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Crimson Cloud Serpent

Crimson Cloud Serpent

Crimson Cloud Serpents are given to flights of fancy, striking out on a whim for seemingly random journeys, sometimes for days at a time.

AchievementExtremeUncommon · 10% ownMists of PandariaMists of Pandaria · Achievement
Source
Achievement
Farm Time
~30 min per attempt
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Acquisition Guide

The Reins of the Crimson Cloud Serpent is awarded for completing the Glory of the Pandaria Hero achievement, the Mists of Pandaria dungeon meta-achievement.

1

Complete Glory of Pandaria Hero

Complete all requirements of the Glory of the Pandaria Hero achievement by finishing the specified challenge feats across Mists of Pandaria dungeons. Once the meta-achievement is completed, the Reins of the Crimson Cloud Serpent will be rewarded automatically.

2

Unlock Cloud Serpent Flying

Before you can ride the Crimson Cloud Serpent, you must obtain Cloud Serpent Flying, which is unlocked through a quest line upon reaching Exalted with the Order of the Cloud Serpent.

Tips

  • The Crimson Cloud Serpent is one of several Cloud Serpent mounts tied to the Order of the Cloud Serpent — other variants such as the Reins of the Heavenly Crimson Cloud Serpent are obtained separately through the Glory of the Pandaria Raider achievement.

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Glory of the Pandaria Hero

Complete the Pandaria Heroic dungeon achievements listed below.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you get Crimson Cloud Serpent in WoW?

Complete the "Glory of the Pandaria Hero" achievement

What expansion is Crimson Cloud Serpent from?

Crimson Cloud Serpent is a achievement mount from the Mists of Pandaria expansion of World of Warcraft.

Is Crimson Cloud Serpent still obtainable?

Yes, Crimson Cloud Serpent has an active, non-retired collection source in World of Warcraft. Check the guide above for any season, schedule, or progression gate.

Guide last updated March 9, 2026

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