The Salazar HouseHold

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Documentation of the House of Salazar

 

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14TH OF CARLOS STRENGTH OF 104 D.R.

 

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A depiction of a Salazar rancher and their cattle.

 

The Salazar household is a Hyspian household of ranchers. Their entire livelihoods are based on the raising and caretaking of cattle. Hardworking men and women putting forth labor as they sought out expanding upon their home and livelihood.

 

The Salazar household's culture is one steeped heavily in ranching and working the land.  Their name holds the meaning of “manor house” or “corral”, depicting the meaning of the ownership of a grand home or abundant lands. 

The original Salazars, Estrella and Antonio Salazar chose the name for themselves, finding it a bountiful name and a worthy goal. Estrella and Antonio went on to have three sons, Joaquin, Carlos and Pedro - each of which they raised to share their aspirations. It was upon the passing of their parents, that the brothers would pack up and set out to make those dreams a reality.

 

It is with this, that the Salazars became first known in the Sovereign State of Hyspia during Sovereign Ramona I reign, the current reigning monarch as of the time of the writing of this missive.

 Having spent generations in ranching, their ambitious Patriarch Joaquin Salazar intended to get more. Land to expand their ranching and a title to boot. He brought his brothers, Pedro and Carlos, where the family began to make a name for themselves through their work with cattle and military service.

It wasn’t long before the household made a name for themselves, guarding events closely and making their grand debut at El Puente; Hyspias festival of connection building.

Their crowning moment was the defence provided against a raid on Hyspian lands, during the Clash of Sands of 103 D.R, in which Carlos Salazar bravely fought and lost his leg to the encroaching Darkspawn.

On the 14th of Maria’s Peace, 104 D.R, the family would be granted a title at Hyspias court; the Barony of Campos Salvajes. 

 

A depiction of a Salazar bull.

 

CULTURE AND TRADITIONS

As the saying goes, “You mess with the bull, you get the horns,” and this rings ever true in the Salazar household. In a world where it’s understood that you may leave at any time, to that of the Seven Skies, everyday is lived to the fullest. One wrong turn on a Bronc in a rodeo could mean the difference between paralyzation and death, something outlined early on.

This understanding is spread commonplace throughout all aspects of a Salazars life, from day to day, to marriage and otherwise.

Lengthy engagements are not their forte, for they opt to live in the moment and with this in mind, documented are a few traditions in which the Salazars uphold in monument to their ancestry and livelihoods.

 

The Making of a Saddle

 

There are two times in a Salazars life, in which they will work closely with or be gifted that of a custom-made saddle. The first is upon their birth, the demeanor of the newborn babe being taken into account as to decide what materials and design may be used. No saddle is the same, and is added onto throughout the child's life as they grow and become situated as their own person.

 

It is when that child is grown, and wishes to marry, that they may create a saddle for their intended. Much like their own, the personality and life of the one they wish to marry is taken into account as it is made - save for one change. A symbol or story is taken from the original saddle to be put onto the new, symbolic of allowing them into your familial tapestry and story that is their life.

 

This tradition continues onward, in which the newly wed couple create a saddle together for their child.

 

Child's First Rodeo

 

Upon reaching between the ages of five and seven, a Salazar child will be expected to take part in their first rodeo. This is often showcased in the child practicing beforehand, riding wildly out on the familial lands before they should make their debut on the rodeos field. A special event takes place, “Porkchop Busting” in which the child wraps their arms over a pig and holds tight. The bell is sounded, and the race begins where they must keep hold and not be thrown off. Upon a successful first rodeo, the Salazar child is gifted a horseshoe, their name inscribed upon it, to remember always.

 

A Salazar’s Coming of Age

 

As is in Hyspian culture, a Salazar's coming of age is when they turn fifteen years of age. Whether a Quinceañera or the less common Quinceañero, a Salazars very first Bull ride will take place. Similar to the pig-riding of their childhood, and yet very different as the event poses an imminent danger.

 

Their goal is to survive the encounter and get out of there all in one piece. While it may seem strange to push a new adult towards such a thing, this is the Salazars everyday life, working closely with cattle and within rodeos. If they cannot survive, then the Salazar was meant for other pastures other than these own.

 

HEIRLOOMS

 

With the Salazar household still being relatively new, they have yet accumulated many heirlooms. They hold two in total, in which is held by the head of house in perpetuity:

 

Toromante Espada (Bullguard Sword) 

 

The Toromante Espada is a steel sword with a bull-shaped pommel and engravings depicting Vaqueros life. Its blade is razor-sharp with ancient symbols etched along its length. Accents of blue, orange, and gray honor the Salazars' house colors, with vibrant blue on the hilt, subtle orange in the engravings, and a gray steel blade. An emblem of a charging bull near the hilt symbolizes the Salazars' motto: "Mess with the bull, get the horns" ("Si te metes con los toros, obtendrás los cuernos"). The Toromante Espada is a symbol of honor passed down through generations, embodying the courage and resilience of the Salazar Vaqueros in defending their land and way of life. 

 

Estrellas Silla Vaquera (Estrellas Cowgirl Saddle) 

 

The Silla Vaquera is a Hyspian dressage saddle, hosting a flat and wide seat and outlined with Antelope fur. The fur hosts a sooty gray, and prevents friction on the piece. 

The saddle itself is adaptable, allowing practice on a horse trail or with cattle work, with a classic stirrup system.

If one were to look close, copper thread was interwoven throughout the saddle until the name ‘E S T R E L L A’ was spelled out in bold letters, denoting who this was for.

In keeping to Salazar marriage tradition, a patch from Antonio Salazar's saddle has been sewn on, baby blue fabric stitched together with three Broncs taking center place.

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Signed,

SIGNED,

 

SU SEÑOR, Joaquin Salazar, Baron de Campos Salvajes, Colonel de Regimiento de Hyspia

SU SEÑORA, Gabriela Salazar, Baronesa de Campos Salvajes, Dama de Honor

 

Edited May 26 by D4rkSolar

[_mady07 1162]

[!] The monarch gave a rather bright smile looking over the missive. "THATS MY SALAZARS" Cooed the middle-aged woman who seemed truely optimistic