Deluge wasn't sure anyone would be able to smell anything over the stink of the nearby hot springs and the crashing of the falls would drown out any sound of their approach. She had reverted to tips of her head or flicks of her tail to direct the approaching Raider's, washed out against the light of the setting sun. The dense trees served to further obscure the approaching party, all bar their leader who glowed like a beacon in the failing light, particularly after the swim they had taken to get here. It would work in her favour, drawing the attention of any who stumbled across them and providing an opening for the others to get deeper into the territory to get the job done.

"speech"

Kenway hung back from his sister, flanking to the left, enough that her glowing form was still visible between the trees, but far enough away that her light wouldn't draw attention to his earthen coat, blending with the fall foliage. He was pretty confident they'd do just fine on this one, and he was impressed at how many had come at her call. He wasn't too sure about finding ducks with water that ran this quickly, but maybe further upstream? He pulled a face. Either way they would walk out of here with something, there weren't so many scents about that he was overly worried about getting caught just yet.

"speech"

Off to Valta-- off to see his siblings, though maybe not in the way they would have liked. Siblings. What an odd feeling that was, though Dread wouldn't dwell on it. High headed and wild eyed, he's close on Deluge's heels as they make their way to the Falls. It's nice out here, he can see why Kotori likes it.

A beacon, glowing against the fading daylight, and Dread won't let her out of his sight. If she was going to draw attention, it wouldn't be undefended. A damn good diversion, and she seemed to think the rest of their party could handle themselves too. Excited, ready, Dread hangs nearest Deluge's flank, protective, ready.

"Dread"

Farther to the northeast than she's ever been, Jael's gaze is keen as they make their way to Valta. A pack she hasn't met, and knows nothing of-- maybe how much she doesn't know would continue to surprise her. There's a lot out here just beyond her grasp and her reach, and she'd learn in time.

Jael remains near the rear of the raiding party, keeping an eye on their flanks. High above them, her little dove soaring, doing what he could to keep them scouted and clear. To say she wasn't nervous would be a lie, but Deluge's instructions had been direct. Jael could take an order.

J A E L

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Tarnish strode northward with a skip in his step. He was eager to step into the role of Raider again and this time he intended to get in a good full fight. He didn't know much about his sister Deluge but she seemed more capable in the raiding department than Flurry had. He'd chuckled when Siduri got promoted in her place, his littermates cries of 'we're raiders' still echoing in his head. Fuck yea, they were raiders and he was ready for this!

Tarnish strode over the packs border near the falls, keeping an eye out for livestock. That was the primary goal and if they didn't have any then furs and animal goods it would be. The falls glistened with the light of the setting sun but Tarnish stuck to the shadows, melting into the black.

Asla had been all over the place as of late. She hadn't felt well, her mood had been poor, she had no appetite. Whatever was ailing her, it didn't detract from the anger that flooded through her when the call for a raid came. It never sat well with her when others attempted to steal from her family. It shouldn't have sat well with anyone. Donning her armor, Aslatiel made her way towards the call, the first to arrive. A confident looking fae stood at the front of the group and the blonde woman immediately knew that this was her target. Asla said nothing. She simply rolled her shoulders and ran. Hind paws planted hard and she launched herself at the grey and pink fae, jaws wide in an attempt to bite straight into her face. Paws would come up, feline claws unsheathing, as Asla did her best to hold onto her opponent. "Speech"

Aslatiel vs Deluge for maim (Facial scarring)
Round 1/2
Age: Over 1
Size: Small
Build: Light
Offensive Battle Accessory: Kudu Skull with antlers
Defensive Battle Accessory: Armor
Companion 1: Snow Leopard, Male - Battle
Companion 2: Golden Saker Falcon, Male - Flying
*Companion 3: Snow Leopard, Female - Battle
Mutation 1: Cat claws - Offensive
Skills: Master Hunter & Master Fighter
Specialty:Knight

Would the raids never stop? Ochi grabbed her sword and quickly followed Aslatiel towards the border. As her sister in law engaged with the enemy, Ochi's mismatched eyes fell upon a...dog? No matter. The monochromatic fae thundered forward, katana clenched between her jaws. The woman struck out with the blade, aiming to slash the face of the flop eared canine. It was a direct attack but that didn't mean that Ochi stopped moving. She used her momentum to continue past her opponent before quickly pivoting to prepare for her next attack.

