Heron Lake Plateau Let's give this bad boy a test run.

The first feeling that Elwood experienced when they arrived was relief, followed quickly by surprise. Much happened in a short time -- Towhee announced that they would start claiming the plateau and lake before them, only to stop short and request the assistance of Tegan, Colt, and Quixote to investigate the prominent scent that they had suddenly smelled.

But before the exploratory team could break away from the rest of the group, they were approached aggressively by two strangers; no, make that one stranger. Like the other Redhawks around him, Elwood was quick to recognize Titmouse, despite the fact that he was older and missing an eye. Clover seemed ready to throw down right then and there, but she thankfully didn't make any movements to back up her verbal assault.

Elwood wasn't quite sure what to expect from Titmouse and his companion, so he remained silent for the time being, leaving judgment to Towhee.