Thunder frowned, stopping himself from tossing his head up, a habit of his, since he knew it would frighten the mare. He lowered his head just a bit and took a few steps back slowly, sensing the mare was tense. "Welcome," he gave her a smile. "Are you passing through, or are you in search of a herd?" questions got you to know more about someone, and information was important. Thunder stared at Tip, not surprised by her reactions. He probably looked like a big black beast next to her.

