Complete guide to obtaining all mounts in Final Fantasy XIV

Introduction

Mounts in Final Fantasy XIV (FFXIV) are more than just a means of transportation—they’re a symbol of achievement, dedication, and sometimes, sheer luck. Whether you’re a new adventurer or a seasoned Warrior of Light, collecting mounts can be one of the most rewarding aspects of the game. As of Patch 7.2, FFXIV offers over 250 unique mounts, with new additions arriving regularly. This comprehensive guide will walk you through every method to obtain mounts in FFXIV, including tips, resources, and links to help you on your journey.

Mount Basics
Main Scenario and Quest Mounts
Extreme Trial and Raid Mounts
PvP Mounts
Achievement and Collectible Mounts
Beast Tribe and Tribal Quest Mounts
Gold Saucer Mounts
Crafted, Gathered, and Market Board Mounts
Deep Dungeon, Eureka, and Bozja Mounts
Island Sanctuary and Special Currency Mounts
Mog Station and Promotional Mounts
Seasonal and Limited-Time Mounts
Tips for Mount Collectors
Resources and Useful Links

Mount Basics

Mounts are unlocked account-wide after completing the main scenario quest The Company You Keep (level 20), which grants you your first mount, the Company Chocobo. You can summon mounts from your Mount Guide (Character > Mount Guide). Some mounts can fly, swim, or even carry passengers. Unlocking flying requires completing the main story in each expansion area and attuning to all Aether Currents.

Main Scenario and Quest Mounts

Your mount collection journey begins organically as you progress through the Main Scenario Quests (MSQ). These mounts are essential for navigating the world and are automatically obtained by simply playing through the story.

Company Chocobo: Complete My Little Chocobo quest at level 20.
Unicorn: Conjurer/White Mage quest at level 30.
Magitek Armor: Awarded during A Realm Reborn MSQ.
Manacutter: Obtained during Heavensward MSQ.
Yol: From Stormblood MSQ.
Skyslipper: From Shadowbringers MSQ.
Argos: From Endwalker MSQ.
Lunar Whale: From Dawntrail MSQ.

Some side quests and Grand Company ranks also reward unique mounts, such as the Storm Warsteed, Serpent Warsteed, and Flame Warsteed.

Extreme Trial and Raid Mounts

Extreme Trials

Each expansion features a set of "Extreme" trials that drop unique mounts. Collecting all mounts from a set often rewards a special mount.

Expansion	Mount Series	Examples (Drop)	Collection Reward
A Realm Reborn	Ponies	Aithon, Xanthos, Gullfaxi, etc.	Kirin
Heavensward	Lanners	Rose Lanner, White Lanner, etc.	Firebird
Stormblood	Kamuy Wolves	Blissful Kamuy, Lunar Kamuy, etc.	Kamuy of the Nine Tails
Shadowbringers	Gwibers	Fae Gwiber, Innocent Gwiber, etc.	Landerwaffe
Endwalker	Lynxes	Bluefeather Lynx, Sunforged Lynx, etc.	Legendary Lynx
Dawntrail	Phoenixes	New series, details TBA	TBA

Farming Tips:

Mounts can drop directly or be exchanged for totems (earned per clear).
Older content can be farmed unsynced for faster runs.
Use Party Finder to join or create mount farm groups.

Savage & Ultimate Raids

High-end raids offer some of the game's most prestigious mounts, such as Gordian Golem (Alexander), Arrhidaeus (Omega), Skyslipper (Eden), and unique mounts from Ultimate raids like Necromancer and Ultima.

PvP Mounts

PvP offers unique mounts as rewards for ranking up or completing achievements:

Series Malmstones: Earn series experience in PvP for seasonal mounts.
Crystalline Conflict: High-ranking players at season’s end earn exclusive mounts.
Frontline Achievements: Win a set number of matches for Grand Company-themed mounts.
Wolf Marks: Spend on mounts like Fenrir.

Check the PvP Rewards for current offerings.

Achievement and Collectible Mounts

Some mounts are tied to achievements, such as:

Astrope: Mentor Roulette achievements (2-seater).
Amaro: Level all jobs to 80.
Construct VII: Complete all Eureka content.
Gilded Mikoshi: Spend 20 million MGP at the Gold Saucer.
Triceratops: 2,000 S Rank Elite Marks killed.
Pteranodon: All Ishgardian Restoration crafters and gatherers at max points.

Check your Achievement List for progress.

