It was only the fact that she recognized the voice of Kotori's father that kept the koi woman from taking her katana and leaving a trail of bodies in her wake. The monochromatic fae rushed towards the border where she could already hear wolves locked in combat. The woman passed Kotori, eyeing him and his father as they battled. She was proud of him and wished to make him proud in turn.

The fae's dual-toned gaze fell upon one lone Armada wolf and she made a beeline for him. Not having her sword felt odd, but it wouldn't do to accidentally murder an allied packs wolves. She'd have to do it the old fashioned way.

Nearing the wolf, Ochi threw on a burst of speed, heading straight on towards him. She would throw her body weight at him in the hopes of bowling him over. Her nimble digits would curl into claws and try to wind into the thicker fur at his neck so that she could hold him in place. She was careful not to hurt him, but she wouldn't take it easy on him either.

"Ochitsuki"

Ochitsuki vs Atreus for Raid
Round 1/2
Age: Over 1
Size: Large
Build: Light
Skills: Beginner Fighter & Beginner Navigator
Specialty:

The russet woman absorbs her blow, laughing at the earthen woman’s words which makes Athena grin even wider. Words are given in return along with teeth and the shorter wolf is forced to toss her head back and to the side to avoid those crystal fangs. Instead, they sink into her shoulder causing the older woman to wince as she playfully teases, “Whoa there! Not the face! I need to look pretty for later.” Eyes sparkle with happiness as a flash of movement happens in the earthen wolf’s scruff and suddenly a small, irritated owl bursts onto the scene. Archimedes hoots his anger at the stranger and seeks to hop over and perch himself on top of their head so he can poke at them. A laugh rolls from Athena’s lips as she seeks to try and grab ahold of the side of the stranger’s scruff so she can leverage the unbitten shoulder up and, hopefully, over the other woman’s frame. Athena vs Hazel for Dominance (Raid) Round 2/2 Age: Over 1 year Size: Medium Build: Light Companion 1: Little owl, Male - Flying Skills: Master Fighter & Master Intellectual Specialty: Bard "Athena Nocturna"  ’Thought’

Though Hazel knows better than to take a training exercise anything other than seriously, the girl can't help but laugh. The silliness of it... maybe it was good for her. Maybe it would help break the tension, or maybe it would only server to further her frustration. Really, Hazel couldn't tell you. She dug her claws into the soft earth, as her red panda seems to remember there's a raid going on, and goes to try to haul himself up on Athena's hind leg. "Right, sorry!" She grins sheepishly. Practice raid. She could spare her opponent's face.

The little owl perching on Hazel's head, though she'd toss it as the creature tried to poke at her. With a roll of her shoulders, Hazel fights to maintain control of her long legs. Tries to right herself, grumbling the whole way, though her weight scaffolds against Athena's. It's not her most elegant fight, but then, it's not her most serious either. The bards could bonk at each other, it was really a merry time.

"Speech"

Hazel vs Athena for raid
Round 2/2
Age: over 1
Size: Large
Build: Medium
Offensive Battle Accessory: Porcupine quill cape
Defensive Battle Accessory: Leather Breastplate
Companion 1: Red Panda, Male - Battle
Companion 2: Hawk, Female - Battle
Mutation 1: Crystal fangs - Offensive
Skills: Master Intellectual & Master Fighter
Specialty: Bard

The party was on the move to the South, heading to Valta's doorstep. He wondered how much of a challenge this would prove, if any, considering the two packs were family. The horned male remained quiet as he brought up the rear, ears twitching as Sirius told them no maims. Fair enough. He wasn't much of a maimer anyway. Not unless someone was trying to get one over on him first. He was more laid back. Kept to himself a lot. And it was hard to get out of that without a friend or someone to keep him accountable. Then again, was it so wrong to be an introvert? He didn't think so. As the Armada wolves summoned the Valtan warriors out to play, the fighting would begin. He stuck around the edges, golden gaze watching and waiting for an opponent to take on. This would be the first time he'd test his father's renewed armor in battle, and so far, it seemed to be made just for him. He was eager to test it out, but oh, he'd keep that to himself. "Grimoire

And the winner is...

Sirius

Due to not posting within the time limit, Kotori loses by default. They must give up by submitting, fleeing or passing out.

One by one the fights broke out around her. Gossamer's keen eyes scanned the arriving Valta wolves, seeking out an opponent but instead one found her. She returned the smile as she saw her older sister approach. She had immense respect for Asla's skill in battle and even as a pup she had wanted to spar the older woman. Even now she could remember her bratty younger self demanding a fight of her older sister.

"Shall we, then?"

