Dare to Escape *OPEN*

[Valkyrie]

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[atrb=background,http://i1218.photobucket.com/albums/dd415/Somatra1/vback.jpg] [scrolly:h(224),w(410),sy] On the winds of the tide a jet black Keiyou flew, his large wing span slicing effortlessly through the salty air. It was a fine day for aerial flight as there was but a few specks of clouds obscuring his path and the blue of the sky allowed for top visibility. Alone Valkyrie could permit himself to indulge in some fancy manoeuvres, safe from the prodding eyes of fellow wolves. Dipping he tipped his wings and pulled them into to his side as he took a straight dive towards the sparking green and blue waters. His steel grey eyes saw movement beneath the surface and he twirled faster, landing in the water like a rocket only to emerge wish a small tuna fish in his talons as his wings sprayed small droplets of crystal water into the air. The glorious wind picked him right back up as he flapped, pushing his body faster and higher as the tips of his black feathers skimmed the clouds. Below him stood the Talyn Islands, peacefully nestled in a recluse area that may have been difficult to access but was all too accessible for the large Keiyou. He took an inclining dive as he headed towards the white sands and pale green grass that rippled in the breeze. Before landing he did a frontward flip and through his fish in the air and then pulled his wings out to land gracefully on the ground catching his fish neatly in his white fangs. He marched up the small bank towards the warm grass, his paws leaving imprints and his razor talons leaving small gauges as they kicked up sand. Trotting into the tall sea grass he circled on the spot a couple times before settling down, his wings fanned out lightly to provide shade from the sun. The tuna fish was certainly delectable and he gnawed on the soft and juicy flesh greedily ripping of the flakes and spitting out bones. Licking his chops he flung the remainder of the bones into the brush and tucked his head under his wings for a nap. Light snoring issued rapidly from the sleeping black wolf as he twitched in slumber. It was not long after that he woke again, the top of his black fur burning from the constant heat. He pulled himself up and gave a mighty stretch, long claws extended as they easily sliced through the thick stalks of grass. Shaking himself out he lumbered out towards the clear waves that broke lazily on the shore. Walking assuredly he slipped into the water, until he could no longer touch the bottom, and paddled with strong and confident movements. The water instantly cooled Valkyrie off and he marvelled in the feeling of weightlessness as he floated along with the waves. [/scrolly]

[raynor]

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[atrb=background,http://i1218.photobucket.com/albums/dd415/Somatra1/rback.jpg] [scrolly:h(197),w(410),sy] Raynor easily swam through the sea's water, enjoying the waves and salty smell. His muscled black form was easily visible in the water because the sun reflected off the gold flecks in it. His huge golden scaled tail propulsed him through the water, and he let his Cael instincts take over his wolf instincts, flipping and diving in and out, like a very large dolphin. His gold eyes remained open in the clear blue water, and although he was sure it was quite cold for normal wolves, to him it was a warm and welcome bath. He barely had to use his front paws to swim at all, his sea legs, as he affectionately called his magnificent tail, did the work for him. He saw colorful fish darting to and fro, and he playfully nipped after some of them, easily keeping pace. However, he had just ate and let them go: It was all fun anyways, something he hadn't done in a while. He disliked being so far from his home, the Connewa meadow, or his mate, Faye, but he knew that the pack would be okay without him for a day or so. He loved this sense of freedom, with the sun lighting up the water and the gentle waves breaking over his form. His old pack had never encouraged such harmless fun, so he made sure to do extra flips and over-exaggerated dives as if to mock them, even if they couldn't see him, and never would. Soon he neared the shore of an island and he noticed another black form cooling off in the water. Personally, he intended not to even get out of the water today, and decided he would most likely swim upriver to go back to his home lands anyways. He slowed his break-neck pace, lightly swimming over to the other wolf, a Keiyou by the looks of it. He didn't know those who dwelled in the sky enjoyed the ocean, but he had no judgments. Raynor swam lazily by, making sure not to accidentally hit the other wolf with his tail, which could pack a powerful punch to other wolves. He knew: He had used it before. " Greetings! It's a beautiful day, isn't it? The water is especially refreshing. I'm Raynor, by the way, a fighter with the Philia Alliance." He grinned and winked as he mentioned the water part. Before, he would have never come near this unknown wolf, since he used to consider all outsiders enemies. But he knew this was an aggressive notion, and he wasn't like that. [/scrolly]

