[Spirit/Air] Tribes 2: Aurochs
Also known as the Bull, Ox or Cow Tribe
The Aurochs Tribe is the chief tribe of the Middleworld(s). As such, they are the most intimately tied to the fertility of the Land, both here and in the Otherworld. Unlike the Boars, they are quite numerous, and boast many children of their own. They are, as befits their role, the epitome of the farmer-militia that was so common before modern times; however, they hold no love for war in and of itself, and will fight only in defense and for just causes.
The Earth Mother was fostered by this Tribe until she took up the role of Queen of the Vanir, and has many characteristics of them.
There are two major "classes" of Aurochs. The first, the rulers and other high families, are priests and guardians, though of a decidedly "earthy" nature, and eminently practical and orderly. The second, the lower families, are the farmers and cunning folk, rich in earth wisdom.
The lesson of the Aurochs is Sacred Mundanity - that is, recognising the sacredness in the "mundane" and seemingly small and inconsequential things in life, and rejoicing in simplicity and wholeness.
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