Equestrian RPG

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In this World, there are Rich Riders, Middle-Class Riders, lower-class riders, Spoiled riders and trainers, so on so forth. Nobody is the same.

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Cadre Noir

• Cadre Noir is a prestigious Academy that focuses on training and riding Horses. It is also an Academy that welcomes both the Rich and the Poor into its doors, for those unable to afford a horse are given a starter horse the type and breed are completely random.

1. Executive Leadership These are the highest-ranking officials who set the academy's vision and rules.

Headmaster Alistair Vance: The stern but fair academic leader. Grand Master Thalia Renard: A retired champion who embodies the academy's highest ideals. The Provost, Elias Croft: Manages daily operations and discipline. Master of the Horse, Sergei Volkov: The ultimate authority on all equine training and welfare.

2. Riding & Training Faculty The core instructors, each with their own specialty and teaching style.

Master Instructor Anya Petrova: The demanding but brilliant dressage master. First Rider Marcus Thorne: The head jumper, known for fearless courses. Equerry James Hawthorne: In charge of the academy's own horses and their training. The Colt Starter, Ben "Hawkeye" Jones: A gifted trainer with a quiet patience for young horses. Dean of the Rein, Madame Celeste: Specializes in precise contact and bit work. Dean of the Seat, Captain Alaric Finn: Focuses on rider position, balance, and security.

3. Specialist & Support Staff These professionals keep the academy and its horses running smoothly.

Stable Master, Old Tom: The gruff but kind-hearted manager of all stables and grooms. Head Groom, Elara: Meticulous and intuitive, she knows every horse's quirks. Farrier, Gregor Kovich: The master blacksmith, whose skill with a hammer is legendary. Saddle Master, Giada Conti: An artisan who fits and maintains all tack. Veterinarian, Dr. Aris Shah: The sharp and compassionate head of the infirmary. Groundskeeper, Hector Flores: Maintains the perfect footing in all arenas and paddocks.

4. Administrative & Scholastic Staff They handle knowledge, records, and the business of the academy.

The Registrar, Mrs. Edith Poole: Knows every student's record and family lineage. The Archivist, Silas Reed: Curator of old training manuals and the academy's history. The Steward, Mr. Alden: Manages finances, suppliers, and events. Head of Lore, Professor Linh Dao: Teaches equine history, anatomy, and theory.

5. Titles of Honor & Legacy These are not formal positions but names earned by notable staff, adding depth to your world.

"The Iron Duke": A nickname for a notoriously strict jumping instructor. "The Whisperer": Given to the resident horse behaviorist or problem-solver. "The Old Hand": A retired Master who still offers wisdom on the sidelines.

6. Stables:

• Maggie is in charge of the Stables, which she would give a starter horse if the student isn't able to afford one, and is also able to sell horses, saddles, and horse tack to students.
• Jeremy is in charge of the Stables General Store, horse feed, horse shoes, so on so forth.

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Hierarchical Ranking Systems:

Rank Title, Typical Criteria / Meaning Internal Skill Rank (Common Structure) Novice / Green Rider: Beginner; learning basics of balance, steering, and walk/trot. Apprentice / Junior Rider: Competent at walk, trot, canter; beginning simple jumps or dressage figures. Rider / Equite: Solid, independent rider; schooling over courses or learning advanced movements. Scholar / Cavalier: Advanced rider; capable of training young horses and mentoring lower ranks. Master Rider / Laureate: The highest student rank; exemplary skill, often assists in instruction.

Beyond student ranks, the staff hierarchy gives your academy depth.

Role and Titles: Head of School: Grand Master, Headmaster/Mistress, Director, Provost, Master of the Horse Senior Instructors: Master Instructor, First Rider, Equerry, Dean of Riding Instructors: Riding Master/Mistress, Tutor, Clinician, Mentor Specialists: Master of the Horse (head trainer), Farrier, Stable Master, Veterinarian, Scribe (records) Senior Students: Lead Rider, Captain (of a team), Prefect, Proctor

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Types of Tacks:

1. English Tack

Designed for close contact and communication, typically using a saddle without a horn.

