Ouroboros Spine duck on the run!

Looking for @Raindrop, but others are welcome to join!

Ludo had made his biggest accomplishment yet, sending him running back to Raindrop's den with a grin on his face and a fat duck caught in his jaws. It had been a while since he smiled like this.

Nearing the familiar spot he dropped his catch, calling out for his guardian; Raindrop! His voice was filled with pure excitement, eager to show off what he had brought back.

Unfortunately, a sudden 'quack' had his victory short-lived. It seemed that his prey wasn't quite dead, and though certainly injured was now trying to waddle away! Startled, Ludovic just about jumped back. Hey! Where are you going? He exclaimed at the escapee. He was sure that the bird had been dead just minutes ago!