Thunder

Appearance
Thunder is a night black stallion with a tint of blue. He has a wild black mane and tail that are cut jaggedly but always seem to be flowing from the wind of a storm. He has a white symbol on his left hind-quarters in the shape of a lightning bolt branching out. He has lots of feathering around his fetlocks and has a strong, muscular build to match his tough demeanor. His head and neck are quite broad, which match his large ears and constantly flared nostrils. His hooves are a dusty brown. If he stomps his hooves hard enough, lightning bolts shoot from them and storms wreak havoc. Wherever he goes, a raging thunderstorm follows. He has midnight black, cold eyes, and resembles a Friesian to a tee.

Personality
Thunder may be known for his courage, but he cares and protects those he loves with such intensity that almost no one dares attack him. [1] Sometimes he can suspicious of others and at times someone may have to earn his trust such as Conall. [2]

Thunder is also described as rough, strong, courageous, solitary, independent, passionate, and unpredictable. [3]

Thunder has been brave since he was born - he was born in a thunderstorm and took his first steps in the wind, rain, and lightning! Shortly thereafter, he was found by Bella and Sara, who were impressed enough to help him on his journey to becoming a legend. This has connected him with storms and lightning. He helped rebuild Herd Valeryk with Valeryk himself, and now helps rule over it with King Sleetmane and Queen Snowdreamer. He is also known as one of the four legendary horses. [4]

Magical Gift
Thunder is able to summon lightning from the sky, and when he stomps his hooves lightning bolts shoot from them. He has the ability to conjure wild storms and masters them with strength. He can give the gift of courage to humans. He is also a windwalker. [5]

Thunder's magic is visible in the lightning-shaped mark on his flank

Bella and the Herd Founders
Thunder was a filly in Bella's original herd before she was blessed by Sara, alongside Jewel, Nike, Fiona, Sunflower, Moonfairy, Starlight, Pantheon, Elemyn, and Mustang. This makes them all most likely distantly related. [6]

Blackcomb Lion
In the picture above Thunder is seen with his best friend, the Blackcomb Lion, named after it's habitat the Darkcomb forest, you can see the resemblance in the serious expressions and muscular builds of the two friends. The Blackcomb Lion is one of a kind and follows Thunder wherever he goes.

Fox
Thunder's closest animal friend is the fox.

Fiona
Thunder is closest to Fiona out of all the legendary horses. They even attended Bella's Ball together. Some speculate they may be romantically inclined, but this has never been proven, and is most likely not the case.

Tai and Thor
Aside from the other legendary horses, Thunder is also friends with Tai and Thor (the three of them like to race each other through storms). [7]

The Name Game
According to the dictionary, thunder is "a loud rumbling or crashing noise heard after a lightning flash due to the expansion of rapidly heated air."

Location
Thunder is located in Darkcomb Hedge, close to where Cabby brings you.

Food
His favorite food is spiceberry.

Adventures
Thunder's chibi code unlocks the adventure "Brushing Thunder" (translated, not the original title).

Inspirational Message
English: "I give you courage. Now you can release your fears."

German: "Ich gebe dir Mut. Lass deine Angst einfach los."

French: "Je te donne le courage. Libère-toi de tes peurs."

Merchandise
Thunder is featured in several Bella Sara products, such as the Bella Sara Book series, cards, and plushes. He is an extremely rare horse in most packs, and it can be hard to find him in most series!