Jerry
*Kibaru would be traveling through the snow covered forest with his ears pointed straight at the sky. His Jacked had fur lining inside and was closed. He wore boots and longer pants, something he wasn't much a fan of, but he didn't exactly like freezing to death much more. His was was on his face. His tails wrapped around him to help keep himself warm, something he was quite grateful for.*

*He wasn't really waking fast and made sure to keep his eye out for plants and animals. Though he wasn't sniffing like he usually does.* "Man it's been quite a while since I last came though this path... Though I've not been traveling as much as I use to ever since a while ago"
Martha
*Terrel would be making his way through the forest, the sound of hooves accompanying his own footsteps alongside the several quiet thudding of smaller pawsteps. Terrel had recently made his way out of the Capitol, now simply having to travel through the snow covered forests to make his way back to Salvania.

By his side were three wolf pups, two seemingly younger than the white one which would be more recognizable. Floof sniffed along the ground while the group walked, his head suddenly lifting up as a familiar scent had caught his nose. Letting out a quiet bark to get his owner's attention, the wolf would quietly turn his way off course from their original path, making his way through the thin tree-line to find himself staring directly over at Kibaru.*
Jerry
*Kibaru would stop for a tiny bit before going towards one of the trees. He would kneel do before slightly lifting his mask and sniffing at the plant next to the roots* "This one will do"
Martha
*Terrel would slowly follow after his wolf, hand lowering to the hilt of his sword as he went to inspect what Floof was looking at. Coming to stand by his side, Terrel would gaze over at Kibaru, for a brief moment the hilt on his sword tightening before suddenly pausing. There was something familiar about the person. Perhaps something to do with the blue tails and mask he wore. The realization kicked in later as Terrel would move his hand off his sword, a slight grin forming on his face.*"Well if it isn't the Bed Monster."*He'd say.*"Didn't think I'd see you outside of Salvania."
Jerry
*Kibaru wouldn't answer at first as he was picking the herbs, but his his ears was facing towards Terrel's Direction. He would then put them in his bag before standing up and looking at him. He would then give a bit of a sigh* "Hey there pig..." *He then looked at the multiplying wolves* "I have no Idea why a pig have so many wolves behind him... This seems morally disturbing. Hey now, there's an idea" *He said as he approached Terrel*
Martha
"Well that's typically what happens with animals when you're away for long enough. End up with more than you started."*He'd say with a chuckle, listening to Kibaru question why a pig would have so many wolves with him.*"Consider it something you don't see everyday. Much like a wolf collecting plants."*As they would speak, Floof would slowly inch closer to Kibaru, sniffing at him with his ears lowered before his tail would suddenly give a small wag.*
Jerry
"Hey there bud." *He would lower his hand so Floof could sniff it before he would give him a small pat on the head* "Well wolves do sometimes eat grass. But I guess you do have a point. These herbs are just for cooking though. Works well with pork and Chicken"
Martha
*Floof would lower himself to ground under the pats, his tongue hanging out lazily. Terrel would listen to Kibaru's explanation about how cooking the herbs would go well with pork and chicken, finding himself raising a an invisible eyebrow in question.*"So you *Do* Make other dishes than just pure meat?"
Jerry
"Naturally. To have a great meat dish, you need something the occupancies it perfectly. Whether it is smell, texture or taste. Elevating the taste, complementing it or giving you're senses a little break so you can experience it all over again. I find cooking quite fascinating. It's an art that can be mastered in so many ways. Each person having their own taste. Like what is your favourite dish and how is it best served and such?" *He said as he continued to pet the Floof* "I wonder how big Azura will be compared to you"
Martha
*Terrel took a moment to think about it, before eventually saying:*"Potato Soup, add some garlic, onion, and seasonings to it, you got a pretty good dish. Maybe some cheese if you need some extra flavor."*Floof would come to sit down, his head lifting up slightly as he would lick Kibaru's hand. It had been quite some time since the wolf pup has saw him, and now he was noticeably much larger than the last they've met, most likely no more than a juvenile but easily mistakable for a full grown wolf from a untrained eye.*
Jerry
"Sounds like a plan then... Unfortunately I have none of those ingredients on hand. But I'll treat ya when I can. You and all three 5 of you I guess?" *He said as he grabbed a small piece of raw meat and fed it to the Floof* "So what are you doing out here?"
