There's beauty in the breakdown

The rosewood fae watched as the unfamiliar wolf approached, her vibrant pink eyes locking onto the yearling with curiosity and a measure of respect. The blue eyes of the stranger reflected a strength that Ellara knew well - the fire that burned in those seeking to prove their strength. Overhead, her owls circled silently, their sharp eyes observing every movement below.

As the other wolf dipped her head in greeting, Ellara returned the gesture with a bow of her own. The distance between them was respectful, a clear understanding of the unspoken rules of engagement. Her gaze flicked to the cat perched on the young wolf's back; a curious companion, but one Ellara would not underestimate.

"Not at all," Ellara stated simply. When the Tojo princess subtly shifted into a defensive stance, Ellara responded in kind. Her muscles tensed beneath her sleep fur, her stance squared and her knees slightly bent. She took a deep breath, the scent of old blood and decay filling her senses, grounding her into this moment.

Without breaking eye contact, Ellara lowered her head, narrowed her eyes, and secured her tail to sginal she was ready. The silence between them hung heavy in the air, charged with the anticipation of the upcoming clash. Her owls let out synchronized cries from above, a signal that echoed across the boneyard like a battle cry.

With a powerful push of her hind legs, the fae sprung forward, aiming to test the defenses of her opponent. Her movements were swift and calculated, her eyes locked onto her target as she sought to drive Hinata back with her initial assault. Ellara aimed her bite at Hinata's right shoulder, intending to test the stability and reflexes of the younger wolf's defenses. Her goal was to force Hinata to react quickly and reveal any weakness in her stance of movement as she did so. Ellara kept her approach low and fast, hoping to catch Hinata off-guard, but she did not linger; once her strike was purchased or not, Ellara quickly sprung back a few feet to hopefully avoid retaliation. This would be Ellara's first time fighting a lighter wolf like herself, so she was eager to see where this spar led.

Ellara vs Hinata for Spar
Round 1/x
Age: Over 1 year
Size: Extra large
Build: Light
Offensive Battle Accessory: Bladed Hide Bracers
Defensive Battle Accessory: Reinforced Hide Collar
Companion 1: Barred Owl, Male - Perception
Companion 2: Barred Owl, Female - Perception
Skills: Expert Healer & Expert Fighter