Redtail Rise israfel

feel free to skip Riley, and PP as necessary. I figured this was a pretty pivotal thread and I’d like him in on it, but don’t want to hold up the thread progress, so consider this a cameo unless specifically addressed. <3

Much like Carrion, Riley observed from the fringes.

He’d heard the red woman’s first call, of course — and had only paused momentarily from his inspection of the borders to wonder after it.

But then she called again, in a totally distinct direction — this time, for her children.

And while he was not a child, Riley followed out of connection to several of her children. Wanderer - newly minted in their new name - had been a frequent comrade at the borders. And Masquerade was often his hunting partner — and Carrion, well.. the weird boogeyman who often slept near his bed.

The other children he knew only in passing; but they made up the summation of his experiences here.

He could make only bits and pieces of the conversation - but the crackling energy in the air and the agitation on Avicus’ face and voice was enough for him to connect the pieces.

He made himself known by a quiet whuff, coming to stand slightly behind Masque’s flank.

And like Watcher, his crooked gaze fell upon Masquerade for guidance.