The continent of Pywel is vast, and traversing it on foot would take an enormous amount of time. Fortunately, Crimson Desert offers several mount types that dramatically speed up travel. Each mount has unique characteristics, speeds, and acquisition methods. Choosing the right mount for different situations can make your exploration of Pywel much more efficient and enjoyable.
Mounts in Crimson Desert are more than just speed boosts -- they are companions that can be customized, leveled up, and even used in combat in some cases. Pearl Abyss, known for its horse breeding system in Black Desert Online, has brought a similarly deep mount system to Crimson Desert, adapted for the single-player experience.
Below is a summary of all mount types available in the game:
| Mount | Speed | How to Get | Special Ability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Horse | Medium | Story reward | None |
| Warhorse | Medium-High | Purchase from stable | Combat charging |
| Desert Wolf | High | Side quest reward | Off-road traversal |
| Mountain Goat | Low-Medium | Found in wild | Mountain climbing |
| Swift Courier | Very High | Endgame reward | Sprint boost |
All Mount Types in Crimson Desert
The continent of Pywel is vast, and traversing it on foot would take an enormous amount of time. Fortunately, Crimson Desert offers several mount types that dramatically speed up travel. Each mount has unique characteristics, speeds, and acquisition methods. Choosing the right mount for different situations can make your exploration of Pywel much more efficient and enjoyable.
Mounts in Crimson Desert are more than just speed boosts -- they are companions that can be customized, leveled up, and even used in combat in some cases. Pearl Abyss, known for its horse breeding system in Black Desert Online, has brought a similarly deep mount system to Crimson Desert, adapted for the single-player experience.
Below is a summary of all mount types available in the game:
| Mount | Speed | How to Get | Special Ability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Horse | Medium | Story reward | None |
| Warhorse | Medium-High | Purchase from stable | Combat charging |
| Desert Wolf | High | Side quest reward | Off-road traversal |
| Mountain Goat | Low-Medium | Found in wild | Mountain climbing |
| Swift Courier | Very High | Endgame reward | Sprint boost |
How to Get Each Mount
Standard Horse -- The Standard Horse is the first mount you will acquire, obtained as a story reward early in the game. It is given to Kliff as part of a main story quest, making it impossible to miss. While it is the slowest mount, it is perfectly serviceable for the early game and serves as your primary mode of transportation until you unlock better options. The Standard Horse can be stabled, fed, and customized with basic equipment.
Warhorse -- The Warhorse can be purchased from a stable master in one of the major cities. It costs a significant amount of in-game currency, so you will need to save up or complete mercenary contracts to afford it. The Warhorse is faster than the Standard Horse and has a combat charging ability that can knock down enemies, making it useful for initiating combat encounters from horseback.
Desert Wolf -- The Desert Wolf is obtained as a reward for completing a specific side quest chain in the desert region of Pywel. This quest chain involves helping a local beast tamer and culminates in taming a wild wolf. The Desert Wolf is faster than horses on rough terrain and can traverse off-road areas that horses struggle with, making it the best mount for exploration in wilderness areas.
Mountain Goat -- The Mountain Goat is unique among mounts because it can climb steep terrain that no other mount can traverse. It is found in the wild in mountainous regions and must be tamed through a specific interaction. While it is slower than horses on flat ground, its climbing ability makes it invaluable for reaching high-altitude areas and hidden locations.
Swift Courier -- The Swift Courier is the fastest mount in the game and is obtained as an endgame reward. It has a sprint boost ability that temporarily increases its speed to extraordinary levels, making it the best mount for covering long distances quickly. Acquiring the Swift Courier requires completing a significant portion of the game's content.
Mount Tips and Best Practices
To get the most out of your mounts in Crimson Desert, keep these tips in mind:
1. Stable your mounts. When not in use, stable your mounts at a stable in any major town. Stabling keeps your mount safe and allows you to switch between mounts easily. You can summon any stabled mount from any stable location.
2. Feed your mounts. Mounts have a stamina system of their own. Feeding them maintains their stamina and can provide temporary speed boosts. Carry mount feed in your inventory during long journeys, especially when exploring remote areas far from stables.
3. Choose the right mount for the terrain. Horses are fastest on roads and flat ground. The Desert Wolf excels on rough terrain and in the desert. The Mountain Goat is essential for mountainous areas. Match your mount to the terrain you are exploring for optimal travel speed.
4. Use fast travel when possible. Even with the fastest mount, fast travel is quicker for long-distance movement. Unlock fast travel points as you explore, then use them for long journeys. Save your mount for exploration within regions where fast travel is not available or when you want to discover new points of interest along the way.
5. Customize your mount. Mounts can be equipped with saddlebags for increased carrying capacity, armor for protection in combat, and cosmetic accessories. Investing in mount equipment improves both utility and aesthetics.
6. Be careful in combat. Your mount can take damage and even be killed in combat. If you are ambushed while riding, consider dismounting to fight on foot, especially against tough enemies. A dead mount means walking to the nearest stable to retrieve another one.
7. Level up your mounts. Mounts gain experience as you ride them, improving their stats over time. Regularly riding and caring for your mount makes it faster, more durable, and more responsive, rewarding long-term investment in a favorite mount.