Chieftains:

Tanemahua, Chieftain: Year 1947 - Year 1979.
Tanemahua was one of the longest lived and most beloved chieftains the Hihiri herd has ever known.  He was an incredibly kind-hearted individual, with a beautiful grullo coat that began to turn the color of the clouds as he aged.  Tanemahua was only eight when he became chieftain but his natural ability to lead allowed him to step into the role quickly and easily.  While Tanemahua was an efficient and organized Chieftain he and the Warchief that he served alongside, Ueaungore, often did not see eye to eye.  Tanemahua's temper often got the best of him (especially when jokes were made against his younger brother) and he had a violent streak that wasn't befitting of a chieftain meant to settle disputes.  Still, the plenty and relative peace that the herd experienced during Tanemahua's reign was never questioned and, when he was found dead in his favorite sleeping spot on his favorite beach, the herd mourned his passing.

Eketahua, Chieftain: Year 1979 - Year 1991.
The young brother of Chieftain Tanemahua, Eketahua replaced his older brother as Chieftain when he passed.  Eketahua's chieftainship was spectacularly lackluster.  He was a very private stallion that kept to himself; Eketahua settled disputes, made sure everyone was doing their job, and barely remembered to organize the ceremonies he was expected to host but, all in all, Eketahua was not the worst ruler in the world.  Having died from ingesting a poisonous plant (many believe his death to have been far from accidental) in the winter of 1991 without a chosen predecessor (he never had any children, aiding to the rumors that he looked at stallions more than he looked at mares).  With the turn of the the season, a new chieftain has yet to be determined as the gods have been uncharacteristically quiet.

Holokai, Chieftain: Summer, Year 1995 - 2003.
A big, burly former hunter with distinctive crab-like claws, Holokai looks as if he would be an ideal Warchief but, thanks to his gentle manner, proved himself to be just the right fit for Chieftain of the Hihiri!  The first Chieftain of the Hihiri after four years without one, the large heavily built stallion certainly had his work cut out for him.  Famed for his versatility and kindness, he served the hihiri herd very well for eight years, up until the Formaris Events, which cast a large shadow over the herd. After his own daughter, Kelahia, was accused of murdering the Warchief, Holokai suffered with the loss of not only his daughter, but one of his best friends. After a few years of grief, he agreed that it was likely best to hand the reins over to a new Chieftain, a mare by the name of Seashell, and so he trained her for a whole year before quietly settling into a life of 'retirement'. 

Seashell, Chieftain: Summer, Year 2003 - Present. 
A former gatherer and herbalist of the tribe, Seashell came into power only recently, with a lot going on both in the tribe and in the world to deal with! Power struggles between the Holy One and the Warchief, the lack of blessings being bestowed on the warriors of the herd, strange happenings always seeming to go on in the world- there sure is a storm on the horizon. But, with a full year of dedicated training from the last Chieftain, Holokai, and the support of the herd behind her- time will tell how Chieftain Seashell weathers this storm! 
 

Warchief:

Ueaungore, Warchief: Year 1944-1969.
A mature stallion by the time he became Warchief, Ueaungore was a sight to see.  With a palomino coat adorned with equally golden scales and spike-tipped fins, Ueaungore's success afforded him one of the largest harems the Hihiri herd has seen.  He and Tanemahua, the chieftain he served beside, did not get along in the slightest; Ueaungore did not believe that such a young stallion was fit to lead and the golden Warchief often tried to insert himself into aspects of the herd's leadership that he had no business in.  Things proceeded in this battle of wills for the larger part of the first half of Ueaungore's leadership but, as Tanemahua matured and began to really fill out, the Warchief backed off.  He retired in 1969 after naming Aheahe, one of his eldest sons, his heir.

Aheahe, Warchief: Year 1969 - Year 1985.
Despite his name meaning gentle breeze, Aheahe was far from gentle.  Taking a leaf out of his father's book, Aheahe led the warriors with persistence and ferocity.  Those who opposed him were dealt with publicly, to deter anyone else from causing conflict.  Aheahe's pride and joy were the annual hunting competitions he would hold during the summer in which hunters were required to take down and bring in shark.  It was a messy affair, often leaving several of his warriors wounded but it served its purpose.  Attacks by sharks on the herd were minimal during Aheahe's time as Warchief and the hunters who brought home the largest shark were showered in such splendor that many found the danger of the games of their least concern.  Ironically, it was during one of these shark hunts that Aheahe met his unfortunate end.

Babatunde, Warchief: Year 1985 - Summer, Year 1993..
Upon Aheahe's death, it was Babatunde who was the undisputed nomination to replace their former Warchief.  Ironically another son of Ueaungore, Babatunde's many years of service as a warrior gave him the experience and know-how necessary in order to lead the Hihiri's army!  Babatunde's rule has greatly differed from those of his father and half-brother; born to a very religious mare, Babatunde's calm demeanor and methods of positive reinforcement caused a shift in the way warriors view a successful warchief.  With the bay getting on in years and no longer able to put as much spring in his step as he used to, Babatunde has begun to put feelers out for a new stallion to replace him but, with the unexpected death of Eketahua, he has put on a brave face for the herd until a new chieftain has been chosen and proved capable.  (Currently alive; NPC.)

