from the shadows

Hattori was aware of black tigers, noted they tended to be larger and more vicious than most he had met, but this creature seemed to be in its own entire tier. It had been decimating the local deer population, often dragging prey back to the Wraith's Woods whilst they were still alive. Their pained bleats and cries carrying through the usually still and quiet night air. Hattori usually did not care what other predators did outside of his realm, but he felt as though now was the time to act. And what better companion to bring than the newcomer Hage.

Hattori paused, scenting the air as his nostrils flared. It was nearby, but where?

"Be cautious, this tiger is not like most you have seen."

And then as if responding to his words, the beast rushed out of the blackness, teeth bared and claws at the ready.