Opal Broadwing

Breed name: Opal Broadwing

Bird inspiration: Nicobar Pigeon

Class: Broadwing

Subclass: Light

Overview
These pegs are rare and highly sought-after by performers and color enthusiasts alike. Often they are kept simply as the trophy of a herd for fear of dirtying or marring their beautiful coats. In their native region, they are given as expensive, lavish gifts between royalty and the upper class. Sometimes they are even given as a dowry. One of these beautiful pegasi is famously owned by legendary bandit Hennison “Scrubs” Foyer.

Coloration and Conformation
The majority of the opal's coat is a deep blue, sometimes so dark it almost looks black when not in direct sunlight. All feathers are at least somewhat irridescent, and the bright orange and yellow "mantle" at the shoulders and on the wings is one of the brightest seen on any known breed.

In addition, opals almost exclusively have a full crest, which can sometimes pose an inconvenience to their pilot while flying. The feathers in the crest are long and flexible, and require extra care and grooming to ensure they stay healthy.