Whisper of the Wind

Helios Kowl · 09-19-2012, 08:13 PM

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1pt for word of the day

In Character

After a day of collecting, then sleeping, he had acquired quite the supply of dirft wood. Helios was happy to just lay among the gnarled pieces rather than actually begin carving into them, each, in his opinion, had a special character to them that he didn't want to spoil. He brought to his odd eyes, a chunk that was especially warped and curved. Humming to himself, he produced an image in his mind of what it might be if he pursued it. Inhaling slowly, he laid onto his back, putting the piece nearby as he stared up at the slate grey sky. It was bound to rain any day and despite his better nature he had decided that shelter was an optional affair. Lounging in the cool sand was an activity the thickly furred Australian Shepherd much preferred.

Closing his eyes, he could hear the whisper of the waves and the whistle of the wind. He didn't want to bollix up his carvings. Fingering his fine whittling knife in one hand, he ran his fingers through the sand in thought. It was getting colder by the second despite it being almost mid day. Though the cold didn't bother, the absence of others and their voices was a bit daunting. He felt utterly alone out on the beach. With only the presence of a few distant gulls, he was solitary. Helios didn't like being along, he liked to talk with others. His sister was often at his side but she had taken to wandering other regions of Nova Scotia without him. He didn't mind so much, but when she wasn't around there really wasn't much else to do. Not that was was ever much of a talker, but Helios had learned his way around a quiet character. Huffing a sigh again and grabbing the driftwood again, he took up pouting and examining it once again.

Hadley · 09-20-2012, 04:47 PM

Hadley had headed out to collect some drift wood. The weather was turning bad, and he thought it'd be a good idea to collect dry wood while it was still there to be had. Amatha trundled along as well, alternating between being carried and tripping over everything she came across. The large male smiled fondly at his daughter, watching her head out over everything. She was the light of his life, perhaps even rivaling Isa for his affections, even when his mate held his heart in the palm of his hand.

They reached the beach, Hadley picking up driftwood as he came across it. He hummed softly, Amatha enjoying the feel of the sand under her paws. Spotting another canine up ahead he smiled broadly, lifting a hand in greeting. Lousy weather to be out in. Amatha lead the charge towards the stranger, managing to not fall as she leaped over and sat down, watching the stranger with bright hazel eyes. Hadley settled down next to her, grinning at the dog. Are you a carver?

Helios Kowl · 09-21-2012, 12:47 AM

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In Character

The sound and smell of new canines was quite the surprise. When he did hear the voice, he had bounced up both with excitement and abruptness. Not that he wasn't happy, he was ecstatic. As a dog of great gregarious character he could hardly stand being all solitary and somber when he could be cheery. The sudden surge of emotion caused his hindquarters to give a sort of wiggle even optime form could not stop it. Grinning broadly, he returned the greeting. "Hello and welcome to my exclusive bit of beach! Where the weather's gray and the sand grayer." He fashioned himself to be quite witty after the remark but found his interest taken up by the strangers question.

"Oh, yes. I love to carve, I find it to be a beautiful form of expression. I never keep any pieces for long though, I usually just leave them where I make them." His smile had expanded to such that his eyes could hardly stay open. This new fellow seemed to be of the agreeable sort and the younger seemed even more friendly. She was obviously young and had an appearance of youthful naivety about her. Her guardian didn't have the same visage of peace in his countenance. There was a shadow of something but Helios did not bother to analyze it further than that. A friendly canine was a friend to him no matter their past. "I assume you carve as well?"

It was not often that others inquired about his often extensive collections of wood or pieces of antler. Even his sister had begun ignoring his slight hording habit about him. Strangers often just assumed he was just a little bit off his rocker except when he was actually committing to a piece of work, especially due to the fact he very rarely had any of the carvings on his person.

