Saurugol

Zevahni and Yuaei (Daughters)

Faust (Half-Brother)

Artemas (Brother)

Aphrodi (Cousin)

Hera (Stepmother)

Gabriel, Nikolai, Charlotte, and Elisabet (Grandchildren)

## Application Sheet

Saurugol was the golden-furred alpha of Havir during its time in the Domain. He was the mate of Tilika, and father to Arthur, Zevahni, Mohawk, and Yuaei (though the former two pups were mothered by his friend Malika). Saurugol also adopted an albino wolf pup named Ira, who would later become his half-brother, Faust's, mate. Saurugol died in the meteoric impact which destroyed Havirian lands and scattered the pack across the Domain, and was considered to have become a god upon his death. Now known as AdeSaurugol, he is still worshipped as a god by the few who still practice the Havirian religion. He was created and RP'd by Wildfire-Tama.

## Personality

* ***Harsh but Empathetic.*** Saurugol is not a wolf you want to cross on bad terms. He is very harsh and is very frugal with mercy. He is not a forgiving wolf, for mistakes in his opinions are a sign of weakness and carelessness and cannot be tolerated for the sake of the greater good. Despite his severe philosophy, however, he does understand that it is difficult for a wolf to achieve what is demanded of them by the Gods. He knows that the Gods are harsh and unforgiving, but he is aware that he also must be this way. He even has quite a conscience, but although he is an understanding wolf at heart he does not often act this way, knowing that for the long term survival of the pack, there is no room for carelessness or extensive mercy.
* ***Reasonable and Responsible.*** Try to reason with Saurugol and you just may get him on your side. He listens to both sides of a story before making judgment and never overreacts or jumps to conclusions in fear of making a mistake. He also believes that he is a messenger of the Gods, a physical connection between his pack and the heavens, and he takes this extremely seriously. He does not let it get to his head and is careful to never become power hungry and always keep the Gods’ wills in the front of his mind. He retains his humility and keeps a calm, fair authority over those on Earth.  However, it should be noted that even if something is reasonable to do and he knows it does not mean he will actually do it. Saurugol’s first and only priority will always be the well-being of his pack. He will not hesitate to act unfairly or even ferociously if he believes that is what is best for his pack.
* ***Prudent and Proactive.*** Saurugol is a thoughtful wolf and is very wise and insightful. He is able to look ahead and predict what may come from a certain situation or event. He uses his natural intelligence to be very careful and make his decisions as wisely as possible. He is proactive in the way that he will always plan ahead. He does not like taking risks and would much rather be ready for a challenge or disaster than hope for the best. This may cause him to be cruel or cold, but his pack’s survival is what he has in mind, and he will not take risks.
* ***Loving, but Cold.*** Believe it or not, there is a loving wolf behind that harsh exterior. He has much affection for his family, pack, those who are loyal to him, and of course the Gods that have given him so much. It is his love that drives his often merciless ways. He is just desperate to protect the wolves that he loves, and he will throw anyone else in the fire to do so. He knows, also, that being outwardly loving and affectionate will only make his enemies think he has weakness. Even to those he loves he usually acts solemn and even cold because he does not want emotions to cloud his judgment. He must keep focused on what is most important, and that is the survival and the culture of the pack.

## Pre-Group History

Saurugol was born under a ghostly purple-green Night Glow to the golden she-wolf Austree and sired by the former Alpha of Havir, Sandre. He had several siblings but, as is a common fate for young puppies in Havir, all but he died in their harsh first winter. Although he was crushed by the death of his siblings, he was able to move on with the help of his cousin Aphrodi and his friend Gingu. She took a liking to the happy little pup and took him under her wing, playing with him to distract him from the harshness of the world.

His carefree life was gone before winter’s end. Sandre had plans for Saurugol. Sandre received a dream of a golden Albatross flying over the stormy seas and that lead him to believe that Saurugol was destined to be the next Alpha. Through the playful pup exterior, the Alpha saw the calm and perceptive wolf within and resolved to train him to become a Great successor. Everything began to change. Sandre began to spend more and more time with Sauru. Sauru loved this change at first, but soon things began to grow too serious as Sandre stopped allowing the golden pup to play with his friends. Sandre saw Gingu as a bad influence on Sauru because she was too playful and carefree to be the companion of someone who would soon be the Alpha, so he forbade his son from playing with her. He also greatly restricted the time Sauru spend with his other friends like Aphrodi so he could focus on his training.

