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* dragonmissy: Claudia was still damp from the morning down pour and rain she was in with the mud she was jumping in. Figuring she just got done swimming in the dead pit putting the collars on for the initiates she didn't smell like roses. She may smell like a wet dog, mixed with road kill not the most pleasant but it was wearing off. SHe would head out from the Vernice territory and to the familar train tracks that she called home in the early years of her life. She didn't walk cautiously she just trotted along and jumped in the train yard
* BenLikesBooty: Kyler sighed as he trudged off the Trieste border and into neutral territory. He looked over his shoulder, his hair getting in his eyes, and looked away again. This part of the initiation he had to do on his own. And he really, reallywanted to impress the Don, the handsome Vincent. Rolling his shoulders, he started his little quest. He had no clue where he was supposed to find a dog with a bone, or if there was even a dog with a bone out here. Maybe it was just a trick, maybe Vincent realized how stupid he was when he pledged his allegiance and this was all some clever ruse to get Kyler out of the pack. Maybe the dog that was supposed to hand over this bone was actually supposed to kill him. Maybe that was why the mafia had rescued him in the first place, so they could tear him up themselves. He walked with his nose down, and though he smelled lots of squirrels and other wildlife, he didn't scent any other dogs. He looked up and spotted an old traincar, and decided to make his way towards it and the tracks.
* dragonmissy: Claudia was at the train tracks she was wondering about as she would think about the nostalgic times here at the tracks. They weren't welcome in vernice when the crazy dane was about nor Trieste and they wouldnt dare go to ordine but she was just a pup when this all happened but still the dirt and semi familiar settings brought a happy time in her life. Arlyne the other mother dog she missed dearly with her siblings she wondered where they ran off too and hoped even though at how long its been that they were living in other parts of the world. She would crawl under a familiar car as she would just think as she curled up but glanced out from under it.
* hedgepaw: Oliver sat motionless in the neutral lands his olive eyes scanning the train tracks for anything, that moved. He was out here to hunt, mostly rats or something but the real reason was, he had nothing batter to do.Suddenly he spotted movement out of the corner of his eye and spotted Claudia, well he thought warily maybe she was friendly. He quickly sat up heading toward the female. "Hey" He barked in greeting.
* BenLikesBooty: The Remmington Capo trotted along. It was a bit chilly at night now, since it was the beginning of fall. He hated the heat in the day and the freezing temperatures at night, but right now the weather was perfect. Chilly was how he liked it. Warm enough to do stuff but cold enough for cuddling. He looked up instead of at his paws as he walked, because he remembered someone telling him that it made you look more confident. Kyler sure didn't feel confident. As he got closer, he hear a dog's bark. He squinted, hoping they weren't talking to him, or about to attack. THey weren't, he realized, as the dog walked towards another dog. Great. He was outnumbered.
* Rubbalite: Skelter had just finished doing yet another patrol and figured a little walk around neutral territory would be a nice additional exercise. Yes, the young capo has been doing a lot of border patrols since she joined the pack. She couldn't help it, she was trained to guard and protect since she was a pup, thus it is still in her very nature to still do so. As she wandered, she decided to head towards the tracks as that is where she had been staying when she had first came to this city. It was one of the few places outside of Vernice she knew well by now. Walking along, she was quick to pick up on a few scents in the area. One of the scents she recognized as a fellow Vernice dog. One she could tell was from that Ordine pack. The other... she wasn't sure if they were new to one of the other packs or just a stray. She followed the scents until she was able to see them and stopped at a distance just close enough for her to hear them with her good ear, just waiting for now.
* dragonmissy: Claudia was in her own world of memory lane though was brought out of it till she heard a 'hey' from another dog. Her hackles went up slightly but not that the dog could see as she squished her 65lb frame under a box car. Though she would move out from under the box car covered in dirt which she didnt care and shook her fur to get some of it off as it made her fur stick oddly. Her head raised and her tail at a higher angle. Her green eyes looked at the other dog that greeted her though her nose twitched a bit telling her this is a Ordine dog. She gave a warning growl not to come to close to her. SHe didn't trust Ordine dogs they seemed up to something. She remembered her other mother telling her the horrific incident that happened with an elite dog sooo many years ago. Though she didn't back away at all she stood her ground with her head and tail raised in a dominate manner."hey" she spoke very firmly not trusting this dog.
* hedgepaw: Oliver's tail twitched in irritation at the dogs unfriendly manner but he continued kindly."My names Oliver what's yours?" He asked sitting down trying to ignore staring at her messy fur.
* BenLikesBooty: Kyler paused as he got closer, taking care to move himself downwind and slightly behind a bush, out of sight and scent. He perked his ears, listening, and decided that the tones of the bigger dog weren't very friendly. There was two of them, but he could smell three... a Capo and a Kelpie-looking dog were in his sight. He perked his ears a bit higher, but the other capo was a girl, and he was taller then the kelpie. He didn't like to be taller then other males unless he had to fight them. And he wasn't into females. He shook his head, clearing these thoughts from his mind. This had gotten him into this mess in the first place. Gathering his courage, he padded up to the two, trying to see the third dog and failing. He forced himself to wag his tail and smile, to look friendly, but in reality his social anxiety was so high they could probably smell it rolling off him in waves.
* Esaki: A slight limp had plagued him through his patrols this morning...and so he decided to take the opportunity to rest his foot. Minutes turned to hours as the sun moved across the sky, warming the parts on his body that the sun touched until it faded behind the horizon. A loud bass-filled yawn would sound as he opened his jaws wide, snapping them audibly closed. Pushing himself up he would shake and stretch, swaying his head from side to side. No one was up around him...and so he set off. Pausing at a puddle or two for a drink, he would push forth through the brush and eventually end up following the scent of a familiar vernice dog. Claudia. He was merely curious. That was all. His large head would poke out from behind a box car...followed by his stark-white body. Intense pink eyes would watch those who had entered the territory...but for now his maw remained shut to all but Claudia. To her he spoke, "Ahhh...Miss Claudia..making friends are we?" A low tone was given but his body language was friendly. His eyes would pass over the one who's name he had caught..."Oliver hmm? Ordine..." His thoughts would echo, fresh recruit. Small. Cautious. The large rottie-capo mix would sway his head, keeping it level with his topline as his eyes scanned the area. He scented another...and saw a capo. His head would lift a little, his body would square but...it was more his default stance than anything. He wasnt lookin for a fight but he wasnt one to push around. He'd speak aloud in a playfully devious tone, "Evennniiingg every one~"
* Rubbalite: Skelter could tell the male capo could smell her by how he was looking around, but was not seeing her. A small smirk flickered across her scarred muzzle before disappearing as quickly as it came. Then she saw another Vernice join the little gathering. With the way he carried himself, she could tell he must be a gamma at the very least. Only a foolish lower ranker would carry themselves in such a way and, from what she could tell by studying him, he didn't appear to be a fool. She watched them for a moment longer before she slowly began to approach them, quiet as ever.
* Whitelupine: Fail made his away through the woods, normally on a night like this he would be back at Vernice near Mavro's side but he decided he had better get to know his new home better. The three legged Kangal mix was making his way unknowingly towards the place the others had gathered, his hobbling a steady rythem as he moved on, breaking from the woods and standing on a small hill that over looked the congregated group of dogs, he recognized the scent of a couple of Vernice dogs but couldn't remember their names, he also saw strangersa, he decided to wait it out, not yet having any friends on the inside or out.
* dragonmissy: Claudia would hear the dog speak she gave a low hum"Miss Claudia" she spoke to him in a untrusting tone. Her tail swayed trying to loosen up just a bit. These weren't the same dogs years ago on the stories she heard. Hearing another dog come out it was a capo from the other pack or freshly from that pack area. She noted the smile and the friendly demeanor she tried to give a small smile to the him and the Ordine dog. KNowing some of her pack was near she could smell them She would turn to look but who knows these dogs might lunge while her eyes are off them. Hearing a familar voice she "yeah like always" she gave a smirk joking as she wouldn't call these dogs friends just yet. "you should go and say Hi" she turned to Avallock motioned her head at the other two with a suggestion to go sniff some butts like she dared him. She wasn't all serious all the time she liked some playful action wit packmates and those she trusted.Her nose twitched as she could smell another one of her pack this gave her even more confidence in the neutral territory other then Mr. Lock next to her. The more the merrier and if anything goes wrong theywould make it home
* hedgepaw: Oliver blinked as sevral more dogs emerged from the shadows. ON e of which was obviously a higher rank as he seemed to carry himself in such a way that commanded respect. Smiling he barked: "Yeah, whats your name?" He turned to the larger capo cane who seemed nervous. "Names Oliver whats yours?" He asked trying to make the dog feel more at home.
