Selene's days in the trial were a constant blend of mediation, strategy, and direct confrontation with both beasts and humans. The forest she guarded was vast, far larger than the initial patch she had surveyed when she first arrived. Stretching over hundreds of miles, it encompassed a variety of biomes—dense woodlands, rolling hills, rivers, and cliffs, each one teeming with its own unique wildlife. Her mission, however, extended beyond just defending it; she had to ensure that all the intelligent species of beasts banded together, working in unison to maintain the balance that had been shattered by human encroachment.
The task was monumental, but Selene was no stranger to challenges. She began by identifying the natural leaders among the intelligent beasts, starting with the alpha predators. These creatures, often isolated and territorial, had never considered the idea of a united front. Selene, however, knew that their survival depended on cooperation.
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