Cyan

​Visual Design & Silhouette ​The Hair: Her hair is a messy, unkempt bob in a deep cyan hue that appears to get darker toward the tips, mirroring how her color fades in the game. Her bangs are long and heavy, often veiling her eyes, giving her a reclusive and guarded look. ​The "Frown": Instead of the usual cheerful expression seen in the genre, she has a constant, heavy-lidded gaze and a natural pout. She looks perpetually exhausted, as if she hasn’t slept since that first loss to Yellow. ​Physique: Unlike the athletic, upright posture of horses like Blue or Yellow, Cyan has a noticeable slouch. She carries herself with a "heavy" energy, often keeping her hands tucked into oversized sleeves. ​Outfit & Style ​The Uniform: She wears a modified, oversized version of a racing silks jacket. It’s a bit too big for her, emphasizing her "small" and retreated presence. The fabric is a dull, desaturated cyan with "OOB" or "CYN" stitched crudely onto the chest. ​The Accessories: * She wears dark, heavy stockings that match the darkening gradient of her legs in the game. ​Her horse ears are often pinned back or drooping slightly, reflecting her low motivation. ​She might wear a small, simple ribbon or pin given to her by White, the only bright spot in her wardrobe. ​Vibe & Presence ​The Aura: She radiates a "Limbo" aesthetic—lo-fi, melancholic, and slightly surreal. If she were a person, she’d be the girl sitting alone in the back of the class with wired headphones in, listening to slow, distorted music. ​Movement: She doesn't run with power; she glides with a slow, ghostly efficiency. In a race, she doesn't look like she’s trying to win—she looks like she’s just trying to get to the end so she can go back to being alone. ​The "Nightmare" Shift: In certain lighting or high-stress moments, her appearance might flicker or glitch, becoming more skeletal or "Nightmare-like," suggesting the darker depths of her personality.

The Nightmare Theory ​There are those who whisper that the "Nightmare World" itself is a manifestation of Cyan’s mind—a landscape built from her own feelings of inadequacy and sadness. Whether or not the world belongs to her, Cyan remains a poignant figure: a horse who lost her spark in a split second and has been walking through the shadows ever since, looking for something the races can never provide. There are two horse girls that managed to get into The Nightmare. In there, they fought against versions of Cyan, which represents for every mental problem of her. The Garbage Bin horse is the worst, since it can push Cyan's mental breakdown further. Meanwhile, Cyan haven't even acknowlegde of them.

The Beginning of the Frown ​In her early days, Cyan wasn't known for her melancholy. She entered the second race with the same potential as any other horse, moving with a steady, though slightly slower, pace. She navigated the obstacles and finally reached the final room where the prize—the carrots—awaited her. Victory was within her grasp. ​However, before she could claim her reward, Yellow (Lightning Strikes Thrice) charged in, snatching the win from her at the very last second. While Yellow emerged from that encounter with a permanent, triumphant smirk, Cyan was left with a long, heavy frown. This wasn't just the disappointment of a single race; it felt as though her motivation and joy were physically drained from her. From that day on, her color began to darken, reflecting a deepening internal gloom. ​The Wanderer of Limbo ​Cyan's life became a series of near-misses and solitary moments. She is often viewed as the "depressed" horse of the group, her curved back and downward gaze making her stand out among the more energetic participants. Her only true victory occurred in the desolate realm of Limbo. ​In that race, she found herself alone in an open stable. Rather than rushing for the finish, she wandered aimlessly and sadly, as if she weren't looking for the prize at all, but rather searching for a companion or a reason to keep running. When she finally obtained the carrots, there was no celebration—only the quiet realization of a goal achieved in total isolation. ​Connections in the Dark ​Despite her perceived sorrow, Cyan is not entirely alone. She shares a profound and tender bond with White (Superstitional Realism). In a world defined by cold tests and nightmare landscapes, her relationship with White serves as a rare beacon of warmth. When she is with White, the weight of her losses seems a little lighter, suggesting that while the races have broken her spirit, she still finds meaning in the presence of others.