Behzad is the fleet-footed, raven-black battle charger originally belonging to the Iranian commander Zarir. Following Zarir's death, King Goshtasp bestowed Behzad upon Zarir's son Bastur to ride into battle for vengeance. After Esfandiyar slew Bidarafsh, Behzad was triumphantly recovered and brought back to King Goshtasp.