"Ochitsuki"

Ochitsuki vs Jael for Maim (Facial scarring)
Round 1/2
Age: Over 1
Size: Large
Build: Light
Skills: Novice Fighter & Beginner Navigator
Specialty:

Mannnn... Bowen had volunteered to help with choosing a new territory. First Kotori had been challenged, now there was a raid? Ugh... At first Bowen thought about sitting this one out, but it didn't sound like a very friendly raid. She wasn't a coward, so the caramel cream fae begrudgingly made her way towards the border.

Others made their attacks and Bowen chose the closest target. Dammit... he was just a boy. Well, she wasn't going to maim him. He was bigger than she was... but maybe she could just subdue him? Confuse him? Something.

"Hi," the pretty little fae said, emerald eyes sparkling as she smiled at the boy. "I really wish you wouldn't do this, but... I know how it goes. Unfortunate." After giving a little shrug, Bo padded up to the earthen hued boy before putting on a burst of speed. She aimed to grab his tail between her jaws. She would continue running, hoping to pull him along in a circle with her to make him dizzy.

"Bowen"

Bowen vs Kenway for Dominance
Round 1/2
Age: Over 1
Size: Small
Build: Light
Companion 1: Raven, Male - Battle
Skills: Master Navigator & Master Fighter
Specialty: Scout

A rakish smile pulled at Deluge's lips as the first defender charged forward, her opponent was smaller but fearless and a hyena like cackle left the mottled wolfs lips. She'd recognise those stripes anywhere, though the colour was the opposite to the dark pelts she was used to seeing, more like Charlie. she had toyed with the idea of welcoming the new Armada leader with a raid, but these guys just happened to be closer. Maybe she had a thing for fighting anyone that had ever been a Fatalis? Maybe Azure had started something the day he kicked her across the beach.

Deluge lowered her head to catch the antlers on the helmet with her own, barely flinching as teeth caught her cheek just below her ear and claws grabbed at her shoulder. She leaned into the embrace, bringing her own feline paws up to swipe at the cream-pelted woman's shoulders, snapping teeth in the hopes of grabbing the thick fur about her neck for leverage. It was nothing personal. She bit back the urge to ask if they had any quackers.

"speech"

Deluge vs Asla for dominance
Round 1/2
Age: Over 1 year
Size: Dire wolf
Build: Light
Offensive Battle Accessory: Glass Bottle
Defensive Battle Accessory: Tricorn hat
Companion 1: Common Gull - Male - Flying
Companion 2: Lapwing, Female - Battle
Mutation 1: Cat Claws - Offensive
Mutation 2: Arctic Reindeer Eyes - Perception
Mutation 3: Bioluminescence - Defensive
Skills: Master Fighter & Master Navigator
Specialty: Saboteur & Fleet-footed

The excitement of being caught out had Ken's tail wagging with excitement, he grinned broadly at the lady that held him up and struggled to comprehend her statement. They were Raider's, this was what they did... Unlike his sister, he had no hesitation in asking, "Where does a guy find ducks in these p-?" the arts cut off by a sudden and unexpected yank to his tail that was forceful enough to shake a fart loose, the sound close enough to finishing the question for him.

Being a young boy, Kenway couldn't help but giggle at the sudden turn of events, his back legs growing weak with his laughter as the smaller wolf tried to spin him about. "I'm sorry!" He choked out between his giggling fit, raising a paw to swat at the smaller wolf in the hopes of tripping her up. He really needed to get himself under control and get back in the game.

