Some time had passed since the Count's first encounter with Howl, his offer almost forgotten between her travels and duties. It was after she had sent the scouts out to the river that Ira caught wind of a howl on the wind. Given that a chunk of their numbers had departed, she would turn on her path around the borders to see who was requesting her presence.
The roan woman trotted forward with her tail raised until she made out the face that greeted her, Howl, it's nice to see you again. Did you come to officially join?
She let her tail fall as she neared, stopping just before the borders.
ack late sorry
Respectful and straight to the point, they were qualities the Count appreciated so she would gladly do the same. Good timing, we are starting our move back to the river.
The scouts would surely be back soon hopefully with good news.
Kaistleoki prides itself on new beginnings, we work as a family although there is still a ranking structure. That new enter amongst our commoners. It is a place for newcomers and those who have yet to pick up a trade to benefit the pack.
Some chose to stay there but based on the man's words in the mountains she hoped to see him reach their noble status though Ira would keep those thoughts to herself.
Wolves who earn or display knowledge of a trade become nobles. They rank above the commoners and may take on apprenticeships to help teach others of any age. For their dedication, breeding rights are granted. Finally, the pack is led by a council, the Count has the final say but heavily relies on their advisors...due to the circumstances that brought us to these plains I am the only one who holds a seat in the council as of present.
The roan woman would wait and gauge Howl's expression. It was not uncommon for newcomers to find themselves confused with all the terms or the pack's structure. It was untraditional to say the very least. Is there any confusion?
playing in to ya trade change ;0
Luckily the count would not have to explain further. Their system always more sense once members dove into daily life anyways. Ira expected that to be the end of the conversation where she would then show the man their whole lot of empty until they properly moved, but he had another thought that piqued his interest.
Technically speaking only Nobles are trusted to run an apprenticeship, but that's not to say that he can't help someone with their trades. As for recognized apprenticeships, yes. Attaining the rank of Noble ensures our trust to you to guide, but that does not mean you can not assist others still. The help will be appreciated by any I'm sure.
Although most seemed to already be under a mentor, but who's to say they can't have another?
I appreciate your willingness. Personally I like seeing members capable of defending, but a caretaker trade of sort is always helpful. We only have one currently and I wouldn't be surprised to see pups this year.
The Count thought momentarily, there were many ways to assist in caretaking and if Howl wasn't confident in his abilities to help directly with pups, maybe there was something else he could do. There is no shame in little experience, it is simply and untapped field. That being said...
Ira had assisted with the kids last year, surely she could help Speedy or anyone else who might bring in a litter. She wasn't much of a talker though...Perhaps counseling of some sort? I hear it can be stressful during pregnancy. Our foundation is on new beginnings, there might be others too who struggle to let go of their past.
Digging wasn't necessary but it was an area they had no expertise in yet.
last post from me!
The suggestion seemed to bode well with the male, but he did have a point. Not many open up to strangers, he would have to get to know the members of the pack to establish himself, luckily he seemed pretty good at that. The Count had no doubt in her mind that he would find a way to be useful, Howl had a work ethic much like her own. It's something she would likely grow to like about him. I'm glad to hear it. Sounds like you have a plan in order, how about I show you around the territory, even if this location is temporary?