Dedication to the Birds

Dalgina Wolfe-Denahlii · 06-25-2012, 04:36 PM

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Dalgina had stepped outside of the pack for a moment. She wasn't really planning on going anywhere, just leaving behind the activity that filled it for a moment of rest. She didn't feel like visiting her usual haunts. She just wanted to go out, and feel the breeze on her face. To walk into the unknown a short distance. The pack was just around the corner, but she stood where she didn't know anything. Each scent that rose towards her was new for her to experience.

Tehu flew overhead before coming down, resting on her shoulder. He chirruped to her brightly, talking about the currents that carried him through the air. Dalgina wished she could ride them as well, but she was very much earth bound. Dalgina petted his head softly, talking back to him in a quiet voice. She wasn't going anywhere, just enjoying the moment right now as she stretched out beneath the warm sun.

Alexander Collins · 06-27-2012, 01:44 PM

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It was about time that he went down to see his sister. Alex had been nervous about doing so, considering how the last time he'd seen her had gone. Alex was doing well in his life, but still not as well as his sister. He'd ended up grabbing some bottles of alcohol to make a peace offering with, as well as some of his supplies for tattoos and piercings, so he could pick up some new things for the pack by trade. Alex rode a horse he'd borrowed from the pack, making the trip shorter than it would have been.

He was near the pack border when he halted. Alex felt a bit uneasy coming here, considering what it had been like the last time. He wasn't proud of how he'd left. Humming Alex dismounted, looking around at the border. Perhaps someone was nearby he could talk to. Really he was just postponing the need to howl, but it sounded better reasoning to himself like that. Spotting someone nearby Alex grinned broadly. It was his lucky day. It was a petite female, pretty. Chatting with a bird. Stepping over Alex called out. Hello there! You wouldn't be a member of Cercatori d'Arte, would you?

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Dalgina Wolfe-Denahlii · 06-28-2012, 04:19 PM

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Dalgina glanced up as the voice drew near. Pulling her legs up she watched the pale male. He had some jewelry on his body. They were in his ears, unlike her own that adorned her neck. They glittered, and he stepped with a confidence that seemed to swallow everything up. There was an ease to his manner, almost insisting that he wasn't taken seriously, that the world was a joke. The jeans he wore laid slack against his body, fitting in with the casual air he carried. His hair was messy, short and knotted.

Tehu spread his wings as the stranger drew near, as threatening as he could be. Dalgina was more quiet, pulling into herself. Yes. It was a single word, barely made out. Her eyes continued to roam over his body, noting the unusual scar on his body. It was beautiful, patterned. Colorful as well. Was it on purpose? She wanted to ask him, but he wasn't someone she knew. Interacting with members of her pack were difficult enough without a stranger thrown into the midst. She didn't recognize the pack, musty in it's smell. Can I help you?

Alexander Collins · 06-28-2012, 07:30 PM

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That was different. Brown eyes roamed over his body, studying him intensely. Normally Alex would bask in the attention, but she was younger than him. A lot younger. And he was pretty sure she wasn't interested in him that way. Not from the way her eyes lingered on his piercings and tattoo. Just studying what he looked like. It actually made him feel a little uneasy, but he managed to stand up under the gaze.

Asked if she could help him Alex smiled broadly. This was the point where he was supposed to ask about Skye. Instead, he decided to go with the interest in his piercings. Oh, I was just passing by. I know the pack's leader. You like my piercings? He moved over to her, opening up the case with other piercings in it. I can give you some as well if you'd like. I do tattoos as well. He pointed to the one above his eyes as an example, tail wagging.

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Dalgina Wolfe-Denahlii · 06-30-2012, 12:28 AM

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He knew Skye? Dalgina studied the male again, curious. What kind of connection did he have with her? As discreetly as she could she breathed in to take a sniff of him. The pack scent was strong, leaving her incapable of truly distinguishing the deeper more hidden scents that would have told who he was related to. He was so very rough in his appearance. Picturing the organized confident Capitana attached to this male was odd. His explanation did help make more sense. If he had something to trade, he probably had a connection to the pack. They did trade a lot, even if Dalgina didn't do a lot of it.

