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Volcan,

Empress of Ignis Empire

Played by Karasu

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Volcan had hunted late into the evening, determined to catch something to bring back to her one loyal follower. So far, neither of them had found their daughters- the trail had went stale, nothing left to follow as it withered into the waste that was Calderon. But after the stars and the moon had well set themselves into their places in the sky, the obsidian goddess returned the the makeshift den that she had made into her home. Her other offspring had chosen to disband as well, but once and a while each ine would meet her bavk at their old sleeping place, just ti make sure everyone was okay. All returned except for her missing darling. In the cracked marking jaws of the lady was a warthog sow, the throat torn. The pig had just reached adulthood, so she was not carrying piglets, nor did she birth any. As the fire woman walked into the fallen tree den, she settled down, tearing into her kill, and waited for her traveling conpanion to return from where ever she may be.

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Brighid,

Lioness of Prideless

Played by Sheena

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She had followed Volcan in the search for their daughters, and while she had yet to find her own Daughter, she had found – well he had found her – someone dear to her. Someone she had mentioned to Volcan before agreeing to aid in the search for her daughter, before agreeing to follow the other woman and assist in building her empire. She was thrilled he was back, that he was there and now she needed to find Volcan and let her know as well, that she had found her husband. It was not hard to find the others scent, not when it had become so familiar to her, so fresh in her mind. It was a matter of following it until she located the lava marked lady, one of her first well …. friends? In this new land. As the trail lead back towards her friends den she figured there was where she would find the ebony woman, and she was not disappointed. For there, with a fresh pig kill was none other than Volcan. "I have news."


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@Volcan @Vermillion

Vermillion,

Lion of Prideless

Played by Twesh

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Something beyond Brighid moved, a shift of a form and shadow gave way to a large creature coming towards them. Rusty orange mane wrapped around and down his shoulders, a dark black part of his mane draped over his face. Old scars from tales long ago finished peppered his pelt. The lion did not seem battle weary but something in his gaze was tired. Like a soul far older than his body aching with the weight of the world. "It's me-" Not far behind Brighid came the large Tollaire. The swampy pelted lion stepped forwards and with learned confident strides came up beside Brighid, the strange obsidian lioness's aroma whafting up into his nose with a deep breath that expanded his chest outwards. He settled near to Brighid's side, united and the insurmountable force they were together the lion looked at home beside the moon faced woman. "-I'm the news." His green eyes looked to his side, shifting his gaze to find Bri's brown ones. Right?

@Volcan

Volcan,

Empress of Ignis Empire

Played by Karasu

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Volcan watched as the mud moon woman approached, she seemed almost giddy- which intrigued the goddess. She ripped off a bit of the pig, tossing it towards her so she wouldn't have to stand. Simple laziness, but deserved after the tiring takedown.
I have news.
She said. She obsidian woman's attention was fully grasped now, her curled ears flicked forward, Oh? And to her surprise, a large man who challenged her own stature came from behind Brighid, a swampy colored male with a fire streaked mane and many tales of battles. The obsidian goddess didn't snarl, for this likely wasnt a trespasser- and her assumptions were safe for sure as soon as he spoke.
Its me- I'm the news.
Volcan chuckled a little, he was a bit funny in a strange way- that was for sure. Now she stood, stepping forward to gently press her nose against Brighids head, and then turning, offering to do the same to the new male, if he would allow. Welcome, dear- you must be the precious love dear Brighid searched for. I am Volcan, and we both seek our daughters together, and to build an empire I always dreamed of. Would you like some pig? This is a celebratory event! For soon, I shall step forward to establish my kingdom!

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@Brighid

Brighid,

Lioness of Prideless

Played by Sheena

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A paw is lifted as the chunk of pig is tossed towards her, and placed down upon the meat to keep it from sliding past her. A grateful nod was offered towards Volcan, though she was too excited to eat at the moment. Excited to tell her friend the news, that she had found – well he found her – husband. No sooner did Volcan question about her news, did a familiar voice reach her ears. It's me- Her head turns slightly then, brown eyes easily locking onto the familiar form of her husband. Even now a smile spreads across her moon-kissed face, at the very sight of him. I'm the news He finishes as he comes up alongside her. Immediately she leaned against him slightly – ever so slight, a comfort offered and taken before she moved to brush her head against the front of his chest. Turning to look back towards her friend then, she pulled her head back though she continued to lean against him slightly. It was done more for her than anything, to reassure herself he was really there.


She catches sight of his look and has to keep from snorting. Of course, he was the news, what other news would she have so soon after they were reunited? Instead, she fondly rolls her eyes at him before nodding slightly. Volcan moves then, approaching them and she allows her friend to press her nose against her head, before attempting to press her nose to Volcans shoulder before pulling back. "Yes, this is my best friend and Husband." She confirms, glancing back towards him to allow him to introduce himself. "Stil no sign of your daughter?" She had no luck finding Wokabi either, and had only been lucky enough for Verm to find her. Of course, she had run into his sister as well, but she does not mention that for now.


