Thread: Into the corrupted woods of Felwood! [Himeko x TinyThings]

It had been months since she had left her home in Un'Goro Crater and both her and her companions were rather tired from their long journey. Himeko sighed to herself as she checked her map once again and knew they were nearing the Felwoods. Just a few more hours boys and we will be there. She spoke to the twin wolves, Haji and Dameon as they continued to make their way to their destination. The wolves both looked up her as they walked along each side of her, their way of guarding and protecting their mistress. As they continued to make their way through the woods of Ashenvale they didn't have too many encounters other than fighting off some of the Naga or wild wolves that attacked them. After a few more hours had passed they had finally reached the edge of Felwood when Himeko stopped slightly as she looked forward at their new location before sighing again. Well boys, we made it. However it looks like we are setting camp in the woods once again tonight. I do not want to risk getting us all in danger if I can help it. She said softly as she let her bag fall off her shoulders and laid it against a tree as she then knelled down and placed a hand gently down on each wolf's head and smiled happily as she petted both of them. You both did a great job today so let us rest and then in the morning after breakfast we will head out. Soon you will have your fill on Horde scum my boys, they will pay to what they have done to our people. She said with a small smirk on her face as she then crawled over to her bag and began taking her water flask out and some food. Due to her impressive hunting skills she had plenty of food for her and her boys to eat. Taking out slabs of venison she tosses two rather large pieces to each wolf before she starts working on making a small campfire to cook her own piece. Finding firewood wasn't too hard for her and in no time she had a small fire going and then with stick she placed her piece of venison on it and began letting it cook. She already applied the spices and herbs needed for flavor to her meat as she leaned back against the tree watching both her boys happily eating away at their pieces of meat while hers cooked. It had been so long since all three of them left home and she knew that she'd get to the Horde base in Felwood in the next two days. Her orders had been given to her six months ago about a Horde base being located somewhere in Felwood. From what one of the generals told her they were the ones that had attacked her former home back in Duskwood four years ago and that now was her moment to shine as a high standing ranger. If she completed this mission she would be finally getting her promotion to Ranger General, which is something she had dreamed of ever since she was a child. She wanted to be just like her father and mother were before her. It kinda ran in her family, which she took pride in being a Duskstalker. After her meal had cooked enough for her she removed it from the fire and then held it close to her as she opened the water flask with her mouth before taking a drink. Man this feels good to at least have this small of a break. She sighed contently as she then began eating her piece of venison. After she had finished eating she yawned slightly and then patted to each side of her, motioning for her wolves to lay on each side of her. Though if we get lucky we might get to meet this guardian that everyone seems to fear out there in Felwood. She yawned as both her wolves snuggled up to her on each side. Laying down now she snuggles up to them both and with the body heat from the snow white wolves she found herself starting to doze off to a wonderful slumber. The guardian of which she was hoping to run into, from what most who have encountered it, it was a rather large cat, almost the size of a lion but the colors were purple with weird green markings. Those who got close to it was never seen alive, which is why no one knows exactly what the symbols look like. But this is what Himeko was after and she was hoping she'd be able to catch it and add it to her family. Sleep and come and gone in what seemed like no time. The small campfire had long since burned out by now and as the sun shown brightly down through the trees and onto the three sleeping figures, you could tell they were now starting to stir now as the warm rays woke them up. Nnnn... It's morning already? Himeko mumbled rather groggily as she removed her arm from Haji's waist to rub the sleep from her eyes. Both of her wolves slowly woke shortly after her, opening their eyes to her and then began slowly wagging their tails. If we eat now and head out we should reach a half way point by sundown, so lets try not to waste much time. She said as she reached into her bag and pulled out more pieces of meat for both boys and then some nuts and berries for herself. Once breakfast was finished she found her brush and began brushing her long black hair before tying it up with her hairband and pulling her red and gold chain helm over her head. She took one more swig from one of her water flasks before letting both boys have a drink before closing the flask and placing it back in her bag. Lifting her bag up and slinging it over her shoulder she looks at both boys and motions them to follow her. We must make as much haste as we can. We need to make it to the tainted forest before nightfall. She said as they started making their way into the Felwood. As they walked deeper and deeper into Felwood they came across an encampment for Tauren and Night Elves where she was able to restock up on more water flasks before continuing on. They ran into some of the corrupt Furbolgs as well as some demons, but thankfully luck was on their side as they managed to defeat them. The sun was hot and she knew night would be upon them soon enough. They continued to walk and avoid as much conflict as they could, even skipping lunch so they wouldn't waste any time reaching the tainted forest. The sun was starting to set at this point now and Himeko could see the forest clearly in sight now as well as some tainted bears. Well boys, our destination lies ahead but looks like we have yet another challenge ahead of us. Might as well deal with them quickly then find a nice spot to set camp for the night. She said as she drew her bow and stealthily made her way towards the bears. Looking