critique wanted Snug Roll [WIP] - Color Scheme Critique Wanted

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I can see myself working on the colors for some time to come so there's a good chance I might make changes further down the road.

 

I've got two version so far:

 

   

 

Do note that this is specifically about the color scheme. The mane and tail are sure to be different from the final design but for the moment, it's just important that he looks at least somewhat professional.

 

Very importantly, the pony below is the son of the pony above:

 

It's kinda important that they do look like they could be closely related since his son took after pretty much nothing from his mother (not final design).

 

So, any thoughts?

Edited December 2, 2015 by Melanoma

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The one on the right looks more appealing to me. I'm not so sure on the silver mane and tail since he is already such a light-colored character.