Pack Name:
The Wayne Pack
Pack #:
251684
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Name given by owners:
Bravo
Name:
Shane, will also respond to Bravo, he was nicknamed 'Torpedo' sometime in his service but he's never been referred to it in regular life
Pronouns:
He/him
Sex:
Male
Breed:
Canis Panther (a mix of Labrador Retriever, American Staffordshire Terrier, Doberman Pinscher, Great Dane)
Age:
Just turned 5 years
Sexuality:
Bisexual
Job:
House/guard dog
Are they already part of the War Dogs?:
No, he's newer to the area but he has an idea that something's going on
Open for relationships/crushes?:
Yes
Family:
He has no idea where his parents and siblings are at the moment
Owner's Name:
Michael Evans
How long does it take for them to get to the forest?:
15 minutes, give or take
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Appearance:
Shane is a large dog, and quite intimidating in stature, him standing at a full thirty inches at the shoulder and weighing one hundred forty pounds. His body lean and muscular; powerful muscles rippling underneath a short coat that is close to the skin, glossy, and as dark as a starless night. His dark brown eyes carry a vigilant look in them most of the time; intelligent and calculating, and alert. His ears are floppy, although they have a definite prick to them that makes them different from drop ears, and they can noticably prick upwards when alert or listening to something. His tail is long, ending at his ankles, and it is thinner than some breeds, but not entirely fragile.
In terms of build, it almost seems as if a doberman and staffie were mixed together, his chest more broad and body well-muscled, more so than a typical doberman; but one can detect a slight arch in his neck that reflects the particular breed in his lineage, the sleek athletic build is another clue to the doberman ancestry. But there are other signs of different breeds in his genetic makeup; a more powerful, thicker neck; the more square shape of his head, yet still retaining an elegance around the edges, connected to a broad muzzle that is more elongated than a squashed face, the square-ish shape of the muzzle an indictator of a powerful bite. His coat is actually waterproof to an extent, like a labrador, and the color of it is also reminiscent. His stature is more closer to a Great Dane rather than the other breeds he has in his ancestry. While clearly physically strong, he is capable of surprising speed and agility; he is quite swift, his strong legs carrying him in flight quite well. As well as being able to twist and turn quickly, or maneuvering through something. Keep in mind that he is not as quick or agile as those built for it, but he can hold his own with something other than physical strength.
Shane is sure an impressive dog to look at, sleek and muscular, intimidating. He is clearly a dog that would be a good fighter; large, powerful, with a strong bite, and able to turn quickly. But he is also capable of stealth as well. With a smooth, athletic gait, paired with his inky black pelt it is like he is a shadow; padding through his surroundings. His bearing is one of confidence, not arrogance; it is a quiet thing, born of the knowledge that he can handle himself. And most often those who have this air of quiet confidence and dignity clinging to them are more dangerous than those who boast about their abilities.
There is perhaps one vestige of a time when he worked in a dangerous enviroment, the other wounds he had gained from that time have all healed without a trace. Except for one. Located on his hind right leg, there is a scar; and if one watches him move about for a while, one can see that the leg has a bit of weakness to it. And he moves with a slight limp. But the bad leg doesn't impair him very much, given how well he can move around still. Perhaps it will go away in later years, when it has had more time to heal, perhaps it won't. Either way, it's not the end of the world, and he can live with it.
Personality:
One could say that Shane is on the quieter end of the spectrum. He will talk and answer questions, and with those he is more familiar with he tends to be more vocal. He's not one to talk your ears off, that's for sure, but he's not entirely withdrawn either. Sure, he prefers to keep back a little with a group until he's figured out things, he will enjoy the presence of a group he knows, that is for sure. His tendency to not immediately dive with the group is not due to shyness or lack of confidence, he is definitely not the type that suffers from that; but in a more reserved fashion, and some dogs have called him controlled in this manner. It's a kind of weird thing with his vocalness, it change depending on situation, group he's around, or mood.
