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Breed Standard
The Silvan Horse, also called the Silvan Strider or the Silvanar Horse, is a breed revered for its majestic and captivating presence, embodying a harmonious blend of elegance, strength, and robustness. Bred with meticulous care and centuries of selective breeding, Silvan Horses are known for their exceptional willingness and trainability, making them ideal companions for skilled riders and knights alike.
The conformation of a Silvan is truly a sight to behold. With a well-proportioned body, they boast a strong and powerful back that supports their athletic movement. Their shoulders and hindquarters exhibit a perfect balance, allowing for fluid and graceful strides. Strong and well-muscled limbs further enhance their impressive physique, providing the foundation for their remarkable strength and endurance.
Standing proudly at an average height of 15.3 to 17.1 hands (63 to 69 inches, 160 to 175 cm), Silvan Horses are neither towering nor diminutive, striking a perfect balance that accommodates riders of various statures. Despite their impressive size, they maintain an air of elegance and refinement that adds to their regal charm.
As a testament to their versatility and adaptability, Silvan Horses can be found in various roles, from noble companions in grand parades to esteemed mounts on the battlefield. Their allure, combined with their exceptional traits and conformation, has made them a symbol of grace, power, and prestige in the realm of horses.
Colors
The majority of Silvans are chestnut based, but black and bay both exist as well. There is a superstition that black horses are unlucky and the color has been largely bred out, but on occasion they still crop up.
Gray is in the breed, but not common as it's not especially desirable. Cream is very common, and in the second age, pearl developed as well. Excessive white is discouraged and paint genes do not exist in the breed, except for roan. However, stars are very common and encouraged. Two hundred years ago, a gene appeared dubbed "god's eye" in which the horse's eyes are a golden or yellow shade, separate from the coat genes. There are three lines that exist with this gene now and all descend from the same mare who first developed it.
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