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❀ R O S E ❀

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As Ranger smiled, and then cracked a joke about the praying mantis incident, a grin flashed onto Rose’s face and refused to leave. The humour in Ranger’s eyes made her want to laugh along with him, and a little giggle found its way out of her chest. She felt giddy, buoyant, until she realised, I just… giggled? I never giggle! What is going on with me...?
Her mind returned to the present and her grin faded as Ranger said that maybe he wouldn’t be allowed to come after all, but just then Maverick himself swooped in and gave him permission. The grin returned to Rose’s muzzle, and her tail flew into a full-blown wag. Her eyes flashed green with happiness. A herb hunting trip with Lavender and getting to spend time with Ranger? What could be better! Rose was glad she’d made the trip up the cliffside, and she didn’t think she’d have to retreat back into her little patch of forest any time soon.
She knew that Ranger was trying very hard to be serious in front of his father, and her heart gave a little jump as she realised that he was happy to be coming too. And then he called her pretty... Well, he technically called both of them pretty, but it still warmed her heart.
Her ears flicked backwards and she turned her head as she heard her mother approaching, and took in the strange little smile on her face, matching it to Maverick’s expression. It seemed everyone was acting weird, and not just her.
She shook herself internally, and jumped up onto her paws, saying, I don’t think you could possibly bore us, Ranger, as she walked past him so that her fur brushed against his just the tiniest bit. She stood next to Lavender and looked at the ground. What’s come over me? Why did I do that? Her cheeks flushed red and she looked up at her mother uncertainly, as if she could tell her why she was acting so funny. I’m acting like Trinity!

Word Count: 342

[Lothlórien]

{@Speechless:-I couldn't really think of anything to make Lucky change, so I just decided to have Annie slip up a bit.
@fawn:-Sorry to hear that, if you need to spend less time on here please let me know so I don't take you out and so no one is waiting to long on responses from your dogs.
Also Checkers asked Pistol a question.

I will reply for Hope and Gunner tomorrow. I really need to go to sleep so I was only able to type up posts, for Maverick, Annie and Ranger. Checkers posts is the same as before.]

M A V E R I C K
T H E L E A D E R

Male•6 Years•Mate:-Blaze•Pups-Ranger, Ace & Bandit(Adopted)•Word: Count-237

Maverick watched his son with Dixie and Rose, both feas seemed sweet and kind. But he noticed his son seemed to focus on Rose more, while he wanted to be with his son he thought it best to also let his son be with his friends. Though something in the way that Rose happened to walk past Ranger and the way Ranger flirted around her he suspected that they may like each other. While now it was just a crush perhaps in the future they would find a deeper love. Of course no one knew for sure and maybe they would fall in love else where but he wouldn't hold his son back just for that reason. Maverick then turned to his mate and daughter. "Alright you two, shall we go hunting?" He smiled and was glad that his daughter was at least with him, Ace was growing up just as fast as Bandit and Ranger. The young fae couldn't take down any full grown deer or big animals like that, but perhaps he could take her fishing, fish tasted alright and fishing was a skill any dog should know, even a healer incase they needed to find their own food. The black germen shepherd started toward the stream, his mate and daughter not after behind him. "Today Ace we will see how your fishing skills are." He said as he heard the stream not far away.

R a n g e r
T h e W i s e

Male•4 1/2 Months•Parents-Mav & Blaze•Siblings-Ace & Toby•No Crush•Word Count:-324

Ranger felt a small amount of heat creep up his face as Lavender commented on him being his fathers son. In a way he felt proud but then he felt silly. What on earth was he doing? Had he just been flirting with Rose and Dixie, or had he only been flirting with one of them. Honestly he was very new to all of this and wasn't sure what he was doing. He smiled slightly at her words and felt his tail start to wag, as she walked past him ready to get going he felt her fur every slightly brush his. Even though their pelts had hardly touched he again got a silly feeling and smelled the sweet spicy scent that was all hers. He wasn't sure why but it made him want to flirt with her and make her smile all the more. Of course there was Lavender and Dixie to think about and Gunner would certainly be coming along too. The germen shepherd aussie mix looked at Lavender. "Don't worry ma'am. I will make sure that nothing happen to any of you on this trip. You all just look for your herbs and should I see danger I will alert you all at once." The young brute was glad to be given such am important role and he felt himself walk a little taller with his new duty. He again thought of making Rose smile, for some reason it made him feel good to get one of those silly smiles out of her, and when she had giggled after he spoke, maybe he could get her to giggle again. Of course these were very grown up thoughts, but then again Ranger was much wiser then his years and more mature then most male pups his age. He pushed thoughts of flirting aside and focused on what he really wanted to do, and that was make sure Rose really was feeling alright.

