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Post by Baneth on Aug 17, 2014 3:53:23 GMT
Last Ate: Day 8 Health: 72/72
Adeleke had gotten a firm grasp on Baneth, and the mother let out a laugh. "Alright alright, Adeleke. You can hold onto me," she chuckled, pulling the cub into a more comfortable place on her back. Ambokile was most likely getting a ride with Khalfani, and Baneth then noticed Khal's attempts at interacting with the cubs. As unfortunate as it was, Khalfani had practically no connection with his son.
"Khal, relax a bit, dear. Try not to be so tense," she murmured. Turning to Tau and Alibaster, she nodded. Astennu had been given a lift by Tau, and Baneth grinned. The two were so close! "Ready, kids?" she asked, looking to all of her children, Khalfani included.
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Astennu
Junior Member
Posts: 52
Species: Lipard
Age: Adolescent
Faction: Solitary
Rank: None
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Post by Astennu on Aug 17, 2014 3:55:40 GMT
Last Ate: Day 8 Health: 20/20
Astennu squeaked as his father lifted him onto his back, the tiny cub's legs hanging below him. "Weeeee!" he giggled, hugging his father's mane as Tau released him. Astennu looked around excitedly, wondering what was going on. "Where we goin', Daddy?" he asked, curling himself into Tau's mane.
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Post by Alibaster on Aug 17, 2014 3:56:00 GMT
Health: 75/75 Last Ate: Day 8
Alibaster grinned down at Sollux. It appeared the cub had warmed up a bit, at least. For a moment he felt bad for the kid's father, sympathizing. His own son, Anan, hardly spoke to him. But it appeared the young male would be carrying one of the lipard cubs, so he pushed the guilt away.
"Sure thing kiddo, hop on," he leaned down, stretching out a leg for the odd colored cub to climb up.
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Post by Khalfani on Aug 17, 2014 4:00:39 GMT
Health: 64/69 Last Ate: Day 8
Khalfani felt his heart break when Solluxander completely ignored him and went straight to Alibaster, and though he tried to smile at Ambokile, it was half-hearted. He heard Nuru's words, but in his sadness he couldn't really comprehend them, so he just nodded dumbly, glancing at his mother from the back of his eye. Tense? He wasn't tense! Just... insanely nervous and not knowing what to do. Sighing, he nodded before looking to his mate again, though he couldn't help but wonder if she even considered herself his mate now. It seemed his son preferred this other male as a father. "Alright. I'll stay by you." Sighing, he walked toward the water, deciding he might as well be the first to go in, and he started paddling. He just hoped he wouldn't make a fool out of himself, in front of his mother, mate, siblings, and son. Not to mention this strange male who was taking his son away before he had even really had a chance to be a father.
LX7JOFoP (1 + 5 = 6. YOU SUCK.)
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Post by Tau on Aug 17, 2014 4:03:39 GMT
Health: 59/60 Last Ate: Day 7
Tau chuckled at his son, moving toward the water. "We're going to Clapperclaw lands. We're going to find a new, better home. But hold on tight, okay?" He turned his head to give Astennu one last nuzzle, before wading into the water. He wasn't used to swimming with somebody else on his back, so he was extra careful, but he still wasn't the best swimmer. He hoped he made it through alright.
C37g7jKH (10 + 2 = 12 to swim. GOD DAMN.)
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Post by Baneth on Aug 17, 2014 4:10:06 GMT
Last Ate: Day 8 Health; 72/72
Seeing the others head into the water, Baneth gave Adeleke a quick nuzzle. "Everything will be okay, Adeleke, so don't get scared," she murmured. Baneth turned to the water, walking in carefully before pushing herself into the water.
HvJmFG8c[To swim: 10 + 5 = 15 HOT DAMN.]
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Post by Khalfani on Aug 17, 2014 4:14:22 GMT
Health: 64/69 Last Ate: Day 8
Well that was a rough start. So caught up in his depressed, Khalfani hadn't put quite enough effort into his swimming, and his skin burned beneath his fur. Embarrassing. "Uhh, sorry, Ambokile. Wasn't paying attention." Nervous now, he put more effort into swimming, pumping his legs, but his eyes kept going back toward Solluxander on Alibaster's back. What was wrong with Khalfani? Why didn't his own son take any interest in him?
Shaking his head, he tried to focus on swimming.
r|r5LQ6l (10 + 5 = 15 to swim. Much better!)
