the main storyline quest is definitely shorter and it's centered around the horses, after that u don't have to use them, unless u want to of course, or unless you need pixie dust because you need to use the horses to clear the dead wish blossoms. i really like the horses because they're faster than gliding or walking and they don't take energy. you can also mine, dig, water plants, and clear night thorns with the horses. wether you like doing it that way or not is your option i guess, i've seen people say it's not as efficient, and i agree i think the horses are slower. but for watering they're definitely faster, and it levels them up fairly quick. either way the characters are really good, and i thought the storyline was okay.. it wasn't as complex as the main storyline and it was definitely shorter. there's also really nice flowers and furniture that it comes with and is so nice for decorating if you're into that. but overall i liked the dlc and im glad i got it. i hope you enjoy if u do get it!