Man, had taken in the wolves, and domesticated them. Called them dogs. These 'dogs' thrived with man by their side, making it through the ages while wolves dwindled and neared extinction. Wolves managed to survive, somehow, slinking through the shadows of existence. A few dogs learned of them and were outraged by the beasts that killed their masters livestock, and occasionally their masters as well. A few hounds escaped, intent on destroying the race, and formed their own packs, so that they might rise against the wolves. They did just that, managing to drive the wolves North in a final battle. The wild dog and wolf numbers suffered dearly, the dogs have underestimated their counterparts, and with dwindling numbers on both sides, the fight was brought to a standstill.
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.Season. Summer
.Weather. Very hot during the day, only slightly cooler at night.
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.Nomad Land.
Silent Valley This is where all come to fight for their rights, whether it be for food, territory, mates, or in the constant struggle of dog against wolf. The valley is sad and lonely, ominous in name, and has no visitors other than those ready for battle. The clash of fang against fang has left this land stained red on more than one occasion. Thunderstorms often roll across the land after crimson has been shed, as if the terra wishes to be cleansed. The struggles here are most certainly silent confrontations.
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Tree of Ages This tree has been here forever, to see the first wolves walk upon the land, to see man befriend them. It has many scars in its bark from old battles, but holds no grudges, and rather lets time decide who shall be punished. This is a calm and desolate place, where outcasts may come to meet with others, to find a friend, a mate, a pack. It has sheltered many from the outside world, and one more will not matter. Open plains are on every side, this is the only shade for miles around.
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Greater Plains These plains are just that... great. They go for miles, the tall and brown grasses which are promised in plains. Some crumble beneath your paws, others have to be shoved out of the way. The odd rock is splayed out, so that you may sit atop and get a view of your surroundings. It is watched carefully by a cloudless sky, rains only coming in late summer. The lack of constant water and prey make this a place that one can merely pass through, but not permanently reside.
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Howl Peak A place to tilt your head back and sing. Trees line the patch worn by old pads, warriors, companions, those whom are worthy leaders come and make their mark. Legend, you will be, if you can break the bark. Be it teeth or claw against bark, these trees may only be scarred by a select few. All others will leave but a small wound, one that will heal with time, erasing you from history. A tall peak, one which spirals into the sky, only those whom are chosen may pad their way to the top. Are you worthy?
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.Human Lands.
Marketplace People here are often much to busy to notice the occasional stray that wanders past, they all have lives to live. If one listens carefully you can pick apart conversations, although there are often too many to comprehend. Despite the smallness of the town, this is a very busy place. People bring livestock and goods here to sell, so you may be able to sneak off with a chicken or fish. A meal is not hard to find if you are swift, not only of body but also mind, and water can be found in small puddles.
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Double Luck Ranch The name certainly doesn't suit, this place is a bit of a dump. It is rather upscale for the time, but with failing wooden fences and barns with no doors, it is just asking to be raided. The owner rarely gets a clue, enough to up security, so attacks can be executed with little trouble. Horses, cattle, chickens, pigs, it is a large enough operation to support a small pack of renegade mongrels. Any dog can slip through the fences, but the prey animals are wary enough to sound an alarm call should one be spotted.
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.Northern Territory.
Snow Peak A tall snowy peak which has sheltered the wolves since the first ones strided across the plains. Due to the elevation and cold temperatures, only the fittest and furriest of wolves survive, while the average dog will perish. The large mountainous form looms over the land, in the direct center, still hiding the nearly extinct race from any enemy. Its tall, looming form has long been rubbed smooth and sharp by erosion, to one side is a beautiful and fertile valley, to the other, a desert. This is a wolf safe haven.
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Cabin A small wooden cabin that man used long ago. The door has long been torn off it's hinges, the windows long shattered by rogue winds. It is in all but good condition, although a solid roof and walls provide cover. Certain parts have been able to escape decay, others have been consumed by it. It is in the center of a clearing, a few trees huddle close, their evergreen branches appearing to hold it together. A broken but still loyal building which will serve the pack when in need.
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Pack Lands The lands of the North. The pack is located on the farthest reaches of the continent, and the weather reflects such. It is naturally cold year round, with fronts moving in from the ocean, storms are not as rare as one would expect. The only foliage that can survive in such conditions are evergreens and the occasional shrub, moss coats every other boulder. Caribou migrate through here every spring, while deer, rabbits and other small prey remain year round, and the land is very much green and alive in spring.
