Dartmoor Pony
The Dartmoor Pony is a pony breed that is available in Star Stable Online.
Timeline
| Date | Development |
|---|---|
| April 20, 2023 | An announcement on Star Stable's Instagram Story confirms that a Generation 3 Dartmoor Pony is on the way. They are set to be released in Fall 2023.[1] |
| May 22, 2023 | A teaser image posted on SSO's Instagram reveals seven color variations for the Dartmoor Pony.[2] |
| August 15, 2023 | A short video revealing the Dartmoor Pony's special move is released on SSO's social media. The post also announces a release date of September 2023.[3] |
| August 29, 2023 | A trailer of the Dartmoor Pony is dropped on SSO's social media accounts.[4] A release date of September 6th is given at this time.[5] |
| September 6, 2023 | Seven variations of the Dartmoor Pony are added to the game.[6] |
| October 6, 2023 | A variation of the Dartmoor Pony that is already in the game is added to the Star Stable Horses app.[7] |
Description
“Originating in the rough moorlands of Devon, England, the Dartmoor pony is a reliable riding companion with a plucky spirit.
The treacherous weather of the moors shaped the Dartmoor up to be a pint-sized powerhouse, with endurance and a serene temperament.
Prehistoric tombs indicate the Dartmoor has been roaming the craggy moors since ancient times, but it wasn’t until the mid-20th century that the Winterwells imported the breed to Jorvik to join their Welsh ponies.
With a compact yet hardy build, the Dartmoor has a history of being used in rugged labor such as mining. It might be surprising to learn that it is also an excellent competitor in the hunter/jumper and dressage rings, and is also a natural choice for pleasure riders.
Be sure to take your new friend to Charles' pony champ!”
Unique Features
The Wave
Note: The horse must reach level 7 to perform this move.
The Dartmoor can perform a special move called the Wave. The animation can be activated by pressing the spacebar, but only when standing still (in idle animation).
Tack
The Dartmoor can wear the following tack.
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Hairstyles
Eight hairstyles can be purchased for the Dartmoor at the Horse Stylist.
Default
Roached
Cropped
Button Braids
Short
Braids
Long
Long with Beard
- Default
- Roached
- Cropped
- Button Braids
- Short
- Braids
- Long
- Long with beard
Colors, Pricing, and Location
Bay
Bay Pangaré
Black
Dapple Dark Bay Pangaré
Light Grey
Red Roan
Seal Brown
The Dartmoor pony costs 850 SC. The seven variations can be found in the following locations:
Note: Horses Sold at Moorland Stable can be purchased by level 1 players.
- Bay - Steve's Farm
- Bay Pangaré - Steve's Farm
- Black - Steve's Farm
- Dapple Dark Bay Pangaré - Moorland Stable/Steve's Farm
- Light Grey - Steve's Farm
- Red Roan - Steve's Farm
- Seal Brown - Steve's Farm
Star Stable Horses
A version of the Dartmoor Pony that was already in Star Stable Online was added to Star Stable Horses. The fully raised foal can be bought for 850 SC.
- Red Roan
Red Roan
Trivia
- According to SSO's Instagram, the top three most purchased coats during the first day of release were the Dapple Seal Brown, Light Grey, and Seal Brown.[8]
- In reality, Dartmoor Ponies come in six coat colors which consist of bay, brown, black, grey, chestnut and roan. Pinto and other patterns are not allowed.[9][10]
References
- ↑ Krittlez, Screenshot 20230420 063733 Instagram.png, April 20, 2023, screenshot, Instagram, File:Screenshot 20230420 063733 Instagram.png Star Stable Wiki | https://starstable.wiki.gg/wiki/File:Screenshot_20230420_063733_Instagram.png.
- ↑ Star Stable, “A few weeks ago, we posted a story asking for your thoughts on the Dartmoor pony.” Instagram, May 22, 2023, accessed June 11, 2023, https://www.instagram.com/p/Csi3Gmcu6-F/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link.
- ↑ >@starstableonline. “The superb Dartmoor Pony will soon be ready to challenge all the other ponies on Jorvik.” Instagram video, August 15, 2023, accessed August 19, 2023, https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cv90u2Cswsp/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link.
- ↑ Star Stable, “The Dartmoor Pony! ✨ | Star Stable Horses,” August 29, 2023, Trailer, https://youtu.be/3-973FuwiEs?si=fW5bNVCpyXYQQR5T.
- ↑ >@starstableonline. “The Dartmoor Pony is soon ready to join our little pony family!” Instagram video, August 29, 2023, accessed August 29, 2023, https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cwh4ArutWJ3/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==.
- ↑ "Let’s celebrate 12 years of magic!" Star Stable. Star Stable Entertainment, September 6, 2023. https://www.starstable.com/en/article/13729.
- ↑ Star Stable Online, “Hey StarFam! ⭐ A new coat color of our Dartmoor Pony has arrived in our Star Stable Horses app!” Instagram, October 6, 2023, accessed November 12, 2023, https://www.instagram.com/p/CyDu40FOVtX/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link.
- ↑ Star Stable Online, “Top 3 Dartmoor Pony coat colors! 🎉😍” Instagram, September 12, 2023, accessed January 20, 2024, https://www.instagram.com/p/CxF7wfrsCfA/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link.
- ↑ Wikipedia, s.v. “Dartmoor pony: Breed characteristics,” last modified August 16, 2023 08:52, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dartmoor_pony#Breed_characteristics.
- ↑ "The Breed Standard of the Dartmoor Pony." Dartmoor Pony Society of America. Accessed August 19, 2023. https://dartmoorpony.org/breed-standard/.
