How to Get a Mount in WoW Classic: A Comprehensive Guide
Getting around in WoW Classic can be quite a chore, so getting yourself a mount is always an important and worthwhile endeavor that will help you traverse Azeroth quicker and easier.Why Get a Mount in WoW Classic?
Whether you are new to the game or need a little refresher, getting a mount is a crucial part of enhancing your gameplay experience. Not only will it make traveling easier, but it will also save you time and energy.How to Learn to Use Mounts in WoW Classic
Learning to use mounts is pretty straightforward in WoW Classic. To use them, you will need to find a riding trainer who, much like class trainers, will give you the ability to use mounts after learning the skill.There are two riding skills to learn:* At level 40, which lets you ride rare (blue-named) mounts and gives you a 60% movement speed increase.* At level 60, which lets you ride epic (purple-named) mounts and gives you a 100% speed increase.All Mount Trainer Locations
Below, we have listed all the mount trainer locations in WoW Classic so you know where to go when you can finally mount up and ride around Azeroth in style.- Randal Hunter (84, 65) - Horse - Eastvale Logging Camp, Elwynn Forest
- Ultham Ironhorn (64, 50) - Ram - Amberstill Ranch, Dun Morogh
- Jartsam (39, 16) - Tigers - Darnassus
- Binjy Featherwhistle (49, 48) - Mechanostriders - Kharanos, the Dun Morogh
- Kildar (69, 13) - Wolves - Orgrimmar
- Skeletal Warhorses (60, 52) - Undead Horses - Brill, Tirisfal Glades
- Kar Stormsinger (48, 58) - Kodos - Bloodhoof Village, Mulgore
- Xar'Ti (55, 75) - Raptors - Sen'jin Village, Durotar
Mount Restrictions and Tips
Before you go charging off to get your mount, there are a few things to know and a couple of tips we have to help you get your trusty steed quicker that we have included we think you should consider.The Cost
Learning the base skill will set you back 20 Gold, while the mount will cost you another 80, making it a 100 Gold investment.Additionally, epic riding will set you back 1000 Gold, with the riding cost being 100 Gold. If you're struggling to earn gold, consider gold farming or check out our guide on some ways to earn money so you can get your mount and training sooner rather than later.Discounts
It is possible to get some discounts on the cost of your mounts. If you have an Honored Reputation with your city, you can get 10% off, and if you have a PvP rank of 11 or above, you can get another 10%, making for 20%.Restrictions
- By default, you can learn your race-specific riding with no issue.
- If you want to learn another race's riding skill, you will need to be Exalted with that race.
- There are some racial limitations:
- Tauren cannot learn to ride Raptors or Undead Horses.
- Humans and Night Elves cannot ride the Mechanostriders.
By following this guide, you'll be able to get a mount in WoW Classic and start exploring Azeroth in style.