Swift Purple Hawkstrider
Their plumage is more beautiful than any other. Subtlety is for the birds! I mean... other birds. -Viera Sunwhisper
Acquisition Guide
The Swift Purple Hawkstrider is a 100% speed increase mount sold by Winaestra in Eversong Woods that requires Exalted reputation with Silvermoon City for non-Blood Elf Horde characters.
Find Winaestra in Eversong Woods
Locate the vendor Winaestra in Eversong Woods just east of the entrance to Silvermoon City.
Purchase Swift Purple Hawkstrider
Purchase the Swift Purple Hawkstrider from Winaestra for 
10 Gold. You must have Riding skill of 150 (obtainable at level 60). Blood Elves can purchase this mount with no reputation requirement, but other Horde races must have Exalted reputation with Silvermoon City.
AI-assisted draft; verify details against the current game patch
Frequently asked questions
How do you get Swift Purple Hawkstrider in WoW?
Sold by Winaestra in Eversong Woods (Burning Crusade) for 10 gold. Requires Exalted with the race's faction
Is Swift Purple Hawkstrider still obtainable?
Yes, Swift Purple Hawkstrider 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 10, 2026
