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Deathrunner

Deathrunner

These wild cervids are only truly at peace when running through--or between--the lands of Death.

ProfessionExtremeUncommon · 27% ownShadowlandsShadowlands · Protoform Synthesis
Source
Profession
Farm Time
~20 min per attempt
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Acquisition Guide

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Deathrunner is a mount reward automatically granted when you unlock the Protoform Synthesis Forge in Zereth Mortis, requiring no extra crafting materials.

1

Complete Campaign Chapters

Complete the first 3 chapters of the Secrets of the First Ones campaign in Zereth Mortis to begin unlocking access to the Protoform Synthesis Forge.

2

Research at Cypher Console

After completing the campaign chapters, research at the Cypher Console in Exile's Hollow to progress toward the forge unlock.

3

Start the Finding Tahli Questline

Pick up the quest Finding Tahli from Elder Amir at 63.9, 40.8 in Zereth Mortis to begin The Final Song questchain.

4

Complete The Final Song Chain

Follow the questchain with Tahli and Kodah through their series of quests, including Selfless Preservation, Junk's Not Dead, Core Competency, Revival of the Fittest, Maintenance Mode, Access Request, and The Final Song.

5

Wait for Daily Reset

After completing the first part of the questchain, wait for the next daily reset, then start The Lost Component questline to finish unlocking the Protoform Synthesis Forge.

6

Enter the Synthesis Forge

Head to the Synthesis Forge at 61.2, 58.9 in Zereth Mortis — unlocking the forge automatically grants you the Deathrunner mount with all required materials provided.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you get Deathrunner in WoW?

Crafted with Protoform Synthesis in Zereth Mortis

What expansion is Deathrunner from?

Deathrunner is a profession mount from the Shadowlands expansion of World of Warcraft.

Is Deathrunner still obtainable?

Yes, Deathrunner 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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