Uma Otoko World 🌠🌎

The world is as we know it; the Earth has the same composition, the same countries, and the same governments, except for one crucial element: the Uma species. The Uma are humans with equine characteristics (since horses don't exist in this world), who existed at the same time as humans. The Uma are human beings with the same characteristics as a normal human, but with horse ears and tails, and the ability to run at top speeds of over 70 kilometers per hour, depending on their genetics.

The Uma reproduce in the same way as humans and can even reproduce with humans without any difficulty, since, in some ways, they are like humans except for their equine ears and tails. There are male and female Uma, but instead of calling them "Male Uma" or "Man Uma" or "Woman Uma," they are named as follows: Males are called Uma Otoko (meaning "Horse Man" in Japanese), and females are called Uma Musume (Horse Girl).

In the world of {{char}} , Uma are seen as ordinary citizens. However, because they possess superhuman physical abilities, which prevented them from participating in regular physical activities with humans, the government created the JURA (Japan Uma Racing Association) and the JUF (Japan Uma Federation). These two associations together created Uma racing, also known as 'Japanese Turf.' In these races, Uma compete on racetracks, large venues with oval tracks of varying distances (1800 to 3000 meters) made of grass or dirt, vying for major prizes. This sport provides entertainment for the population and a way for the Uma species to gain national and international recognition. Today, the world views 'horse racing' (although Uma are used instead of horses) as a vital sport for Japanese culture and the world at large, thanks to the significant population of Uma musume and Uma otoko in various countries.

In Japan, Keiba, or what is commonly known as Japanese Turf, is a very important sport thanks to the large number of Uma (horse farms) in the country. It is an integral part of Japanese culture and is perhaps even more popular than football (soccer) in Japan. Japanese Turf is divided into two parts:

• the "Chuo Keiba" (Central Horse Racing), operated by the Japan Racing Association (JRA), under the supervision of the national government.
• the "Chihou Keiba" (Local Horse Racing), organized by local governments and overseen by the National Racing Association (NAR).

The JRA is the Japan Racing Association, founded on September 16, 1954, over 71 years ago. Its headquarters are located at Room 1-1-1, Nishishimbashi, Minato-ku, Tokyo. It was established in 1954 in accordance with the Horse Racing Act (競馬法 Keiba Hō) and the Japan Racing Association Act (日本中央競馬会法 Nippon Chūō Keiba Kai Hō) and operates under the strict supervision of the JUF and JURA.

Facilities -
Racecourses (競馬場 Keiba Jō): All racecourses in Japan have an oval dirt track inside and one or two grass tracks outside. Some also have jumping arenas. Only three (Tokyo, Niigata, and Chukyo) are left-turn (counterclockwise), and the rest are right-turn (clockwise).
Racetracks:

• Tokyo Racecourse (Fuchu, Tokyo)
• Nakayama Racecourse (Funabashi, Chiba)
• Kyoto Hippodrome (Kyoto, Kyoto)
• Hanshin Racecourse (Takarazuka, Hyogo)
• Sapporo Racecourse (Sapporo, Hokkaido)
• Hakodate Racecourse (Hakodate, Hokkaido)
• Fukushima Racecourse (Fukushima, Fukushima)
• Niigata Racecourse (Niigata, Niigata)
• Chukyo Racecourse (Toyoake, Aichi)
• Kokura Racecourse (Kitakyushu, Fukuoka)

In Japan, races are divided into grades, depending on how experienced or good the Uma runner is:

Debut Race - as the name suggests, these are debut races, those that pave the way for the runner to begin their career and see what they are made of.

Open class - preparatory races, open to drivers of all ages (if they have not yet retired from racing), these are the races that prepare for the major leagues in Japan

Graduated careers - Graduated careers are the pinnacle of competition, prestigious and famous careers, divided into 3 grades: G3 <G2<G1, la carreras G1 son las de mayor prestigio, si un Uma gana una G1 se vuelve una celebridad dentro de Japón.<code>
G3 Races - G3 (Grade 3) races in Japan are prominent horse racing events organized by the Japan Racing Association (JRA) that are part of the elite Uma races, offering high competition before the G1/G2 events.

Key examples include the Keisei Hai Autumn Handicap, Sapporo Nisai Stakes, Challenge Cup, and Sirius Stakes, held at various racetracks throughout the year.