Beast Tribe and Tribal Quest Mounts

Each expansion features Beast Tribes (now called Tribal Quests) that offer mounts for reaching max reputation. Examples include:

ARR: Laurel Goobbue, Cavalry Drake, Bomb Palanquin, etc.
Heavensward: Sanuwa, Kongamato, Cloud Mallow.
Stormblood: True Griffin, Mikoshi, Marid.
Shadowbringers: Great Vessel of Ronka, Rolling Tankard, Clionid.
Endwalker: Hippo Cart, Level Checker, Vinegaroon.
Dawntrail: Pelican, Mammoth, Serpent.

See Beast Tribe Mounts for a full list.

Gold Saucer Mounts

The Manderville Gold Saucer is home to several unique mounts, purchasable with MGP:

Fenrir: 1,000,000 MGP
Adamantoise: 200,000 MGP
Korpokkur Kolossus: 750,000 MGP
Sabotender Emperador: 2,000,000 MGP
Archon Throne: 750,000 MGP
Blackjack: 4,000,000 MGP

Earn MGP through mini-games, GATEs, and weekly challenges. Gold Saucer Mounts

Crafted, Gathered, and Market Board Mounts

Some mounts are crafted or gathered, and can be sold on the Market Board:

Flying Chair: Carpenter
Magicked Bed: Carpenter
Construct VII: Armorer
Magitek Avenger: Blacksmith
Wivre: Alchemist
Albino Karakul: Diadem sheep farming
Pegasus: Airship/Submarine ventures

If you're not a crafter, these can often be purchased from the Market Board, but be prepared for high prices!

Deep Dungeon, Eureka, and Bozja Mounts

Deep Dungeons

Night Pegasus Whistle: Palace of the Dead
Dodo Horn: Heaven-on-High
Orthos Craklaw: Eureka Orthos

Eureka & Bozja

Eldthurs Horn: Eureka Pyros lockboxes
Tyrannosaur Horn: Eureka Hydatos lockboxes
Demi-Ozma: The Baldesion Arsenal
Gabriel α: Delubrum Reginae
Deinonychus: Zadnor lockboxes

Island Sanctuary and Special Currency Mounts

The Island Sanctuary feature offers several unique mounts:

Island Onion Knight: Rank 10
Garlond GL-II: Rank 12
Wivre: Rank 15
Saurian: Rank 20

Other currencies like Bicolor Gemstones (from FATEs), Centurio Seals (Hunts), and Skybuilders' Scrips (Ishgardian Restoration) can be exchanged for mounts.

Mog Station and Promotional Mounts

The Mog Station offers mounts for real money, including:

Fat Chocobo
SDS Fenrir
Whale
Cerberus (4-seater)
Lunar Whale (8-person mount)
Magicked Carpet
Cruise Chaser

Promotional mounts may be tied to campaigns, collector’s editions, or collaborations.

Seasonal and Limited-Time Mounts

Events like the Moonfire Faire, Starlight Celebration, and Collaboration Events often feature exclusive mounts:

Starlight Bear: Starlight Celebration
Polar Bear: Moonfire Faire
Regalia Type-G: FFXV event
Rathalos: Monster Hunter collaboration

Many event mounts become available on the Mog Station after their events end.

Tips for Mount Collectors

Set goals: Focus on one category at a time to avoid feeling overwhelmed.
Join mount farming parties: Use Party Finder for extreme trials.
Track your progress: Use websites like ffxivcollect.com to monitor your collection.
Prioritize limited-time events: Some mounts may not return for years.
Save MGP: Gold Saucer mounts require significant MGP investment.
Level multiple jobs: Some mounts require specific job levels or role quests.
Utilize the in-game Mount Guide: Access it via Character -> Mount Guide.
Enjoy the journey: Many mounts are tied to experiencing different facets of FFXIV.

"The true treasure is not the mount itself, but the adventures you had and the friends you made along the way... though the shiny mount is pretty great too!" — A Wise Collector

Resources and Useful Links

FFXIV Collect — Track your mount collection and see how to obtain each one.
Console Games Wiki: Mounts
Official Lodestone Mounts List
Reddit: r/ffxiv — Community tips and mount farming groups.

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Conclusion

Collecting all mounts in FFXIV is a marathon, not a sprint. Whether you’re farming old trials, grinding MGP, or waiting for the next event, there’s always a new steed to pursue. Use the resources above, join community groups, and most importantly—enjoy the journey across Eorzea and beyond!

Happy mount hunting, Warrior of Light!