• Saddle: Smaller, lighter, and flatter to allow the rider to feel the horse's movement.
  • All-Purpose/General Purpose: The most common, used for jumping and flatwork.
  • Close Contact: For jumping and eventing, allowing a very close seat.
  • Dressage: Has a deep seat and long, straight flaps to facilitate a long leg position.
  • Jumping: Has a forward-cut flap to accommodate a shorter stirrup leather.
  • Saddle Seat: Designed for breeds with high-stepping action, with a flat seat and set-back stirrups.
• Bridle: Holds the bit in the horse's mouth. Common types include:
  • Cavesson Bridle: The standard bridle with a noseband.
  • Double Bridle: Uses two bits (a bradoon and a Weymouth curb) for advanced dressage.
  • Bitless Bridle: Exerts pressure on the nose/poll instead of the mouth (e.g., Hackamore, Sidepull).
• Bit: The metal piece that goes in the horse's mouth. Hundreds exist, but main categories are:
  • Snaffle Bit: A jointed or straight mouthpiece with rings on the ends. Direct pressure.
  • Curb Bit: Has shanks that create leverage and a chain under the chin.
  • Pelham Bit: Combines snaffle and curb action, using two sets of reins.
  • Gag Bit: Designed to lift the horse's head, often used in jumping.

2. Western Tack

Designed for security and comfort over long hours, featuring a saddle with a horn for roping.

• Saddle: Larger, heavier, and deeper, with a prominent horn.
  • Roping Saddle: Very strong, heavy tree, and a thick horn to secure a rope.
  • Cutting Saddle: Deep seat, low horn, and wide swells to help secure the rider during sharp turns.
  • Reining Saddle: Close-contact style with a deep seat and free-swinging stirrups for precise leg cues.
  • Barrel Racing Saddle: Lightweight, deep seat, and a high cantle to secure the rider during fast turns.
  • Trail/Endurance Saddle: Lightweight, designed for comfort for horse and rider over long distances. Often has many rings for attaching gear.
  • Western Pleasure Saddle: Ornate and designed to show off a horse's movement in the show ring.
• Bridle: Often a one-ear or slip-ear headstall, with no noseband.
• Bit: Typically used with a single, long rein.
  • Snaffle Bit (Western): Often called a "broken mouthpiece" (e.g., O-ring, D-ring, Egg Butt).
  • Curb Bit: The standard for finished horses. Includes a variety like the Grazing Bit, Port Bit, and Spade Bit.
• Hackamore: A bitless bridle that uses a rawhide or rope bosal to apply pressure on the nose and jaw. Used in training (often in a "Two-Rein" system with a bit).

3. Driving Tack

Used for horses that pull carts, carriages, or wagons.

• Harness: The complete set of straps, breeching, and attachments.
• Collar or Breastplate: Transfers the pulling power from the horse to the vehicle.
• Bridle: Often includes blinkers (winkers) on the side to prevent the horse from seeing the cart behind.
• Bits: Often a specific driving bit like a Liverpool or Buxton.

4. Specialty & Other Tack

• Endurance Tack: Focuses on lightweight, non-chafing materials like biothane, and features like saddle packs for water and supplies.
• Australian Stock Saddle: A hybrid style with a hornless tree but knee pads and sometimes a poleys (thigh blocks) for security.
• Side Saddle: Designed for riding with both legs on one side of the horse. Has two pommels (the fixed head and the leaping head).
• Bareback Pad: A padded pad with a girth and sometimes handles, but no tree. Offers more grip than riding completely bareback.

5. Essential Accessories (for all styles)

• Saddle Pad or Blanket: Placed under the saddle for cushioning and to absorb sweat.
• Girth or Cinch: The strap that holds the saddle on.
• Stirrups & Stirrup Leathers/Irons: Where the rider's feet rest.
• Martingale or Tie-Down: Equipment to control the head carriage.
• Breastplate or Breastcollar: Prevents the saddle from sliding backward.
• Crupper: Strap that goes under the tail to prevent the saddle from sliding forward (common on ponies, drafts, and endurance horses).

