The world of Lost Ark is ever expanding, with the number of mounts available to players also rising as the months go on. With each mount bringing different bonuses to the player, it can be difficult to choose the most suitable one today.
Some offer alternate dodge abilities, upgraded dodge abilities, or are simply aesthetically gorgeous (which is a huge factor in the enjoyment of some MMORPGs). So, which of the plethora of mounts on offer in Lost Ark are the best?
Some of these mounts can only be purchased using real money, but the majority are obtainable through multiple means for accessibility reasons.
10 Radiant Golden Cloud
The Radiant Golden Cloud mount is perhaps one of the most visually unique options in Lost Ark. Its thick, orange cloud appearance allows players to glide over the ground in style, while also being accessible to all. Many players commend it as a solid mount that is not restricted by a pay wall, and for that reason, it ranks highly on our list.
To obtain the Radiant Golden Cloud, players have several options. It can be purchased as part of the Glaivier Special Package in the in-game store, which costs real money. However, the mount can also be acquired through the in-game Auction House from other players.
9 Dyorika Warhorse
The Dyrokia Warhorse is essentially an upgrade of the first Horse mounts offered to players previously mentioned on this list. It dons an impressive royal armor of gold and blue and looks like a fitting accompaniment to any budding adventurer. With an upgraded mount speed of 500, it also becomes one of the fastest mounts in the game.
The Dyorika Warhorse can be purchased from the in-game store using real money, or it can be obtained through the in-game Auction House. Prices vary, so keep an eye on it and try to strike a bargain for one of the most efficient early-game mounts.
8 Cerberus
Many players cite Cerebrus as being one of the fastest and most efficient mounts obtainable in Lost Ark. It has an impressive mount speed of 500, which will allow players to travel the world in the shortest time possible. The Cerberus mount also has the longest dodge in the game, further boosting its overall speed. Visually, it mimics the mythological teachings of Cerberus with an impressively daunting 3-headed wolf aesthetic guaranteed to catch the attention of other players.
The only way to obtain the Cerberus mount as it currently stands is to purchase the Platinum Founder’s Chest. It cannot be exchanged or sold in-game. The Chest sits at $99.99 on the in-game store, and for that reason loses several ranking points in this list for accessibility reasons.
7 Golden Moss Turtle
Turtles have been a staple mount choice in MMORPGs, including the adorable yet surprisingly speedy Sea Turtle in World of Warcraft. Lost Ark’s Golden Moss Turtle is a legendary mount that has a speed of 420 and is the highest-ranking turtle mount in the game. Donning gold moss and ruby-red accents on its shell, it is perhaps one of the most stylish mounts in the game.
To obtain the Golden Moss Turtle mount, players must exchange 25 Island Tokens with Opher, which is based on The Lonely Island. Island Tokens can be collected through quests and activities based on the game’s many different islands, but these can only be accessed once the player has reached Level 50.
6 Gray Stripe Raptor
While many mounts in Lost Ark are purchased in one way or another, some are offered as part of reaching overall completion percentages within the game. Completing quests and activities within the game’s many locations will add towards that location’s completion rate, which in turn brings rewards to players.
One such mount is the Gray Stripe Raptor, which is a dinosaur with a mount speed of 420 and is adorned with a simple saddle for maximum prehistoric aesthetics. To get this mount, players have to achieve 30% completion in the North Vern continent.
5 Your First Horse
In some MMORPGs, it can be rather difficult to obtain your first mount, with either long-winded quest lines or even paywalls getting in the way of moving from quest to quest quickly. Thankfully, Lost Ark offers a player its first mounts relatively early in the game, which merits its place on this list.
Players are offered a choice of three mounts: the Loghill Black Horse, the Yudhil White Horse, or the Dyorika Brown Horse. Each has a speed of 420 and can be obtained after completing the prologue and the "Tower Where Light Lingers" quest in Prideholme.
4 Gold Combat Wolf
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One of the most esteemed and appreciated mounts throughout Lost Ark is the Gold Combat Wolf, which shows true dedication to the game. Its impressive battle armor and 500 mount speed make it a perfect combination of fashion, speed, and grind gloating.
To obtain the Gold Combat Wolf, players must exchange 22,000 Amethyst Shards with any Amethyst Shard Exchange NPC. Amethyst Shards are incredibly hard to come by, so prepare for a grind for this mount. However, it is one of the most visually appealing options on offer in Lost Ark, and everyone knows that aesthetics are everything in MMORPGs.
3 Dawn Chamkuri
Not only does Lost Ark offer fearsome beast mounts and hoverboards, but it also caters to players who like their mounts with a dash of the adorable. Enter the Dawn Chamkuri mount, a strange chicken-meets-fluffball mount that has a helpful Sprint ability, which increases movement speed for 3 seconds (with a 9-second cooldown).
To obtain the Dawn Chamkuri mount, players must complete the “Rohendel’s Research” World Quest. This is unlocked as players progress through the Rohendel main quest line after they have reached Item Level 460.
2 Ladybug Mounts
Not only is Lost Ark known for its exciting combat and questlines, but it also offers a unique fantastical side to its action-packed visage. In the magical land of Mokoko Village, players are shrunk Alice in Wonderland-style and greeted by miniature people who live among blades of grass and the roots of trees. They also ride Ladybugs, and for this ability and the quest line which surrounds Mokoko village, the Ladybug mounts earn their place on this list.
To unlock the magical land of Mokoko village, players must reach the island of Tortoyk after receiving their first ship. The Ladybug mount is only usable in certain areas of this island, but it’s magical enough to become one of the most unique in the game.
1 Golden Terpeion
This one is not for the faint of heart. This is for the true grinders, the utter endgame completionists, and the players who know Lost Ark inside and out. The Golden Terpeion is the rarest mount in the game and displays an elegant glow of gold along its almost angelical armor.
There is no easy way to obtain the Golden Terpeion. Players must complete 100% of every single Region’s Adventure Tome for each location, and turn in the tokens achieved from each of these to the appropriate NPC. Some players have celebrated their victories on Reddit, with an abundance of praise in the comments for such an impressive - and persistent - feat.
Lost Ark is currently available on PC.