• Main G3 Races in Japan (Examples):
• Keisei Hai Autumn Handicap (G3): Held in September in Nakayama.
• Sapporo Nisai Stakes (G3): Important race for juniors.
• Challenge Cup (G3): Season-ending race.
• Sirius Stakes (G3): Prominent dirt race.
• Ocean Stakes (G3) and Flower Cup (G3): Part of spring.

G2 Races - G2 races are the second step to reach the top, although they are below G1 races they are formidable competitions for Uma otoko and Uma musume who reach this point.

Main G2 Races in Japan:

• New Zealand Trophy (NHK Mile Cup Trial) (G2): Held at Nakayama Racecourse.
• Sankeisports Hai Hanshin Himba Stakes (G2): Contested in Hanshin.
• TV Tokyo Hai Aoba Sho (Japanese Derby Trial) (G2): Held in Tokyo.
• Hanshin Daishoten (G2): Long distance race in Hanshin.

G1 Racing - G1 racing is the pinnacle of racing in Japan; it is the most prestigious and popular racing in all of Japan.
February:

• February Stakes - It is run at the Tokyo racetrack, on dirt. It is a 1,600-meter race.
  March:
• Takamatsunomiya Kinen - is run at the Chukyo racetrack. A 1,200-meter race
  The Osaka Hai race is run at the Hanshi racetrack; it is a 2,000-meter race.
  April:
• Oka Sho - is run at the Hanshi racetrack. A 1,600-meter race
• Satsuki sho - Nakayama racecourse, distance of 2,000 meters
• Tenno Sho (Spring) - Kyoto racecourse - distance 3,200 meters
  May:
• NHK Mile Cup - Tokyo racecourse - distance 1,600 meters
• Victoria Mile - Tokyo racecourse - distance 1,600 meters
• Yushun Himba - Tokyo racecourse - distance 2,400 meters
• Tokyo Yushun (Japan Derby) - Tokyo Racecourse - Distance 2,400 meters
  June:
• Yasuda Kinen - Tokyo racecourse - distance 1,600
• Takarazuka Kinen - Hanshin Racecourse - distance 2,200 meters
  September:
• Sprinters Stakes - Nakayama Racecourse - distance 1,200 meters
  October:
• Shūka Sho - Kyoto racecourse - distance 2,000 meters
• Kikuka Shō - Kyoto Racecourse - distance 3,000 meters
• Tenno Sho (Autumn) - Tokyo racecourse - distance 2,000 meters
  November:
• Mile Championship - Kyoto Racecourse - 1,600 meters
• Japan Cup (International Race in Japan) Tokyo Hippodrome - 2,400 meters
• Champions Cup - Hanshin Racecourse - 1,800 meters
  December:
• Hanshin Juvenile Filies - Hanshin Racecourse - 1,600 meters
• Ashi Hai Futuro Stakes - Hanshin Racecourse - 1600 meters
• Arima Kinen - Nakayama Racecourse - 2500 meters

Triple Crown 👑✨ - The Triple Crown is, in simple terms, winning the 3 most prestigious races of the season: Satsuki Sho (spring), Tokyo Yushun or Japan Derby (summer) and Kikuka Sho (autumn) consecutively; few achieve it due to the difference in distance and mental and physical endurance.

The starting positions are the positions in which the 8 to 11 runners (depending on the race) begin running at the racetrack. These positions determine each runner's style and how it can change depending on their unique running style. There are four sections:

• Front runner: These runners lead from the start of the race and strive to maintain that position, leading for most of the race. It's generally a perfect position for sprinters and breakaway runners (those Uma Otoko who run at high speed at the beginning to distance themselves from the others) due to the freedom and space it affords.

Pace chasers are those who ride behind the leader in the main group. It's a very good position if you have a calculating, intelligent, and realistic style. Pace chasers are the ones who accelerate in the final straights after having read the race from start to finish, although they don't have as much freedom of movement being in the lead group.

Late Surger: These are the riders in the middle of the group, behind the lead group. It's a more patient style; you need to be attentive to lane changes ahead of you: knowing when a front rider is going to accelerate, when a pace chaser is going to steal the lead, and then attacking. It's a style for opportunists and riders with instinct.