C H E C K E R S
T H E F I G H T E R

Male•4 1/2 Years•Mate-Finn•Pups-Asher, Barrett, Deryn•Word Count:-206+

Checkers smiled as Red answered the question. "Very good Red, we always check for any strange scents before going further on with the border patrol. If we smell a fox or badger these are minor concerns but should be reported though not as quickly. If you smell a bear, wild cat or another dog this is a very big concern and should be reported to the Alpha or Beta as soon as possible, even if it means stopping the rest of the border check. That is why it is good to bring more then just yourself on a border check. If needed one pack member can run back while the other finishes the check." He noticed his mate come up to the group then and sit near the back. He smiled at her, she always looked beautiful and kind. He still could hardly believe he had been so Lucky as to find a pack he liked being in, a mate he loved more then anything and to top it all off he had a wonderful family. He scanned over the pups again before his gaze landed on Pistol, the slightly cocky male pup. "Pistol, can you tell me what we do after checking for any scents crossing our border?" Checkers then watched as his son, Asher, came running over and sat watching. He knew the young brute would be focused for long, and he couldn't help but feel glad that Asher wouldn't be a hunter. He could stand still for more then a few seconds.

B a r r e t t
T h e B r a v e

Male•4 Months•Parents-Chex & Finn•Siblings-Asher & Deryn•No Crush•Word Count:-

In The Barn

A N N I E O A K L Y
T H E H U N T E R

Female•3 1/2 Years•Mate-Lucky•Expecting Pups•Word Count:-301

Annie looked at her mate as he said it was alright, that it would take time for some to accept him if ever. She sighed. "I know, I just wish they wouldn't be so, well the way they are." She got up as if to walk away but then sat back down. She didn't feel like walking much with her pups almost ready to come. She often wondered how many she would have, she thought there was at least two, there had to be at least two or else it was one really big pup. The thought almost made her smile. She turned back to Lucky and wondered if pups really had a been a good thing to get him into. would their pups also be outcasts to the pack? Would they be treated like their father? Annie was growing angry and she hurried to find something to be happy about. IN her hurry she didn't think about her words. "Well at least Chico has not come out in a while, that is good is it not?" All to late she realized she had said Chico. She thought maybe Lucky hadn't heard, but as she watched his face there was no denying that he had. Chico was no going to come out and it was all her fault. The Brittany took a step back and was glad to see that almost everyone had left camp, except for Remington who was look away from her and Lucky at the moment. "Lucky, I am so sorry." She whispered her mind suddenly blank on how to get even Goofy back out instead of Chico. If only she could remember the word that got Goofy back then perhaps she could avoid getting Lucky in more trouble should anyone come back and notice him as Chico.

R E M I N G T O N
T H E H U N T E R

Male•5 Years•Mate-Echo•Pups-Pistol, Gunner, Ruger & Hope•Word Count:-146

By The Barn Doors.

H o p e
T h e R u n t

Female•4 1/2 Months•Parents-Remi & Echo•Siblings-Pistol, Gunner & Ruger•Crush On Asher•Word Count:-177

With Checkers, Asher, Echo, Pistol, Red & Finn

G u n n e r
T h e P e a c e m a k e r

Male•4 1/2 Months•Parents-Remi & Echo•Siblings-Pistol, Ruger & Hope•No Crush•Word Count:-0

With Lavender, Ranger, Rose, & Dixie.

[SunsetPatches]

((Ranger's so adorable <3
Hopefully this reply's a bit better than the last one :/ ))

❀ R O S E ❀

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Rose's eyes flickered from the ground to Ranger's face and back again as she fought the urge to hide behind her mother's thick fur. She felt strange, and didn't know why she'd brushed past him like that, but she did enjoy the way that it has stirred up a wave of his earthy scent, and that a little bit of it clung to where his soft fur had brushed up against hers. She felt strangely tingly all over, and even though her slight embarrassment tried to keep her eyes glued to the floor, she kept looking up at the aussie mix, and she couldn't quite tell why. Those hazel eyes...
The sound of his voice jerked Rose back to the present and she fought a smile as she saw him inflate a little with pride. Although she wasn't sure of all the reasons his father had given him the post, she did know that it would be good to be able to concentrate on the herbs for once, and not have to jump at every leaf rustling and shiver at the thought of any predators risking their lives. They healed the fighters and the hunters, and hoped not to become them.
It'll be good to have an extra set of eyes and ears looking out for danger, she smiled at the speckle-furred brute. She could see that he was a leader in the making, and secretly liked the way that he spoke to her mother so formally and self-assuredly.
She looked up at Lavender's face, asking, You want me to go find Deryn so we can get going? Although, as her eyes darted back to Ranger, she found that she didn't really want to leave. She remembered Dixie, and turning back to her with a trace of chagrin in her features, she added, Or you could go, Dixie, if you want. It could be a good way to start talking and maybe make some more friends. A more genuine smile had curved her face as she spoke to the little Kishu. She hoped that Dixie would be alright, and hopefully not so lonely in the future. She made a mental note to check back with her and see how she was getting on.
Right now, though, they had a herb gathering walk to take. And maybe, if she was careful enough, she could touch Ranger's pelt with hers just one more time...

