Redhawk Caldera and was so much delighted with it,

Elwood nodded appreciatively as Aaron shared that he was already working on fulfilling that particular task. He fell into step alongside the other male, utilizing the same awkward half-step as his companion to avoid losing his footing on the ice. Even though he was being careful, he still felt his paws slipping slightly beneath him, threatening to betray his weight and send him sprawling to the ground.

He managed to stay upright -- for now, at least -- and flared his nostrils at Aaron's suggestion. Indeed, when he breathed deeply, he could smell something deceased in the distance. "Good," he said, "let's head that way." He was content to allow silence to seep between them for some time, as they both focused on maneuvering across the treacherous terrain, but Elwood did eventually say, "You mentioned that you lived in the wilds before -- where did you call home?"