Eros

RULES:

Please keep him no longer than seven rollovers. I will take him back if no one will claim him. Will be recalled if 2+ days past stay limit or inactive for 2 RO
Do not send to Dark Shadows #134668
Please keep him well-fed and entertained. If you are unable to care for him, message me and I will send you food/amusement. Will be recalled if hunger drops below 30% or mood below 50%
Feel free to add décor/marking apps to him
You may breed him (can be pairbonded to do so, would love to have pick of the pups you weren't planning to keep)
Please return him to me, Chelsea #68977, when he is 3 years old.
Please do not change his name or description!
Feel free to train him for any role you would like. Please do not set him to a lifelong role (lead wolf)

Please use this format to record his story. I'm excited to see how his story goes.
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Username & ID: chevy22 #133010
Incoming Date: 3/7/2024
Incoming Stats:302
Décor Added: heart anklets
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Username & ID: Chelsea #68977
Outgoing Date: 2/12/24
Outgoing Stats: 261
Décor Added: Flower Bouquet
Lore: Love was in the air. Eros could smell it on the breeze and taste it with every gust of wind. He knew then that he had to leave his home and search out love. His close friend, Heimdallur, has recently mated and Eros watch him with jealousy. He desperately wanted that for himself. Everyone kept telling him that he was young and that there was no need to rush true love, but Eros didn't believe them. With his goal in mind, he picked a bouquet of flowers from the forest floor and set off to find the love of his life.

Username & ID: CrowBorn666 #128399
Incoming Date: 2/12/24
Incoming Stats:261
Décor Added: White Rose Crown
Lore: Eclipse happily welcomed Eros into her pack for a short time during his travels. Eclipse allowed him to check out her packmates for a potential true love, explaining how she wasn't too crazy about the soulmate scene. When no one piqued his interest, he traveled on to other packs.

Username & ID: Pumpkiiii #74432
Incoming Date: 2/17/24
Incoming Stats: 261
Décor Added: Lunar Orb Ring Bracelet
Lore:
SpoilerUpon entering the lush clearing, Eros was surprised by the amount of wolves, and the amount of couples. What peaked his interest was an older wolf that slipped down from a rock to greet him. Despite being quite old, the wolf seemed strong enough to hold himself up. He gave a tired smile. "Another traveler, welcome, I am Shinzu, the Alpha of this pack... Why the flowers?" He suddenly asked.

When Eros explained, Shinzu smiled. "Ah, to be young and love again. I've only had two mates in my lifetime." He said as he sat beside the young wolf. When posed with the question 'Why only two?', Shinzu looked at his paws for a moment. "My first mate, well she left me shortly after she had our daughter." He gestured with his nose to a brown and black wolf talking excitedly to a gray wolf. "And for a good while I couldn't love again, I felt as though I failed. Then I met Lichen." He said with a dreamy tone.

When Eros urged him to continue he stared up at the sky and smiled. "She was a fierce one that's for sure, an admirable hunter but what really stuck out was her kindness. She could be stern at times but beneath that she was truly kind." His smile was sad as he spoke of her. "We will be reunited again soon, and when that happens I'll truly be at peace. Death doesn't stop love, all it does is stall it for awhile." As he said this, some tears could be seen forming in the corners of his eyes.

As Eros explored around the dens, a sight caught his attention. There was a beautiful young wolf nursing four puppies completely alone. When he approached her she gave him a kind smile. "Ah, a traveler. I'm Elm." She introduced herself then gestured to her pups. "This is Volpe, Deer, Sparrow, and Herring." She said proudly. After talking to her for awhile he learned that she didn't have a mate and her pups were simply just a passing encounter with another wolf. It broke his heart to learn she was taking care of them alone but he also admired her for it. They got along perfectly, and he was beginning to wonder if she was the one.

When he asked her though, she gave a small shake of her head. "Eros, you're an outstanding wolf and I do like you... But I don't want to tie you down to pups that aren't yours. Besides, you have so much more exploring to do! Don't waste your freedom on me." She said as she looked up at him. She gave him a gentle lick to his cheek. He decided to make the best of the moment and he layed beside her, resting his head on her side as he watched the pups with a content smile.

Before his departure, Elm quickly approached him with a smile. "Before you go, take this so you don't forget me." She said as she slipped one of her bracelets off and placed it around his paw. She gave him an affectionate nuzzle before he left through the tunnel and into the forest towards his next adventure.