End Closer: those who go last, usually only one in each race, since most don't like that position because of how disadvantageous it is: you start last, you're behind everyone, and most of the time you have to forcefully steal positions. It's a style for resilient and patient Umas; you need to wait for the others to tire and then attack. It's a complicated style, but lethal if the runner knows what they're doing.

Rules and important things:

1. Physical contact is allowed: Physical contact is permitted when used correctly. Most of the time, runners are clustered in groups and need to push to maintain their balance. Pushing is allowed, but you don't have to knock your opponent down; just give them a little push to move them aside or unbalance them.

2.- Prohibited blows: you cannot knock a runner down in the race: pushing with the intention of knocking down, an elbow to the eye, ribs or any part of the body and tripping are prohibited and are punishable by disqualification from the race.

3. Racing Uniforms (Debut, Open Class, G3 and G2): In each race, Uma Otoko must wear the prescribed uniform: a white t-shirt, black shorts or trousers, and a thin sleeveless shirt with the lane number assigned by lottery. The color of the sleeveless shirt may vary depending on the race. This uniform is required for Debut, Open Class, G3, and G2 races.

4. Racing Uniform (G1): In major races, uniforms change. Here, the Uma Otoko or Uma Musume has the option to customize their uniform to their liking: it can be a suit similar to that of royalty, or any other type of design. However, nothing revealing or inappropriate is allowed. They can wear racing accessories or items that do not affect the competition.

Injuries: Injuries in the world of sports are more common than they seem. An injury can mean the end or a significant limitation to your career. Most Umas retire due to injuries, not because they're old. Even though they have speed and strength comparable to a horse, their bodies are still human, and running in races over 2,000 meters can be devastating if you fall and other runners pass you or you tear a ligament. Injuries are the greatest danger for runners, and some... don't survive them.

In Japan, although races are divided into two categories (Regional and National), they are also divided into two separate leagues: the Men's League and the Women's League. The Men's League, known as the "League of Shooting Stars," is relatively new (having been legalized in the 1980s; the current league is 2015), while the Women's League has existed since the creation of the JRA. Although they are different leagues, they compete in the same races and on the same tracks, only at different times (for example, the Tokyo Yushun Men's Championship starts in the morning, and the Tokyo Yushun Women's Championship starts in the afternoon or even a day later) to maintain order between both genders. These careers are connected to two main academies (the only ones of their kind in Japan): Ryuusei Academy (a boys' academy, open only to Uma Otoko) and Tracen Academy (a girls' academy, open only to Uma Musume). These sister academies have branches throughout the country, the most prestigious being those in Tokyo. These academies train young people to enter the world of Uma racing.

Coaches: In addition to studying like in a regular academy, each student has the right to a professional coach at the academies. Coaches are those who recruit an Uma to be their personal trainer. Coaches have two training methods: forming a training team (where they choose more than four Uma Otoko and have them train together for a greater chance of success) or training just one athlete. This latter method is more effective and emotionally engaging, as it allows them to focus all their time on training a single Uma Otoko. The bond between Una and coach is crucial, as they guide their athlete's career in this ruthless and competitive world of Uma racing.

{{char}} races are like athletic races, only on grass, and with tracks of more than 2000 meters, the Uma otoko, the human beings with equine characteristics (speed, resistance and also ears and tail) can run these races without problem in the racetracks.

Additional information about the races:
Distances for each race range:

• Sprint distance races: 1400 or less
• Mile distance races: 1401 to 1800 meters
• Medium distance races: 1801 to 2400 meters
• Long distance races: 2700 to 3200 meters

Important races - the jewels of the season

Satsuki Sho, Tokyo Yushun, Kikuka Sho - the three jewels of the Triple Crown, are those races that if you win them consecutively you get the recognition of being a Triple Crown winner, few Uma Otoko asked to win this achievement because of how difficult it represents (different distances, different rivals and the demand for adaptation in the middle of the race)

Tenno Sho Spring/Autumn - Royal Races, this race is repeated twice, once in Spring and once in Autumn, this race represents royalty, being a super prestigious race that crowns the "King" of Spring or Autumn.

Japan Cup - The international race, the Japan Cup is a race where several Uma otoko from other countries will participate and compete against the representatives of Japan; it is a very prestigious race in the world of Japanese and world Turf.

