the horses "floated free over a pole". at the beginning, they have the option to either start without any cash but five guns, or with some cash and a debt. he is also known for writing "21st century slaves" for national geographic. however, they took a step back when they finished 6–10 in the 1990 season. they were then told to attempt a landing. (a physical break in the telegraph line would have the same effect.) the practice ended in the 19th century, with the last ceremony having been in honor of queen emma. 