It had come time to spar with Bevroren, after making Motif his secondary he was well prepared to take something on like this. His healers and messengers had already gone through the training, and it was about time that he got his Mruni's at a higher rank. He wanted Abaven to have a reputation for its strong warriors. Do to that, he would need to spar with equally talented warriors, which is why he was glad with his chat that he had with Athena. Walking to the battlefield he smirked, tipping back his head and called out for all of Abaven and Bevroren's fighters. Bass took a seat as he waited, all senses on attention as he awaited the members to come, and for Motif to join his side. He was unsure if he and Athena were going to spar each other, or if they would just pair up their members and then judge the spars. Either or, he was happy to finally be on the way to a stronger pack, to show the world that young alpha's like him and Athena could rule the world if they wanted to. OOC: First round due on August 20th ?Speech?

OOC: Wolves yet to show up
Chrono - Absence/scarcity up

It had only been a day or so since the pair had nearly...done dirty things. Bass had accepted her into Abaven- and she planned to tell her previous leaders once the time came. For now, she would enjoy her new life with Bass and the rest of the pack. It was actually rather painful to leave that wonderful little pack. She'd miss Felician...but she guaranteed they'd cross paths again. It was also hard to leave her den. It was nice and comfortable...she'd never sleep in it again. So she made a little den near the rapids. Dug a big hole beneath a massive boulder and decided to make home there. It wasn't as comfortable as her den at the springs...but eh. A familiar howl ripped through the air as she had been working on her den a bit. Making it a little bigger so that her bones weren't twisted and cramped when she squeezed out. Though almost immediately the young dame knew it was Bass- calling out to the dear warriors of the pack. And Wren didn't waste another second. She slipped out of the small exit and stretched her long body to as far as it could go- before turning in the direction of the battlefield and beginning to propel herself toward it. She had apparently been the first to arrive... weird, but eh, more credit for her. Bass sat there, looking pretty lonely, and she immediately trotted out toward him and sat to his left. Her tail thumped softly against the earth behind her, before words fled from her lips. "Sparring today, are we now?" The young woman rolled her shoulders back and smirked, leaning forward and pressing her nose up to his cheek. Then, drawing her tongue gently along his ivory fur, she would pull away and smile. "Sounds exciting!" "Speech"

It was a strange voice that called for the members of Bevroren, one that Talvi could safely say that she had never heard before. She was somewhat reluctant to attend for that reason though with the others in the pack moving, the blue and silver girl would make her way to forwards to investigate. Somehow she had arrived first, Athena had probably had to speak to other members of the pack, it was the only explanation that she could think of though she wished it weren't true and her sister was here now. To make matters worse the pair before her were of course strangers and apparently rather loved up she figured from the close way in which they sat and the little affections they gave each other. Talvi had never really grown up witnessing public displays of affection like this although to be fair it hadn't been public until she had arrived. Deciding to point out the fact they were no longer alone she'd clear her throat slightly in hopes of catching their attention. "I am Talvi Zaldun, [insert rank here] of Bevroren." She would introduce herself. She still hoped that Athena and the rest of the Bevroren wolves would hurry up. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ ooc: So I don't know what rank Talvi holds in Bevroren, lets just pretend she said it...

The Soeverein heard Bass's call loud and clear and she smiled excitedly. Finally, her plan for a group training in war would come to reality. She pressed her nose affectionately to Vereux's cheek and told him, "Time to show them what Bevroren can do, my love." Pulling herself to her paws, she slipped out of the den and shook out her coat, taking a moment to make sure she looked her best before she trotted off to meet up with the Abaven leader. She hoped many if not all of her members followed her lead. She wanted a large turnout for this. If it went well, this could be a regular event, something that could be wonderful practice for all of their fighters. As she approached the edge of her territory with Vereux on her heels she caught Haruka's scent and spotted the fox-colored woman a short way off. Athena smiled and waited for her Graaf to catch up before continuing on her way. The only wolf she was missing from her high ranking wolves was Liberty, but she was sure the older fea would show in her own time. She arrived on the battlefield with Vereux and Haruka in tow, seeing Bass, Talvi, and someone that she assumed was one of Abaven's members already gathered there. She gave Talvi a pleased smile as she approached her blue-hued sister, happy to see that the younger girl had taken the initiative to arrive on her own. It was sure to be something Athena took into consideration as she was working to fill in her lead ranks again. She turned her attention toward Bass giving him a friendly nod. "It's good to see you again, Bass. This is my mate Vereux and my Graaf, or my messenger, Haruka." Speech Thought

As soon as the strangers call rang out for her pack, Haruka was already on high alert. It hadn't been a challenge, but something else. She was intrigued, that was for sure. The small dame soon rose and trotted to Athena's den, waiting in the shadows for her and her mate to come out. Staying hidden when they first popped out, she stuck to the shadows and looked around, making sure that this wasn't a prank howl to throw her lady off. After she was sure that only Bevroren ranks were coming, she made herself known and made it to the taller ladies side. She didn't say anything to Athena or her mate, just slightly bumping her shoulder into the Lady of Bevroren. Haruka then turned her brown eyes forward, keeping alert for, well anything. Being such an untrusting woman it took a lot for her to settle herself.

