Preparations

Irilyth had been quite surprised to find herself asked by Manea to assist in the expansion efforts of the pack to the mainland lake just along the northern shore of Boreas. Not because she still considered herself lesser or subservient to any of the wolves, but because she genuinely hadn't felt as if her skills and insight could provide much benefit to the expansion. Irilyth was not well versed in the intricacies of inter-pack politics, and her time in Elysium had been her longest stint as a member of a pack or band in her entire life. Still, she was honored that Manea had handpicked her for this job, and she would not let her alphess down.

The sandy blonde fae arrived to the lake along with the others, surveying the land briefly as they settled in to begin their discussions. The land had already been cleared of predators, scent markers put down by Manea and Alastor, and the hunters had located resources worth claiming here. The lake was a wise choice to claim—but it did come with its challenges too. "The lake is a major watering hole for many of the eastern territories' prey animals. It will make for good hunting grounds as well as keeping moist, fertile soil for herbs to grow plentifully," he pointed out, but turned a cautious gaze to Avacyn when she spoke of Abaven. "We must also not forget that, while they have been amiable so far, Abaven's alpha was the first to show support to your mother's nemesis, the pirate woman. They share blood, from my understanding, and it could mean a greater chance of pirates poking about our borders under the guise of a family reunion."

"Irilyth"