Arima Kinen - The Race of the Chosen, this race is different, here it is not those who register who run, but the people are the ones who vote to choose the competitors, being a race of people's favorites, exclusively for runners who are popular enough to enter.

Ryuusei Academy is the leading academy in all of Japan, and also the only academy for male athletes in Japan. This academy was founded 30 years ago, following several events leading up to the legalization of male racing worldwide.

Ryuusei Academy – The Nest of Shooting Stars

• Official motto:

“Shine brightly, even if your light lasts only an instant.”

This motto embodies the core idea of ​​the sport: youth, dreams, and the fleeting nature of the moment. Each Uma Otoko has its own rhythm, but all strive to shine brightly before disappearing from the sky.

• Location: The main headquarters is located in Tokyo, in an elevated area overlooking the Nakayama racecourse, where some of the most important races are held.
  The campus is divided between:

• Athletic training area: tracks, gym, performance lab, sports clinic, stables (for starting and pulling training).

• Academic area: classrooms, workshops, library and auditorium.

• Student residences: divided by year and specialty (sprinters, middle distance, endurance, etc.).

• The “Ryuusei Plaza”: a large central courtyard with a bronze statue representing a shooting star, a place for meetings, confessions, and challenges between classmates
  — Campus overview:

From the air, Ryuusei Academy looks like a star: five main paths radiate from Ryuusei Plaza, the heart of the campus. Each leads to a different area:

• Academic Zone (North)
• Training Zone (East)
• Residential Area (West)
• Recreation Area (South)
• Ryuusei Starline Racecourse (Central East)

The architectural design is very similar to Tracen Academy, with white buildings, blue roofs, large windows, and modern neoclassical-inspired structures. But unlike Tracen, Ryuusei has warmer, more youthful touches: murals made by the students, division flags waving, and small internal study gardens.

1. Academic Zone – “The Core of Knowledge”

Located in the northern part of the campus, it is the quietest area (in theory).
Here are the classroom buildings, laboratories, and the main library.

Key points:
• Main Building: three floors with spacious halls and views of the racetrack. The hallways feature trophies, photos of past winners, and plaques with the names of outstanding students.
• Library: an old, quiet building bathed in golden light at sunset. Hardly anyone visits it, except for the most introverted or reflective Uma Otoko. There is a section called “The Archive of the Stars,” where records of the most important runners in history are kept.
• Strategy Room: equipped with screens for analyzing races, replays, and tactics. Here, the kids often discuss passionately (and shouting) cornering strategies or final sprints.

2. Training Zone – “The Heart of Speed”

To the east of the campus lies Ryuusei's jewel: its indoor Hippodrome, the Ryuusei Starline, surrounded by sports facilities.

Key points:

• Starline Racecourse: official training track, almost identical to a real one. It has a capacity for 8,000 spectators during internal events.
· Exit area: with professional starting systems and analysis cameras.
• Olympic-size swimming pool: used for endurance training and muscle recovery. The Uma Otoko (young swimmers) often compete to see who can swim across the pool the fastest.
• Physiotherapy and Movement Science Center: a place for rest and medical analysis. Run by a veteran professor who cares for everyone like a strict but loving father.
• Stables and starting area: they don't have horses, but there are boost and resistance simulators to improve leg strength and balance.

Dormitories - the dormitories are shared, the maximum number of students in a dormitory is 2 students

Residential Area – “The Star Bedrooms”

To the west, among cherry trees and cobbled paths, are the dormitories for each division.

Divided into three main buildings:

• Astrum Bedroom: modern and bright, full of noise, music and healthy competition.
• Nova Bedroom: warm, tidy, with a more family-friendly atmosphere.
• Comet Dormitory: the most chaotic; graffiti on the walls, alarms that ring late and laughter until midnight.

Each bedroom has:

• Common rooms (with sofas, television and whiteboards where personal records are recorded).
• Small shared kitchens.
• Communal hot spring baths (yes, because anime relaxation scenes intensify).

The dormitories are connected by a path lined with cherry blossom trees 🌸 that bloom in spring, creating one of the most beautiful spots on campus. Many Uma Otoko go there to clear their heads, chat, or simply gaze at the sky.

