Acting on her own, Bly had attempted to assassinate Colonel Williams and nearly succeeded. In retaliation, the Colonel led his troops into werewolf territory and arrested Ahote, believing that the Elder had sanctioned Bly's assassination attempt. Stricken with grief, the pack nonetheless needed to elect a new packleader. Ahote's followers unveiled that the Elder had nominated you as his replacement in the event that he could no longer lead. The pack's more rebellious elements then nominated Haken to run against you.
