11/25/2025, 5:12 AM
The stranger offered her a bow. While it might seem excessive to some, Aurelia was a stickler for formalities and appreciated the gesture for what it conveyed - he had manners. She would return the bow, albeit a little shallower; he was the outlier, after all.
She listened with razor-sharp focus as he listed off his personal skill set, assets she deemed more than adequate to join their ranks. The man was built strong, and with the world in turmoil around them, it would be unwise to turn away capable paws and fangs. It was anyone's guess how bad things may progress.
She paused, observing his features.
Aurelia slowly began to circle him, sizing him up more thoroughly. She would outline the various roles available to him as she did; explaining the Arbiters and Menders of the Wisdom branch; the Adventurers and Guardians of Courage; the Stalwarts and Huntsmen of Power.
She listened with razor-sharp focus as he listed off his personal skill set, assets she deemed more than adequate to join their ranks. The man was built strong, and with the world in turmoil around them, it would be unwise to turn away capable paws and fangs. It was anyone's guess how bad things may progress.
We could use more warriors to safeguard our claim,she said tacitly, although there was intrigue to her tone.
But we place initiates where they feel best suited. Choose any path you wish, and we will work to hone your skills further.
She paused, observing his features.
Dawnbreak does not have set leadership; twice a year, all ranked members of the pack come together to vote for our next heads of Wisdom, Courage, and Power.
Aurelia slowly began to circle him, sizing him up more thoroughly. She would outline the various roles available to him as she did; explaining the Arbiters and Menders of the Wisdom branch; the Adventurers and Guardians of Courage; the Stalwarts and Huntsmen of Power.
You seem able and willing. That is good,she continued.
You may enter the Vale under Dawnbreak's name. What role will you choose to serve the collective? We are all equals, here, and every act should be for the benefit of all. We take care of our own.
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