sundown (open)

[eliaza]

Fangorn listened to this with deepening fascination. Not as if he hadn't seen some rough times in his life, but apart from his short time in an animal shelter, he had more or less always been part of an organized group. Macavity and the henches saw plenty of blood and guts, to be sure, but both they and the Junkyardigans were much more...well, "refined," for lack of a better word, in their dealings with each other. Taking random jabs at the Jellicles just to 'make an impression' had never really occurred to Fang; he always thought somewhat larger scale - waiting for opportune times to capture and torture a whole group of them, or somehow forcing the Jellicles into all-out war. But this, what Manfredd was talking about... It sounded rather useful. Not to mention he couldn't help thinking with satisfaction, how pleased Macavity would be if they actually succeeded in getting in and out of the 'Yard without being noticed. And how the story would impress the queens... "Well, Manfredd. Perhaps you have also heard that our Jellicle friends are in a bit of a crisis right now - many of their number being mysteriously catnapped and whatnot." He knew the henches were responsible for some of the catnapping, but he thought there was also trouble from a different direction. "So they may not be as on-alert as usual. Suppose you and I paid a visit as you are suggesting? Do you believe you, with all your knowledge and experience in such things, could get us in and out unseen?" The sensible part of him knew that this was taking a large risk... But his good sense had his pride and desire for thrill to contend with, and the prideful and thrill-seeker in him were so far winning out.

[dodd4]

the massive tom shrugged again and said "I can try, only thing is I'm new to this part of the city, before the Boss had me move up here I mostly worked the docks and the East End, so you know the lay of the land better than I do and..." Manfred paused as he held up a ham like paw and opened and closed it, "I am kinda built to stand out...so it stands ta reason that there are going to be spots that you can go that I can't, but on the other paw none of the Junkies know me so I might pass as just another stray, till we tell 'em otherwise."
then he gave another rumbling chuckle, "but even dumb old me knows that there's no such thing as a sure thing, there is ALWAYS a chance that something will go sour. but don't worry Mr F if it does I'll do me darndest to see that it happens to me not you!"

[eliaza]

Fangorn all-out grinned - he couldn't help it, this whole thing was just too much: the risk, the excitement, the opportunity to show off, the Jellicles' reactions... And as long as they were successful, Macavity wouldn't care one way or the other. In fact, depending on how it went, he could even be pleased... "Quite considerate of you, Manny," he said, allowing his professional appearance to slip just slightly. "But I'll be looking out for your back, too, never you worry. Care to give it a go?"

[dodd4]

Manfredds block like head tilted on the stump that passed for a neck and his normally mournful look vanished for a moment with a booming laugh, "your a Goodun Mr F! yeah lets give it a go!" he said. then the massive tom turned and headed for one of the construction sites exits. then he turned to Fangorn, " an Mr F if you have to ditch me for any reason I won't take it personal. and if you need to you do it hear? you are the sort of bright and bold Lad that the Boss needs to run his outfit. you, you have got a future, me I'm just muscle and muscle is fodder and that's the way it's always been."
(after a few establishing posts for the trip in I figure we can switch the thread to the Junkyard, sound good?)

[eliaza]

((Sounds good ^_^ ohh the trouble and chaos that might ensue... ))

Fangorn gave a slight chuckle as he followed Manfredd. "Don't underestimate yourself, Man'," he said good-naturedly. It was easy to be complimentary towards others when his own vanity was being so continually flattered. "Muscle is a necessary and useful tool." He continued, his voice becoming more serious again, "So: the plan. If I understood you a moment ago, your intention is to go in and create a distraction?"

[dodd4]

the massive tom nodded, "do what comes natural going from one buildin to the next checkin the Dumpsters, maybe knockin
over a can or two. if they have a watch set that is worth a Quid they'll spot a big fella to be sure. if they don't
then I don't know what you've been waiting on ey?" he said simply. "I mean come on even the friendliest bloke who's a bit mug would think twice about ME sniffing about their Grub! then you go under or over that fence of theirs
easy peasy while their watching me! then after I'm given the bums rush, I'll make another try or to like a stray might." Manfredd paused to look up and down the street looking out for Human cars.

[eliaza]

Fangorn nodded slowly as he listened. Thus far, he approved of this idea. "While you are at that, being brilliant and probably worrying the little junkers to pieces, I'll be carefully making my way towards that giant Tire of theirs..." He still wasn't completely convinced that scent-marking the Tire would really do much - not to mention how un-refined such an action would be. But, he supposed, if nothing else, it would get the Jellicles scared that Henches were just popping in and out of the junkyard whenever they pleased. And maybe, just maybe, there would be a kitten or queen he could take away as hostage.

[dodd4]

Manny fell into a companionably silence as they loped along through the shadows. the massive tom froze when the headlights of a passing car raked along the alley that he and Fangorn were in, followed by the metal beast it's self. fortunately it missed the big tom as it roared past leaving the foul stench of exhaust in it's wake. "hate those bloody things," he muttered. "why couldn't the Humans have stayed with Horse's? seen them often enough in that big Forrest they call a garden, and Rory showed me a picture book once where they hauled stuff around in wagons, at least a Horse smells right." then Manfred gave his massive frame a shake, "BOLLOCKS I'm back mr F!
you must think I'm a Nancey Boy for going on like that!"

[eliaza]

Fangorn rolled swiftly out of the way as the car went past, just in time to avoid getting hit - though he still got splattered in mud as the vehicle drove through a puddle. Growling and muttering, he wiped his face with the back of his paw. "No, Manfredd, believe me, I absolutely share in your sentiments." Truthfully, cars terrified him. He did not understand how humans could be so stupid as to put their lives on the line for those giant machines, just to get somewhere a little faster. "And to think," he added, recovering, "humans actually believe they are in control of those things." He gave a contemptuous snort. He had witnessed his share of car crashes, and heard about even more. Cars simply were not worth it, but then, who ever had said humans were the most intelligent of creatures? Shrugging his shoulders, Fang turned his attention back on getting to the junkyard - though he made sure to watch out for more vehicles coming.

[dodd4]

as the two toms made their way the moon rose higher and fuller, deepening the shadow in some places even as others were awash in it's silvery light.
the massive tom peered past the alleys mouth a little surprised that they had not seen any strays during their trip.
he understood why in the Imperial territory, but they had left that awhile back.
"well Mr F, we is just about at the parting of the ways good luck to you!" Manfredd said before shuffling out into the bright moonlight.
cautiously the big tom looked about and then headed toward a shop at his end of the long lane. he disappeared into the shadows next to it and soon there was a loud CLANG!

[eliaza]

As Manfredd went his way, Fang nodded with a muttered, "Right, good luck." Already he was having some second thoughts. If this went wrong... Manfredd might get off easily since everyone more or less thought he was just a giant muscled idiot. Fang, on the other hand, was expected to know better than to make such blunders and would surely get the worst of it... Shaking off these doubts, Fangorn resolved, Just better make sure nothing goes wrong, then. He continued creeping slowly along, keeping to the shadows, making his way towards the junkyard.

((new thread time?))

[dodd4]

(indeed! Front Gate?)
the massive tom got into his foraging with a gusto as he smelled something GOOD just up the alley.
when he put his shoulder into it the can went down with a resounding clatter! as he burrowed into the mess he was rewarded with partial plate of Bangers from one of the vendor carts that worked the area in the mornings and evenings. munching happily he continued on his way.
(EXIT MANFREDD STAGE CENTER)

[eliaza]

((yep yep!))

[EXIT FANGORN}

[DEAD]