Can A Priest Get A Crimson Deathcharger Mount

So you just hit a certain level in World of Warcraft, you've been grinding reputation, and now you're staring at that gorgeous skeletal horse with the glowing red eyes. Worth adding: the Crimson Deathcharger. And you want to know if your priest — yes, your priest specifically — can ride the thing.

Short answer? Yes. But there's a bit more to it than just "yes," and a few things have changed over the years that are worth knowing before you start your grind.

What Is the Crimson Deathcharger

Let's talk about the Crimson Deathcharger is a ground mount modeled after a classic World of Warcraft* creature — a skeletal warhorse with glowing crimson eyes, bare bone, and just enough menace to make every other mount in your collection feel a little boring. It's the kind of mount that turns heads in Orgrimmar, and honestly, in Stormwind too, because faction pride evaporates pretty fast when something looks this cool.

The mount is one of several "class-specific" or "reputation-gated" rewards that Blizzard has rotated through the game over the years. Sound familiar? But the way most players get it is through the Crusader's Blacksmithing achievement line, which kicks off at the Argent Tournament. It should — it's been a feature of the game for a long time, and it's been updated across multiple expansions.

But here's the thing most guides don't explain well: the actual reward is technically a reputation*-locked mount from the Argent Tournament Grounds, and the grind to earn it looks different depending on which character you're doing it on.

Which Classes Can Earn the Crimson Deathcharger

This is where the real question lives. The Crimson Deathcharger — along with its cousins like the Spectral Steed, the Black War Bear, the Reins of the Black War Tiger, and a handful of others — was historically locked behind an Aspirant/Champion/Valiant rank structure tied to specific class combinations.

Back in the day, only certain classes could earn specific tournament mounts, and priests were among those who could pursue the Crimson Deathcharger. The mount is awarded to Priests, Mages, and Warlocks after completing the full Argent Tournament champion questline and earning the Crusader title at the exalted level with the specific tournament faction.

So yes — your priest absolutely qualifies.

Now, before you start assuming the entire process is the same as it was in Wrath of the Lich King, there's an important detail. The tournament system has been streamlined over the years, and what used to take weeks of daily quests can now be knocked out much faster on alts. But the core requirement — the champion rank with the right faction — still applies.

Why It Still Feels Special

Plenty of mounts in the modern game are flashier. We have dragons, elementals, mechs, interdimensional weirdness — you name it. So why do people still chase the Crimson Deathcharger?

A few reasons stand out.

The first is rarity. Because the grind to get it is genuinely time-consuming and tied to a specific questline, not everyone has it. Even now, you can walk through a major city and go long stretches without seeing one. That kind of scarcity gives a mount value that a random world drop just can't replicate.

The second is aesthetic. Skeletal mounts have a particular vibe. They're grim, they fit the aesthetic of Warcraft*'s darker lore, and they scale well with transmog. On a priest especially — a class already associated with shadow, light, and the space between — the look just works.

The third is the journey. The Argent Tournament questline, when you actually sit down and read the dialogue, has some of the better character writing in the game. The champions, the rivalries with the opposite faction, the jousting mechanics — it's a good time, and finishing it feels earned.

How to Actually Get It

Here's the part that matters most. The full process, roughly:

Start by visiting the Argent Tournament Grounds in Icecrown. Which means the exact quest giver can vary slightly depending on your character, but you'll be funneled into the Aspirant trials. At low levels, you'll joust against dummies. As you progress, you'll face off against actual champions from other races and classes.

You'll need to earn your Champion's Seal through daily quests, then turn in enough seals to rank up. Most players do this in batches over a few days rather than grinding it out all at once, because the dailies respawn on a daily lockout.

Once you hit the right rank, you'll be asked to defeat a specific rival champion. For priests, this is the magical-themed opponent — and yes, the jousting mechanic is the same regardless of your class spec. The jousting is a vehicle combat system that's mostly about shield timing and burst damage when the shield goes down.

After you've won the rival battle, you can buy the mount directly from the tournament quartermaster for a relatively small amount of gold — the gold cost is not the hard part.

One thing worth knowing: the mount is Bind on Pickup, so it goes straight into your bags. In practice, no trading, no selling on the auction house. If you want it on multiple characters, each one has to earn it.

Tips That Actually Help

The jousting section trips up a lot of players. The trick is patience. Don't spam the throw spear button. Wait for your opponent's shield to drop — there's a visual cue when it does — and then unload. Players who try to brute-force it end up taking tons of damage and running out of time.