* BenLikesBooty: Kyler approached slowly, his smile flickering as another dog appeared. Fuck, fuck, he was completely outnumbered if it came to a fight. He gaped a little at the other dog, a Rottweiler? No way. It looked like he was covered in flour, or snow, or something, up to his cheeks. Closer scrutiny revealed that was actually his fur color. Kyler realized he was staring and looked away. "Hello, uh, everyone." He figured he should try to be friendly first, and see how everyone was doing before he started searching for bones. That way he could get a feel for their personalities, or... something. He had no idea what he was doing. He tossed another shy look at the white Rottie, ears back slightly. At their introductions, he decided he should probably try to introduce himself as well... though he decided not to tell them he was a Trieste initiate just in case. It was neutral ground, but theses dogs were Mafias. "I’m Kyler. How... how are you all?" ha questioned, forcing that stupid fake smile again. Damn this was uncomfortable. He swiveled an ear at the sound of another approaching dog and considered backing out of the initiation and forgetting about the Trieste. But he didn’t; he just watched his back and waited for an answer.
* Esaki: A twitch of his ear would mark that he had heard something light...something...oh so light...moving forth. Another female...judging from the scent she gave off. Another turn of his head and his eyes would move to locate the---ah. There she was. Once he gave her a bit of a gaze, his head would turn back to look on the merle capo...and the kelpie-mix. He surely did carry himself in a confidant yet laid-back manner. A sudden familiar yet…not…scent would waft past his nose, all but tearing him away from the conversation. Head turned at a rough angle to look over his shoulder at the hills behind. Hmm. More company…but this was a family member judging by the scent. Unaffected by it, his nose would wheel back around to look on the small brown male known as Oliver. ”Avallock.” He’d lean his head forward some to collect more information from the smaller male. Standard dog procedure. But even as he ‘collected info’ his eyes watched the more nervous dogs in the little group. A lip would curl as his brow points raised, accepting the ‘implied’ dare. He would turn and lumber on over to the other male capo…the one who had a light scent on him that Avallock had recognized. He didn’t let that stop him from approaching this other male with a stiffly wagging tail and forward ears. ”Kyler ay? Alright alright…” He noticed the dogs ear shifting toward a sound and turned his head, keeping his eyes on Kyler, ”…you gunna run? But you just got here…” He’d reach his neck forward to give a more proper sniff and then back off, trotting a ways and turning his attention to the hills for a second. Then he’d trot back to the group, a calm charming smile on his maw.
* Rubbalite: Skelter silently moved closer towards the group at almost a snail's pace, as if she was almost hesitant to join them. But, anyone who read her body language, would see a healthy amount of confidence instead of timidness. She was moving at slow as she was because she was listening and learning names as they were spoken. This is how she's been learning names thus far. But a new scent made her stop in her tracks and glanced around a bit. There was another Vernice around here somewhere. Well... at least there was plenty of packmates around in case a fight breaks out. Since the new scent was a Vernice dog instead of someone from the other packs or a stray, she wasn't going to go pester him and moved even closer towards the group until finally one of them saw her. Avallock. She gave him a respectful bow of her head before sitting down and gazing at the others, still just listening for now. Well at least she's trying to be somewhat sociable by being close to the others. X3
* Whitelupine: Fail watched as the capo approached the group and his lips twitched nervously, he knew by now they'd scented him so he couldn't just leave, but, something inside him said to stay where he was, that he had the high ground at the moment and that would keep him safe. The three legged dog sighed then winced as his embedded collar cut even deeper into his neck. He cursed softly then continued to observe the other dogs as some blood oozed from his neck
* dragonmissy: Claudia would sit down as her ears were perked up and watching the dogs come from every direction. Her eyes looking to the capo that spoke.”never better It was a great morning turned into a decent evening” she spoke. She loved the rain so the rainy morning was a good start in her eyes ”How are you. …both” she asked Kyler and Olivier as her head turned to the Ordine. She turned and gave a soft nod to the newer Vernice dog. She seen her briefly around though she looked familiar but she wouldn’t dwell on it not want to question her in front of the other pack dogs.
* BenLikesBooty: Kyler watched the scruffy red and black female, Miss Claudia, carefully as she challenged the other male, then froze when Avallock went from Oliver to himself. “I’m not... gonna run,” he muttered, shivering as the Rottie’s wet nose brushed past him. He caught eyes with Avallock, looking at the Rott’s strange pink ones with his blue ones. Kyler felt the fur rize along his spine and looked away, flexing his paws in the dirt. When he looked up again, he noticed the two other dogs lurking in the distance. They all smelled the same, and Kyler concluded they must be a part of the same Mafia. He gulped, his social anxiety flaring, and his caution increased. “I’m... looking for something,” He asked carefully.
* Esaki: ”Ahh…looking for something? How interesting…and what would a Trieste like yourself be looking for in neutral terf? Food? Company?” He’d lift a lip and chuckle in an eerily light-hearted way. His tail steadily waging at a slow measured pace. When the patchy capo female was seen moving closer…she was trotted to calmly, that smile of his never leaving him. Tail held appropriately high for his rank…head held tall, body squared. A slow wag was given as he stepped around the female, sniffing as he went. Nose lightly touching her back, he’d then pull away at the slightest movement she may have given. He was very familiar with getting bitten by testy females when he poked and prodded at them. Especially when they were in season. ”Ah…seems that Ordine dog ran off…shame.” He’d start to sniff at the ground a bit, eyes flickering in between each of the dogs in neutral turf. He was starting to get hungry and might have to go find a snack of some sort soon. Lifting his head he’d call to Claudia. ”You don’t have anything to eat around here stashed do you Claud?” He’d tilt his head curiously, but his eyes remained darting around, watching the other dogs.
* Rubbalite: Skelter watched as the Ordine dog suddenly took off. ... Well then. Shaking her head lightly, she turned her attention back towards the others, noticing quickly a look that was in Claudia's eyes when she looked at her. The young capo had heard of her, Harley's daughter. Did she use to know her grandmother too? She would give a respectful nod of her head back towards Claudia before turning her attention back to the other two in the group. Kyler's body practically screamed of how nervous he was around them. That capo was definitely not a fighter like she was made to be. When Avallock sniffed at her, she seemed to be fine at first. It was when he touched her back with his nose did she tense up, but did not otherwise growl or snap at him. No... she wasn't dumb enough to do that to one with a higher ranking than her. Besides, he wasn't hurting her. She was just.. not use to physical touch like that is all. She blinked as she watched and continued to silently listen to the group, waiting for Kyler to say what his was looking for. She would only speak if spoken to.
* Whitelupine: Fail finally stood up, his nose twitching as he took in their scents once more, a small part of him wanted to join them, finally the Kangal mix sighed and began making his way down the hill towards the group, his head forward as he walked for balance sake. Capos, there were bigger that he was and he was very much aware of that and the rott didn't help with the size either, but he knew all but one of them was friend for sure so he picked up his pace a little to stand just outside the groups "circle"
* dragonmissy: Claudia's tail raised and her posture high as she smelled and heard the other dog coming. THis one was the big dog that had a missing leg. She though of what Trieste needed in a neutral territory."Maybe something important? worth getting hurt over" she spoke as she started to casually walk around a bit.She wasn't hinting that she would hurt the dog over whatever he was out here for. No she wasn't going to start a battle over nothing. She doubt her uncle would look upon her in a positive light. Her nose went close to the ground to look for food she knew dogs liked to bury there stuff here it had shelter and why not save food for later. "Ordine aren't to be trusted they care about their own crazy agenda and don't care about US dogs" she spoke of prior experiences more like stories that she was told. She would meander about picking up a smell that she could sense was food. Even though her head was down her tail was up.She be ready to take one if they decide to jump her
* BenLikesBooty: Kyler groaned inwardly. They were all looking at him, and he could tell they knew he was nervous. No use pretending to be on top of things now. He was relieved when Avallock went to go sniff another female, who seemed just as alert as Kyler was nervous. He turned to watch the kangal mix approach as Avallock spoke , noticing the gross scars, missing leg, and oozing neck. He shuddered. Is this what being in a Mafia did to you? He would try to keep his legs out of someone's fangs, he thought, getting a strong urge to go help the kangal. He didn't, but it was just in his nature to care. But the kangal made his was just fine, and Kyler turned to listen as the feathered Capo female began to speak. "It is important, uh, to me, at least. I don't want to fight. I just need two bones." He looked around, hoping for a positive reaction from at least one of them. "Any of you... wouldn't happen to have one would you?"
