Everything you want is a dream away

Under Rice's boundless enthusiasm and clever guidance, the tribes learned not just the art of taming horses but a broader mastery over animal husbandry. Gathered under the open skies, warriors, herders, and curious onlookers from the Thunder Strider, Shadow Tail, and Moon Step tribes stood in awe as Rice began his teachings.

"First rule," Rice said, holding up a hand as he steadied a particularly skittish chestnut mare, "respect. Animals aren't just tools—they're your partners. Treat them well, and they'll repay you tenfold." He grinned as the mare nuzzled his shoulder. "And for the record, they also like carrots. Lots of carrots."

His lessons went beyond horses. Rice moved seamlessly from one animal to another, introducing the tribes to the potential of domesticated creatures in their daily lives. With the patient, fatherly tone of a seasoned teacher, he taught them how to tame sturdy oxen for plowing fields, how to train goats not just for milk but for carrying supplies across rugged terrain, and even how to work with chickens for consistent egg production.

"This little beauty," Rice said, holding up a squawking hen, "might not look like much, but she's a walking breakfast factory. Take care of her, and you'll never have to hunt for food in the morning again."

The Thunder Strider warriors were particularly captivated by the horses, their natural love for speed and mobility shining through. They absorbed Rice's instructions with unmatched enthusiasm, and soon they were not only riding but teaching others how to ride. On the other hand, the Shadow Tail tribe took an immediate liking to the goats, appreciating their ability to traverse steep terrain and their practicality in carrying goods through difficult passes.

The Moon Step tribe, initially skeptical, quickly saw the value in Rice's methods when he showed them how oxen could plow entire fields in a fraction of the time it took by hand. A particularly stubborn ox earned the tribe's respect when it stood its ground against a curious wolf spirit that had wandered too close to their practice pens.

There were plenty of missteps along the way. An overeager Shadow Tail hunter attempted to ride a goat, much to the tribe's amusement and the goat's indignation. Another day saw a young Moon Step herder accidentally opening a pen of chickens, leading to a chaotic scene of people chasing clucking hens through the fields. Rice only laughed, taking it all in stride and offering calm corrections.

By the end of the training sessions, the tribes had embraced Rice's teachings wholeheartedly. The Thunder Striders became natural ambassadors of horseback riding, helping Rice spread knowledge to other tribes. The Shadow Tail and Moon Step tribes found new efficiencies in their daily lives, integrating the animals into their traditions with creative flair.

Great Achievement!

Rice has introduced advanced animal husbandry to the central plains.

Effects:

Increased mobility and transportation efficiency through horseback riding.Strengthened agricultural productivity using oxen and goats.Improved food security with chicken farming and egg production.Bolstered intertribal trade and communication networks.Title Earned: Shepherd of Beasts.

Darius took small groups of warriors and craftsmen deep into the hills and caves of the central plains, searching for resources. Armed with torches and his keen eye, he led the expeditions through narrow caverns and rocky outcrops.

"Listen," Darius said during one particularly arduous climb. "The earth talks. You just have to know what to listen for. Look for the reddish streaks in the rock—those are veins."

After days of exploration, Darius found a cavern shimmering with deposits of what he believed was iron. He scraped off a sample, smelted it in a makeshift forge, and confirmed his discovery with triumphant certainty. The tribes erupted in cheers, eager to begin extracting this newfound resource.

Great Achievement!

Darius has discovered iron deposits and introduced advanced metalworking possibilities.

Effects:

Potential for stronger tools and weapons across the tribes.Increased resource acquisition efficiency.Title Earned: Seeker of Steel.

Ryden, ever the visionary, gathered small groups of curious learners from various tribes and began teaching them how to write using the system he had painstakingly developed.

"This," he explained, holding up a symbol, "is the mark for water. Combine it with this one, and you have a word for river. See how it flows?"

The students quickly became fascinated, scribbling symbols into the dirt or on strips of bark. Over time, Ryden extended his lessons to include reading the stars.

"Do you see that cluster over there?" he asked one night, pointing at the glittering sky. "That's Varick, a brave warrior who fought a serpent. And there? That's the Deer Spirit of Pillaris, guiding travelers under its antlers."

He named constellations for each tribe and marked their stories, creating a new celestial tapestry for the people of the plains. From his work, a calendar system emerged, giving the tribes a way to mark the passage of time.

Legendary Achievement!

Congratulations, Ryden! You have developed a unified writing system, created constellations, and introduced a calendar system.

Effects:

Enhanced communication, record-keeping, and storytelling among the tribes.Strengthened cultural identity and mana accumulation.Title Earned: Scribe of the Skies.

Despite their traditionally nomadic ways, the 12 tribes camped together to learn from the trio. The sprawling camp was a vibrant mosaic of cultures, with tents and makeshift structures dotting the landscape. Smoke from Darius's forges mingled with the scent of Rice's cooking fires, and Ryden's students filled the air with the soft scratch of writing and the hum of songs.

Spirits hovered around the camp, some helping carry materials, others playfully interacting with the tribes. Thunder Strider warriors galloped past on horseback, practicing hit-and-run tactics with newfound precision. Ash Coil crafters pored over Darius's tools, their snake spirits coiling around them curiously. Root Binder farmers planted the seeds Rice had provided, marveling as their spirits encouraged the crops to grow.