Martha
*Floof would chew away at the meat, the other two wolf pups moving over to him to try to get at a small piece of it.*"Currently making my escape from Silnaria."*He'd say rather casually.*"Had to take out a monastery full of elves. A couple managed to escape and I don't doubt their ability to get revenge later. How about you?"
Jerry
"Sight seeing. And collecting info. Why the hell were you killing a monastery... Sounds kind of fun, not gona lie" *He said before offering some meat to the pups* "You guys are legit eating all my rations*
Martha
"Let's just say there was a lot of money in it, actually that's all to say about it. Those Elves hit harder than I remembered growing up."*He'd say with a light shake of his head. Magic users through and through they were.*"But just another day of Mercenary work. So what info have you collected so far?"*He'd partially jab, not knowing what info one could possibly collect way out here unless they were looking for something specific. The wolf pups would chew at the meat Kibaru gave them, the larger grey pup attempting to eat some of his sister's food after quickly finishing his own.*"Might want to stop giving them all the food you have, they'll just keep eating so long as you keep feeding them."
Jerry
*Kibaru would of course stop him from trying to eat it* "Hey now. Don't be greedy." *He said before standing up* "Well apparently there is news of this Islands that way up Northeast. People tell about how the beasts and plants there grow wild and huge. And I'm hoping to grab the soonest ship to there in hopes of hunting them. It will make for quite a fun trip and hopefully a delicious one as well" *He said as he continued to walk outwards of Silnaria*
Martha
*The brother would stare back up at him, letting out a quiet bark of frustration while his sister ate her small meal. Terrel watches as Kibaru would continue along, eventually saying:*"Well traveling by foot you may well get there with the whole place already stolen of its materials. And I know very well, the extent people may go to make sure they get all the precious resources you're hoping to have just for a good meal. Animals and plants that grow that big? All kinds of hunters will surely be heading there."
Jerry
"Thing is, it's over seas. And I've heard these creatures are so terrifying, that the can easily wipe out a small village... Honestly. It just get's my blood pumping, thinking about what fun it'll be. Maybe you could join me, huh?"
Martha
"Must be an even larger island to be able to contain all of them."*He'd think aloud. Terrel supposed it was one way to get further out from Silnaria for the time being until he found a place to settle, though there were some things he had to go get for his animals if he was planning on bringing them along.*"I guess I have nothing better to do than to go to a foreign island with a beacon for poachers."*He'd say.*"Plan on heading through Salvania? I'll have to pick up some stuff for my animals for the trip."
Jerry
"Well I was planning on going to Dezabia to go tell the misses about my journey, So we might as well Go through Salvania... Though we are probably going to cross it twice, cause we need to go in the opposite Direction" *He said nodding his head slightly* "Might also visit my other house while we're at it and see how the place is doing"
Martha
*With all the places Kibaru planned to go to, it was a wonder how long it would take them, but it wasn't much of a concern for Terrel. He could probably still get stuff done as they traveled from town to town. The Elf would give a light shrug.*"You choice, I'm just trying to get out of Silnaria for a while."*He said before following after him, the wolf pups and horse in tow.*
Jerry
"I know it's quite a walk, but we might as well. We might meet up with other people as well. By the way. What is your position in battle. Like range, front-" *He said before scratching his ear a bit*
Martha
*Terrel would give his horse a light pat on the side, turning to Kibaru as they'd walk side by side for the time being.*"Got more people you're planning on meeting up with?"*He'd question before being asked what is his position in battle. It was an odd question. Terrel typically just went along depending on how the fight was going.*"Versatile."*He'd say simply.*"Ranged until the enemy can get to me."*It seemed like an obvious answer, mostly with Terrel being able to easily swap between Crossbow and Sword when came down to it. Glancing at Kibaru, he'd say:*"Last we came close to fighting together was the Griffin wasn't it? You seemed willing to get close... I'm guessing that's your specially..."*He'd observe, alongside the idea of Kibaru seemingly not walking around with any ranged or throwing weapons that he could see.*