* Esaki: Swinging his heavy head around Avallock would inhale and make his way over to greet the other large burly male…taking a moment to eye the lack of a leg he’d raise his brow points in interest but continue to trot right on over. Once closer, he’d stiffen his tail and square his stance as he walked around the other, sniffing at bits of fur along the males haunches and torso….sniffing at the open wound from the collar around the males nape. Sniffing the dampened bloodied fur on a section of the dogs flesh. Inwardly he had wrinkled his nose in disgust. He never did like collars. Poor big fella. All the while those pink eyes of his would watch the fellow vernice’s head for signs for any warning signs. And just as quick as he came, he’d back off. Giving the heavy male a bit of space. In the meantime…he’d trot over to the blotchy female capo again. His eyes caught those scars and he’d ask a question, ”And…youuuu are?” He wondered if this female had a voice to speak. Perhaps she was just quiet. Her scars hinted at her living a hard life thus far. His eyes worked over the scars and the patterns in her coat before they would shift to watch and listen to Claud as she rooted around. ”Neutral isn’t as safe a place as most dogs make it out to be…” He’d chime in with a smile. After hearing Kyler speak up he’d add on to his sentence. ”Regardless…” He’d take a moment to look around, eying each dog for a lengthy moment, ”…there will beno fights here.” His voice dipped into a more stern one as he spoke those words. ”Ah..just two bones?” He’d trot back over to the capo and circle him once before coming to stand squared in front of him. ”You’ll have to findthem….good luck Mr. Kyler.” He’d raise his brow point and lift a paw to gesture around as if to say ‘don’t see any here.’
* Rubbalite: Skelter turned her head to look at the other dog that finally decided to join them. Ah.. the three legged one. She had heard there was one amongst the pack, but this was the first time for her seeing him. She gave him a little nod of silent greeting before looking back at Avallock as he came back to her, noticing something... off about one of his paws. When asked a question, she gave another respectful bow to him. "Helter Skelter, sir. Or just Skelter if you prefer." Yep, she had a voice alright. She just liked to be quiet for the most part around new dogs. Besides, listening and watching can sometimes tell you all you need to know and more about someone. She noticed he was eyeing her scars, so she turned her head and part of her body so he could look at them better, including that broken part of her docked tail. When he was done and had turn his attention away from her, she readjusted back into a more comfortable sitting position again, glancing between a searching Claudia and Kyler, who was apparently looking for a couple of bones. She shook her head no as she had no bones on her at this time. The poor bastard was out of luck trying to find them the easy way.
* Whitelupine: Fail felt their eyes searching him, judging him, and when the rott approached him he kept his head low in submission, his eyes following the large dog as he was checked over. When Avallock went back to the group his eyes met Skelter's and he tipped his head in greeting at the acknowledgment of another dog who'd obviously had a rough life as he had. He recognized the curious glances, no, none of these scars had come from his new life... his old life had given him these forever reminders of his past. He moved closer and sat a few yards away from the Rott mix, letting out a relieved sigh as his weight was taken off of his remaining front leg.
* dragonmissy: Claudia would get to greeting the new dogs or other pack members in due time she was in no rush. Not that they wanted her to rush over if she needed to it usually was to address something they did wrong. She was much more laid back when getting her nose into other dogs business but happy that the pup was getting to know the other dogs. He was much more full of energy then her. She would though pause as she thought she found what she was looking for. She started to dig at the spot rather quickly tossing dirt and debris between her legs and out the back. ” how big of a bone” she would huff out as she continued to dig for the smelly meaty object that some stray probably was saving. Glancing up she would see the Kangal come in to view and that neck wound looked horrid. She wondered if it could be removed. The dog looked like a walking beating bag and wondered what he did to get those scars. She wasn’t about to ask right at the moment. Finally getting to what was smelly she would grab the small body of a opossum. Its head was eaten but nothing much else. She would prance about with her head held high like she was even more proud of herself then she already was. Then plopped it down infront of Avallock as he asked if she knew were food was.”The nose knows.” she would look at the others not sure if they were going to try and advance on the opossum. ”well these bones are all I have” she spoke to Kyler as it was true but didn’t know what bones he was talking about.
* BenLikesBooty: Kyler's mood plunged as the hot Rott (I had to) spoke. No bones. Well no shit there was no bones, but he was hoping one of them would have some hidden or whatever. When the other Capo, Skelter, confirmed the same thing he dropped his head. All that social anxiety for nothing? Maybe they were hidden. He perked his ears when Claudia spoke to him, however, and his hopes got up. "You mean size? Does size really matter?" He joked, but shut up quickly when he realized no one was laughing. "No, I don't think so." He watched her dig, and if he had fingers he would have crossed them. A stench started wafting from the hole she was creating, and when she pulled out the partially eaten opossum he leaped up. Holy shit. Holy shit! Fuck yeah, bones! Kyler grinned. "Thank you, uh, Miss Claudia!" He trotted up to her, all caution forgotten, and licked her cheek. She wasn't a dude but hey, he'd kiss her for helping him with this Goddamn initiation. But when he realized how the others were watching him he sobered up - real fast. "Ehem.. Uh. Thanks."
* Esaki: A ‘tsk’ sound would fall from his lips when he was referred to as a ‘sir’…truthfully he enjoyed the respect but…he thought he would never get used to it. Reguardless, he’d calm now. A rather chilled head-nod was given to both miss skelter and mr…hmm…”Nice to meet you Miss Skelter…but you..” He’d stay put but turn his head to the large three-legged dog. ”…Mr….?” He’d wait for a reply…should he get one. BUT THEN SUDDENLY POSSUM CARCAS. His ‘puppy nature’ would be revealed for a split second as he happy-hopped at the offering. Giving a few ‘thank you’ air-licks to Claudias muzzle before he’d lean down into a lay and start gnawing at the possums stomach. ”Ohhh yessss thank you kindly Miss Cl—!” A sudden threatening gaze would replace his words as he chewed on the flesh of the possum. staring intensely at Kyler as he neared Claudia and the possum….No no noooo careful Mr. Kyler.
* Rubbalite: What can she say? Skelter was still getting use to the whole pack scene and didn't want to piss off someone by simply not showing enough respect verbally, thus why she uses sir and miss to address those above her rank. She gave another nod to him when he said it was nice to meet her, a bit surprised he just referred to her as Miss Skelter instead of just Skelter. This was a first. She glanced back when Avallock asked the three legged one his name. And then there was a possum dropped by him. Skelter stood up and moved away from them a bit before sitting back down. She learned the hard way in her youth that you do not mess with a dog and their meal. Hell, she became no better when it came to having food herself. When Kyler came over all happily towards Claudia, she saw that look in Avallock's pretty pink eyes. Oh boy... that capo better watch out, otherside things could get ugly real fast. She glanced quickly at Fail to see if he noticed it too before looking back to see what would happen next.
* Whitelupine: Fail opened his mouth to respond then blinked as the larger dog went full out puppy for a moment when the possum came into play. Then he felt the emotions shift as the the capo approached the Rott and the possum, his head lowered slightly as he watched to see what would happen, still having not said his name.
