> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://coincu.gitbook.io/defihorse/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://coincu.gitbook.io/defihorse/platform/nft-racehorses.md).

# NFT Racehorses

Horses, like real-life racehorses, have several characteristics that dictate their rarity, performance, cool-down period, and, ultimately, worth. They are unmistakably one-of-a-kind. A horse is a precious asset that allows you to compete in races and generate income.

Every NFT horse has a set of **visible and hidden characteristics**:

* Visible: Bloodline, Gender, Breed type, Coat color and racing cool-down
* Hidden: speed and stamina

Speed and stamina are key factors in winning a race. Speed and stamina can be estimated based on the appearance of the horse, its bloodline (parent genetics), and prior racing data.