Mystical Times (Open)

[Sophia]

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[atrb=background,http://img706.imageshack.us/img706/5204/fallermidcopy.jpg,true] Strong legs powered Fallere on as she ran a lap, hurtling through the air, fast as the wind, before stopping and getting a drink from the cool, refreshing water. I wish I had some friends, she thought inwardly before stopping herself. She didn’t need friends to live, did she? Of course not. But it was getting very lonely, running around and hunting with no one by her side. Surely a few races with worthy opponents wouldn’t hurt. It might even be… fun. Fallere barely knew what fun was, but she definitely missed the feeling. She thought back to her as a pup, racing and always winning against her friends. She was surprised when she felt slightly homesick. I need some friends, and maybe even a mate, Fallere thought, and ran another lap at top speed. "Words are this color!" These are thoughts! Tags: Open thread! Notes: --- Muse: 3/10 Words: 135

[Cloudy]

In one of the towering trees close to the roaring waterfall, a huge, golden, black-spotted and brown centered creature laid on a large branch, looking over the small area where the foaming waterfall threw its screaming child into the river below. Cold, blue eyes narrowed against the light of day as they watched the flash of gold rush around the falls, stopping every once in a while to look around and catch its breath.

Ryuga flexed his massive paws against the bark of the tree, pulling it up with ease and causing it to splinter and crack. The familiar itch in his claws made him anxious and the taste of blood rolled on his tounge and throat. Using the self-control he had been building since his first days of training, Ryuga forced himself to stay concealed among the branches and watch the cheetah run around aimlessly. It bored him greatly. But the great leopard would not act without his new leader's backing, so until he returned, Ryuga made himself as comfortable as he could, head resting on his furry paws as he lazily looked after the cheetah, licking his lips with anticipation and icy eyes watching its every move, not letting it out of sight as it continued its rounds around the falls and tired itself out.

[7|Seventh|7]

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[atrb=background,http://img221.imageshack.us/img221/889/syrakkomidcopyvj.jpg,true] Ah, the beautiful falls... This was the type of place that would be perfect for the group that he would eventually start. A delicious water supply and lovely scenery. What more could a leopard want? He was sure that his trusty right paw would agree with him. Heck, he would probably agree with anything the black leopard told him. That was what right-paw cats were for, right? Speaking of right-hand paws, where was his now? The black leopard had told him to wait for him near the falls as he scouted out the territory, but in Syrakko's haste he hadn't thought to tell him a specific location to wait in... What a bother, now he had to look for the feline himself. As the ebony-coated leopard neared the location of a tree he saw a flash of gold and the shape of a cheetah came into view. Hmm... maybe that quick-footed fellow or lady can help me. Maybe in more ways than one... The black leopard quickened his pace to a fast trot, then he raised his voice to hail the cheetah (who he could now tell was a female due to her scent). "Cheetess, may I speak with you a moment, if you don't mind!" Couldn't be rude when you were first meeting someone, no, the best policy was to be as polite and as amiable as possible to gain one's trust. When he was at a close enough distance that he didn't have to yell to be heard the leopard spoke again. "My dear girl, I was wondering if you happened to see a rather large leopard pass through here? You see, he is my dear friend and I can't seem to locate him anywhere, he seems to have disappeared." If Syrakko had been a human then he'd probably be able to win an Oscar for acting since he was able to convey whatever emotion that he wanted others to see. With his previous sentence he'd wanted to convey fear and concern at his friend's "disappearance" even though he knew very well that Ryuga was perfectly capable of taking care of himself and was probably not too far away at that very moment. "Words are this color!" These are thoughts! Tags: Fallere, Ryuga Notes: --- Muse: 6/10 Words: 382

[Sophia]

