Anuk Uzakï

**Anuk Uzakï** is a character on *Wolf's Bane.* He débuts in the first episode/part of the first season/chapter. He is the main protagonist and the story mostly revolves around him.

## Anuk Uzakï

### Position

Assistant (formerly)
Traveler-Guide

### Relatives

Unnamed parents
Maram Savamé (adoptive mother; deceased)
Layla (former mate)
Zekee Uzakï (son)
Alek Uzakï (son; deceased)
Matt Uzakï (son)

### Aliases

The Lost Pup
Anuk Ohitekah

### Personality

Anuk is a gentle, wise, loyal, respectful, kind, laid-back, brave and loving wolf. When he was a pup, he used to be a lot more shy, insecure and quiet but also very glad and polite; having an optimistic demeanor. As he grew older he became more confident and social. He cares deeply for his family, which he likes to show through affection. Anuk is also shown to be quite empathetic; he wants to help others as best as he can, especially if someone is going through difficult times or is otherwise struggling. After the incident, Anuk for a moment became distant and somewhat unresponsive, keeping himself isolated from everyone. He can also appear hostile and bitter, and isn't afraid to voice his opinions as well as express his feelings.

### Appearance

> It seems the pup is a mix between two different wolves, the other parent being a valley wolf, as seen in him.
>
> — Maram to Zarek about Anuk's distinctive appearance after adopting him

Anuk has a bright sand brown pelt with a black stripe on his back and tail, and black "sleeves" on legs. His eyes are yellow. Despite being a mix, he resembles a valley wolf more, possessing the standard attributes of one; short but smooth fur, a mane, and a long tail. Though he is slightly shorter than an average male valley wolf.

## History

### Birth & Childhood

Anuk was born to unnamed parents in the Western pack's outer territory, near the border between Western and Southern pack. Anuk has no memories of his parents due to being separated from them early on. The place where Anuk was born, got attacked by red wolves. During the attack his father disappeared and his mother escaped to the Eastern pack's territory and left him to a female wolf named Maram only at the age of 3 days. Maram promised to take Anuk and raise him as her own. As a pup, Anuk didn't have that many friends. His first (and only at the time) friend and also a crush was a female pup named Tilya. The latter were really close but the friendship ended after Tilya was made to be betrothed to an unnamed male. Tilya's parents thought that they couldn't continue being friends since their daughter was promised to another and especially when Anuk used to have [romantic] feelings for her.

At one point, Anuk asked Maram about his father, who he is and where he is, to which Maram answered that his father unfortunately passed away before he was born. Anuk had always been aware he was a mix, but thought the other part of him being a timber wolf, since he believed Maram to be one. Unbeknownst to Anuk, that's how Maram wanted him and some of the members to believe, afraid of letting the truth be known. When Anuk turned 1, he met Nimueh, who happened to be the leader's son. First their relationship got off to a rocky start, as Nimueh kept shutting him out and ignored him nearly every time Anuk tried to interact. But after a while, they became close friends and developed a strong bond.

### Helping Nimueh

Eight months after Anuk and Nimueh had befriended one another, Nimueh had voiced his concerns to Anuk - which were about his upcoming ascension. Nimueh felt unready and extremely nervous, but Anuk tried to reassure him of his readiness. He also suggested him to talk to his parents, as Anuk was sure they would understand. Nimueh felt very reluctant, afraid of disappointing them, especially his father. Anuk then suggested for him to go with him to support him. Nimeuh eventually agreed and the two young wolves then went to see Nimueh's parents, Zarek and Naomi. As Anuk had guessed correctly, both Zarek and Naomi were very understanding and were even willing to postpone the ascension. But, both Anuk and Zarek, especially Anuk, were able to give Nimueh his confidence and the ascension was to take place the next day.

#### Promotion

When Nimueh became the leader, he named Anuk to be his assistant after proving to possess great wisdom. Anuk felt honored and gladly accepted the promotion.

