said nothing, letting his howl from before do the talking for him, but he would find this man later, to welcome him properly, and hopefully put him at ease.

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Insomnia

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01-30-2012, 03:51 PM

bringing this little thang in here ;D

Curled up tight from the early morning chill, the pale facade of the wolf etched softly as she slept. It was an almost timeless moment, how can you speak of such things after all when they do not apply? She shifted slightly, the smooth feeling of sand almost lulling her under. She had not yet figured out what exactly this place was, the smell of salt on the damp air almost enough to tease. But, she felt calm here and that might not be such a bad thing. Warming her up at the tips, almost ready to start this day.
Slowly, without effort she opened her eyes. Radiant harvest orange greeted the world, intelligence of a higher sort laced through out. She was not a genius nor tried to be, but the analytical mindset never rest. The caws of those first gulls greeted him like some strange symphony, ears curved forward to seep it all in. She lifted her head up, casting a glance towards the grasslands. The sky was a misty grey, almost making her shiver at the site of it. What sort of wonders might be held with in its grasp? Could it possibly be anything better then up here? Breathing in deep, soothed by the cold. Shifting up to sit on her haunches, she leaned back and grated his spine against the rocks. Shedding the stiffness of the night. And hopefully getting everything right.

(SOME TIME HAS PASSED SO THINK OF THIS PART AS AFTERNOON D<)

And just what sort of wolves might she be graced with? So far everything was still with peace, almost tranquil. Glancing up ahead, long limbs dipping gracefully as she moved across the land. She paused behind a rather large jet of rock, peering around the corner. Two males and one females, coat colors varied as a rainbow. Swallowing her ever beating heart, gathering up her best nerves. The last meeting she had attended, had not gone so well. She wanted oh so badly for this to work out. She oh so badly wanted friends. So be brave girl, and go forth into their midst. Tail held level with her spine he sauntered in, a shy grin plastered on her ebony lips.

He paused to take them all in, a red male alongside her alphess, Titania. She glanced around at the wolves, a shy male with those multi-colored eyes. She knew who that was. She pulled himself up strait, Tail waving a few times in greeting. "Hey!" It was the only thing that seemed fit to say. She settled once more upon her haunches, tail resting away from her. So far, so good.

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Jiva Takekuro

#13

01-30-2012, 08:06 PM

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OOC: Sorry about posting out of line before Stormie, I got excited and didn't know you were on lol. And the "i don't like you much" starts, heh.... silly Jiva :O .

Jiva nodded at her question. He had learned that Zalen had heard of Jiva’s father. Zalen had offered Jiva a place in the pack, even though he was not a full blooded wolf, not like his father, or even his cousin. It was a part of the reason he came. It did have Titania in it, who was his favorite cousin, not to mention the only one of his blood. He didn’t mind family but being surrounded by them and judged because of them, he didn’t want that. He wagged his tail as she seemed excited about his news.

When he rolled over, his instinct was controlling him, though until she moved over him and took a hold of the thin part on his neck, he felt almost foolish and would have gotten up if she hadn’t acted quickly. She had accepted him and he couldn’t help but wag his tail as he turned over and stood on all fours. She howled for all to hear and he took third after the other light colored male went in, taking his own place in the pack, knowing he was the underling of the whole of the pack at the moment. He howled announcing himself, and presenting his faith in the pack as well as his promise of utmost loyalty. No longer would he think about such things that helped bring the humans to their doom. He was a wolf, and he would live as one, though he would be an oddity, as he had a bird companion. Once they finished Jiva looked at Titania, eyes imploring.

“I do have a companion. His name is Tobias, and well he’s not use to wolf ways, nor is he one, but I hope he can make his home in the trees. He’s a great scout and powerful hunter.”

He said timidly. He turned as he heard a greeting, it had been the black female he had met at the festival, he lowered his head, and shook it, but he did not do much more than that. He had acknowledged her, but he was far too scared to talk to her, his tail stopped it’s furious wag to only be at a slow paced one. His attention went back entirely to his now Alpha.

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