* dragonmissy: Claudia was not expecting Kyler to come over and lick her face at all no one licked her maybe her mother but that was it. She did not snap as it was a kind gesture and respectful thank you. She accepted Avallock’s thanks as well. She smiled ”no problem got to keep the pack well fed after all” she would nod to him He was a growing dog still he probably got way more hungrier then she would be. She turned to Kyler and carefully stepped between him and Avallock not wanting to see the dogs face ripped in two. ”Once Avallock has his fill I am sure you can scavenge some bones from the carcass.” she was sure he did want to heed her warning of being patient as to not get hurt. She wasn’t sure if the bones would help or not but its not her concern what they needed. Her gaze broke from Kyler and then looked at the big messed up dog.”sorry to interrupt. What is your name so we don’t make one up for you” she asked as she would just call him fluffy scars or something.
* BenLikesBooty: Kyler choked as he realized how he had offended the high-ranking mafia dog when he got too close to the carcass. He had thought Miss CLaudia had been offering it to him and was confused when the Rottweiler had pounced on it, even more confused when Avallock had snarled at him. His first mistake as a Mafia dog and he wasn't even initiated yet. Fwump, there went his ears and tail. Straight back, straight in between his legs. He was glad Vincent wasn't watching him... if Vincent had spies out monitoring his progress, they were sure to kill him before he could bring bones back to the Don. That had been a fuck up of epic proportions. "Mister Alvallock... I got a bit too cocky. I uh... apologize, if you would accept it." He could feel his fucking heartbeat, but he needed those bones. "If there's any chance I could have your leftovers I would be grateful." He wagged his tail a bit, looking away in what he hoped would seem to be a respectful gesture. To Claudia, he said, "I'm sorry if I offended you too... I got a bit excited. Also, I'm an idiot."
* Esaki: The rottie-mix’s jaw would crunch crunch crunch rhymicly as he grasped the possum in between his large front paws. His eyes would clam when both Claudia and Kyler noticed his slight warning. If Kyler had went closer…he’d had respectfully chomped his face in warning. Just as the strays in the city had taught him to do. Food aggression…was most defiantly something he had. But even then…he retained a bit of class. Through bites and chomps of flesh he’d speak, ”No harm no foul…just watch yourself green blood. Many strays…*nom nom* don’t take kindly…*rip-chomp*...to dogs near their…*chomp nom* food….hmm…consider that lesson ay?” He’d have a lighter tone at the end there, and even show the other male his bloodied teeth in a comical grimace. He’d tilt his head over to Miss Skelter. ”Shes…got the right idea.” He’d rise after he had his fill…gathering what was left of the carcass and carrying it over…right on over to Kylers face. Right up close. Eyes intense and watching. A dare almost. He’d hold the gaze a moment, then simply drop what was left of the possum…but not before he’d place his paw on the rib cage, lean his head down, and RIP out a rib bone to crunch audibly between his jaws. ”…Learn things quick n’ yuh wont—*crunch crunch crunch*—be an idiot for long. Apology accepted.” Even in his youth the rottie-mix held himself in a most confidant…intelligent way. Clearly, he was rational even when it came to his food aggression. He’d stay standing close to both Claudia and Kyler, his eyes nonchalantly moving from Kyler to Claudia…then from Claudia to Skelter, then finally they would linger on the ‘three-legged’ male. Waiting, listening for his answer.
* Rubbalite: Skelter was watching and listening to the others speak and Avallock consuming on that possum in her silence. Her belly grumbled softly, reminding her she will have to get a quick snack before going back home. Home... it was still weird for her to call the territory of Vernice her home. She never considered anyplace else her home ever, not even when she was still with humans. Her glance went unto Avallock once more when he spoke about her. Was that one of those things others called praise? She didn't know. Either way, that is the closest thing she's ever got to a praise, so that had to be something, right? With a conflict avoided with a simple apology from Kyler, she looked over at the other male to hear what his name was.
* Whitelupine: Fail watched the incident before him quietly, slightly amused by the capo getting a lesson taught to him and then realized all eyes were on him and his shoulders dropped slightly "shit..." he thought then replied to Claudia in a surprisingly smooth voice "My name, is Fail."
* dragonmissy: Claudia let Avallock talk to his buddy capo about what was going on after all it was really up to him if he felt generous enough to let the trieste get the bones or not. Though she wouldn't make a big deal out of the miss understanding"Dont sweat it" she spoke. Maybe the dog wouldnt beat himself up for it as Avallock seemed to be handling it. She didnt need to make the dog pee itself. Why stress over the slight missunderstanding. She would look at the large dog finally hearing a name "Fail? oh.. ok " she looked like she didnt particularly like the name. As no dog should be a failure unless he was a mentally ill that he couldnt function."Alright Fail, Skelter right" she would look at the other capo. Making sure she heard her name as she was digging for the opposum. "how are you two fairing" She asked wondering if they were having trouble or just conversation maybe she could help
* BenLikesBooty: Kyler was glad to hear that they accepted his apology. Even gladder to hear that he was gonna get his bones. But when Avallock got in his face, it dampened the mood a little. The Rottweiler stared at him challengingly, and Kye didn’t know what he was supposed to do. He opened his mouth to take the carecass, but Avallock slammed it down and ripped a bone out. He needed bones... obviously the male was threatening him... Or, he thought as he listened to him talk, teaching him. And although he was still embarrassed - no, fucking humiliated still, he was glad for it. It was better then getting his throat ripped out, in the very least.Oh well, Avallock was still hot. As the rott walked away, Kyler dipped his head and yanked out two of the ribs from the carcass, the biggest ones that were left. Setting them down, he confronted the others, making eye contact with Avallock first and then Claudia. “Um. I want to apologize again for my mistakes, and thank you all for your help and kindness. I have to be getting back, as this was supposed to be a quick task, but I will remember the four of you. If you need anything, I’ll do my best to help.” And with that, he dipped his head and picked up his bones, nodding to each respectfully, and took his leave.
* Esaki: Ahhh. ”You already apologized Mr. Kyler. Surely, you don’t think ill hold a grudge so easily?” He’d playfully lower his voice to that of a ‘mock’ offended tone and then smirk, eyes narrowed. His ears would perk up as he caught the larger male speaking Licking his chops clean as he paid attention. A section of his white fur was splattered a pleasant crimson color near his chest and front paws. ”Fail huh?...” He’d visibly shrug a shoulder. ”Well its not the strangest name I’ve come across…Slightly unfortunate…Nice to meet you Mr. Fail.” He’d raise a brow point and tilt his head. His head would swivel over to look past the dogs…into the darkened distance. Into vernice turf. Into home. A gruff, ”Ay Claud—“ would start a sentence. ”You gunna stay here or make your way back home? Im full but not…full-full. Gunna head back and grab some stray cat to eat or something. You all—“ He’d pause and lift his head to look at each Vernice dog, tail high. ”—feel free to join me in returning home or stay.” He’d pause again, look off into the darkness, and start to trot forward, ”…don’t care which.” And with that, he would continue. The white of his coat standing out just enough to make him seem almost-ghost like as he slipped out of view…into the darkness that shrouded Vernice.
* Rubbalite: Skelter's holey bad ear flickered when Fail spoke, as if she was trying to figure out if she heard him right. But then Claudia and Avallock said it too. Okay, she knew the name she chose to go by was weird and all, but... Fail? Now that was just sad. Meh.. whatever floats his boat. Could be worse she guessed. She gave a nod to Claudia when she said both of their names to show the older capo was correct. When asked, she gave her shoulders a light shrug. "Alright."Simple enough answer. "You?" When Kyler went to take his leave, she bowed her head back to him. That Trieste maybe a bit naive, but he wasn't too bad, so she gave him a little respect in return. When Avallock spoke up about going to grab something to eat before heading back, she politely nodded her head in understanding to what he said. However, she would not be joining him or the others. Standing up, she gave each a silent nod of farewell for the time being and, unless stopped, she would begin to walk away to find a meal on her own before heading back. She still didn't quite trust herself not to snap at others while trying to find food with them, so, instead of risking it, she will just wander alone like she has been used to.