### Meeting Layla

After a year being an assistant, he met Layla while checking on the northern border. She was a dog, a shikoku her breed is called — who had escaped from the humans. She had swimmed to the island and passed out once she reached the beach. Anuk picked her up and put her in a cave, accompanying her 'til gaining her consciousness. After waking up, Layla thought that Anuk was there to harm her. But instead of an aggressive and angry wolf, it was a friendly and curious one. Anuk kept Layla a secret for a little while, only meeting her during late in the evening or middle of the night, who remained hidden in the cave — spending the next few days doing so. The two grew closer rather quickly during this time, bonding and sharing anecdotes of their respective homes. Over time, Anuk eventually got the courage to tell Nimueh. Layla was eventually accepted into the pack. It didn’t take long until Layla grew feelings for Anuk and the two became mates. Anuk and Layla were the first wolf-dog couple.

### Learning about his past & Maram's passing

During Maram’s 8th birthday, Maram had decided to tell Anuk the truth considering his past and Maram herself. Anuk was shocked and confused, and had a hard time processing it all. Anuk didn't speak to Maram for a week until he got informed that Maram had fallen extremely weak, and didn't have much time left. Both Anuk and Layla went to visit Maram immediately. Anuk apologized many times for not speaking to her but Maram was very understanding. Right when Maram was about to pass away, Anuk told her that she would always be his mother — biological or not. This made Maram very happy, tears running from her eyes and a smile appearing on her face for the last time. Maram wished Anuk and Layla a long and happy life until then let out her last breath. Maram was then declared deceased. Anuk was deeply devastated but was glad that he got to say it to her before her passing. Maram's burial was held during the same day.

### Becoming a father & The incident

> After my mother's passing, I thought I wouldn't ever recover from it. But what followed brought me great happiness; the birth of my sons. A family of my own. Like a gift from her to make sure I wouldn't get succumbed by grief.
>
> — Anuk after becoming a father

One day, Layla noticed she was expecting pups and informed Anuk, the former then becoming very excited and happy. But it was during this time things started to change with Layla. First everyone, including Anuk, thought it was just the hormones causing the change. But in reality, Layla started to question her decisions. She felt like she wasn’t ready to have pups but wasn't able to tell Anuk of it, since how happy he was and the fact she was already expecting. So, she kept pretending and then blamed the hormones for her change of behavior.

Two months later, Layla was ready to give birth. Anuk was worried for her and their yet to be born pups. The tough birthing took over an hour. Fortunately, both Layla and the pups were perfectly healthy. Layla had given birth to three male pups. Making everything ready, Anuk was finally allowed to go meet them. Anuk had never been so happy before. He felt that his life was perfect, as from that moment on he not only had a mate, but additionally pups. Anuk and Layla took turns taking care of them, except when it came to feeding. The pups kept growing fast, and so did Anuk's love for them as he enjoyed being a father. But because of his great love for the pups, Anuk didn’t notice Layla's continuous strange behavior. Nimueh on the other hand noticed this and tried to warn Anuk about it. But Anuk just ignored the warning and thought it was nothing serious and stated that she was just tired. Nimueh didn’t push it, since he didn’t want to ruin Anuk's happiness. But he kept a close eye on Layla.

Three months later, the pups had grown a lot, and at one point, they had become ambassadors of wolves and dogs — to show how a union between the latter is possible. But, unbeknownst to the pups or Anuk, Layla's situation started to get worse during this time, as she wasn’t the same as a few months ago. Anuk didn’t notice this, but again, Nimueh did. He tried to tell Anuk many times but he [Anuk] always denied everything. Layla had started to spend an awful lot of time on her own —always going for a stroll deep into the forest late in the evening. Anuk always quoted Layla's words as 'she wants to get some fresh air and alone time'. Anuk didn’t see anything wrong with it and kept letting her go to do whatever during the strolls. But then these late evening strolls turned into late night strolls, and she started to disappear deep into the forest during the middle of the night, always returning back early in the morning right before everyone woke up. Nimueh witnessed this and alerted Anuk right away. Anuk didn’t believe him at first until then let him [Nimueh] prove it. When it was night once again, Anuk and Nimueh stayed awake, watching as Layla woke up and went into the forest. Anuk started to become quite worried. As Layla returned in the morning, she was received by both Nimueh and Anuk. Both then started to ask her questions and pressured her. Layla, almost having a panic attack, quickly calmed herself down and answered that she was afraid that Anuk wouldn’t like her going for strolls any longer and so went during the night in secret. Anuk, believing her immediately, told her calmly that he doesn’t mind it at all. Nimueh on the other hand didn’t believe a word she told them. Nimueh knew there was more to it, but once again didn’t pressure it.