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[atrb=background,http://img706.imageshack.us/img706/5204/fallermidcopy.jpg,true] Fallere’s non-retractable claws dug into the earth as she halted from her continuous running. It was starting to get boring and tiring, not to mention getting her hungry. So she didn’t mind the leopard stopping her. He looked nice… but looks were deceiving, were they not? Like no one knew he was so tricky and intelligent because of her cover as a stupid little cheetess, but she was (and always had been) one. "Your friend? The huge one? Oh, he’s right over there, don’t know how you could miss a brute like that," Fallere commented mildly. She nodded towards the tree where the oversized male was trying to hide. She blinked at the male who had stopped her, amber eyes wide, innocent, and most certainly misleading. Who is this guy? she wondered absentmindedly. You can’t trust him, no matter what he says or does. He’s polite, but a bit too polite. The big actors –think they’re so clever. But they’re just a big load of garbage. It’s hard to believe cats actually believe that goody-two-shoes stuff. Fallere stopped to think if she was over doing the idiot-girl act, but dismissed the thought. "Words are this color!" These are thoughts! Tags: Ryuga, Syrakko Notes: --- Muse: 5/10 Words: 191

[Cloudy]

Ryuga was becoming particurally impatient as he waited for Syrakko to arrive, watching the cheetah running around in circles wasn't the most entertaining thing in the world. In fact, nothing was much entertainment unless it involved dripping blood, tearing flesh, or Syrakko.
"Cheetess, may I speak with you a moment, if you don't mind!". Perking up immediatly at the sound of the black leopard's voice, Ryuga looked down to see the cheetess and Syrakko conversing with eachother moments after he called to the lyth cat. Sitting up, the giant leopard watched with narrowed, searching eyes the two below. The urge to get to the side sleek coated cat was almost overwelming as he saw them begin a discussion, but Ryuga stopped himself and instead decided to wait in the trees above. Perhaps this cheetah will provie some use for Syrakko. I am best to leave it to him and stay quiet....
That was, until only seconds later, the cheetess called him out, motioning to the very spot Ryuga was sure he was concealed from any cats view. Though he was startled by this, Ryuga kept his emotionless, icy appearence and took it as it was his time to come down and meet with his leader...for whatever the reason was that Syrakko had called him forth.
Despite his muscular girth, Ryuga gracefully leaped from branch to branch until he was only feet from the ground, digging his claws into the bark of the tree and splintering away chunks with no problem as he slide down the trunk. As he landed at the base, his muscles rippled in waves underneath his pelt and Ryuga strode towards the two cats, cold blue eyes locked on the cheetess and marked face revealing no emotions. Taking his place at Syrakko's right side, Ryuga dipped his head slightly to his leader and then shifted his gaze to the lean cheetah, having nothing of importance to say, willing Syrakko to continue what he may have already started.

[7|Seventh|7]

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[atrb=background,http://img221.imageshack.us/img221/889/syrakkomidcopyvj.jpg,true] "Your friend? The huge one? Oh, he’s right over there, don’t know how you could miss a brute like that," The yellow-green eyes of the black leopard lifted to the tree that the cheetess had indicated. Sure enough, the large form of his partner rose from behind a sheaf of leaves. Well, it had been quite a good hiding spot. Ry had picked a nice spot to hide himself, although the cheetah had probably been in the area for a while and had probably seen him but he wouldn't mention this fact. Syrakko didn't feel like arguing, especially not with some silly cheetah so he would just play it off. "Ah, there's my dear friend, and you are quite right. How did I miss such a large specimen of leopard, he was sitting right there in the tree." Syrakko let a light-hearted chuckle escape from his maw as he watched the large leopard make his way over to the pair. "I have been looking for you, dear Ryuga, I have news that I simply must share with you. Indeed he did, that the falls might be the perfect spot for their designated group although he wouldn't just settle down there yet. He would need to do a bit more searching before he settled down and maybe the cheetah would help him out with that very searching or maybe she would even join him and Ryuga. However, if she chose not to then it was perfectly fine... He wouldn't tell Ry to do away with her, oh no, not until they had officially started would he attempt to force others with violence and not his words. Oh! But where are my manners, there's a lady present and there are questions I must ask. If you do not mind, m'lady," He dipped his head slightly in a respectful manner before continuing on, "I, Syrakko and my friend here, Ryuga, are looking for a suitable place to ah-live, if you will. And I was wondering if you knew of a place here in this area that would be one such place." He hoped this girl was feeling friendly and helpful, he really didn't feel like having to sit through some bloody spectacle just because a cheetah was feeling a little feisty. "Words are this color!" These are thoughts! Tags: Fallere, Ryuga Notes: --- Muse: 8/10 Words: 404

