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Erionda smirked as she watched the Dragon crumble away. No Kiandri had survived an encounter with her. Stepping forward she scooped up her own orb. Her eyes flicking towards the familiar Ysali Drakein she knew well. Then towards the Orderite. Grateful it had finally fallen silent. Placing the Kiandri orb in the bag on her waist Erionda paused as Kioda asked to trade. Tilting her head with a smile Rio couldn't help but laugh. It was predictable. She had broken into her house for those very items. It was a wonder the Ysali hadn't attempted to steal the first six and made off with them.

Flicking her hair over her shoulder Erionda clicked her heals. Reaching to exchange the orb only to be beaten to the punch by the smaller feathered one. Raising an eyebrow in interest Rio watched for a moment before growing bored. The full blooded races were all the same. Ignorant. It was a good thing that her skin appeared no different than a normal Dovaa's. That her eyes were that of a Dovaa. They could easily be confused for a mistake, or accident during her clan choosing. As for her hair, that was easily explainable as well. Dovaa had a way of dying their hair. Though it wasn't common place it certainly happened. It left her looking, moving, acting as if she were a pure Dovaa. So why was this Oblivionite acting like he had something up his rear that he couldn't remove? Normally both sides were eager to win over the trust of a Dovaa. It wasn't like she was visibly a hybrid in any way. She hadn't shown her wings or pulled out her sword. She had only used her magic. She couldn't help but be grateful she was only a quarter Orderite.

Rolling her eyes Erionda proceeded to the next room. Perhaps his personality was just built that way. Uassae trotted up beside her as they entered the next room. A pressure settled on them the moment they entered. Almost as if the room itself were full of a thick jelly that made it hard to move.

"What the -" Erionda began her head turning slowly from side to side. "Uassae do you feel this?"

She paused as he answered her mentally. I think we triggered something. I haven't felt a spell like this before.

"It wasn't here the last time we were. I would have felt it. Kilian would have felt it. Even Amadia." Erionda spoke. The sound of lightning sizzling drew her attention to an approaching Kiandri. "Well now. I bet, even with our slight impairment it wont stand a chance. Shall we?" Erionda finished with a smirk.

"Pay no mind Rio. She just miss Kilian." Lanzecki began as he stood beside Kioda. Watching the strange new pair with interest. Would this one make a good friend? Could he play tag with this one just as easily? Cooing as he watched the feathered one approach with an orb the Ayrala wiggled his rump playfully. Lowing his withers in a play bow meant to show fun.

"Darke speech."
"Mae speech."

Darke found himself amused by the green female's antics, and he playfully butted her back, before he picked up the offered Kiandri Orb and returned to place it in Mae's palm. The little Orderite boy smiled fondly at him, giving his an affectionate rub on the head. At least the other Drakeins were being friendly toward him... He was just a young Keindred, after all, so there was no reason for them to be harsh to Darke, even if they were to Mae. Patting his companion's neck, Mae sent him off to play with the grey Keindred that seemed interested in them. With a bounce and a chirp, Darke whirled around to pounce playfully on the other Keindred, knocking the two of them into the next cave.

Mae blinked as he followed after them. The young Drakein had said 'Rio.' That must be the girl's name. He trotted after her into the next room, surprised to find that his body wasn't responsive as quickly as he would've liked. It was probably the first time he'd ever had some kind of spell used on him. Yes, he'd fought with Drakeins and their magic before, but he'd never had something directly affect him like this. The first thing he felt was alarm. What if it was that girl's doing? But as his sharp gaze landed fearfully on her, he couldn't help but noticed she was caught by the same affliction. "What is this?" The boy questioned quietly.

Darke chirped and shook his head, pulling away from the tussle with the other Keindred to make his way slowly to Mae's side. It seemed bad for the both of them. Especially if the emerging Kiandri was not under the same curse. Lightning was pretty quick, after all...

Kioda felt the spell lift. And couldn't have been happier about it. Prancing forward she grabbed up the other orb from the ground just as Rio reached for hers. With a twinkle in her eyes, Kioda moved towards the new pair. They had traded her one of the Ysali orbs previously. And she knew they had two on them. Would they be willing to trade another one with her?

Placing the orb before them patiently Kioda's tail curled up against her. "Willing to trade again? I know you contain yet another Ysali orb." Her voice resonated with a purr as she spoke. Every Ysali orb she could get her hands on was well worth all the effort. She remained mindful of Lanzecki's antics. Always the dramatic sort. It was a wonder Erionda was able to tolerate the little one for so long. She herself would have put him in his place long ago. But this wasn't her kin. It wasn't her offspring. Nor was he part of her family. So even if she wanted to, even if she tried. There would be no use. Lanzecki only listened to Erionda.

"Yeah, and I'm Erionda. You have no need to repeat yourself. And so rudely." Erionda growled her eyes flashing to the next cavern. Eyes paused on the puddles on the floor. She remembered this upcoming room. If this was something had caused her and Kilian's Drakeins to shake in fear. Erionda bit her lip nervously. If this was something that happened whenever they entered the room, then it was smart of Kioda to travel with her through these caves. What if they effected wild Drakein as much as the bonded ones? It was also a signal that they were almost halfway done. If not already that far along. She watched Kioda. Trading once again. Erionda held back. She would wait for Diabi or Aeduan orbs to drop. Then she would trade those for the Ysali orbs Kioda desired. Diabi were far more valuable to her than the common Ysali ones. And the more she had of the Diabi the better for her and Kilian. Walking on she ran past anyone in front of her. She had to make sure the other room would not cause the same trouble as it had the last time.