Word Count: 405

[Lothlórien]

{Yeah, sure, she just wants Dixie to make more friends, we all believe that one.
However it is a good cover for what she really wants to do. ;P
I love how Rose flirts with Ranger, she is so cute!
I will reply after Speechless posts for Lavender, then we can get the show on the rode, so to speak.}

[Bolt1784]

(( Just letting you guys know that I am still here, I just have nothing
to post really. So I haven't quit and i'm still around. ♥ ))

[Lothlórien]

{@Bolt:-Well it's good to know your still alive, I was worried there for a second.
Oh and if you want/need someone to role play with Trinity can always find Barrett. He is in the barn right now feeling a little sorry for himself.}

[pastel.bun]

{ Maverick, did ya forget about poor Ica? He wants to be a hunter too!
Or, Joy, did you just want the three of them to have some family time or something? If so I can just add him to Lav's little group and he can make friends with Dixie. c: }

♣ Lucky ♣
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♣ [ ] Goofy [ ] ♣ [X] "Normal" [ ] ♣ [ ] Mean [X] ♣
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He smiled lightly to his mate, reeling himself back from his dark thoughts. "It's just canine nature.... Can't change that. Let them take their time and figure it out, at least we know the truth." The happy thought picked him up a bit, and he held back a chuckle as his mate seemed to want to do something but then decided the effort of walking wasn't worth it. As the Brittany's face started to cloud, he leaned over to give her ear a gentle lick, but suddenly his body went rigid. He had more control than he did, even with the code words, but it was impossible to halt the transformation. However, to his credit, Lucky did try. His muzzle screwed up in a snarl and it was hard to tell which personality it was coming from, but his eyes remained concentrated. He barely heard Annie's words and all at once a primitive instinct overcame him. Fight or Flight. Fighting was useless, so he cast a split-second look at Annie and turned, taking off into the woods. Even though it was impossible to escape the danger when the danger was himself, he could at least get away from the others so they wouldn't have to see him like that.
'Maybe if I run far enough he won't hurt Annie,' Lucky thought. But unfortunately it was his last thought as Chico commanded the body and put on the breaks. His expression was one of pure rage, and was utterly unrecognizable as the brute he had been just a moment ago. He turned to the nearest thing - a young sapling tree - and lashed out on it, raking his claws and snapping his jaws until it was snapped in pieces and small leaves like an over-sized twig that was tread underfoot. Chico panted heavily, only slightly eased. His every instinct called out to attack not something, but rather someone. 'Yes.... Pain.... Blood.... Vengeance.' The thoughts flowed through his mind as a sweet river of honey down a sore throat, and his muzzle spread into a menacing grin. 'Now, who's the nearest dog that I have a score to settle with?' he asked himself.
He already had a prey in mind.

{ *dramatic music* DUN DUN DUUUNNNN }

♥ Lavender ♥
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♥ Rank: Healer ♥ Mate: Armageddon ♥ Pups: Rose, Redemption, Trinity, and Icarus ♥
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Lavender smiled softly down to her adopted daughter, and though a Mother's love knew no bounds, she had to admit Rose was her favorite between the two. She felt her heart warm and for once wasn't missing the love of her mate, just the thought of her not-so-little girl growing up was enough to make her happy. "I don't think there's an herb to help you here," Lav whispered in her ear, "just instinct and heart." She then raised her head and smiled to the leader's son and heir. She held in a chuckle at the notion of the pup protecting them, not wanting to stifle his fledgling confidence. "Thank-you Ranger. Now everyone, come along, we'll start out over this way by the meadow; there's always plenty of herbs growing there." She said, standing up and motioning with a sweep of her tail where they were going. She began walking at a slow gait, her long legs out striding the pups, and glanced over her shoulder to make sure everyone was following as they headed into the trees.

