Redhawk Caldera Carpe diem

I'm still giggling about "instructions unclear, smothered dog." :D

Elwood's quick glance back showed him that Wildfire had recovered quickly from his surprise. As he swung his head around to face forward once more, he heard a bark that was soon accompanied by the thundering of smaller paws. He grinned broadly, his lips peeling back from his teeth as the wind rushed past his cheeks. He was built more for speed than for sparring (which had both advantages and disadvantages when he acted as a warrior) but he kept his pace slow enough that Wildfire would be able to eventually gain on him.

He raced across the uneven terrain, bobbing and weaving past the underbrush. He stayed away from the slopes of the caldera, knowing that the rocky surface would be a difficult place to play chase. After a few minutes, he started to decelerate, simultaneously preparing him for whatever revenge Wildfire would be planning.