[Sophia]

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[atrb=background,http://img706.imageshack.us/img706/5204/fallermidcopy.jpg,true] Fallere watched as Ryuga moved to Syrakko’s right side. Right hand paw, is he? "I, Syrakko and my friend here, Ryuga, are looking for a suitable place to ah-live, if you will. And I was wondering if you knew of a place here in this area that would be one such place." The Ryuga cat was probably still getting over the fact that Fallere had spotted his hiding spot, though he didn't show a thing. It was a good place, even she had to admit, but that didn’t change the fact that he was enormous. “A place to live?” She pretended to think for a few moments, just to play at Syrakko’s temper. “I dunno… Err… Hmm… Well… I believe there are a couple of caves over on the other side of the falls. Would you like me to lead you there?” Fallere smiled all that she could manage to as she worked out a plan in her always-thinking mind. The two cats wouldn’t know what had hit them. She considered not going out with the plan since she was going two to one and they were way larger. But Fallere could always run… couldn’t she? That’s what cheetahs do, Fallere thought inwardly, not breaking the grin. Again, she thought how stupid Syrakko was if he thought his gentleman act could fool her. He probably didn’t give a darn about her, nor the fate of his right-hand paw. "Words are this color!" These are thoughts! Tags: Ryuga, Syrakko Notes: --- Muse: 7/10 Words: 238

[Cloudy]

Ryuga briefly looked at Syrakko, a twinkle in his eye as he finally got an understanding of what he was here to discuss. Syrakko and the giant leopard had been searching for a place to begin a group...along with some others to join it, those of all species of cats. As he scanned the area by the thundering waterfall, Ryuga could see that this wasn't a bad place: plenty of resources, no doubt some shelter in the caves the cheetes had just mentioned...Speaking of that cheetess...

His cold, icy eyes narrowed against the spotted, speedy cat. Something about her tone of voice and look in her eyes made her seem as if she was purposely trying Syrakko's patience. Ryugas's opinion was she was not to be trusted, but then again, neither were they. Surpressing a growl, Ryuga watched the conversation continue on into the offer of showing the two cats the caves. Still not yet willing to speak, but very willing to act, the muscular leopard nodded his head and let out a gruff 'hmph'. Waiting to see if Syrakko would agree, Ryuga stood in silence as he waited for his leaders reply.

[7|Seventh|7]

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[atrb=background,http://img221.imageshack.us/img221/889/syrakkomidcopyvj.jpg,true] “A place to live?” Syrakko waited patiently as the cheetah "thought" about it. If the cheetah was hoping to annoy the black leopard (which Syrakko was sure she was) then she would have to try harder than that, the ebony cat wasn't easily riled up. Only certain things could accomplish that goal, certain things that Syrakko would never say out loud to anycat... Except maybe Ryuga and maybe not even him... “I dunno… Err… Hmm… Well… I believe there are a couple of caves over on the other side of the falls. Would you like me to lead you there?”

[/i] Syrakko gave the cheetah a polite smile and said brightly, "Splendid! That would be wonderful! Lead on please, if you don't mind, m'lady. We are both following." Although he never let his gentlemen act slip the cunning leopard was suspicious... Something about the cheetah's suddenly friendly demeanor didn't sit right with him.

Casually the black leopard waved his tail in front of Ryuga and flicked it at the cheetess, a simple signal that meant "pay attention". It was a gesture that Syrakko himself had made up and that he was sure that his partner would know. After all, there had been plenty other times when he had silently commanded the large leopard to attack other felines. Syrakko was starting not to trust their new companion and if she tried anything he wanted to make sure that Ryuga would be prepared to deal with it.

"Words are this color!"
These are thoughts!

