Dreadsteed
WARNING: It craves only fel energy. Not apples. It hates the seeds.
Acquisition Guide
The Dreadsteed is the epic Warlock racial mount, obtained either through a classic quest line or, as of Patch 3.0.3, by training it directly from a trainer once you have the first Warlock mount and have purchased 150 riding skill.
Check Your Riding Skill
Before pursuing the Dreadsteed, confirm your riding skill level. Completing the original quest line raises your riding skill from 75 to 150, saving you the high training cost — alternatively, you can purchase 150 riding skill directly and then train the Dreadsteed from a trainer as of Patch 3.0.3.
Gather the Required Materials
The three items used to summon the original Dreadsteed are reusable, so ask other Warlocks if you can borrow theirs — a tip of 50–100g is the usual exchange. You will still need to acquire the remaining materials yourself.
Note the Codex of Xerrath
The Dreadsteed is affected by The Codex of Xerrath, so if you have unlocked that, its appearance will be altered accordingly.
Tips
The three summoning items for the quest are reusable and can be borrowed from other players, typically for a 50–100g tip, which can save you a significant amount of gold.
AI-assisted draft; verify details against the current game patch
Frequently asked questions
How do you get Dreadsteed in WoW?
Racial mount from a quest
Is Dreadsteed still obtainable?
Yes, Dreadsteed 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
