PLEASE NOTE: I made these fan redesigns before SSO released or teased any of their magic Gen 3 Shires. This can be corroborated on my Instagram account.
All of my old Whinfell redesigns together. This was the project that first got me into redesigning and conceptualizing SSO horse breeds. I think there are some elements I probably would have changed had I worked on these today, but I'm still very proud of how the finished concept turned out as a collaborative project between my clubmates and I.
Which one was your favorite?
Zala: Clouded Crimson moth to chestnut-based fleabitten grey
Ouranos: Pompelon Marginata moth to smoky black roan
Fayruz: Comostola Laesaria moth to silver bay
Tanzi: Gold moth to palomino roan
Enfys: Mother of Pearl moth to mushroom
Corcráin: Purple-Bordered Gold moth to dunksin roan
Azahar: Painted Lichen moth to flaxen black chestnut
Individual posts of the Whinfell redesigns: [1] [2] [3] [4] [5] [6] [7]
Original Lore Post: Here
Lore Transcript:
"Magic Horses on Jorvik are creatures of stories and folklore. As the tales are passed down over the ages, the legends of these horses have been kept alive…
The Whinfell are said to be spirits of growth and fertility. During the spring and times of harvest, these pollinating horses run through Jorvik, dropping iridescent scales from their fur that nurture and greatly enhance the growing power of any foliage they may land on.
This power also extends to the feathered fetlocks of the Whinfell which are a sight to behold, and Jorvegian folklore describes them as having the power to make crops flourish overnight. All it takes is for a Whinfell to gallop across a field of growing produce, and by the next day, the plants will have grown to fruition.
Some legends say these powerful creatures are commonly used as mounts for faeries who braid their manes into tiny stirrups and reins, and ride the Whinfell throughout the night, assisting them on their fruitful runs through the forests and fields. Should a human be so lucky to befriend a Whinfell, they must take great care not to undo the braids within its mane, lest they bring about the wrath of the fae.
While typically wary of humans, the Whinfell makes an excellent companion once their trust is gained. However, riders should steer clear of cities and brightly lit roads at night. The Whinfell are inexplicably drawn to artificial lights and can become so entranced in their glow, they may forget to watch where they are going!
Whether in their true magical colors or in disguise, they ride just like the Shires they resemble."
What do you mean this account about a horse game needs to have horses? (ㆁ△ㆁ) (This blog has honestly just become a me blog lol.)
Anyway, here's this quick painting I did today (technically, yesterday) since I just got this baby and found the perfect reference photo by Kat from First Draught Farm since I was getting around to completing the new medieval camp quests.
Pictures I Took Today of My 7 Whinfells and 3 Nixies in Star Stable
I GOT THE BLACK/RED AND BLUE NIXIES TODAY AFTER THINKING I HAD MISSED OUT ON THEM LIKE 3 YEARS AGO AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
I started playing SSO back in 2021 (late summer-early fall) and I am in love with learning about this game's history. I have a weird personal goal of getting as many old horses as I can before they're removed from the game. I absolutely adore the Whinfells (somewhere I have a drawing I did of them that I'll reblog this with since it's not on my computer from what I remember) and I love the Nixies.
I'm heartbroken that this will be the last time they'll be available and that new players won't have a chance to own them, but hey - maybe Star Stable will bring them back as the updated breeds' model? One can only hope 🙏
Oh, and my favorite horse out of the ones pictured here is the rainbow Whinfell. His name is Rainbowweaver and he was my first Whinfell. I love that guy.
