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Name:

Valdís

Scandinavian ; " Goddess Of The Dead "

Age:
Four

Gender:
Female

Rank:
The Beta Female

Desired Rank:
She's Rather Content In Her Role

Appearance:

This female can be considered to having an autumn colored pelt. The melody of the fall colors splashed along her pelt is quite pretty to look at. From the burnt orange colored fur intermixed with tones of darker red that reminded one of a maple tree in fall. Not to mention the rich and earthy browns surrounding her haunches and the lighter versions around her face with a mix of creamy white coloration along her underside. Along her back and spine you can see dark grey and black markings with hints of white and silver, possibly an identifier for her . This female has a nice amount of fur, and she likes to keep it well maintained with regular grooming. In the summertime her fur appears more darker when it sheds and in the wintertime it's more lighter.

This female stands at a sturdy 30 inches in height and weights 100lbs and 105lbs on a good day. This female is a mixture of both power and speed - of course as there are wolves bigger than her and smaller than her she isn't the best, however she is better equipped to deal with both. She is able to move rather swiftly while being able to dish out some medium sized blows. This female bears a muscular yet leaner build , you can see the power and elegance in her walk and step when she moves. Her legs are well equipped for running just like her teeth are well equipped for hunting.

Personality:
Wherever this young canine goes her presence commands respect. If not from the bold, elegant stride in her walk. Then from the look in her eyes as if saying: I own this room, look at me. This female doesn't lack confidence, but is not overly confident as to be arrogant or cocky. She knows when to be humble and ask for help, it's more on the level she is sure of her actions and who she is. She won't let this confidence be undermined or taken from her. Khe has a certain fierceness behind her, with fire and passion in her steps. One can also see the fierceness reflected in her eyes, whether it be through sharp, unimpressed glares or a icy and blank stare. This female can be described as an introvert with extrovert tendencies, both sociable and unsociable. While young dame is good at making small talk with strangers she often zones out when chatting with her friends. Yet, they know she means no harm. It’s difficult for her to keep up conversations at times, but she keep initiating them anyways. She spends a lot of time with her thoughts when she's alone, but say things without thinking when you’re with others. She can come off as blunt and coarse at times. Being around people does drain her energy but in a good way. However, being alone for lengthy periods of time makes her anxious. This femme love listening and talking to friends about their lives- their struggles, successes, and whatever they’re going through. But she won’t get involved and would rather let them fight their own battles, unless she deems necessary or feels a certain protectiveness over you. She truly treasures her relationships and friendships, but just have a hard time showing it. But when she does, it's quite sweet.

This female has a elegant and refined nature. When she walks, she glides. Never having overly loud or clonky steps. She has never been a clumsy child, so she is quite graceful in her walk. Her posture is always on point, and she holds her head in a regal and dignified manner. This has been drilled into her due to her parentage and being sent to finishing school. When she eats, she doesn't chow down or dig in. She is slow in eating, savoring every bite. Her words are always well-chosen and elegant in manner, in a pitch that's not too mild as to think her unconfident or shy or too loud to think her unlady-like. It is one to get her point across. Even if she's angry she won't yell, but will deliver her words in a venomous tone of voice but eloquence and class. Her face is also way of expressing her elegance, by having a lovely and inviting face with a charming smile. Or her displeasure, with a sharp and cold glance that speaks volumes by itself.

She notices body language: posture, eye contact, facial expressions, and changes in breathing. It’s a common belief that when we lie, we don’t make eye contact with the person we’re lying to. You can’t hide anything from her. So if you have something to say to this young canine , just spit it out; she would've dragged it out of you eventually anyway, and you’d just feel better for having gotten it off of your chest. Whenever she's still, this female uses her time wisely to hone her senses, soaking in her surroundings, taking in the intricate beading on the shoes of the woman standing in front of them or the way the man hanging around the edges of the territory and keeps paces. Sometimes she even like to make up stories; maybe the guy is meeting a secret lover, or maybe he’s nervous talk to someone. Since she notices everything, when something is out of place, it throws her universe out of balance, but part of the reason why she can remain so focused and productive in her everyday lives is because they have everything she needs at her paws. Khepri is always attentive to social dynamics, and because she can read body language extremely well, she can determine pretty easily how people treat one another. She can tell when couples are truly in love by the tone in which they talk to each other or how closely they sit to each other. She can deduce how close a pair of friends are by the tone of voice and the conversation. She has an eidetic memory.