Her tail wagged rapidly as the case was opened up, offering her an array of goodies. There were hoops, and simple metal studs, and gems that would fit in her ears. Looking at the tattoo she smiled. I'd like both. A pair of the the small green gems. And...could you make this into a tattoo? Dalgina held up the colorful sketch she'd filled out earlier. It was a more abstract version of Tehu, his silhouette picked up, bold colors striking through the shadow.

Alexander Collins · 06-30-2012, 05:38 PM

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The obvious delight she held in what he offered cheered Alex up. This was definitely something he could handle! Easier than actually getting around to talking with Skye. He'd give her the piercings for free if it meant avoiding doing that. He did have a nice variety, mainly because he had so many piercings of his own. He enjoyed the different styles, enjoyed the way it made him look tougher than he actually was.

He looked at the drawing. It was surprisingly good! Whistling softly he looked at the rather delicate appearing female. A tattoo and piercings. It'll hurt. She seemed willing though. Piercings would go first. Picking out the green gems he cleaned off the needle he would use to pierce through her ears. Alright, this'll only take a moment. The needles were clean, the piercings ready. With a steady hand he carefully lanced through each ear. It bled a little from the one, but he cleaned it up easily enough and inserted the piercings. There you go.

The tattoo would be more difficult. That took time to accomplish. Are you sure you want this done? He didn't mind doing it, but he didn't want to be chased off by some angry parent either who was upset that he hurt their child.

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Dalgina Wolfe-Denahlii · 07-01-2012, 12:21 PM

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Her tail wagged at the appreciative whistle. It had taken her some time to do that drawing. Mixing the colors had taken time. It was easier now that she had her own paints, thanks to Mahn. The awkward problem of not having enough colors no longer existed. She nodded her head, fear flashing in her brown eyes as she braced herself. She did want this. Closing her eyes Dalgina stood still, hoping that it would be fairly quick. Pain lanced through each ear for a moment, Dalgina biting her lip.

Opening her eyes she smiled. It was done! Twisting around Dalgina looked for something she could gaze into. She wanted to see what her ears looked like. It didn't look like anything was there, unfortunately. Her attention shot back to the wolf, tail still swaying brightly behind her. Nodding her head she held out her arm. It hadn't been so bad. She could take a tattoo. She really did want this. It would be fantastic!

Alexander Collins · 07-01-2012, 05:39 PM

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He took the exposed wrist, drawing a knife out. Very carefully he shaved the fur clean from where he would be placing the tattoo. The place that he would tattoo would be scarred, but for now he left a large patch open, making it easier for him to work through. Once the skin was smooth he backed up. It didn't take long for him to get a fire going. Heating the dagger he turned to the female, smiling sympathetically. This would hurt.

As quick as he could he used the dagger to burn the design that she wanted into her skin. The smell of burning flesh rose, and he knew that this would create the scarred area he had asked for. His skill was sharp, not a single area more burned than had to be done for the tattoo to exist. As soon as he was done he picked up a cloth and gently wiped at the area. The blistered skin laid there, peeling. Rubbing at it gently he worked his way to the flesh that would be tattooed.

Sighing he picked up a sharp needle. Dipping it in the white dye he carefully inserted it, and began to dye the skin. The pigment absorbed, creating the white outline for the bird. Again and again he had to repeat this task before it was finished. It took a long time before he was able to move onto the next part. The black was easy, though it covered much of the area. Her skin was already dark, but he wanted to make sure. The black ink darkened the skin even further, laboriously slow. The morning was almost over when he finished and started with the red. Afternoon had set in by the time the blue and red had been added.

Leaning back he examined his work. It had been done quite well. Painful, probably. But it was beautiful, capturing the drawing she had shown to him. You'll have to keep it really clean. He pulled out a small ointment, passing it to her. This will do the job. He hoped she appreciated how difficult that had been for him. Glancing up he gathered his materials together. I should get back to my pack. A perfect excuse to not see Skye.

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