Monday, January 26, 2026

GOR 230: The Red Savages

 

The Fictional "Red Savages" (Gor Series)

In the Gor series of sci-fi/fantasy novels by John Norman (specifically Savages of Gor and Blood Brothers of Gor), the Red Savages are a specific ethnic group.

  • Location: They inhabit the Barrens, a vast prairie-like region on the planet Gor.

  • Culture: They are depicted as nomadic hunters and warriors, heavily inspired by the cultures of the 19th-century Plains Indians of North America.

  • Lifestyle: They are known for being superb riders of kaiila (large, predatory mounts) and for hunting the kailiauk (a creature similar to the buffalo).

  • Sub-Tribes: Mentioned tribes include the Dust Legs, Fleer, Kaiila, and Yellow Knives.

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