FROM THE ASHES, WE RISE [The Empire]

Pyralis sat still and patient as the family trickled in. The rush of excitement had finally left her and she was left feeling an eerie sort of calm and contentment.  When Ashiel arrived she grinned as she noticed his blood-stained face.  So he'd managed to find a battle after all? Excellent. She'd discuss the battle and how her son had fared after the meeting though regardless of his answer she knew he needed more training, especially if he wished to pursue his ambitions.

She looked around as everyone else settled in and her brows knit in irritation as she realized that Asharya was no where to be seen.  She was going to miss the meeting!  Pyralis growled lightly to herself though she was hardly surprised.  Asharya was every bit her daughter and the girls young and youthful spirit seemed to carry her off with the wind.  Pyralis doubted that her daughter was in any danger though there was always a flicker of worry in the woman's gut when it came to her children.  She'd have words with her daughter later… and likely a good fight.

Amon began the meeting and Pyralis listened intently as he stated that they'd be staying in Auster, claiming two areas that she was already familiar with based on her earlier exploration.  His reasoning was sound and she nodded in agreement, though she was partly biased.  She'd spent so much time exploring Auster she already considered it something of a base for the family.  Yes, they'd certainly made enemies and she could only imagine how the story was being retold but the fact remained that they were given a chance.  The alpha did not have to die.  He chose to make death the ending of his story though she knew others would frame it as a senseless murder. Not that she honestly cared either way. Fear could be just as useful a tool but if they were to spread their legacy they couldn't go just wiping everyone out.

The question moved to to roles and ranks and Pyralis pondered where she'd like to be.  This was a difficult question for her.  She did not really consider herself a pack wolf, at least before children.  She'd been so wild and prone to wandering she couldn't really see herself in such a role but after having her pups, raising them despite her wandering ways she'd found herself enamored with the idea of a pack. A place to return to after a weary or thrilling day of wandering.  Of course, she also had her children's ambitions to consider. The family was gathering in a group and growing larger with each passing day. They all had strong wills and personalities and the lure and advantage of power had begun to grow in her eyes. Amon should know that by now if he gave her an inch by thunder she was going to take a mile.

She rose to her feet, standing tall and proud, her tail up in a dominant position, her usual grin adorning her face. "I have two ideas in mind for myself, my dear brother. Namely, I wonder if you intend to consider a second-in-command? If so, I put my name forward. Of all our family I have done the most exploration of these lands and despite my wandering ways I think it can be said that I have been there for you and the family when I was needed. I have already begun to speak and negotiate with some of the mortals here as well and I dare anyone to question my ability to fight." After all, had she not been one of the first to follow him to this new land? She had diligently explored the new land, she'd found herself a suitable partner, raised two wonderful children. Could any of the other Abraxas lift their current accomplishments above hers? Though, she knew many in the family might consider her an odd choice. Hell, she considered herself an odd choice! But she was there, she was responsible when it counted and of everyone at the meeting she'd been the one most consistently by Amon's side.

"I have no delusions about my tempestuous nature. The rank of Lead General is not something I could maintain long term. I desire too much to wander where my spirit moves me so my proposal is thus. Give me the rank of Lead General until the summer. This should give the family time to settle into new lands and give you time to test them, watch them, and choose the best candidate for the position. Many in our family have only just arrived in these new lands. I don't think we need to be hasty with that position." With her own experience in the role she'd be able to pass on wisdom to her son and aid him in building his own kingdom while also ensuring a certain amount of freedom for herself. After all, as Lead General the only wolf she'd have to answer to would be her brother. "After that my preference would be Scout Primary.  Again, I have done the most thorough exploration of these lands.  You could find no one better. If you have someone else in mind for Lead General though I promise I won't take offense, just give me the rank of Scout Primary. Feel free to give me any test for either of these positions that you like. I will not disappoint you."