She believes a person who could master their desires, their fears, and all the other emotions which threatened to overwhelm them reason was mightier than the wealthiest and strongest leader. many. This young lady has quite a reputation amongst her peers—though of higher rank, she has went and slept in the cold and rainy weather, and deprived herself of food.

While this femme can maintain a serene disposition in the most chaotic situations, this does not mean she is immune to inner turmoil. She just keep a lid on it. She does experience stress, but it's bottled up, like shaking an unopened coke bottle. The liquid foams and churns inside but nothing escapes to the outside world. In the case of Persophone , the turmoil is contained and hidden behind an expression that perennially projects self-control.

If overwhelmed and embittered, the she may detach and withdraw. She shuts-down and become resigned to a life she sees as a prison sentence, something that must be endured or tolerated, no matter how tortuous the path or the circumstances may seem. At this point, she builds an inpenetrable wall around themselves to shut-out any feelings or emotions that could distract them from their focus on a task or just getting through life in general. Becoming indifferent to the world, however, may alleviate some internal strife, but it also creates barriers that block emotionally fulfilling relationships and other outlets of joy that make life worth living. You'll never see her cry publicly, only in her private will she weep or grieve. Her face can be described like a mask and is often long-drawn as if weighted by the gravity of her burdens. When her eyes are not frustratingly impassive, they can appear, in a poetic sense, like dark chasms that act as reservoirs for the failures, disappointments, and losses of humanity.

Becase she has the right amount of wit and intelligence, she developed sass as she got older. Just like you learn to think before you talk, she acquired the skills of speaking her mind, but in a less childish and overt manner. Very diplomatic and has a calculated approach in what she's going to say and how to act, and uses a certain degree of logic and know-how to keep herself in tact. Known to be smartass. She’ll be the first one to call you out on your overt attempts of impressing someone, but the difference is, they’ll do it in a playful manner because she means well. She doesn't give a crap about what others think about her, how come comes off, doesn't take bullshit or disrespect from them, and she does what she wants, when she wants, period.

This young canine has an inner motivation that pushes her to get to the heart of an issue and find solutions. This female drills for specific answers and don’t give up until they get them. Her high energy is infectious. She consistently drive their priorities through the organization. She searches tenaciously for information they’re missing and keep tweaking her mental models until they arrive at a positioning that works. But drive and tenacity can cause her to stick to a plan that isn’t working, or outdated assumptions, or an investment that is no longer promising. This female is a realist. Realism is the mid-point between optimism and pessimism, and the degree to which you tend toward one or the other has a particularly powerful effect on your use of the know-hows. Optimism can lead, for example, to ambitious goals that outstrip the nations ability to accomplish them or can compromise your judgments her people: “I know his ego has no bounds, but I can coach him to become a team player.” But pessimists don’t want to hear ambitious plans or bold initiatives and can find all the flaws and risks in pursuing them when they do. They’re likely to miss opportunities. While her being a realist makes her open to whatever hand reality deals her. She wants to get unfiltered information that can be weighed, measured, evaluated and tested to determine what step to take next. She spends time interacting with other packs and allies, getting information and a “feel” from those constituencies about their thinking.

She'll go the extra mile to protect her loved ones from harm – especially those in her family or inner circle of friends. She has a gift for creating stability, security, and dependability for the people she care about. It’s like she can create a force field of protection and gentle care around the people she loves. Will protect them at any cost. In the past, she loved creating a relaxed, optimistic atmosphere because that brings her a lot of joy. She enjoyed swapping jokes and interesting stories with her friends. Creating, or being in, an atmosphere that is laid-back, harmonious, and pleasant was good for her soul. However, she doesn't joke or smile as much, but instead sports a more stoic expression and has become more cold and distant to her close friends and friends due to the dire circumstances. It seems she's on a path of self-destrucrion.

