"Grrr..." The warriors released low growls as they tugged and pulled at the ogre's arms and legs, while others bit and clawed at the same spot, tearing into its tendons. Fortunately, Zion held on long enough for their efforts to pay off.
Then, as Zion was sent flying through the air, one of the warriors let out a low howl, a signal to the others. Because they were from the same pack, they could communicate through the mindlink, and even though Zion himself couldn't use it with them, his cues were easy to read. They caught his signals, understood his intent, and moved as one.
"Everyone, fall back!!! Alpha Zion is down and feeling weak! Scatter and cover for him, or he'll be crushed to death!" the lookout warrior barked, his words carried with snarls and growls through the mindlink.
The moment the command reached them, the warriors released their grip and scattered in unison. The second ogre let out a guttural roar of pain, thrashing wildly as it swung its massive arms.
