The Rites of the Earthmother are the steps a young tauren needs to take to gain respect in Thunder Bluff.$b$bFirst you must pass the Rite of Strength. In this test you must prove your bravery by slaying enemies of the tribe.$b$bBristlebacks of Brambleblade Ravine to the east are encroaching on our tribal lands. They ambush our hunting parties and steal from the village by dark.$b$bShow your valor by slaying these villains and return to the Chief in Camp Narache with their belts as proof of your deeds.

Kill Bristlebacks in Brambleblade Ravine and bring 8 Bristleback Belts to Chief Hawkwind in Camp Narache.

Return to Chief Hawkwind at Camp Narache in Mulgore.

• Bristleback Belt
  x8

• Rep. with Thunder Bluff +250