A week later, the same thing happened again; Layla sneaked away during the middle of the night. Nimueh woke Anuk up, told him about Layla and suggested them to go look for her. As they were searching, Nimueh got Layla’s scent and followed it. Until he also got another scent, from an unknown source. Anuk noticed this as well. Anuk and Nimueh continued the search and a little while later, Anuk heard sounds. Both followed these sounds, which turned out to be voices. Anuk recognized one of the voices belonging to Layla, while the other one was from an unknown male. Anuk became extremely nervous and his heart was pounding very hard. The voices then became louder as they got closer. Both then started walking slower in order to avoid getting caught. Finally, they saw the sources of these voices: Layla and a stranger. This stranger was a dog, like Layla — but different breed.

Layla and the male dog were enjoying each others company, both laughing and looking at each other very lovingly - which was something Layla didn’t do to Anuk anymore. Layla and the male dog got closer and closer to each other, muzzles touching and grooming each other. The male dog then started to walk behind her. Layla looked at him very seductively, not showing any signs of fending off. As the male was about to couple, Anuk made his sudden appearance, and attacked the male dog. Both Layla and the male dog got startled. Nimueh followed and watched from a distance. He didn’t intervene since the situation was between Anuk and Layla. Layla looked at Anuk in shock and vice versa. Anuk didn’t want to believe what he had witnessed. Anuk questioned Layla but she stayed silent and didn’t look Anuk in the eyes. Anuk started to tremble, voice shaking and tears running from his eyes. Keeping asking the question 'why', Layla calmly but shakingly answered that she had been unhappy. Layla then added that she wasn’t sure she wanted a life like what she was having at the moment with Anuk. Anuk stayed quiet for a while. He then looked at the male dog with bitterness and envy in his eyes.

After trying to understand and reason with her, Anuk finally gave in and let her go. It was very hard for him to do, despite feeling angry. Layla was then declared banished from the Eastern pack by Nimueh. When returned back to the pack, the hardest thing Anuk had to do was tell their sons how their mother wasn’t coming back, as she had turned her back against them and left them for her selfishness.

### After the incident

Ever since the incident, Anuk had become more distant and quiet, barely socializing with anyone. He hadn’t eaten anything or been sleeping well. He barely spent any time with his sons but tried his best to take care of them. But they were mostly taken care of by a pack nanny since Anuk wasn't able to do much. Nimueh tried to cheer him up but always failed. Anuk had lost his motivation towards everything. The pack healer advised Nimueh to leave him be and let him mourn in peace for a while. And so Nimueh did.

Days and weeks passed and Anuk was still in the same state. Anuk's condition started to deteriorate as he still didn't eat anything. He lost a lot of weight and became sick. The healers tried to help as much as possible but Anuk refused to get better. Nimueh and others became very worried and were quite clueless on how to help him. Until one female wolf appeared from the crowd and claimed that she would be able to help. The female wolf then went into the den where Anuk resided. As Anuk was laying on the ground looking at the stonewall, he heard a familiar voice from behind him. Anuk weakly turned around and saw his old childhood friend, Tilya. Anuk was very surprised to see her after a few years but also very confused. Tilya explained to Anuk that she wasn't able to see him after she became mates with the unnamed male. But she added that she hadn't forgotten about Anuk and thought of him often and had even dreamt of the two being together — having a family of their own. She also added how she felt extremely sad when she heard that Anuk had fallen deeply depressed. Anuk stayed quiet for a while before admitting that he too hasn't forgotten about her.

Tilya gave Anuk a warm smile and encouraged him to get better, as his sons need their father and others need their friend. Anuk didn't say anything and gave the expression that he wanted to give up. But he then started to change his mind. He then weakly got up and looked at Tilya, telling and promising her that he will get better. Tilya nodded proudly and left the den to tell others the good news. Before Tilya was able to exit the cave, Anuk asked if the two would be able to see each other more often after his recovery. Tilya answered that she was given permission to see him only for this occasion, to help him heal. Anuk voiced his disappointment but understood nonetheless.