Tags: Fallere, Ryuga
Notes: Sorry that took so long x.x -was being lazy-
Muse: 5/10
Words: 257

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[Cloudy]

Seeing the black tail quickly flick in and then out of his field of vision, Ryuga reconized it as one of the many signals Syrakko and himself had created and made a mental note to watch the cheetess. He may not be the smartest when it comes to reading vocal and bodily language but even he could tell that this speedy 'aquantince' was being a little too friendly. Not that he was worried, though. Ryuga knew that in his home environment, no matter how fast that cheetah moved, he would catch her and make her pay for any ill-treatment of the pair. The very thought of punishment made his claws itch and his piercing eyes narrowed to almost complete slits as many scenes of the cheetess and him danced in his mind.
In the meantime, Ryuga silently acknowledged the gesture made by his companion and waited in cold silence for the spotted cat to lead the way to these 'caves' she had spoken of.

[Sophia]

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[atrb=background,http://img706.imageshack.us/img706/5204/fallermidcopy.jpg,true] Fallere’s amber eyes flicked to each of her acquaintances, highly suspicious of these actions. Ryuga’s features had certainly changed; he looked almost bloodthirsty. They had clearly made up some sort of code and Syakko had just nonverbally commanded his companion to do something… but what could it be? Fallere replayed the scene in her mind, calculating and thinking the best she could under the circumstances. Just a few moments before the look of Ryuga’s face… and there it was. Syakko had flicked his tail in his friend’s face. “Of course,” she muttered, meaning both the signal and leading them. She moved off at a quick pace, rapidly moving to what seemed like an enormous pile of rocks, moss, and plants. “Very concealed. Looks like nothing, but it’s actually a bunch of dens and such…” Fallere pushed past the overhang of vines into a large den, surprisingly lit with sunlight and quite warm. "This is it," she said, almost unenthusiastically. “It’s the biggest of all the dens here…” Fallere trailed off and proceeded to leave the cave. I wonder what they’re doing… starting a group, most likely. Well, it wouldn’t hurt to get some protection, I guess. But from those two? Fallere doubted that Syakko would be fit for leader, and Ryuga not for second-in-command, which was probably what they were aiming for. "Words are this color!" Thoughts are this color! Tags: Ryuga, Syrakko Notes: --- Muse: 7/10 Words: 225

[Cloudy]

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[atrb=background,http://img233.imageshack.us/img233/2170/ryugamidcopy.jpg,true] "This is it...It’s the biggest of all the dens here…” The cheetess said in a flat tone as she pulled back the curtain of overhanging vines to reveal a spacious, well-lit den. Ryuga looked around with what seemed as little interest and inside he was feeling pretty much the same. He knew not how to coordinate this area into a living space, although he could tell at least 7 or 8 cats could comfortably rest here. As for everything else....he'd just leave it to Syrakko. As the cheetess started to take her leave, Ryuga's eyes flickered back and forth between the cheetah and the black panther, waiting to see if Syrakko wished for anything to be said or done to her before she was gone from sight, half-willing him to give the 'special signal' needed for a quick dispatch if that was what his leader so desired. "Words are this color!" These are thoughts! Tags:Syrakko, Fallere Notes:~~~ Muse:5/10 =P Words:idk xD I didnt count

[7|Seventh|7]