Saurugol grew more and more upset and lonely as Sandre continued to forbid him to play with his friends or give him any recreation at all that was not harsh training. He spent all his time following his father around and being taught to be disciplined and wise.

One night Saurugol snuck out of his den where he was sleeping with his mother and he found Gingu and insisted that they play together. Gingu knew it was a bad idea, for defying the words of the Alpha could be a fatal mistake, especially a particularly strict alpha like Sandre. But after seeing just how upset and miserable Sauru was, she reluctantly agreed. Gingu took him on a walk to the nearby mountains where she could help him play on the rocks when she slipped on some ice and fell off a rock. Sauru laughed at first, thinking it was just a clumsy move, but it turned out that Gingu had fallen just the right way to snap her neck on the hard stone. She was dead.

Saurugol ran straight home, devastated and crying at the loss of who he saw as his big sister, and his mother met him half way, for she had gone searching after noticing he was gone. In tears, Sauru told his mother what had happened and she was greatly saddened as she took Sauru back to Sandre the break the news.

Sandre thanked his lover for bringing the pup back and then asked to speak with him alone. Saurugol was terrified and sad. He missed his friend already and felt guilty but at the same time he knew that he would be in a lot of trouble. But to his surprise, his father did not yell at him. He was firm and cold as he told Sauru that the price paid for disobeying the words of the Gods is brutal. That was when Sauru truly became spiritual and realized that the Alpha really was the messenger of the Gods. He had disobeyed the Alpha and thus disobeyed the Gods, and in return the Gods had taken his dearest friend.

Sauru was not quite the same after that. He realized how important the Gods and the structure of the pack truly were. He trained first to be a Hunt Master, since his father said some physical training was always the key to a healthy long life. He enjoyed this training because of the chance to run and let loose. At the same time he devoted himself to the training Sandre gave and Sauru grew into an insightful and talented young wolf. His father found his decision making and leadership skills impressive and he lead the pack with his son at his side.

An impressive young she-wolf, Iris, soon caught Sandre's eyes and he chose to betroth her to Saurugol. Saurugol fell deeply in love with the beautiful she-wolf and appreciated her support and friendship. She was one wolf that his father would actually let him spend time with (not much, but some) and he grew to depend heavily on her for support during his difficult training.

Saurugol was about one and a half years old when Hera, the High Priestess, gave birth to his half-brother, Faust. Although Sauru had no relationship with Hera really, he liked his younger brother immediately; feeling like he could relate to the young pup because of his desire to play and be a normal puppy, yet his mother seemed to put pressure on him to grow up similarly to how their father had done to Sauru. But despite his affection to the young pup, when he thinks of Gingu he remembers how crucial it is to stay focused and devoted to the Gods.

Sandre and Saurugol were out patrolling by the mountains when an unfamiliar wolf entered their lands.  She was a young female, and she begged to join Havir. Sandre and Saurugol refused, threatening to run her out, when she challenged Saurugol to a battle. If she beat him she could stay in Havir, and if not they would drive her out mercilessly. As the fight went on it became clear that the she-wolf was very capable and skilled. She matched Saurugol in his strength and abilities and they agreed to let her join Havir. Her name was Fume. And this was the beginning of a wonderful friendship with Saurugol and Fume. Over the next few years they would grow very close. She is one of the only wolves he feels almost completely at ease with.

It was also around this time when he found an orphaned albino puppy in the territory, abandoned and very young. Unable to bear the thought of letting her die, Saurugol begged his father to allow her to stay. His father was not happy, but Sauru's stubbornness, insisting that a harmless puppy would do no harm, and she could be raised to believe in everything Havir stood for, finally won over his father. He was getting old anyway, and had never seen Sauru defy him in such a way, so he told the golden male that he would have to find a female to suckle her and he would be responsible for her. Sauru was overjoyed and agreed. He loved Ira dearly, but it was never his nature to be affectionate, so the young female did not see much of his tender side, despite his care.