During Anuk's recovery, Anuk wondered and asked from Nimueh if misconducts and banishments had occured in the pack before. Nimueh answered positively, and told Anuk the story of a former packmember of the Eastern pack many decades prior: Rurik. Anuk admitted being surprised after hearing it, but also somewhat felt relieved that he wasn't the only one to gone through something like the said incident.

### Travels and guiding

> I feel like I need to go out there and search for wolves in need of help. But I wouldn't be gone for long. I will always come back and guide wolves here who are in need for guidance, and of course spend time with my family and friends. I am not abandoning you, my sons.
>
> — Anuk telling about his calling to his sons

Few years had passed since the incident and Anuk had almost fully healed from it. He felt better but to be completely free, he felt that he had to do something to fill that one spot. He then figured that he would become a guide for others who have experienced the same thing as him or are otherwise having hard times. He didn't do that only in that one area, he traveled, seeked these lost wolves and helped them as much as he could, guiding them back into the light. During his travels, Anuk met the kinds of wolves that in particular were something he did not expect to meet.

In his early travels, Anuk had gone in the direction of the Northern pack's territory. Even if he knew he couldn’t go to the Northern Mountains, he still hoped to find wolves in need from the Tundra . For a few days there was no wolf to be seen and Anuk started to get cold as the temperature and weather in the tundra was very hostile. Anuk decided to give up for a while and looked for shelter. He found one from a nearby cave. As Anuk was calming down and warming himself up, he noticed he wasn’t alone. Deeper in the cave were three other wolves, who were elderly. Anuk immediately apologized and was about to leave until one of the wolves stopped him, and asked why his kind of wolf was in The Tundra. Confused, Anuk didn’t know how to answer and asked the wolf what they meant by it. The wolf gave a confused expression back, as they were surprised that Anuk didn’t know what they were talking about. They then asked Anuk was he not from the Western pack, to which Anuk answered negatively, and answered he was instead from the Eastern pack. All three elderly wolves were surprised even more. They then decided to reveal that they once lived in the pack, but left after their sibling passed away. Curious, Anuk decided to sit down and listen to the elderly wolves and asked further questions.

Few moments later, Anuk wondered who these wolves actually were and decided to ask them. The wolves looked one another and then revealed that their names were Keyone, Ameki and Sefa, and that their late sibling was Anui — who was the mate of Kegan and mother of Zarek, making her Nimueh's grandmother, and the trio Nimueh's great-uncle and aunts. Anuk became speechless. Anuk then asked if Nimueh knows about them, to which Keyone answered that they left immediately after Anui's passing and before Nimueh was able to meet them properly. Anuk asked them why and Keyone then told that the death of Anui was too painful to them, so they wanted to leave the very place that reminded them of her. Anuk didn’t say anything, only nodded in response.

A day later Anuk farewelled the three elderly siblings and thanked them. He also promised to respect their wish, which was for Anuk to keep their meeting to himself. Anuk then left their cave to continue his travels. As he was walking around, surprisingly and conveniently, a wolf in distress had come across. Anuk immediately went for the wolf's aid. At first, the wolf was quite reluctant towards Anuk's help but soon came to notice Anuk's genuinety. To contrast, Anuk came to notice that being a guide truly was his calling. After this, Anuk eagerly went to look out for more wolves in need.

### Alek's betrayal

Because of Anuk being away for so many times, he had not noticed one of his sons' change of behavior. Until one fateful rainy evening when the pack was having a meeting, Alek had shown up without permission and attacked and killed two guard wolves, which had resulted in Anuk becoming extremely shocked. Anuk couldn’t believe Alek to become what he has and thus blamed himself for his drastic change. Ever since that day, Anuk swore to himself to save his son from the path he had blindly chosen.