* Whitelupine: Without saying anything Fail winced back a little at their reactions to his name, it was all he knew, it was all he had ever been called all his life except for that brief time his pups had called him Papa, sure he'd concidered other names but, he felt he was unworthy of another name, he stood and began to walk away slowly, his ear nubs back*
* dragonmissy: Claudia would listen to Avallock and then the other dogs."Yea i am heading back," she spoke to Avallock. She though nodded with a small smile"well good im alright gona go crash soon" she spoke as she would turn seeing the others just leave she shrugged and exhaled and would start to head back to the territory and find the office building she called sleeping chambers and get snuggled u p
* BenLikesBooty: Kyler sighed as he trudged off the Trieste border and into neutral territory. He looked over his shoulder, his hair getting in his eyes, and looked away again. This part of the initiation he had to do on his own. And he really, reallywanted to impress the Don, the handsome Vincent. Rolling his shoulders, he started his little quest. He had no clue where he was supposed to find a dog with a bone, or if there was even a dog with a bone out here. Maybe it was just a trick, maybe Vincent realized how stupid he was when he pledged his allegiance and this was all some clever ruse to get Kyler out of the pack. Maybe the dog that was supposed to hand over this bone was actually supposed to kill him. Maybe that was why the mafia had rescued him in the first place, so they could tear him up themselves. He walked with his nose down, and though he smelled lots of squirrels and other wildlife, he didn't scent any other dogs. He looked up and spotted an old traincar, and decided to make his way towards it and the tracks.
* dragonmissy: Claudia was at the train tracks she was wondering about as she would think about the nostalgic times here at the tracks. They weren't welcome in vernice when the crazy dane was about nor Trieste and they wouldnt dare go to ordine but she was just a pup when this all happened but still the dirt and semi familiar settings brought a happy time in her life. Arlyne the other mother dog she missed dearly with her siblings she wondered where they ran off too and hoped even though at how long its been that they were living in other parts of the world. She would crawl under a familiar car as she would just think as she curled up but glanced out from under it.
* hedgepaw: Oliver sat motionless in the neutral lands his olive eyes scanning the train tracks for anything, that moved. He was out here to hunt, mostly rats or something but the real reason was, he had nothing batter to do.Suddenly he spotted movement out of the corner of his eye and spotted Claudia, well he thought warily maybe she was friendly. He quickly sat up heading toward the female. "Hey" He barked in greeting.
* BenLikesBooty: The Remmington Capo trotted along. It was a bit chilly at night now, since it was the beginning of fall. He hated the heat in the day and the freezing temperatures at night, but right now the weather was perfect. Chilly was how he liked it. Warm enough to do stuff but cold enough for cuddling. He looked up instead of at his paws as he walked, because he remembered someone telling him that it made you look more confident. Kyler sure didn't feel confident. As he got closer, he hear a dog's bark. He squinted, hoping they weren't talking to him, or about to attack. THey weren't, he realized, as the dog walked towards another dog. Great. He was outnumbered.
* Rubbalite: Skelter had just finished doing yet another patrol and figured a little walk around neutral territory would be a nice additional exercise. Yes, the young capo has been doing a lot of border patrols since she joined the pack. She couldn't help it, she was trained to guard and protect since she was a pup, thus it is still in her very nature to still do so. As she wandered, she decided to head towards the tracks as that is where she had been staying when she had first came to this city. It was one of the few places outside of Vernice she knew well by now. Walking along, she was quick to pick up on a few scents in the area. One of the scents she recognized as a fellow Vernice dog. One she could tell was from that Ordine pack. The other... she wasn't sure if they were new to one of the other packs or just a stray. She followed the scents until she was able to see them and stopped at a distance just close enough for her to hear them with her good ear, just waiting for now.
* dragonmissy: Claudia was in her own world of memory lane though was brought out of it till she heard a 'hey' from another dog. Her hackles went up slightly but not that the dog could see as she squished her 65lb frame under a box car. Though she would move out from under the box car covered in dirt which she didnt care and shook her fur to get some of it off as it made her fur stick oddly. Her head raised and her tail at a higher angle. Her green eyes looked at the other dog that greeted her though her nose twitched a bit telling her this is a Ordine dog. She gave a warning growl not to come to close to her. SHe didn't trust Ordine dogs they seemed up to something. She remembered her other mother telling her the horrific incident that happened with an elite dog sooo many years ago. Though she didn't back away at all she stood her ground with her head and tail raised in a dominate manner."hey" she spoke very firmly not trusting this dog.
* hedgepaw: Oliver's tail twitched in irritation at the dogs unfriendly manner but he continued kindly."My names Oliver what's yours?" He asked sitting down trying to ignore staring at her messy fur.
* BenLikesBooty: Kyler paused as he got closer, taking care to move himself downwind and slightly behind a bush, out of sight and scent. He perked his ears, listening, and decided that the tones of the bigger dog weren't very friendly. There was two of them, but he could smell three... a Capo and a Kelpie-looking dog were in his sight. He perked his ears a bit higher, but the other capo was a girl, and he was taller then the kelpie. He didn't like to be taller then other males unless he had to fight them. And he wasn't into females. He shook his head, clearing these thoughts from his mind. This had gotten him into this mess in the first place. Gathering his courage, he padded up to the two, trying to see the third dog and failing. He forced himself to wag his tail and smile, to look friendly, but in reality his social anxiety was so high they could probably smell it rolling off him in waves.
* Esaki: A slight limp had plagued him through his patrols this morning...and so he decided to take the opportunity to rest his foot. Minutes turned to hours as the sun moved across the sky, warming the parts on his body that the sun touched until it faded behind the horizon. A loud bass-filled yawn would sound as he opened his jaws wide, snapping them audibly closed. Pushing himself up he would shake and stretch, swaying his head from side to side. No one was up around him...and so he set off. Pausing at a puddle or two for a drink, he would push forth through the brush and eventually end up following the scent of a familiar vernice dog. Claudia. He was merely curious. That was all. His large head would poke out from behind a box car...followed by his stark-white body. Intense pink eyes would watch those who had entered the territory...but for now his maw remained shut to all but Claudia. To her he spoke, "Ahhh...Miss Claudia..making friends are we?" A low tone was given but his body language was friendly. His eyes would pass over the one who's name he had caught..."Oliver hmm? Ordine..." His thoughts would echo, fresh recruit. Small. Cautious. The large rottie-capo mix would sway his head, keeping it level with his topline as his eyes scanned the area. He scented another...and saw a capo. His head would lift a little, his body would square but...it was more his default stance than anything. He wasnt lookin for a fight but he wasnt one to push around. He'd speak aloud in a playfully devious tone, "Evennniiingg every one~"
* Rubbalite: Skelter could tell the male capo could smell her by how he was looking around, but was not seeing her. A small smirk flickered across her scarred muzzle before disappearing as quickly as it came. Then she saw another Vernice join the little gathering. With the way he carried himself, she could tell he must be a gamma at the very least. Only a foolish lower ranker would carry themselves in such a way and, from what she could tell by studying him, he didn't appear to be a fool. She watched them for a moment longer before she slowly began to approach them, quiet as ever.
* Whitelupine: Fail made his away through the woods, normally on a night like this he would be back at Vernice near Mavro's side but he decided he had better get to know his new home better. The three legged Kangal mix was making his way unknowingly towards the place the others had gathered, his hobbling a steady rythem as he moved on, breaking from the woods and standing on a small hill that over looked the congregated group of dogs, he recognized the scent of a couple of Vernice dogs but couldn't remember their names, he also saw strangersa, he decided to wait it out, not yet having any friends on the inside or out.
* dragonmissy: Claudia would hear the dog speak she gave a low hum"Miss Claudia" she spoke to him in a untrusting tone. Her tail swayed trying to loosen up just a bit. These weren't the same dogs years ago on the stories she heard. Hearing another dog come out it was a capo from the other pack or freshly from that pack area. She noted the smile and the friendly demeanor she tried to give a small smile to the him and the Ordine dog. KNowing some of her pack was near she could smell them She would turn to look but who knows these dogs might lunge while her eyes are off them. Hearing a familar voice she "yeah like always" she gave a smirk joking as she wouldn't call these dogs friends just yet. "you should go and say Hi" she turned to Avallock motioned her head at the other two with a suggestion to go sniff some butts like she dared him. She wasn't all serious all the time she liked some playful action wit packmates and those she trusted.Her nose twitched as she could smell another one of her pack this gave her even more confidence in the neutral territory other then Mr. Lock next to her. The more the merrier and if anything goes wrong theywould make it home
* hedgepaw: Oliver blinked as sevral more dogs emerged from the shadows. ON e of which was obviously a higher rank as he seemed to carry himself in such a way that commanded respect. Smiling he barked: "Yeah, whats your name?" He turned to the larger capo cane who seemed nervous. "Names Oliver whats yours?" He asked trying to make the dog feel more at home.
