OOC: AW but for Naexi


The world he woke up to was brilliant yet blinding. The sun cascaded its rays upon the land in beautiful hues of golds, oranges and reds. Then slowly shifted to lighter tones of yellows that were easier on the eyes. Daisuke didn't know where he was, but it was still beautiful all the same. There was only one problem: the lack of memory. All he had was his name, perhaps some faint images of faces that he gets the feeling might have been family at one point.

The feeling of some kind of loss hit him for a moment, though not long enough for him to feel any kind of trauma. Fluttering his eyes a bit to adjust to the light, Daisuke slowly rose to his paws and began to make his way outside. What a strange place this was! All around him, structures of different sizes and material stood in the long grasses. Meanwhile different animals grazed upon the valley without a single care in the world.

One or two of them gave him an awkward glance, but then went straight back to eating their morning meal. Guess they didn't see wolves very often. Food for thought if he later decided to prey on the helpless creatures. For now, it was time to explore. The bright eyed and bushy tailed wolf began his own private tour of the area, heading first in the direction of a little rolling knoll where he might get a better view of his new home.

Base Hunter: 1/5

A plump chicken scratched at the dirt, kicking up tracks and unearthing delicious seeds. It clucked obliviously as it pecked at a particularly plump one, unaware of the predator stalking it from the tall grass.

In spite of her creamy white fur standing out from the greenery, the bird remained perfectly unaware of Naexi’s presence. She had the favorable wind conditions and the chicken’s back to her to thank for that, allowing her to get close enough to pounce…

The rooster that watched over the flock noticed her and started squalling in alarm, but all too late. Naexi jumped out, the chicken letting out a shrill SQUAWK and attempting to fly away, but the huntress deftly leapt up to catch it from the air in a cloud of brown feathers. She collapsed back to the ground, but she had her prize, and began to carry it off to feast, only to pause at the flash of brilliant red in the corner of her eye.

Chicken still dangling limp from her jaws, she studied the area she thought she saw movement coming from with squinted eyes… But she saw nothing. Odd. She could’ve sworn she just saw someone.

Taking her food with her, she walked towards an obscuring hill, where she was sure she saw it. Rounding the side, she searched around, eyes scanning carefully…

Maybe it was that one woman, still skulking around. She didn’t blame her; this place was thriving with prey, the perfect place to settle.

But no, it was someone else.

Her eyes fell upon a form, a man standing in the midst of an empty field, curiously studying his surroundings. Naexi found herself oddly enraptured by the sight; there was something particularly whimsical and serene about this scene. Maybe it was the way the light silhouetted him like a spirit of flame, or the gentle expression on his face.

Realizing she was just standing there and staring, Naexi set her chicken down at her feet and called out, Hello?

You know the feeling right? Like eyes burning into the back of your head? Daisuke was getting that itch, that little tingling in his ears that someone close by was watching him. Green eyes scanned the area, but found nothing. How odd, he could have sworn there was someone there. He kept on going, staying on the hill for a moment longer, vaguely hearing the cry of a chicken in the distance.

Someone had caught themselves some breakfast. A good thing too, for others might come running for the banquet no doubt. Turning around to see the rest of the homestead, or at least what was left of it, was when he saw her. A brilliant show of blond and white that stood out against the green grass. There in her jaws, the chicken he head heard screeching before.

Her voice broke the long silence, calling out to him. Hello there! Good catch! Daisuke found himself smiling at her, unaware of anything going on beneath his subconscious mind. Mind if I join you? The ginger man awaited an answer, wondering if she would welcome him to her inner circle, or just try and run him off.

The man turned to her, and his eyes were so warm, his demeanor so welcoming, Naexi began unconsciously wagging her tail. Without hesitation or consideration towards the protocol of speaking to strangers, she picked up the chicken and approached him.

Uff coursh! she said around the chicken’s neck, only to remember it was rude to talk with her mouth full and drop the bird once more, Oh, like… Share the chicken, or hang out?

She giggled nervously, suddenly feeling very shy and awkward for some inexplicable reason. Something about this man made it hard for her to act like herself…

My name is Naexi, by the way, she said, giving him a smile that reached her eyes, Who might you be? Oh… I’m not intruding in someone’s territory, am I?

Honestly, that would be just her luck… Maybe this radiant man was the honey pot, and he lured her right in. For what? Who knows. She was getting into a ridiculous and unrealistic train of thought.