### The assault on the Eastern Pack

#### Meeting his father and uncle

> Alright, as you wish. My name is Kota. I am your uncle, Anuk, and I have come here to retrieve you.
>
> — Kota revealing his identity to Anuk

Two months had passed since Alek's betrayal and Anuk had traveled away from the pack to clear his mind. While entering the area between the Lostlore Woods and the Tundra, Anuk had come upon another valley wolf who looked very similar to himself. This stranger called Anuk by his name even though Anuk had yet to tell him that. Anuk became defensive and demanded to know who the wolf was. The stranger was very cooperative and understanding, so he then revealed his identity as requested. Anuk switched to being shocked and confused quickly. Anuk at first didn't believe him and accused him of lying. But after a few convinciations and provements, Anuk finally believed. This stranger had revealed himself to be Anuk's uncle, and had gone to look for him [Anuk]. Anuk had many questions but his uncle, who also revealed his name to be Kota, told him that everything was to be told to him after they would arrive back where Kota came from. Anuk agreed to go with him. A day later Anuk and Kota arrived. As they went further into the den, they were received by another valley wolf who looked identical to Anuk. Anuk stopped and looked at the wolf with a nonplussed look. The wolf got up and smiled at him. He then introduced himself as Balta, and as Anuk's father. Anuk only stared at Balta, shocked, not being able to believe.

#### Truth about his lineage

> You bastard! If it wasn't for you, she would still be alive! You alone are to blame for her death and how I never got to meet, let alone know my own mother!
>
> — Anuk blaming his father for his mother's death

Anuk proceeded to question him. Balta promised to tell Anuk everything and proceeded to tell from how he and Anuk’s mother met, to her death, and Anuk’s adoption. Anuk felt bitterness and anger towards his now-father, causing him to attack Balta, and pinning him down while blaming him for his mother's fate. Only a few minutes later Anuk let Balta go and calmed down, letting Balta continue with his revelations. Balta then revealed something even more shocking; Anuk's mother was the granddaughter of Kireg's late uncle, making her part of the Ohitekah family line — which makes Anuk part of it too. This time Anuk couldn’t react any other way than just sit quietly while trying to process the information he had received. However, despite everything and what he felt towards his father, Anuk decided to stay a bit longer. Anuk would end up staying with Kota and Balta for five months.

#### Alek's death and the end of conflict

After arriving back at the pack, he went to look for Nimueh. As he found him, Anuk immediately told him what he had found out. Nimueh admitted being shocked but also realized how everything made more sense after the recent events. Anuk wondered what Nimueh meant with his statement, which Nimueh explained. Anuk became even more shocked than he already was. Kida then made her sudden appearance, lashed aggressively on Anuk and then ran away, Nimueh following behind shortly after. After Nimueh was able to get Kida, in her words, to tolerate Anuk, he then had planned to meet with the Northern pack's leader - which Nimueh carried out a few days later. Meanwhile, Anuk went to Zekee and Matt, and helped the injured.

During the same day when Nimueh left, the red wolves, the raiders in specific, attacked suddenly. This attack devastated the pack even more, and it didn't matter if there were only seven of them, since most of the Eastern pack's soldiers were [still] immobile. The rest of the pack, Anuk included, held on as best as they could against the elite group of not-so-ordinary soldiers. Many of the eastern wolves fell or got injured badly; their numbers dropping faster than they could down even one of the raiders. But, the Eastern pack's luck took a turn. The reinforcement finally came to aid. With Nimueh came a handful of grey wolf soldiers. Anuk was reunited with the silver wolf, but the reunion got interrupted by one of the raiders attacking Nimueh. But the two friends were able to fight the raider off of them. The fight soon then came to its end, the raiders leaving the barely standing pack behind.

Anuk, a tad naively, thought of the attacks being finally over. Nimueh on the other hand didn't let his guard down, advicing others to do the same — the ones who were still able.

## Relationships

#### Maram Savamé

Maram took the task of raising Anuk as her own son - caring for him, teaching him how to hunt and supporting him. Anuk loved Maram with all his heart and saw her as his real mother; though after Maram revealed that she, indeed, was not, Anuk nonetheless saw her as one up until her passing. Being the only real parental relationship Anuk had for most of his life, Maram was the most influential and important figure to him; her teachings and raising him into what he would eventually become.

#### Nimueh Adakai

The friendship between Anuk and Nimueh started slightly rocky as during the time they met, Nimueh was close to becoming the next leader of the pack - he kept pushing himself to train more and stay focused while pushing others away, believing for them to only distract him. But thanks to Anuk's determination, and slight stubborness, Nimueh warmed up and befriended Anuk in the end. The two continued their friendship ever since then and became inseparable; always having each other's backs, trust and loyalty.