"speech"

Kenway vs Bowen for dominance
Round 1/2
Age: Over 1 year
Size: Extra large
Build: Heavy
Skills: Master Fighter & Expert Intellectual
Specialty: Unarmed

They move together, a group intent on mayhem, blood, and resources. Calico Jack fans out from the group, slowly and carefully creeping further into the lands of Valta as Deluge stands out like a beacon for all of the pack to target. Sunlight hangs low in the sky, the setting sun setting fire to the sky as the cool touch of night begins to comb the air while the warmth falls behind the horizon. The first of the Valta wolves start to appear ad they start by targeting the Raiders beacon as it had been planned. A smile coils Jack’s lips, twisting them around the hilt of the cutlass that rests in his maw in a cruel manner. This time, there is no mistaking that the young man is here to fight and he plans to giving some scars as parting gifts.



"Calico Jack"

It wasn’t all that long ago Kotori had been in a fight to keep leadership of his pack.  His injuries weren’t overly severe but the neck was still stiff and sore.  It added to the anger that hit when he learned they were being raided.  This was no ally pack attacking him but true enemies.  The raiders?  Well, he’d wondered when they’d try to take from him.

Kotori ran towards the battle, anger being honed to add to the power in his attack.  When he spotted Dread amongst the raiders Kotori’s lips pulled up in a hate-filled snarl.  Dread?  A Fatalis was daring to raid his pack?  It was more important than ever that he pay for such a betrayal.

Kotori ran straight for Dread, lowering his body and leaping over a couple of rocks.  “Dread – how dare you raid family.  You’ll pay.”  Only a few strides away now.  He’d never fought the kid so it would be interesting to see if he had the skills to back up this idea.

Kotori ran straight ahead as if he planned to do a head-to-head crash, but before they connected he would aim to slip to one side, tilt his head down and attempt to use his horns to leave a deep slash in Dread’s shoulder, planning to keep going and behind him if possible.  

Kotori vs Dread for Maim (tear off left ear)
Round 1/2
Age: over 1 year
Size: Extra large
Build: Balanced
Offensive Battle Accessory: Bracers with hidden knife
Defensive Battle Accessory: Hind leg leather bracers
Companion 1: Slender mongoose, Male - Battle - Boosted
Companion 2: Snow leopard, Male - Battle
Mutation 1: Horns - Offensive
Mutation 2: Agility boost - Agility
Skills: Master Fighter & Master Hunter
Specialty: Mangler

"Kotori Fatalis"

First the challenge and now this? All Mojito wanted was some goddamn peace, especially with Asla's health seeming to fail with little to no warning. In fact he wasn't too happy to pick up her scent on his way to meet their invaders. He'd give her a good talking too about not hastening her death after they were done here. He swept light blues over the already chaotic battle field and spotting a boy that reminded him of his husband and younger children his target was set. Without any warning the little wolf-dog lowered his head and broke out into a sprint towards the younger wolf. His opponent was bigger than he was, but that wasn't a surprise. Still Mojito's goal was set, he was hoping to jam his horn into one of the boy's forelimbs. At the same time Hoa was circling around to try and pen the bigger wolf in, the sheep would use his horns if he had to!


Mojito vs Calico Jack for Dominance
Round 1/2
Age: 1+
Size: Small
Build: Light
Companion 1: Mini arapawa sheep, Male - Battle
Mutation 1: Goat horns - Offensive
Skills: Expert Healer & Expert Fighter



"Speech!"

