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Post by Deleted on Mar 26, 2017 12:25:17 GMT -5
Hiyani trotted over eagerly, sitting beside her fellow trainees but towards the front so she could watch.
Kyana nosed Quill lightly and got up to go to the meeting.
All the rest of my able wolves came to the spot.
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Post by ~Ƈαммι-`ღ´- on Mar 26, 2017 12:36:23 GMT -5
(Ness isn't even on yet... so I will say now we may have to pause an wait for her if she's still offline at the end of Gale's promotion o.o')
As the rest of the wolves settled into the crowd, Kimi began. "Today is off to a great start. First off, I am glad to announce that Russet's early labor was quick with no complications, and she and Awan are now parents to three healthy males."
Some of my wolves woofed in happy relief. Blaze blinked and perked up his fiery-tipped ears slightly, seeming thoughtful, while Manaba stifled an upset huff, glaring down at her tan forepaws with narrowed amber eyes. (She may or may not be lonely... ._.)
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Post by Deleted on Mar 26, 2017 12:46:14 GMT -5
Drift nodded and smiled as he them continued. "And more changes are happening too. A trainee is moving to the Warriors, and some pups will be joining the trainees as well."
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Post by ~Ƈαммι-`ღ´- on Mar 26, 2017 13:02:16 GMT -5
Gale's pelt prickled as he sat with Kohana and his family at the front of the crowd. He was trying his best to look dignified and prepared, but his dark green eyes seemed to clearly gleam with nervousness. His ears flattened as Kimi's next sentence did not mention his name, but another subject.
"Before the ceremonies commence," Kimi announced slowly, "I would like to announce the addition of a new custom we have been recently considering. Something I feel may be beneficial for the sake of general and emotional peace within and outside of the Pack."
(Sorry for the late notice on this, but I've also been planning to use this ceremony as an opportunity to make the new 'graduating wolves may stay or go' policy official. Plus there's an idea for a new sort of trainee assessment I've had for awhile that I'm going to have Kohana suggest towards the end of the ceremonies cx)
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Post by Deleted on Mar 26, 2017 13:13:33 GMT -5
Alright keep going))
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Post by ~Ƈαммι-`ღ´- on Mar 26, 2017 14:06:53 GMT -5
Gazing around quietly at the Pack, Kimi continued, "From now on, when young wolves have finished their training, they will be given the option of either staying and serving the Pack as a permanent warrior, or, if they'd rather, leave and create a life for themselves. "Alpha Drift and I have been considering this for quite awhile, ever since Tempest left. And with our pack numbers so large, there's little need to worry about running out of Packmates, so future generations from our group might as well have a chance to spread WinterPack's bloodline well outside of its borders, and even start Packs of their own. Hopefully this new custom will help maintain some emotional peace for any youngsters who don't feel like they belong, by allowing them the chance to find a suitable purpose for themselves."
Most of my wolves listened to the announcement with astonishment and curiosity, and soon a few murmurs of approval could be heard among the crowd. Manaba's ears seemed to perk up a bit, while Gale's ears flattened with dismay at the thought of leaving behind the wolves who had raised and trained him when his mother couldn't provide enough protection. Are the Alphas announcing this now because they think I might leave? He wondered.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 26, 2017 14:13:22 GMT -5
Drift nodded and looked around. "Every trainee from now on will have this option, but they are always allowed to stay here." He woofed.
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Post by ~Ƈαммι-`ღ´- on Mar 26, 2017 14:24:19 GMT -5
As the slight noise from the reaction died down, Kimi took a deep breath. "Now with that said, we have a warrior to promote. "Gale, come forward please."
Forcing his ears to perk up, Gale took a deep, quiet breath as he rose to his paws, padding slowly forward with his head dipped in submissive respect.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 26, 2017 16:45:27 GMT -5
Drift and the others watched as Gale stepped up, all eyes happy and watching him.
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Post by ~Ƈαммι-`ღ´- on Mar 26, 2017 18:22:06 GMT -5
"Gale, things for you have, understandably, not been easy." Kimi began solemnly. "Never before have we taken in a pup whose mother could no longer protect you but still lived close to our territory. I know though, that if Ember were here in camp today, she would be as proud of you as every one of your Packmates combined. I'm very sorry we couldn't arrange for her to visit at this time due to recent complications." Noting the young male's saddening expression, she continued, "But you have grown into a strong-hearted young wolf that everyone has come to accept. You may not have the most muscle or brains, but you have a heart overflowing with love and compassion for your fellow wolves - and that is just as important when it comes to running with WinterPack." Forcing her ears to stay pricked, she added, "Now the question is, do you choose to stay with us or go your own way?"
