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| − | + | '''Horseback riding''' is a [[Sage Study|sage study]] in the [[Sage Field|field]] of [[Animal Training (sage field)|Animal Training]], which provides the disciplines of managing, driving and vaulting with horses, enabling the character to train horses, administer to their health, and participate in their breeding. This also allows the use of horses in combat, particularly larger and more aggressive horses, as [[Knowledge Points|knowledge]] is accumulated. | |
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Characters without this training are able to "ride" upon horses, but they are not able to manage the animals by themselves. Lacking knowledge, they must rely upon a trained rider or a servant to lead the horse. This is called [[Assisted Riding|assisted riding]]. | Characters without this training are able to "ride" upon horses, but they are not able to manage the animals by themselves. Lacking knowledge, they must rely upon a trained rider or a servant to lead the horse. This is called [[Assisted Riding|assisted riding]]. | ||
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| − | [[Horse (domestic)| | + | [[Horse (domestic)|Domesticated horses]] are classified as those intended for work (draught horses), travelling (riding horses and ponies) and combat ([[Warhorse|warhorses]]). These are further distinguished by size, physical ability and training. Ponies may be either young horses or certain breeds that are naturally small as adults. Warhorses are larger, so as to support a rider in armour and carrying weapons. Draught horses, while heavy, are bred to be docile and usually move at a walk (a trotting [[Horse Gaits|gait]] could not be long sustained, while the animal would actively resist a canter or a gallop). |
The height of horses are often stated as "hands" — one hand is equal to 4 in. The table on the left shows the approximate size of horses; this size is obtained through breeding and diet, and does not correspond to the size and weight of [[Horse (wild)|wild horses]]. | The height of horses are often stated as "hands" — one hand is equal to 4 in. The table on the left shows the approximate size of horses; this size is obtained through breeding and diet, and does not correspond to the size and weight of [[Horse (wild)|wild horses]]. | ||
| − | Horses exhibit a diverse array of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Equine_coat_color coat | + | Horses exhibit a diverse array of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Equine_coat_color coat colours] and distinctive markings, described by a specialized vocabulary. Often, a horse is classified first by its coat colour, before breed or sex. Horses of the same colour may be distinguished from one another by white markings, which, along with various spotting patterns, are inherited separately from coat colour. Familiar colours include chestnut, black, bay, pinto, dun, grey, buckskin, champagne, cream and palamino. Familiar markings include blazes, stars, stripes and a bald face. |
== Sage Abilities == | == Sage Abilities == | ||
| + | The [[Sage Ability|sage abilities]] below are those acquired by a character through the study, according to status. | ||
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| + | === Amateur Status === | ||
| + | * '''[[Domesticate Horses (sage ability)|Domesticate Horses]]''': gives the basic training to young or feral horses, enabling them to perform as ordinary working animals. | ||
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| + | * '''[[Horse Feeding & Diet (sage ability)|Horse Feeding & Diet]]''': gives judgment regarding the physical size and needs of horses. | ||
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| + | * '''[[Horse Handling I (sage ability)|Horse Handling I]]''': enables the character to direct the horse or ride at various gaits with minimal skill. | ||
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| + | * '''[[Horse-mounted Combat I (sage ability)|Horse-mounted Combat I]]''': the character possesses enough skill to fight from a warhorse. | ||
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| + | === Authority Status === | ||
| + | * '''[[Horse Handling II (sage ability)|Horse Handling II]]''': provides the character with greater control in managing the horse's movements and gait. | ||
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| + | * '''[[Horse Jumping I (sage ability)|Horse Jumping I]]''': permits jumping over low obstacles with a probable chance of success. | ||
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| + | * '''[[Horse-mounted Combat II (sage ability)|Horse-mounted Combat II]]''': expands the character's effectiveness as a mounted rider. | ||
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| + | * '''[[Horse Physiology (sage ability)|Horse Physiology]]''': maintenance and restoration of health in horses. | ||
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| + | * '''[[Horseshoeing (sage ability)|Horseshoeing]]''': care of the equine's hoof, including trimming, balancing and the placement of shoes. | ||
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| + | * '''[[Warhorse Training (sage ability)|Warhorse Training]]''': gives the basic training to young horses, enabling them to perform as horses effective in combat. | ||
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| + | === Expert Status === | ||
| + | * '''[[Horse Breeding (sage ability)|Horse Breeding]]''': selecting sires and fouls in order to produce a stock of horse suitable for a specific type of work. | ||
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| + | * '''[[Horseracing (sage ability)|Horseracing]]''': provides the skill for pushing a horse past its ordinary endurance in order to win races. | ||
| − | + | * '''[[Horse Whispering (sage ability)|Horse Whispering]]''': builds a rapport with horses and allows the rider to communicate intelligently. | |
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[[Assassin Sage Abilities]]<br> | [[Assassin Sage Abilities]]<br> | ||
[[Fighter Sage Abilities]]<br> | [[Fighter Sage Abilities]]<br> | ||
[[Paladin Sage Abilities]]<br> | [[Paladin Sage Abilities]]<br> | ||
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[[Ranger Sage Abilities]] | [[Ranger Sage Abilities]] | ||
Latest revision as of 17:44, 24 April 2024
Horseback riding is a sage study in the field of Animal Training, which provides the disciplines of managing, driving and vaulting with horses, enabling the character to train horses, administer to their health, and participate in their breeding. This also allows the use of horses in combat, particularly larger and more aggressive horses, as knowledge is accumulated.