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@Vermillion

Vermillion,

Lion of Prideless

Played by Twesh

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His tilted his head inwards to receive the light touch from Brighid's familiar and friend. Green sea foam eyes swept briefly across Volcan's face and down the lengths of her back were seemingly tendrils of copper laced around garnets adorned her like a veil. As he pulled back and stood at his spot beside Brighid he gazed upon Volcan's face, her blazing eyes and almost feral facade. He returned a grin, subtle and small but growing larger as Brighid's words began a dance around his skull. They wandered along and pulled at each of his nerves and delights. Husband. He certainly had not expected they'd pick right back up where they left, part of him always wondered in their time apart if she'd move on. She hadn't, and he found it all too enticing and easy to settle back into their beat and partnership. He could never express grattitude enough, the beast knew he did not deserve the joy and security he felt with her.

For now he left the pig untouched and let the women have their feast and fill of the beast. "And what sort of kingdom will you hold?" Vermillion curiously asked the woman ebony. Within he felt an innate repulsion, through no fault of their own- his own experiences at the healm of things greater and grand were not his fondest memories. They came too close to his heart and worked in tandem with last memories he had of his family spliting apart and being sent to the winds. It had done a world of wonder to show him what his priorities were, and how drasticly different they were than Volcan's.

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Volcan,

Empress of Ignis Empire

Played by Karasu

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Volcan shook her head and sighed at Brighids question, tapping her paw against the ground. Sadly, no. I'm not sure I fear for her any longer, I simply have a feeling she thinks this is a game. She finds it funny, how I'm following her ever disappearing trail. Well, I'm not looking for her any longer. Shes three years old, and not my only child. I have responsibility here, not tracking her down like prey. she concluded, taking a deep breath and lifting up her head. She directed her attention back towards her friends mate, My kingdom will be a fair one, one that runs from respect and being proven useful. All i truly ask is loyalty, and to pull ones weight for the better of the empire. A place where they can trust their empress to do what needs to be done, regardless of whatever it may be. Volcan stated firmly, but not with a bit of harshness. She respected Brighid, and to know she loved this lion earned him her respect in turn- as well as the scars they both bore. It was a testament of their harsh lives. She knew if some of it. And if you wish, there is a place in my kingdom for both of you, and any children you may bring, she said, nodding towards the mud and moon maiden, or any you may have. ember gaze looked between the two softly.

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@Brighid

Brighid,

Lioness of Prideless

Played by Sheena

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Volcans response was understandable, but she could never imagine giving up on the search for her own child. Not in a million years, but then she supposed it was because of her own tragic childhood that she clung so tightly to those she called family. But then again, witnessing your father being murdered infront of you was bound to fuck you up somehow. While she never spoke of it, the desire she had to keep her family close and safe was almost always at the forefront of her mind. Over the years though the thought of family had expanded to include Verm and his siblings and parents. She does not voice this though, does not tell her friend her true thoughts. It is not her place to criticize how she is with her own children. She can only control her own actions, so instead she dips her head in a slight nod. "I don't blame you, if it seems like a game to her... the best thing to do is to stop. Perhaps she will return once she figures out you arent chasing her anymore." If it truly was a game, a ploy for attention.


As Verm speaks up, asking about the type of kingdom Volcan will rule over, she takes the chance to reach down and take a bite out of the chunk of pig at her paws. She listens though, to her friends response and finds it sounds like a fair kingdom. Swallowing her mouthful she turns to glance at Verm out of the corner of her eye, trying to see what he thought of what Volcan had to say. Once she was finished with her speech, she turned her attention fully towards Verm, brow arching in a silent question. Would he be interested in staying in Volcans pride, or did he wish to wait? She knew Erenvel had mentioned wanting to make allies for the Tollaires.


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@Vermillion

Vermillion,

Lion of Prideless

Played by Twesh

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A place, home, den, hearth and fire. It had been awhile since he'd really felt a connection to somewhere strong enough to call it home. And truth be told he was not sure he'd ever feel that again. There was no innate pull to take up Volcan's offer, instead there was a shift of his body and he leaned towards Brighid like a magnet to another. "I promised my family I'd stay with them- wherever they want to go is where I will go. Wherever that is, who leads, I couldn't care less to be truthful." Volcan would only ever be so important to Vermillion as she was to Brighid. The swampy lion would hold no loyalty to her before the many others in his life and on this green creation- if that was a problem Vermillion could only wait to see Volcan's reaction or rebuke. Otherwise the decision laid firmly with Brighid- they could spend the rest of their lives wandering around on their own and the dragon would be just as happy as could be. They could tether themselves to a pride, found back up the Tollaire, and he'd take just as much joy in that. He gave his wife the occasional glance from the corner of his gaze, checking her face and affirming for himself she was still there.

@Volcan

Volcan,

Empress of Ignis Empire

Played by Karasu

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Volcan listened to what each of the two had to say. Vermillion simply displayed his utmost loyalty to Brighid, and his family. The goddess could understand this- at least the pull to protect and do what's best for her children, whether they wanted mothers help or not.

A slow not shook the jeweled head of Volcan, "I understand this, Vermillion. You love you're wife- strong like i love my children. I cannot deny you wishing to do the best for you're family." she said, ember gaze shifting to the muddy moon woman, ethereal depsite her bloodied maw. "Seems the decision is yours."

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@Brighid