"I'd love nothing more." Gossamer's defenses flew into place as her sister charged for her. Her smaller, faster sibling dodged to her left. Gossamer centered her weight in her front paws, kicking with her hind legs to pivot so she was facing the opposite direction of Asla, just off to the other woman's right. The pivot had brought her shoulder and neck out of the main reach of her sister, though her siblings lower fangs sliced humble lacerations into Gossamer's upper shoulder, spilling first blood. Gossamer's head launched down and towards her sister. Her goal was to get a hold on the woman's back, just behind her shoulder blades.

Gossamer vs Aslatiel for Dominance
Round 1/2
Age: Over 1 Year
Size: Extra large
Build: Medium
Offensive Battle Accessory: Clawed gauntlets
Defensive Battle Accessory: Spiked helmet and coif
Companion 1: Fox, Female - Battle - Boosted
Companion 2: Snow leopard, Male - Battle - Boosted
Mutation 1: Saber fangs - Offensive
Skills: Master Fighter & Master Healer
Specialty: Knight
Bard Present

Mojito's horns clipped his opponent as they scrambled to get out of the way. He started to try and put on the breaks and completely missed that the yearling was about to throw themselves at him, at least until he was scrambling to his right so he could keep his paws under himself. The small wolf wasn't exactly big enough to do much damage, sure Mojito would be bruised, but they had been big enough that combined with Mojito not assuming they'd throw themselves at him to send him stumbling. Mojito couldn't help it, he flashed the young wolf a grin, his brows rising. It was a good move all things considering and he couldn't bring himself to feel anything but impressed. He was maybe softer at heart than he liked to admit. Still Mojito managed to stay standing and even being knocked off course somewhat his head was in the game, pivoting on his toes he spun around to face the yearling. Hoa was coming up behind them and he flashed his companion a warning look, no stomping the kid flat, even considering their size which would have only made it too easy. Instead the sheep lowered his head and aimed to headbutt the youth towards Mojito, trying to herd them towards the wolf-dog. Who was for his part swiping his forelegs out, trying to scoop up the smaller wolf. He wasn't really looking to do much damage so much as he was hoping to get a hold on the smaller wolf, such that they'd not be able to do much. Mojito vs Araneae for Dominance Round 2/2 Age: 1+ Size: Small Build: Light Companion 1: Mini arapawa sheep, Male - Battle Mutation 1: Goat horns - Offensive Skills: Expert Healer & Advanced Fighter "Speech"

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Satira was getting really fucking annoyed with how every summer Valta seemed to be hit by a raid. For crying out loud, the girl was in heat and all she wanted to do was be back in her den with her not-boyfriend! The challenging call from Sirius came at the most inopportune time, and with an aggravated sigh and roll of her eyes, Tira was forced to climb off of Cináed and prepare to defend the pack again. "Can't be any other season for a raid, can it? Nooooo, it's gotta be right when I'm trying to get laid!" the little wolf-dog grumbled as she strapped on her armor and grabbed her healer's satchel. "C'mon Ciná, we've got asses to kick—again." Grabbing a bottle of ginseng and meadowsweet extract because gods knew she was going to have to be picking someone's ass up off the ground today, Tira waited for Ciná to get ready before leading the charge with him out of their den and towards the rapids.

The pair arrived after the fighting had begun, faces she recognized and many she didn't from the Armada clashing with her Valtan friends and family. And just as she had predicted, Satira had arrived just in time to watch her uncle get smacked down by her grandfather. Tira sighed and rolled her eyes again. Guess she'd be getting to work sooner than she expected. Separating from Ciná's side so he could go find his own fight, Tira sprinted through the battlefield, using her small size to her advantage to duck beneath bigger wolves and cut a path over to the downed Kotori. "That was a weak showing, Uncle. You can do better than that," she teasingly scolded the alpha as she popped open the vial and dumped the contents into Ko's mouth. The concoction was a powerful painkiller and energy booster; he would be feeling tip top again in seconds. "Now go get your round two in with Gramps!"