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Flurry plodded after the group, pulling up a little late as she'd maybe sorta dragged her paws, fights were already breaking out and Flurry tried to ignore the pounding in her head. Maybe she should have brought the booze with her after all, she didn't relish the thought of trying to fight while a hangover started to creep in. Still. Bad mood and aching head aside Flurry just wanted to not think about anything anymore, just have a good fight, maybe even flirt if she was feeling up for it. Scald's challenge was still ringing in her head and she wasn't sure if she intended to try and beat him but she was here. She brushed past Tarnish for a moment as she made an attempt to slip past the fighters that were starting to pour in. "Good Luck." She gave a whisper and even hell a wink and a grin before she left her darker brother to his devices, searching for her path through the chaos towards hopefully livestock. "Speech"

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The bellowing alert of a raid reaches into Valta lands and Athena is quick to drop the chores she is working at and rush to where the battle is. Several wolves are already on the battlefield, attacking the raiders that are trying to sneak into their lands and her amber eyes quickly scan the area. She finds a dark yearling attempting to leisurely stroll into the land and, without hesitating, she rushes toward them, a growl building her chest as she realizes just how tired she is of all these raids and challenges.

Running to intercept the youth, Athena rushes in and, once she is close enough, attempts to grab ahold of their front-right ankle so she can stop his forward progress. Fur bristles as she attacks, wanting to drive off the attackers as quickly as possible so that she can get back to her nightly chores.





Athena vs Tarnish for Dominance (Raid)
Round 1/?
Age: Over 1 year
Size: Medium
Build: Light
Companion 1: Little owl, Male - Flying
Skills: Master Fighter & Master Intellectual
Specialty: Bard



"Athena Nocturna"

Calico Jack stalks through the land, deadly intent flashing with every broken sunbeam the cutlass he carries reflects in the dying light of the day. Today, he is Raider, through and through. A small male approaches him and the young man slows his pace to watch with quiet disbelief as the fates seem to keep throwing small opponents in his path. The wolf-dog rushes at him and he allows it, allows the man to approach and even to bury his horns into the meat of his forelimb.

Excitement thrills in his veins as pain sparks to life in his brain and he leers down at the male, sharp edge of cutlass flashing above his neck. Jolly Roger descends from the sky, working to deter the sheep companion of the man so that the wolves may fight in peace. Muscles move like water over stones, rippling along smoothly as he places weight onto his newly injured limb so that the long leg opposite of it can shoot out.

Calico Jack seeks to try and trip the male by placing his leg behind on of the man’s own while, at the same time, he smoothly slides the sword down and to the side in an attempt slice the dog’s neck. Today, no quarter will be given because these wolves have met them with force and they will be given the same treatment.





Calico Jack vs Mojito for Dominance (Raid)
Round 1/2
Age: Over 1 year
Size: Extra large
Build: Light
Offensive Battle Accessory: Modified cutlass
Defensive Battle Accessory: Reinforced bandana
Companion 1: Macaw, Male - Flying
Companion 2: Cat, Male - Battle
Skills: Master Fighter & Master Navigator
Specialty: Marauder & Bard from Jael



"Calico Jack"

Taking up the rear with Diablo and Kaija, Scald keeps to the shadows as best as he can. His midnight fur aiding in the lengthening shadows as they approached Valta territory. Search for livestock, ducks in particular, had been Deluge's request. That he could do and maybe scope out someone cute along the way. His heterochromatic eyes glance over the wooden landscape, gaze lingering on his siblings for a moment as they begin to meet with the defending pack. Their fury is respectable, but also humorous to Scald. Why did everyone seem to take these things so seriously? Hanging back from the action, he begins to make his way around the group. Taking a wide berth so that he goes unnoticed, Scald continues deeper into the territory. Let the others become distracted by the clamoring and clanging of fighters making their way in the clearing. Valta had to have something good to take... right? Scald Fallen

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Rot Gut Whiskey's Gonna Ease My Mind

Tarnish took it all in, grinning at the fights that broke out around him. Ah yes! This was the life! He settled in to set his defenses when Flurry brushed against him, offering him good luck. He grinned back, though it was a twisted grin, almost a smirk. "You too… make sure to show the world you're a raider this time." He couldn't resist the jab before pressing deeper into Valta territory, just beckoning someone to stop him. It was then he was attacked by an older woman.

