Sea Lion Shores crashing and breaking waves

Their only official claim was over the island, but based on frequent interactions (and possible hunts) within the sea lions' domain, Ying thought that was equally worth protecting. She planned to head inland for a few days, but made a small detour to see how the creatures fared.

The unfamiliar frame of another woman put the guardian on edge. She watched through scrutinizing gaze as the slyph drew closer, agitation apparent in her gait. Ying decided that her approach was both necessary and worthwhile, and so moved confidently to be in the stranger's line of vision.