When they entered the battlefield, her eyes squinted at the alabaster brute that called them here. Huffing in his direction she said nothing, not even nodding her head when she was introduced by Athena. Calculation the two Abaven members, she just sat on the earth, daring him to pair her up against a larger male. She would hand their ass to them on a silver platter if they brought up her height.

Mira slunk forward, eyes focused on the ground as she approached Bass. Her ears twitched, and she just wanted to curl up in a little ball and disappear. She had been absent from the pack, as of late. It wasn't easy, after all, dealing with the guilt that had plagued her since Vendetta had come to Abaven. Not guilt towards Vendetta, but memories of what she had done... before. She was able to suppress when she was away from her past, but it wasn't exactly easy to suppress 3hen your father sent his assassin after you. An assassin you grew up with. But that was no excuse to be so inactive in teh pack, to let Bass down. Once it was her father... she was afraid to let him down. This was something entirely different, foreign to her, she didn't want to disappoint Bass. She wasn't afraid of him - who would, honestly - but... She shook herself. No. Now was not the time. The wolf straightened, glancing around. Three Bohreven wolves, three Abaven wolves. Mira's eyes flickered towards Wren, feeling her gaze become stony as Wren licked Bass. The red woman padded close to Bass, her head dipping low in respect. She'd talk to him later. Not now. Still, she whispered words into his ear. "I'm sorry." With Hansel gone, she was the highest ranking guard. She could not - would not - let herself lapse into such behavior. It was unacceptable. And it wouldn't happen again. She took a seat a few feet from Bass, her tail curling neatly next to her paws as she waited for things to continue on. ?speech?

She is awoken by an unfamiliar summon for her presence, her mind straining as she groggily opens her eyes. Who in the hell was summoning her and all of Bevroren? She rolls onto her belly, her tail flicking toward Ramses. She rubs the tip against his nostrils, and the feline wakes up quickly. ?Someone is calling us, and I want to know why.? She tells him before lifting herself to her paws, not wasting a moment longer as she strides out of her den. Ramses follows after her, and the pair travel out of the pack lands as they follow the strangers call. They trek a few miles before reaching the battlefield, and immediately her frigid gaze falls upon the small group that has gathered. She spots Athena among them and strides toward the queen, her lips creasing into a polite smile. ?Athena, what are we doing here? Who are these wolves?? She whispers to the queen as her eyes sweep the crowd, her mind making a mental note of all the new faces. ?Speech?

He had decided to be a fighter. It was certainly a better role than hunter, and far better than being a healer -- how dull was that? Nothing about collecting plants sounded particularly appealing to him, and while fighting didn't sound great either, it was indubitably the best of the choices. Silently he traveled to the call, his gait lazy and careless as he went. As Bass came into view, he would stiffen his posture slightly, not wanting to seem completely displeased by the impending training. A slow nod was offered to him as he drew near the group, sea-green gaze searching the wolves, both of Abaven and another pack. Fur bristled slightly as he waited, silent and alert.

Venus carried herself slowly to her master's call - it was one that indicated battle. Ah, and she desired to taste blood upon her lips. Perhaps, this would be her opportunity to show the king her worth. Mruni simply would not suffice. It was a rank she viewed unworthy. No galactic beauty as herself should rest at the near bottom. No, she deserved to be so much more and this was an opportunity to do so. She was late, though, not too late. The gathering seemed to still be underway. Other Abaven members had already made the journey to the alpha's location and some unfamiliar faces decorated the scene. Each strange face carried an identical scent - that meant this was a pack. Which pack? She was unsure of for her journey on Alacritis had been limited. Though, these wolves did not appear weak and would hopefully offer her a damn good challenge. Hmm, maybe she could even take on two of them? my actions | my words | my thoughts

On the battlefield she found herself standing, perched behind the impressive figure of Bass Destruction. Fighting was not Serra's cup of tea, but the truth was that she would (for the moment) do whatever Bass requested of her. Abaven was her home, after all. The platinum girl had fallen in behind Bass but now found herself moving gingerly closer to the other pack's members, bold blue gaze seeking any familiar forms. It didn't take long, however, for Serra to realize that they were all strangers. Ah well. Perhaps then she would not be so embarrassed when she ended up sparring one of these wolves. "Speech"