* BenLikesBooty: Kyler approached slowly, his smile flickering as another dog appeared. Fuck, fuck, he was completely outnumbered if it came to a fight. He gaped a little at the other dog, a Rottweiler? No way. It looked like he was covered in flour, or snow, or something, up to his cheeks. Closer scrutiny revealed that was actually his fur color. Kyler realized he was staring and looked away. "Hello, uh, everyone." He figured he should try to be friendly first, and see how everyone was doing before he started searching for bones. That way he could get a feel for their personalities, or... something. He had no idea what he was doing. He tossed another shy look at the white Rottie, ears back slightly. At their introductions, he decided he should probably try to introduce himself as well... though he decided not to tell them he was a Trieste initiate just in case. It was neutral ground, but theses dogs were Mafias. "I’m Kyler. How... how are you all?" ha questioned, forcing that stupid fake smile again. Damn this was uncomfortable. He swiveled an ear at the sound of another approaching dog and considered backing out of the initiation and forgetting about the Trieste. But he didn’t; he just watched his back and waited for an answer.
* Esaki: A twitch of his ear would mark that he had heard something light...something...oh so light...moving forth. Another female...judging from the scent she gave off. Another turn of his head and his eyes would move to locate the---ah. There she was. Once he gave her a bit of a gaze, his head would turn back to look on the merle capo...and the kelpie-mix. He surely did carry himself in a confidant yet laid-back manner. A sudden familiar yet…not…scent would waft past his nose, all but tearing him away from the conversation. Head turned at a rough angle to look over his shoulder at the hills behind. Hmm. More company…but this was a family member judging by the scent. Unaffected by it, his nose would wheel back around to look on the small brown male known as Oliver. ”Avallock.” He’d lean his head forward some to collect more information from the smaller male. Standard dog procedure. But even as he ‘collected info’ his eyes watched the more nervous dogs in the little group. A lip would curl as his brow points raised, accepting the ‘implied’ dare. He would turn and lumber on over to the other male capo…the one who had a light scent on him that Avallock had recognized. He didn’t let that stop him from approaching this other male with a stiffly wagging tail and forward ears. ”Kyler ay? Alright alright…” He noticed the dogs ear shifting toward a sound and turned his head, keeping his eyes on Kyler, ”…you gunna run? But you just got here…” He’d reach his neck forward to give a more proper sniff and then back off, trotting a ways and turning his attention to the hills for a second. Then he’d trot back to the group, a calm charming smile on his maw.
* Rubbalite: Skelter silently moved closer towards the group at almost a snail's pace, as if she was almost hesitant to join them. But, anyone who read her body language, would see a healthy amount of confidence instead of timidness. She was moving at slow as she was because she was listening and learning names as they were spoken. This is how she's been learning names thus far. But a new scent made her stop in her tracks and glanced around a bit. There was another Vernice around here somewhere. Well... at least there was plenty of packmates around in case a fight breaks out. Since the new scent was a Vernice dog instead of someone from the other packs or a stray, she wasn't going to go pester him and moved even closer towards the group until finally one of them saw her. Avallock. She gave him a respectful bow of her head before sitting down and gazing at the others, still just listening for now. Well at least she's trying to be somewhat sociable by being close to the others. X3
* Whitelupine: Fail watched as the capo approached the group and his lips twitched nervously, he knew by now they'd scented him so he couldn't just leave, but, something inside him said to stay where he was, that he had the high ground at the moment and that would keep him safe. The three legged dog sighed then winced as his embedded collar cut even deeper into his neck. He cursed softly then continued to observe the other dogs as some blood oozed from his neck
* dragonmissy: Claudia would sit down as her ears were perked up and watching the dogs come from every direction. Her eyes looking to the capo that spoke.”never better It was a great morning turned into a decent evening” she spoke. She loved the rain so the rainy morning was a good start in her eyes ”How are you. …both” she asked Kyler and Olivier as her head turned to the Ordine. She turned and gave a soft nod to the newer Vernice dog. She seen her briefly around though she looked familiar but she wouldn’t dwell on it not want to question her in front of the other pack dogs.
* BenLikesBooty: Kyler watched the scruffy red and black female, Miss Claudia, carefully as she challenged the other male, then froze when Avallock went from Oliver to himself. “I’m not... gonna run,” he muttered, shivering as the Rottie’s wet nose brushed past him. He caught eyes with Avallock, looking at the Rott’s strange pink ones with his blue ones. Kyler felt the fur rize along his spine and looked away, flexing his paws in the dirt. When he looked up again, he noticed the two other dogs lurking in the distance. They all smelled the same, and Kyler concluded they must be a part of the same Mafia. He gulped, his social anxiety flaring, and his caution increased. “I’m... looking for something,” He asked carefully.
* Esaki: ”Ahh…looking for something? How interesting…and what would a Trieste like yourself be looking for in neutral terf? Food? Company?” He’d lift a lip and chuckle in an eerily light-hearted way. His tail steadily waging at a slow measured pace. When the patchy capo female was seen moving closer…she was trotted to calmly, that smile of his never leaving him. Tail held appropriately high for his rank…head held tall, body squared. A slow wag was given as he stepped around the female, sniffing as he went. Nose lightly touching her back, he’d then pull away at the slightest movement she may have given. He was very familiar with getting bitten by testy females when he poked and prodded at them. Especially when they were in season. ”Ah…seems that Ordine dog ran off…shame.” He’d start to sniff at the ground a bit, eyes flickering in between each of the dogs in neutral turf. He was starting to get hungry and might have to go find a snack of some sort soon. Lifting his head he’d call to Claudia. ”You don’t have anything to eat around here stashed do you Claud?” He’d tilt his head curiously, but his eyes remained darting around, watching the other dogs.
* Rubbalite: Skelter watched as the Ordine dog suddenly took off. ... Well then. Shaking her head lightly, she turned her attention back towards the others, noticing quickly a look that was in Claudia's eyes when she looked at her. The young capo had heard of her, Harley's daughter. Did she use to know her grandmother too? She would give a respectful nod of her head back towards Claudia before turning her attention back to the other two in the group. Kyler's body practically screamed of how nervous he was around them. That capo was definitely not a fighter like she was made to be. When Avallock sniffed at her, she seemed to be fine at first. It was when he touched her back with his nose did she tense up, but did not otherwise growl or snap at him. No... she wasn't dumb enough to do that to one with a higher ranking than her. Besides, he wasn't hurting her. She was just.. not use to physical touch like that is all. She blinked as she watched and continued to silently listen to the group, waiting for Kyler to say what his was looking for. She would only speak if spoken to.
* Whitelupine: Fail finally stood up, his nose twitching as he took in their scents once more, a small part of him wanted to join them, finally the Kangal mix sighed and began making his way down the hill towards the group, his head forward as he walked for balance sake. Capos, there were bigger that he was and he was very much aware of that and the rott didn't help with the size either, but he knew all but one of them was friend for sure so he picked up his pace a little to stand just outside the groups "circle"
* dragonmissy: Claudia's tail raised and her posture high as she smelled and heard the other dog coming. THis one was the big dog that had a missing leg. She though of what Trieste needed in a neutral territory."Maybe something important? worth getting hurt over" she spoke as she started to casually walk around a bit.She wasn't hinting that she would hurt the dog over whatever he was out here for. No she wasn't going to start a battle over nothing. She doubt her uncle would look upon her in a positive light. Her nose went close to the ground to look for food she knew dogs liked to bury there stuff here it had shelter and why not save food for later. "Ordine aren't to be trusted they care about their own crazy agenda and don't care about US dogs" she spoke of prior experiences more like stories that she was told. She would meander about picking up a smell that she could sense was food. Even though her head was down her tail was up.She be ready to take one if they decide to jump her
* BenLikesBooty: Kyler groaned inwardly. They were all looking at him, and he could tell they knew he was nervous. No use pretending to be on top of things now. He was relieved when Avallock went to go sniff another female, who seemed just as alert as Kyler was nervous. He turned to watch the kangal mix approach as Avallock spoke , noticing the gross scars, missing leg, and oozing neck. He shuddered. Is this what being in a Mafia did to you? He would try to keep his legs out of someone's fangs, he thought, getting a strong urge to go help the kangal. He didn't, but it was just in his nature to care. But the kangal made his was just fine, and Kyler turned to listen as the feathered Capo female began to speak. "It is important, uh, to me, at least. I don't want to fight. I just need two bones." He looked around, hoping for a positive reaction from at least one of them. "Any of you... wouldn't happen to have one would you?"