at Haji then towards Dameon she nods to both of them as she readies her bow. Both wolves look at her and 'nod', clearly knowing what to do as they each went into separate paths, Haji going left and Dameon going right. Their bodies moved very fast yet very silently as they began to corner the three bears in their way. Himeko closed her eyes for a second and took a deep breath before she slowly opened her eyes and took aim. She could see her wolves were in position now and was waiting for her signal. Making sure her aim would hit dead-center she then let the arrow go. As the arrow flew gracefully in the air, both wolves leaped towards their own targets as the first bear went down rather quickly, after all her arrow did in fact hit dead-center into the bear's head. Both wolves were able to use their surprise attack to tackle each of their bears before they began their assaults of attack against them. Himeko knew not to shoot anymore arrows for fear of hitting one of her own wolves, so she instead grabbed her knife and rushed towards the one Dameon was having a little issues with. Once the bears had been defeated she panted heavily and looked at both her boys, which both were covered in blood but thankfully non of it was theirs. Well that coulda gone better but judging by the looks on this map here there is a small lake in there that we can at least bathe in. She said positively as she wiped the blood off her blade with a piece of cloth from her bag and with her wolves on each side of her, started walking again. The sun was now almost gone and after some time of walking they came to the lake. The water was a little green but non the less, it was something she could use to clean themselves off. The air here wasn't as clean as one would hope, but that was the tainted forest for you. She didn't know much about the forest itself, but knew enough to avoid the plants as much as possible. Finding a safe spot near the lake she sat her bag down on the ground and the looked up at the moon that was shining brightly down on them. Well it's a full moon tonight. At least we won't have to worry about not being able to see. She commented as she began removing her chain-mail armor, then removed the rest of her cloths under it. The water smells rather sweet here, which is a bit odd coming from this place. But one night's worth of bathing in this water couldn't hurt. She said as she walked into the rather warm water, with both wolves following suit. She worked on cleaning her wolves off first before she washed her own body off, as it was normal for her to do so. To her these wolves were her family and she cared for them dearly, yet equally. Once they were cleaned off they made their way out of the water and shook off trying to dry themselves off, but taking care not to drench Himeko's bag. Himeko then made her way into the deeper part of the lake as she dove into the water to fully get her body wet so she could clean herself off properly. As she popped back up she licked her lips and tasted the rather sweet water and smiled softly to herself. Well the water is as sweet as it smells... I should take advantage of this while I can tonight. She thought out loud as she finished cleaning herself off. Swimming back to shore she shook her head a bit to get the water out and then walked over to her bag to grab the last clean towel she had left to dry herself off with before turning to the wolves to dry them off as well. She did have an uneasy feeling about tonight and she knew that sleeping for too long might cause her problems. She got herself dressed once her wolves were dried off and then began preparing for dinner. She was starving at this point and knew both boys were just as hungry. Taking out the last of their venison she tossed the boys their meals and then proceeded to eat the piece of chicken she bought while she was at that camp and tried to relax a bit. After an hour or so after they ate both wolves stood up as they heard something moving in the distance. Hmmm... Hear something boys? She asked as she reached over and grabbed her bow and then skimmed around the forest where her wolves had been looking. She didn't see anything at first and when Haji started growling she sighed and reached over to him to pet him gently on the head. Shh... I don't see anything but I will go look and see what is there... She spoke softly as Haji slightly whimpered as he watched his mistress make her way into the direction he was staring at. As Himeko made her way through the trees she looked around carefully and didn't see anything at first, until something did catch her eyes. She saw a large figure moving around the trees that had a slight green glow to it, following it with her eyes she readied her bow once again. Taking a deep breath but not closing her eyes this time as she didn't want to lose her target. She let the arrow lose and it did hit the target, but not in a fatal way. She could hear what sounded like a scream as her arrow hit and she no sooner had rushed into see just what it was she actually hit. Once she reached where she saw the creature she noticed a female Night Elf laying there on the ground with her arrow in the girl's leg. Panicking she rushes over to the girl and kneels down to her to see how bad the damage was. Oh dear gods! I'm so sorry! I didn't know there was anyone here! She exclaimed in a rather panicked tone. Here let me help you out! She said as she leaned over to take a look at the wound and noticed it wasn't as bad as she thought it was. It was still bad non the less, just nothing like the girl would lose her leg or anything. Well thankfully it's not as bad as it looked... But hold still and I'll remove this arrow. She said as she tried to calm herself down. Reaching over to the arrow she took ahold of it and then looked at the girl with a saddened look on her face. This is going to hurt a bit but it will be fast, so please embrace yourself. She said softly as she took a firm grip on the arrow and in a swift move, pulled it out safely. She grabbed a roll of cloth out of her chain-mail shirt and began wrapping up the wound. Once she was finished she looked at the girl and spoke softly once again. Again I really am sorry for shooting you... I thought you was another bear... She sighed embarrassed as she looked over the girl. So... Um what brings you out here? She asks as she tries to lighten the mood slightly.