Takin' Da Talk

The wiggle of Jynn's large ears make Jiro laugh. He appreciated her humor and light heartedness which was a pleasant change from the seriousness of Tojo-Kai. "If we have a big enough group, it's pretty much like any other large prey," Jiro says, agreeing with what Jynn has to say. His head gives a little nod, smile widening until he hears his siblings approach, answer the call for a hunting group.

Asahi is first to join him and Jynn. Jiro smiles at his smaller sister, knowing that she's not one for words. "Good thing hunting doesn't require talking," he teases her, leaning down to nip at her ear when she comes to stand beside him. Next is Kaizen and though Jiro loves him dearly, he wishes the other body would smile every once in awhile. Reaching a paw out to bop Kaizen lightly on the shoulder, he gives his brother a big lopsided grin before returning his attention to Jynn.

They move out to the edge of the maze where the group of Takin mingle, grazing on the drying grasses. With one ear on Jynn, listening to her instructions, Jiro watches the herd move about. Yep, just like the Takin he'd hunted with the other boys north of the territory! The question of finding the herd's weakness though was a new aspect that he found challenging. At first glance, the takin all appeared in good health with no obvious limps.

Once Jynn bursts forward, initiating the hunt, Jiro follows suit. Taking up the rear to conserve energy and make sure Asahi didn't fall behind, his attention is quickly turned to where Jynn barks. The herd of Takin scatter making the older cow an obvious target. Turning to follow Jynn and the older cow, Jiro picks up his pace to get closer to the beast. Snapping at its legs, careful to avoid any kicks, he lets out a couple of sharp barks to keep it moving.