Dungeons & Dragons Draft Horse Miniature

This is a highly detailed miniature of a Draft Horse.

This model was created by Ella´s Arcanum who makes amazingly accurate models of Dungeons & Dragons creatures and is provided by Commercial License.

In Dungeons & Dragons, a Draft Horse is a type of creature classified as a beast, often used to represent the large, powerful horses bred for heavy labor in real-world history. Unlike the more nimble riding horses that adventurers might use for scouting or fast travel, Draft Horses are designed for strength and endurance rather than speed. They are ideal for pulling wagons, plows, or siege equipment, making them a valuable asset for adventuring parties that need to transport heavy loads or supplies. Their presence in the game emphasizes the role of mundane, practical animals in a fantasy setting, highlighting that not all creatures of interest to adventurers are magical or combat-oriented.

Mechanically, Draft Horses in D&D are described as Large beasts, which distinguishes them from the smaller riding horses that are usually Medium. Their statistics reflect their purpose: they have a high Strength score, allowing them to carry or pull impressive amounts of weight. This is balanced by a relatively low Dexterity and moderate Constitution, making them slower and less agile than lighter horses. Draft Horses typically have a movement speed of 40 feet, which is slightly slower than a riding horse but sufficient for overland travel while carrying cargo. They are not built for combat and have low Armor Class and hit points, meaning they can be injured easily in dangerous situations, but their strength makes them resilient in terms of endurance for hauling.

In role-playing terms, Draft Horses provide flavor and realism to a campaign. A caravan crossing a dangerous wilderness, a fortified settlement transporting grain, or a village plowing its fields all benefit from the inclusion of Draft Horses. They can also be part of creative scenarios, such as helping adventurers escape a collapsing bridge by pulling a cart quickly or serving as improvised shields when carrying injured allies. While they do not often engage in direct combat, clever players may find ways to utilize their sheer strength in environmental or tactical challenges. The Draft Horse, therefore, is not just a background detail; it represents the practical backbone of medieval-style logistics and provides opportunities for imaginative problem-solving in the game. Its inclusion reminds players that in Dungeons & Dragons, even ordinary beasts can have extraordinary utility when considered creatively.

42.24mm tall at 32mm scale.