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	It is also possible that wild populations of Tiagra are alive in remote regions of the Interior on the [[Greater Continent]]. They originated most likely along the [[Nara River]], a region which was abandoned at the end of the Dynastic Period and never re-inhabited. While numerous expeditions have visited other parts of the Greater Continent, none has ever been to the Nara River Valley region.		It is also possible that wild populations of Tiagra are alive in remote regions of the Interior on the [[Greater Continent]]. They originated most likely along the [[Nara River]], a region which was abandoned at the end of the Dynastic Period and never re-inhabited. While numerous expeditions have visited other parts of the Greater Continent, none has ever been to the Nara River Valley region.

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	It was probably during the [[Mage Wars#The Second Chaotic Period\|Second Chaotic Period]] that the Tiagra saw the most widespread use. During this era, rogue mercenaries were extremely common, and these types of fighters prized Tiagras. It wasn't just a steed, it was a partner and a fellow combatant. In particular, during the end of the Dynastic Period and transition into the Second Chaotic Period, this was especially true.		It was probably during the [[Mage Wars#The Second Chaotic Period\|Second Chaotic Period]] that the Tiagra saw the most widespread use. During this era, rogue mercenaries were extremely common, and these types of fighters prized Tiagras. It wasn't just a steed, it was a partner and a fellow combatant. In particular, during the end of the Dynastic Period and transition into the Second Chaotic Period, this was especially true.

	While accounts from the First Chaotic Period are long-gone, it is well documented that [[~~Uther~~]] made heavy use of Tiagra in his [[~~Uther~~'s Long March\|long march]]. In his own words: "Were not a horse much better for the beurocracies of command, I would most certainly raise one of these animals for my own". He is said to have loved them, and organized many elite units, devising intricate battle strategies. Whenever possible, he would organize squadrons of ten to twenty fighters, each with at least three Tiagra, and use them to great effect. ~~Uther~~ called them "My kitty-grinders" for the way they tore through enemy formations.		While accounts from the First Chaotic Period are long-gone, it is well documented that [[Eieber]] made heavy use of Tiagra in his [[Eieber's Long March\|long march]]. In his own words: "Were not a horse much better for the beurocracies of command, I would most certainly raise one of these animals for my own". He is said to have loved them, and organized many elite units, devising intricate battle strategies. Whenever possible, he would organize squadrons of ten to twenty fighters, each with at least three Tiagra, and use them to great effect. Eieber called them "My kitty-grinders" for the way they tore through enemy formations.

	Sadly, following the end of the Mage Wars and the start of the [[Ages#The Golden Age\|Golden Age]], Tiagra again fell into disuse. Incorrect accounts circulated that they had been used (and according to some made) by the [[Marcon Alliance]]. And while later Golden Age historians would often claim that this led to large-scale Tiagra slaughter, contemporary accounts disprove this.		Sadly, following the end of the Mage Wars and the start of the [[Ages#The Golden Age\|Golden Age]], Tiagra again fell into disuse. Incorrect accounts circulated that they had been used (and according to some made) by the [[Marcon Alliance]]. And while later Golden Age historians would often claim that this led to large-scale Tiagra slaughter, contemporary accounts disprove this.

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	The earliest recorded account of the Tiagra comes in [[B.G.A.]] 3440, by which time they were already in wide-spread use. Most likely they were created before 3500 B.G.A, but were certainly not around before 3600. A breeding manual from 3260 B.G.A. suggests an original creation date of 3531, but it is unclear as to whether they were actually made then, or if the authors of the manual only acquired them at that time.		The earliest recorded account of the Tiagra comes in [[B.G.A.]] 3440, by which time they were already in wide-spread use. Most likely they were created before 3500 B.G.A, but were certainly not around before 3600. A breeding manual from 3260 B.G.A. suggests an original creation date of 3531, but it is unclear as to whether they were actually made then, or if the authors of the manual only acquired them at that time.

