About three years have passed since he took his place as leader of the Inlet. Beside him stood Lucine as he had appointed her lead mare before the position had even become his. The decision had been an easy one considering her personality (plus she was his only mare at the time). Lucine had already birthed their first son and was pregnant with their second at the time. In his opinion she had been a great lead mare, great companion, and a great lover.

It has now been nearly six months since her death and it was time to move forward. Especially now that his herd was growing again.

There was someone that came to mind when he thought of a strong soul to take over the vacant position. She was strong willed and came from a land harsh much like Tinuvel was. Though the place she came from was the exact opposite of cold, she knew how to navigate the issues that came with finding food in harsher weather. She knew what it was like to dodge dangerous creatures and go miles for water. Nico thought of no one better to care for the other mares than his golden desert flower.

Nico lifts his multicolored muzzle and calls for Pyre. No doubt little Zohara would be along too if she wasn't already playing with Tino.