With Kotori healed, Tira now turned her attention to finding her own opponent. Steel blue eyes found a younger male lingering around the edges of the battlefield, surveying the scene. Likely trying to find an opponent. Well, it would just be bad manners as their hosts if Satira left their guest unattended to! Smirking with a gleam of determination in her eye, Tira darted across the field again aiming for Charlton. Tiny paws launched her at the massive brute, using her smaller size to her advantage as she aimed to dart underneath Charlie from his side while he was distracted, sharp teeth and extended feline claws seeking to grip into the soft fur and flesh of his underbelly. She didn't want to hurt the lad too much, just enough to get him to tap out, and what better way to do that to a guy than by going for their soft bits?

ooc: Satira is using her Field Medic speciality to revive Kotori

Satira vs Charlton for Dominance (raid)
Round 1/2
Age: 1+ years
Size: Extra small
Build: Light
Offensive Battle Accessory: Hidden blade
Defensive Battle Accessory: Front Leather Wraps
Companion 1: Peregrine falcon, Female - Flying
Companion 2: Leopard, Female - Battle
Mutation 1: Feline claws - Offensive
Skills: Expert Fighter & Master Healer
Specialty: Field Medic

"Satira"

Dunkans attack landed where intended, partially winding his opponent, but as seasoned as he was he knew that it wasn't wise to sing victory until the fight was over with. So instead of feeling cocky he focused on his fight. With her legs around his shoulders he felt trapped and had little room to move much without having to do tactics that may harm himself in the process.

She pushed and he felt her trying to overpower him. His back paws spread trying to gain traction and avoid falling off. Then he felt sharp pain on his read but he wasn't going to let it take his attention, pain was part of life. Kaira flew towards the enemy bird trying to get it away from her master.

Dunkan attempted to push his shoulder into her chest, trying to do a counterpoint, making this a strength contest. Who will win it?

Dunkan vs Andromeda for dominance(Raid)
Round 2 of 2
Age: +1
Size: Large
Build: Heavy
Offensive Battle Accessory: Lion Claw Gauntlets
Defensive Battle Accessory: Lion skull helmet
Companion 1: Jaguar, Male - Battle
Companion 2: Red-tailed hawk, Female - Flying
Skills: Master Fighter & Expert Intellectual
Specialty: Knight

Dad had grown older but apparently, the warlord hadn’t grown weak with that age.  Kotori grunted as he’d hit earth inwardly cursing himself for losing right now.  Tira showed up in excellent timing, offering him some form of drink.  The liquid sloshed in his mouth and did wonders for the ache in his body to diminish and a new burst of energy in him.  She certainly proved her talents which earned her promotion in the pack.

Kotori stood back up, watching her run off to start her own battle.  Kotori would need to be sure to thank her later for the help.  Now he had a chance to bandage the injured pride he had from his loss.  “The battle isn’t over Father.  Hope you aren’t too tired yet.”  

"Kotori Fatalis"

The Warlord knew he'd caught the other by surprise when his son unexpectedly went down. He blinked in surprise when Satira suddenly appeared between the two of them, giving Kotori a boost of second wind, with a concoction she had carried with her.

He offered his son a paw, taking a moment to listen to the fights raging around him. “Finished with your nap?” He quibbed back, before taking a few steps backwards. Resetting the battle between them. He wouldn't begrudge the boy another round. Besides, there was nowhere he would rather be. This was his family, and his send off.

When Ko had set his defences, the Warlord charged back in. Aiming to connect his right shoulder with that of his son's. The battle starting anew.

Sirius vs Kotori for raid spar
Round 1/2
Age: over one
Size: Dire wolf
Build: Medium
Offensive Battle Accessory: Front leg bracers with knife
Defensive Battle Accessory: Back leg bracers
Companion 1: Black Vulture, Male - Battle - Boosted
Companion 2: Snow Leopard, Female - Battle - Boosted
*Companion 3: Spectacled bear, Female - Battle
Mutation 1: Cat claws - Offensive
Mutation 2: Fangs - Offensive
Mutation 3: Thicker fur - Defensive
Skills: Master Fighter & Master Hunter
Specialty: Bloodletter

"Sirius"

Battles were breaking out around him, but Charlie waited for an opponent. He wanted to be ready to fight, to give his all for the Armada. Silveris continued to circle and survey above him, the small bird keeping an eye on things above for her wolf partner. Yorrick hummed thoughtfully beside him, the fisher ready to do what damage he could. Not that any of this was meant to be long lasting. If anything, it was going to be his first real taste of battle… and lessened steaks would be for the better. Although, if Charlie had any idea that the timing might have not been so opportune for everyone, he would have likely felt guilty for the small woman coming toward him.

Silveris caught sight of her too late and by the time she let out the warning call the wolf-dog was under him. Charlie sidestepped, hoping to reveal part of her body so he could counter attack without, well, laying on her, as fangs and claws bit into his underbelly. A small grunt of pain left him, muscles tensing as he attempted to brace for the pain. Oof! He certainly didn’t have experience fighting such a tiny thing… He tried to swoop a foreleg back under himself, hoping to hook one of the woman’s legs and try to yank her out from under him. Meanwhile Yorrick moved to encourage that as well, the fisher letting out a growl as he sought to tackle the wolf-dog’s chest and hopefully make her stumble back.

