Redhawk Caldera Fully symbolic creatures.

As she made her way down to the older meat in the cache, the odor became noticeably more foul. Rue was pleased for the break that Towhee's appearance afforded.  

She pulled herself delicately out of the cache, wincing just a bit from the pain that she earned with nearly every movement. Contrary to what you would think, she seemed to almost be in more pain now that she was getting more rest, and she wasn't traveling anymore. It was as if the lack of use had caused the muscles to stiffen even further. 

"Hey, Towhee. What's good?" The Sovereign had an upbeat air about her.. amused, even. Since Towhee appeared to be in good humor, Rue added quickly, "Hey so.. I think I might have, um.. signed up for a dating service." Rue met Towhee's gaze somewhat apprehensively, wondering just how absurd the concept would seem to the Sovereign. The idea that Rue might go on dates, or have a boyfriend, or even exist as a being with a sexuality... it was something Rue was still getting used to herself.