Speaking of, he is disciplined, controlled. He isn't prone to impulsive decisions, such would have gotten him or others wounded or even killed; he has been taught to control his emotions and instincts so that he is more in control of himself and can operate in the situations he has indeed been in. And he will likely never lose this disciplined part of him, it's now part of what makes him him. He can make himself keep on moving even is exhausted, from sheer willpower; make himself stand his ground even when wounded and scared, after all, he has done that before in the midst of a battle, has kept on working because it's his duty and what he was meant to do. And he will obey commands easily, training and experience taught him that one must instantly react to an order, or else it could result in fatalities that may have been avoided.
Shane has a fiercer nature, quicker to anger and to rise to a fight. While this quick-tempered part of him is controlled, it is still there, and he can get angry. For the most part, it doesn't show itself unless he is actively fighting or anything; or perhaps when he knows he has to stand up for himself or else be branded a pushover. When it does surface, the anger or aggression is carefully controlled; a baring of the teeth here, or maybe a derisive or withering look; a snarling vocalization to warn or threaten; or using his taller stature and general appearance to intimidate. Either way, watch out if you decide to provoke him, he is not an opponent that anyone would want to face when angry, especially, or when he has something to fight for.
Shane is a more cautious dog. Yes, he is aware that risks need to be taken sometimes, but it also pays to be wary until the risks become apparent. He would likely have not lasted long in the military if he was not cautious, actually, he probably would have been dismissed from training if he failed to grasp the concept of holding back and watching until the time to act came. And he isn't the type to trust too easily. He personally thinks that he is a good judge of when to be bold, and when to be wary. Do I really need to say that he is intelligent? He clearly is. While cautious, he is clearly confident, in the quiet way; so his cautiousness cannot really be dismissed as a product of a timid or nervous personality.
When he gets to know someone or a group, he is more relaxed, friendly. More casual, in a way; and a bit of a mischievous streak comes out during that. Not one to take it took far, but also he likes to have a little bit of fun and teasing with those he is familiar with, in a good way, if he is familiar with someone in a hostile way then that obviously does not count. For the record, he can actually be quite vengeful, he's not really the type to let it consume his life, but he won't forget it anytime soon. Anyways, back onto the nicer topic; he is a very loyal dog, and will stand by those he trusts through everything. And he can be counted on to fiercely defend himself, his home, and those he is close to without a doubt. He can be creative, sure, this part usually shows itself when he's insulting someone or coming up with a plan that really shouldn't be executed but still...creativity still counts for something, right? Sometimes he draws upon what he has experienced, because the other army dogs he was around could be...creative in the same way he is.
Backstory:
Shane's backstory is a pretty straightforward one, chosen at a young age for military work, he started training at six months of age. After two years of extensive training, he finished his training. Then deployed with his handler. He served for about two years in warzones, although the time spent felt simultaneously longer and shorter. Until he gained a bad injury to his leg, the one that left the only scar, and then on top of that he ended up getting sick for some reason or another; that combination led to him having to be retired. He was adopted by a civilian, and his time was spend healing and adjusting to regular life. Recently, his human and by extension, himself, moved to a new place; he doesn't know about these War Dogs, although he has seen dogs run by at night.
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Strengths:
-Physical strength
-Surprisingly quick and agile for his size and build
-Military training in general
-Self-control
Weaknesses:
-Weak leg
-Not as quick or agile as smaller dogs
-Can be stubborn
-Can come off as aloof
Skills:
-Attack training, including being able to turn off an attack when ordered to do so, even while running at the target. And controlled aggression.
-enviromental training; such as being trained to go over certain obstacles; through windows; up stairs; over barriers; in tight tunnels, etc.
-Patrol training
-Combat
Fears:
-Loosing his human (again)
-Being vulnerable
-Being not wanted
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Likes:
-Having alone time
-Being with a group of those he knows
-Physical activity
-Resting in the sunlight
-Fighting, playful usually (But he won't shy away from a real fight if necessary)
Dislikes:
-Loud noises, especially booming ones
-Not being able to do anything
-Being bored
-Anything that reminds him of any particular bad incident in the past
-Children ("Too loud. Don't know when to leave me alone." - Shane)
-Ineffective tactics or personalities
-Know-it-all types
Favorites:
-Having a job to do, working
-Playing around with others
-A quiet, peaceful night
-Being around those he likes
-Being with his human
Theme Song:
N/A
Quote:
N/A
Other:
Metallic blue or violet
Spring 
Day Weather: 
Heavy Rain