Gale had stood quietly as Kimi delivered the speech, swallowing as if to suppress emotional whimpers. As soon as the Alpha female had finished with the question, he almost instantly opened his jaws to speak. "I choose to stay." He woofed, managing to keep his voice steady as it rang out clearly through camp. "I have real kin and friends here who've supported me no matter what, and I know I'll see my mom again." Slowly lifting his head a little, he woofed, "This is my home."
Several wolves in the crowd whined or woofed with gratitude and approval, while Fern gazed proudly over at her grandson, soon closing her eyes with a deep sigh of relief.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 26, 2017 18:45:02 GMT -5
Hiyani Lernout an audible sigh of relief and watched as most other wolves all nodded in agreement with Gale's decision.
Drift smiled and let his mate do the talking, knowing she liked doing this.
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Post by ~Ƈαммι-`ღ´- on Mar 26, 2017 19:25:12 GMT -5
Kimi nodded, letting out a soft breath of relief. "Then, Gale, do you promise to uphold our customs with undying loyalty, and serve this Pack with your life?"
Gale let his head lift higher as he nodded in response, his voice still ringing out clearly. "I do."
Kimi blinked and gave a small, acceptant nod. "Then by the right bestowed onto me by SpiritPack, I declare you a full-fledged warrior of WinterPack. Your courage and compassion are well appreciated by your Packmates and your ancestors, and I have great faith that you will continue to serve us as best as you can."
Gale dipped his head again in acknowledgment, his gaze lifting towards the top of the boulder where Drift stood.
(Me: *waits for you-know-who to start the chanting* cx Ahanu: *charges in* VOLDEMORT WHERE!? Blaze: *grabs a random bloody katana* HARRY POTTAH Me: AHANU CHILL, I MEANT HIYANI. AND BLAZE WHERE THE DARKPACK DID YOU GET THAT O.O' Blaze: ...Idk Skyrim?)
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Post by Deleted on Mar 26, 2017 19:34:48 GMT -5
Hiyani instantly stood up and began chanting, "Gale! Gale!"
Drift hopped down from the Boulder and padded up to his former trainee and smiled broadly, gently nosing his shoulder. "My little trainee, all grown up. You're going to be a great warrior and j know you will make this pack better than ever." He woofed.
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Post by ~Ƈαммι-`ღ´- on Mar 26, 2017 21:45:07 GMT -5
Fern, Sky, and Halvor soon joined in, along with the rest of my wolves. Even Manaba forced herself to finally perk up and make an effort to bark her congratulations. Gale blinked a couple times, his head still slightly ducked. "I'll do my best, Alpha." He promised, letting his ears perk up. ( mike, trainee ceremony up next!)
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Post by Deleted on Mar 27, 2017 10:28:40 GMT -5
( I'm waiting. )
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Post by Deleted on Mar 27, 2017 16:51:19 GMT -5
Sup))
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Post by ~Ƈαммι-`ღ´- on Mar 27, 2017 18:57:59 GMT -5
Fern, Sky, and Halvor soon joined in, along with the rest of my wolves. Even Manaba forced herself to finally perk up and make an effort to bark her congratulations. Gale blinked a couple times, his head still slightly ducked. "I'll do my best, Alpha." He promised, letting his ears perk up. ( mike , trainee ceremony up next!) (@tobster100)
Kimi padded over with a wag of her tail, brushing against Drift's side as she spoke to Gale. "Remember that you'll be on your first nighttime guard duty tonight as vigil. Now you may rejoin the crowd." Dipping his head in acknowledgement, Gale turned and padded back to the crowd, receiving a few quiet woofs of congratulations as he headed over to Blaze and Manaba, figuring it would be a good idea to sit with them and catch up with Blaze and his sisters after the ceremony, since the litter had been his denmates for about half of his training.