Of course the challenge for Irune had affected him, but he was oddly very calm. Though one could only be so calm when your mate's family was the most infamous on Alactritis. Figured though, he had been involved in a broken family of the walkers for quiet some time now. And look where he was, when he arrived only to set eyes on one of the half sister queens Irune had spoken of, Athena. Such a beautiful set of family colors in their wide varieties and maybe she reminded him a little of Irune even if they looked nothing alike. And the way he sought comfort was probably a little different but oh well. The large brute would muster his way over to his Sister. Ever so at a pace, he felt like he had failed her of a sort without visiting her as often as he shoulder. Though a smile grew on his face as he sat near her. "I want to speak with you later Serra." Quelt said in a softer tone near her. Of course it was a urgent thing to speak with her. But he would give her time if she needed it. His sister had her own life, and he wanted to understand that himself. One thing he was afraid of was growing apart, and in order to avoid that he needed to build a constant supply of care on one end and the other. Between all of his duties the children and otherwise things on his mind, it was a very exciting life style. But he had expected so from his plans to become a king. Speech,

He would be right by her side, probably for everything. Unlike they had been unable to do before. How much long ago had he stopped thinking of her as his sister, and finally started looking at her as a woman. He wasn't sure, but his relationship between Athena was his own decision, their own decision. Vereux was no longer bothered by the prying eyes for those who knew they were siblings, but the grumpy looking Hertog gave a short smile towards Bass when he was introduced. He'd keep quiet for the most part, Vereux was an awkward teenager when it came to interacting with strangers outside of the pack. Fighting was a language he understood though. He had to give a yawn, before a green eye would look around, there was no one in Abaven that he knew. Why they had even reached a relationship with this pack was probably all on Athena. She was a very active girl he had noticed, and while it worried him. In the back of his mind he knew that was being a little controlling prick. He just hoped she was being safe was all. Gosh he was getting a headache from all this thinking. Maybe he just needed to relax. ?I speak?

Athena had urged the fighters of Bevroren to join her in the upcoming training fights that would be held against members of Abaven. Lysis was content to trail behind her. She felt anxious as she wondered who she might be paired up with. The girl knew little about about the pack that they were to meet up with, and could only hope she would enjoy her time with them. Only a second few had arrived. As she drew up near the group of gathered individuals, her hazel gaze scanned the group. She would recline silently, not aiming to sit near anyone in particularly, markedly disappointed by the lack of Drashiel's presence.

At last, everyone had arrived. It seemed that they were a little uneven, but that was not a big deal. He nodded his head at Athena, recognizing the wolves that he introduced in turn. "Welcome wolves of Abaven and Bevroren. I called us all here today to host some training spars between our ranks. We are slightly uneven, so anyone in Bevroren that is open to fighting twice would be nice to speak up." He looked around, there were six Abaven wolves and four wolves of Bevroren, not including himself and Athena.

"Well then Athena, here is my proposal for parings. Haruka and Motif, Wren and Talvi, Mirabella and uh... sorry I did not catch your name." He said, looking at the blue and silver female that appeared at Athena's side. "Venus and Vereux, Quelt and ah," He again turned his gaze to the female that he did not know the name of, smiling at the white and brown marked female. "I was not able to catch your name either." He said sheepishly, looking beside him to see the last two wolves that were not matched up. "Quintus and Serra, you have the option of sparing with each other, or if you wish to fight against another Bevroren if they wish to take on two different wolves -- separately of course." He looked at Athena, waiting to hear her approval.

OOC : I would like Athena to post next please, and then Quintus and Serra to voice their opinions. From there, if the spar pairs are agreed upon, you can then separate into your fights.

Wolves slowly began to gather to the call, one of the first ones from her side of this gathering being Liberty who questioned what they were doing here. "These are wolves from Abaven," she whispered back in reply. Their leader, Bass, and I have set up a group practice spar between our packs." She smiled reassuringly and turned her attention back to the gathering wolves, watching them file in one by one. It seemed they were slightly outnumbered, but Athena really hadn't expected any less. Their numbers were small at the moment. She was happy with the turn out, noting that the only one who she had really wanted to be here that was absent was Kyung. She would have to be sure to meet up with him and spar with him separately to ensure he was still training well. After it seemed like everyone that was going to come had gathered, Bass spoke up, greeting everyone and starting to break down everyone into pairs. Athena silently filled in names that Bass didn't know. Haruka and Motif, Wren and Talvi, Mirabella and Liberty, Venus and Vereux, Quelt and Lysis. She glanced toward the two that were left without partners and back to Bass, considering the options for them. If only Kyung and Devin had shown, then they would be perfectly even. "Those pairings seem fine to me. Maybe then we can spar Bass? And I certainly wouldn't mind sparring twice so maybe I can go against Quintus or Serra when we're done," she offered, glancing around at her packmates to see if anyone else would step up to do a second spar. Speech Thought Others