If you’re anything like me, your FFXIV mount collection isn’t just a vanity project; it’s a way of life. Nothing screams “I’m better than you” quite like strutting through Limsa Lominsa on a mount that took hours of pain and perseverance to unlock. With Patch 7.3, we’ve been blessed (or cursed) with a shiny new lineup of mounts to obsess over. And because Square Enix knows you’re a sucker for collectibles, some of these will have you questioning your life choices. Here’s a breakdown on how to snag every new mount because, spoiler alert, your free company will judge you otherwise.
You’ve seen its radiant glow and fleeting silhouette in town, and yes, the Heavenly Kurin is just as ‘extra’ as the effort required to unlock it.
To get this glowing beast, you’ll need all seven Lanner mounts. Yes, all of them. Specifically, you’re looking at farming extreme trials like Bismarck, Ravana, Thordan, and more. And because the RNG gods like to laugh at your misery, these whistles are random loot drops, meaning you’re at their mercy. Great, right?
Once you’ve painstakingly collected every bird, head over to the wandering minstrel in Idyllshire to trade them in for the Heavenly Kurin. Look, it’s shiny and glorious enough to drown out the screams of frustration from trial wipes, so there’s that
So to recap you’re going to need all seven Lanner mounts from Heavensward extreme trials and so, so much more. Tip: Pray to the RNG gods because the Lanner whistles are random drops from extreme trial loot, and they don’t come easy. And once you’ve gathered all your birds (because apparently Square Enix thinks we all have infinite time), trade them to the wandering minstrel in Idyllshire for your glowy golden reward.
Why ride a basic horse or bird when you can swagger underwater like the royalty you are? Enter the Coral Mikoshi, a mount where extravagance meets weirdly practical functionality. This one’s bought exclusively from the shop just casually sitting around (cue awkward laugh). The catch? This bad boy comes with a steep price tag. You’ll need to cough up 20 million gil. Yep, that’s not a typo. Better start checking your retainers or spamming Treasure Maps if you’re part of the “gil constantly disappears” club. It’s not grindy like other mounts, but Square Enix figured your wallet was another way to test your devotion. At least it’s instant gratification after the hefty purchase, right?
You can unlock this vibrant gem through the thrill of Skybreaker FATEs. Vibrant neon-infused vibes meet “Did I just walk into an EDM rave?” energy. If you’ve been slacking in your FATE participation, this is your excuse to jump back in and farm Skybreak events to earn enough tokens or reputation to grab this beauty.
Pro tip? Don’t go solo. Team up, because fate-chaining an entire party is way better than scrolling Reddit during dead FATE rotations. Plus, it’s a great moment to impress your Free Company with your FATE MVP status. Who knows, they might even stop questioning your glam choices.
Here’s the thing about FFXIV mount hunting in general and Patch 7.3 specifically––it eats up time. Lots of time. Before you toss yourself into the grind abyss, a few words to the wise:
Mounts are the ultimate FFXIV flex. Whether you’re stomping into Limsa Lominsa on the Heavenly Kurin or gliding underwater on the Coral Mikoshi, they scream “I did the work,” or more specifically, “I survived the grind.” Patch 7.3 doesn’t just up the ante; it rewards players willing to put in the time, effort, or gil with some truly magnificent rewards.
Will your Free Company flood chat verifying your mount credentials? Probably. Will it be worth showing off mid-raid flex during breaks? Absolutely. Just remember… if anyone asks how much time you spent farming, the answer is always “not nearly as long as you’d think.”
Now grab your controller (or keyboard), make peace with the grind, and start collecting. May the RNG gods be kinder to you than your wallet. Good luck out there, adventurer.
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