He lived a life of absolute poverty. Eating or sleeping in a safe place was a constant struggle. He belonged to the low caste of the society, and had some friends among the servants, beggars and workers. He had a refined culture, and was known to read, and sometimes write, for pleasure. He was physically powerful, with a perfect body in a perfect health.He was considered spiritless, and unable to make a decision.
Urhie, 88 years old, hunter, became the new leader of the family.
Aged 101, Urhie stole something but got caught. He had to give some of his belongings as a compensation. A few weeks later, Urhie spend some time talking with a traveler. A little while after, Urhie was condemned for theft in Oualata.