Darwin&&Antaa

Got so much to lose, got so much to prove

God, don’t let me lose my mind.

It was a strange feeling, being among the land you somewhat grew up in but with so many unfamiliar faces. Darwin was still exploring, learning his surroundings and all that the Falls had to offer him – and he still hadn’t stumbled across Knox (to his knowledge), but Archibald was always there. A looming presence over the Falls, and while others might not have noticed or cared, or understood the means of which the Czar stood, Darwin couldn’t help but to feel at least a little uncomfortable. As though he was being watched constantly, and it was weighing on him in annoyance.

Today was a new day, however, and instead of leaving and venturing like he so often did – patrols he called it if they were to question his whereabouts – he decided to stick around. To spend more time learning the different cracks and crevices that had changed and adjusted since he left his home, known back then as the Windtossed Foothills. Antaa was quick with him as his heavy feathered hooves struck the earth in determination of learning the layout of the land. His phoenix flew beside him, scouting and returning, chirping with information as well as a few words. “Something.” Darwins brows furrowed, stone gaze setting on the flaming zephyr. “I need more information than that.” He passed through the bond, eyes watching as Antaa flew back to the sight and returned to him. “God, earth?” She questioned, hearing the words from Archibald as more creatures joined in on the event.

Nodding to his bonded, Darwin picked up his pace and diverted his course for the meeting. Antaa found comfort in perching on the section of where his wings folded, providing a nice little nest for the phoenix to reside. When they approached and melded into the group, Darwin dipped his head graciously to the God of the Earth, then nodded ever so slightly to his brother as he made his way into the circle that was growing. "Father Earth." He acknowledged. His eyes stuck toward the God of the Earth, remembering parts of his youth when Evers had taken him to the Veins, and the God of the Earth had told the pale brother of his to respect Darwin as his brother used his flame for the quest. ‘He is not to be a pawn to you and your brothers.’ He remembered the God saying. His gaze was glued to the deity, not giving in and glancing toward his brother in the frustration that they hadn’t respected him, and proceeded to still question him after everything that had happened.

"Talk." "Antaa Talk."