Hoshor Plains Bison Hunt 3 [Njords Group]

Rodyn expertly hand-picked wolves from each camp and divided the hunters into smaller groups. Njord had not expected to be selected as a lead hunter, though he was honored to be given the privilege by his friend. As a man in his fifth year, Njord felt the strength of his youth had begun to wane. However… years of experience would be of greater use during this harrowing expedition.

As Njord departed the Moonspear camp he heard a voice.

Aokatti! We will hunt another day! Kigipigak, now @Kaluktuk called.

“Aye!” Njord’s lilted voice responded. “Hunt well, my friend!”

To know Kaluktuk hunted in parallel bolstered Njord’s confidence, especially in the presence of the Sapphiquians. To see Mireille and her clan evoked terrible memories. Njord had buried that hatchet – and he had no interest in digging it back up.

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The redtail gathered before his team. A curious glint in his sapphire eyes appraised them all. Already, he began to place them like pieces of a puzzle.

@Rusalka of Raventhorpe was a gigantic man in his prime.

@Anathema of Brecheliant was a young, stocky adolescent.

@Mae of Hearthwood appeared to be Seal’s age, but far more rugged and experienced.

Njord was more familiar with @Shikoba and @Kivaluk of Moonglow. Shikoba was Beta and Kivaluk, a braw lad, was the first hunter. Two able wolves, he trusted.

Then, Njord couldn’t help but find the irony that a young man from Sapphique had become his ward. @Ravin was an athletic-looking boy who was on his way to filling out.

“My name is Njord Sveijarn-Corten of Sun Mote Copse,” he said in his token Scottish brogue. “Ah will lead ye on this hunt, today. Though we havenae worked ta’gether before, Ah see strength an’ swiftness in you all. Ah ken we will fell a bison and feast tonight,” he cheered optimistically.

He swished his red tail like a flag with pride. “Now, tell us all your names an’ your strengths. Ah will give each of you a role, then we will select our prey from tha herd.” Njord's weight shifted as he looked to his left, prompting the others to speak.