if you've taken notice to the posted photos, then you've already got an idea of the terrain on hitskuni. terrain; the 174 acre island is ideal for a variety of different equine breeds, boasting tall, rocky mountains as well as grassy lowlands. vast varieties of grasses grow here, including alfalfa and timothy. the humans were sure to conduct a feasibility test on the soils of hitskuni, which proved the richness and splendid growing abilities within the soil. waters; there are numerous small watering holes, many of which dry up during the dry season. most of the waters are potable, or safe to drink, therefore allowing many species of animals to flourish. forests; with mostly pine and evergreen trees, the forest floors are usually covered in soft pine needles. there are some fruit trees along the edge of the forests, mainly "crab" apple trees. the forest provide excellent cover from the elements. climate; the climate is relatively mellow, with hot, dry summers as well as chilly, frosted winters. it's rare for hitskuni to receive tremendous amounts of rainfall, however there is a short wet season. snow blizzards are quite rare, but they have happened. there has never been a severe drought recorded on hitskuni.
seasons;
each season will last thirty pages. this may change, and any changes will be posted in the ooc thread.
current season - early spring
spring [0/30] spring is the season of new life. the once white landscape slowly transforms to luscious green. the grasses grow frantically, mares are birthing their foals or coming into season. stallions are beginning to battle ferociously, in an attempt to expand their herd. it is the islands wet season, a relatively short but heavy rainfall usually each night. some predatory animals emerge from hibernation with their young as well, with this comes new dangers.
summer [0/30] summer is arguably the best season for the horses. the grasses still growing, foliage is getting relatively thick in most parts of the island. while some watering holes begin to shrink and dry up, the remaining waters provide temporary relief from the sun with some horses wading or even swimming in them. those that dry out provide dirt baths to help repel bugs. successful waters are more populated, and since some mares remain in season, rivaling studs still battle.
autumn [0/30] autumn brings some color to the landscape, however most things remain the same. the climate is warm and nights can get brisk. the sun begins to set sooner as the island eases through the season, causing most mares to not cycle. the majority of the mares have a foal at their side, some stallions may still be protective of their herd. toward the end of this season, some predatory animals have a higher caloric intake, thus causing a bit of danger.
winter [0/30] winter is a relatively mellow season, with very heavy snowfall being uncommon. since most forests are evergreen or pine, the horses still have cover from the occasional blizzard as well as any harsh winds. the banks of the waters that survived the summer have frozen, causing them to seemingly shrink. due to the light to dark hours ratio, no mares are cycling, therefore no young foals. since the climate is mellow and they have adequate cover, most foals survive the winters, unless orphaned or hunted by predators.