Characters without this training are able to "ride" upon horses, but they are not able to manage the animals by themselves. Lacking knowledge, they must rely upon a trained rider or a servant to lead the horse. This is called assisted riding.
Breeds & Size
| Class | Height (hands) | Weight (lbs.) |
|---|---|---|
| draught | 15 to 17 | 1000 to 1500 |
| pony | 14 | 600 to 800 |
| riding | 14 to 16 | 800 to 1100 |
| war (heavy) | 16 to 18 | 1700 to 2000 |
| war (medium) | 15 to 17 | 1000 to 1300 |
| war (light) | 15 to 16 | 1300 to 1700 |
Domesticated horses are classified as those intended for work (draught horses), travelling (riding horses and ponies) and combat (warhorses). These are further distinguished by size, physical ability and training. Ponies may be either young horses or certain breeds that are naturally small as adults. Warhorses are larger, so as to support a rider in armour and carrying weapons. Draught horses, while heavy, are bred to be docile and usually move at a walk (a trotting gait could not be long sustained, while the animal would actively resist a canter or a gallop).
The height of horses are often stated as "hands" — one hand is equal to 4 in. The table on the left shows the approximate size of horses; this size is obtained through breeding and diet, and does not correspond to the size and weight of wild horses.
Horses exhibit a diverse array of coat colours and distinctive markings, described by a specialized vocabulary. Often, a horse is classified first by its coat colour, before breed or sex. Horses of the same colour may be distinguished from one another by white markings, which, along with various spotting patterns, are inherited separately from coat colour. Familiar colours include chestnut, black, bay, pinto, dun, grey, buckskin, champagne, cream and palamino. Familiar markings include blazes, stars, stripes and a bald face.
Sage Abilities
The sage abilities below are those acquired by a character through the study, according to status.
Amateur Status
- Domesticate Horses: gives the basic training to young or feral horses, enabling them to perform as ordinary working animals.
- Horse Feeding & Diet: gives judgment regarding the physical size and needs of horses.
- Horse Handling I: enables the character to direct the horse or ride at various gaits with minimal skill.
- Horse-mounted Combat I: the character possesses enough skill to fight from a warhorse.
Authority Status
- Horse Handling II: provides the character with greater control in managing the horse's movements and gait.
- Horse Jumping I: permits jumping over low obstacles with a probable chance of success.
- Horse-mounted Combat II: expands the character's effectiveness as a mounted rider.
- Horse Physiology: maintenance and restoration of health in horses.
- Horseshoeing: care of the equine's hoof, including trimming, balancing and the placement of shoes.
- Warhorse Training: gives the basic training to young horses, enabling them to perform as horses effective in combat.
Expert Status
- Horse Breeding: selecting sires and fouls in order to produce a stock of horse suitable for a specific type of work.
- Horseracing: provides the skill for pushing a horse past its ordinary endurance in order to win races.
- Horse Whispering: builds a rapport with horses and allows the rider to communicate intelligently.
See also,
Assassin Sage Abilities
Fighter Sage Abilities
Paladin Sage Abilities
Ranger Sage Abilities
