AW Volcanos are mountains too

Volcan,

Empress of Ignis Empire

Played by Karasu

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The dark woman nodded a bit as the cub agreed to go with her to the more protected confines of the mountain cevessase. And so, with the goat in her jaws, she made her way down the jagged path, now lightly dusted with snow, sticking the the obsidian lioness's thick curly fur. It was quite a bit a ways down the mountain, and often her ember gaze slid to look down at the cub, yo make sure she hadn't slipped off the side or fallen too far behind. Eventually, the side of the mountain opened up, a ten foot tall crack, opened just enough for the goddess to crouch down and crawl into it, closing up neat the top of the outside to just appear as a scar in the mountainside. But once within, it opened up, the inside disappearing into an engulfing darkness. She settled onto the stony floor, still cold, but not covered in snow. The goat was now stiff, and Volcan chewed heavily to rip off a piece, and gave it to the cub.

_{art by Habitual Nightmare#5003, code by naboo}
@Fenella

Fenella,

Cub of Prideless

Played by Cat

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She waited for the other to make the first move. Mostly because she was unsure of where this place was that she had wanted to take Fenella to. Little limbs did not hesitate to begin to follow when the time came, however. Easily she scrambled down the beaten path after the darker lioness. The snow clung to her limbs and even her belly since she was so close to the ground. She was a wet mess but seemed mostly unbothered for the moment. She had to keep a faster pace with her smaller legs as to not fall too far behind as they made the trek back down the slope.

Soon they were faced with a crack in the mountainside. Fen paused as her head lulled back to look it over. Gaze snapped down just as the lioness slipped through the crevice and vanished into the darkness beyond. As if the mountain swallowed her inside. Fen swallowed back the slight fear that had bubbled up. With her head still high and chest slightly puffed out, she too squeezed her way into the confines of the mountain.

It took a moment for her eyes to adjust to the darker light, but eventually, she was able to make out the body that lay on the stone floor. She gave a small shake to rid herself of any loose droplets before she too settled down somewhat near Volcan, but only within paw distance. Eagerly she waited for the new piece of the meal. "Do you have kids, miss Volcan?"

@Volcan

Volcan,

Empress of Ignis Empire

Played by Karasu

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The maiden watched as the cub made her way into the crack, shaking snow from her fur and settling close to the dark woman. But the question was a pleasant surprise to heer ears. And opportunity to talk of the offspring she had wandering these lands. Her pride and joy. She calmed herself, not wanting to sound overly enthusiastic as she spoke of them, after all- they were grown. Yes, I do- I have six children. All are adults now. But I love them dearly. I have two oldest, three years of age, a son and a daughter. My boy, very ambitious. Sometimes it makes me wonder if he would challenge me for dominance- whichbi would whoop him with motherly love..... And my claws. she chuckled. From my second litter I have three two year olds. I haven't seen one in a while, but I have a son and a daughter who visit me often- Petra and Sefu. Sefu is my lovely strange boy, a little odd but it's quite charming to me. Petra is a powerful woman. I feel she could lead armies one day. she said. And then her gaze softened, her smile a solemn, almost wistful one, And then I have a yearling. My delicate, delicate youngest..... They are cursed with albinism- im..... Not sure if you know what that means. But.... They suffer in the sun. she said.

_{art by Habitual Nightmare#5003, code by naboo}
@Fenella

Fenella,

Cub of Prideless

Played by Cat

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Fenella began the task of tearing into the hunk of meat one bite at a time. She was still careful to listen. Ears leaned in the direction of the lioness. Her eyes were upon her in interest. A smile behind each chew. She sat mostly still, other than the movement of her head and jaws as she ate. Her curiosity peaked at the thought of her children. They sounded like fun, even though they were older than her. "Maybe one day I can meet them." Ever hopeful as she spoke such a bold request. She didn't understand that what she wanted was beyond the norm. "I have a brother!" She excitedly mentioned it as if it would be something that the lady cared to know.

@Volcan

Volcan,

Empress of Ignis Empire

Played by Karasu

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By now, the newborn goat carcass was nearly stripped clean, and the dark lady pushed it towards the cub so she may tear pff the bits left. Perhaps someday you shall meet them. Your family is living on the lake, yes? I plan to establish a kingdom.... Er- a pride there. she said. And your lucky to have a sibling. When I was young, I was treated a bit.... Differently, to say the least. I had no siblings to play with, but I did have a friend. I haven't seen him in a long time..... But I hope someday we will meet again. she said. After a while, she stood, taking a deep breath, Come along, little one, I'll take you home.

_{art by Habitual Nightmare#5003, code by naboo}
-Exit Volcan-

Fenella,

Cub of Prideless

Played by Cat

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She was glad that the woman didn't automatically shrug off her little comment about her brother. "And another!" She tried to interject quickly. She mustn't forget her other, even though he was seen very little and it left Fen to wonder why. Regardless, she took the leftover carcass as it was given to her. Ears twitched toward Volcan as Fen carefully knawed the rest of the meat that still clung to the bones. "I don't have friends. Unless you are my friend?" She asked as she paused in her chews but quickly she returned to the ribs as she used claws to dig between for the last bits and pieces.

Regrettable she would pull away from the meal and toward the light of the crevice mouth as Volcan suggested she return her home. Tongue swiped at her lips. "Well, okaaaay." Home was so boring, but Fenella was raised to mostly obey her elders. Even if the child was unsure a stranger counted. She would wait there for Volcan to join her before she followed out.

-exit-

@Volcan