How to Unlock Your Paladin Mount in World of Warcraft: A Comprehensive Guide
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Unlocking your Paladin mount in World of Warcraft is a rite of passage, a symbol of your dedication to the Light and a powerful companion on your adventures. Paladins have access to several mounts, each acquired through different means. Initially, Paladins gain access to basic mounts via level progression, and then later can acquire class-specific mounts through various quests and achievements. This guide will delve into all the details to ensure you’re riding in style as soon as possible.
Early Mount Acquisition: The Basics
Summon Warhorse and Summon Charger
At level 40, Paladins unlock the Summon Warhorse skill, which allows them to summon a basic Paladin warhorse. The Summon Charger becomes available at level 60, providing a faster epic ground mount. These are available from your class trainer and can be found in your Pets -> Mounts tab.
Crucially, obtaining these base mounts is not free. While the ability to summon them is granted by your trainer, you’ll need to pay a training fee and the cost of the mount itself. Historically, a quest was involved in acquiring these mounts, but that was removed in Patch 2.4.0. This change means that while you do not need to complete a long quest chain as previous players had to, a financial cost remains.
Additional Early Mounts
It’s important to note that Paladins and Warlocks receive their initial class mounts at level 10. Further, they receive a second ground mount at level 17. These early mounts provide an essential boost in mobility, easing the leveling experience across Azeroth.
The Paladin Class Hall Mount: A Legion Legacy
For a more exclusive mount, Paladins can obtain a unique Class Hall mount tied to the Legion expansion. While the basic mounts offer utility, these specialized mounts are a powerful display of your class identity.
The Stirring in the Shadows Scenario
The Paladin Legion Class Mount event involves completing the “Stirring in the Shadows” scenario, one of the most extensive class hall mount quest lines in the game. The scenario involves several steps that include collecting specific items and completing objectives within the instance of Stratholme.
Historically, this quest involved specific objectives, including the collection of 25 Leystone Ore, 1 Suramarian Sapphire, selecting two Paladin allies to assist you, and collecting 6 Stratholme Holy Water by defeating certain bosses in Stratholme, and then returning to Lord Grayson Shadowbreaker.
Modern Class Mount Acquisition
While the specific steps may vary slightly depending on which version of World of Warcraft you are playing (especially retail vs. Classic/Classic Era), the core objective remains: demonstrate your strength and worthiness to your class order by completing a class-specific scenario. The modern method typically involves a series of quest steps and may involve other requirements like specific achievements in the Legion content. The most important part is to complete the full Legion campaign for the character that wants the mount.
Breaching the Tomb Achievement
It is essential to note that the achievement “Breaching the Tomb” needs to be completed only once per account. This will unlock the ability to complete the Legion campaign on individual characters, ensuring that your Paladins each have a chance at acquiring their class-specific mounts.
Understanding Mount Acquisition Changes
It’s vital to be aware of how mount acquisition has evolved over time. The earlier, more complex quests have been streamlined to ensure a smoother player experience. Specifically, the quest chain for basic mounts was entirely removed in Patch 4.0.1, and the mounts were instead added directly to class trainers, and then to the general mounts collection tab. This change significantly reduces the time required to get your first mount. The historical requirements such as requiring at least 350 gold and allies to acquire the mount are now significantly outdated.
Paladin Mounts: Beyond the Basics
Paladins boast access to a substantial number of mounts. There are at least 16 mounts exclusive to Paladins. These encompass a range of steeds, from noble horses to imposing war chargers, allowing for diverse options to suit various tastes. Beyond the class-specific mounts, Paladins can acquire nearly any mount available in-game, depending on their reputation, achievements, and playstyle.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Paladin Mounts
1. What level do Paladins get their first mount?
Paladins initially get a basic mount at level 10 and their first summoned Warhorse at level 40. They can then obtain their Charger at level 60.
2. Are Paladin mounts free?
No, Paladin mounts are not free. While the base summon skills are taught by class trainers, the actual mounts require a gold fee. Historically, completing a quest was needed, but that is no longer necessary for base mounts.
3. Where do I find my Paladin mount?
Once acquired, your Paladin mounts will be found under the Pets -> Mounts tab. The mount skills themselves are learned from your class trainer.
4. How do I get the Paladin class hall mount?
To get the Paladin Class Hall mount, you must complete the “Stirring in the Shadows” scenario during the Legion expansion content. This usually requires completing a series of quest steps, that vary slightly depending on the version of the game being played.
5. What is the “Breaching the Tomb” achievement?
“Breaching the Tomb” is an account-wide achievement that allows your characters to complete their respective Legion class campaigns, leading to class mount acquisition. You only need to complete this achievement once on one character per account to be able to access the class hall campaigns on the rest of your characters.
6. How many Paladin-specific mounts are there?
There are at least 16 mounts exclusive to Paladins, with several more becoming available through various other methods within the game.
7. When was the original Paladin mount quest removed?
The original Paladin mount quest was removed in Patch 4.0.1. Prior to this change, the quest remained available for those who still wanted to complete it even after it was not needed to unlock mount training, after it was added to class trainers in patch 2.4.0.
8. Do Paladins have to pay for mount training?
Yes, Paladins must pay for mount training, as well as the mount itself. The skills are learned from the class trainer, but they are not free.
9. Can I purchase a mount as soon as I reach level 20?
Yes, upon reaching level 20, Paladins can learn Apprentice Riding from a riding trainer and then purchase and use any mount available to their faction.
10. Are there any rare Paladin mounts?
While many class-specific mounts are unique and somewhat hard to obtain, they generally are not considered as rare as mounts with a low drop rate from raids or world events.
11. Which class has the most mounts in WoW?
Paladins, Warlocks, Death Knights, Demon Hunters, Engineers, and Tailors typically have access to the most mounts. This is due to their class-specific mounts and crafted or engineered options.
12. What is the Death Knight mount called?
The Death Knight class mount is called the Deathlord’s Vilebrood Vanquisher.
13. How do I start the Paladin class quest in Final Fantasy XIV?
Paladins are in Final Fantasy XIV are accessed via the quest “Paladin’s Pledge” at the Gladiator’s Guild in Ul’dah after you reach level 30 with the gladiator class. This is unrelated to WoW, but may answer a question some may have if they came here thinking this article was for a different game.
14. What if I fail the Paladin Class Hall Mount Quest?
If you fail the Paladin Class Hall mount quest, you will typically need to abandon the quest, restart the instance, and speak to the appropriate NPC to begin again.
15. Do Death Knights get free flying?
Death Knights automatically gain 150 riding skill and a free epic land mount. However, their specific flying mount is not free and must be purchased.
Conclusion
Unlocking your Paladin mount is a rewarding journey that enhances your gameplay experience. By understanding the different pathways available, you’ll soon be riding your way across Azeroth in style. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or a new recruit to the Light, the pursuit of your ideal Paladin mount is a key part of the adventure in World of Warcraft.