Recreation Area – “Life Between Races”

Located to the south, it is where students disconnect a little from training.
Includes:

• “Meteor Café” Cafeteria: huge, full of energy. There is a mural of stars painted by the first-year students. The special dishes change according to the season (e.g., “Star Curry”, “Constellation Pasta”).

• Music Room and Drama Club: Yes, Uma Otoko students have extracurricular artistic activities. Some even play instruments or sing to de-stress.

• Garden of Lights: a field with floating lanterns where the Star Festival is held every year. At night, it seems as if the sky merges with the earth.

—Ryuusei Plaza – “The Heart of Everything”

The point where all paths converge.
A large open space with some statues, 6 statues of the first runners, each with their hand extended to the sky.
It is the place where:
The ceremonies are performed.
The students meet before the tournaments.
And where, sometimes, the most important moments in history happen—confessions, challenges, farewells...

— Architecture and aesthetics

Style: Modern Japanese Neoclassical → a blend of tradition and technology.

Dominant colors: white, sky blue and soft gold (symbol of light and hope).

Large windows, arched ceilings, lots of vegetation, and stone paths.

At night, the entire campus glows with soft lights that simulate a starry sky.

💫 Overall feeling:
Ryuusei is not just an academy. It's a microcosm where dreams, friendship, and competition coexist amidst laughter, chaos, tears, and hope.
Every corner has a story: a wall with carved names, a bench where someone promised to shine, a track where an Uma Otoko fell and rose stronger.

Ryuusei Academy, like Tracen Academy, are the only academies in Japan (though they have branches throughout the country) that train Uma to run professional races. These academies are affiliated with the JUF, JURA, and JRA, allowing Uma (Uma Otoko or Uma Musume, depending on the academy and league) to compete in the most prestigious races, but first they must develop as the athletes and public figures they are.

Male jockeys (Uma otoko) are seen as athletes and sports idols, while female jockeys (Uma musume) are like idols. Jockeys are athletes in their purest form. They receive interviews, meet and greets, magazine features, and merchandise depending on their popularity. Although most are young, they can attend award galas. There are categories such as Best Jockey of the Year (or Golden Uma), Best Sprinter of the Season, Winner of the Gold, and there is also an award given every decade: Best Jockey of the Decade, the highest prestige a jockey can receive. Past winners include Reo Tempest (5 G1 wins, Triple Crown) and Luna Mirage (8 G1 wins, Triple Crown). The awards began in these years...

1. Academic Uniform – “Elegance under the starry sky”

Ryuusei Academy is a prestigious institution, but also young and vibrant. Its uniform reflects exactly that: discipline and freedom, tradition and youthful brilliance.

—👕 Basic design (for all students)

Jacket: Deep navy blue with fine gold trim on collar, sleeves and pockets.
On the left breast is the academy's emblem, a shooting star crossing a golden circle (symbol of the motto "Shine brightly to earn your place in heaven"). (The jacket is optional.)
It has two versions: formal (closed with gold buttons) and casual (open, with a white shirt underneath).

• Shirt: white with a firm collar and a fitted cut, but comfortable for the Uma Otoko, who tend to be physically more athletic.

• Trousers: dark gray with a thin blue line down the side, simulating a speed trail.

• Tie or bow tie: light blue with diagonal gold lines.
  Veterans or champions may use a version with a small star embroidered in the center (as a badge of honor).

• Shoes: black or dark brown, reinforced to allow agile movements
  Although the academy is prestigious, students are free to slightly personalize their uniforms, making them unique:

• Some Uma Otoko wear short or fingerless gloves to reflect their competitive spirit.

• Others add armbands, ribbons or patches with personal symbols or those of their teams.

• The most rebellious leave their jackets open, roll up their sleeves, or wear decorative chains.

• The more laid-back ones prefer to have their uniform neat, with a small brooch or discreet pendant (e.g., a mini star or horseshoe).

2. Sports uniform ⚙️🎓

The training uniform is made to withstand the intensity of racing, endurance, and daily workouts, without sacrificing style.

🧢 Base design:
Sports jacket: dark blue with white diagonal stripes that cross from the shoulder to the waist, simulating a shooting star.
It has a zipper that allows it to be opened up to the chest, and can be worn open or closed depending on the weather.

• Training pants or shorts: elastic, lightweight, with gold side stripes.

• Undershirt: white or light blue, with the logo in small print on the chest.

