Buckskin
Wild Horse| Type | Wild Horse |
| Location | Central Hyrule |
| Speed | 4/5 |
| Pull | 3/5 |
| Stamina | 3/5 |
| Temperament | gentle |
| Can Register | Yes |
| Customizable | Yes |
Buckskin
About Buckskin
A warm golden-tan horse with a dark dorsal stripe running along its spine and dark legs — a classic buckskin pattern. The Buckskin is a dependable mid-tier horse found throughout Central Hyrule's grassy plains. It has above-average speed for a horse of its pull rating, making it a practical choice for players who want a capable general-purpose mount without chasing rarer variants.
Where to Find Buckskin
Detailed Location
Grazing fields north and south of Hyrule Castle Town ruins, near the Lookout Landing approach, and in the West Necluda plains. Common in herds of 4–7. Coordinates approximately (-200, -600, 50).
How to Tame Buckskin
1
Approach from behind at crouch speed — Buckskins are among the least skittish wild horses.
2
Soothe 3 times. Gentle temperament means minimal stamina drain.
3
Register at Riverside Stable, Outskirt Stable, or Lookout Landing.
Unique Traits
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Above-average speed for its pull tier
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Gentle temperament means faster initial bonding
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Classic buckskin coloring with dorsal stripe detail
Tips & Advice
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The Buckskin is an excellent "daily driver" horse — easy to bond, good speed, and handles all terrain.
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Feed Apples daily at the stable to maximize bond level quickly.
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Customize with a Speed Saddle from Pony Points to push this horse to near-maximum velocity.
Stats
Speed
4/5
Pull (Strength)
3/5
Stamina (Spurs)
3/5
Temperament
gentle
Can Register
Yes
Customizable
Yes — all gear
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