Malachai slid from his den, shaking the dirt from his pelt. His stomach rumbled and Malachai yawned, feeling the chill in the air. It seemed likely that another snowstorm was on the way, might as well try and get something in him and maybe even bring something back for the rest of the pack though right? Shaking the last of the sleep from his mind the young man set about trying to track something to have for breakfast. Finally, he caught the trail of a whitetail deer, a young buck that seemed gripped by a great deal of confidence even while in the heart of pack lands. Malachai tracked the buck for a little while, finally coming to rest as he finally found it. Malachai settled onto his stomach, sinking into the snow and narrowing his eyes. Considering the buck's size he probably ought to have asked someone to help him take it down, but now if he called for help the buck would likely have the good sense to flee beyond his reach. "Speech

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Shuriken was of the same mind as her cousin as she woke that morning. The snow didn’t bother her near as much as her mother but she still liked to have a cloak about her on the coldest days. Today wasn’t terrible, especially as she was hunting. Ike lowered herself to a crouch as she found the trail of a deer. Even mor interesting was catching Malachai out of the corner of her eye. The girl followed him, careful not to let her feet get the better of her and spook their prey.

She was quiet, but not yet completely silent, and she used the sound of her paws to alert Chai of her presence. He couldn’t take the best on his own and she couldn’t either so as she slid up beside him it seemed like they were given a perfect opportunity Ike tilted her head and gestured softly. He had more experience than she did, and far more control over his paws, so she’d follow his lead.

"Kiyohime Shuriken Ōritsu Abraxas"