Loháne, Warchief: Spring, Year 1993 - Spring, Year 2001.
Hand-picked by Babatunde to be his replacement, the blue-scaled cremello stallion had big hoofprints to fill.  At first, he seemed to be doing just fine but, when no stallion stepped forward to become Chieftain, Loháne gained some infamy by suggesting to the herd that mares be allowed to try for the rank!  The herd, for the most part, rejected this idea and Loháne's approval rating plummeted.  After suffering the loss of a mate and the child she bore, the Warchief  kept his head down and focused on doing what he was hired to do - keep the islands safe from outside threats and keep the tribe fed.  However, the cremello stallion met his unfortunate end when he was reportedly murdered by a daughter of Chieftain Holokai (and definitely not murdered by an undercover Shadow!) who fled the islands shortly thereafter!

Kitana, Warchief: Winter, Year 2001 - Present.
In the wake of the former Warchief's murder, Kitana took the opportunity to snatch the title for herself!  As the first female Hihiri to take on the responsibilities of Warchief within living memory, Kitana has plenty to go up to bat against in order to keep the title for herself.  Tough as nails and not afraid to throw her weight around, Kitana is surely up for the challenge!  Only time will tell if she is successful in keeping her position (and true identity as a Shadow Spy) on lockdown!
 

Holy One:

Kaakahi, Holy One: Year 1932 - Year 1962.
As a foal, Kaakahi was expected to become a warrior like his father; instead, during his Vigil he was given a vision of a vast forest, with boughs heavy with starlight but too tall for him to reach.  The former Holy One saw many things in Kaakahi's vision but knew that Kaakahi had some growing to do before he was chosen.  Kaakahi served as a Gatherer to the herd, growing food for those who couldn't and feeding the elderly.  As his naturally calm demeanor began to overtake the hormones of a young stallion, Arohi, the former Holy One, approached Kaakahi and told him it was time.  Kaakahi learned quickly and, while his connection with the gods was sometimes questioned (especially when he chose Paeta as his successor), the Holy One's loyalty to the herd and his duties did not go unnoticed or unappreciated.  Kaakahi died of an infection from a shark bite that never truly healed at the age of thirty eight after having served as Holy One for thirty years!

Paeta, Holy One: Year 1962 - Year 1977.
Paeta was not born of any form of noble blood.  In fact, when she was chosen as the new apprentice to replace the Holy One, many hotly contested Kaakahi's choice.  Why, in the name of the gods, would they choose an ugly, bastard of a child to take on the most holy role known to the Hihiri!?  But, Kaakahi was firm in his choice and, although it took many years to break through Paeta's wall of anger and resentment, when she finally cleared her mind and forgave the things she could not change, her power and ability to speak to the gods was astounding.  A prolific firebender, Paeta once saved the island of Hihiri from disaster when a lightning strike set the tiny island on fire.  Paeta's hard-won wisdom and peace put her on a pedestal that reminded the herd that, despite the questionable beginnings of any being, everyone has their place and worth.

Ataahua, Holy One: Year 1977 - Spring 1997.
A tiny mare as blue and foamy as the seas, Ataahua was a daughter of the former Chieftain Tanemahua, replacing her mentor as Holy One in 1977 at the age of fifteen.  She has been an unwavering connection to the spirits of the ancestors and an unparalleled counsel when it comes to the ways of the gods for many years, making her one of the most beloved Holy Ones the Hihiri have had in ages.  With her age and body now beginning to fail her, Ataahua has begun to counsel the ancestors to find her new apprentice, that she might impart as much of her knowledge to her apprentice as she can before she wakes to see the sun no more.  Many Hihiri nervously await the individual she will choose to replace her!  Ataahua, at the ripe old age of 35 years, finally passed away peacefully in her sleep, leaving her apprentice Cellophane to take over despite his short time as the Holy One's apprentice.

Cellophane, Holy One: Spring 1997 - Present.
All in all, the journey Cellophane took to become Holy One was far from the standard!  Contrary to most individuals chosen to be the Holy One's apprentice, Cellophane began his journey not as a Shaman but as a Gatherer.  When it was discovered the young stallion had magic, his father brought him before Ataahua for consult on how best to handle it.  The elderly mare asked him once more about the vision he received during his Vigil and, after some deep thought, the Holy One brought Cellophane to the Graveyard and together they dreamed beneath the stars.  From that moment on - much to everyone's surprise - Cellophane became Ataahua's apprentice!  Known about the island for discovering the hidden ruins of Wakainga but extremely young to be named Holy One, only time will tell whether or not the herd believes that they can put their faith in the painted stallion to guide them by the will of the gods...