* Esaki: Swinging his heavy head around Avallock would inhale and make his way over to greet the other large burly male…taking a moment to eye the lack of a leg he’d raise his brow points in interest but continue to trot right on over. Once closer, he’d stiffen his tail and square his stance as he walked around the other, sniffing at bits of fur along the males haunches and torso….sniffing at the open wound from the collar around the males nape. Sniffing the dampened bloodied fur on a section of the dogs flesh. Inwardly he had wrinkled his nose in disgust. He never did like collars. Poor big fella. All the while those pink eyes of his would watch the fellow vernice’s head for signs for any warning signs. And just as quick as he came, he’d back off. Giving the heavy male a bit of space. In the meantime…he’d trot over to the blotchy female capo again. His eyes caught those scars and he’d ask a question, ”And…youuuu are?” He wondered if this female had a voice to speak. Perhaps she was just quiet. Her scars hinted at her living a hard life thus far. His eyes worked over the scars and the patterns in her coat before they would shift to watch and listen to Claud as she rooted around. ”Neutral isn’t as safe a place as most dogs make it out to be…” He’d chime in with a smile. After hearing Kyler speak up he’d add on to his sentence. ”Regardless…” He’d take a moment to look around, eying each dog for a lengthy moment, ”…there will beno fights here.” His voice dipped into a more stern one as he spoke those words. ”Ah..just two bones?” He’d trot back over to the capo and circle him once before coming to stand squared in front of him. ”You’ll have to findthem….good luck Mr. Kyler.” He’d raise his brow point and lift a paw to gesture around as if to say ‘don’t see any here.’
* Rubbalite: Skelter turned her head to look at the other dog that finally decided to join them. Ah.. the three legged one. She had heard there was one amongst the pack, but this was the first time for her seeing him. She gave him a little nod of silent greeting before looking back at Avallock as he came back to her, noticing something... off about one of his paws. When asked a question, she gave another respectful bow to him. "Helter Skelter, sir. Or just Skelter if you prefer." Yep, she had a voice alright. She just liked to be quiet for the most part around new dogs. Besides, listening and watching can sometimes tell you all you need to know and more about someone. She noticed he was eyeing her scars, so she turned her head and part of her body so he could look at them better, including that broken part of her docked tail. When he was done and had turn his attention away from her, she readjusted back into a more comfortable sitting position again, glancing between a searching Claudia and Kyler, who was apparently looking for a couple of bones. She shook her head no as she had no bones on her at this time. The poor bastard was out of luck trying to find them the easy way.
* Whitelupine: Fail felt their eyes searching him, judging him, and when the rott approached him he kept his head low in submission, his eyes following the large dog as he was checked over. When Avallock went back to the group his eyes met Skelter's and he tipped his head in greeting at the acknowledgment of another dog who'd obviously had a rough life as he had. He recognized the curious glances, no, none of these scars had come from his new life... his old life had given him these forever reminders of his past. He moved closer and sat a few yards away from the Rott mix, letting out a relieved sigh as his weight was taken off of his remaining front leg.
* dragonmissy: Claudia would get to greeting the new dogs or other pack members in due time she was in no rush. Not that they wanted her to rush over if she needed to it usually was to address something they did wrong. She was much more laid back when getting her nose into other dogs business but happy that the pup was getting to know the other dogs. He was much more full of energy then her. She would though pause as she thought she found what she was looking for. She started to dig at the spot rather quickly tossing dirt and debris between her legs and out the back. ” how big of a bone” she would huff out as she continued to dig for the smelly meaty object that some stray probably was saving. Glancing up she would see the Kangal come in to view and that neck wound looked horrid. She wondered if it could be removed. The dog looked like a walking beating bag and wondered what he did to get those scars. She wasn’t about to ask right at the moment. Finally getting to what was smelly she would grab the small body of a opossum. Its head was eaten but nothing much else. She would prance about with her head held high like she was even more proud of herself then she already was. Then plopped it down infront of Avallock as he asked if she knew were food was.”The nose knows.” she would look at the others not sure if they were going to try and advance on the opossum. ”well these bones are all I have” she spoke to Kyler as it was true but didn’t know what bones he was talking about.
* BenLikesBooty: Kyler's mood plunged as the hot Rott (I had to) spoke. No bones. Well no shit there was no bones, but he was hoping one of them would have some hidden or whatever. When the other Capo, Skelter, confirmed the same thing he dropped his head. All that social anxiety for nothing? Maybe they were hidden. He perked his ears when Claudia spoke to him, however, and his hopes got up. "You mean size? Does size really matter?" He joked, but shut up quickly when he realized no one was laughing. "No, I don't think so." He watched her dig, and if he had fingers he would have crossed them. A stench started wafting from the hole she was creating, and when she pulled out the partially eaten opossum he leaped up. Holy shit. Holy shit! Fuck yeah, bones! Kyler grinned. "Thank you, uh, Miss Claudia!" He trotted up to her, all caution forgotten, and licked her cheek. She wasn't a dude but hey, he'd kiss her for helping him with this Goddamn initiation. But when he realized how the others were watching him he sobered up - real fast. "Ehem.. Uh. Thanks."
* Esaki: A ‘tsk’ sound would fall from his lips when he was referred to as a ‘sir’…truthfully he enjoyed the respect but…he thought he would never get used to it. Reguardless, he’d calm now. A rather chilled head-nod was given to both miss skelter and mr…hmm…”Nice to meet you Miss Skelter…but you..” He’d stay put but turn his head to the large three-legged dog. ”…Mr….?” He’d wait for a reply…should he get one. BUT THEN SUDDENLY POSSUM CARCAS. His ‘puppy nature’ would be revealed for a split second as he happy-hopped at the offering. Giving a few ‘thank you’ air-licks to Claudias muzzle before he’d lean down into a lay and start gnawing at the possums stomach. ”Ohhh yessss thank you kindly Miss Cl—!” A sudden threatening gaze would replace his words as he chewed on the flesh of the possum. staring intensely at Kyler as he neared Claudia and the possum….No no noooo careful Mr. Kyler.
* Rubbalite: What can she say? Skelter was still getting use to the whole pack scene and didn't want to piss off someone by simply not showing enough respect verbally, thus why she uses sir and miss to address those above her rank. She gave another nod to him when he said it was nice to meet her, a bit surprised he just referred to her as Miss Skelter instead of just Skelter. This was a first. She glanced back when Avallock asked the three legged one his name. And then there was a possum dropped by him. Skelter stood up and moved away from them a bit before sitting back down. She learned the hard way in her youth that you do not mess with a dog and their meal. Hell, she became no better when it came to having food herself. When Kyler came over all happily towards Claudia, she saw that look in Avallock's pretty pink eyes. Oh boy... that capo better watch out, otherside things could get ugly real fast. She glanced quickly at Fail to see if he noticed it too before looking back to see what would happen next.
* Whitelupine: Fail opened his mouth to respond then blinked as the larger dog went full out puppy for a moment when the possum came into play. Then he felt the emotions shift as the the capo approached the Rott and the possum, his head lowered slightly as he watched to see what would happen, still having not said his name.
* dragonmissy: Claudia was not expecting Kyler to come over and lick her face at all no one licked her maybe her mother but that was it. She did not snap as it was a kind gesture and respectful thank you. She accepted Avallock’s thanks as well. She smiled ”no problem got to keep the pack well fed after all” she would nod to him He was a growing dog still he probably got way more hungrier then she would be. She turned to Kyler and carefully stepped between him and Avallock not wanting to see the dogs face ripped in two. ”Once Avallock has his fill I am sure you can scavenge some bones from the carcass.” she was sure he did want to heed her warning of being patient as to not get hurt. She wasn’t sure if the bones would help or not but its not her concern what they needed. Her gaze broke from Kyler and then looked at the big messed up dog.”sorry to interrupt. What is your name so we don’t make one up for you” she asked as she would just call him fluffy scars or something.