Username & ID: ❤ P.K G0D ❤ #122059
Incoming Date: 2/19/24
Incoming Stats: 271
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Username & ID: {^°Luna°^} #127805
Incoming Date: 2/26/24
Incoming Stats: 271
Décor Added: Angel Oak Background, Pasadena Oak Branch
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WARNING Long text, but hopefully anyone who reads it enjoys! ^_^
Spoiler
A sudden noise of pounding paws and rustling branches reached Eros, followed by a sharp jolt in his shoulder as he was knocked to the ground. Strong paws pinned him and he could scent four other wolves surrounding him.
"What are you doing in our territory?" snarled the wolf pinning him, his voice strong and demanding.

"I-I'm just passing through," answered Eros.

"'Just passing through' eh? You weren't hunting at all? Gathering herbs? How 'bout scouting to--"

"What's going on here?" a new voice cut in through the sharp interrogation. Her voice held an air of authority, yet was somehow still pleasant and almost melodical.

Eros felt the paws of his captor waiver, as if he was unsure of his actions in the presence of this new wolf.

"Well? Let him up!" She ordered.

The firm paws holding him scrambled away, a low whine sounding from the large wolf, his head bowed, "Forgive me Alpha,"

Eros stood and shook the debris from his pelt, then lifted his eyes to see a stunning female wolf--her fur had a pearlish sheen, with swirling blue dye adorning her pelt, and a bluejay feather tucked behind her ear--standing over a whimpering white and tan yearling.

"It's alright SnowHawk, just don't let this experience be for nothing,"

"Yes Alpha,"

"Good," her voice was soft, "Now, this, is not a trespasser, he's a traveler, and of course is welcome to stay in our territory for as long as he likes,"

"Thank you," said Eros with a respectful nod of his head.

"Of course friend. Now, I'll show you to our dens, and we'll let these hunters complete their duties." with a dip of her head to the hunting team, she set off at a comfortable pace west of where they were. On the way, Eros explained the reason for his travels, and his hopes of finding his perfect match.

"And...How 'bout you? Have you found your special someone?" he asked, hoping he wasn't intruding. He felt like he already knew her answer, but it still hurt him when she said,

"Ah, yes I have," a starry look gleamed in her eyes, "It took a while but, oh the wait was so worth it."

"I see, I'm really happy for you," he tried to keep the sadness, the jealousy, from his voice, he truly was happy for her, but it still hurt that so many seemed to have found their mates while he was still alone.

With a small glance at him she said, "Don't worry, you'll find a beautiful and kind she-wolf soon enough!"

As she was saying the words, the forest opened up to a massive oak tree, where under its branches wolves were chatting and getting to know each other.

"Feel free to walk around, who knows? Maybe someone will catch your eye! And don't worry, I know you can do this yourself."

With that she trotted off, leaving him to figure this out on his own. After wandering around--and talking with more wolves than he could count--a smooth howl cut through the chatter, signaling that the hunters had returned with dinner.

As the wolves from the clearing all headed back to the den area to eat, Eros caught sight of a lithe tan female, with mossy trimmings along her back. She noticed him staring and gave a shy smile, before abruptly turning and headed right to him.

With a quick lick to his temple she said, "You uhm, your fur was sticking up," she had a cute smile, and an awkward tilt of her ears made Eros realize... she was trying to flirt with him.

"Ah, thanks," his tail swished back and forth, and soon hers too.

After having dinner together that night--and exchanging names, hers was ForestWhisper--and spending days getting to know each other, Eros decided. He was going to ask Alpha Luna's permission to pair with her. Because she likes swimming in the crystal water of the mountains, exploring the unexplored, helping those who can't help themselves. He loves everything about her

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"Yes of course!" Said Luna after Eros had explained his intentions of asking ForestWhisper to be his pair, "However are you planning on staying here?"

That drew him up short, he hadn't really thought about it, "I'…I'm not sure," he surprised himself with his answer. This entire journey had been to find love, and he'd found it. But he wasn't sure if he was ready to settle into pack life just yet. Then a thought occurred to him, "Alpha, may I…May I ask ForestWhisper to travel with me?"