[Valkyrie]

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[atrb=background,http://i1218.photobucket.com/albums/dd415/Somatra1/vback.jpg] [scrolly:h(224),w(410),sy] Valkyrie continued his leisurely cleaning, enjoying the cool water across his black fur as the waves crashed down over his back. In the distance he could make out the shape of a tail moving through the sea, his own keen eyesight following the movements as it approached. As he frowned Valkyrie thought to himself that it could not be a serpent and rather hoped it was not a Cael in a fighting mode, the Keiyou did not have the time for foolishness of that sort today. When a head almost as black as his own broke through the surface Valkyrie waited sternly for what the wolf had to say. His razor eyes scanned what was assuredly a male, remarking on the large size of him. He did not have anything against Caels as they had their uses, but they were not his preferred species. For a Keiyou Valkyrie was rather judge mental. Inclining his head Valkyrie replied in a slightly stern voice, "Good day Raynor of the Philia Alliance. I am Valkyrie, a subordinate for the Cadre." He had a proud tilt to his head as it did not matter what rank he currently had, he was sure to advance all in good time. So this wolf was a Fighter? It would be in the other male's best interest if he were not putting on a false agreeable front. He marched out of the water and shook his wings out, opening them to their full width. Their black tips reached further then most Keiyou and his tail sliced powerfully through the air. His stone cold gaze was fixed on the Cael; though he had nothing against the other wolf's presence it would be up to Raynor to make the next move. After all, the Cael was from another pack so he did not owe him the same agreability that was required of him with the Cadre members. Admittedly Raynor's friendly disposition was not a hindrance... [/scrolly]

[raynor]

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[atrb=background,http://i1218.photobucket.com/albums/dd415/Somatra1/rback.jpg] [scrolly:h(197),w(410),sy] The Cael regarded the Keiyou with a neutral expression, but inside Raynor was grinning: He wondered if he had ever been so serious when he was in his old pack. Most likely... he thought to himself. He nodded politely when the other wolf greeted him in turn, although not in the friendliest voice. His golden eyes watched the other male walk onto shore and deploy his wings, and for a moment wondered if he was going to take flight, but Valkyrie remained standing. He noticed the other wolf had his gaze fixed on him, as if he suspected him of some misdoing. However, Raynor just kept swimming around lazily, floating on his back for a moment, he addressed the other wolf: "So, what brings you to the cove on such a nice day?" Raynor had, in his mind, already pinpointed Valkyrie as a soldier type, always giving or following orders. He doubted the Keiyou would stay for much longer, but the male Cael was feeling in a bit of a playful mood and couldn't help but grin cheekily at the stern Keiyou. The greeting that Valkyrie had addressed him reminded Raynor if his own father, who was, quite plainly, a prick, in Ray's opinion. Although this Valkyrie seemed much more open and kind, he still had that same air of a trained soldier around him. Raynor had also used to have that same personality, drummed into him by the harsh training of his pack leaders. Now, Ray still had that training, and knew how to use it, but preferred living a more fun lifestyle, one that didn't involve constantly fighting, although, as his gaze remained fixed on the Keiyou's, he didn't mind a good brawl once and a while... The Cael could almost hear Faye's voice in his head: "Raynor, calm down!" Raynor grinned to himself: No, he wouldn't start a fight over nothing, especially since the Keiyou didn't seem too bad. He stopped swimming and jumped out of the water, giving Valkyrie his space as he shook himself out, his land legs now back. He walked a little closer to his companion and sat down, the sun glinting off his golden specks in his pure black pelt: Raynor was a more unusual Cael, since he didn't have any trouble walking on land. At first, of course he did, but the other soldiers and pack members had cured him of that quick enough... He focused on Valkyrie then, determined not to think of those painful memories. [/scrolly]