Proud of Sitri’s performance Venom found herself ready for the next pup as morning turned to mid day. Venom went through and reset her circle, clearing out the extra paw prints and sketching her circle.

The Empress had a lot on her mind, much she didn’t want to think about. Spending all of this time with the innocent youth did her heart good. Having her own future feel like it was collapsing, she let herself live through these tiny children. They were growing fast of course, but their hope was still new and real. IT helped put things in perspective for the woman.

Venom finished setting up and again lowered herself to her haunches in the middle of the circle and she called out for the next child to come and find her.

Dove island archipelago / mid day / warm

Plague had told the kids to expect calls and challenges from their Aunt Venom, the empress. They were old enough to wander most of the islands on their own now, at least under the hidden supervision of the rest of the pack. She had heard Venom call out for Sitri and she would be prepared for when it was her turn to face the empress. She did not feel like she was ready for fights in general, but that didn't hinder the confidence she showed outside of those feelings.

She trotted out to meet Venom, a circle drawn out in the ground though she wouldn't know what the challenge would be. She nodded respectfully at her as they met, though still felt her as a strong part in their family. "Aunt Venom." She stood outside of the sparring circle, maybe waiting for further instructions. Venom was much larger than her as an adult, but would also always be bigger than her. It was a bit intimidating.

"Saia"

Venom was enjoying the day so far, getting to train one on one with Plague’s children was doing her good. The day was still young, just like her students. She didn’t expect any of them to astound her with their skill set, they were far too young and inexperienced for that. Still, having some paws on experience with their aunt and Empress would do them all good. No matter what level they were.

The girl Saia was straightforward, not as warm and inviting as her siblings but Venom could treasure that trait just as much. She was a lot like Venom was when she was young. ”Hello, Saia. Welcome.” She offered softly and with warmth as she invited the tiny girl forward. ”I’ve brought you out for a game if you think you’re up for it.” Saia would be the first that she hesitated with. ”A wrestling game. Whoever gives up or is knocked from the ring first loses. What do you say?” The girl seemed hesitant and Venom wouldn’t want to push her past her thresholds yet.

It wasn't exactly that she was hesitant... maybe that she didn't want to let down Venom or her parents. She supposed there was really no harm done... She had to learn somewhere at least and her Aunt Venom was here to do just that. "Okay." She stated maybe less enthused than a pup should be but in no way to be disrespectful.

She looked down at the circle Venom had created before stepping inside. She used what knowledge her father had taught her, planting her feet in the soil for traction, holding her tail out for balance. She may have been taking too much time preparing, at least this wasn't a real thing. She did somehow hope that Venom wouldn't treat her like a silly pup but she also knew that Venom could easily pin her without any trouble. She was sure she would get a lesson either way. Her paws jumped up to wrap around width of one of her legs, a little at an angle so coming more at the shoulder than the chest. And with that she tried to move her weight into her.

Saia vs Venom for Spar
Round 1/x
Age: Under 6 Months
Size: Medium
Build: Medium
Skills: Beginner Fighter & Beginner Healer
Specialty: N/A

"Saia"

Venom took the girl’s uneasiness as timidity, she was near as exuberant or confident as the other puppies and she held the serious and focused traits of a Klein. Venm had to curtail her training to each puppy individually but that made things interesting. Despite her hesitation she wouldn't shy from the opportunity. With a simple word she declared her willingness, and much like a couple other siblings she lowered herself into a fighting stance.

The Empress was patient as Saia sorted out her stance and readiness slowly, speed would come with time. Control would come with practice. Though even her own daughter struggled with her grace a lot of the time. After a moment Saia reared up and aimed to attack her paws. A very common target considering how small the children were. Venom could have lifted her paw to keep Saia from landing her attack but she didn’t move for the pup. Mostly for her confidence.

"Ah!” She cried softly as Saia’s hit landed on her ankle. Her other white paw lifted to retaliate lightly, aiming to push against the girl’s shoulders to swipe her off her paw.

Venom vs Saia for Spar
Round 1 of 2
Age: 1+
Size: Extra large
Build: Light
Mutation 1: Cat claws - Offensive
Mutation 2: Quills - Defensive
Mutation 3: Enhanced vision - Perception
Skills: Master Fighter & Master Intellectual
"Venom"

Venom allowed her to take hold of her leg, but Saia didn't dwell too much on maybe how kind Venom was being. It was expected of her aunt and during the training.

Venom's opposite paw pushed down on her causing her to let go of her grasp on the leg. Now finding her balance under her very unevenly from being out of practice, she had a quick thought and even a smirk as she swiftly went to dive under Venom's belly like she was traversing through a bridge. Wanting to poke out on the other side, she would have went for another more similar attack on the opposite leg with her paws aiming to hug around her leg and shoulder with a push.

Saia vs Venom for Spar
Round 2/2
Age: Under 6 Months
Size: Medium
Build: Medium
Skills: Beginner Fighter & Beginner Healer
Specialty: N/A

"Saia"

Saia barely reacted as her attack hit, and Venom didn’t know if she was just incredibly focused or generally unresponsive. The little fight went on, Venom’s paw brushed at the girl and dislodged her but she ducked under and emerged beneath Venom’s belly. She didn’t react right away, curious about what the puppy was about to do as she tumbled and went for another of the Empress’s legs. Venom withheld a giggle as the ferocious puppy pushed against her leg with all of her might. Of course she didn’t get very far, but Venom stepped back so the pup might feel like she did something. It would also probably dislodge the puppy and cause her to lose her balance.

"Venom"

Venom vs Saia for Spar
Round 2 of 2
Age: 1+
Size: Extra large
Build: Light
Mutation 1: Cat claws - Offensive
Mutation 2: Quills - Defensive
Mutation 3: Enhanced vision - Perception
Skills: Master Fighter & Master Intellectual

And the winner is...

VENOM

SAIA must give up by submitting, fleeing or passing out. Totals: SAIA Attack Roll: 77 Defense Roll: 6 Agility Roll: 69 Perception Roll: 71 Total: 223 Attack[77] + 10% Bonus[7.70]: 84.70 Defense[6] + 0% Bonus[0.00]: 6.00 Agility[69] + 0% Bonus[0.00]: 69.00 Perception[71] + 0% Bonus[0.00]: 71.00 Total[230.70] + -30% Bonus[-69.21]: 161.49 VENOM Attack Roll: 67 Defense Roll: 65 Agility Roll: 16 Perception Roll: 33 Total: 181 Attack[67] + 10% Bonus[6.70]: 73.70 Defense[65] + 15% Bonus[9.75]: 74.75 Agility[16] + 5% Bonus[0.80]: 16.80 Perception[33] + 35% Bonus[11.55]: 44.55 Total[209.80] + 25% Bonus[52.45]: 262.25