[EVENT] Dark Rumors (Closed!)

[Annchen]

Having grown up with a featheted "auntie" always present, Jabez liked the suggestion of using birds for messangers. He was more inclined to trust a bird than these lions at least... If their queen accepted them as some kind of allies he'd deal with it, but until he saw proof that they were going to be loyal he'd remain cautious.

"As long as they can make the flight without risking injury," he said, adding his voice to the jumble of opinions, "I think it is a very good idea. High altitude gives a big advantage."

He knew this better than most perhaps... Many of his youtful adventures had ended when Auntie Bird swooped down and ruined his fun.  

[Uta]

Nawiri'chiwa listened as others considered the use of avians. While she understood that the loss of one lion to the Firekin might not make or break the battle, she also understood that they were a band of warriors. While she didn't doubt their loyalty to a job well done, at the same rate, she couldn't entirely put trust that . . .when things looked their bleakest, that the Nergui might push through their forces, that one would risk his life to run back to their small, plagued pride. She did not yet know much of the Firekin, and while the loss of one immune member might mean the same to the Kitwana'antara, she also suspected the use of an avian might very well ease their concerns over the plague.

The red coated ones might not know the extent of the illness. Perhaps that was a good thing. They might not have taken the time to speak so cordially if they did know what suffered at the heart of their pride.

"We have many loyal avians that assist us in the Kitwana, and I'm sure a small flock of them might be of better use to our pride than losing an able body." Especially if the pride did decide to pick up and move, to migrate, to try to get further away from the Nergui. Birds could fly far and much more swiftly over land than any one of them on foot. "We would just need an idea of where it is you hail from, and how far a journey it might be." That way they could find and recruit the most reliable. As Jabez said, they wouldn't want to risk one too young or too old. . . or who might not have the stamina for such a trip.

Things seemed to be wrapping up, at least a bit. "We could always use the advice of more seasoned warriors, though that decision goes purely to our Master Warrior Mittere." Dipping her head low to the ground, Nawiri could tell that their conversation appeared to be coming to a close.

"I appreciate you sharing what you know of the Nergui. If you and your kin wish to rest or refresh, we have waters and hunting grounds that are untouched by lions, safe for visitors and guests." It was an offer she would have given anyone, up until the day the Nergui had appeared, but these red coated ones had yet to cause problems. Furthermore, a small part of Nawiri was certain they wouldn't accept such an offer. . . .not many did.

But the Kitwana'antara were a hospitable pride, and though they were sick, she did like to encourage such good tidings. "Is there anything else you may need. . .?" There was much for her to think about, much of her to discuss. If the Nergui were to come. . . .well. . . . at least they were better aware of what they were up against. They could try to plan for a worst-case scenario. Try being the key word and concern.


((Sorry, just feel like things are coming to a wrap. You can ignore me if you wish. . . xD ))  

[Mimsey]

[ That is fine! Will roll for prizes tomorrow then! ]

Veru bowed his head. "No, I believe as long as we're granted access to whatever ground the nergui were on, we'll be on our way. Should we learn anything that you might find useful, a sentinel will be sent over to you."

But as for the immediate preparedness... "Kiowaa," he singled out. She was a bit young, but having grown up in their pride's own medical ward he assumed she knew how to handle herself around sick lions. Also unlikely to lose her s**t, which was a good thing. He just hoped they didn't mind some wide eyed starring, since that seemed to be the only thing she had contributed as of late. "Remain behind for a few days, and advise them however they'd like. Maybe see what can be done about fortifications."

The young lionesses shrunk a bit into the pelt she wore, and nodded her head. Veru migh have put a bit more confidence into the medic's daughter than she did. "Of course...!" she said hastily. "I can explain the logistics of sending flyers to the motoujamii."

"Good," Veru nodded. Although he didn't seem to have particularly warmed up to the idea of avians being involved much at all. "The rest of you, lets see if we have any luck finding where that group went."

 

[Talencia]

Tara stood and began moving away, sensing that numbers were no longer needed, as well as the conclusion of negotiations. If anything else needed doing, should she be needed, she was certain she'd be called. As she paced away, though, her eyes fell on a couple of lions she was not familiar with. She'd grown up in the pride, and it wasn't so big that newcomers or strangers were easily overlooked. She peered closer, trying not to seem rude. Who were they? A younger male, and a grown female, both unfamiliar to her at all. Not even their markings looked at all familiar to her. Eventually though she merely shrugged and walked on. After all, if they were mingling with the pride members, that meant they had to have joined. No lion would be so foolish as to mix with those of Kitwana so casually unless they had chosen to become part of the pride. She'd have to see about meeting them sometime.

((I figured those gods needed a bit of noticing, and Tara needed one more post!))  

