A large figure moved through the trees. She could smell water, now where was it? Finally, the foliage thinned and she could see the water before her. The pebbles that encompassed the land beneath her crunched underneath her large hooves and her incredible weight. She was only three, but her Gypsy father's blood ran strongly through her veins, and she was a big girl.

She nickered loudly and curiously. She pricked her ears for any sign of life before her. She had thought that there had been a lead here already. Where was he?

A loud nicker awoke the shore from it's eerie stillness and uncanny silence. Gray ears pricked, fascinated by the sound which had not been heard for so long. Orbs glanced about curiously, darting in earnest to find the source. A flicker of white among the shadows drew the curious brute ever closer. Elegant Spanish head swiveled just in time to see a mottled bod step almost magically from the brush. The brute snorted, tossing his head, overjoyed. Head tucked neatly to his muscular chest, showing off a powerful and cresty neck, a beautiful trademark of his Andalusian heritage. Long strides in a flowing trot quickly brought Dante over to the mare, and he stopped, bowing before straightening up to his full height. Welcome, newcomer. I am Dante, King of these lands, the Victorian Shores. What, may I ask, is your calling, and what brings you here?



ooc;; hey, i play a gypsy vanner as well! they are one of my favorite breeds, besides the andalusian of course. i play 2 andalusians.

((OOC: I've always wanted to rp a big draft horse, but I never have. Of course, the Vanner caught my eye because they're so beautiful and graceful! I've always liked them, but never attempted at rping . . . let's see how I do!))

Heather was surprised by the stallion, but she quickly smiled kindly and said, "My name is Heather. And it's nice to meet you." She paused, hesitating, before adding, "I was wondering if perhaps I could find a home within your herd? You see, I've been traveling for quite some time, now, and I was just drawn to this place - I guess you could say it was like magic!" She paused again, and then shook her head. "I'm sorry, I was rambling again, wasn't I? I'm sure you didn't want to know about my boring history. But my point is . . . may I stay here, good sir?" She looked up at him hopefully with her big, brown eyes smiling as nicely as she could.

The brute blinked a few times, rather shocked by her bluntness. He was surprised but happy, for it would have taken much longer to claim a mare. Instead she simply asked for a home. Life was good...

He did not think for another moment. I would be honored to have you in my herd. Welcome. He smiled slightly, nodded his great head once, and then walked away from her, catching her eye as he left. I shall introduce you to my other lady and show you around the lands, if you would just follow me. He called backwards to her, mellow tones drifting to her auds with the wind.

Heather grinned, relieved. "Thank you!" she exclaimed, trotting a few long strides to catch up with him. "And I'd be honored to meet your other mare." Her heart beat hard in her chest - it was amazing that Dante couldn't hear it! She was so excited to explore her new, small family and home!