Increased Ability:
Heightened Senses
Speed / Agility

Power(s) that will be Gained:

Mediumship

This young female has unfortunately gained the ability to see and interact with the dead, or more frankly - spirits. It's limited to the spirits of her species so far, so she can only see and speak to wolves who have passed on to the afterlife and those trapped in between that spiritual plane and stuck on earth. She also can tell which are good or malevolent spirits, and is able to banish those trouble making ones . A downside to this is - only she can see the spirits, and it's like she's talking to air when others are around her unless they can also communicate with the deceased. Also, she hasn't figured out how to block them off, yet - so as of now she's constantly plagued by annoying spirits and can be possessed as she hasn't strengthened her mind and body to not allow it. She also has a sixth sense and can tell when spirits or ghosts are around - her eyes glow a soft silver.

Spiritual Telepathy

A simple skill really. Most can see spirits/ghosts but not all can communicate with them. She has the ability to telepathically speak with ghosts and read their minds - along with being able to invade their minds and make them do her bidding as well, while they can haunt her : she can fight back and haunt them

Afterlife Connection

Now, this is a rather big and complicated power. This power allows her passage to the "other realms". Yes - the realms beyond the earth, where those spirits that spirits that aren't earthbound are found - this is where the spirits of those who have "crossed over" can be found. This power requires a lot of concentration for her to tap into and she will be almost in a death-like trance and vulnerable to attack and possession - also the longer she stays, the more likely she can die herself. But amidst these dangers, a greater thing can happen - she's able to reach out to those more powerful spirits and entities and gain their help and wisdom with just a simple "call" or "visit" . Though the price is very hefty and draining

Backstory:
TBD

Crush:
As If . . .
There May Be Someone
But, You Didn't Hear That From Her

Mate:
She's In Her Prime. She Has No Use For The Masculine Gender

Pups:
" I Have No Desire To Deal With My Own Devilish Offspring . . . yet"
No, And She Doesn't Plan On It Anytime Soon. She Isn't Sharing Her Plums

Affiliations:

TBD

Other:

I am gonna be bold and say fushia

Name:

Jiro

Son of the Sea

Age:

4 years

Gender:

Male

Rank:

Sentinel

*Desired Rank:

Content

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Appearance:

Jiro is a bigger than average wolf, possessing an interesting combination of strength and agility. His large frame enables him to absorb direct hits from most standard opponents but doesn’t greatly hinder his movement either. Though he is not as swift as smaller wolves nor possesses the same raw power as others, his semi-muscular build makes him decently strong with minimal losses to speed. In combat, his blows are typically hard-hitting and focused, sacrificing a bit of quickness for better accuracy and power. Because of his great size, he is hard to knock over, maintaining his footing as he launches a counterattack. Overall, he is a formidable opponent, avoiding extremes and keeping a clear head.

Jiro’s fur is completely gray with the exception of the tips of his ears which are a strong red, creating a striking contrast to the rest of his body. Along his back is a darker shade of gray whereas his underbelly and legs grow into a gentle silver. Similarly, the fur around his face lightens up, distinguishing it from the rest of his body. His eyes are a standard yellow, neither weak nor hostile, an accurate representation for the whole of him.

Jiro holds himself with a level of humble self-assurance. He is confident in himself and his own strength but is the first to remark that there is always a need to adapt ability to circumstance. At first glance, he is a powerful enemy with a touch of softness. It’s clear he is neither an unnecessary killing machine nor a pushover. He is strong, but he is gentle, a line of defense rather than offense.

Personality:

Jiro’s a calm and practical wolf. Keeping his head in stressful situations, he is an invaluable asset in times of crisis. He puts his worth in being dependable and maintaining an analytical approach to determine the best course of action where others might let their emotions get the best of them. However, his straightforwardness and practicality can make him seem insensitive at times, especially in emotionally turbulent times when others need time to process while he is trying to move forward. Though he means well, he is not very intune with the emotions of others or himself for that matter. He often sees feelings as something to be bottled up and dealt with later. While it's understandable to be upset or emotional, there is a time and place, and inevitably, it’ll be necessary to move on.

Jiro is driven by his sense of duty and steadfast determination. As a sentinel, he sees it as his job to be the first line of defense for the pack and keep everyone safe.Sacrifices are necessary, and once he has set out to do something, he will accomplish it at any cost, sometimes over-burdening himself with responsibility. He will push himself to his limits to uphold his promises, but when there is something he just can’t do, he is plagued by guilt for failing and feels obligated to make it up. Constantly seeking self-improvement, he can be harsh on himself and others, holding everyone to a high standard. That said, he holds great respect for his packmates, especially the higher-ups, determined to provide in any way he can.

