Surprise attacks of the Maasai warriors are the tribes main occupation. The aim of an attack is to obtain the livestock of an enemy settlement. The attacks occur at the sunset, when those dwelling the other camp are sleeping. Weapons like the shield you see here are made by the smiths. Maasai smiths form a caste separated from the other members of the tribe. They do not mix with individuals from different castes. They are at the same time feared and despised by the other Maasai, and their work is surrounded by magic and mystery.

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