Luna thought for a moment, her tail tapping softly. Then she gave him a small smile, "You may, but if she refuses, I can do nothing about it."

"Oh thank you! Thank you!" With that he ran off to find his love.

He soon found ForestWhisper resting by a glass-clear brook, its calming sounds intertwined with the other melodies of the forest. Her ears perked as he approached, and when she saw it was him, she sprang up to greet him.

Eros cleared his throat, "Ok, I'm just going to say it." He fluffed up his fur and bent down—like a play-bow—with one paw extended and the other lifted below him, "Will you be my pair?"

Her law hung open and for a moment it seemed she forgot how to speak, "Yes! Of course Eros yes!"
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The morning after a joyous ceremony with feasting and summer flowers adorning all the pack members, Eros and ForestWhisper were enjoying some time in the forest. She was showing him some scouting techniques, and the topic of conversation led to their future.

"Oh and I'll teach you everything about scouting, and our pups will be great hunters and warriors! You'll get used to things around here soon enough, and you're gonna love it!" she slowed her pace when she realized Eros had stopped. Worry flared like a stone being dropped into her stomach, "What's wrong?"

His tail was low, "I…I'm not sure if I'm ready for pack life,"

"Oh,"

"No no, it's not you I have no regrets." He moved closer to press his nose to her neck, "I just…I'd like it if you'd travel with me," he pulled back just a bit to look into her eyes.

She gave him a loving grin, "But Eros I can't,"

"Why not?" he begged.

"Because…I want a safe place for our pups to grow up,"

"And we'll find a place when we have to, don't worry,"

She rolled her eyes playfully, "Eros, the pups are already on their way!"

Did he hear that right? "You're serious?"

"Mhm!"

That was the happiest news he'd ever heard.
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The next day, a distressed howl sounded across the land. Eros knew he had to help, even though it almost physically hurt to even think of leaving his unborn pups and his loving mate. In the early morning light, while in the quiet of their nest he explained it to ForestWhisper, and while she desperately didn't want him to go, she encouraged him that whatever his decision, she would support him. So by the afternoon he had a small satchel of food and herbs provided by the EclipseRunners members, and he was saying his final goodbye to his newfound love.

"Be safe," she said, while nuzzling into him.

"I will, and I know you'll do an amazing job with our pups. I'll try to visit often," he gave her a tender lick on her cheek, which she returned with a sad smile, "Be strong my love." And with that, he turned and trotted across the brook, onto the next adventure, while never, ever, forgetting what he had left behind.



Username & ID: Nero #135758
Incoming Date: 03.19.24
Incoming Stats: 302
Décor Added: Owl Talon Necklace
Lore: SpoilerEros stumbled into his next pack, still a bit depressed to be leaving the wolf that may have been his soul mate. Desite that, he knew he was not done seeing what the world had to offer. He found a growing pack to bunk with for a short time, and while staying with these mismatched wolves, he spent his time keeping watch over the pups of this pack, his thoughts filled with the thoughts of his own pups. After recieving an Owl Talon Necklace as a gift from this pack, as a thank you for staying and helping, he set out on his way.

Username & ID: Ezen 136563
Incoming Date: 3/27/24
Incoming Stats: 314
Décor Added: None
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Spoiler"Welcome to the Happy Howlers, Eros." Silver Arrow greeted as he bowed his head in respect. "We may not have a lot, but I promise your stay will be great." And with that, he started on a tour. He led Eros throughout the camp, showing him every nook and cranny. Even the cranky wolf in the medicine den bowed before the pair. Silver Arrow growled playfully at a golden wolf as he passed, before getting a sideways glance from Eros.

"What? He's my fellow king." Silver Arrow replied, tilting his head.

"You're not ashamed of that?" Eros questioned, stopping suddenly in confusion. The pairing didn't sound as unusual as he believed, but had to make sure. He turned to look at the lead male, one ear flicking in puzzlement.

"Of course not. Now, I doubt you'll find any actual love here.. All our ladies are unfortunately recovering from previous pregnancies."

"Not a problem. I'm just happy to be here."

Silver Arrow nodded his approval as he walked away, leaving Eros to his own devices. There was no hunting to be done, as the Lone Wolf party had that covered. He couldn't forage, either. It felt like he was just sitting there. The pups of the pack wandered to and fro, with little care in the world. Maybe that was where he made his big debut in the pack.