The Miqo'te are a tribal race but only the Seekers of the Sun are, I believe they are split into 26 different tribes named after animals don't quote me on that though, the Keepers of the Moon are a more solitary race, the max families together if I read the lore correctly is only 2-3-4 max. I will edit this post I can't read your story extensively just yet I'm in the middle of something, I will get back to it though.
Without gripping the sword, I cannot protect you. While gripping the sword, I cannot embrace you.