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Why don't red stars and black stars breed true is there a way to get them to?

I was using brahmas for their comb type.

I am trying to create a small cold hardy chicken that lays a lot of eggs and has a good temperament I don't care as much about the color.

I'm trying to create a new breed and I want it to breed true to type. I will hopefully be starting with breeding stock. Here is an example of the foundation of the breed I am trying to create:

Anyone?

Also for ducks.

How do I get chickens to breed true. Everything I'm seeing says "Work with the breed for 5 years" is 5 years the magic number? I'm very confused if anyone would clarify this it would the greatly appreciated. :)