KAI.
Hulking ebon frame dragged the large elk carcass with seemingly no effort at all; movements were almost graceful compared to what they could’ve been. Strength never faltered, though the distance wasn’t horribly far from Frozen River to the howling grounds. The scents and sounds had called to him, and so he brought food from the River with great honor and dignity. Aura almost commanded respect, though demeanor was kind in intentions, it was almost blatantly obvious that he was indeed one of the alphas of the Vale. Yes indeed, Kai, alpha of Frozen River had arrived. The final stretch was uplifting as he approached his final destination, jaws finally releasing the large elk’s flank. A great sigh heaved from his lungs as he turned to survey the other wolves that had already arrived. None were from his domain, and most seemed to be loners. Kai inwardly shrugged, checking to see if he recognized any. One particular she-wolf looked a lot like Haven, from what it looked like she was a daughter of Haven and Ransom. The dark hued alpha smiled, and it became apparent that he was one of the first alphas to arrive. And he had a feeling he was going to be one of the wolves that was here to make sure the place was kept under control, having a rank and being devoted to a pack left lots of room for responsibility...he was quite used to it by now. He could only hope that no one arrived with plans on causing trouble. “Hello everyone, I’m Kai, alpha of Frozen River...it’s nice to see so many wolves on such a wonderful autumn evening.”

LUNA.
The mixed hued femme from the darkest and most hated pack in the Vale arrived bearing the gifts from the Shores, several large oceanic fish from none other than the ocean itself. She had no idea whether or not her mate would show, simply because this meeting wasn’t meant to end up a brawl between the packs. Luna had no intentions of harming the others, though she wasn’t excited in the least to see her brother, Kai. She had no expectations for the meeting, simply as not to be disappointed, though she hardly expected to see any members of the Shores pack besides those she had brought herself, her son Ty and Silas. She was confident that the three of them could exercise enough self-control so as not to start a riot, and she’d come mainly to represent the pack as well as to bring their share of food. She thought she felt several eyes on her as she made her entrance, orbs glancing around in uncertainty as she halted and dropped the seafood she’d withheld within the unrelenting grip of her jaws, allowing them to plummet to the earth. Optics were immediately on her brother’s form, her form nearly radiating mistrust. Rather than smiling she allowed her lips to draw a line, unwilling to allow her actions to change the Shores reputation to one of help and kindness. No- Luna was here to represent Shadowed Shores, though she wouldn’t deceive their claim to fame. She wasn’t here to fight, but she wasn’t here to betray their origins and ruin the reputation they had worked hard to gain. “And I’m Luna, mate to Alter-Ego, and newly alphess of Shadowed Shores.”

ILLUMINATI aka TY.
Massive alabaster frame trailed behind his mother, carrying the rest of their offering to the rest of the Vale within his clenched jaws. He’d been unsure of whether or not to bring his daughter along, fearing that Csenge might arrive and would discover the truth. So instead he’d left the decision to his daughter, Yaviel, leaving her within the presence of Nyea to do as she chose. Mind was consumed by thoughts of Csenge, and of Luther, constantly wondering whether either would come to the event. And his son, he wondered whether he would show, though Ty had no intentions of revealing the truth. He was unable to completely degrade Csenge, in front of her mate and son- their son, Luther could imagine and fantasize whatever he wanted but all the evidence was there. The lies Csenge had told him could only go so far before they came crashing down, and even she didn’t know the whole truth anymore. Her brother, Khalid had nearly caught him in the act of stealing their daughter, and had apparently said nothing so far. Thoughts were interrupted as his mother drew to a halt and dropped the oceanic fish she’d brought, and Ty did the same, almost mimicking her movements before nervously scanning the others...finding no trace of Csenge, Luther or his son. Gaze returned to his mother, staying quiet as she introduced herself, her tones almost emotionless. They were to remain under strict neutrality, so as not to allow the views on the Shores to deteriorate and lose their infamy. His introduction was of much less importance.
“Name’s Ty.”

SILAS.
The dark-hued male kept his distance, trying his best not to be affiliated with the Shores. Kidnapped at a young age and forced to stay within the confinement of Shadowed Shores, Silas knew he would likely encounter his family here. Though he knew better than to turn a cold shoulder to the Shores so quickly without warning, and highly influenced personality threatened to break with sudden changes. He knew he couldn’t go home now, though he could at least bear witness to his family...and at least see how they were doing without him. Sil had missed them, of course, but he knew it wasn’t yet time to return. It would be impossible, he was too highly adapted to the Shores lifestyle to go home with his father, and he couldn’t risk having the Shores wage war with the River- not again. Silver and Zedekiah’s death had been enough of a price to pay, for Luna and Kai’s family blood feud would only resurrect itself and would lead to more casualties within his family tree. He wasn’t going to risk the lives of those that meant most to him, including his aunt, Luna and his father, Kai. He could only hope his father would understand why he couldn’t return this very instant, and hoped Kai could forgive him for remaining within the Shores ranks for so long. He was a lousy excuse for an heir, if he was even heir to the throne at all. When it came down to it, Aureole was indeed the better choice, or so he believed. Strides carried him to the small gathering, and he avoided standing close to Luna for fear of his father’s opinion. Sil’s voice almost a whisper. “Silas.”