"Speech," 'Thought.'

Charlton vs Satira for Dominance (Raid)
Round 1/2
Age: Over one year
Size: Dire wolf
Build: Heavy
Defensive Battle Accessory: Spiked leather brace
Companion 1: Great grey shrike, Female - Perception
Companion 2: Fisher, Male - Battle
Mutation 1: Sabre fangs - Offensive
Skills: Expert Fighter & Advanced Intellectual
Specialty: –

And the winner is...

Hazel

Athena must give up by submitting, fleeing or passing out, and may no longer participate in the raid. Totals: Athena : Attack Roll: 43 Defense Roll: 23 Agility Roll: 29 Perception Roll: 75 Total: 170 Attack[43] + 5% Bonus[2.15]: 45.15 Defense[23] + 0% Bonus[0.00]: 23.00 Agility[29] + 5% Bonus[1.45]: 30.45 Perception[75] + 35% Bonus[26.25]: 101.25 Total[199.85] + 25% Bonus[49.96]: 249.81 Hazel: Attack Roll: 9 Defense Roll: 22 Agility Roll: 86 Perception Roll: 69 Total: 186 Attack[9] + 45% Bonus[4.05]: 13.05 Defense[22] + 15% Bonus[3.30]: 25.30 Agility[86] + 0% Bonus[0.00]: 86.00 Perception[69] + 25% Bonus[17.25]: 86.25 Total[210.60] + 25% Bonus[52.65]: 263.25

And the winner is...

Andromeda

Dunkan must give up by submitting, fleeing or passing out, and may no longer participate in the raid. Totals: Dunkan: Attack Roll: 63 Defense Roll: 12 Agility Roll: 88 Perception Roll: 72 Total: 235 Attack[63] + 60% Bonus[37.80]: 100.80 Defense[12] + 20% Bonus[2.40]: 14.40 Agility[88] + 0% Bonus[0.00]: 88.00 Perception[72] + 30% Bonus[21.60]: 93.60 Total[296.80] + 35% Bonus[74.20]: 400.68 Andromeda : Attack Roll: 37 Defense Roll: 34 Agility Roll: 73 Perception Roll: 86 Total: 230 Attack[37] + 60% Bonus[22.20]: 59.20 Defense[34] + 25% Bonus[8.50]: 42.50 Agility[73] + 15% Bonus[10.95]: 83.95 Perception[86] + 35% Bonus[30.10]: 116.10 Total[301.75] + 35% Bonus[105.61]: 407.36

Gossamer dodged the brunt of Asla's attack and the older fae couldn't be more proud. Her teeth did scrape one dark shoulder, but it wouldn't be anything close to lasting damage. That wasn't what this raid was about. Even if it was, Asla wasn't sure that she could have brought herself to maim her sister. Gossamer had always been one of Asla's favorites. With Goss' pivot, there left one clear attack that the larger wolf might decide upon as the quickest and most efficient. And so, Aslatiel dropped low, almost to her belly. Again her jaws opened and she pushed forward, mouth snapping at the woman's right paw to hopefully pull it out from beneath her or at least cause enough discomfort to push her back. "Speech"

Aslatiel vs Gossamer for Raid
Round 2/2
Age: Over 1
Size: Small
Build: Light
Offensive Battle Accessory: Kudu Skull with antlers
Defensive Battle Accessory: Armor
Companion 1: Snow Leopard, Male - Battle
Companion 2: Golden Saker Falcon, Male - Flying
*Companion 3: Snow Leopard, Female - Battle
Mutation 1: Cat claws - Offensive
Skills: Master Hunter & Master Fighter
Specialty: Bloodletter & Knight

Atreus shifted as movement caught his attention - a smaller female wolf was making straight for him. The youth didn't bother to dodge, instead setting his feet, slightly splayed, and took her smaller weight easily. She grasped at his neck with oddly monkey-like paws, unfortunately missing the ridge of quills down the center. Atreus dug his hindclaws into the dirt and pushed forward against her, seeking to overbalance her and bear her down to the ground beneath his greater weight and trap her under him. Twisting his head to the side towards her he gaped open his jaws and attempted to capture her upper arm in his jaws behind his oversized fangs.

