The Divine Steed: A Paladin’s Guide to Obtaining Every Mount in World of Warcraft
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So, you’ve chosen the path of the Paladin in World of Warcraft, the shining beacon of light and justice? Excellent! Now, aside from smiting evil and dispensing righteous fury, you’ll need a trusty steed. Getting your hands on the various Paladin mounts is a rite of passage, steeped in lore and requiring a little bit of legwork (or hoofwork, once you get that first mount!). This guide will cover everything you need to know about acquiring the noble steeds exclusive to Paladins, and a few generally available mounts that perfectly complement their holy aesthetic.
The core principle is simple: most Paladin mounts are earned through specific class quests, achievements, or purchases from vendors requiring certain reputation levels. However, some require a bit more dedication and luck. This guide will break down the process for each mount type, from your very first warhorse to the magnificent class hall mount.
The Foundation: Basic Paladin Mounts
The journey begins with the foundational mounts, those that are essentially a core part of the Paladin leveling experience. These mounts were originally acquired via quests, and while some remnants of those quests linger, obtaining the mounts is far simpler now.
Summon Warhorse and Summon Charger
These are your bread-and-butter Paladin mounts. Previously obtained through somewhat challenging quests requiring gold and materials, these are now simply learned from your class trainer.
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Summon Warhorse: Available at level 40. Simply visit your Paladin trainer in any major city and learn the skill. The mount will then appear in your Mounts tab.
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Summon Charger: Available at level 60. Similar to the Warhorse, learn the skill from your Paladin trainer.
The Importance of Riding Skill
It’s important to remember that riding skill is a prerequisite for using any mount. You’ll need to visit a Riding Trainer to learn Apprentice Riding (level 20), Journeyman Riding (level 40), Expert Riding (level 60), Artisan Riding (level 70), and Master Riding (level 80) as you level up. While Paladins and Warlocks used to get the initial riding skill for free, that is no longer the case. You will need to pay for riding training.
Class Hall Mount: A Legion of Light
During the Legion expansion, each class received a unique class hall mount. The Paladin mount quest is arguably one of the most visually stunning and lore-rich.
The Highlord’s Charger
This isn’t just a mount; it’s a symbol of your leadership as Highlord. Getting it requires completing the “Stirring in the Shadows” scenario, a questline consisting of multiple parts.
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The questline begins within your Paladin Order Hall, Light’s Hope Chapel.
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Be prepared for a significant time investment, as it’s one of the longer class mount quests.
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The scenario involves investigating disturbances in Stratholme and dealing with the forces of the Scourge.
Exclusive Paladin Mounts: A Collector’s Dream
Beyond the core mounts and the class hall mount, a selection of other mounts are exclusively available to Paladins, often requiring a bit more dedication or luck.
PvP Mounts
- Vicious War Steed: Available by completing rated PvP content and earning a Vicious Saddle. This requires winning a certain number of Arena matches or Rated Battlegrounds.
Mounts Obtained Through Achievements or Quests
There are no Paladin-specific mounts obtainable through achievements or quests as of current patches.
Mounts Obtained Through Vendors
There are no Paladin-specific mounts obtainable through vendors as of current patches.
Mounts Obtained Through Raids or Dungeons
There are no Paladin-specific mounts obtainable through raids or dungeons as of current patches.
The Allure of General Mounts for Paladins
While Paladins boast a good number of exclusive mounts, certain general mounts perfectly complement their aesthetic and lore.
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Invincible’s Reins (from Icecrown Citadel): The ghostly steed of Arthas, a fallen Paladin, offers a somber yet powerful connection to Paladin lore.
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Ashes of Al’ar (from Tempest Keep): This fiery phoenix exudes divine power and perfectly matches the Paladin’s holy theme.
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Any Armored Horse Mount: Horses with heavy plate armor just scream “Paladin.” Several versions are available through various factions and vendors.
Mount Farming: Tips and Strategies
Acquiring rare mounts can be a grind, but here are a few tips to increase your efficiency:
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Use Addons: Addons like “Rarity” track your attempts and provide information on drop rates.
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Level Up: Higher-level characters generally have an easier time soloing older content.
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Be Patient: Mount collecting is a marathon, not a sprint. Don’t get discouraged by dry spells.
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Check Wowhead: Wowhead is your best friend. Use it to research drop rates, strategies, and quest requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. At what level do Paladins get their first mount?
Paladins have access to the Summon Warhorse mount at level 40.
2. Is the Paladin’s first mount free?
While the initial riding skill is no longer free for any class, learning Summon Warhorse and Summon Charger simply requires a visit to your class trainer; there’s no additional cost beyond riding training.
3. Where do I find my Paladin mount after learning the skill?
Your Paladin mounts will be located in your Mounts tab, accessible through your character pane (default key: P).
4. How many mounts are exclusive to Paladins?
As of the current patch, there are 16 mounts that are specifically available to Paladins.
5. Do Paladins still get a special mount at low levels?
Paladins no longer receive a distinct mount through a quest line at low levels, rather the mount skills are available to learn from a class trainer.
6. Has the Paladin mount quest been removed from the game?
Yes, the original quest chain for the Warhorse and Charger was removed entirely in Patch 4.0.1.
7. Do Paladins need to buy riding skill to use mounts?
Yes, Paladins must purchase riding skill from a Riding Trainer to be able to use any mount, including their class mounts.
8. What is the name of the Paladin’s class hall mount?
The Paladin class hall mount is called the Highlord’s Charger.
9. What is the name of the Death Knight’s class hall mount?
The Death Knight’s class hall mount is called the Deathlord’s Vilebrood Vanquisher.
10. Are there any quests to gain Paladin mount?
There are currently no quests to get the Paladin mounts except for the class mount.
11. How do I get the Paladin class hall mount?
You get the Paladin class hall mount by completing the “Stirring in the Shadows” scenario in the Legion expansion.
12. Can I buy Paladin mounts from a vendor?
There are no specific vendor-bought mounts.
13. Are there any Paladin mounts from dungeons or raids?
There are no Paladin-specific mounts that drop from dungeons or raids.
14. What level can you get the Paladin legion mount?
You must be at least level 110 to begin the questline for the Paladin Legion class mount. You also must have completed the majority of the main Legion class campaign.
15. Can you get a Vicious War Steed from rated PVP?
Yes, the Vicious War Steed can be obtained through participation in rated PvP activities like arenas and rated battlegrounds. The reward is a Vicious Saddle which can be traded for a Vicious War Steed.
In Conclusion
Collecting Paladin mounts in World of Warcraft is a rewarding experience. It’s a journey that connects you with your class lore and gives you tangible goals to strive towards. So, saddle up, champion, and may the Light guide your path to acquiring every magnificent steed the game has to offer! And as you delve into the intricacies of game design and the impact of these virtual worlds, remember that resources and communities like the Games Learning Society at GamesLearningSociety.org offer valuable insights into the educational aspects of gaming.