Swiftcurrent Creek With this apple we shall PLAY!!

"Get 'em Ferdie!," Tuwawi cheered from the sidelines, surprised that she had become so engrossed by the simple game. Though its strategy was linear and straightforward, it was easy to see that the tactics went beyond the elementary concept of 'snatch the apple.' Each paw planted... each dodge... each tackle... all moved one would perform if they were in a spare or hunt. As Fedie lowered himself to the ground, Tuwawi could envision a buck kicking over his head. And when Jace swiftly snapped at his target, a duck being ensnared in his mouth. Even these fun times acted as training for more serious moments. They worked the body and released stress.

Not wanting to sit idle anymore, Tuwawi jumped to her feet, intent on joining the team. She cantered towards the men, waiting to see which one would retain the fruit before she launched her own offensive play.