Bornwild

WHAT THEY ARE

The Breeds are a rare species that, with varying genetic make-up, can transform (shapeshift) into their Breed specific form. The species is broken down into several tribes (families), including but not limited to panthera leo and canin lupus.

More specifically, the more common Breeds are large felines (lions, panthers, jaguars, leopards, and various types of mountain cats) and canines (wolves, coyotes, and foxes). On rare occasions and due to smaller numbers other Breeds have been recorded, such as birds of prey and bears.

Each sub-species have unique genetic traits and talents and most, if not all have the ability to shapeshift at will. Heightened senses (eyesight, sense of smell, hearing) and speed, strength, stamina, and agility are all shared abilities though each family experiences varied levels (i.e, regards to speed, leopard versus bear). Rapid regenerative abilities to less serious wounds aid in the healing process.

Breeds are geographically spread out, ranging from Amazons, American forests, and further. They lived in established packs, once seeking refuge and comfort in numbers. Originally, Breeds kept to their established habitats but over generations have become civilized and branched out, now living in cities with their numbers spread thin due to low population.

In this century, few tribes remain together (complete with hierarchy) and those who do, still reside in or close to their preferred and ideal living locations (jungles, forests, plains).

WHO SHE IS (WIP)

She's the second child to parents Mitau and Cleo. Tawny hair and green-gold eyes, she took after her father from the moment she was born. Her tuft of blonde hair growing to a mane any lion would be proud of. She was named Sofia, younger sister to her brother Shia. Close in age, they fought like only cubs would: with teeth, claws, and growls.

Following her brother's lead, Sofia took interest in learning basic weaponry from the local warriors of her people. While her tribe is an established and modern pack localized in a trade town near the Amazon, it was their way. Sofia also grew up knowing how to handle and shoot a gun, as poacher numbers were on the rise and Sofia's people did not quite get along with the threat to not only their clan, but the wildlife in the surrounding area.

The responsibility and care of their four legged friends is something Sofie does not take lightly. She made it a point when going for her nightly runs in the jungle to keep her senses finely tuned to nature surrounding her. Her preferred running state was in her leopard form as she found it easier to relate in feline state (i.e., acute hearing, smell, and eyesight).

Hakuna Matata (WIP)

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The feline companion of Sofia, Hakuna is a true jaguar. Found only in the Amazons they are vulnerable to extinction due to the high demand of their coat and the depreciating living space as many of the jungles and land they reside in are being destroyed.

Hakuna was a cub when his mother had been shot and killed by a poacher. A bullet had caught his hind leg, and his mews of distress had caught Sofia's attention while she took her nightly stroll in the jungle. Approaching him in leopard form, she shifted to inspect the young cub's injuries further.

After deciding the rare leopard's life was worth saving, Sofia comforted Hakuna with the familiar coughing grunts of a leopard. Sensing kinmanship, Hakuna went along quietly. Sofia nursed him back to full health over the course of a couple months, though he still sports a limp. This doesn't seem to hinder his love of climbing trees or pouncing prey.

Hakuna is fiercely protective of Sofia, and she of him. Still a natural leopard, he likes his alone time, though he'll come a-bounding when Sofia calls for him. Hakuna was captured along with Sofia, and was freed when she managed her escape. The pair travel together, now residing in Paragon City while Bornwild attempts to put a stop to the culprits responsible for the disappearances and deaths of her Breed.