Atreus vs Ochitsuki for Dominance (raid)
Round 1/2
Age: over 1 year
Size: Dire wolf
Build: Heavy
Offensive Battle Accessory: Leather Bracers
Defensive Battle Accessory: Leather Braces
Companion 1: Gyrfalcon, Female - Battle
Companion 2: Jaguar, Male, Battle
Mutation 1: Saberteeth - Offensive
Mutation 2: Quill mohawk - Offensive
Mutation 3: Tiger claws - Offensive
Skills: Intermediate Fighter & Beginner Hunter
Specialty:

Though he wasn't exactly where he wanted to be fighting-wise at his age, he gotten a late start compared to some of these wolves. He hadn't really been raised for most of his life in a pack, let alone one like the Armada. Most of his early life had focused on survival, and now that he was perfectly settled into the Armada he had time to hone his skills. He was glad when another wolf locked onto him, seeing him charge toward him from the corner of his eye before turning more toward the other male. He gave a nod of acknowledgement before he collided with him - this was a friendly raid, after all - and settled into a slightly more defensive stance. Even if he tried to prepare himself for the attack he couldn't have anticipated the movement of his bird companion, who swooped down toward his face. His claws dug into the earth as he tried to withstand the force of the slightly taller man ramming into his shoulder. The move made him stumble, but he tried to regain his composure, ducking slightly to the right to try to avoid the talons that were slashing toward his face, trying to aim a bite to the upper section of his front left leg. Bronze vs Arcturus for Dominance (Raid) Round 1 / 2 Age: Over 1 Year Size: Extra large Build: Heavy Defensive Battle Accessory: Leather foreleg bracers Skills: Expert Fighter & Intermediate Hunter

Rather than topple or even falter, the younger, much larger wolf pressed into the monochromatic fae. Ochi angled her body, chest forward, hind legs somewhat splayed out behind to affect her center of gravity. Rather than fall, the lightweight fae's paws merely slid over the earth as she was pushed back, leaving raking claw marks in the ground.

The teeth of the brute did wrap around her foreleg and pain pricked at her flesh as his teeth pierced through. It wasn't bad and wouldn't leave much of a mark after, but it still hurt. Ochitsuki curled her neck, using the momentum of the sudden movement to try and headbutt her opponent right in his big, Dire sized nose. The sensitive flesh of his nose being struck would likely make his eyes water and possibly force him to release her, so it was worth a shot.

"Ochitsuki"

Ochitsuki vs Atreus for Dominance (Raid)
Round 2/2
Age: Over 1
Size: Large
Build: Light
Skills: Beginner Fighter & Beginner Navigator
Specialty:

Kotori had lost once to his father in this raid already, he wasn’t about to lose a second time.  A retort came to his mind at his father's comment on a nap but it could wait for when the raid was over.  A slim smile formed on his face when his father moved in for the attack.

Kotori stepped into the shoulder slam, the two bodies slamming into each other as he pitted his strength against the warlords. This time he took the connection right, maintaining balance.  Kotori aimed to push himself forward and knock his father over.  He twisted his head, biting for Sirius's neck, trying to gain more control and unbalance his enemy.  A fast victory would be best.


Kotori vs Sirius for raid spar
Round 1/2
Age: over 1 year
Size: Extra large
Build: Medium
Offensive Battle Accessory: Bracers with hidden knife
Defensive Battle Accessory: Hind leg leather bracers
Companion 1: Slender mongoose, Male - Battle - Boosted
Companion 2: Snow leopard, Male - Battle
Mutation 1: Horns - Offensive
Mutation 2: Agility boost - Agility
Skills: Master Fighter & Master Hunter
Specialty: Juggernaut
"Kotori Fatalis"

He could feel Kotori’s focus snapping in for this fight. His son was determined, and it showed as he met the slam of his Sire. Kotori was a smaller, lighter built wolf, but he pushed forward against Sirius. The Warlord grinned, enjoying himself as he leaned into the push. He wouldn’t be so easily toppled himself.

He felt Kotori’s teeth graze his neck, and he leaned his weight further forward. Balancing his centre just right, so he could lift one forepaw and attempt to swipe it behind Kotori’s, his claws extended as he sought to dig in. He didn’t intend to do any lasting damage, but he certainly wouldn’t be going easy on the Alpha.

Sirius vs Kotori for raid spar
Round 2/2
Age: over one
Size: Dire wolf
Build: Medium
Offensive Battle Accessory: Front leg bracers with knife
Defensive Battle Accessory: Back leg bracers
Companion 1: Black Vulture, Male - Battle - Boosted
Companion 2: Snow Leopard, Female - Battle - Boosted
*Companion 3: Spectacled bear, Female - Battle
Mutation 1: Cat claws - Offensive
Mutation 2: Fangs - Offensive
Mutation 3: Thicker fur - Defensive
Skills: Master Fighter & Master Hunter
Specialty: Bloodletter

"Sirius"