The middle of the winter months made it of course harsh but with one of the rare nice days since the blizzard they had been through. She figured it was time, a festival would be held as she said at her meeting. Of course she would be inviting their allies and any of her family in as well for this very special time. Arian would stand on a higher piece of land, on a rock that held glance over the lands. She would raise her head back in a howl to call for those of her pack and for those of Fiori and Abaven. Surreal and her family were welcome to join as well. The alphess would stand proudly on her rock. This festival held a spiritual kind of meaning for her. For the lightning festival was about celebrating yourself. While no spars would be taking place, there was already fresh kill she had helped Amachi gather for the wolves. A few doe and caribou since the large female was such a help. A race as well which would hold a unique set up and would drive them not just in the marble wash but the other portion of their territory as well through the snow. ooc: Woo, any adravendi's are welcome. Abaven and Fiori if you think it's alright with your alpha's are free to come. I'll be setting up the race in the ooc board area for sign ups. I hope it will be a fun experience ^w^ I know there are no spars but this is a festival about peace. So if anyone has problems with other wolves they should put it behind for now. I will be posting again on the 26th. "Talk"

Always within earshot, Avalon rose from her perch on a fallen log with a grin on her face. It was the time for the festival, an event that Arian had talked about for the last few days. Her tail wagged at the prospect of meeting others, perhaps even the rest of her pack mates. Though everyone had been quiet since the meeting, she hoped the festival would bring out the life in the pack. Her home pack, Glaciem, had never been quiet. Her father and pack mates were always up and about hunting or playing or working together to keep the pack safe and sound. A bit of heart ache struck her, but slowly and surely, she was overcoming the pain that she had borne on her shoulders over the last few years. She would not mourn her family in loss, but rather rejoice in the memories she had of them. Approaching where Arian sat, Avalon let out a soft bark in greeting with dancing eyes and a wagging tail. "Hello Arian! Excited?" She inquired of her alpha, though she knew it would be. After all, she was sure that Arian had been looking forward to the festival just as much as she. And Avalon knew that she could potentially use this as a chance to come out of her shell, perhaps even meet someone! The possibilities were endless! Maybe Limno and Quelt would show up too! Two friends she had made from Abaven. The girl sat below Arian, waiting for others to arrive so they could begin the celebrations! "Speech"

The festival had been something that Arian was excited about so, for her sake, Cypress was trying to be excited too. The festival was of peace, which the young man was thankful for. If anyone started trouble there he would personally escort them off of Sonticus lands. The silver male would leave his den to wander to the wash, knowing that Arian had already gone off ahead there. Perhaps some other members of their packs had already arrived as well. Though it was doubtful he would try to keep his mind on that in hope that was the case.

When he arrived however the only ones present were Arian and a tri-colored female. Who was she? Could this perhaps be the wolfess Avalon that Arian had spoken of? Cypress would tip his head to her, gaze sliding to his lover as he strode up beside her. A loving nuzzle was given, as well as a lick upon her cheek. “My beloved.” Cypress would rumble happily.

“Are we expecting a lot of guests?”

"Speech"

Xephyris was just nearing the end of his routine jog around the territory when he heard Arian's call. He always liked to keep in top shape when he wasn't traveling. He paused for a moment to detect the precise location of the President's call, his breath condensing in the frigid air around him. He nodded to himself and set off toward the gathering, knowing it must be time for the festival she had spoken of at the meeting. He looked forward to it, hoping he would finally begin to participate with the pack now that they would gather for something like this. And there would be wolves from other territories as well, which would certainly make things interesting. As well as being curious to know his own pack, he wanted to see who they were aligned with.

When he arrived, his cold silvery eyes cast around, seeing Arian, Avalon and Cypress. So far a small gathering indeed. Maybe he hadn't arrived as late as he thought. He approached Arian first, lowering his head in front of her. "Nice to see you again," he said, his tone rough but his words polite - it had been a while since he'd been around anyone in the pack, and he didn't want to seem like too much of a loner. He wanted to get more involved, he was just having a hard time adjusting after his travels, and the way of these wolves was slightly different than what he knew.