It was several months later when his father fell ill. He passed away very quickly, handing over his position as Alpha to his beloved son. Saurugol was not surprised, since he had been training for it, but he still felt a wave of anxiety at standing alone without his father. And it did not help that the High Priestess Hera resented his rule, wishing that her own son could have been the next in line. But he did not let his apprehension show. Now more than ever he needed to be strong and serve the Gods as well as he could to protect his beloved pack. The support and loyalty of his friends such as Iris, Aphrodi, Fume, and his daughter Ira helped him through his first few months as Alpha and he appreciates them greatly, even if he did not always show it.

It was soon after he became Alpha that Iris began to spend less and less time around camp. Saurugol was soon shocked and devastated to learn that she was pregnant, and not with his puppy. It turned out that she had been sneaking off and had an affair with another loner. This was a crippling blow to Saurugol and he had to struggle to keep a hold of himself for the sake of leading the pack. He shunned Iris, not wanting anything to do with her because seeing her caused him so much pain and heartbreak. Despite the pain she had caused him, Saurugol was devastated again at her untimely death.

About a year and a half has gone by since his father’s death and Saurugol continues to rule his pack with a rock hard fist with the help of his trusted Beta Fume, the High Priestess Hera even if she may dislike his rule, as well as the rest of his supportive pack. He stands resolute and firm, ready to endure whatever the future has in store and see his family safely through it.

## Group History

Saurugol's leadership was strict, but fair. One of the early "tough decisions" Saurugol had to make was the decision to forgive Quidel for having an affair with a loner. He was fiercely protective of his pack's territory, chasing off loners like Lydia, while also offering a home to wolves who seemed willing to accept the faith in the Havirian gods and could offer their skills to the pack, such as Daciana.

Saurugol was heavily invested in his packmates' wellbeing. He encouraged his packmates to take the tasks that suited them best, and promoted those with the highest skill levels. He welcomed Healers like Siobhan; Priests like Westin, Silvanus, and Genesis; and Hunt Masters like Shandris. He also watched with immense pride as his daughter Ira rose in the ranks as one of the pack's best hunters.

He patrolled with his packmates often, to keep an eye on the borders and keep up-to-date with his Guardians like Fume and Malika. Saurugol also quite enjoyed hunting, and would grow close to Shandris as the two went on several hunts together.

Ira would prove to be very prideful, though, and she and Saurugol often butted heads. Things between the two would come to a head when Ira's pride kept her from informing him of a hostile loner (Razor). He warned her of the danger of not reporting a threat. But later, when Faust wanted to check on Blutwald (after hearing rumors of mistreatment of females), Ira wanted to go with him, and Saurugol denied this. She went with him anyway, and Saurugol banished her as she turned her back on him. He would regret it, though, and vowed to welcome her back if she returned.

Eventually, Ira did return, welcomed by Saurugol, so happy to see his daughter again, unharmed - same with Faust. Despite the relieved reunion, he quickly became angered when Faust declared that he didn't believe in the Havirian gods. Silvanus and Hera were with Saurugol when the pair returned, and Saurugol intended to kill his brother for his faithlessness. Silvanus pled for Faust's life to be spared, and Hera, desperate to save her son from the gods' punishment, offered herself in his stead. Hera fell to her death when the snowy mountain crumbled away beneath her. Everyone present was astonished and grief-stricken, and ultimately, Faust fled from Havir, leaving Saurugol behind.

Saurugol tried to keep his mind off his brother's treachery, essentially declaring Faust to be an enemy of the pack, who would be treated as any other outsider if he returned. He continued about his duties and working with packmates, hunting with Sage, welcoming promising newcomers like Phoebe, Hroarr, and Fauna, and promoting the blind wolf Fallon to Guardian, and promoting existing Guardian Cyrus to a higher rank. He bonded with Shandris, Genesis, and Malika, and while spending time with Malika, he admitted his fears about Havir's lack of pups. How would the pack be able to continue without new full-blooded Havirians?

