The Bracken Woods Who says a guy can't catch a break?

Similarly, the golden-woman sought an appraisal. Nigaq nodded and took her position, moving so that she could clearly see the raccoon. It was healthy, if size were any indication; after waiting a moment, the guardian striked.

Her aim was short of the target. Their potential meal skittered away, leaving Nigaq to curse silently in its direction. Unfortunate, she said to her companion.