Respond with overwhelming force

Kolt nodded thoughtfully at Ember's assessment, his ears perked attentively. The praise for their teamwork strategy resonated with him. He glanced briefly at his siblings, considering how they might work together to overcome a larger foe. He would have to concur with Spriggan, he didn’t really have too much of an interest in opening with a low blow like that.

Kolt's ice blue eyes darted between Ember and Erik, studying their body language. There was clearly something between them - the way Ember smirked up at the larger wolf spoke volumes. But Kolt pushed that observation aside, focusing instead on the lesson at hand. And about the time he tuned back in, he couldn’t help but perk his ears forward at Ember's command to attack. His gaze narrowed, muscles tensing as he sized up their opponent once more. Erik was formidable, no doubt about it. He and his siblings would have to make it count.

Without a word, Kolt darted to the left, circling wide to flank Erik's side. His paws moved swiftly but silently across the dojo floor as he maneuvered into position. Kolt's gaze flicked briefly to his siblings, trusting they would each play their part in overwhelming the larger wolf. As he rounded Erik's flank, Kolt suddenly lunged forward, aiming to nip at the older wolf's hind leg. It wasn't a serious attack, but rather a feint designed to draw Erik's attention and create an opening for one of the others. Kolt was ready to dodge away quickly if Erik retaliated, his agile frame coiled and prepared to spring in any direction.

This was just the opening move, of course. Kolt knew they would need to work together if they hoped to take the higher ground.

"Kolt Carpathius"