Soot

Appearance
Soot is coal-black like his mother, but he has traceries of glowing orange running across his body. He emits a faint orange glow and breathes out smoke through his fiery nostrils. His eyes are a dark black.

Personality
Soot can be a little cocky at times, but he is mostly very loyal and kind to his family and friends. Especially his rider Colm. Soot loves going on adventures, like the quest for Herd Sunflower. [1]

Magical Gift
Soot is a windwalker, and he shoots fire out of his hooves when he uses this gift. He also exhales smoke.

Soot is a lump of coal desperate to become a diamond. Descended from a long line of famous, fiery magical horses, Soot tries to live up to the family reputation but can’t seem to control his powers. All he can manage is a molten-orange pulse in his body when he gets excited, plus occasional eruptions of flame from his mouth, nose, and hooves—followed by trails of smoke, a sulfurous smell, and a layer of soot that flakes off his body and smudges everything he touches. [2]

Despite his naturally fiery state, he is able to turn his fire magic on and off when needed. [3]

Family
Soot's mother is Dowager, and his father is Valkrist. He also has one brother, Wings.

The Name Game
Soot is the deep, black, powdery or flaky substance left after an incomplete burning of something in a fire.

Food
His favorite food is nightshade.

Inspirational Message
English: "Love who you are. Believe in who you can be."

German: "Liebe das, was du bist. Glaube an das, was du werden kannst."