Mohawk

Yuaei (Sister)

Faust (Uncle)

Charlotte, Gabriel, Elisabet, and Nikolai (Cousins)

## Application Sheet

Mohawk was a large gold-and-black male with striking, small golden eyes and long fangs. The son of Saurugol and Tilika, he was born after the destruction of Havir and raised in Highvalley alongside his sister, Yuaei. He took on the task of a Keeper, putting his strength to good use. The duo left Highvalley and lived as loners, leading a band of some of the last wolves to uphold Havirian religion, before he felt called beyond the Domain and left, Yuaei following in his tracks. He was created and RP'd by Tazihound.

## Personality

* ***Reserved and Vulnerable.*** Marked by his quiet nature, Mohawk is not counted among the domain's most sociable of wolves. His withdrawn tendencies and delicate sensitivity means he's easy to offend and difficult to get to know. His raw emotions often hinder his relationships with others, as he makes little attempt to fit within the confines of normal social structures. The young wolf's straightforward manner and blunt tongue can be interpreted as uncivil, especially in contrast of the refined Highvalley wolves. Hawk rarely has ill intent, however, and never purposefully intends to be impolite- it is merely his raw demeanor getting the best of his manners. Generally speaking, what you see if what you get with Hawk. He takes everything at face value, and so can become extremely overwhelmed by social complexities. Despite being notoriously introverted, he's relatively easy-going, and appreciates company so long as they share in his simple and primitive interests. Idle talk will bore him to death- but he will never turn down an invitation to hunt.
* ***Devoted.*** His strongest bond is with his sister and only sibling, Yuaei.  He is acutely aware of her emotions at all times: anything she feels, he feels. He is quite her opposite, however, as he can never comprehend his sister's instinctual grasp of their world. Many ideas he finds complex or confusing, and he looks to Yuaei for explanation. She is his guide, and in turn he offers her his protection. Their symbiosis is a mutual dependence, and necessary for Mohawk's well-being. His dependency on those around him makes him quite the burden to those he cares for. He cannot take social queues and so can become quite overbearing, often intruding on his loved one's personal space. He a child-like innocence about him that can be just as endearing as it is trying.
* ***Simple.*** Mohawk is lead by simple logic. He takes a realistic approach to most situations, and would rather stick with what he knows to be true rather than taking risks or trying anything new. He may initially reject new ideas, but he is capable of adapting, even if it is a truly rare occurrence. He does not react well when pushed out of his comfort zone, but doing so is necessary for the young wolf to grow. Despite this, Hawk prefers his world to remain constant. He is an individual who functions very well under a consistent routine. Given his way, he would do the same thing every day for the rest of his life and be perfectly happy.
* ***Practical.*** Never was there a wolf more stone-faced than Hawk. He believes that the less you say, the more weight your words will carry. In fact, he is bothered by incessant chatter, and much prefers the stillness of the wood to the words of his peers. Hawk is generally a no-nonsense type, though enjoys exchanging playful banter with those he trusts. Most time spent off-duty is wasted in his opinion. He lives like he is constantly on patrol and wholly expects others to do the same. Mohawk finds that conversation does not need to take place in order to feel close with those he cares for. He communicates more in subtle gestures and expressions rather than in words.  He is very protective of those he cares for and will put to rest any who dare to harm or insult them. Mohawk can pick up on happiness, sadness, and anger, but feelings of love are harder to identify for him. Those who take an interest in him, be it friendly, romantic, or otherwise, may find themselves severely disappointed by his inability to reciprocate their feelings.
* ***Pious and Steadfast.*** Mohawk believes he is the son of a God. And while his sister, Yuaei, basks in her holy birth, Mohawk is tortured by it. He has a tense relationship with the Havirian Gods. Having had the knowledge of their power instilled within him since his birth, he is familiar with the divine entities on a very personal level. He does not love the Gods as so many of their culture would profess, but he respects them greatly. At the same time, he fears the Gods above all else, for they have the ability to take away all that matters to him. He knows They were responsible for the creation and consequential destruction of the Havirian God's Pack, and if they chose, they could smite what is left of his family. This fear drives him forward, making sure to do as the Gods command, or face the consequences. Hawk measures his worth in strength and divinity alone. His only value is how he proves his devotion to his Gods and family. Mohawk is guided by visions of his parents, whether they be hallucinations, dreams, or altogether too real to interpret as delusional. They acts as shepherds, instructing their son as to which choices to make. Mohawk both loves and fears his father. His dedication to the Gods is a vow to Saurugol that he will continue in his father's divine footsteps.
* ***Skillful.*** Mohawk is the picture of dedication. He is reliable and assertive, yet submissive to his superiors. He thrives well under repetition and takes order without question from those who secure his reverence. For all his flaws, Mohawk is incredibly skilled in the hunt, which his mother has trained him for since puphood. He uses hunting as a way to escape into his own realm, where the complexities of wolf relationships no longer dominate and serve to confuse him. Hunting and tracking have always been second nature for him, and he continues to hone these skills into adulthood. At his mother's insistance, Mohawk has also been trained to weild his weight. He has his mother's strong legs and his father's heavy build. Simply put, he was designed to excel in physical pursuits. Under command of the wrong wolf, Hawk's strength can be a dangerous and most certainly deadly thing. Hawk, however, is *not* sadistic, and takes no joy in killing and has great control over his strength. Though he is not prone to irrational outbursts, he will readily defend when he feels necessary.
* ***Vengeful.*** After the death of Tilika, Mohawk is out for blood, wholly focused on his desire for retribution, and fearful now more than ever for the wellbeing of his family and the pack.