BELIAL.
The brave young boy had ventured off on his own, ignorant of the dangers of being alone when he was still less than a year old. He was exceptionally large for his age, taking after his biological father, Ty. Though a curtain had been pulled before his eyes, and oblivious to it he believed that his father was none other than Luther. It was a common misconception, for no one knew the truth besides his mother, Csenge and uncle, Khalid. Though young, he wasn’t completely innocent, for at times he was very much bi polar. Occasionally he said things he didn’t mean, his volatility often resulting in hazardous situations that were the polar opposite of how his family acted, his family being Luther and Csenge. For now he was in a delightful childish mood, playfully slipping through the trees and bounding through windswept piles of leaves. Laughter bubbled from within, casually slipping into the afternoon air. It seemed incidental as he stumbled upon the small group of wolves, though he was almost ignorant of their presence as he darted toward the water. He felt bold...brave as he trudged through the shallow water, kicking and splashing with childlike playfulness, sending crystalline droplets everywhere. Quite oblivious to the manners he seemingly lacked, though it was forgivable...he was only a pup. Suddenly he became aware of the other wolves, and he smiled sheepishly as he looked to each one. Eyes paused on the large alabaster brute, and it was déjà vu. The brute was constantly in his dreams, along with a young alabaster female, which he didn’t know were actually his biological father and sister. “Uhh...hi? I’m Belial...”

NAKIR.
There was the distinct aroma of ladies, and Nakir couldn’t help approaching group of congregated wolves. He passed by Luna and Ty, dipping his maw respectively toward them before moving to a different location to survey the mistresses that had already arrived. Lustful desires were temporarily set aside, sadly sacrificed for being allowed to approach and join in the festivities. A charming smile formed on his maw, and though he knew he was under the watchful eye of Luna and the other alphas. He was omega of the Shores pack, for obvious reasons, and if they weren’t blatantly obvious enough he’d had sexual relations with the Shores heiress, Nyea. He’d almost felt betrayed when Ego threw a fit about him touching his daughter, as Nyea had never said anything about her rank. Despite the incident, being caught and nearly exiled from the pack, given the option he clearly would do it again. Nakir was naturally a womanizer, sometimes his actions were unforgivable to overprotective parents, but his habits would never change or cease to be. Compliments and pick-up lines hung on the tip of his tongue the moment he glanced at each and every female, but he knew better than to let them slip out and get chased away from the small assembly. Instead he simply made mental notes of the females so as to approach them some other day, winter and spring were fast approaching...in other words he would be claiming females out of season soon, to satisfy his own pleasures, and sometimes satisfying the female as well. “Good evening ladies and gentlemen, I’m Nakir, ‘tis a pleasure to meet you all.”

KODAK.
Having recently returned to the Vale after many months of isolation after losing track of the entrance, Kodak had returned. Unsure of his standings within the Sky Mountain pack as well as with the girl he’d once and still loved dearly, he did his best to tolerate with the distance he’d brought upon himself. He could only hope that Freya and Lenne could forgive him for his disappearance, and could accept that he wasn’t dead...and had never actually ceased to live in the first place. Kodak approached the miniature audience that had previously arrived to the get-together, and offered them a smile. Gaze searched for the elderly alphess, Freya, but he found himself giving a brief nod toward Kai instead, remembering the past when they had both resided in Mineral Mines. The figures within his field of vision were unfamiliar; one male’s scent withheld the scent of Sky Mountain. Perhaps a fellow pack mate, if he was still allowed to call the Mountain his home after his long absence. Kodak could only hope that no other guy’s had caught Lenne’s attention while he’d been gone, but it was his fault for leaving and would be his loss. The majority of the wolves seemed to be loners, though he sensed the presence of Frozen River, Sky Mountain, Great Gorge, Black Lake and...Shadowed Shores. Kodak glanced uneasily toward Luna, and what appeared to be her son, Ty. The only wolves he was familiar with were the alphas; apparently he’d been gone long enough. Vocals emitted a soft chuckle, figuring he may as well introduce himself as the others had done. “My name’s Kodak.”

