Mounts

Mounts

Mounts in Final Fantasy XIV are more than just a means of faster travel; they are symbols of achievement, status, and personal style. From majestic steeds to fantastical creatures, collecting mounts is a popular pursuit for many players, offering a unique way to personalize your adventure and showcase your accomplishments across Eorzea and its subsequent expansions.

Mounts can be acquired through several methods, ensuring that there's a mount for every playstyle. Whether you're a dedicated raider, a completionist FATE hunter, a diligent crafter, or someone who enjoys the thrill of the hunt, there's likely a mount waiting for you. Each mount often comes with its own unique appearance, sound effects, and sometimes even special animations.

Here are some of the primary ways to obtain mounts:

• Main Scenario Quests: Certain key story quests reward players with their first few mounts, often iconic creatures that accompany the Warrior of Light on their journey.
• Dungeon & Trial Rewards: Completing specific dungeons and trials, especially at higher difficulties or with certain drop rates, can yield mount drops. These are often rare and highly sought after.
• FATE Rewards: Participating in FATEs (Full Active Time Events) in specific zones, particularly during expansion content, can reward players with mounts upon completion or through associated currency.
• Battle Rewards: This category encompasses rewards from challenging content like raids (Alliance Raids, Normal Raids, Savage Raids), extreme trials, and even certain PvP activities. Some of the most prestigious mounts are obtained through these difficult encounters.
• Tomestone & Currency Exchange: Certain mounts can be purchased using specific tomestones or currencies earned from endgame activities.
• Questlines: Special side questlines, such as the Hildibrand adventures or the Relic Weapon quests, often have unique mounts as rewards.
• Collector's Editions: Pre-ordering or purchasing collector's editions of the game or its expansions often includes exclusive mounts.
• Real Money Purchases: The Mog Station, Final Fantasy XIV's online store, offers a selection of mounts for direct purchase, including some fan favorites and unique dess.

The pursuit of mounts adds another layer of engagement to the game, encouraging players to explore content they might otherwise skip. The visual diversity and rarity of many mounts make them highly desirable collectibles.