#### Layla

Anuk met Layla while checking the northern border of the Eastern pack. He took the unconscious dog to a cave and waited until she woke up. Their relationship started as a newly, yet secretly, acquainted, who only met during late in the evening - sometimes during the night, while getting to know each other better. The two grew a bond rather in a short period of time. A week after they met, Anuk found the courage to ask Nimueh if Layla could join the pack. After her joining, Anuk and Layla became mates, as the feelings they had for one another were mutual. Anuk genuinely loved Layla, dreaming of the two having a family together and growing old together. One day Layla had informed Anuk about her pregnancy, which made Anuk extremely happy - not noticing the change on Layla. Months after the birth of their sons, Anuk still had not noticed Layla's odd behavior, until he caught Layla with another male. This caused Anuk to suffer from a broken heart and eventually fell into depression. Ever since the incident, Anuk felt somewhat angry towards her but slightly blamed himself for her betrayal. Currently the relationship between Anuk and Layla is strained.

#### Kida Tessaý

Anuk met Kida after he was terminated of his position. Anuk firstly didn't like the idea of getting replaced but soon after came to accept it after witnessing Kida's qualification for the position. After Anuk had recovered from his depression, Kida had come up to him to know about his time as Nimueh's assistant. The relationship between Anuk and Kida started as an exchange of experiences. Eventually the two became close friends. But the friendship became tense for a short while after Kida found out about Anuk's true heritage. Currently Kida has come to terms with Anuk, continuing being friends with him, as she admitted that Anuk was too important to her to lose.

#### Tilya

Tilya was Anuk's first friend and the first love. Two of them met when they were young pups - Tilya approached him and asked Anuk to be her friend. Since then they became inseparable, meeting every day and hanging out as long as they could. When they had reached adolesence, they had grown romantic feelings for one another. Unfortunately the young wolves couldn't pursue a relationship as Tilya was made to be betrothed to another male. Because of this, their friendship was forced to be ended. During Anuk's depressive time, it was revealed that both of them hadn't forgotten about each other and the feelings they had for each other were still strongly present.

#### Balta Iya'tek

Balta is Anuk's father, who he hadn't met with before until much later in his life. Balta didn't return to his sons life when he first saw him as a pup a few months after the attack at their den, which resulted in Anuk being completely unaware of Balta's existence and most importantly of him being his biological father. But when the two met for the first time (second time for Balta), the relationship was fragile, as Anuk held great hostility towards him. He especially felt so when Balta told him the truth behind Anuk's adoption; blaming him and even attacking him. But their relationship changed for the better after Balta had over come of his fears and the past, and assisted Anuk during the attack at the Eastern pack. Anuk eventually accepted him as his father.

#### Makena Uzakï

Makena is Anuk's biological mother. Anuk has never met her since she gave him up for being adopted and her life to give him a better chance when Anuk was only a newborn. As being adoptee and believing his adoptive mother to be his biological mother, Anuk had never questioned nor showed interest towards Makena; reason being that his adoptive mother, Maram, never told him the truth, due to being afraid of letting it to be known. It was only after when Maram finally had told him, Anuk finally started to wonder more about his origins and of his real mother. He even wished for her to be alive still. During the time Anuk met his father and him telling Anuk the actual truth, Anuk felt great anger and sadness - especially of the knowlegde of his mother’s tragic passing. But those feelings changed into shock and disbelief after the reveal of both Anuk's and Makena's lineage, making Anuk's feelings towards Makena slightly conflicted. Regardless, Anuk still yearned for his late mother.

## Trivia

* Anuk is loosely based on the creators dream, along with Nimueh and Layla.
* Of the ranking system, Anuk was born as a gamma. The second lowest rank that there is.
* Anuk's voice claim as an adult is Charming/David from Once Upon a Time, and as an adolescent/young adult is Eric from The Little Mermaid.
* Originally, Anuk was going to be a timber wolf.
* ~~From Anuk's father's side of the family, he is a distant relative to Ka-Bar, the black wolf from the legend. He is the direct descendant of one of Ka-Bar's sisters.~~