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Strengths:

+Strong sense of duty

+Reserved

+Practical

+Patient

+Dependable

Weaknesses:

-Critical

-Headstrong when he’s made a decision

-Can seem insensitive

-Straightforward and serious

-High-pitched sounds

Increased Ability:

Heightened Senses:

Jiro’s hearing is remarkably sharp, enabling him to detect the softest of footsteps and listen to conversations from afar. He can triangulate a noise with ease, finding the source before it has a chance to ambush him. However, he has a preference for lower frequencies with sharp, high-pitched noises hurting his ears. High frequencies, although bearable in most cases, can become insufferable after long periods of time.

Jiro’s sense of smell is nothing short of remarkable. Able to detect and identify most scents with the faintest whiff as well as hold a trail for miles on end, it’s a wonder why he isn’t a hunter. Yet his nose is not selective and strong scents can dominate over weaker smells, making it difficult to pick them out. Like his hearing are some scents he prefers and others he finds intolerable. He enjoys the smell of wet earth and leaves whereas sweet, fruity scents such as plums are at the very least irritating.

Accelerated Healing

Jiro’s healing works differently than others with a similar ability. Instead of just passively closing his wounds faster than others, he has to actively concentrate on it. Additionally, his wounds don’t “magically disappear;” they go through the healing process albeit at an accelerated rate. Though in some cases his ability allows him to heal an injury that would kill an ordinary wolf, great injuries can leave scars that will never be completely “fixed.” He remains vulnerable to speed techniques that can maim him before he has a chance to heal. Alongside his rapid healing, all the side effects hit him faster as well. Heat flashes, excruciating pain, and a high fever are not uncommon. Barring life-threatening injuries, maybe it’s better to let things heal on their own.

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Power(s) that will be gained:

Hydrokinesis

Jiro has the ability to control water, bend its shape to his will. In its early stages, he can move very small amounts of water, directing a few drops through the air or swishing a pond to create one of those mini whirlpools, like a child swirling a glass of water. With training, it can evolve to pulling an opponent under a strong current or temporarily diverting a river. At its most powerful, this can take the form of earth-shaking waves and whirlpools, though it would require massive amounts of water and control. Jiro does not conjure up water; he must pull it from somewhere, often a lake or an underground river.

After the flash, Jiro’s body changes slightly to make him more aquatic. Though unable to breathe underwater, he can hold his breath for long stretches of time. The exact time depends on how much he’s trained himself by staying underwater longer and longer. While he isn’t afraid of pushing it, he’s careful not to go too far. His nose allows some water to pass through it but blocks it from entering into his lungs. With his heightened senses, this allows him to smell over great distances. Similarly, his ears block water from entering them when submerged. Like a shark, his inner ear can detect sounds and vibrations underwater. In conjunction with his heightened senses, he has sharp underwater hearing, though listening across the waterline remains a challenge.

To control this power, he must remain calm. Like a sailor on the open ocean, he should respect the water but not fear it. He must be determined but not arrogant. Doubt on his end can result in it slipping from his control and crashing to the earth below. Overconfidence can be equally dangerous, creating a stronger wave than he can control. On Jiro’s end, it feels like he is physically pushing the water, putting invisible strain on his body. Though he can move more than he could normally carry, it is far from effortless, scaling with his actual strength.

Electrical Sensitivity

Jiro is sensitive to electricity akin to the electroreception of a shark. He can detect the electrical pulses of living organisms, though only those within a few meters and not hidden by anything (e.g. under a rock). By picking up on the electromagnetic field, he can also easily navigate in unfamiliar environments or just places with little to no landmarks, using the earth’s magnetic alignment to orient himself. His nose serves as the center of his electroreception and damage to it can disrupt his ability. Combined with his heightened sense of smell, his nose becomes very sensitive.

In addition to receiving electrical pulses, he can emit them as well, controlling them somewhat within their brief duration. For the target, being struck with one of Jiro’s electrical pulses is not unlike a reflex that can be intercepted with a bit of mental fortitude. Compared to his water manipulation, this power is fairly easy to use and master, requiring him only to imagine what he wants the other to feel. At the same time, it is very weak, never evolving into more advanced stages. Typically, Jiro regards it as a passive ability to help, suitable for navigation, tracking, and the occasional surprise weapon to buy time. Timed right, it can interrupt an attack should the aggressor be caught off guard mid-attack.