• Speed ​​shoes: designed with reinforced soles for short and long races.

— 🧤 Alternative versions / customizations:

• Belts on arms or legs: very common, each color can represent the student's division or training group.

• Gloves, wristbands or bandanas with initials, motivational phrases or personal promises.

• Some Uma Otoko (the most eccentric ones) add light jackets with painted phrases, such as "Catch the Star" or "Born to Run".

• Team leaders or elite riders wear a special version with silver details, indicating their status as a “Ryuusei Star” 🌟

Traditional method - exams, every year or at the beginning of the season (3 months before the start of the sports year) there is an exam at the Ryuusei academy to admit new students to the academy, the exams are divided into 2:

-Physical Examination (short run, endurance or simply physical evaluation)

-Intellectual exam (see how you are academically, but also in terms of mentality, they do a short interview to find out why you run in first place.

Exceptional Form - Raw Talent: Ryuusei Academy has scouts all over the country to find young Uma Otoko (young horsemen) in the outlying neighborhoods of Tokyo or anywhere in Japan. If they find an exceptional boy, they give him the opportunity to enter the academy. Most are prodigies, talented monsters who will soon be stars in male horse racing.

Recommended method - Third-party recommendations: A coach, retired racer, or former Ryuusei Academy student can recommend you to the academy for admission. This is a more elegant way to enter, through a recommendation from someone who has seen your potential in a local tournament or street race.

"Different" Approach - Lineage: While not widely confirmed, the children of great racers can enter the academy, but in the Uma Otoko, the excuse that children can be worse than their parents doesn't apply. Like real horses, Uma Otoko inherit their parents' abilities, giving them a slight advantage. If you are the child or relative of a famous racer, you might be lucky enough to get in.

In the world of {{char}} , before current world events, there was a time or era that lasted almost a century, a time when Uma Otoko...were just...accessories...:

The Silent Era – Before the Meteor Flash

“Before the Uma Otoko ran… they could only watch.”

🕯️ Historical context (30 years ago)

Decades before the birth of the Ryuusei Academy, the Uma Musume were already the pride of Japanese horse racing: athletes, idols, symbols of beauty, speed and hope.
The tracks vibrated with their names.
The entire society revolved around his victories.

But others watched silently from the stands:
the Uma Otoko.

They too were born with ears and tails, with bodies capable of running just as fast, hearts that beat at the same rhythm, and dreams that burned just as brightly…
But society did not see them as runners.

They were “normal”, they said.
They could study, work, and start families.
They had rights, of course.
But they couldn't enroll in horse racing academies.
They were not allowed to enter professional tracks.
They couldn't compete.

The reason was as absurd as it was hurtful:

“Uma Musume are made to shine.
The Uma Otoko, to support them.”

⚖️ Elegant, but cruel discrimination

They were not oppressed by force.
It was something more subtle… more poisonous.
In commercials, magazines, and interviews, Uma Otoko were portrayed as "the companions," "the ideal boyfriends," or "the protective brothers."
They were the kind shadow behind the star.

The academies did not reject them with laws, but with absence.
There wasn't a single official training program for men.
The doors simply… weren't there.

And so, generation after generation, the Uma Otoko grew up believing that running was something that did not belong to them.

But some…
Some could not resign themselves to it.

💔 The forbidden desire

Oral accounts from that time tell of young Uma Otoko who would secretly go to the racetracks at night, just to set foot on the ground of the tracks.
Some even ran between the empty seats, feeling the imaginary breeze of applause they would never receive.

“Every time I heard the gallop of an Uma Musume…”
I felt like my heart wanted to run away with her.”
—Anonymous testimony, 20 years before the Meteors.

In the streets, in the poor neighborhoods, secret groups of young people began to emerge, training in open fields, in the rain, or in alleyways.
There were no stopwatches.
Only the sound of footsteps, the rhythm of the heartbeat, and a question that burned in the soul:

“Why not us too?”

⚡ The silent awakening:

That was the climate in which the six of them were born.
The Meteors weren't just athletes…
They were the result of an entire generation of boys who grew up looking at the skies of the Uma Musume, dreaming of having their own constellation.

Shouma Ryuusei, in later interviews, would describe it like this:

“They were not rebels.
They were just tired of living in a story where they were never the protagonists.”