He glanced at Avalon and nodded to her, though his lips remained sealed. He then turned to Cypress and offered a nod as well, acknowledging the male as Arian's mate. Still silent, Xephyris took several paces from the small gathering and looked out into the distance, his ears perked and expression alert, wondering who else would gather for the festival.

He had heard from Allen, that something quite interesting would come up in their allied pack. When the name "Sonticus" was mentioned, Zell could only smirk. At the time, he hadn't decided if he was going to attend this little get together. But then again, it would be interesting to see the look on the Presidents face to see him again. Oh, wouldn't she be delighted? He made his way quickly, the snow wasn't heavy so it made for easier travel. He passed the barriers he had toyed around with before, the hare he had caught long gone. Soon, the pack scent was stronger around him, the scents of the packs wolves no doubt, washing around his senses. As he came near the group, he'd enter from behind them all. Clear blue eyes sought out the one he wanted to see, the newly accepted Abaven member stalking from the trees and eyeing Arian with a humored expression in his eyes. "So, we meet again." He chuckled, his tone of voice light and kind. Now that he was a part of a pack, he needn't worry about others. They were allied now, so like it or not, they had to deal with each other in the future. "Talk"

"Speech"

A few members of Abaven were off. To where? That was what the yearling had to discover, intriguingly tagging behind in curiosity. If they could embark on this adventure, so could he. Besides, no-one had restrained him from doing so - that was one of the positives of being an orphan. Approaching the unfamiliar landscape, the snow gradually piled in quantity whilst the temperature dropped considerably. He wasn't one for such a climate, trying to get as much fun out of the cold as possible, but wherever his paws led him had to be worth the winter weather.

Upon his arrival, he discovered it to be a festival. Oh, he liked those. Sparring was the best and most favourable part of festivals, however, he didn't know that there would be a different competition held. After stumbling embarrassingly through the snow to reach the gathered crowd, the awkward feeling inside of him overwhelmed his emotions. The only familiar face he could recall was the alphas of Sonticus, but that was it. Everyone seemed to be greeting her, so he felt obligated to do the same. "Hi," the chestnut youth chimed after approaching the russet female. "Thanks for inviting Abaven."

Hakku was running late, but at least he was still coming. The young man had a goose in his jaws, tail wagging back and forth. At least he had a semi reasonable excuse for almost being late! Head held high, tail wagging back and forth he would approach his sister and those gathered. Not the biggest gathering as of yet, but he had hopes that more might show. If not, well, it would be a welcome party for mostly Sonticus members! They could still have fun if it was just this group!

Approaching Arian he dropped the goose before her, letting out a playful bark. "Present!" He would announce, loud and clear to the rest of those present. The young man would look around at the rest gathered, his tail wagging. "Come on you guys~ Smile more~ It's a festival!" This party didn't look nearly as lively as it should!

Adventure was out there! Somewhere...though she didn't know where, she'd find it! Venturing from her little cave home in the east, she moved northward to find something worth any excitement, and it seemed today she would. The girl paused when she smelled it, the tang of border markers stopping her path from continuing forward. A tilt of her head brought a whine to her throat when the wind brought her mixed scents.

That meant other wolves! Other wolves meant friends! Friends meant no more loneliness!!! She had to see what was going on! Immediately, her small paws drummed her towards the mixed gathering, though it was small when she arrived, she stopped near the back and peered curiously through the throng of participants. She heard whispers and murmurs of a festival of sorts, and her tail wagged hard and fast at the prospect of a festival! That means she could get to know others!!!

But as she gazed at the others gathered, a wave of shyness suddenly attacked her. She hadn't been around this many wolves since she was a pup, and it slightly unnerved her. So she'd remain at the back of the group, hopefully her small stature would be hidden among the bigger bodies.