Hadley · 09-21-2012, 11:09 AM

The canine suddenly erupted into movement, straightening up with his tail creating it's own miniature storm behind him. Amatha stumbled backwards in surprise, wide eyes staring at the tail. Hadley gathered Amatha up, soothingly clucking to her. It wasn't often that she was surprised by other things as Hadley made sure that her life was sheltered. As harmless as the dog's movements were, Hadley still watched with care, Amatha safely tucked into his grasp now and unlikely to be set free.

The remark was funny, a wry smile twisting across the carver's face at the stranger's words. Not so sure about the exclusive part. The weather part he had no argument about. Tilting his head he had to wonder why such an enthusiastic carver would abandon his work. If you put all that care into making them, why would you just leave them behind? The question embarrassed Hadley slightly, always a little awkward talking about himself. I do...fix things, and make small carvings. He had been told he had talent, though he did not see it himself.

Helios Kowl · 09-23-2012, 12:44 AM

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Seeing that the others were taken aback by his eccentric movement, he toned it down. His eager quivering reduced to a flicking ear or a lolling tongue. Smiling broadly, he peered over at the two that had come to him. Humming away pleasantly, he took his time in replying.

"Well, I'm used to traveling light. As you see, I have nothing on me other than my father's sword and a small knife. Life is hard in the wilderness and I have everything I need right here! Fur to keep me warm, teeth to eat with a body to wrestle with." Turning his eyes to the dark sky, he quietly contemplated the horizon. It was a very intimidating grey and there was a bit of a breeze. Smelling the air, he felt a chill run down his spine. Helios very rarely felt cold and it was a disconcerting feeling. Putting away the feeling, he tucked his knees up against his chest to try to ward off the chill. "I'd love to see your work sometime, even things that are repairs have a certain beauty about them."

Helios decided that the two were fine company to keep. He found them both rather peaceful, in a good place and content with themselves. It had been awhile since he had known such peace and tranquility, coming to the beach was a close substitute though. The wind and the sound of the water was soothing.

Hadley · 09-25-2012, 01:14 PM

The dog calmed down some seeing the startled movement, Amatha rapidly returning to squirming around to get out and meet this new canine. Hadley's grip remained firm however. He wasn't about to let his pup go out and accidentally get herself harmed poking her nose around the various items that the stranger had with him, even if he was as friendly as he appeared to be. He nodded his head, knowing what it meant to own so little. Hadley owned a hat, some carving tools, and a house where he lived with Isa. The rest were either toys and necessities for Amatha or items belonging to his mate.

The compliment brought his head down a little, smiling. Thanks. It was good to have his work appreciated, even if it wasn't truly anything great. Could repairs have a beauty to them? He hadn't looked for it, not thinking that such a thing existed. My name's Hadley. This is my daughter Amatha. He shifted the pup in his arms, holding out a hand to shake it. He was rather enjoying this conversation, even if the weather was nowhere near as pleasant as he'd like it to be. It felt rather threatening.

Helios Kowl · 09-27-2012, 07:54 PM

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Helios eagerly reached out and clasped hands with the older wolf. Grinning broadly, he offered his name in exchange, "Helios Kowl." The dog stated and giving the sky another look he felt a distant tremor of anxiety shoot through him. The wind and the waves were not weakening, while rough weather was fine, Helios had a deep fear of storms. He masked his fear well and gave Amatha a warm smile. >b> "It's very nice meeting both of you, being relatively new to this country and all." Meeting strangers was a trait he adopted without choice, having traveled through many different territories being amiable was necessary to keep good relations, especially for a traveler with not much in the world other than his own skin.

Though, he had never been to the sea, which is why he sat in the gray sand despite the weather and chilled wind. Weather inland never seemed to have the same ferocity that the endless water had. In his short time, he had experienced nothing but pleasantness in the weather. Since fall had come onto the land, with winter quick approaching, he had expected to have face the elements. So far, despite the wind and hissing waves, it had proved to be kind to him. To put his mind away from the weather, he turned towards Hadley and his daughter, "Where do you fit in around here? Part of a pack?"