❂ Icarus ❂
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❂ Mother: Lavender Father: Armageddon Siblings: Redemption and Trinity ❂
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{ Depends on what Joy wants to do.... }

[Lothlórien]

{@Speechless:- *head desk* Sorry about that, when I wrote the reply I was half asleep and couldn't remember half of the dogs in the role play.
He will be with Maverick, I will just add him in the next post for big ol Mav.
Also if things get going with Checkers group I may introduce the second pack in this part of the role play.
Or they will meet up with Lav's group, not sure yet.
Also just so everyone knows one of my dogs may die soon, just so your all prepared............}

[SunsetPatches]

((@Bolt/Speechy: I was just thinking of how chuffed/proud/sad/happy Don would be to see his little baby girl growing up so fast, and I only cried a little bit :')
))

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Rose's paws immediately moved into action, echoing Lavender's ground-covering steps to trot at her mother's side into the trees. As usual, she began to take stock in her head of what they should be able to find in the forest, partly by habit and partly to try and keep her mind on the job and away from a certain addition to their normal healer's crew. They should be able to find feverfew for pain for and horsetail for bleeding, which grew in most of the forest around the pack's barn. From what she remembered from her last herb hunt, woodruff also grew in the forest near the meadow, and they could also probably do with some more pain-killing willow bark. As the group stepped into the cool shade of the trees, she turned her head back a little and said over her shoulder, Keep your eye out for any comfrey, Dixie, and you too Gunner. We're running a bit low on it since treating Barrett's leg, and it's good for treating broken bones and helping tissue knit back together in open wounds. We could also use a little more willow bark. Satisfied that everyone was keeping a lookout for important herbs, she let herself relax a bit, and in doing so, couldn't help but look back at Ranger again. She fought a little happy sigh. She was pretty thankful that he'd come, after all, and something inside her was urging her to fall back and walk next to him, but she clung fiercely to her duty, and her job. She wasn't going to do anything stupid in front of her peers. She couldn't.
Out of the corner of her eye, she spotted the telltale grey bark and white flowers of an elderberry tree over in the distance. Knowing that the pack didn't have any - and that it was good for inflammation and flu - but not wanting to distract the whole group from their hunting, she asked her mother, Should I go and get some of that elderberry? They look ripe from here. Her eyes flicked back to Ranger, and she wondered if he'd rather stay with the rest of the group. It wasn't as though she really needed him to go with her...

Word Count: 375

((hint hint Ranger should go with her hint hint :P))

[Bolt1784]

(( Don is very proud of you Rose ♥ ))

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"тнє ¢няιѕтιαη gσ∂нєα∂ αѕ σηє gσ∂ ιη тняєє ρєяѕσηѕ: ƒαтнєя, ѕση, αη∂ нσℓу ѕριяιт."
family; lavender ⚬ rose ⚬ icarus ⚬ redemption ⚬ armageddon

Her Royal Highness stood up in the spot she had been sat at, and watched as everyone slowly left the pack's camp. Good riddance. But what can a princess do in an empty castle? She sighed and set off at a walk towards the barn, suddenly finding a shard of chagrin in her heart at the realisation that everyone had left her behind. Well, excuse them! Rude! She simply didn't understand why everyone seemed to avoid her so. That sudden feeling of displeasure reminded her of her father, who had been resting in peace for weeks now. She wished he was here with her. He had always been there to comfort her when she was alone. But he was gone, and though she rarely showed it, she was still heartbroken over the loss of her loving father. Sometimes she could feel his presence, especially in the barn at night, but the days seemed colder and more lonely without him.

The viridian grass of the barnyard brushed against her fur like a whisper as she approached the large wooden umber structure, and finally she reached the doors. Looking up at the doors, she sighed softly. She was feeling more and more distant from everyone with every day that passed, but everyone had a hard time realising it because she was always flirting with the boys. Rose vehemently disliked her, Red was often putting her in her place, Icarus seemed to ignore her, Lavender was spending more time with Rose, Maverick hardly paid attention to her, Echo had never spoken to her, the other puppies avoided her, and her father was gone. She flirted with he boys for attention, to be noticed. It was times when she was alone that she truly submitted to her pent up sadness.

The golden-cream coated puppy listlessly nudged the doors open with her dark brown nose and stepped in to the barn, looking down at the boarded floor dejectedly. As she slowly lifted her head, approaching her family's straw-filled stall, she noticed the small brown figure of Barrett in the barn. Barrett had been left behind too? Trinity looked him up and down and remembered that Barrett had broken his leg fighting a badger. A brave thing to do, but Trinity couldn't bear the thought of her coat becoming tangled in a fight with a disgusting woodland animal. Pushing her disgust to one side for once, she hesitantly approached Barrett and sat down in front of him, sitting in a beam of morning light that granted her pearly golden coat a beautiful shine. But for once, she didn't introduce herself in a flirty or breathy manner. Just one of sadness.

"...They left you here too?"