Nemain
The Nemain is a magic horse breed that is available in Star Stable Online.
Timeline
| Date | Development |
|---|---|
| October 4, 2022 | A teaser video of the Nemain is teased on SSO's social media accounts. A release date of October 19th is given at this time.[1] |
| October 10, 2022 | The Nemain is teased in the trailer for the 2022 Halloween event. It appears in a few scenes.[2] |
| October 11, 2022 | The Nemain is teased in a trailer on SSO's social media accounts. [3] |
| October 19, 2022 | The Nemain is released during the Halloween event for a limited time of three weeks.[4] |
| October 18, 2023 | The Nemain is added to the game for a limited time during the Halloween event.[5] |
Description
"Nemain is the sister of Galloper's mare. The pair's origins and magic are shrouded in mystery. It is said that they came from east of the Jor Mountains, but truth is often forgotten when legends are born. Perhaps this Halloween you will uncover the secrets of this spectral mare. Try not to lose your head over her!
Complete the ultimate Galloper Thompson costume with this ghostly horse! This magnificent Shire has two coats: obsidian black and a magical smoldering charcoal. She will keep the Halloween spirit alive all year in your stable! Will you be Galloper for a costume party, play a game of chase in Goldenleaf Forest with friends, or will you create a new legend? The choice is yours!"
Unique Features
Color Changing
The Nemain is a magical horse with the special ability to change colors. When the player presses the "h" key or the magic horse icon on the horse's character sheet, the horse will change from its neutral colors to its natural (magic) colors and vice versa. The horse will not change colors during races or while the player is unmounted.
The Lay Down
Note: The horse must reach level 7 to perform this move.
The Nemain can perform a special move called the Lay Down. The animation can be activated by pressing the spacebar, but only when standing still, otherwise the horse will jump instead of performing the move.
Feathers
The Nemain sports heavy feathering on its legs. This long hair covering the horses' cannon and fetlock means that the Nemain cannot wear leg wraps or open-front boots in the game.
Colors, Pricing, and Location
The Nemain is sold for 900 SC and can be purchased during Halloween in the Galloper's Keep. It comes in one variation.
Note: This horse is released for limited periods of time and is not always in the game.
- Natural color: Black igneous rock body, with lava mane, feathers, and tail.
- Neutral color: Black
Trivia
- The Nemain uses the G3 Shire model.
- The Nemain was released as a pair with Laverna.
- The Nemain, like most other Magic Horses, cannot have its hairstyle changed.
- In Irish mythology, Nemain is a goddess that represents the chaos of war. She is one of the three Morrigan sisters.
- The Nemain appears nearly identical to Galloper Thompson's Horse and appears to be an updated version of the Halloween Whinfell.
- While the Nemain is described as female within the in-game description, players can still choose to label the horse as a gelding or stallion in the customization settings.
References
- ↑ @starstableonline. “The fire is blazing and the sound of hooves is thundering. Keep your eyes open if you dare! 🧡 Save the date for Nemain: October 19th. #SSOHalloween.” Instagram video, October 4, 2022. Accessed October 12, 2022. https://www.instagram.com/p/CjSrb4rMo18/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link.
- ↑ Star Stable, “Halloween 2022! | Official Trailer,” Oct 10, 2022, Trailer, 0:16, https://youtu.be/r2oXyixaw6k.
- ↑ Star Stable Online, “Galloper's Keep will soon appear once more,” Instagram, October 11, 2022, Accessed October 19, 2022, https://www.instagram.com/p/Cjks_rCs088/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link.
- ↑ "Haunting horses descend upon Galloper’s Keep" Star Stable. Star Stable Entertainment, October 19, 2022. https://www.starstable.com/en/article/12856
- ↑ "Bewitching Horses!" Star Stable. Star Stable Entertainment, October 18, 2023. https://www.starstable.com/en/article/13829.