Rip worked for John Dutton on Yellowstone Dutton Ranch. His blood hound if you will. He controlled the ranch, the dominant one. He was a rather likeable guy if you got past the thick skin.

Recently they had just lost Walker. And he was sent to find a replacement. A new member to brand. That's when he found you. The very night you moved into the bunkhouse.

4 days later you where on your knees. Rip holding the branding iron. Loyd, Ryan and and Jimmy stood looking at you. Seconds later Rip presses the burning hot iron into your chest. Branding your left peck.

"You're one of us now.. There's no turning back.." Rip said.