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[atrb=background,http://img221.imageshack.us/img221/889/syrakkomidcopyvj.jpg,true] Poor cheetah. She knew that the gesture that he had made to Ryuga meant something but she knew not what it was. Don't worry, dear, it won't matter unless you cross us. Without another word the black leopard followed behind the cheetess as she led them to her so-called cave. Syrakko was half expecting the she-cheetah to try and lead them on a wild goose chase or try to kill them. However, he was shocked they actually came upon a rocky cave overgrown with vines. Perfect for the idea that he had in mind. “Very concealed. Looks like nothing, but it’s actually a bunch of dens and such…” Syrakko nodded and followed her inside. "Very nice... Very nice indeed." Once inside the surprisingly warm cave he took a look around, visiting the far corners of the cave and sniffing to see if there was any sign of life. “It’s the biggest of all the dens here…” The cheetah sounded particularly unenthusiastic but that was of no concern to him. "Thank-you for showing us this cave. It's most wonderful." He turned to see the cheetah leaving whereupon he trotted over to his large friend, a devlish smile on the ebony cat's face as he saw Ry's ice-blue eyes flicking towards the cheetess. "Oh no no, my friend, that won't be need... Unless that she-cheetah tries anything now. But why should she? She's gone. Take a look yourself." Syra waited a few moments before continuing on, pacing back and forth in front of his companion. "Now, why did I leave you earlier today, Ry? wasn't it to find a place to start our group? Now, I didn't find anything myself but this cheetah fortunately did. Fate couldn't have been more kind. " He stopped in front of Ryuga, yellow-green eyes twinkling happily. "Now... the next item on my agenda would be group members... but I suppose that can wait until we find something to eat." The pitch black leopard sat his rump on the ground, right as his stomach started to rumble. "Don't you agree?" "Words are this color!" These are thoughts! Tags: Fallere, Ryuga Notes: --- Muse: 8/10 Words: 387

[Cloudy]

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[atrb=background,http://img233.imageshack.us/img233/2170/ryugamidcopy.jpg,true] Ryuga watched with a small smile on his face as Syra paced, explaining what was to come but he found himself slightly irritated and disappointed that his claws wouldn't be able to tear into the cheetah, along with the many other actions he had pre-meditated and wished to put to action. "Now... the next item on my agenda would be group members... but I suppose that can wait until we find something to eat. Don't you agree?" Syra finished just as he sat down and his gut growled loudly for a meal to fill it. Ryuga's icy eyes narrowed in pleasure and he smiled broader, enough to show his ivory-white canines curving into his mouth. "Your took the words right out of my jaws." The over-sized leopard rumbles, voice sounding as fierce as a growl but it is just his way of speaking. Syra's yellow green eyes twinkled with obvious joy at what 'fate' had brought the duo. The group they had long wanted to form now had a firm basis and Syra was right, now they needed ones who would be willing to join....they also need a name, this Ryuga knew. I will wait to bring that to his attention over meal-time. It was then Ryuga began to wonder what he would find in these jungles, and it didn't take him long to figure it out etheir. "Boar, monkey, fish?" Ryuga offered to Syrakko, meaning the things he could catch in the jungle that weren't feline related, for he wasn't sure wether or not the black leopard would agree with such a...related meal-type. Ry himself was ready to go out and catch a certain cheetah for his meal but Syra had already said where he stood on that issue....for now. "Words are this color!" These are thoughts! Tags:Syrakko, Fallere Notes:.....-hungry- Muse:7/10 Yea up 3 xD Words:302

[Sophia]

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[atrb=background,http://img706.imageshack.us/img706/5204/fallermidcopy.jpg,true] Fallere smiled slightly as she left the cave, but that wasn’t for anyone to know about but herself. The cave might have been “very nice” and “wonderful,” but what they didn’t know was that the stone, on one side (which happened to be the top), was thin, allowing sunlight in, but it was also spectacular for eavesdropping. She clambered onto the cave using a platform-like thing on the side, and lay down on the roof of the cave. “… earlier today, Ry? Wasn't it to find a place to start our group? Now, I didn't find anything myself but this cheetah fortunately did. Fate couldn't have been more kind. Now... the next item on my agenda would be group members... but I suppose that can wait until we find something to eat…" Horrified at that, Fallere clambered (a bit louder than she would have preferred) straight backward and into another cave which was nearly just as concealed as the other, but smaller and slightly darker. It was so small that she doubted Ryuga would be able to fit. Even she could barely squeeze in. The temporary concealment gave her time to think. They were starting a group, just as she suspected. They wanted more members, and surely they’d go looking for her. Fallere squeezed into a corner, letting out an involuntary squeal. "Words are this color!" Thoughts are this color! Tags: Ryuga, Syrakko Notes: --- Muse: 8 ½ /10 Words: 222