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. --- ## Table of Contents 1. [Mount Basics](#mount-basics) 2. [Main Scenario and Quest Mounts](#main-scenario-and-quest-mounts) 3. [Extreme Trial and Raid Mounts](#extreme-trial-and-raid-mounts) 4. [PvP Mounts](#pvp-mounts) 5. [Achievement and Collectible Mounts](#achievement-and-collectible-mounts) 6. [Beast Tribe and Tribal Quest Mounts](#beast-tribe-and-tribal-quest-mounts) 7. [Gold Saucer Mounts](#gold-saucer-mounts) 8. [Crafted, Gathered, and Market Board Mounts](#crafted-gathered-and-market-board-mounts) 9. [Deep Dungeon, Eureka, and Bozja Mounts](#deep-dungeon-eureka-and-bozja-mounts) 10. [Island Sanctuary and Special Currency Mounts](#island-sanctuary-and-special-currency-mounts) 11. [Mog Station and Promotional Mounts](#mog-station-and-promotional-mounts) 12. [Seasonal and Limited-Time Mounts](#seasonal-and-limited-time-mounts) 13. [Tips for Mount Collectors](#tips-for-mount-collectors) 14. [Resources and Useful Links](#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](https://na.finalfantasyxiv.com/lodestone/playguide/db/item/?category2=1&category3=6) 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](https://na.finalfantasyxiv.com/lodestone/playguide/db/achievement/) 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](https://ffxiv.consolegameswiki.com/wiki/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](https://ffxiv.consolegameswiki.com/wiki/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](https://store.finalfantasyxiv.com/) 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 1. **Set goals**: Focus on one category at a time to avoid feeling overwhelmed. 2. **Join mount farming parties**: Use Party Finder for extreme trials. 3. **Track your progress**: Use websites like [ffxivcollect.com](https://ffxivcollect.com/) to monitor your collection. 4. **Prioritize limited-time events**: Some mounts may not return for years. 5. **Save MGP**: Gold Saucer mounts require significant MGP investment. 6. **Level multiple jobs**: Some mounts require specific job levels or role quests. 7. **Utilize the in-game Mount Guide**: Access it via `Character -> Mount Guide`. 8. **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](https://ffxivcollect.com/mounts) — Track your mount collection and see how to obtain each one. - [Console Games Wiki: Mounts](https://ffxiv.consolegameswiki.com/wiki/Mounts) - [Official Lodestone Mounts List](https://na.finalfantasyxiv.com/lodestone/playguide/db/item/?category2=1&category3=6) - [Reddit: r/ffxiv](https://www.reddit.com/r/ffxiv/) — Community tips and mount farming groups. If you enjoy collecting, you might also like these guides: - [How to unlock all characters in Genshin Impact: A complete guide](https://sup.ai/articles/gaming/how-to-unlock-all-characters-in-genshin-impact-a-complete-guide) - [A complete guide to earning all badges in Roblox](https://sup.ai/articles/gaming/a-complete-guide-to-earning-all-badges-in-roblox) - [Total number of achievements in Hollow Knight](https://sup.ai/articles/gaming/total-number-of-achievements-in-hollow-knight) --- ## 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! ---

Complete guide to obtaining all mounts in Final Fantasy XIV

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