Daisuke drew a little closer, noting the way she was smiling at him. It made his heart to a little flutter, the kind that felt like butterflies as they flew about. He quickly shook it away, hoping that it was just a temporary thing. Oh no, keep the bird. You earned that. I can catch my own. Just wanted to share the pleasure of your company. The man was now within a comfortable distance from her, sitting down so that he may bask in her positive energy.

I'm Daisuke. Daisuke Yukimura. It's a pleasure. A smile of his own met hers, a happy wag of his tail thumped lightly on the ground. What is this place any way? Oh no! I don't think that's the case. At least I haven't seen anyone else around here. Just woke up and bam, new land. It was an awkward tale to tell, but hopefully she wouldn't think him a crazy fool.

Enjoy the pleasure of her company? Oh, what on earth is that feeling in her chest? It was fluttery and tight, like an excited bird trying to explode outwards. Preening at his compliments towards her hunting skills, she bit her lip to hold back a smile, and failed.

Oh… Well, thank you! she giggled airily, My parents were super insistent me and my siblings know how to be self sufficient, so… Hunting is my whole thing.

She finally realized her tail was wagging on its own, and sat down to make it less obvious, though it was hard to ignore the sound of the grass swishing so damn loudly, But yes! It’s lovely to meet you as well, Daisuke. Good to know I’m not intruding, either, not sure what I’d do if I angered the wrong folks… You’re actually the first friendly face I’ve run into out here, it’s refreshing!

When Daisuke revealed that he, too, had spontaneously appeared in this world, her eyes widening in delight at their camaraderie, SAME! Do you have any idea of how you got here? It’s like this place just… Appeared! And I don’t know anyone from here.

That’s not to say she didn’t have connections, of course. She had her sons, of that she had no doubt… And her past lover, there was him. But there was the most important person of all, the one she was most curious about…

I had… A family, of sorts. I think it must’ve been a found family, she explained, her ears solemnly drooping, But I… I’m having a hard time remembering them.

Daisuke took in her radiant energy, smiling as her tail thumped hard against the ground and swishing through the grass. She was a proud woman, confident and secure in herself. It was good to see. You are the first face I've seen of this place at all. I just woke up here, waking from a deep sleep and out of the darkness. I...I unfortunately can't remember anything. I'm so sorry. Daisuke tried to think back to before this place, a slight headache coming to his temple before vanishing just as quickly.

But I keep getting the feeling that there was someone important, that I too had a family once. But names and faces are just gone. Naexi seemed to have a lot in common with him, but he gave it no thought. Believing that it was just simply coincidence and nothing more. I'm sure that it will all come back eventually though, for the both of us. Ever the positive and gentle man, he tried really hard to believe in his own words. For her sake, he hoped that she believed them too.

Naexi’s ears wilted a little.

So the two of them were lost, both physically and within their own memories. It was quite distressing to feel like something important was missing but not being able to identify it, but at least she wasn’t alone…

She gazed at Daisuke warmly, giving an affirmative nod, Of course, of course, you’re right… I think it’s a good idea for us to take a step back.

Maybe having a clearer head would make the memories return in due time. Although… Maybe not as quickly as she might like. Something inside of her felt hot, like a voice was screaming internally. It was unclear, but it felt frantic. Desperate, clawing at her insides. A memory. Please, remember.

She sighed, letting the feeling go for now. The chicken still sat at her feet, untouched, so she stooped down, grabbing a thigh between her jaws and pressing her paw into its ribcage for leverage before plucking the limb off with a firm tug and a wet crunch.

Sure you’re not hungry? She asked, presenting the chicken’s succulent thigh in offering, I don’t mind sharing, really.

There was a faint moment of sadness, the slight lowering of his ears and loneliness in his eyes. Oh how terrible it was to not remember a single thing about his life before. Inside a voice felt like it was screaming at him, somehow trying to steer him in the right path. But nothing was coming to his mind, no trace of memories of what came before. So for now, he put it to rest. Instead Daisuke simply nodded, then looked to the chicken that she had torn asunder.

A leg was brought to him with kindness and generosity. Oh thank you. That is very kind. Forgive me, I just didn't want to be rude. You did earn that for yourself after all. Daisuke took it with great gratitude, biting into the leg and tearing meat from the bone. A good meal to have with good companionship. Looks like not all was bleak. No, she was a sign that there was still hope. He just had to hold on to it.