Sparkly-Eyed Bear

Hikaru was given the privilege, however brief it might be, of being partnered with Kotori to patrol the Armada’s lands. Despite the bright mushrooms on the side of his face and the blue glowing blood that seeped from their stems, Haiku could do what he needed to for the pack. Breathing still remained difficult, and he coughed far too much to help in any hunting trip. Patrolling had slightly less health requirements and Kotori was competent enough to hold the majority of the weight in their team.

As would be needed now as a roar sounded through the forest. Kotori made his way closer and Hika did the same. Both boys faced their opponent, the massive bear with crystalized eyes. Hikaru couldn’t even imagine crystals growing over his eyes, mushrooms from under the lids was bad enough.

"I think you’re right,” Hika weazed as he prepared himself to fight. He was slower, less coordinated, and hoped he’d be enough help to beat the bear off or put it down. Kotori mostly kept it occupied and Hikaru went around the other side of it. While his attention was diverted Hikaru landed a heavy blow to its neck and swiftly retreated.

"Speech"