Red Chestnut
Wild Horse| Type | Wild Horse |
| Location | West Necluda / Akkala |
| Speed | 4/5 |
| Pull | 2/5 |
| Stamina | 4/5 |
| Temperament | gentle |
| Can Register | Yes |
| Customizable | Yes |
Red Chestnut
About Red Chestnut
A deep red-brown chestnut horse with a matching reddish mane and tail. The Red Chestnut is a speed-focused wild variant found in the open plains of West Necluda and the Akkala Highlands. Experienced riders favor it as a fast courier mount — its 4-star speed lets it cover ground quickly while its gentle nature makes training fast.
Where to Find Red Chestnut
Detailed Location
Open grasslands between Dueling Peaks Stable and Hateno Village, and the lower Akkala hillsides near East Akkala Stable. Herds of 3–5 are common at dawn. Coordinates approximately (1800, -1200, 120).
How to Tame Red Chestnut
1
Standard rear approach with crouch. Red Chestnuts have moderate awareness.
2
Soothe 3–4 times — balanced temperament, no surprises.
3
Register at Dueling Peaks Stable or East Akkala Stable.
Unique Traits
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High speed-to-stamina ratio for a wild horse
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Chestnut coat is visually warm — distinctive against green plains
•
Pairs well with red or brown cosmetic gear
Tips & Advice
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Best used as a fast travel horse between stable waypoints.
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Pair with a Speed Saddle for near-maximum velocity on flat terrain.
•
Feed Endura Carrots to push stamina into overdrive for mountain roads.
Stats
Speed
4/5
Pull (Strength)
2/5
Stamina (Spurs)
4/5
Temperament
gentle
Can Register
Yes
Customizable
Yes — all gear
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