Hadley · 09-28-2012, 11:36 AM

Amatha reached over, immediately licking at the offered hand of the stranger. He did seem rather nice, so Hadley didn't stop her from doing that. His name was rather unusual to Hadley's ears, but there were many unusual names out there. Hadley followed Helios' eyes up to the sky, remembering why he'd come out. He wanted to get as much wood as possible so they could stay warm while the rain drenched everything. He had to hurry, or there might not be anything dry to burn.

It's pleasant to meet you as well. Hadley's grip was firm, the callouses on his palm easy to feel. When he released the other's hand he settled down, letting Amatha slip free to sniff at the various carvings. He watched her with care to make sure that she didn't hurt herself on anything. We belong to the pack Casa di Cavalieri. It's a warrior pack dedicated to helping others. He straightened up with pride as he explained the pack. It had saved him and gave him a purpose in life. He wouldn't betray it.

Helios Kowl · 09-29-2012, 07:12 PM

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"Wow, fancy," he said was an appreciative expression. While simultaneously taking Amatha's offered head lightly and giving her a bright smile. Helios wasn't sure how he was like fighting and protecting others. Other than hand to hand combat he was not much of a fighter. Though, he was a stout and brawny fellow he could not even use his father's own sword to defend himself. He could see that Hadley was very proud of his pack and he didn't want to offend the hybrid that was easily two feet taller than him. Helios did consider that going for the knees, in that scenarios, would be the best option...

The weather had not been improving while they sat there, idly chatting as the clouds darkened and the see frothed further. Standing slowly, as not to frighten, he stretched out an ache from his back and gave his furry body a shake to rid him of some of the sand. Hadley seemed more eager to get something done than lounge while rain was quickly approaching. "I don't want to keep you waiting here, need help with anything? I'm sure you have a purpose for being out here, not really a day for a stroll on the beach." Helios had nothing better to do, though his inner help-thy-brother had kicked in. Looking down at the wood he had collected he shrugged it off, there would be other days when he could collect and carve.

Hadley · 09-30-2012, 10:27 AM

He grinned broadly at Helios' words praising his pack. That was right, his pack was pretty incredible. No reason for others to mock it when it helped others and had such a strong member basis. Amatha continued her small exploration over the sticks, Hadley's eyes glued to her frame to make sure she didn't get hurt. She wasn't a small pup, living in a pack full of rather large canines, but to him she was delicate and fragile. The approaching storm did earn another quick gaze out to sea before he gathered Amatha up as Helios stood.

Nodding his head he gestured widely. The storm's going to soak everything, so I want to get some wood to burn before that happens. I have some supplies already in case I have to make repairs, and I'd rather not be forced to burn that. Using wet wood for carpentry was not only difficult, it could result in warped wood and flawed work that became dangerous later on. He didn't want to wait for it to dry when everyone would be busy moving forwards, so getting a supply of it was the only option.

Helios Kowl · 09-30-2012, 02:45 PM

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"Well, let me give you hand. Two dogs are better than one, right?" A smile curled his muzzle and he immediately bent to the task of collecting and stacking wood in his arms. The work was not completely charity, if he helped, he hoped he could earn some shelter for the night. Helios hated storms, minor and large, he had simply spent too many of them exposed and terrified to appreciate their savage beauty at work. Just the thought of that made his head twitch towards his father's sword. He had used to love storms when he was a puppy, his father would have joked and laughed his fears away.

Helios shook away the memory and reached for another piece of wood. He didn't want to over encumber himself if the distance was exceedingly far. Strong as he was, he wasn't invincible to strain. "Where's your place anyway?" He asked, throwing the question over his shoulder. He set his collection of wood down and turned to survey the ocean and the sky. Dark clouds were accumulating with a frightening pace. He would be surprised if rain didn't hit within the hour. Hugging himself to relish the warmth that he had and hoping that whatever was coming would be short lived.

There was nothing he hated more than rain drenched fur.

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