MIA.
Technically she wasn’t supposed to be here, but so what? She’d bathed earlier this evening and had washed away all scents of the Shores and Alter-Ego. Rather she was here so as not to worry Vulcon, she wanted to tell him she was going to be away for a while and would be staying in Mineral Mines to relax, and maybe she’d find someone to settle down with. She could only hope she’d be convincing enough to convince him for a while, Mia didn’t want him to worry about her...since she was going to be living in the Shores for a while, or so it seemed. Alter-Ego didn’t know she’d left, but she had no intentions of running while she had the chance. She didn’t want to cause any trouble that could end in either Vulcon or Kel being harmed, Mia couldn’t bear the thoughts of them coming to rescue something as worthless and accident-prone as her. Coming after her would prove pointless; she was constantly in trouble so it hardly mattered. And so maybe she was going to lie to Vulcon, or simply stretch the truth. Or maybe it was best to just mention nothing of it and just let him assume that she needed some time to herself. Mia inwardly shrugged, deciding it was probably better not to say anything of the sort and just to enjoy her alpha’s presence while it lasted. As she approached the small band of wolves it became apparent that Vulcon hadn’t yet arrived. Oh well, she thought as she approached, doing her best to avoid glancing at Luna. The large earth hued femme smiled warmly before she spoke. “I’m Mia.”

KALEA.
The exotic hybrid wove her way through the woods, shifting uneasily as she passed each massive tree. Everything always felt so big and overpowering around her, for she was midget-like in size. Where was Luma when she needed her? A soft laugh escaped her lips as she swerved around another seemingly massive tree. Tassel swayed behind her as she picked up her pace, suddenly moving at a pace so fast it would have any pureblood wolves lungs screaming for air. Short, but muscular frame was much closer to the ground, making her much more aerodynamic and allowing her to run at quick speeds for quite a long distance. Kalea’s unusual half-breed body of odd proportions was built for flight rather than fight, and she was always glad to be able to outrun her wolf brethren, for some weren’t so open-minded of those who were mixed with dogs. It was almost amusing how hybrids weren’t very well accepted by wolves and dogs, wolves disliking them for their dog blood, and dogs disliking them for their wolf blood. It was an unnecessary inconvenience in her life, but it was sometimes unavoidable...Kal just hoped these wolves wouldn’t mind her presence. She skidded to a halt, nearly running into another female as she stopped to take a look at the wolves that had already made it here. Tongue lolled out of her mouth, and she panted for a few moments before placing her rump to the earth. She hesitantly glanced around at some of the other’s, starting to feel a sense of insecurity. Kalea spoke softly, voice almost strained. “Hi...I’m Kalea.”

MAL'AKH.
The monstrous ebon beast stalked the area, footfalls silent and figure moving stealthily through the thick forest. He wanted to see who he was dealing with, who he’d hopefully be feared by in future months. Obsidian lips were pulled back into a smirk as he started another lap around the area, twisting through the trees once more as he scented the winds. Nares flared and nose wrinkled as the scents of females entered his nostrils, a low growl sounding from his throat, before it was followed up by a snarl. He drew to a halt, pivoting and entering the small clearing. Substantially large frame walking toward a destination that was slightly secluded from the rest of the area, his body almost incapable of a speed much faster than a walk...before he stopped and allowed his rump to rest on the earth. Deep hazel eyes, almost red in color searched the facades of the others, almost revolted by each and every one of them. They were disgusting, disappointing, everything he’d expected them to be and less. Cranium held no expression, features lacked emotion...making it clear that he was anti-social in the least. Actually he wasn’t, rather he was plotting...planning ideas for the future, judging each of them without so much as a word. -Estimating their capabilities, strengths, weaknesses...all in utter silence. They all failed to impress him; he was internally displeased by their insufficiency of competence. He glanced toward the other large ebon male, figuring he was an alpha and almost eyed him with distrust. He looked like the biggest threat, not that he cared. Mal’akh’s words were cold. “Mal’akh.”

Freya Firesong

The ruff of the boar gripped solidly in her strong jaws, the brindled lady of the Mountain pack moved into the gathering. She didn't look around much at first, trusting her daughter and Phoenix to watch her back as she deposited the pack's offering with the others. Solid strides carried her to the side of the elk that already laid in the center; her craned neck bowed, jaws releasing the weight onto the ground next to it.

Lifting her crown, her emerald optics scanned the group. Members of Lake, Plain, Gouge... Shores. Well now, this was interesting. She knew all were invited but she had not expected the hellions of Shores to come slinking from the shadows. Lifting her eyes from the ones from the shore, she saw one she did know and smiled.

"Hello again, Young one... it has been a while, Kodak. I am glad to see you are not as dead as we feared."

Favoring her once missing packmember with a beautiful smile for a moment, she then looked over the rest before announcing herself.

"I am Freya Firesong, Alphess of Sky Mountain."

Lenne Firesong

Tense. Fear. Rage. It was all on the winds, all on the air. Lenne shivered, ghosting in step with her mother like she was still a little cub. She had met many of the wolves of the vale.... but none in mass like this. None in quarters like this. It was a assault on the young princess's senses.

