#004 | Poseidon | Heavy | Stallion

ID: #004
Name: Poseidon
Meaning: God of the sea, earthquakes, storms and horses
Nickname: “The Don”
Stable:  Sleipnir's Rest
Breed: The-SeaSouls by Tattered-Dreams 
Design Sheet: Seasoul Imports - #004  
Age: 6
Height: 17hh
Type: Heavy
Colour: Bay-based Dapple Grey
Sea Base: Night Blue
SoulFish: Black Phantom Tetra
Anomalies: WaveBrindle [Heterozygous]
Eye Colour: Brown
Gender: Stallion
Genotype: M^Nm/Ee/AA/Gg/SfSf/nWb
Bloodlines: N/A: Starter
Personality: A very serious stallion, The Don does not play games or do things by halves. He becomes frustrated when learning something new if he isn’t able to pick it up quickly, and becomes stroppy if he’s told off. He responds much better to positive reinforcement, and though he is not the affectionate type, he will demand praise or treats if he’s done something he thinks is worth it. Like most stallions, he does not get on well with other males, though he will tolerate geldings so long as there are no mares around. The only time he is particularly charming is when there’s a mare in the picture, and he will flirt mercilessly and it can be difficult to pull him away if the mare responds. He has a habit of barging when going through doorways or into boxes, so needs some work in this area. He will also nibble pockets if he can smell treats, and has been known to bite holes in things to get at food. He needs a firm handler who is not intimidated by his moods, and can work him to the best of his ability. 
The tetra fish - seemingly knowing there were no repercussions for his behaviour - is bullish and aggressive, and will follow anyone who gets close and warn them off by twisting and catching the light with his reflective blue scales and fanning his fins. When tending to Don’s mane and tail, the tetra will swim into the water and attempt to (ineffectually) bite, and will become indignant when his attempts are ignored. His name changes on a daily basis, though typically it’s some variation on ‘Sharky’, ‘Terror’, or ‘Napoleon’ due to his apparent ‘little man’ complex. 
History: Born in captivity, Don has reportedly always been the less-than-playful type, even as a foal. Whether his pride is because he was pampered, because he feels entitled or simply because he’s a typical stallion is unclear. Either way, Don was a prime example of how a Seasoul stallion could be just as stubborn and majestic as the ocean itself. He was backed at the age of three, and while reluctant to do as he was told at first, he soon learned that he received much more admiration by working well than not at all. Currently he is a budding dressage and driving prospect, and with his willingness to work and forward momentum, he may well be a decent eventer.

Earnings
+5 - reference [this image]
+13 - Poseidon - Seasoul Auction Bid - Import 004 
------ +3 full body
------ +2 coloured
------ +1 cell shaded
------ +2 full body handler
------ +1 ground handler
------ +1 groundwork training
------ +1 story 100-400 words
TOTAL: 18 IC