Difference between revisions of "Ryshadium"

Ryshadium are a subspecies or breed of horse on [[Roshar]]. They are genetically distinct from other horses though they are still capable of mating with them.{{wob ref |2691}} The Ryshadium likely descended from horses that were brought to Roshar when humans first arrived.{{book ref|sa3|113}} They are often referred to as "the third shardShard" in addition to a [[Shardblade]] and [[Shardplate]].{{book ref|sa3|10}}

Ryshadium are significantly stronger than other warhorses. They can carry a shardbearerShardbearer in full plate demonstrating their enhanced strength and endurance. They are also faster than other horse breeds.{{book ref|sa1|13}}{{book ref|sa1|56}} They are strong enough to withstand a shardbearerShardbearer jumping into their saddle without any injury to themselves,{{book ref|sa1|13}} an action that would break the backs of most ordinary horses.{{book ref|sa3|26}}

While Ryshadium are useful in battle Shardbearers will sometimes fight unmounted so that they do not endanger their Ryshadium in close attacks.{{book ref|sa1|56}}{{book ref|sa1|68}} Ryshadium are loyal to their riders, and will risk their lives to find and aid them. This is demonstrated when Dalinar's Ryshadium Gallant runs to look for him during the battle[[Battle atof the towerTower]].{{book ref|sa1|68}}