Horses of the fallen is what they call themselves. Once belonging to a native American tribe they now run without their companions.

A small tribe of Native Americans once rode across the fields of buffalo, calling it their home. They thrived on the land, never having the need to stray from their turf for any reason other than curiosity. The tribe was well known for their skill in the breeding of horses. They often traded their horses for resources with nearby allies. The gorgeous equine came in all colors, and their stamina was exceptional. They had the overall speed of any average horse, but it depended on the horse. Each horse was unique, most resembled that of a modern day quarter horse, appaloosa, or thoroughbred. Some were heavy built while others resembled that of a riding pony. No set conformation was ever given to them.

Everything thing changed when the new people came. Their skin was lighter than that of the tribe. They came and trashed the village stealing resources and horses. The surviving natives had no choice but to flee. The horses were scattered, panic stricken beasts fled in all directions. The tribe was lost, never to band together again.

Months went by, a few horses managed to form small bands, now living off pure instinct. Stallions fought for mares and dignity. Mares stayed loyal to the stallions they followed. The small bands were nothing like herds, they were mostly in groups of 5-7 horses, but numbers wavered. Now the horses live alone without human touch, their only goal is to stay alive and keep the future generations strong.

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The natives in the tribe were gentle people, who deeply cared for their horses. They were very proud of the magnificent breed they had created. Their first horses were gifted to them by a different group light skinned people than the ones who had attacked them.

There were many different roles that the horses played in the people's lives. Hunting Horses were used for hunting, they were primarily used for buffalo runs. One buffalo could feed and clothe almost a half of the whole village, so the runs weren't that often. This made the hunting horses all the more fiery, always eager to sprint their heart out when being ridden. The fastest horses made the best hunting horses. When a buffalo is killed each hunt horse who participated in the successful run is given the print of the buffalo on their back in the native's paint. By default each hunting horse is given a painted arrow symbol on their neck, this makes it easier for every native to know what horse has which job. War Horses were also highly important in the tribe. These horses were the strongest and the largest, often heavy built horses. They were used on border patrols, which were usually only done to chase off wolves and the occasional bear rather than rival tribes , and war. War was extremely uncommon, most patrol horses never lived to be in one, nor did they dream of it. These horses went on patrols far more often than Hunting horses went on runs, so they are not as eager and fiery under seat. This makes them much easier to control than hunting horses. Each war horse gains a painted hand print, anywhere on their body, for each hostile human or animal chased away while on patrol. Every war horse has a painted circle drawn around their eye. The chief's horse is the second to most prized horse in the tribe, at least to the humans. This horse is ridden by the chief anywhere and everywhere. It's important that the chief's horse be well behaved and respectful of the chief, often this is a one rider horse. Getting frustrated by other riders, making the horse nearly impossible to steal. This horse always has 3 stripes of paint banded around all four legs, and 3 stripes across it's nose. The Shaman's Horse is easily the most important horse in the tribe. This horse is owned by the shaman and was always ridden fully tackless by the shaman. They were used for therapy, collecting herbs, and watching over the shaman. They were specifically trained to run to the shaman at the sound of a whistle. This horse is always paintless, out of respect. No other native may touch the horse without the shaman's permission. Every native is familiar with the shaman's horse. Game / Pleasure Horses were used for everyday transportation. but even more interestingly, they were also used for the races the Natives held. Sometimes they even invited other friendly tribes to compete in the games. There would be all sorts of racing as well as bucking broncos (Green horses), sharing of taming tips and tricks, trading, breeding with other tribe's successful horses, and more. These horses ranged from tiny slow ponies to huge fiery beasts, they were all unique. Some of the more gentle pleasure horses were even used for teaching young tribe members the basics of riding and taming. Personal Horses were horses who were gifted to specific natives by the chief or the breeder. They were used for anything the owner intended to use them for, they had no specific paint or jobs. The natives usually could recognize which horses belonged to who, so there was no need to worry about them being used for something they weren't used to. Green Horses are untrained horses usually under the age of two. Their roles are decided when they are being trained, according to their personality under seat.

All the natives knew that caring for horses was not a joke, they were very, very important to the tribe. Overworking the horses was always a concern of the natives. The hunting horses, war horses, and game horses were all on a seasonal schedule. In the winter and autumn seasons half of all the horses (Best suited for working in those seasons) come to the camp to be used. When Spring comes the native people bring in the spring and summer horses and release the horses that had worked in the cold months until next year. Green horses are turned out year round until it comes time for them to be trained. Personal horses are turned out or not, depending on the owner's preference. The chief's horse and the shaman's horse stay at the camp year round.

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The Southern Band ~
The southern band is a fairly well know band of horses that has taken refuge along the southern border of the buffalo fields. Horses in this band are known for being respectful and confident in themselves, not afraid to voice their opinions. The northern band often makes fun of them for being “full of themselves”.
Band Leader ~ Leader of the band, responsible for keeping them safe and healthy, and has the final say in any decision. (1/1) (1 needed to start)
~ Reserved for for never, forever (#61889)
Heir ~ 2nd in command of the band. Works as a scout, keeps an eye on surroundings at all times. If the band leader passes away or retires from the position, the 2nd in command will step up into the leader’s rank if not challenged. (0/1) (1 needed to start)
~ Havik / Stallion / 5 Years / Homoromantic / 𝕓 𝕚 𝕝 𝕝 (#136483)
Followers ~ Horses ages 2 and up who have chosen to respect and follow the band leader, they do various tasks when needed, some leave to start their own bands, but most stay with the safety of their current band and live happily among the others. (0/5) (3 needed to start)
~ Reserved for for never, forever (#61889)
~ Isi / Mare / 7 Years / Heteroromantic / BlazeRed {WCU} (#27478)
~ TBD
~ TBD
~ TBD
Foals & Yearlings ~ Colts and fillies ages 1 and under who run with the band until they can make the decision to leave or stay. (0/3) (None needed to start)
~ TBD
~ TBD
~ TBD

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The Northern band ~
This band has made a home on the northern side of the buffalo fields. These horses are carefree and looking to live life to the fullest. They are the adventurous horses of the fields.
Band Leader ~ Leader of the band, responsible for keeping them safe and healthy, and has the final say in any decision. (1/1) (1 needed to start)
~ Seneca / Stallion / 8 Years / Heteroromantic / BlazeRed {WCU} (#27478)
Heir ~ 2nd in command of the band. Works as a scout, keeps an eye on surroundings at all times. If the band leader passes away or retires from the position, the 2nd in command will step up into the leader’s rank if not challenged. (0/1) (1 needed to start)
~ Reserved for Moon (#135104)
Followers ~ Horses ages 2 and up who have chosen to respect and follow the band leader, they do various tasks when needed, some leave to start their own bands, but most stay with the safety of their current band and live happily among the others. (0/5) (3 needed to start)
~ Reserved for for never, forever (#61889)
~ Chenoa / Mare / 9 Years / Panromantic / 𝕓 𝕚 𝕝 𝕝 (#136483) (#27478)
~ TBD
~ TBD
~ TBD
Foals & Yearlings ~ Colts and fillies ages 1 and under who run with the band until they can make the decision to leave or stay. (0/3) (None needed to start)
~ TBD
~ TBD
~ TBD

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Loners
~ Loners are horse who are not currently a member of a band. Some are alone because they simply prefer it that way while others are out looking to start or join a new band. (0/unlimited) (None needed to start)
~ Reserved for for never, forever (#61889)
~ TBD
~ TBD

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