Why are the infinity Nikki horses built like that?

Building on my initial shock about the Infinity Nikki horses, I've had more time to really scrutinize their design, and honestly, the more I look, the more questions I have! When I first encountered them in the grassy field, my mind immediately went to their unusual leg structure. It's almost as if they're perpetually posing for a high-fashion shoot, with those 'unachievable lady horse back legs' the original post mentioned. It makes them look less like majestic steeds and more like caricatures. And can we talk about their facial appearance? One of them, with its slightly bulging eyes and peculiar snout, immediately reminded me of Manny from Ice Age, which honestly just adds to the overall goofiness. I appreciate unique character designs, but these horses push the boundaries of what I expected from a visually stunning game like Infinity Nikki. Are they supposed to be fantastical, or is there an artistic choice I'm completely missing? It makes me wonder if other players feel the same way about their perceived goofiness. This whole horse situation got me thinking about the other animals in Infinity Nikki. While the discussion often centers on the horses, I've seen searches for 'Infinity Nikki deer' too. It makes me curious if players are wondering about other creatures in the game world. Are there deer, and if so, do they share the same kind of distinct, perhaps unconventional, design philosophy? If you've encountered them, what are your thoughts? Are they as striking or as 'bothersome' as the horses? Personally, I'd love to see a more varied range of animal designs that perhaps lean into different aesthetic styles within the game, rather than just this one hyper-stylized look that seems to be applied across the board. It would be interesting to see majestic, realistic wildlife contrasted with these more fantastical elements. Imagine if some animals were incredibly graceful, while others maintained that quirky charm. It could add another layer of depth to the world-building. What other animals have you spotted, and what's your take on their appearance? Perhaps there's a hidden gem of animal design I haven't stumbled upon yet! It truly impacts immersion when you're in a seemingly beautiful, high-fantasy setting, and then suddenly you're confronted with an animal design that pulls you out of it. It’s not necessarily a bad thing, as it creates a talking point, but it does make one pause and wonder about the creative direction. From a game design perspective, such distinctive choices are often made to be memorable, and in that, they've certainly succeeded! But it raises the question: what kind of emotional response are they aiming for? Amusement? Bewilderment? I've seen other games where animal models are either hyper-realistic or completely abstract, but Infinity Nikki's horses seem to exist in a humorous middle ground. Perhaps there's a charming story behind why these animals look the way they do, hidden within the game’s lore that I haven't uncovered yet. If you know of any in-game explanations, please share! Let's keep the conversation going about all the fascinating (and sometimes baffling!) creatures we encounter in Infinity Nikki!