## Pre-Group History

Mohawk was the second-born pup to the deceased Alpha of Havir, Saurugol, and his mate, Tilika. Their union blessed by the Gods, Tilika and Saurugol wed on a Summer's day. But their marriage was short-lived. Soon, the Gods saw fit to award AdeSaurugol his throne in the sky, but not without the total destruction of the Gods pack. A meteor crashed into Havir's territory, decimating the wolves' existence and stealing their alpha. Wrought with grief and shock, Tilika fled South, leaving her life behind. For endless days she traveled, running from those memories that once gave her purpose. Eventually she was too pregnant to flee, so she settled down in the wild to prepare for the birth of her pups. The moment she met her golden children, she knew they were destined for greatness. She would raise them how she and Saurugol had intended; with the knowledge of their ties to the Gods, and with a strong, clear faith.

## Group History

Tilika, believing Highvalley to be the safest place for her and her children, approached the pack and asked to renew their traditional ties. After allowing a brief period of adjustment, High King of Highvalley, Rodwen, approached Tilika with a proposal to wed their youngest children together upon their entry into adulthood, satisfying Highvalley’s desire to breed with Havirian blood, and securing Tilika’s family in Highvalley as noblemen. But the proposition did not come without concern for the Havirian Lady, who had wed out of love herself. Reluctantly, Tilika agreed to the arrangement between King Rodwen’s daughter, Nike, and her son, Mohawk. Mohawk was displeased with this decision but agreed to it for his mother's sake.

His mother's time in Highvalley would be terribly short-lived, however, for she had not been settled long when Vektren tracked her down.

After the death of his mother at the fangs of Klaus and the Vektreni, Mohawk became a wolf driven by his need for revenge against the heathens who murdered her. He trains daily to become stronger, quicker, and wiser, determined to one day be the one to hand them their fate.

Without his mother, Mohawk grew ever closer to his sister Yuaei. He was attended to by Shardae, his "governess", who he would grow increasingly close to as he aged. However, he found that he did not fit in well with the Highvallians. Aside from being vastly different from the light-coated, long-limbed Highvalley wolves physically, he was far more genuine and honest than they, often speaking his mind - for better or worse.

He'd grown up much too soon, it seemed, and struggled to relate to his Highvallian packmates. He met (and argued with) Poppy, scorning her foolishness. He would form a *highly* competitive relationship with Gwendolyn, one of the Highblood Seekers. And Vladimir, the Prince and heir to the title of High King, viewed him as a Lowblood mongrel.

He chose to become a Keeper in Highvalley, putting his strength and stamina to good use, ready to defend his home (and, more importantly, his sister) should the need arise. He would 'defend' the pack from Calumina one day, attacking her when she newly arrived as Yuaei's Steward, but apologizing (more or less) when he learned of his mistake. He'd show her around the territory, and become a bit more acquainted as she was Yuaei's near-constant companion and Steward.

When the great glacial flood swept through Highvalley, it took Mohawk deep, deep underground, through a ravine and trapping him there. He struggled, physically and mentally, in the dark confines of the ravine, desperately looking for a way out and feeling plagued by the spirit of his father, the Sun God. Fortunately, before it was too late, Yuaei and Calumina found him, and were able to rescue him. Mohawk would be forever shaken by this event, however - his encounters with the spirits, his desperate thoughts for help, for release, for *anything...*

Upon returning to Highvalley's fold, Mohawk was granted a Steward of his own - Robin, formerly a Highblood, daughter of Bronwyn and Thallo. He had no use for a Steward, and so he was highly dismissive of her - ultimately prompting Robin to leave the Domain with her mother shortly thereafter.

When Vladimir, the new High King of Highvalley after Rodwen's death, announced that the pack was leaving the Domain, Mohawk and Yuaei elected to stay, taking their small band of friends (and Havirian god-worshippers) with them into the unknown. The wolves who would ultimately make up their little band were Calumina (Yuaei's friend and faithful Steward); Zinnia (daughter of Silvanus and Dahlia); Silas, Eros, and Livia. They would live, worshipping the Havirian gods, for a time, but it was obvious that Mohawk was unsettled. There was business to be attended to - Tilika's death needed to be avenged, he insisted.

Mohawk, called by something greater than himself, decided to leave the Domain, and Yuaei, hurt deeply by his decision to leave without telling their friends goodbye, followed after him - the siblings could never be parted. They have not been seen since.

## Trivia

* Out of respect and unfamiliarity, Mohawk will rarely refer to Saurugol as his "father". He will only ever coin him by his full name, or as "The Sun God".
* Unlike his father, who found peace and solace in the Goddess Adeavettu during his lifetime, Mohawk is especially scared of her after a near-drowning incident that resulted in his fear of water. In many of his dreams, water represents change and evolution. He avoids the coast at all costs and will always cross rivers where they are most shallow.
* Due to their pale coats and generally elongated builds, Hawk refers to all Highvallians sharing the royal bloodline as bucks (males), or does (females).
* His friend Calumina had a big crush on him, but felt as though they could never work out, given his nobility and importance.

## Quotes

* "Foolish is the dove that follows the bear." (to Poppy, in this RP)
* "You are safe and well. My mind does not wander beyond that blessing." (to Yuaei, when she wonders what life would be like if their mother had lived)
* "So, the little bird finally found her way back home. I've no use for you." (to Robin, his steward, *Stuck with You*)
* “Sister...we must cut free those who renounce the Ades. If we do not... it is my belief that they will continue to unleash their wrath upon the land.” (from *All that Remains*)

## External Links

* Official Application Sheet
* Tazihound's deviantART Gallery