Lanzecki's wings burst open in excitement. This was a game he knew well! The frost breath was the start of his wings beating. Feet began to hit the ground in a strange pattern. Creating a musical rhythm of sound. At the end his tail hit the ground. His muzzle moved towards Darke's feet. His nostrils flared as he sniffed for the precious treat. His wings falling to the ground limply, like a loose quilt. A long low pitched whine was amplified by the cave. How could this be!? He had no treat to offer him! Collapsing on the ground Lanzecki flopped about like a fish out of the water. How Cruel! To start a game without plans to finish. He howled while his claws racked the ground.

Erionda tore into the room. A Kiandri slept in the middle of the room. Not waisting time Erionda lept onto its back. Racing along its spine until she plopped down on its shoulders. "Killing you in your sleep is an unkind and yet merciful thing. WAKE UP!" Erionda yelled slapping the dragon on either side of its neck. Ice forming like a necklace around the Kiandri's neck. The dragons painful scream matched with Lanzecki's with timing.

Leaping from the Dragon in a panic for her companion Erionda moved back towards the entrance. She needed to check on the small grey Keinling. She could tell the angry dragon was in pursuit. Glaring back with rage Erionda stomped on the ground. A trail of ice froze a path towards the dragon. Stopping in a pool of water. A large spike of ice formed from the pool, the sharp point sparkled before imbedding itself in the dragons hide.

Huffing Erionda mentally reached out to Lanzecki as she moved back towards him. Pausing when the two small Drakein came into view. She ground her teeth together as Uassae explained the situation. Smoothing her fingers through her hair Erionda sighed. Lanzecki was only playing about. Just as dramatically as always. Closing her eyes she turned to move towards the next room.

"Darke speech."
"Mae speech."

Mae could only shake his head as Erionda, as she was called, charged ahead into the next room. The Orderite followed at a more sedated pace, keeping step with the green Drakein he'd been trading with. He blinked and stared curiously at her as she mentioned 'the Dovaa.' Did she think he was stupid? Mae might not be the greatest warrior (yet), or the most people-friendly, but he was certainly book-smart. Plus, having Darke around was an added bonus. Even though the Keindred was more focused on his Drakein counterparts, every now and then, Mae would catch a picture through the bond of something familiar... Some kind of familiar scent whenever his gaze happened to fall upon the girl. "She's no Dovaa." Mae replied. "At least, not entirely. Darke recognizes the scent of Orderite, and she's got it." Faint as it was. He hadn't specifically said so to Mae, but he didn't have to. The boy understood the strange images he received well enough.

Darke leaped back in surprise as his new grey friend wailed in disappointment. For some reason, the young Alikein instantly felt guilt. He hadn't done anything to the other Keindred, but would that girl know that...? What if she came after him for hurting her friend...? Tucking low against the ground, Darke slunk away from Lanzecki with his tail between his legs, bustling once again to Mae's side before he could be caught with the other Keindred. But as the orbs dropped from the latest kill, the sky-colored youngling bounded over to retrieve an orb for his Bonded. He plucked it up in his muzzle then turned to hurry back to his companion's side. But not before his soft, feathered tail could brush Erionda's arm in quiet thanks.

He jumped back to Mae, dropping the new treasure into the boy's open palm then giving him a playful headbutt right in the gut. Standing straight up on all fours, the Keindred's head came right up to the Orderite's shoulder, so even an affectionate nuzzle was enough to knock him over. Mae squeaked in surprise as he flopped backward, then laughed softly as Darke's nose blew through his hair, sending a chill down his back. In all fairness, Mae was just a child after all. Even the playfulness of a young Keindred could still make him smile. Getting to his feet with a little help from Darke, Mae nodded. "Let's go." He told his companion before charging into the next room.

Kioda remained silent. Either the smaller one had super senses or Erionda had been around Orderites recently. She herself could pick out the smell of Orderites but she was certain Erionda didn't contain it. And if she did it was heavily masked by the smell of her Oblivionite Mate. Moving forward Kioda paused as they entered the next room. There stood a magnificent beast. The red glow turned the blue of the glowing mushrooms a sort of purple. It was a wonder people didn't get lost in the beauty of the caverns and fall prey to the dragons within.

The dragon roared at Erionda's attacks. It was clearly getting angry. Slamming her tail on the ground Kioda burst forward. Her claws extending as she slashed deep gashes into the dragons flesh.

Stuffing the orb away into the hastars bag Erionda was grateful for the silence that finally seemed to fall among the group. It wasn't that she didn't like chatter, she just didn't feel the need to talk to the young Orderite that had joined. He may have offered his name but in no way had offered anything else helpful.

Taking the lead rope on her beast Erionda began to push towards the room. She was glad the fungus lit the way. She hadn't brought a torch with her yet again this time. Last time she had the help of Amadia, Kilians Drakein to light the way. Her eyes flicked towards Uassae. Could he light the caverns if it really came down to it? He was an Aeduan after all.

Entering the next cave Erionda glanced at all four Drakein. Kioda sure bore the scars of battle. Uassae and Lanzecki's hides were nearly pristine. She wondered if Drake's even showed scars under the feathers. She shrugged at the thought but continued into the next cavern. Keeping the Hastar close as they moved.

The roar of another dragon reached her ears. Scanning the floor she couldn't see it in the usual hiding spot. Irritated Erionda finally pushed her eyes towards the roof of the cavern. Cursing under her breath Erionda pushed her magic outward. This was going to be interesting. Perhaps a more intelligent fight would come out of this one.