Ouroboros Spine shark in shallow water

for any packmates! :)

shikoba finds the spine to be a spacious new home so far. after creating her new ulaq and spending the night with the lovely duck, she takes it upon herself to become familiar with the lay of the land. every night, before she turns in, she finds herself trotting along the edge of the border, spiraling in and out to deem what is hers and what isn't. during the warm parts of the days, shikoba focuses on the thrill of the hunt. she remembers kukutux having someone in a position to deem what can be killed and what can't. but she can't remember the name. perhaps, that is something she needs to clear up more with the higher-up. today, the fish survive.

until then, shikoba finds herself wading into the lake at the base of the territory. the day is warm and the water feels cool. with her shorter stature, the ground beneath her leaves quickly -- soon she is swimming freely as fish scatter away from her. the underwater plants move away from her feet, some tickling her toes as she glides through the water with ease.