Name: Nanuq (polar bear) (I chose it since it sounded native.)

Age: Adult, 5 (in canine years) Deceased

Species: Wolf

Personality: Compassionate, determined and family-oriented. Defensive, stern and stubborn.

Likes: Howling, spending time with his pack and hunting for food.

Dislikes: Bears, humans and hunting dogs.

Background: Born in the barren forests of Alaska, he lived peacefully in his pack until he was old enough to find a mate. On his venture, he encountered a large black bear and fought for his life. Winning the fight, but exhausted he collapsed in a cave where he met another lone wolf, a female named Suka. The two mated and had pups, he grew especially fond of one female he named Chena.

One fateful winter night, he and Suka were warned by Aniu, the White Wolf that immending doom was among them so they quickly tried to gather the puppies to safety. One hunting night, Nanuq heard the distress howls of Suka. He helped her get Chena away from the husky, Archer and the hunter who already shot the rest of the pups in the den. As Nanuq ran with Chena, he was shot in the leg and saw Suka was no more. He picked up Chena and under Aniu's guidance, traveled to Nome.

Once there, he ran into an alley where he hid Chena inside a wooden crate and told her to stay there. He heard Archer approaching and lead him away from Chena and after a fierce showdown with the husky, he succumbed to his wounds and died knowing at least his daughter was safe. Aniu also assured that Chena would be cared for by one who was part wolf, her own son Balto.

Lineart (c) Jordan