During the shifting of the camp the braves themselves stalk along practically unencumbered, save only for their elaborate shield, three spears (never more), and a stone tomahawk stuck in their belt of woven opossum hair.

The men do not smoke, knowing nothing of tobacco, but their principal recreation and relaxation from the incessant hunting consists in the making of their war weapons, which is a very important part of their daily life.

They will even fell a whole tree, as has already been explained, to make a single spear shaft.

As to the shield, the elaborate carving upon it corresponds closely with the prowess of the owner; and the more laurels he gains, the more intricate and elaborate becomes the carving on his shield.

Honour prevents undue pretence.
But we have wandered away from the consideration of the girl-children.
The baby girls play with their brothers and participate in their fights until they are perhaps ten years of age.