silver beneath the surface

Ellara felt a surge of adrenaline as Atreyu moved to stand shoulder-to-shoulder with her, Bigs safely nestled between Atreyu's front legs. The cougar eyed them warily, its wild yellow eyes flickering between the wolves and the circling owls. Ellara nodded subtly at Atreyu's signal, understanding the plan without the need for words.

With a low growl, Ella took a step to her right, her muscles coiled and ready to strike. The cougar's wild gaze followed her owls and did not notice the step, distracted for just a moment. Seizing the opportunity, Ellara lunged forward, her powerful legs propelling her towards the cat like a bullet. Her teeth bared, she aimed for the cougar's flank, her jaws closing around fur and flesh.

[ 2/3 Fought a large opponent (Cougar) ]