Kohana, still sitting at the front of the crowd with his family, swished his tail on the cave floor and glanced forward at the Alphas, looking almost as eager as Halvor, who was sitting beside him, now notably half his father's size.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 27, 2017 19:12:50 GMT -5
Hiyani moved to congratulate Gale, but when he walked right past her her ears flattened and she turned away and sulked off by herself.
Many of my wolves congratulated Gale and gave him bumps to the shoulders in congrats.
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Post by ~Ƈαммι-`ღ´- on Mar 27, 2017 19:24:24 GMT -5
Kimi woofed to get the Pack's attention again as soon as she noticed Gale was seated. "And now, it's time for three growing pups to be welcomed into the trainees' den - Kohana and Freya's litter. Halvor, Loki, and Skadi, please come forward." ( mike)
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Post by Deleted on Mar 27, 2017 19:31:26 GMT -5
Drift and the others settled down, and none seemed to notice a small tail vanishing into the trainee den.
Hiyani trotted back to her best and curled up, burying her muzzle under all the fur she could and silent tears began to roll from her eyes. He didn't even notice me trying to congratulate him.... We've been friends since puphood and he didn't even NOTICE ME. She thought bitterly as she began to shake with anger, disappointment, and renewed conviction.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 27, 2017 19:44:20 GMT -5
Loki eagerly trotted forward. The messy fured pup was obviously excited that they would becoming trainees.
Freya had to nudge a hesitant Skadi to go join her brothers in front of everyone.
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Post by ~Ƈαммι-`ღ´- on Mar 27, 2017 20:06:09 GMT -5
(Sorry Tob, I was trying to focus on moving things forward. Please keep in mind though that Hiyani's whining will not encourage Gale to stay in touch with her >.<')
Halvor got to his paws and trotted forward with his siblings, his tail wagging happily and tongue lolling as he stopped in front of the Alphas. He was clearly excited enough to have forgotten to keep his posture dignified.
(Ness quick, what current on-duty warriors not training anyone yet would Breeze be most likely to hang out with and what kind of mentor should Skadi have? OuO')
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Post by Deleted on Mar 27, 2017 20:31:30 GMT -5
((I know, and now she's going to push all her feelings aside and basically train as hard as she possibly could and such, so that once Gale comes around she'll be like "nah" and it'll take him work))
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Post by ~Ƈαммι-`ღ´- on Mar 27, 2017 20:50:18 GMT -5
(Welp, that ship's cancelled then. XD mike C'mon we don't have all week, I've got my first freaking prom on Saturday with theater class! ;u; )
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Post by Deleted on Mar 27, 2017 20:53:41 GMT -5
((Lol yeah right Ivy. Plus he'll easily break through to her, but it'll at least be kinda dramatic and ironic when it happens, esoecially after all the affection she tried to muster for him. It'll make for some good roleplay))
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Post by ~Ƈαммι-`ღ´- on Mar 27, 2017 21:00:17 GMT -5
(That's the thing tho, Gale's not one to make a big deal out of things like that )
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Post by Deleted on Mar 27, 2017 21:05:53 GMT -5
Well we will see. If he truly wants her he'll find a way. Plus I just need a charrie wth which to vent my inner bottled-up emotion... By having a charrie who bottles up her emotions. I know it sounds counterintuitive but it works. Can we just skip or something?))
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Post by ~Ƈαммι-`ღ´- on Mar 27, 2017 21:15:56 GMT -5
(Me: Dude, I totally understand that. I've got a lot of charries who bottle up their feelings. Gale's sort of one of them, feeling the need to stay strong for his remaining family's sake, poor Koto's grief is converted into despondency instead of having him bawl or lash out, Manaba lowkey feels underappreciated and it's gonna get worse now that her two stronger siblings are getting mates and pups and at this rate Manaba's #foreveralone... ;~; As for skipping, I guess we could tomorrow? Or if Ness replies to my questions soon. I have Ahanu chosen to mentor Loki and a default set for Halvor, but since my phone couldn't be fixed idk for Skadi and I'd like to give mike a chance to give input on that. Once she answers we can skip. Kohana: ...*raises paw* I still have an idea for future training events, may I voice them in parentheses?)
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Post by Deleted on Mar 27, 2017 21:19:16 GMT -5
((Sure Kohana))
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Post by Deleted on Mar 27, 2017 21:30:50 GMT -5
( Skadi would be fine with whoever. And Breeze hangs out with her siblings and single or younger warriors. )
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