Final Fantasy 14 Mounts List and How to Unlock Them

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If there's one thing that keeps me logging into Final Fantasy XIV long after the MSQ is done, it's hunting down new mounts. Whether you're flying through the skies on a mechanical dragon, surfing a cloud, or riding a massive whale across the ocean, FFXIV’s mount collection game is seriously addicting.

In this guide, I’ll walk you through a complete FFXIV mounts list and show you how to unlock them—from the easy ones to the rare and glorious flex-mounts. If you’re short on gil and don’t want to grind endlessly for resources, I recommend checking out SSEGold where you can safely buy FFXIV gil to speed things up. Some mounts, especially those tied to vendors or crafting, are pure gil sinks.

Let’s dive in like it’s our first day in Eorzea, shall we?

Why Mounts Matter in FFXIV
Mounts aren’t just for transportation in FFXIV—they’re a status symbol, a fashion statement, and in some cases, a badge of honor. That glowing Kirin from ARR trials? That means you earned every single primal mount. Riding around on the Shadowbringers Amaro? People know you cleared every quest, top to bottom.

So yeah, they matter. A lot.

How to Unlock Mounts in FFXIV (The Basics)
Before we get to the full list, let’s cover the basics.

Mount Unlock Quest: You unlock your first mount by joining a Grand Company and reaching Rank Private Third Class.

Main Quest Unlock: Mounts are tied to MSQ progress. Flying, for example, isn’t available until Heavensward.

Currency-Based Mounts: Some mounts cost MGP, Tomestones, or Gil.

Trial & Raid Mounts: Boss drops that require luck or many, many clears.

Now let’s break down mount categories and how to unlock them, complete with examples.

Story & Quest Reward Mounts
These are usually unlocked by progressing through the Main Scenario or completing special side quests.

Company Chocobo: Your first mount. Unlocked after joining a Grand Company and doing the “My Little Chocobo” quest.

Amaro: Awarded for completing every Shadowbringers role quest. It’s a time investment, but this sleek dragon-bird is worth it.

Antelope Doe & Stag: Added in Endwalker. Earned through achievements like "The Ultimate End" and role quests.

Pro Tip: Want to get your first few mounts faster? Prioritize MSQ and Grand Company promotions. Don’t waste gil early, save it for mounts you can’t unlock any other way.

Trial Mounts (Extreme Primals and More)
This is where the flex begins. Trial mounts drop from Extreme (EX) versions of bosses across expansions.

A Realm Reborn:
Aithon, Xanthos, Gullfaxi, Enbarr, Markab, Boreas, and Nightmare

Unlocked via ARR Extreme trials (like Ifrit EX, Garuda EX)

Combine all except Nightmare (random drop) to get Kirin

Heavensward:
Rose Lanner, White Lanner, etc.

Drop from HW Extreme Primals

Collect all to get Firebird

Stormblood:
Reveling Kamuy, Blissful Kamuy, etc.

From SB Extreme trials

Collect them all for the Lunar Kamuy

Shadowbringers:
Hallowed Kamuy of the Nine Tails

EX trials + combining

Final reward: Gwiber of Light

Endwalker:
The latest “Gwiber-style” dragons drop from current EX trials

Unlock all and earn the new special mount (name varies by patch)

Farming Tip: Sync up with a mount farm party in Party Finder. Most older trials can be soloed at level 90 if you're well-geared.

Raid & Alliance Raid Mounts
Some of the coolest designs come from these:

Edenchoir Gear & Edenmount: Eden Savage raids in Shadowbringers

Calydontis: Drops from Delubrum Reginae

Sleipnir: Odin mount from the Gold Saucer or Mog Station (can also be gifted)

Pro Tip: Want raid mounts without farming gear? Get your clear, rack up tokens, and spend those on mount coffer exchanges.

PvP Mounts
If you love Frontline, Rival Wings, or Crystalline Conflict, PvP can be a steady mount grind.

Ginga & Raigo: From old Feast rankings

Magitek Predator G1: Frontline wins

PVP Series Mounts: Each season has its exclusive Series rewards

Grind PvP for fun, or queue up with friends for bonus XP and steady progress toward these.

Gold Saucer Mounts
Love mini-games? The Gold Saucer has you covered.

Adamantoise: 200,000 MGP

Fenrir: 2,000,000 MGP (yeah, it hurts)

Archon Throne: 750,000 MGP

Gold Saucer Tip: Weekly Challenge Logs and Fashion Report are the fastest ways to build MGP. Do them every week and you’ll have that Fenrir in no time.

Beast Tribe Mounts
Grind daily quests, level rep, and earn unique mounts tied to each tribe.

A Realm Reborn Tribes:
Kirin-Style Mounts like the Cavalry Drake and Direwolf

Reputation grind to max rank, then purchase from tribe vendor

Heavensward Tribes:
Vath, Vanu Vanu, and Moogles offer stylish choices

Shadowbringers & Endwalker Tribes:
Dwarves, Pixies, Arkasodara, Omicron

Combine mounts from each tribe to unlock special meta-mounts like Sable Death Mask

Special Event & Limited-Time Mounts
These are usually tied to seasonal events or collaborations.

Whale Mounts: Mog Station (real money)

Event Mounts: From yearly celebrations like the Rising, Moonfire Faire, or Yo-kai Watch collabs

FFXV Regalia: Limited-time collab, possibly returning

Pro Tip: Always check the seasonal events calendar. Even casual participation can net you exclusive mounts.

Mog Station & Gil-Sink Mounts
Some of the best-looking mounts are gated behind your wallet or a fat chunk of gil.

Mog Station Exclusives: Lunar Whale, SDS Fenrir, Cruise Chaser

Gil-Sinks: Vendors in Ishgard, Kugane, and Radz-at-Han offer mounts for 1-4 million gil

Example: Gilded Mikoshi for 50 million gil

Need gil fast? That’s where buying gil from SSEGold can save you countless hours. Just make sure you’re buying safely and responsibly.

Mount Collectors: Achievements and Totals
If you’re chasing mount achievements, here are a few you’ll want to aim for:

Mount Collector V: 200 Mounts – Reward: Ixion Horn

Full Mount Set Rewards: Every expansion has an ultimate reward tied to full collection of trial mounts

Track your mount progress with the in-game Mount Guide or use online tools like Garland Tools or Universalis.

Final Thoughts: Gotta Mount ‘Em All
Mount collecting in FFXIV is one of the most satisfying grinds in the game. Whether you’re after that rare EX drop or just cruising through Gold Saucer for a turtle mount, there’s always something new to chase.

And the best part? You can make it your own pace. One day you’re diving into Frontlines, the next you're spamming Heavensward EXs for a shiny Lanner bird.

Keep your eye on the Party Finder, stack that gil (or snag some from SSEGold), and get riding. Because let’s be honest—every Warrior of Light deserves to roll into town on something ridiculous and shiny.