Dark Chestnut
Wild Horse| Type | Wild Horse |
| Location | Eldin / Akkala Forests |
| Speed | 3/5 |
| Pull | 4/5 |
| Stamina | 4/5 |
| Temperament | wild |
| Can Register | Yes |
| Customizable | Yes |
Dark Chestnut
About Dark Chestnut
A very dark reddish-brown horse with a near-black mane and tail — the darkest natural chestnut variant. The Dark Chestnut is a rarer horse found in the forested edges of Eldin and Akkala. Its stats lean toward pull strength while maintaining decent speed, making it a practical workhorse. Its dark coloring makes it harder to spot at dusk.
Where to Find Dark Chestnut
Detailed Location
Woodland clearings east of Death Mountain, near the Akkala Ancient Tech Lab ruins, and the forested descent toward East Akkala Stable. Found solo or in pairs. Coordinates approximately (2400, -1800, 180).
How to Tame Dark Chestnut
1
Approach through the forest with crouch and stealth gear.
2
Use the trees for cover during the approach — Dark Chestnuts spook easily in open terrain.
3
Soothe 4–5 times.
4
Register at East Akkala Stable.
Unique Traits
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Near-black chestnut coloring — one of the darkest natural horse variants
•
Pull-speed balance useful for mixed terrain
•
Forest habitat makes it harder to spot and approach
Tips & Advice
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Search at dawn when light is low — its dark coat blends with shadows at dusk.
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The dark coloring pairs excellently with the Traveler's Bridle for a sleek aesthetic.
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Solid endurance horse for Akkala and Eldin exploration circuits.
Stats
Speed
3/5
Pull (Strength)
4/5
Stamina (Spurs)
4/5
Temperament
wild
Can Register
Yes
Customizable
Yes — all gear
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