Her mother's voice got the young fae's attention, the curl talking her lips as she heard Kodi's name. She took a step to stand between her mother and her crush, her heart's mate and looked around.

"Um... I'm Lenne. Also of Sky Mountain."

Vulcon Sha'Lok

With far warning of who would be at the gathering, and not willing to take chances, Vulcon had brought his pack in mass. All together, moving like spreading darkness - led by the Demon King of the Ashlands. Amber pools caught on the black velvet of his features - together with Kani, they bore in the decent blacktail deer into the clearing.

He didn't trust the Shadows here - Broken had told him of the last time she had run with them; rumors only served to support the words of the one time Shadow Shores' Beta femme. Vulcon didn't want to risk with going badly - he wanted to do a premetive attack and slaughter them all. He knew he had a good chance to take Ego, but the others....

And the Howling Grounds were sacred; no fighting allowed. He would obey them. For now. Jaws parted, dropping the neck of the buck to the ground. Crown lifting, the ebon monster of a brute looked over the clearing - a moment or two his eyes lingered on the one that claimed to be Ego's mistress.... it was not exactly a nice look, but it was not a death glare either.

"I am called Vulcon; Vulcon Sha'lok. Lord of Ash Forest and Mate of Keladry. It is a .... pleasure to meet you all finally."

Kani Blu

Kani as always was himself. A Sterling Knight; strange that this time, it was not a fae he was knight to - but a friend. His oath brother, Vulcon. The Tundra wolf was larger then his Alpha; therefore larger then most of the gathered wolfens. Not that he noticed. He dropped his end off the kill, eyes shadowed as he looked over the gathering. He knew a few, not many.

Mia... She had not been with the pack; not heard Vulcon's call and had not come to the Pack's final gathering before journeying to the Howling Grounds. It had bothered Vulcon; Kani knew as much. The she-one was like a little sister to his oath brother... it bothered him to see her now, and wondered if Vulcon had noticed. When the alpha did not address the little wanderling - Kani assumed he had over looked her. Kani lifted his head, looking over the others and waiting until Vulcon finished. The moment the Alpha's words finished, Kani's granite and silk toned echoed them.

"I am called Kani Blu; also of Ash Forest."

He thought for a moment, thought to stay out of it. Then decided against it. Slate eyes turned with his visage, his focus entering on the little form not more then a few steps from him.

"Hello again..... Mia."

Broken

Scared was a understatement. She was totally freaked out - shaking with every step she took. Even in the company of Vulcon, Kani, and the rest of the Ash Forest Pack, Broken was terrified. Terrified to face Shadow Shores again. It and been a long, long time since she had seen Alter-Ego and the others.... and she wasn't really looking forward to it.

She remained hidden, only a step or two behind her new lord and his guardian. Listening to their masculine vocals announce their callings and their family. Their family.... her family now. She stepped alongside Vulcon and Kani, her voice a softer tenor to their baratone songs.

"I am Broken - now of Ash Forest."

It was all she could think to say. All that was needed for her to say to strike the final blow to the death of the wolf she had been.

Luma

Not even pausing, the golden wolfess moved up next to Kalea. Tongue struck against her friend's shoulder, marking her in front of all as one of Luma's; both as pack and as friend. Luma wasn't going to let anything happen to her mixed blood partner- Kalea was her best friend, and probably one of the few Luma had left.

"And I am Luma, New Alphess of the Red Ridge Pack."

She stooped quickly to collect the bodies of the pheasants. She felt strange- all the other packs had brought larger prey - but the Ridge did not have such large game to offer. Still, it was plentiful - it took her a moment to grip the necks of the several fat, fluffy birds she had brought. She stepped foward and set them with the others, refusing to look ashamed of their offering. It was the best the ridge had to offer, and just as good as any other.

She stepped back to stand next to Kalea, her golden eyes looking over the groups. She took strength from her friend but her side, facing for the first time the others in her role as Alphaess of what once was Ragnarok's lands...

Dewstar (with Pupplings in tow)

The pups tumbling around her feet, the slim little healer moved into the clearing without fear. She was the only Healer the Vale had - the only one in the walls of this place with the knowledge of herbs that could save any number of the wolves gathered here.

The trio were no longer so young; almost a years, and they at least seem to understand this was important. Maybe they were simply looking forward to meeting other wolves and the possibility of seeing their father again. And meeting his pack? Maybe.... Dewstar still wasn't sure about that one.

She wished that Tzadoc was here with her.... his pack was here, but she knew. He needed to be with his pack. She had her little ones were ronin- no pack. But she was the Vale's healer; she would not hide. With her pups at her feet, she bowed her head in greeting to the mass.

"Greetings Everyone. I am Dewstar."

Harmony

Aleksei

Redrum

Sergei

Honoka

Hochiko

Hikari