*Likes:

+Water

+Storms

+Improvement

+Fish

*Dislikes:

-Fire

-Arrogance

-Stagnation

-Fruit

*Backstory:

Jiro came from a coastal pack, wandering the forests along the sea. However, seeking adventure and discontent with the leadership, he stuck out on his own and began wandering inland despite his love for the ocean. From there, he found the thrill he was seeking, eventually settling with the Ascendant Valley Pack. Content with his pack and devoted to his new role, Jiro has committed himself to protecting and aiding the pack in any way possible.

*Appearance after power gain:

Following the flash, Jiro’s appearance changes to take after the sea. His solid gray coat is interrupted by silver stripes, mimicking that of a tiger shark. His once wavy fur becomes short and slick, allowing water to easily pass over it. His legs become a blend of gray and silver, mimicking sunlight reflected over ocean waves. And his paws become slightly webbed, aiding him in traversing the water. But most remarkably, his eyes turn into a deep blue, like the depth of the ocean itself. However, the tips of his ears remain a strong red for some unknown reason.

Other: Blue. Make some tweaks to his secondary power

Name: Kaido

Age: 5 years

Gender: Male

Rank: Hunter

*Desired Rank: Any lead

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Appearance:

Kaido is a great brown wolf. His large stature makes him stand out, towering above his peers. An intimidating figure when the situation requires it, more often than not he wears a rather neutral or perhaps even slightly amused expression on his face. His thick fur coat is primarily brown with the exception of gray highlights around his face, ears, and paws. He carries himself with an unparalleled amount of self-assuredness, as if seeking a real challenge for once. Despite this apparent carefreeness, Kaido can be a very serious beast, dropping his reckless image and leveraging his strong body to remind others of their place. Remarkably, he has very few scars. The difficulty opponents have had in wounding him enough to bleed let alone leave a scar has given him an untouchable perception of himself.

Personality:

Kaido is completely confident in his abilities, perhaps to a fault. Toying with those he sees as weaker, he likes to see how tough his opponents really are, a test of sorts. However, he is no fool and will end a fight that goes nowhere. Nor will he rush headstrong into a losing battle. Seeking a challenge, he will scale the strength he uses to what he sees his opponent as, even laughing at being outsmarted, offering them a fairer chance of survival if they can earn it. But make no mistake: he isn’t beyond trickery to get his way, regarding it as a sort of chess match to see who is truly better. When it’s time to get serious, he won’t hold back an inch, no matter who’s on the receiving end. Survival of the fittest is the number one rule. While he will extend his hand to those that prove themselves, those who can’t stand on their own legs shouldn’t expect anything from him. Yet he is not completely antisocial either. Enjoying the company of the strong, Kaido likes to have a good time and sit back when the occasion calls for it, keeping a close circle of trusted allies.

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Strengths:

+Combat

+Experienced

+Restrained

+Cunning

Weaknesses:

-Overconfidence

-Underestimation

-Rigid self-reliance

-Mildly unsociable

Increased Ability:

Enhanced Speed/Agility

Despite his bulky build, Kaido is remarkably fast. If his opponent is not paying enough attention, he’ll strike before they even know what’s happening. Even if they know what’s coming, it means nothing if they cannot dodge in time, a fact he takes advantage of when dealing with slower enemies. While others with this ability tap into it casually when crossing long distances, Kaido is a bit more sparing in his usage, preferring short bursts of speed to outmaneuver an opponent. Although enhanced speed and agility is ideal for making a quick getaway, he personally does not like to flee, opting to intercept or dodge a blow before running away from a fight.

Enhanced Strength

To say Kaido is incredibly tough would be an understatement. Built like a tank, he can take more than a few hits and packs quite a nasty punch. His enhanced strength turned his already durable frame into a wall of muscle, bringing with it a ferocious appetite, though it’s unclear if it’s a side effect of the ability or just Kaido himself. His body absorbs blunt hits easily, usually requiring some sort of slash or bite to draw blood and even then it takes a lot for it to hurt, not that he’d actually show if it did. He is extremely hardy, recovering quickly from blows that would wind an ordinary wolf and launching his own counterattack. A perfect fighting machine, Kaido takes advantage of his weight and unnatural strength to straight up overpower others.