	By the 2900s, Tiagra's had were common throughout the interior of the [[Greater Continent]] and spread to the [{Agras Plain]] via [[Korrinth]]. Feral populations were rare (some surviving accounts indicate that even feral-born cubs would seek human companionship) but many populations were using them heavily in a military context. Perhaps the main weakness of the Tiagra should be noted here: as a steed for battle, they were second to none (except perhaps the [[Arugolaa]]), but outside of battle they were effectively useless.		By the 2900s, Tiagra's had were common throughout the interior of the [[Greater Continent]] and spread to the [[Agras Plain]] via [[Korrinth]]. Feral populations were rare (some surviving accounts indicate that even feral-born cubs would seek human companionship) but many populations were using them heavily in a military context. Perhaps the main weakness of the Tiagra should be noted here: as a steed for battle, they were second to none (except perhaps the [[Arugolaa]]), but outside of battle they were effectively useless.

	The Tiagra population waned heavily during the Dynastic Period. While infintely breedable and easily trained, Tiagras tended to develop a life-time bond with only a single human rider (probably a deliberate a part of their original makeup). This made them ill-favored by many of the larger powers, who preferred animals that could outlive their riders and take on new masters. Or, more accurately, animals that could be killed and riders who didn't have to wait several years for a new one to mature. Horses, because they could be bred and trained en-mass, and because cavalrymen could be trained the same way, were far more popular.		The Tiagra population waned heavily during the Dynastic Period. While infintely breedable and easily trained, Tiagras tended to develop a life-time bond with only a single human rider (probably a deliberate a part of their original makeup). This made them ill-favored by many of the larger powers, who preferred animals that could outlive their riders and take on new masters. Or, more accurately, animals that could be killed and riders who didn't have to wait several years for a new one to mature. Horses, because they could be bred and trained en-mass, and because cavalrymen could be trained the same way, were far more popular.

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	Tiagra were a species of large, cat-like creatures used as battle ~~steads~~ during the [[Mage Wars]]. They were created originally by magic and later bread for several thousand years before going extinct early in the [[Ages#The Golden Age\|Golden Age]].		Tiagra were a species of large, cat-like creatures used as battle steeds during the [[Mage Wars]]. They were created originally by magic and later bread for several thousand years before likely going extinct early in the [[Ages#The Golden Age\|Golden Age]].

	==Characteristics==		==Characteristics==

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 Of interesting note was the Tiagra's containment, or lack thereof. The animals never had to be tied up, and seldom needed paddocks. So strong was their bond to their particular human that they followed them quite willing and stuck close. In fact, it was typically only when the rider had to go away on foot somewhere that the Tiagra needed to be fenced in, otherwise they would invariably follow their master. It should also be notted that fences were effectively symbolic, as riderless a Tiagra commanded a 35 foot vertical leap.
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 By the 2900s, Tiagra's had were common throughout the interior of the [[Greater Continent]] and spread to the [{Agras Plain]] via [[Korrinth]]. Feral populations were rare(some surviving accounts indicate that even feral-born cubs would seek out human companionship) but many populations were using them heavily in a military context. Perhaps the main weakness of the Tiagra should be noted here: as a steed for battle, they were second to none(except perhaps the [[Arugolaa]]), but outside of battle they were effectively useless.
-The Tiagra population waned heavily during the Dynastic Period. While infintely breedable and easily trained, Tiagra's tended to develop a life-time bond with only a single human rider(probably a deliberate a part of their original makeup). This made them ill-favored by many of the larger powers, who prefered animals that could outlive their riders and take on new masters. Or, more accurately, animals that could be killed and riders who didn't have to wait several years for a new one to mature.
+The Tiagra population waned heavily during the Dynastic Period. While infintely breedable and easily trained, Tiagra's tended to develop a life-time bond with only a single human rider(probably a deliberate a part of their original makeup). This made them ill-favored by many of the larger powers, who prefered animals that could outlive their riders and take on new masters. Or, more accurately, animals that could be killed and riders who didn't have to wait several years for a new one to mature. Horses, because they could be bred and trained en-mass, and because cavalrymen could be trained the same way, were far more popular.

