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Along with the ship, Nami had also been looking at Ianthe in awe. She had never before seen an elder and hadn't realized how magnificent they were. When addressed, she stepped forward and instinctively gave a polite bow. "My name is Nami," she replied respectfully. "Forgive me for intruding on your lands. I came by these islands earlier today and decided to check out the area. When I caught the scent of other foxes, I proceeded onward to make sure that everyone was ok, for there seemed to have been a recent natural disaster of sorts."

Nami paused for a second, her blank white eyes glancing back up at the elder before continuing. "If it wouldn't be too much to ask, I would very much like to stay here. I have not a home and would be willing to help out in any way that I can. Also, I must say, the draw of the ocean all around is rather alluring to me." She quite talking for the time being, fearing that she had been too long winded.

((Of course you can go ahead and post, Arana^^.))

Ianthe had grown wary of strangers as of late, as many tried ot make their islands a hide out for rebels. It was not truly satisfying work to hunt down these rogues, and she had to make sure they weren't merely sending this girl out as a spy.

Knowing she wa sprobably just being paranoid, Ianthe relaxed slightly, but still needed more information. "Describe yourself in four words, young one," she said softly, trying to gain insight into the other's character. The tribe was not meant for those who were extremely joyful, but those who needed help to heal. It was why she had allowed Marina onto the Isles in the first place; she was not blind to the potential healing effect that the female would have, and look at Caspian He actually spoke to people now.

She smiled slightly at the thought; her Tribe had come a long way since they first started. But, it had not come without a price; Ianthe still could not find Nyx, her own mate. Where had the female ogne off to, and wth Kiy as well?

She shook the thought off, instinctively knowing the answer, and returned her attention fully to Nami. Mentally, Ianthe made note to ask the others about this newocmer, for they had run into her long before the Elder had.

((Serrin's gotten his tattoo! Yay! 4laugh ))

Serrin walked along the shore, his paws occasionally stumbling over unseen obstacles. He had recently started to grow very rapidly, and it was taking him a long time to get use to this bigger body. Not too long ago he had washed up on these islands, a small kit retching weakly on the shore with only the knowledge of how to read, write, and swim. Even so, he had managed to tough out an existence, if a small one. His memories of the time before the islands was rather vague, since he had still been very young, but he did remember a starry female fox, who he was pretty sure was his older sister. He was snapped out of his memories by the sight of something huge looming ahead, and what seemed to be a large gathering of foxes in front of it. His heart quickened, for even with all his time on the island he had not seen another fox. Increasing his pace slightly, he made his way towards them, hoping desperately he would be welcome in their midst.

((Just to let you know, Serrin would be considered to be sort of between a kit and an adult, even though he's an adult on his cert.))

"Yeah, I'm okay," Serrin replied. He realized she must be asking because of the recent storm. It had been particularly nasty one, but he had luckily been able to find shelter before the worst of it hit. Looking over at the others, he asked a bit hesitantly, "Would it be okay if... if I joined you and the others? Is....that okay?" Serrin didn't want to intrude, but he was also desperately lonely.

Marina blinked, rather confused because of all the new people.
"You will have to talk to Ianthe about that. She is still currently talking to our other visitor." She paused, suddenly wary about all the...wierd people, especially with her new little BCRs. "Wait here, please?"
With that, she bowed her head and padded over to Ianthe, murmuring, "Another new fox. And...Caspian and I have some news. But, we can talk later," She flicked her tail behind her and walked back to Caspian, wrapping her tail around his.

((Hey, Elf, could you try to use less emotes and Japanese in your posts? It's nothing bad, or anything, it's just a pet peeve I have.))

((-is having hysterics at Eva's sig- -rofl- ...Literally, in some people's cases....XDDDD))

Marina's tail uncurled from Caspian's, more a sign that she was nervous as well. Why were all these new foxes coming? A male and a female? Were they mates? But no, they seemed to not know each other at all.
"What is that tongue you speak, Foreigner?" Marina said, eyeing both of the newcomers.
It was true what Ianthe said, though in truth, Marina did have a serious side, somewhere. It was also true that these foxes, every single one, had been hurt before.
She glanced around at her tribe, her family, her heart breaking for each one in turn, even if she didn't know their personal afflictions. They were her family, that was that.
...A tinge of shadow on their soul...The Elder's words caused Marina to look deep inside herself, partially scared and partially ecstatic...Did she have shadow in her?
Yes, of course she did.

All this internal brooding, quiet thoughts, they all took place within the matter of five heartbeats. Something close to that mood had only happened once since she left her family's den on the mainland, and even then it was only for a second or two. It was when she and Caspian had been walking through the Forest. He, of course, had picked up on it immediately, then. Would he do so now?

((Whew...Aparantly Marina had a lot to say....o.o; ))

Serrin was surprised about the other fox's question about him staying permanently. He stepped forward gingerly, stopping each time he thought he might be unwelcome here, which was quite few. Finally, he slowly sat down, slightly outside the main circle of foxes. He felt rather tense and uneasy, for there were many suspicious eyes on him, and the atmosphere was far from friendly. Shifting from paw to paw slightly to prepare to run if need be, Serrin wondered if he should even have come. He had been kicked out of places before, whether by nature or foxes, usually when just trying to find a place to survive on his own. This had been going on ever since he had been separated from his sister, and he couldn't help but have the feeling it would happen again. With resignation to this feeling, he stopped shifting around, glumly awaiting his fate.

((For the sake of the Enigm Tribe's plot that involves Bateau, I'm going to fast forward time.

I apologize for the giant delay guys, but Eva's..Modi Muse, I suppose you could say, comes in fits and spurts, and I usually get through my PRPs and then feel drained.

BUT! I will -hopefully- be back more regularly these days.

I don't know when exactly I'm skipping to, because this plot isn't mine. So. Arana can tell you in her next post what time it is, and everyone can go from there. All I can say is that Nami and Serri are both official.))