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Power(s) that will be gained:

Storm Control

Kaido taps into the power of storms and summons them at will. He can call down devastating lightning strikes of which he himself is immune to, though it can, of course, only reach an outside target. Alternatively, his fur can spark with lightning bolts as if his body is the thundercloud, arcing to nearby objects, sending a jolt of electricity to anyone unlucky enough to be nearby. For some unknown reason, his lightning will very rarely appear an unnatural color, typically a kind of purple, ranging from a bright flash to the color of ripe plums. Other than changing the appearance of his lightning, setting it apart from a natural storm, this change doesn’t appear to have any other effect. Rain, in his eyes, is a secondary almost side effect. While his lightning is sometimes paired with heavy rainfall, other times it is a dry thunderstorm. But beyond soaking his surroundings, the rain acts as ordinary water would, falling indiscriminately wherever his storms are.

Incredibly destructive, this power is tough to master. Drawing on his strength, the storm matches his physical capabilities. Although amplified by strong emotions, that is not the only thing that causes his storms. To control them, he must concentrate, seeing them as an extension of his own power, manipulating them as he would a limb. Tied to his stamina, his storms weaken as he tires, disappearing when either he gives it up or drives himself to exhaustion. The lightning surrounding his fur is more passive, appearing when he becomes tense or upset, like a protective shield. Though if he focuses, acting as if he were the thundercloud, he can manipulate the lightning from himself as he would an actual cloud. Still, this lightning is weaker as it originates from him and not an actual cloud.

Initially, Kaido only intentionally taps into this power when he is emotional, particularly when he’s angry or upset, and frequently only when an ongoing storm is occurring. As time goes on, he learns to bend it to his will, calling storms to him instead of waiting around for one. As his confidence in his ability grows, so does his mastery. High emotions intensify his lightning strikes but, once he masters it, an “ordinary” strike can be incredibly damaging on its own. Theoretically, Kaido’s power could extend to different kinds of storms beyond a simple thunderstorm, yet that would require first exposure and then time to gradually conquer it. Each type of storm is its own beast, and Kaido himself doesn’t see much use in attempting to extend his powers much further.

Beastial Affinity

Kaido can communicate and direct other animals, calling on them to do his bidding. While he has an unnatural ability to communicate with non-wolves, he does not talk to them in a conventional sense. He can tell them what he wants of them but they will respond in their natural sounds and motions. Therefore, although he can reach out to all different kinds of creatures, he prefers to call upon mammals, particularly large mammals such as boars and bears for their great power. However, these animals remain their own independent beings, typically following the rule of might. As they look out for their own self-interest first and foremost, these creatures will only fight to the death in rare instances, particularly when they have no escape. For this reason, prey animals, especially smaller creatures, will always flee from him as normal, not that he would seek their help in the first place.

Immediately after the flash, Kaido feels more like a beast than a wolf. He gains a better innate reading of the creatures around him, picking up on their individuality as if they were wolves. However, gaining their allegiance is specific to each animal he attempts to recruit and often temporary due to the mutually beneficial circumstances they tend to form under. Being able to identify those he has already encountered and properly communicate in a way that appeals to them can only be learned through trial and error.

*Likes:

+Strength

+Hierarchy

+Challenge

+Determination

*Dislikes:

-Wasting time

-Disrespect

-Boredom

-Spinelessness

*Backstory:

No one really knows where he came from. Serving under various different groups, Kaido spent some time with a rather notorious pack. Known for its ruthless leader and cutthroat ways, it eventually split up due to lack of structure, crumbling into different groups now scattered across various regions. Striking out on his own, Kaido eventually settled with the Ascendent Valley Pack, though spending most of his days seeking the thrill of his old life.

*Appearance after power gain:

After the flash, the gray markings on his pelt begin to disappear. In fact, Kaido’s entire coat slowly turns into a blend of dark brown and obsidian black over time. He becomes more boarish in nature, his already muscular frame now covered in a strong, protective layer of thick skin. While difficult to pierce, it is most vulnerable to piercing attacks driving straight into the skin, such as a spear. Additionally, a pair of boar tusks begin growing from his muzzle. Like the tusks of a normal boar, these must be maintained and can break, though his skull structure is altered slightly to support these additions. On his forepaws, two black stripes appear, circling his legs like shackles. More subtly, his eyes deepen from a soft yellow to a dark topaz.