[Excited Apathy]

Nuria gave a short nod in acknowledgement of Veru's words. Before she turned, however, her eyes wandered back to the hybrid, the wild dog, and she frowned slightly. A strange pride, with strange members--she would not be altogether sure that they were neccessary under other circumstances, but the Nergui wanted them, and that made them essential. No matter how odd they might seem. Shaking her head with a softly muttered oath, she turned at last, ready to leave this place and get back to their task of pursuing the Nergui.  

[mouselet]

Avians were probably the best idea. Faster than even a cheetah, but every bit as intelligent as any larger species, their wings would allow them to fly messages in mere days, rather than the quarter or half moon it would take others. Not to mention Mittere had never once heard it mentioned that birds could be carriers of the disease and they certainly weren't subjected to it.

Some of the Firekin looked apprehensive at this suggestion, but even they couldn't deny its merits. She wondered at that. Did they have some sort of past history with birds? Was it merely prejudice? The pink lioness knew that avians were everywhere, and therefore the strangers had to have some living nearby if not right in their pride's lands. Vultures at the least, who would survive off abandoned kills.

She was startled when Nawiri threw the entire issue of war preparations between the two prides right into her lap. She supposed she should have been prepared for it, considering her recent promotion, but it was still far too new. Not to mention the fact that, as the Queen knew well, the lioness blunted her speech for nobody. Not always the best thing where diplomatic relationships were concerned.

Mittere looked to the lioness Veru had spoken to. A red one, as were most of these strangers, and she thought this one to be younger than many others. She took a few steps closer and spoke directly to Kiowaa.

"You and I should discuss the avians and several other points together," the scarred lioness told the stranger. Her tone deepened on the last few words. There were a few questions Mittere had about the Firekin, and she had every intention of getting answers from their...chosen representative.  

[wooga Paes]

Spaki was pleased everything had gone so smoothly. Even though the situation with the Ithambo'hlabathi had turned out just fine, he had to (mentally) say, the Kitwana'anatara had ended up being much simpler to deal with, with less tension. Despite the little problems at the beginning, where some of those among the firekin had seemed bothered by the presence of a hybrid.

As for the reactions to his suggestion, he merely nodded. They had made good points. He'd only thought perhaps the Kitwana may like one of their own being more involved. But in retrospect, the solution they had come up with was perfectly suitable. It seemed things were almost all ready up, and Moto'spaki sort of... couldn't wait to turn his back to this place. The lions in it seemed nice enough, and all, but it wasn't somewhere he wanted to be.  

[Mogami]

Dumaka nodded slowly as Nawiri spoke, his eyes travelling to Mittere by the end of the Queen’s speech. While he was not against birds in general as there were some that served the pride loyally, the young Guard was unsure on their suitability regarding such an important mission. It seemed some of the Firekin shared his reserves – if their reasons were similar, Dumaka could only guess – but the time to discuss such matters would surely come soon enough and he could hardly wait for the large lions to leave. It was a good thing this meeting seemed to be coming to an end, Dumaka considered silently, watching the interaction between Mittere and the Firekin who seemed to have been suddenly appointed to stay behind. He wondered if the red lioness was afraid of their disease and how she truly felt about her new assignment.

"All settled then?" he said curtly, stretching his muscles discreetly as he readied himslef to leave.  

[Kimaria]

Sensing that all was about to come to an end, Netravati pulled herself to her paws and glanced around at familiar faces. some seemed troubled, others less so, but the knowledge that one of the red knights were going to stay did brighten her spirits.

"Did you hear that, Dumaka? One is staying and the birds will help. Maybe the story of the Kitwana'antara and the Firekin will end well after all." For surely no one pride could beat the forces of many.

She gave Kiowaa a friendly 'hello' and bumped shoulders with Dumaka as she passed him, retreating back into the trees. She had some absent friends who would enjoy hearing the story of today's events. She just hoped the Firekin were not going to be too quick to leave. She had wished to trade stories with Ukuba before he left.  

[Mimsey]

Thank you all so much for participating! <33 Kitwana, thanks for having us! If you wish to continue rping, you certainly may.

We'll do prizes nooow! Here is the very brief overview:

- I will roll for page number, then post number.
- If the post falls on one of us [Mimsey, Kimaria, Uta]; the prize will go to the next person going down.
- The first person may have their choice of cubs! If you've or own either or the cub's siblings, however, we ask you default to the opposite cub.

[ If for some reason the randomizer hates me and it rolls on the last page, on a post that does not exist, I will reroll. ]

YOU MAY CHOOSE BETWEEN:



Kitwana boy \ Parents: Godlum x Veri \ Colorist: Ririka
Firekin girl \ Parents: Ea x Vlam \ Colorist: Ecavi

 

[Mimsey]

First page number!  

[Mimsey]

Post for page 2#...!

Talencia

First pick!

 

[Mimsey]

Second page number!  

[Mimsey]

Post for page 3#...!

Mogami

Second pick!

 

[Talencia]

I would like the Firekin gal, please.

::steps behind someone to do a mad dance of MYFIRSTFIREKINLINESOHYAYAYAYAY!::