Jerry
"Nobody in particular, would be nice if we met someone that used magic. I mostly prefer close range, yeah" *He would then open his jacket a little and his bow would be visible* "But I have this if I need to hand or kill at range" *He then closed his jacked. It was clear the reason it was underneath was due to how thick the jacket was. The fact that he also had a Odatchi (long Katana) on his back would have drawn the attention. It seemed like it was used for it's power and reach. On his waist would be a normal katana that suggested it was for it's ease of use compared to his Odatchi*
Martha
*Terrel snorted in suppressed amusement.*"I wouldn't want to see another magic user for a while after that trip. If they're going to use magic, they're better just know how to heal."*He'd say, past pains coming back to the edge of his mind. A magic user wouldn't hurt, at least someone to make up for the missing space that was either a summoner, healer, or pyromancer of some sort. He'd glance down at the bow Kibaru had. He should have figured, most hunters used bows if not traps of some sort. That or chasing the prey down until one of them passed out from exhaustion. However, it was clear that his Katanas were his specialty for the most part. After some silence he would turn back to face Kibaru.*"What have you been doing all this time anyways? Last I saw you were going to take care of the Griffins, now you're search for an overgrown island."
Jerry
"Only one made it on the journey. The other I've put in the care of someone that can handle them... He's yet a little young to be traveling. Unlike Wolves, Griffins age a little slower. After that I killed an overgrown Tigger." *He said pointing to the scar on his cheek* "Left me with this beauty. It had 2 cub. Though the cubs were just that, The were as big as a normal Tiger and the mother was towering over even the carriages and had bones sticking out of it's back. They were causing discord in nature and had to be taken care of it" *He said a bit disappointed at the fact that he couldn't keep the trophies*
Martha
"Nature usually finds a way to figure itself out."*He'd say.*"Well one way or another."*Hearing about the Griffins fate, he couldn't say he was too surprised, not even sure if Kibaru knew how to care for them as it was. He could hear the disappointment in his tone, more so from the disappointment of his latest quest the ones with the Griffins.*"Well at any rate with as many places we're going to be visiting, I'm sure there will be some Mercenary missions on the way. Though if we're doing that, we need to get you a horse."*He'd say.*
Jerry
"That sounds Like an excellent Idea. But I want a different mount then a normal horse if possible. Just need a little flair. But yeah... Sorry for slowing you down on the way. How much is a decent horse anyway. If I have enough I might just pick one up on the way, you know" *He said nodding with gratification of the idea. Having a horse would definitely be better in the long run*
Martha
"What do you want to ride, an elephant?"*He'd question with Kibaru being picky about wanting a different mount than a regular horse. There wasn't like there were many affordable or morally good mounts about. A horse was simply a rider's best friend. Well usually anyways.*"If I were worried about you slowing me down, I would have just thrown on the horse and ridden it to town."*He joked.*"You can probably get a decent one for a small handful of gold."
Jerry
"Not and elephant. Something faster and... Maybe a Rhino. Or a Jaguar" *He said as his eyes lit up with the Idea of him riding one or the other* "Well I guess I can ride Griff If he get's a little bigger"
Martha
"You're going to get yourself killed on day."*Terrel would say with a brief shake of his head, a grin forming.*"Do you even know how to ride an animal?"
Jerry
"No fucking Idea." *He said laughing a bit as he realized* "You can teach me, can't you"
Martha
*Terrel eyed him for a bit, debating between actually teaching him or not. Horses were distinctively different from Griffins and Jaguars after all.*"Sure."*He'd say.*"Here's your first lesson: Getting on the Horse."*Terrel would let go of the lead of his horse, allowing Carl to walk on ahead on his own.*
Jerry
"I'm going to hate ever asking..." *He said before he took the lead and patting his shoulder to see his reaction* "Heya Budy. Mind if I get on?"
