Great Bear Wilderness what a shame we all became.

"Well, that's something I can help you with," Elwood replied, finding it curious that the stranger was looking for the caldera. He wondered what the reason was; he still only felt neutral vibes from the other male, nothing malicious or worrisome. Perhaps he knew someone there -- Elwood briefly thought of his sister, wondered if she would ever turn up at his doorstep searching for him -- or maybe he had a message from another pack.

Gesturing over his shoulder at the squat, flat-topped mountain behind him, he said, "That's the caldera. I'm the pack's Beta. Before we go any further though, I need to know your name and why you're here." His requirements were not unfair, nor were they spoken in an unfriendly manner. Once he was clear on the wolf's incentive for the visit, he would determine his next course of action.