Thread: Endless War (Spyke LionxKayLove)

RE Endless War Spyke LionxKay High in the tree tops sat a wrap around 'watch tower' as the younger ones liked to call it. But all it really was was a simply made walk way around the grand tree trunk of the forest over looking their land in all directions. Normally, on any day there might be two or three women sitting and swinging their bare feet over the edge but today there were about a dozen women with their weapons stalked as well as leather armor adorned on their lithe bodies. Most of the amazons carried staffs that were tipped with the very thorns that lay on the ground as well as shields made of the bark and trunks of the trees. This was a precaution of course but they would rather be prepared than not. The bright day light soon turned in to waning sunlight as the crisp breeze turned into one with bite but the pacing feet along the wooden watch tower did not cease. Centurion Liza Swan was charged with the look out and escort of the visitors that were to come and kept watch intently through her spy glass that was salvaged, taken, from their last battle with the so called male warriors of the east. Vial creatures. Liza! called one of the younger women, Look! I see them! Just over there! her excited prancing causing the whole tower to shake. Liza quickly walked over to the yelling voice and smacked her upside the head, I told you beginners no jumping around like that do you want Floria to come down on us all for disturbing her forest? that quieted and stilled the young amazon, barely hitting her teens but old enough to carry her own weapon. Now, Liza took the spy glass from the girl and looked to where she had pointed and sucked in a surprised breath, the girl was right, Good job little one she raised her hand again to pat her on the shoulder and give her a soft smile, hoping the girl would forgive her for her harsh words. She kept watch over the two riders for another half hour as they kept venturing the right direction and marveled at the sheer size of the darker clad male. Liza had seen some large men in her days but this warrior was far more intimidating than those she had seen. As for the first warrior that led on she did not vaguely recognized from maybe her childhood. Alright warriors. she called out to the women around her, who were antsy to start their decent towards the men, Half of you used the bridges and move around behind them, the rest of your belay down now and move to the front of them. she smirked, I'll be taking a more direct root. and with that they were off. Half the women running with light footing over the bridges that connected many of the trees together for an easier way of travel while half used rope to descend down to the root and plant covered grounds. Liza took her sweet time as she strung a great long bow with an arrow that had attached to its tail a strong woven vine. By the time she had pulled back the bow and aimed, a good majority of the women were on the ground and heading in the men's direction. Letting the arrow fly it hit several yards above the ground but that would work for her plans. Tying off the end of the vine to the grand tree she used a piece of leather to wrap around both hands as well as over the vine. With a power bound of her strong legs she was off, zipping through the tree tops, her feet running on the leaves as well as jumping over any branches in her way. Wind whipped through her blonde hair as she descended and finally letting go of one side of the leather yards before the tree and ground she landed in a roll, ending up in a crouch in front of the two men. She froze for a moment there as the horses danced in shock and she withdrew her blade from its sheath on her hip just as the rest of the women walked through the forest into their view. Many looked on with curiosity and some even whispered to others but Liza simply stood and met the older man's eyes, the one that seemed in charge and lifted her sword to the amulet around his neck, lifting it up with the tip slowly. All the while keeping her eyes on his before flickering down to see the stone shine against the wavering sun and sparkle is familiar gold across the forest life and eyes of the women. That golden light caused Liza to swiftly sheath her sword and give the men an approving nod. In her native tongue she said to the women that they were the ones before turning her attention back to the men, her eyes only briefly landing on the over dark clad man. But she was told to only communicate to the one is Floria's amulet. Welcome, she said bowing her head in respect for the amulet, not for the man wearing it, We have been expecting you. You both are weary, we shall escort you to our city. and with that she, standing beside the horse of the older man, and the other women started walking, making a large circle around the men. Some giggles came from the younger ones and she shot a disapproving look in the direction of the noise. This is quite a big deal here... she said as the trees started to clear. Back in the main building women were rushing around as word had been sent saying that the men had arrived and a banquet was to be ready by the time they got to the Great Hall of Floria. at the head of the hall stood a stone statue of a women with open arms, reaching towards the heavens and behind her a large window facing the rapidly darkening waters as the sun laid to rest over the horizon. A large wooden table shaped in a U was set in the center while other round tables set on the sides. The banquet table was set with many kinds of meats, cheese, fruits, breads, and wines of their lands. Truly over flowing with the exclusivity of their people. Flowers in large vases adorned the hall as well with flowers as big as one's head that made the hall smell sweet. Candles as a welling fire in the large fireplace that rested in the corner illuminated the darkest of corners. Everything would be ready by the time they arrived. And at the feet of the grand statue knelt a dark red haired women with a long streak of white starting from her temple all the way through her hair. She was praying, chanting, and when she was finally done she stood and turned walking down the steps. She was graceful and fit, her strong dark green eyes shown out like stars as she watched the room change into one of worship to one of feasting. Daughter, come here and stop pouting. Priestess Narsissa said in a strong voice, You know why you couldn't go. Floria said it was not to be done. I know, I know Mother. said Elegra pacing by the fire, Can't they just hurry and get this over with? she asked as she looked towards the door with her light green eyes and a small frown, almost willing it to open and finally see who was to be entering their scared grounds.