Martha
"Now that I can guarantee..."*He'd say with a grin. Carl gazed over at Kibaru, coming to a slow stop as he'd realize that Terrel was no longer holding the lead and causing the horse to look back at the Elf. A huff of air escaped the horse's nostrils as he'd tug at the lead in his nervousness.*
Jerry
"What's his name exactly" *Kibaru asked as he continued to gently pat the horse. He had a feeling he was going to end up on the ground... Luckily there was snow* "And how do I even begin Mounting him"
Martha
"Carl."*He'd say. At the mention of his name, Carl would turn his head towards his rider. Soon enough he would begin moving back towards the Elf, tugging Kibaru along.*"Try winning him over, he can get very nervous around new people trying to ride him."*He'd suggest.*"Food usually does it."
Jerry
"Wish I had an Apple... Best I have is bread" *He said sighing a bit* "He Carl. Want some Bread?"
Martha
*Carl would come to a stop, receiving a pat from his owner. Seeing as they weren't moving much, he'd turn his head away to wander the area a bit, seemingly ignoring the Okami holding onto his lead.*"You know Carl doesn't understand what you're saying right?"*He'd ask.*"Try checking the saddle bags. Never travel anywhere without rations for all your animals."
Jerry
"Thank you. I will make sure to pay you back" *He said as he did as instructed and tried offering the food he found that was edible to the horse*
Martha
"Consider it returned pay for all the meat you keep giving to my wolves."*Reaching into the bag, Kibaru would find a carrot somewhere under the other berries, vegetables, and fruits he had. As he'd offer it to Carl, the horse would glance over at him. Carefully, he'd grab the carrot from Kibaru, turning his head away once more as he'd take the moment to eat it.*
Jerry
*Kibaru would keep a hand on carl, not stroking him or moving much* "I guess you like carrots, huh?"
Martha
*Carl would finish up the carrot he had, shaking his head to and fro to as if shaking off the small bits of frost that had landed on him before he'd lower his head to try to find any grass beneath the layer of snow. He didn't seem too bothered by Kibaru's presence, however, he did keep one eye on him the whole time as he'd graze.*
Jerry
*Kibaru would then begin stroking him a little bit* "Think I should walk with him a bit before I even attempt to get on?"
Martha
*What could have once been seen as a cheesy grin would soon fade into a light smile. Terrel could tell Kibaru was at least trying to befriend the horse first. Little to no knowledge of it, but trying.*"I think it will help."*He'd agree before soon walking on ahead, leaving Kibaru to bring his horse with him on his own.*
Jerry
*Kibaru would tap carl before taking the lead and giving it little tension* "Hey Carl. Terrel's gona leave us behind. Let's go"
Martha
*Carl would lift his head up as the lead was tugged on, staring at Kibaru before taking notice of his rider walking off. He'd turn around and would begin trotting on ahead while a Terrel would lead the wolf pups onwards, occasionally glancing back to the pair.*
Jerry
*Kibaru would continue to walk forward with the lead in hand* "There we go. See I'm not much of a threat to you"
Martha
*Carl would watch Kibaru silently, continuing onward while he held onto the lead. The wolf pups would wrestle one another in the snow as Terrel continued walking, occasionally having to call to the two younger ones to keep the moving in their easy distractedness.*"It'll probably be a couple days until we get to Salvania. Plenty of time to befriend Carl on the way."*Of course Terrel said this with the knowledge that Kibaru could really hop on the horse whenever he wanted to. It wasn't like Carl was a wild horse, merely timid was all. But this was a learning experience for Kibaru and not all horses were the same.*
Jerry
"On the bright side, if anything is to happen to you or if you're preoccupied, Carl would at least have someone that can help him or fetch him if he does get lost. And I do believe this is good experience for me. I mean, I do want to ride a Griffon" *He said keeping an eye on how the horse moved and reacted*
Martha