He asked Malika if she'd be willing to bear pups with him - full-blooded Havirians with the strength of both Saurugol and Malika herself. She hesitated, but eventually agreed. Saurugol was going to be a father. The two Havirians bonded over their shared 'precious cargo', and he was determined that the pack be ready to welcome the new heirs. He was cautious when welcoming new pack members at this time, but conceded to permit Tilika, Valda, and Freya into the pack.

Phoebe and Fallon would have children - Eidara, Andora, and Veron. Saurugol was delighted to see the new young and spoke to Veron about big paws. His own children would be born about a month later, and they were named Arthur and Zevahni. Saurugol loved his children, and spent a lot of time with his little family, teaching his son and daughter about Havir, going with them on family outings, and other fun activities like that. Around the same time, he grew closer to the newcomer Tilika.

Unfortunately, little Zevahni got sick. Extremely sick. Saurugol brought his daughter to the Healers, but Aphrodi and Siobhan weren't able to help her. Saurugol, Malika, and Arthur crowded around Zevahni as she passed away in her mother's arms. Saurugol tried to remind himself that the pups who died so young were taken by the gods because they were perfect, and they would be reunited in Paradise.

Still, it hurt. Saurugol sought comfort in Tilika and his other friends, Genesis and Shandris. He tried to shift his attention to his remaining child, Arthur, and was alarmed when his son came running to him one day, bloodied from battle. He was just a pup, but he had been attacked by Valda, who'd wanted him to spy on Fallon and Saurugol. Outraged by Valda's treachery, he tracked the dark female down and killed her.

However, Valda had been successful in getting her nephew, Veron, stolen from Phoebe and Fallon. Phoebe vanished searching for Veron, and Fallon requested Saurugol's permission to search for his mate, and Saurugol agreed. While he himself was out in the territory, Saurugol found a pup, but it wasn't the missing Veron. This was Neo, and Saurugol decided to bring the youngster back to Havir camp - a friend and companion for Arthur to grow up alongside. Saurugol would consider Neo to be his responsibility, though the pup really was raised by a community effort, Malika was seen as the pup's mother, for she was the one to nurse him and Arthur.

Over the next few weeks, Saurugol would grow alarmed at the loss of more of his packmates. Siobhan vanished one day without a trace, and nobody could find her. Saurugol searched with his packmates for her, but she wasn't found for a while. Instead, Veron was found, returning to the fold of Havir, much to Saurugol's relief. He would also welcome a new packmate named Dahlia, who was excellent with his children.

Saurugol and Ira went out together to search for Siobhan. They ended up getting separated while battling a bear, and Saurugol witnessed Ira fall to her supposed death. Saurugol was *shattered* by his last remaining daughter's 'death', and, wounded, he made his way back to the pack. Aphrodi treated his injuries, and Cyrus, Shandris, and Dahlia all offered some comfort to him, but it didn't make the pain any less.

While he was out one day, some time later, he met a she-wolf named Nadina, who was looking for an albino she-wolf. After some brief discussion, Nadina realized Ira was the long-lost sister she was looking for, and Saurugol had been the one to raise her. Though Ira was 'dead', Saurugol offered Nadina a place in Havir, if she wanted it. Nadina gratefully accepted, becoming a Hunt Master like her sister had been. He also met a fox, Talaendril, who was quite sassy!

More wolves came to Havir, seeking to join the northern pack's ranks: Amberjinx (who rescued Shandris from a mountain lion) and Stein. More wolves went missing around this time - Taiyo and Freya. Saurugol decided enough was enough, and he called the pack together to figure out how to find their packmates. Eventually, he decided to send out small search parties. These were somewhat successful - while on a search party with Nadina, they detected trace scents of the missing females. Other wolves, like Sage (who had risen in the ranks to a Theta, the most skilled of Hunt Masters) also detected trace scents.

Faust came limping to the border around this time. Faust had nearly been killed by a loner named Renier - and had been overthrown as alpha of his pack, Vale. Saurugol permitted Faust's return so he could recover, before (hopefully) returning to Vale. Another wolf, Ruston, joined the pack at this time too.

And then, Malika was taken.

