meaning: guide, leader

This canid is one that has a mix of warm and cool colors upon her peltage. Such a unique patterns rest upon her back, with mixtures of reds, blacks, and whites. Upon first sight, one would most easily note the subtle red hue that lies buried in her fur. It's almost difficult to espy at first, this red, though in certain lighten may be easier to see. Alaka'i has black predominately upon her back, similar to that of a stripe cascading down her body. This stripe remains jagged, and ends halfway down her tail, only to appear again at the tip.

Her fur is thicker, especially around her neck. In fact, this area is fluffy, so much so, that in the winter, it appears similar to that of a scarf. The remainder of her body does not have as thick of fur. Alaka'i stands at a solid 31 inches in height, weighing over 105 pounds. She is a sturdy height. Solid.

When she was younger, she had a build better suited for running. However, the older she became, the more she grew and the more muscles she obtained. In the end, her physique was best suited for carrying muscle. The female, oddly so, has a lithe yet muscular build. Sometimes, she seems masculine in certain angles. However, while her body may seem masculine, her facial features are quite the opposite.

Alaka'i's face is more defined and regal. She has sharp features and a narrow snout. The most feminine part of her face would be the shape of her eyes, which are often softer than the rest of her. Her nose is a black, her eyes being amber. They often remain in a blank or stern gaze.

Her voice is surprisingly feminine and light, almost unsuited for the way she appears, and her scent is musky, almost smoky, with hints of pine.

Alaka'i may resemble that of a male from the way she acts. However, that's simply because she knows her worth. Her posture and gait as a whole is regal, almost elegant, though quickened. She walks as if she always has somewhere to be. The female acts stoic and prideful, stalking around as if she owns everything. She learned from a young age to work hard for what she wants, thus, that is her mindset to this day.

Now, the female, although young, can be fairly tricky and conniving, often attempting to outsmart her opponents in any way she can. She wouldn't have called herself a troublesome pup, simply curious and independent. Then again, curiosity killed the cat, did it not? One way or another, Alaka'i always wound up in some type of troublesome scenario. Often, she needed help out of it, other times, she managed to figure it out herself. In turn, this has led her to become independent, as well as taught her how to rely on herself.

Not only can she be tricky, but also observant. Oh, how Alaka'i loves to observe! She watches anything with a careful eye. Like mentioned, she is known to be curious. After all, she's young. She still has much to learn. She has come a long way, but still has a long road left to go. Despite that, this female is very headstrong and stubborn. She enjoys learning, but only if she figures things out for herself. She refuses to be taught by others, preferring to figure things out due to her own trial and error. This, however, is a fairly large weakness of hers that could potentially be her downfall. She needs to learn how to step back and allow herself to be mentored by others. She needs to learn how to rely less on herself and more on the pack. Her independence, whilst good, needs to remain contained to a certain point.

Alaka'i is cunning. She always has been. Since a pup, she is quick to pick things up by watching others. Another could be sparring, and simply by watching, she will be able to mimic the movement. This is mainly how Alaka'i has learned and why she has become so stubborn and independent. Assertive and confrontational, she does not let others walk all over her. In her opinion, she has achieved this spot because she worked hard for it. Being respected is a large ordeal to her. Treat her poorly, and she will reciprocate it.

Those that know her understand that, while she is stoic, stubborn, and independent, she is highly reliable. She is passionate towards helping others that need it, making her selfless and loyal. If somebody needs something, Alaka'i is quick to offer her assistance. So, while she may come off as rude or unreadable at first, many will find that this isn't the case.

Summary: Alaka'i is a stoic, reliable, and headstrong female that knows what she wants and doesn't stop until she gets it. She is known to be tricky and highly stubborn, not to mention independent. However, many will find that she is very selfless and reliable, despite seeming like she has a cold exterior. She is actually quite the opposite if somebody takes the time to know her.

Strengths:

Independence - This is known to be one of Alaka'i's strengths and weaknesses. She is known to often keep to herself and learn things due to her own curiosity. Because of this, she isn't as clingy nor needs many friends to be satisfied.

Work Ethic - Alaka'i is known to be very hardworking and ambitious. She strives to succeed in life and doesn't let anything stop her. When she is embracing her position, there is little that can snap her out of it. Alaka'i does not get distracted easily.

Strength - She is sturdy and has several muscles surrounding her, making her fairly strong. She knows how to use her body to her advantage, especially in combat.

Reliable - Alaka'i may seem as if she has a cold exterior, when in reality, the female is high reliable and fairly welcoming. She is trustable and is selfless.

Tricky/Cunning - While young, she can be fairly tricky and cunning in certain situations. She knows how to twist her words efficiently.

Weaknesses:

Young - Because she's young, there is still much she has to learn. She isn't naive, simply young and hasn't unlocked as much knowledge yet.

Stubborn - This is perhaps her largest weakness of all. Because she is so stubborn, she refuses to learn from others, leading her to miss out. She prefers doing things herself, when in reality, her ideas may be worse.

Headstrong - Now, this is a strength of hers, but also a weakness. When Alaka'i wants something, she does whatever she can to get it. She stops at nothing, which can be a very dangerous thing.

Independence - Like mentioned earlier, this is both a strength and weakness. Alaka'i is highly independent and doesn't mind being alone. This, however, has put her into difficult situations in the past where she believes she can do things alone when she can't.

Gets Lost in her Head - Alaka'i often gets swept up by her thoughts to the point where she fixates on certain things. In short, she pushes herself to her limit at times until she's exhausted, often getting lost in her head until she snaps out of it. She feels the need to prove a point to herself and others and craves validation at times.

Enya - This female is very close to her. They may seem like complete opposites, but somehow, they have become the closest of friends. Alaka'i would do anything for Enya, and that is not an understatement. She is completely loyal to her and would protect her friend in any situation. It is her closest friend. Her platonic soulmate, if you prefer to call it.

Reina - It's only natural for these two to have become friends. Reina and Alaka'i are very similar in terms of how they act, so of course they would have befriended one another. Alaka'i has much respect for this female and, like Enya, would do anything for her.