Xanthos was sought.
Why would you do this?
personality/history reference to his own questioning of stealing Mirage.
What is the purpose of this charade?
Stop playing games, you silly fool.
Be true to what you are.
This whole stanza is reference to his lack of a shared hatred/sense of racism towards other species that the rest of his herd feels.
We are very much alike, you and I.
species reference, both unicorns
More so than you might know.
Can you feel my pale embrace, kissing your brow so gently?
appearance reference, white horn
Can you see yourself spiralling down to meet me at the bottom?
appearance reference, spiral horn
Why stain the earth with your blood as your dig for gold?
2x colour reference, earth for his coat, gold for his eyes.
There are better ways to achieve your goals.
You are pleasing to my eyes.
personality reference, straight from his profile, 'he aims to please people'
Even if all you do is dance a prehistoric jig.
appearance reference, primitive markings.