Redtail Rise Epica Maxima

They thought they were prepared for anything, yet seeing Augur approach from the rear caught them off guard. Masquerade pivoted to face him, mouth open in mild surprise. Perhaps he had been hunting too… or quite possibly avoiding all the tensions at home.

I brought this for you, Masque greeted, tail waving slowly as they nosed their meager offering, and your family.

They paused, pondering which words to say next, then scrapped them momentarily to move forward and bump their muzzle against Augur’s chin. They nosed at his cheek next, then stepped backward. Now their head lifted, not in a challenge but as a display of quiet confidence.

I’ve asked mother to appoint me as a leader, they told him, wondering if he would approve, to represent the importance of diplomacy. And peace. I will do whatever it takes to restore peace to the rise.