[B] Step by Step (Bleeding Rock & The Killing Moon)

[gooberfeesh]

Most kin, whether alone or in a pair, sought out blessings when they were expecting; it was either that or they followed their hooves in a hopeful direction to find something of a greater power. Bleeding Rock, however, remained stationary. She would be a mother soon, and it felt as though she were continuously waging an internal war with herself. Her pride attempted to reassure her that she would be fine and wouldn't need any help raising the young ones, but a smaller side of her continued to push the stubborn Totoma towards a more practical reality: She did need help. Or at least, she needed to know that her children would meet the world healthy and strong.

Hesitantly, she took a single step forward. Another one followed, and then another. It was a slow pace - an unsure one - but she was finally on the move.  

[Ruriska]

It was a good thing for the parents of the Swamp that whether they were standing still or moving in a direction, a Legendary would find them eventually. As if the MotherFather could sense their need and would send one of her own to guide them. Now was no different, though perhaps there could have been a better choice than the stag that stepped out to block the Totoma’s slow progress.

There was blood splattered across the once pristine white neck of the Legendary, all the more obvious as he lifted his head in challenge, mouth sticky with a fresh kill. Even so, he smiled at her pleasantly. “You need a blessing,” he stated, tone courteous. “Would you like to ask for one?” He was in a good mood, amiable, pleased by a good hunt.

G a b y

Peep was probably a better choice for an uncertain Toto mum but I wanted to play Killing Moon, sorry. xD

 

[gooberfeesh]

Bleeding Rock halted before the Stag, her pale eyes wide. The blood splattered along his features didn't frighten her; she was used to seeing such a thing, whether it came from battle or a fresh kill. What managed to catch the Totoma off guard was how he had appeared not ten minutes after she had begun searching. It was much faster than she'd anticipated. That was for sure. Steeling herself again, she confirmed his statement. "Yes. That is why I've sought you." She shifted a little so that her golden hoof was slightly more forward than the rest. "I have been told that seeking a blessing would be best for my children when they meet the world."

Ruriska

xDD It's all good! Totomas aren't bothered by blood, but she's definitely like WTF THAT WAS FAST.

 

[Ruriska]

Her surprise and quick recovery was amusing to watch. For others, the time spent travelling and hoping could take days. Luckily for her, The Killing Moon had been close by, leading the pack. It had only taken a short detour to reach the pregnant Totoma.

“It is,” The Killing Moon confirmed. “It isn’t necessary but it does help.” He was feeling sated and magnanimous, enough to ask, “would you like me to bless them for anything in particular?” Not that she seemed certain as to what a blessing entailed but his belly was full and he wasn’t in any hurry.

G a b y

Welcome to your Speedy Blessing Service. Never wait more than ten minutes for your legendary to arrive!

 

[gooberfeesh]

The doe fell into thought for a moment. Totoma young were generally born instinctive of their warrior heritage, but a push in the right direction didn't seem like a bad or harmful idea. "If you could offer them strength," she started, thinking of characteristics that were favorable in her kind. "And prosperous hunts." It felt strange to ask for anything when Bleeding Rock was so accustomed to doing things herself and not relying on others. Still, she hoped that the Stag would find her request one that he would be willing to accommodate.

Ruriska

XDD Omg, I love it! That definitely should be a legit service.

 

[Ruriska]

He grinned at her request, showing off the blood still staining his teeth. “Very well,” he said. “May your children be born with the emotional strength to support themselves and others.” The stag stared at the Totoma, as if daring her to challenge what he had offered. She had never specified what kind of strength and giving someone exactly what they wanted was hardly fun. After all, they would no doubt inherit their mother’s strength anyway. “And may their hunts be prosperous.” At least that one he was willing to give.

There was a sudden nearby snarling, an unseen scuffle breaking out amongst the pack. The Killing Moon gave the Totoma one last nod and a ‘good luck’ before simply turning and leaving, off to break up the fight and lead everyone on to the next blessing.

G a b y

And done! XD