"I would not recommend trying to ride a Griffin like a horse."*He'd say.*"For one, it's a lion eagle and two... It is not a horse."*Terrel seemed to find need on making that clear. Horses alone can be hard to get used to, let alone trying to figure out how to ride an animal with wings.*"But yeah, I'm sure you'll be great at saving Carl if it comes down to it."*There was a bit of doubt to his tone, especially in Kibaru still learning how to ride a horse, but the help would always be nice, especially on the last mission in Carl's near capture. At least Carl didn't seem to bothered in the meantime, simply trotting ahead without much tension in the lead to guide him otherwise.*
Jerry
"I'll be sure to do my best, even you're pups might need my help. Though I'll see if I can actually ride Carl. But I don't think mounting him will be the hardest part. From what I head, you need to move in pace with a horse's pace. I heard it can be quite painful for both Rider and horse if it's done incorrectly" *He said as he tried to see if he could walk a little faster with carl*
Martha
"If Carl's in danger, the pups are in danger. I try my best to keep them away from that though."*He'd say. Glancing back Kibaru as he mentioned walking at the same pace as the horse, he'd raise an eyebrow in question.*"Where did you hear that from?"*Carl would not move much faster as Kibaru walked on ahead, eventually causing the lead to reach its maximum length, though Carl seemed to be rather content moving at his own speed than Kibaru speeding him up any.*"You're right, mounting isn't the hard part. The hard part is riding in the heat of an escape is. When you're already broken and bruised from battle, having to urge a horse to move fast while not falling off in the process."*He'd explain rather morbidly.*
Jerry
"How else would I know. Intel gathering is a great hobby of mine. Important in the industry of selling and buying. Always important to keep ears open" *He answered sounding a little proud of it* "Sounds like you're speaking from experience. Well if we get a proper party going, there will be no need to try and escape. We'll just slaughter all that stands in our way I guess." *He said slowing down a bit as his test yielded some results*
Martha
"Guess I can give you props for that."*He'd say, admitting to Kibaru actually taking the extra use of his career.*"And yeah, but that was a long time ago. Consider it an early Mercenary mission gone wrong."*Terrel would shrug it off, simply something from back in his past. At the mention of getting a party together, Terrel would ask:*"And how do you plan on us gathering a 'proper' party?"*With Kibaru slowing down, Carl would continue onwards, eventually begging forced to stop with the lead tugging at his snout.*
Jerry
"Well we go out and about and search for people. Go to more dangerous spot on the map. Only the strong will dare to venture there. That and of course keeping an ear out for any news of travellers or quest that have been completed or are underway. That's a few ways anyway" *He said as he stopped for carl* "This horse really goes at it's own pace, huh?"
Martha
"Alright then. When we get to Salvania we can in the alleyways and see what crazy people would be fine with going on dangerous missions."*He'd say with a hint of sarcasm. It wasn't that he didn't believe in the idea, but more so considered how ridiculous it would be for someone to be approached by a pig and wolf and asked to join them. It was a rather funny thought actually. Being asked the question about Carl, Terrel would glance back to see what he was doing before responding with:*"Only when you walk like that, you're just confusing him at this point that or annoying him really."
Jerry
"Then help me not do that" *He said with a sigh* "Besides, I think my idea I genius. Who wouldn't trust two heavily armed men with masks?"
Martha
"Anyone with a functioning brain."*He'd say to answer his question. Eventually Terrel would turn around and walk back over to Kibaru, taking the lead, he would wrap it tightly around his arm before letting go.*"Hustle with him, move with some purpose to it. You keep stopping and speeding up, it'll just confuse him. Be a bit more consistent."
Jerry
"Ok, come on Carl. My feet are starting to hurt" *He said pulling as he walked forward. Not pulling to hard* "Exactly my point. People are going to want to join us"
Martha
*Carl wouldn't seem to move at much of a faster pace with Kibaru tugging on him, clearly disinterested in the Okami as he would continue at the speed he was already going at.*"I don't need a team full of idiots to tell me what's going on right in front me."*He'd joke before turning back to Kibaru and chuckling.*"Going to have to move faster than that. Get him into a trot."