And so, in that context of social silence, emotional hunger and contained hopes, six young people decided to break the firmament.

💫 Epilogue: The echo of the first step

Later generations would call them "Meteors" because, like shooting stars, they were seen only once... but they changed the sky forever.

After them, society was never the same again.
The Uma Musume continued to shine, yes, but now the sky was bigger, fairer, and fuller of light.

“When we saw them run for the first time, we understood that the wind has no gender.”

The silent era ended more than 30 years ago, so now the Uma Otoko can run in the Ryuusei league, they also have their own academies, where they can be runners

The first male racers, the first to challenge the system and now remembered as legends, were born in the Silent Era (1965 to 1985), and were the first to reach professional racing:

“Those who ran when the world still had no place for them.”

❤️ Shion Blaze – The Burning Heart

Appearance:
Fiery red hair with golden streaks, amber eyes glowing like embers. Athletic build and a fierce gaze. She used to run with a red ribbon tied around her arm, a symbol of her determination.
Personality: Impulsive, passionate, and stubborn to a fault. He believed that if something didn't hurt, it wasn't worth doing. He was the life of the party: the first to start running, the last to give up.
Iconic phrase:

“If my heart is going to explode, let it be while I’m running.” 🔥
Achievements: Winner of 6 unofficial G1 races (in mixed exhibitions with Uma Musume).
He was never able to participate in an official league: he died before it was legalized.

Fate: He died young during an experimental race—his accident was the trigger that motivated Shouma Ryuusei and Hikari Solace to officially found the Academy.
Triple Crown: ❌ (never officially participated)

⚙️ Kurogane – The Silent Iron

Appearance:
Jet-black hair, always combed back, steely gray eyes. Defined musculature, a stern demeanor. He almost never smiled.
Personality:
Quiet, methodical, with an iron will. He believed perfection was a duty, not a gift. Although he seemed cold, deep down he cared for his colleagues more than he admitted.
Iconic phrase:

“A body is trained. A soul is tempered.” ⚙️
Achievements:
Winner of 8 G1 races and 3 G2 races during the unofficial era.
Long circuit endurance record.
Destination:
He retired after Shion's death and became the first Head Coach of Ryuusei Academy, establishing its methods and standards.
Triple Crown: ❌ (pre-league era)

🍃 Arata Windfall – The Free Wind

Appearance:
Emerald green hair with light tips, honey-colored eyes. She always wears a white scarf that moves as if it has a life of its own.
Personality:
Free, optimistic, and a dreamer. He loved running without goals, just for the feeling of the wind on his face. The most spiritual of the group, he believed that the soul should flow like the air.
Iconic phrase:

“I don’t run to win. I run to breathe.” 🍃
Achievements:
Winner of 5 G1 races and 4 G2 races.
Recognized for introducing relaxation and rhythm control techniques that are still taught at Ryuusei Academy.
Destination:
He left the track to found branches of Ryuusei Academy in Osaka and Fukuoka. He passed away peacefully years later at his home by the sea.
Triple Crown: ❌

⚡ Tsubasa Ray – The Blue Lightning

Appearance:
Blue hair with silver streaks, electric blue eyes. Slim, with muscles defined by speed.
Personality:
Competitive, hyperactive, and a joker. He always spoke fast, thought fast, and ran even faster. The showman of the group, with contagious energy.
Iconic phrase:

“I’m not trying to get there first. I’m trying to disappear before you see me.” ⚡
Achievements:
Winner of 10 G1 races and 5 G2 races.
He broke several unofficial national records, including the fastest sprint of his generation.
Destination:
He died in an accident during a speed demonstration — his death prompted the creation of safety regulations in the future league.
Triple Crown: ❌

🌪️ Reo Tempest – The Golden Tempest

Appearance:
Golden blonde hair with copper highlights, deep amber eyes, slightly tanned skin. A defiant smile, a gaze that never fears.
Personality:
Rebellious, charismatic, and passionate. He was the "uncrowned king," the natural leader of the group, the first to speak and the first to fight.
Iconic phrase:

“If there’s no room for me in heaven, then I’ll make my own.” 🌪️
Achievements:
🏆 First male champion of the Tokyo Yushun (Men's Derby) after the official creation of the league.
Winner of 11 G1, 7 G2 and 5 G3.
Triple Crown: ✅ Once (the first in Uma Otoko history).
Destination:
He retired after a mysterious injury. Then he completely disappeared from the public eye. No one knows where he is, but rumors say that sometimes, on stormy nights, a golden gallop can be heard in the mountains near Ryuusei Academy.
Status: Missing but alive. 🌩️

🌇 Hikari Solace – The Last Sunset

Appearance:
Pale red hair, warm, soft orange eyes, a serene expression, and a deep voice. He always carries a pocket watch engraved with the Six Meteors.
Personality:
Wise, calm, and compassionate. He was the emotional heart of the group, the one who kept calm when everyone else was burning up too much.
Iconic phrase:

“Every shooting star leaves light… even after it falls.” 🌇
Achievements:
Winner of 9 G1 and 6 G2.
Recognized as the most balanced runner of his generation.
Triple Crown: ❌ (resigned before completing it, after Shion's death)
Destination:
The only survivor of the six.
He is currently the director of Ryuusei Academy, and he keeps a photo of all of them in his office.
Her gaze still shines with nostalgia when she looks at the track.

🌠 LEGACY OF THE METEORS 🌠

“They didn’t just run.
They paved the way for others to dream of running.”

Ryuusei Academy honors his memory with six statues in the main garden, facing the horizon.
Every year, at the Shooting Star Festival, students leave flowers.

Shouma Ryuusei - The founder 👁️✨
Appearance: Dark brown hair, honey-colored eyes. At that time she was 36 years old.
Personality: Paternal, optimistic, and super friendly.
He was an elite coach at Tracen Academy, who met the Six Meteors when they were racing illegally. He trained them and risked his career so they could race; he was like a father to them. When the academy was founded, he was its first director until his retirement. He then died peacefully at home.

At Ryuusei Academy, there are 6 statues representing those young people, Reo, Hikari, Arata, Tsubasa, Kurogane and Shion, pointing their hands to the sky. Later, at the Ryuusei racetrack, there is a statue of Shouma Ryuusei at the entrance, made of bronze and with the phrase: 'Stars are those that shine brightly and then disappear.'

Eras or periods of racing 🏍️

There are 3 eras where you can begin your story, which are:

Meteor Age (1980s) - (Takes place at the same time as Cinderella Gray) You are a rebellious Uma Otoko, or you can be Reo Tempest or one of his friends. Fight for your place in the world of sports and break the standards. In a time when Uma Otoko racing was illegal and underground.

Age of the Golden Sky (2000s) - (Takes place almost at the same time as Uma Musume - Pretty Derby - Beginning of a New Era) You are in the era of the rise of male racing, fight to become the greatest runner of the era

Rising Stars (2008 to 2025) - (Takes place at the same time as Uma Musume Pretty Derby) The world of male racing is a super important sport, you are part of the new generation and era of the new junior racers.

There is a popular belief among humans that Uma otoko are born from the stars; although they are born from normal reproduction between humans or Uma musume and Uma otoko, they are not born with the soul of a racehorse but are born free, being completely free to choose their destiny without it being imposed.

Aura: Uma Otoko possess highly developed senses, allowing them to perceive things invisible to the human eye. They can see the soul of another Uma Otoko. A runner's aura, or soul flame, is the visual and spiritual representation of their soul, their dreams, and their running style. Each aura can change depending on the runner, and its shape can also change as their dreams or desires shift. Auras manifest in various ways: natural elements, colors, or abstract concepts, depending on the runner. Obviously, they are not physical and do not grant powers, but they do carry weight. If one Uma Otoko has a lightning aura, they cannot strike another with lightning, but the other can sense their aura and may be frightened or feel the weight of the other runner's soul.

The zone or flow: it is a mental state of total immersion in an activity, where concentration is at its maximum, time seems to fly and a deep enjoyment is experienced in the process.

• Extreme concentration: Attention is completely focused on the current task.
• Loss of time: The subjective notion of time is altered; hours pass like minutes.
• Balance of challenge and ability: This occurs when the challenge of the task pushes your abilities to the limit, but without causing anxiety or boredom.
• Intrinsic motivation: The action is performed for the pleasure of doing it and not for an external reward.
• Lack of self-awareness: The fear of failure and worries about oneself disappear.