crittercrewstory

[crittercrewstory]

Our story takes place in the magical country of Wildemane, a land where animals have evolved to be the dominant species. From the noble and high flying avians, to wandering bands of wild cats and wolves, to the many creatures here and there and in between who have, over time, found more modern ways to apply their biological capabilities. It's not always easy to keep the peace with so many different species existing in one place, especially not when some seem to exist solely to pray on others.

That's why the existence of places like the Crossroads is such a wonder.

The Crossroads is an area where a bunch of the main roads and trails converge within a 2 - 3 mile radius. The inner town has a couple of buildings that are open year round, though most of the town is made up of tents and open air pavilions where stalls are set up. The busiest times of year are in the spring (just before the rainy season) and the fall (just after annual harvests). Many merchants will stop for a week before continuing on to their original destination to sell their wares.

It's in this place where so many paths converge that our story begins. Look at the following characters to choose who we will begin our story with:

An okapi in unusual yelllow drapery.

Her kind, while not a rare species, aren't common to find in this area of Wildemane, more prone to living in more dry and arid lands.

Those paying attention will recognize her garb as that of the nature goddess, marking her as an acolyte.

Her face is beginning to show some age and wear.

Currently, she is slowly walking through the Crossroads, perusing the wares and goods in the stalls.

Tapir in a lavish and fine blue coat.

He has made little effort to hide that he comes from some wealthy family with his fine clothing and bulging coin pouch that he foolishly makes no effort to hide. These mark him as an amauteur traveler, though such actions alongside his lack of any clear bodyguard make him an uncertain target, as many seem worried that some hidden guards might be around.

He seems unbothered and unconcerned and instead seems quite interested in the provided goods and wares.

Traveling pair of avians in well-made clothes.

Their age is hard to pin down, as with most avians, though the hummingbird gives off a more energetic and youthful energy than her companion.

They don't interact with many others, though the hummingbird will smile and wave when making eye contact with others. Meeting eyes with the owl is difficult as he consistently has his beak buried in scrolls and maps, seemingly trying to decide on a route or course of action.

They are currently holed up in one of the local inns, a large bowl of berries shared between them.

Feline in barbaric garb.

Clearly belonging to one of the traveling wild cat bands, it's strange to see one so small and young wandering by himself. Brigning even further attention is the axe he's lugging around, clearly much too large for his small body.

His eyes are wary and aggressive, clearly on alert and watching for something, often looking up towards the skies as he darts around the Crossroads.