She charged straight forward and he swiftly set his defenses. Fuck yea, time to do this! She headed straight for him, head ducking down for his right wrist. As her head dove down so did his. The moment her fangs seized his wrist his jaws opened wide, seeking to latch over the top of her head, fangs on either side of her temple. His goal was to snap his jaws together and let his fangs shred her flesh. He could feel the pain and pressure in his wrist but thankfully his gauntlets helped protect him from the worst of the attack.


Tarnish vs Athena for Dominance
Round 1/2
Age: Over 1 Year
Size: Extra large
Build: Balanced
Offensive Battle Accessory: Bladed Gauntlets
Defensive Battle Accessory: Chainmail Cowl
Companion 1: Crow, Male, Battle
Companion 2: Jaguarundi, Male, Battle
Mutation 1: Mountain lion paws with retractable claws - Offensive
Mutation 2: Quills - Defensive
Skills: Master Fighter & Master Hunter
Specialty: Cooperative
Bard Present

In all the time he lived in Fenmyre he was pretty sure there was just one raid and now here in Valta this was what... his third? Fourth? He was loosing track at this point. He didn't know what made this pack such a target. Regardless, he was quick to toss on his armor and give a quick whistle for his companions before he went charging off toward their intruders, knowing that Tira would be at his heels soon enough. By the time he reached where the fighting had kicked off a good number of wolves had already engaged with their opponents so he was left to scan the chaos and look for an opening.

He found his answer in the form of a younger woman with a pale coat that was splotched with gray and tan, a set of antlers curling back from her head. All of them were going to have to be fought at some point so he didn't bother looking around for another option and instead bounded forward toward her as he set his defenses–ears back, eyes narrowed, scruff bunched... all the usual fare. He lowered his head as he neared her and aimed a bite toward the upper part of her left foreleg while turning to jam his shoulder into her chest at the same time. He knew that would leave his scruff open to her, but he knew that it was impossible to guard against all attacks in a situation like this so it was more about mitigating the damage where he could and he didn't want to put himself on the receiving end of those horns.

"Cináed"

Cináed vs Flurry for Dominance
Round 1/2
Age: Over 1 Year
Size: Dire wolf
Build: Balanced
Offensive Battle Accessory: Spiked chest plate
Defensive Battle Accessory: Reinforced leather bracers
Companion 1: Black hawk, Male - Flying - Boosted
Companion 2: Tibetan Mastiff, Male - Battle
Skills: Master Fighter & Expert Intellectual
Specialty: Bulwark

Well, it appeared their string of raids and challenges was just going to keep rolling! As soon as the fighting broke out he was rushing over to where the clash began, pausing near the fringes for a moment to finish tightening the buckles on his armor while the rest charged forward to meet their opponents head on. He had tossed everything on haphazardly in his rush to get here, but he didn't immediately see an opponent so it afforded him a moment to prepare. Because of that he was able to spot the dark coated wolf painted with brush strokes of muted, rainbow colors as they tried to sneak further into the territory while the others were distracted. He got back to his paws and went to block the young man's path, raising a brow at the Raider. "Leaving the party already?" He wasn't going to give this guy a chance to try and get past him again and he lunged forward, rearing back as he planted his hind legs firmly behind him and tried to reach around the slightly shorter man's neck while opening his jaws to go for his scruff. He let his full weight fall into the attack so that if he didn't manage to grapple the Raider perhaps he'd at least knock him over.

"Arcturus Indarra"

Arcturus vs Scald for Dominance
Round 1/2
Age: Over 1 Year
Size: Dire wolf
Build: Light
Offensive Battle Accessory: Spiked bracers
Defensive Battle Accessory: Bear pelt armor
Companion 1: Osprey, Male - Flying - Boosted
Companion 2: Sunda pangolin, Male - Battle
Mutation 1: Feline Claws - Offensive
Mutation 2: Saber Fangs - Offensive
Mutation 3: Mane - Defensive
Skills: Master Fighter & Master Hunter
Specialty: Defender