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	By the 2900s, Tiagra's had were common throughout the interior of the [[Greater Continent]] and spread to the [{Agras Plain]] via [[Korrinth]]. Feral populations were rare(some surviving accounts indicate that even feral-born cubs would seek out human companionship) but many populations were using them heavily in a military context. Perhaps the main weakness of the Tiagra should be noted here: as a steed for battle, they were second to none(except perhaps the [[Arugolaa]]), but outside of battle they were effectively useless.		By the 2900s, Tiagra's had were common throughout the interior of the [[Greater Continent]] and spread to the [{Agras Plain]] via [[Korrinth]]. Feral populations were rare(some surviving accounts indicate that even feral-born cubs would seek out human companionship) but many populations were using them heavily in a military context. Perhaps the main weakness of the Tiagra should be noted here: as a steed for battle, they were second to none(except perhaps the [[Arugolaa]]), but outside of battle they were effectively useless.

			The Tiagra population waned heavily during the Dynastic Period. While infintely breedable and easily trained, Tiagra's tended to develop a life-time bond with only a single human rider(probably a deliberate a part of their original makeup). This made them ill-favored by many of the larger powers, who prefered animals that could outlive their riders and take on new masters. Or, more accurately, animals that could be killed and riders who didn't have to wait several years for a new one to mature.

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Use and Housing

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	At night they slept in tents, with soldiers even bringing along blankets for their Tiagras. Since the animals tended to develop close bonds with their riders, it was not uncommon for soldiers to sleep huddled up beside their animals, especially in colder climates. Many accounts survive of the comradery soldiers and warriors shared with their Tiagra, of the trials they endured to protect each other. Even outside of combat, Tiagras were highly sought-after by explorers and rogue fighters for their resilience and close connection to humans.		At night they slept in tents, with soldiers even bringing along blankets for their Tiagras. Since the animals tended to develop close bonds with their riders, it was not uncommon for soldiers to sleep huddled up beside their animals, especially in colder climates. Many accounts survive of the comradery soldiers and warriors shared with their Tiagra, of the trials they endured to protect each other. Even outside of combat, Tiagras were highly sought-after by explorers and rogue fighters for their resilience and close connection to humans.

			Of interesting note was the Tiagra's containment, or lack thereof. The animals never had to be tied up, and seldom needed paddocks. So strong was their bond to their particular human that they followed them quite willing and stuck close. In fact, it was typically only when the rider had to go away on foot somewhere that the Tiagra needed to be fenced in, otherwise they would invariably follow their master. It should also be notted that fences were effectively symbolic, as riderless a Tiagra commanded a 35 foot vertical leap.

	==History==		==History==

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	==History==		==History==
	The earliest recorded account of the Tiagra comes in [[B.G.A.]] ~~3450~~, by which time they were already indicated to be in wide-spread use as combat mounts. Most likely they were created sometime before 3500 B.G.A, but were certainly not around before 3600.		The earliest recorded account of the Tiagra comes in [[B.G.A.]] 3440, by which time they were already indicated to be in wide-spread use as combat mounts. Most likely they were created sometime before 3500 B.G.A, but were certainly not around before 3600. A breeding manual from 3260 B.G.A. suggests an original creation date of 3531, but it is unclear as to whether they were actually made then, or if the authors of the manual only acquired them at that time.

			By the 2900s, Tiagra's had were common throughout the interior of the [[Greater Continent]] and spread to the [{Agras Plain]] via [[Korrinth]]. Feral populations were rare(some surviving accounts indicate that even feral-born cubs would seek out human companionship) but many populations were using them heavily in a military context. Perhaps the main weakness of the Tiagra should be noted here: as a steed for battle, they were second to none(except perhaps the [[Arugolaa]]), but outside of battle they were effectively useless.

