The Heartwood konaiseiko

Protected as the forest was by the canopy of the trees, a light dusting of rain still fell softly through the leaves and branches, settling onto the ground below. Golden rays from the morning sun streamed through also, creating an almost would-be magical scene, if it weren't for the sudden shrill chirping of one of the forests' residents. The cries interrupted the silence of the Heartwood, disturbing nearby ravens as they too began to caw in protest as their peaceful morning was disrupted.

The source of the noises hopped along the forest floor, occasionally flinging the light covering of snow into the air and chattering in excitement as it fell back around her. Ruffling her unkempt feathers, the bird proceeded to dive not-so-gracefully into a slightly larger pile of snow, enjoying this new found game. That was until she caught sight of a small bush, red berries twinkling in the rain, beckoning her forwards. Another loud shriek and Shiv hurriedly bounced towards it, curiously examining the tiny fruits before spearing one with her beak.