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The dailies are the real grind. Still, most players set aside a week or two of casual play to knock them out. If you're already exalted with the Sons of Hodir or another pre-requisite reputation, you'll save yourself some time.

And here's a small but useful tip: the tournament faction you grind for is race-locked, but the mount reward is class-locked. Still, that means a human priest and a troll priest both earn the Crimson Deathcharger, not different skins. Some people expect race variation, but there isn't any.

Common Mistakes People Make

The biggest one is assuming the mount is class-locked to the wrong class. The Crimson Deathcharger specifically is for Priests, Mages, and Warlocks. There's a real tangle of "deathcharger," "deathsteed," and "skeletal horse" names in the game, and people mix them up constantly. On the flip side, if you're a Warrior, it's the Black War Bear. If you're a Paladin, your equivalent is the Spectral Steed. Different classes, different mounts, same general grind.

Another mistake is starting the questline without the pre-requisite reputation. That's why the tournament expects you to have a baseline of friendly standing with the Argent Crusade. Most players above level 70 will have this naturally, but brand-new characters won't. Practical, not theoretical.

And finally, some players grind on the wrong faction by accident. Which means the tournament has four factions — one for each race combination in essence — and you need to pick the one your character qualifies for. If you're not sure, the NPCs at the tournament grounds will guide you, but it's worth paying attention to the first quest you pick up.

The Modern Reality

In current World of Warcraft*, the Argent Tournament is old content. That actually works in your favor. Worth adding: the gear is obsolete, the daily quests are easy, and most players run through it for the mount and the achievements rather than any meaningful progression. The competition for the jousting dailies is minimal, and the whole thing is solo-friendly.

The one thing that hasn't changed is the time cost. There's no shortcut, no paid boost, and no clever trick to skip the dailies. Even speedrunners take a few days to knock out the champion rank. If you want the Crimson Deathcharger, you have to actually do the tournament.

Which, honestly, is part of why it still feels like something.

FAQ

Is the Crimson Deathcharger still obtainable in the current expansion? Yes. The Argent Tournament content is still live and accessible, and the mount reward is still active. The intro quests scale to your level, so you can do them on a brand-new character.

Do I need to be a specific race to get it? No. Any priest, regardless of race or faction, can earn the Crimson Deathcharger. The race determines which tournament faction you align with, but the mount reward is the same.

Can I buy the Crimson Deathcharger with gold from the auction house? No. The mount is Bind on Pickup and can only be earned through the questline. If you see one on the auction house, it's a scam or a misunderstanding — don't buy it.

Is it harder to get now than it used to be? Honestly, it's easier

FAQ (Continued)

in many ways. Here's the thing — the introduction of level scaling means you can start the questline immediately on a new character without worrying about being underpowered. The daily quests, while still requiring repetition, are straightforward and can be completed quickly. Also, the mount remains unchanged — still the same imposing skeletal warhorse with the crimson ethereal glow that made it desirable in the first place. If anything, the reduced competition and streamlined gameplay make the experience more accessible than it was during Wrath of the Lich King's peak.

Can I dual-spec or use a different specialization to make the quests easier? Absolutely. Most of the jousting battles are about mechanical execution rather than raw damage output. A well-geared tank spec can survive longer in the saddle, while a burst spec can end encounters faster. Experiment with your setup during the early stages and find what works best for your playstyle.

What happens if I abandon the questline? Can I restart? Yes. The Argent Tournament questline can be abandoned and picked back up at any time. Your progress with faction reputation is retained, so you won't lose ground. Just speak to the appropriate NPCs at the tournament grounds to reactivate the quest chain.

Conclusion

The Crimson Deathcharger is more than just a mount — it's a relic of an era when World of Warcraft* rewarded patience and dedication over convenience. In a game that has progressively streamlined its progression systems, the Argent Tournament remains one of the last bastions of old-school grinds where the journey genuinely matters as much as the destination.

Whether you're a collector chasing rare mounts, a lore enthusiast interested in the Scourge's lingering influence, or simply a player looking for a distinctive way to traverse the frozen wastes of Northrend, the Crimson Deathcharger delivers on all fronts. It looks unforgettable, it feels earned, and it tells a story every time you mount up.

If you're a Priest, Mage, or Warlock who hasn't yet claimed yours, the tournament grounds await. That said, pack some patience, bring your best jousting lance, and prepare for a grind that actually means something. The Crimson Deathcharger doesn't just wait for you — it has been waiting for you.