Saurugol and Arthur, who, by now, was a young adult, searched for Malika but lost her scent trail. After this, Shandris volunteered to act as bait to bring out the kidnappers and, hopefully, lead Havir to the stolen females. Saurugol didn't want to risk Shandris, but they went ahead with her plan. It worked beautifully, and while Sage was following Shandris and her kidnappers, one of the kidnappers, Tadashi, approached her and said he was willing to help Havir find their females. Sage wanted to discuss it with Saurugol first.

Once Sage told Saurugol about Tadashi's offer, and Saurugol agreed. He summoned the pack and created and rescue party, composed of himself, Faust, Arthur, Quidel, Nadina, and Sage, and they set off after Tadashi to rescue their packmates. The rescue was a success, with Saurugol killing the other two kidnappers, Ha'an and Zane. He offered Tadashi a place in Havir for his decision to help the females.

The best thing about finding the females, though, was the surprise wolf who was tucked in amongst them: Ira. She was alive! She had survived, ironically, *because* the Brothers had found her. Everything seemed perfect, for a time. The pack celebrated, Saurugol letting himself relax and enjoy his pack's company for the first time in a long time.

Fume and Cyrus became mates, and had pups, and for awhile, things were good. But one day, Saurugol discovered Fume's corpse outside of his den. *What had happened?* She had been killed, but he didn't know by whom. Saurugol led the funeral service for his loyal Beta.

Despite the tragedy of Fume's death, life continues on. Siobhan was promoted, Aphrodi became mates with Ruston, Kotori joined the pack as a Priest, and Silvanus adopted a son - Evander. Saurugol gifted Evander with feathers when he encountered the young male at the beach. A familiar face arrived in Havir, too - Artemas! Saurugol's brother! He was delighted to see Artemas.

Around this time, Saurugol finally came to understand his brother, Faust, and accept his different beliefs. The pair discussed the possibility of Faust's return to Vale in the future, but Faust wasn't ready yet.

A few months prior, Saurugol had blessed the union of Malika and Quidel, and Malika was expecting the dark male's pups. Saurugol was heartbroken when he learned a pregnant Malika had been severely injured by a bear, and Quidel had died protecting her. He tried to comfort Malika in her recovery, and the birth of her pups, but she didn't want to see anybody, even Saurugol.

He resigned himself to let Malika grieve, and he turned his attention to happier matters - his relationship with Tilika. The two admitted that they had feelings for one another, and Saurugol asked her to be his mate. She agreed. She would later tell him that she was pregnant, and - surprise! - Ira was pregnant with Faust's pups at the same time. He was going to be a new father, *and* a new grandfather at the same time!

Saurugol tried to help Malika back to her former self. He visited her and her children, Denahi and Morgana, and encouraged her to go on walks with him. Slowly but surely, she began to recover stamina and walking ability, thanks to Saurugol's encouragement. He also tried to help another pain-stricken packmate - Angus - through the loss of loved ones.

Tilika decided to go on a hunting trip, and bade farewell to her mate. Saurugol watched her go, feeling a sense of peace and happiness, and the next day, he and Malika took their usual walk up in the mountains.

Fire streaked across the sky towards Saurugol and Malika as they stood upon the mountain, and Saurugol could only watch in a sense of peace and acceptance, as a meteor struck him down. The pack's lands would be engulfed in flames, but Saurugol and Malika were the only direct casualties.

Saurugol was reunited with loved ones in his death, like Zevahni, but he would be dearly missed by the Havirians he left behind on earth. Thenceforth, AdeSaurugol would be worshipped by those of Havirian faith as a god.

## Trivia

* Saurugol was able to gain courage during difficult periods of his life by looking out over the ocean where an Albatross may happen to fly by, heading toward their nesting ground in the mountains to the west. Ever since his father told him that an Albatross symbolized Sauru’s coming, he found comfort in the Adeavettu, the Goddess of the Tides and Seas. It is said that an Albatross is also the embodiment of her spirit. Over time Adeavettu turned out to be his personal Goddess and he spends great amounts of time meditating by the ocean, enjoying the soothing breeze and powerful crash of waves as he watched the sea birds soar by. Adeavettu can be seen by looking at the Northern Star. It may not be the brightest, but it is resolute and unchanging. Watching that star calms Sauru, the one thing that he can always trust to be the same...

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