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	The Tiagra were generally venerated among the people that kept them. They were never used as draft animals(and indeed were ill-suited to the purpose) and in fact were often not even used for marching. Soldiers rode their Tiagras into battle but kept horses for the long marches. The Tiagra were either made to walk(riderless and unencumbered) or, situation permitting, even carried on carts.		The Tiagra were generally venerated among the people that kept them. They were never used as draft animals(and indeed were ill-suited to the purpose) and in fact were often not even used for marching. Soldiers rode their Tiagras into battle but kept horses for the long marches. The Tiagra were either made to walk(riderless and unencumbered) or, situation permitting, even carried on carts.

	At night they slept in tents, with soldiers even bringing along blankets for their Tiagras. Since the animals tended to develop close bonds with their riders, it was not uncommon for soldiers to sleep huddled up beside their animals, especially in colder climates.		At night they slept in tents, with soldiers even bringing along blankets for their Tiagras. Since the animals tended to develop close bonds with their riders, it was not uncommon for soldiers to sleep huddled up beside their animals, especially in colder climates. Many accounts survive of the comradery soldiers and warriors shared with their Tiagra, of the trials they endured to protect each other. Even outside of combat, Tiagras were highly sought-after by explorers and rogue fighters for their resilience and close connection to humans.

			==History==
			The earliest recorded account of the Tiagra comes in [[B.G.A.]] 3450, by which time they were already indicated to be in wide-spread use as combat mounts. Most likely they were created sometime before 3500 B.G.A, but were certainly not around before 3600.

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	It was probably during the [[Mage Wars#The Second Chaotic Period\|Second Chaotic Period]] that the Tiagra saw the most widespread use. During this era, rogue mercenaries were extremely common, and these types of fighters prized Tiagras. It wasn't just a steed, it was a partner and a fellow combatant. In particular, during the end of the Dynastic Period and transition into the Second Chaotic Period, this was especially true.		It was probably during the [[Mage Wars#The Second Chaotic Period\|Second Chaotic Period]] that the Tiagra saw the most widespread use. During this era, rogue mercenaries were extremely common, and these types of fighters prized Tiagras. It wasn't just a steed, it was a partner and a fellow combatant. In particular, during the end of the Dynastic Period and transition into the Second Chaotic Period, this was especially true.

	While accounts from the First Chaotic Period are long-gone, it is well documented that [[~~Uther~~]] made heavy use of Tiagra in his [[~~Uther~~'s Long March\|long march]]. In his own words: "Were not a horse much better for the beurocracies of command, I would most certainly raise one of these animals for my own". He is said to have loved them, and organized many elite units, devising intricate battle strategies. Whenever possible, he would organize squadrons of ten to twenty fighters, each with at least three Tiagra, and use them to great effect. ~~Uther~~ called them "My kitty-grinders" for the way they tore through enemy formations.		While accounts from the First Chaotic Period are long-gone, it is well documented that [[Eieber]] made heavy use of Tiagra in his [[Eieber's Long March\|long march]]. In his own words: "Were not a horse much better for the beurocracies of command, I would most certainly raise one of these animals for my own". He is said to have loved them, and organized many elite units, devising intricate battle strategies. Whenever possible, he would organize squadrons of ten to twenty fighters, each with at least three Tiagra, and use them to great effect. Eieber called them "My kitty-grinders" for the way they tore through enemy formations.

	Sadly, following the end of the Mage Wars and the start of the [[Ages#The Golden Age\|Golden Age]], Tiagra again fell into disuse. Incorrect accounts circulated that they had been used (and according to some made) by the [[Marcon Alliance]]. And while later Golden Age historians would often claim that this led to large-scale Tiagra slaughter, contemporary accounts disprove this.		Sadly, following the end of the Mage Wars and the start of the [[Ages#The Golden Age\|Golden Age]], Tiagra again fell into disuse. Incorrect accounts circulated that they had been used (and according to some made) by the [[Marcon Alliance]]. And while later Golden Age historians would often claim that this led to large-scale Tiagra slaughter, contemporary accounts disprove this.