* BenLikesBooty: Kyler choked as he realized how he had offended the high-ranking mafia dog when he got too close to the carcass. He had thought Miss CLaudia had been offering it to him and was confused when the Rottweiler had pounced on it, even more confused when Avallock had snarled at him. His first mistake as a Mafia dog and he wasn't even initiated yet. Fwump, there went his ears and tail. Straight back, straight in between his legs. He was glad Vincent wasn't watching him... if Vincent had spies out monitoring his progress, they were sure to kill him before he could bring bones back to the Don. That had been a fuck up of epic proportions. "Mister Alvallock... I got a bit too cocky. I uh... apologize, if you would accept it." He could feel his fucking heartbeat, but he needed those bones. "If there's any chance I could have your leftovers I would be grateful." He wagged his tail a bit, looking away in what he hoped would seem to be a respectful gesture. To Claudia, he said, "I'm sorry if I offended you too... I got a bit excited. Also, I'm an idiot."
* Esaki: The rottie-mix’s jaw would crunch crunch crunch rhymicly as he grasped the possum in between his large front paws. His eyes would clam when both Claudia and Kyler noticed his slight warning. If Kyler had went closer…he’d had respectfully chomped his face in warning. Just as the strays in the city had taught him to do. Food aggression…was most defiantly something he had. But even then…he retained a bit of class. Through bites and chomps of flesh he’d speak, ”No harm no foul…just watch yourself green blood. Many strays…*nom nom* don’t take kindly…*rip-chomp*...to dogs near their…*chomp nom* food….hmm…consider that lesson ay?” He’d have a lighter tone at the end there, and even show the other male his bloodied teeth in a comical grimace. He’d tilt his head over to Miss Skelter. ”Shes…got the right idea.” He’d rise after he had his fill…gathering what was left of the carcass and carrying it over…right on over to Kylers face. Right up close. Eyes intense and watching. A dare almost. He’d hold the gaze a moment, then simply drop what was left of the possum…but not before he’d place his paw on the rib cage, lean his head down, and RIP out a rib bone to crunch audibly between his jaws. ”…Learn things quick n’ yuh wont—*crunch crunch crunch*—be an idiot for long. Apology accepted.” Even in his youth the rottie-mix held himself in a most confidant…intelligent way. Clearly, he was rational even when it came to his food aggression. He’d stay standing close to both Claudia and Kyler, his eyes nonchalantly moving from Kyler to Claudia…then from Claudia to Skelter, then finally they would linger on the ‘three-legged’ male. Waiting, listening for his answer.
* Rubbalite: Skelter was watching and listening to the others speak and Avallock consuming on that possum in her silence. Her belly grumbled softly, reminding her she will have to get a quick snack before going back home. Home... it was still weird for her to call the territory of Vernice her home. She never considered anyplace else her home ever, not even when she was still with humans. Her glance went unto Avallock once more when he spoke about her. Was that one of those things others called praise? She didn't know. Either way, that is the closest thing she's ever got to a praise, so that had to be something, right? With a conflict avoided with a simple apology from Kyler, she looked over at the other male to hear what his name was.
* Whitelupine: Fail watched the incident before him quietly, slightly amused by the capo getting a lesson taught to him and then realized all eyes were on him and his shoulders dropped slightly "shit..." he thought then replied to Claudia in a surprisingly smooth voice "My name, is Fail."
* dragonmissy: Claudia let Avallock talk to his buddy capo about what was going on after all it was really up to him if he felt generous enough to let the trieste get the bones or not. Though she wouldn't make a big deal out of the miss understanding"Dont sweat it" she spoke. Maybe the dog wouldnt beat himself up for it as Avallock seemed to be handling it. She didnt need to make the dog pee itself. Why stress over the slight missunderstanding. She would look at the large dog finally hearing a name "Fail? oh.. ok " she looked like she didnt particularly like the name. As no dog should be a failure unless he was a mentally ill that he couldnt function."Alright Fail, Skelter right" she would look at the other capo. Making sure she heard her name as she was digging for the opposum. "how are you two fairing" She asked wondering if they were having trouble or just conversation maybe she could help
* BenLikesBooty: Kyler was glad to hear that they accepted his apology. Even gladder to hear that he was gonna get his bones. But when Avallock got in his face, it dampened the mood a little. The Rottweiler stared at him challengingly, and Kye didn’t know what he was supposed to do. He opened his mouth to take the carecass, but Avallock slammed it down and ripped a bone out. He needed bones... obviously the male was threatening him... Or, he thought as he listened to him talk, teaching him. And although he was still embarrassed - no, fucking humiliated still, he was glad for it. It was better then getting his throat ripped out, in the very least.Oh well, Avallock was still hot. As the rott walked away, Kyler dipped his head and yanked out two of the ribs from the carcass, the biggest ones that were left. Setting them down, he confronted the others, making eye contact with Avallock first and then Claudia. “Um. I want to apologize again for my mistakes, and thank you all for your help and kindness. I have to be getting back, as this was supposed to be a quick task, but I will remember the four of you. If you need anything, I’ll do my best to help.” And with that, he dipped his head and picked up his bones, nodding to each respectfully, and took his leave.
* Esaki: Ahhh. ”You already apologized Mr. Kyler. Surely, you don’t think ill hold a grudge so easily?” He’d playfully lower his voice to that of a ‘mock’ offended tone and then smirk, eyes narrowed. His ears would perk up as he caught the larger male speaking Licking his chops clean as he paid attention. A section of his white fur was splattered a pleasant crimson color near his chest and front paws. ”Fail huh?...” He’d visibly shrug a shoulder. ”Well its not the strangest name I’ve come across…Slightly unfortunate…Nice to meet you Mr. Fail.” He’d raise a brow point and tilt his head. His head would swivel over to look past the dogs…into the darkened distance. Into vernice turf. Into home. A gruff, ”Ay Claud—“ would start a sentence. ”You gunna stay here or make your way back home? Im full but not…full-full. Gunna head back and grab some stray cat to eat or something. You all—“ He’d pause and lift his head to look at each Vernice dog, tail high. ”—feel free to join me in returning home or stay.” He’d pause again, look off into the darkness, and start to trot forward, ”…don’t care which.” And with that, he would continue. The white of his coat standing out just enough to make him seem almost-ghost like as he slipped out of view…into the darkness that shrouded Vernice.
* Rubbalite: Skelter's holey bad ear flickered when Fail spoke, as if she was trying to figure out if she heard him right. But then Claudia and Avallock said it too. Okay, she knew the name she chose to go by was weird and all, but... Fail? Now that was just sad. Meh.. whatever floats his boat. Could be worse she guessed. She gave a nod to Claudia when she said both of their names to show the older capo was correct. When asked, she gave her shoulders a light shrug. "Alright."Simple enough answer. "You?" When Kyler went to take his leave, she bowed her head back to him. That Trieste maybe a bit naive, but he wasn't too bad, so she gave him a little respect in return. When Avallock spoke up about going to grab something to eat before heading back, she politely nodded her head in understanding to what he said. However, she would not be joining him or the others. Standing up, she gave each a silent nod of farewell for the time being and, unless stopped, she would begin to walk away to find a meal on her own before heading back. She still didn't quite trust herself not to snap at others while trying to find food with them, so, instead of risking it, she will just wander alone like she has been used to.
* Whitelupine: Without saying anything Fail winced back a little at their reactions to his name, it was all he knew, it was all he had ever been called all his life except for that brief time his pups had called him Papa, sure he'd concidered other names but, he felt he was unworthy of another name, he stood and began to walk away slowly, his ear nubs back*
* dragonmissy: Claudia would listen to Avallock and then the other dogs."Yea i am heading back," she spoke to Avallock. She though nodded with a small smile"well good im alright gona go crash soon" she spoke as she would turn seeing the others just leave she shrugged and exhaled and would start to head back to the territory and find the office building she called sleeping chambers and get snuggled u p
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