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Post by Tau on Aug 17, 2014 4:16:59 GMT
Health: 59/60 Last Ate: Day 7
It had been a great start for Tau! He grinned proudly, happy that he was looking good in front of his children. He just hoped it lasted.
gpc1o|er (5 + 2 = 7 to swim. Success!)
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Post by Baneth on Aug 17, 2014 4:24:17 GMT
Last Ate: Day 8 Health: 72/72
Having covered more distance than the others on her first attempt, Baneth grinned proudly. "See, Adeleke? Nothing to be worried about!" she purred, continuing her swim.
vNeqgWVv[To swim: 8 + 5 = 13 SUCCESS!]
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Adeleke
Junior Member
Daughter of Baneth and Tau
Posts: 79
Species: Lipard
Age: Adolescent
Faction: Solitary
Rank: None
Attribute: Protected
Flaw: Soothing
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Post by Adeleke on Aug 17, 2014 4:28:43 GMT
Health: 20/20 Last Ate: Day 9
Adeleke was extremely nervous as her mother went into the water, and she looked over her shoulder, back at their den. Would they ever come back? But this was their home! They had to come back! But no, Mommy and Daddy said they were going to find a new home. Sighing, Adeleke turned back and dug her nose into her mother's fur. When she felt water hit her feet she squeaked and pulled her hind legs up, staring down at the water with wide eyes. But then her mother spoke and she nodded a little, though she was still nervous. "I guess. It's really scary, though! I don't think I'll ever want to swim."
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Post by Ashur on Aug 17, 2014 16:00:04 GMT
Health: 85/85 Last Ate: Day 8
Ashur swam up to the Camp, crawling up onto the opposite side of the island, panting from the heat and humidity. "There. We're here." He laid down so that Ammit could easily get off of his back and rested his head on his paws. Normally he wouldn't be this exhausted. It was tiring, sure, but the heat was really taking its toll on him. It had definitely been a good idea to stop to rest. Hopefully he wouldn't catch the scent of the other animals just on the other side of the island...
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Post by Ammit on Aug 17, 2014 16:38:55 GMT
Last Ate: Day 8 Health: 67/67
They had reached the Camp, Ashur lying down and Ammit crawling off of his back. She was thankful for his gesture, even though she was fairly certain she could have made the journey on her own paws. The lioness knew Ashur had to be exhausted, the heat was visibly taking a toll on him. His body sagged from her point of view, the king looking less like a king and more like a dying challenger.
Ammit took a spot next to Ashur, sitting next to him and keeping herself alert. While Ashur rested, she would keep watch until they were ready to move again. "Are you gonna be alright?" she asked, concern sprinkled in her voice.
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Post by Ashur on Aug 17, 2014 17:48:21 GMT
Health: 85/85 Last Ate: Day 8
Ashur grunted in annoyance at Ammit, lifting his head. "I'm fine." He was tired and overheated, but he was fine. Swimming and a little heat wasn't about to bring this king down. Sighing, he stood up, looking away. The air was heavy, but the swampy scent blocked out most other scents, and he groaned. Well, not like he expected anyone to be here anyway. Still, while they were there, it might be worth checking out. "Perhaps I should do a quick round around Camp."
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Post by Ammit on Aug 17, 2014 18:22:49 GMT
Last Ate: Day 8 Health: 67/67
Ammit flinched back a bit at Ashur's grunt, knowing he must be getting irritated by her. She couldn't help but be concerned, what with his mane not cooperating with the sudden heatwave they had been experiencing. But, she figured it would be best to try and hide her concerns for now, but if something were to happen, she'd jump to his side and make sure he was alright.
"Would you like me to come? If not, I could do a quick patrol along the borders of the Crossroads," she offered, curiously awaiting his commands.
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Post by Ashur on Aug 17, 2014 18:26:30 GMT
Health: 85/85 Last Ate: Day 8
Ashur shook his head at her. "No. You'll stay with me." After all, his number one rule in the pride was that nobody may ever go alone. Most enemies had been dealt with, but you never know when somebody might be hiding in the bushes. At that note, Ashur might have preferred bringing another along on this trip, considering Ammit was pregnant and all, but oh well. This was still technically their territory, and hopefully most animals knew that, and respected that fact. "Come on. We'll just walk along the shore. Stay alert."
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