Darkwater Skate
Little is known about this elusive species of ray, found only in the dark waters surrounding Darkmoon Island.
Acquisition Guide
The Darkwater Skate is a rideable manta ray-style water mount purchased from Galissa Sundew on Darkmoon Island using Darkmoon Daggermaw, a fish caught in the waters around the island.
Fish Darkmoon Daggermaw
Head to Darkmoon Island and fish the surrounding waters to collect Darkmoon Daggermaw. These fish can also be obtained from Bloated Thresher found in the same area. You will need 500 Darkmoon Daggermaw to purchase the Darkwater Skate.
Purchase from Galissa Sundew
Bring your Darkmoon Daggermaw to Galissa Sundew at 52.4, 88.4 on Darkmoon Island and purchase the Darkwater Skate for 500 Darkmoon Daggermaw. Note that Galissa Sundew is only available during the Darkmoon Faire.
Tips
The Darkwater Skate is a water-only mount that increases your swim speed to 135% total speed, following the November 8, 2016 buff that raised underwater mount speed from 108% to 135%.
AI-assisted draft; verify details against the current game patch
Frequently asked questions
How do you get Darkwater Skate in WoW?
Sold by Galissa Sundew during Darkmoon Faire
Is Darkwater Skate still obtainable?
Yes, Darkwater Skate 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
