Riverton

The Equestrian Center hosts daily competitions across four disciplines: Dressage, Racing, Showing, and Jumping. A fresh set of competitions opens every day and results are posted the following morning.

If a competition fills up (4+ players), a new Heat of the same type and level automatically opens so no one is turned away. Heats are labelled Heat 2, Heat 3, etc. These still count in the same category, just a different instance.

There is always a small chance your horse comes out of a competition injured. Horses with higher neuroticism or reactivity are slightly more prone to injury. An injured horse cannot be entered in competitions until they have recovered, either in a Veterinary Clinic player-owned Facility or with a First Aid Kit.

Competition Requirements

To be eligible, a horse must:

• Be available (not working at a facility, not already in a competition, and not injured),
• Have health above 50 and mood above 50, and
• Be at the correct career level for that competition, either Rookie or Pro.

Each horse costs either one Competition Entry Ticket, which can be purchased from the Bazaar, or $500 to enter. Tickets are prioritized and used first if you have them.

You may enter up to 3 horses into a single competition, and you can withdraw your horse(s) before midnight. No refund is issued for withdrawals.

Competition Types

Dressage, often referred to as "horse ballet," is a discipline focused on the harmonious relationship between horse and rider through precision, grace, and fluid movements. This competition emphasizes the horse's training, obedience, and ability to execute a series of tests which increase in complexity as the levels progress. Riders aim to showcase the horse's natural athleticism and responsiveness, as well as their own technical skill, while adhering to strict standards of posture, control, and subtlety in their cues. Dressage is judged based on the accuracy, elegance, and ease with which the horse performs each movement, highlighting the artistry and discipline of the sport.¹

Racing is highly competitive, where horses compete to cross the finish line first over varying distances and track surfaces. Often regarded as one of the oldest sports, it comes in various forms, including flat racing, steeplechase, and harness racing, each with its own rules and challenges. ² Racing competitions display a track condition at the time of registration, reflecting the state of the ground on race day.

A horse with high endurance and agility will perform relatively better in soft, muddy, or heavy conditions compared to a pure speed horse. Fast and good tracks are the most common; heavy tracks are rare. Track condition has no effect on Dressage, Showing, or Jumping competitions.

Show jumping is a dynamic sport where horse and rider must navigate a course of jumps within a set time limit while avoiding penalties for faults. The course is designed with various obstacles, including verticals, oxers, and combinations, that test the horse's agility, power, and ability to judge distances. Riders must demonstrate precision and skill in guiding their horse through the jumps, maintaining rhythm and balance, and effectively communicating to ensure clear rounds. Scoring is determined by faults incurred, such as knocking down poles or refusals, and often includes a timed component, rewarding speed and efficiency. Show jumping combines athleticism and strategic planning, making it a thrilling and competitive discipline.³

Showing encompasses a wide range of tests designed to evaluate the horse's conformation, movement, and overall suitability for its intended purpose. Horses are judged on physical attributes and grooming, as well as assess the horse's manners, way of going, and responsiveness. Judges evaluate factors such as balance, temperament, and presentation, rewarding horses and riders who demonstrate superior performance and adherence to the standards of the class. Horse showing celebrates both the aesthetics and functionality of equine excellence.⁴

How Results Work

Competitions use different sets of skills depending on the type of competition:

• Dressage uses intelligence, temperament, and reactivity.
• Jumping uses agility, intelligence, and reactivity.
• Racing prioritizes speed, endurance, and agility.
• Showing uses reactivity, temperament, and intelligence.

Personality traits like agreeableness, extroversion, and how well your horse gets along with people and other animals all play a small but meaningful role. Horses with higher neuroticism or reactivity are slightly more prone to injury.

Winnings

Prizes must be manually claimed from the results card on the competition page. They will only appear the day after the competition runs and will be considered forfeit if not collected by then. However, the record will still stand and go on your horse's career stats.

• 1st place: $2,500
• 2nd place: $1,500
• 3rd place: $500

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