Since her victory over Toxicity, Pestilence's blood was aching for another match. It felt good to get her anger out on her Abraxas blooded siblings and would hardly have a chance to do it after she left. Venom and Pesto used to be close, though Pestilence was bitter at how the girl did not take her side when she insulted the orphan boy.

She tipped her head back and howled for her sister, demanding she be met here for a dominance match. Before she left, she needed to see truly which sibling was strongest and whether or not she could prevail over another Abraxas blooded wolf. Moreso, whether she could succeed in combat against the heir to Ashen's empire.

Her training with her mother had slowed slightly, and Sirius hadn’t been as available to train with either. When Pesto’s voice called out for her she felt a surge of adrenaline raced through her royal veins. The Princess wouldn’t hesitate to answer her sister’s call. They hadn’t talked since Gadreel had ambushed the two of them, and Venom felt like her sister had grown upset with her after the incident.

Venom wouldn’t give up her claim to innocence, she felt betrayed by her sibling still. She didn’t know what her sister’s deal was, but their relationship after their father’s death was completely different. She remembered playing with her almost twin and experiencing the earthquake together in the ravine. Training together as pups, but Pesto changed. They grew up and they grew apart.

Her expression was neutral ass her white gloved paws brought her to her sister’s proud form. She hid the tumultuous emotions that rose in her breast, instead offering a soft smile of greeting. ”You called, Pestilence?” She asked in hushed tones, dark ears perked forward as she allowed her sister to explain despite her voice making clear her intentions.

A part of her might have been surprised that Venom came to her call, though she knew that whatever feelings she had towards her sister were one-sided. She felt somewhat badly that their relationship had taken the turn that it did - and perhaps she had no right to dislike any of her siblings for simply bearing their Abraxas name - but she couldn't seem to find a way to mend it in a way that was genuine. Those feelings would likely always remain, and however much she cared for and wanted to protect her family she couldn't shake the differences in their beliefs.

She exhaled, letting her lips upturn in a polite smile as Venom approached. While Pestilence did want to prove herself through these spars, she did not want it to turn as bloody as her bout with Toxicity had. It was in Ashen's best interest that any fighting remain friendly, and Pesto for all her flaws did care greatly for the empire she belonged to. "We haven't had a spar in some time." The yearling offered simply. "I wanted to test my strength against you, and yours against me. That practice raid is coming up, we want to be ready."

She had no reason to give up her Abraxas name, and as time went on the desire to embrace made itself more clear. Whereas her sister clung to their Klein name and looked to outside forces for her future. Venom embraced them both and her role as the future leader of the empire. She needed to prove herself against her sister now. She held no animosity towards her but as her gaze lingered on her sibling doubt seeped into her mind. What would she do if she lost?

She settled herself internally, calming her quickly beating heart as she took in Pestilence and her words. One more good spar between the two of them before the raid and when Pesto left them. ”Alright, Pesto.” Venom agreed softly, careful not to reveal her nervous energy as she lowered her head and settled into a fighting stance. Too long had passed since their battle with Gadreel, Venom put Pesto’s actions that day behind her. This was a new battle.

Without any warning Venom aimed to close the distance between them with two strides. She kept her joints bent and her center of gravity low to the ground. Venom aimed to slam her shoulder against the broad side of Pesto’s left one while at the smale time craning her head so that her open jaws might wrap around her sister’s throat at the base of her jaw.

Venom Klein Abraxas vs Pestilence for Dominance
Round 1 of 2
Age: 1+
Size: Extra large
Build: Light
Defensive Battle Accessory: Condor Helmet
Companion 1: Malabar Giant Squirrel, Male - Battle - Boosted
Mutation 1: Cat claws - Offensive
Mutation 2: Quills - Defensive
Skills: Expert Fighter & Intermediate Intellectual
Specialty: N/A

Venom answered her call easily and Pestilence took in a deep breath to center herself. This wasn't like fighting Toxicity, a part of her loved Venom deeply and she would not maim or scar this sister. It was a friendly fight, and Pestilence had to just remind herself of that. Her legs splayed, toes grabbing into the dirt as Venom crossed the distance between them. Her sister's chest slammed into hers and Pestilence let out a soft winded gasp before lifting herself upwards away from the momentum. Venom's teeth were aiming to grasp at Pestilence's throat, and instead the yearling angled her head sharply down and aimed to catch the flying muzzle in her own teeth before it found purchase there. Her right foreleg lifted and came down, hoping to push against her sister's shoulder and if the bite were to land, she'd be in the position to try and force the heir into the dirt.

Pestilence Klein - Abraxas vs Venom Klein - Abraxas for Spar
Round 1/2
Age: Over 1 year
Size: Extra large
Build: Medium
Offensive Battle Accessory: Sharpened claw covers
Defensive Battle Accessory: Quilled leather bracers
Companion 1: Red-handed howler monkey, Male - Battle
Companion 2: Saw-scaled viper, Male - Battle
Skills: Master Fighter & Intermediate Intellectual
Specialty: N/A

The young Klein goddess had no desire to hurt any of her siblings, and had she known about the maim that happened maybe her reaction would be different. However, Venom knew this was a good natured fight. She loved her sister and being able to prove herself against her meant a lot. Even if she did lose at least Venom would know her sister could take care of herself and make the Klein name proud.

As she charged Venom ran into her sister’s body and at the collision the girl felt pain blossom where she hit but she hoped more damage was done to Pestilence. Pesto countered her teeth and pearly whites clashed as Pestilence pushed her away instead of into the dirt. Venom renewed her vigor and went at her sister again. She lifted herself onto her back legs and tried to claw at her sister’s neck while her teeth came up from behind and aimed for her throat once more.


Venom Klein Abraxas vs Pestilence for Dominance
Round 2 of 2
Age: 1+
Size: Extra large
Build: Light
Defensive Battle Accessory: Condor Helmet
Companion 1: Malabar Giant Squirrel, Male - Battle - Boosted
Mutation 1: Cat claws - Offensive
Mutation 2: Quills - Defensive
Skills: Expert Fighter & Intermediate Intellectual
Specialty: N/A

Venom was able to skillfully dodge her flying teeth and without control of the other girl's head, Pestilence's shove was not a spar-ending move but instead just served to push the girl away. Rather quickly Venom was coming right back, lifting on her hind legs. As her sister aimed to claw at her neck, Pestilence's instinct was to wrap her own legs around Venom's as well. She had to force herself to consider other options, as the crown princess had been born with quills that hid in her scruff.

Instead, Pestilence lifted her own upper body and aimed to apply her paws upon Venom's chest. Her new accessory made the wolf's claws sharp and strong, though they were not nearly as unique as Venom's mutations. She intended to take the princess' claws to the neck and hope that her sharp shove could keep Venom from reaching her throat with her jaws.

Pestilence Klein - Abraxas vs Venom Klein - Abraxas for Spar
Round 2/2
Age: Over 1 year
Size: Extra large
Build: Medium
Offensive Battle Accessory: Sharpened claw covers
Defensive Battle Accessory: Quilled leather bracers
Companion 1: Red-handed howler monkey, Male - Battle
Companion 2: Saw-scaled viper, Male - Battle
Skills: Master Fighter & Intermediate Intellectual
Specialty: N/A

And the winner is...

VENOM

PESTO must give up by submitting, fleeing or passing out. Totals: Adjusted rolls: 117 87.5 26.25 49.5 VENOM'S total is.. 336.3 Adjusted rolls: 47.85 111.25 4 41.8 PESTO'S total is.. 256.13