The Oak

The Oak as depicted by Sentinel Eleven
"The Oak stands tall among the trees. As the last vestige of an age of heroism and fantasy. The Oak shines bright calling all of it's chosen home. It's light illuminates the many paths of the forest. It protects them from the ever encroaching darkness. The Oak is home to hounds both old and young. They protect and keep the Land of the Oak for all the peaceful animals. From the smallest of squirrels to the largest of elephants the Land of the Oak is home and the Oak is all that stands between them and destruction." Excerpt from the Sentinels Code

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