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Riding Disciplines:

English Riding Disciplines

Characterized by a smaller saddle without a horn, and riders typically hold a rein in each hand.

1. Olympic/International Sports

• Dressage: Often called "horse ballet." A series of predetermined movements (tests) demonstrating harmony, obedience, and athleticism.
• Show Jumping: Riders guide horses over a course of jumps without knocking down rails, within a set time.
• Eventing: The "equestrian triathlon." Combines Dressage, Cross-Country (jumping solid obstacles at speed), and Show Jumping.
• Para-Dressage: Dressage adapted for riders with physical impairments.

2. Hunt Seat & Flatwork

• Hunter Under Saddle: Horses are judged on their movement, manners, and suitability to carry a rider on the hunt field.
• Hunter Over Fences (Equitation): Judges the horse's form, style, and movement over a course of jumps.
• Equitation: Judges the rider's form, position, and effectiveness over fences or on the flat.

3. Speed & Racing

• Thoroughbred Racing (Flat Racing): The most common form of horse racing.
• Steeplechase: Racing over longer distances that include solid jump obstacles like hedges and water.
• Saddle Seat: A style designed to show off the high, flashy action of breeds like the American Saddlebred and Morgan. Includes classes on the flat and at speed.

Western Riding Disciplines

Characterized by a deep, secure saddle with a horn, often used for ranch work. Riders typically hold the reins in one hand.

1. Working Cow Horse & Ranch

• Reining: Often called "Western Dressage." A pattern of circles, spins, and sliding stops demonstrating control.
• Cutting: Horse and rider separate (or "cut") a single cow from a herd and prevent it from returning.
• Working Cow Horse: Combines elements of reining (dry work) and cow work in the arena.
• Ranch Riding/Versatility: Judged on the horse's ability to perform tasks useful for ranch work, like navigating obstacles and moving cattle.

2. Timed Events

• Barrel Racing: A high-speed pattern around three barrels in a cloverleaf shape.
• Pole Bending: A timed slalom race between six poles.
• Team Penning: A team of three riders must separate three specific cattle from a herd and pen them within a time limit.
• Roping: Includes Team Roping (header and heeler) and Breakaway Roping (a calf rope that breaks away from the saddle).

3. Show & Pleasure

• Western Pleasure: Horses are judged on a calm, comfortable, and smooth gait suitable for long hours on the trail.
• Western Horsemanship: Judges the rider's seat, control, and cues.
• Trail Class: Horse navigates a series of obstacles (bridges, gates, logs, etc.) found on a trail.

Driving

The horse pulls a cart, carriage, or wagon. Can be done with a single horse, a pair (2), a four-in-hand (4), or more.

• Combined Driving: The driving equivalent of Eventing, with Dressage, Marathon (cross-country), and Cone Driving (obstacle) phases.
• Pleasure Driving: Judged on the horse's turnout, manners, and performance.
• Draft Horse Shows: Featuring powerful breeds like Clydesdales and Percherons in hitch classes.

Specialty & Regional Disciplines

• Endurance Riding: Long-distance races (50-100+ miles) over natural terrain, testing stamina and veterinary soundness.
• Vaulting: Gymnastics and dance on horseback while the horse is lunged in a circle.
• Polocrosse: A combination of polo and lacrosse, played on horseback.
• Mounted Games: Fast-paced relay games on ponies, popular with younger riders.
• Doma Vaquera (Spanish): The traditional working discipline of Spain, similar to Working Cow Horse.
• Australian Stock Horse: Competitions based on stockman skills, including campdrafting (similar to cutting).
• Sidesaddle: Riding with both legs on one side of the horse, with a special saddle. Can be done in both English and Western styles.
• Breed-Specific Disciplines: Many breeds have their own show circuits and unique classes (e.g., Andalusian "High School" movements, Arabian Native Costume, Gaited Horse shows for Tennessee Walkers, Paso Finos, etc.).

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