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.Eastern Territory.
Arid Swamp This swamp goes on for miles, fueled by the constant rainfall of the area. The ground is squishy brown mud, small tufts of grass manage to rise in some areas that stay mostly dry, but there is very little full time greenery. One cannot take five steps forward without covering their pads with mud, but a practiced dance can keep you clean. Crocodiles are almost promised during rainy season, when the whole terra is covered in several inches, or more, of water. A few trees are scattered, and where one is, dry land is.
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Sapphire Falls These falls feed the eastern lands, the cool and sparkling water is always a shade of blue. With the gentle spray wafting from the lake at all times, this area is quite lush year round. Never a blade of dead grass, although the falls become a bit smaller when the dry season hits. In nothing more than a clearing, these falls are secluded, but easy to find when one follows their nose or ears in this direction. A sparkling pool which attracts life of all sorts, drawing predator, along with prey this deep within the forest. One cannot let their guard down, even in this calm and serene place.
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Pack Lands The lands of the East. The pack dominates most of the immediate easter region, and the weather reflects such. The weather is hot in the summer and cold in the winter, making it a good location for adaptable canines. Storms are quite often due to the way the ocean currents move, and the land is mostly dominated by swamps, forests, and coasts. Prey is always constant, be it a boar or a deer, mouse or a dove, there is always something to hunt. One has to merely stop and listen closely to find a prey, in this land that is green year round.
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.Western Territory.
Lake Takapoo This great lake has been present for centuries, it has flooded its banks, been reduced to a puddle, and seen much. It is not as old as the Tree of Ages of course, but is a youngling only by a few centuries. Fish leap from the small choppy waves which are always present, sending ripples through the great body of water. Cattails hug the banks and make entrance a difficulty in some places, where in others, one must merely walk over the smooth stones, which indicate the lake at its greatest state. Truly a sight to behold, and a wonderful place to quench your thirst.
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Lesser Plains These plains are not as great as the Greater Plains, but are quite similar in appearance and concept, just... smaller. A beautiful locale with long, rolling, flat grasslands for all to enjoy. A tree sprouts here and there, but the soil lacks the nutrition to support much. Humans can be spotted traveling through here on occasion, and rarely suspect a raid. A wide array of beasts wander, although they are sparse. Antelope, rabbits, prairie dogs, quail, and many others graze contently upon these lands. Thunder storms tend to appear randomly, so visits should remain short or be planned.
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Pack Lands The lands of the West. These lands are flat and peaceful, with few trees scattered here and there, shade is a rare treat in the summer heat. Tall grasses sway in the gentle breezes that constantly blow across the terra, keeping it cool. Small hills rise here and there beneath the green grasses which turn yellow in the dry season, still edible and delectable. Deer and antelope play on the plains, along with small prey of all sorts. Rabbits and prairie dogs bolt this way and that, their dens burrowing deep into the heart of this land, and life is easy for those who put forth the effort.
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.Southern Territory.
Equus Oasis A beacon of light in the darkness, when all is lost, one may stumble upon here. A few palm trees grow from this life giving liquid, especially in such a dry place. It is fueled by an underground spring, so it may never run out, but the water is inaccessible any other way. Deep within the ground it rests, rising only to replenish what was lost. It is named for a herd of horses which found it long ago, and the small band continues to visit and never strays far. They allow others, for they know that survival requires cooperation. Beasts of all sort venture here to fill themselves at this ceasefire.
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Ivory Sands These sands are a gleaming and flawless white, scorching not just the paws that walk upon them, but the corneas which view them. In the mid day sun when they are hit for the brief second light hits it dead on, the reflection is blinding. Any other point of the day it is merely a faint bother to your orbs, much like plodding through burning snow. The lands are desolate and footprints themselves are rare, and prey is almost unheard of it. It is present of course, but chooses to travel at night when the soft pads of its feet will not be treated so harshly.
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Pack Lands The lands of the South. The pack takes over most of the Southern region with little confrontation, seeing as it is a desolate and desert-y place. Naturally warm all year, although in the winter temperatures drop to well below zero, and in the summer, they top 110* F. Vegetation itself is sparse, unless once can find one of the few oasis which are few in number and placed far apart. Only the most adapted and fit of beasts can survive in this harsh environment, where prey is hard to find, and life is a constant struggle against those of your own, and other, species.
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