Getting a mount early in Where Winds Meet is one of the biggest quality-of-life upgrades you can grab. It saves time, speeds up quests, helps with exploration, and makes traveling across the open world much easier. This guide breaks down the two main methods to get your first horse right after finishing the intro, along with tips to manage and use your mount effectively. Also check out our Ultimate Beginner Guide for Where Winds Meet.
Why Your First Mount Matters
The world in Where Winds Meet is massive, and although you can climb and sprint anywhere, movement drains stamina fast. A mount solves that problem right away. Horses give you faster travel, better mobility, and an easy way to escape early fights you’re not ready for. Since the game doesn’t point you directly to one, knowing where to go makes a huge difference for new players.
Method 1: Take a Horse from a Traveler
This is the fastest method and can be done within minutes of leaving the starting area. Steps:
- Follow the main dirt road leading away from the starting village.
- Wait for any traveler riding a horse.
- Approach from the side or back to avoid detection.
- Use the dismount action to knock them off the horse.
- Ride away before the NPC reacts.
After you’ve done this once, the horse becomes available in your radial menu so you can summon it anytime.
Notes:
- This method is quick but not exactly “clean.”
- You might get a small bounty if someone reports you.
- Still the most efficient way for early movement.
Method 2: Tame a Wild Horse
If you want a mount without causing trouble, this method is much safer and still available very early.
Where to Find Wild Horses
Cross the river just north of the starting area. Open fields nearby often spawn groups of wild horses. Steps to Tame:
- Approach while crouched to avoid spooking the horse.
- Get close enough to trigger the taming prompt.
- Complete the taming mini-game.
- Once successful, the horse becomes yours permanently.
This method also lets you pick from different colors and types depending on the horses in the area.
How to Manage Your Mount
After getting your horse, open the mount management menu. Here’s what you can do:
- Change Appearance Some horses have unique looks you can equip instantly.
- Free or Sell Horses If you capture extras, you can release them or sell them for quick money early on.
- Summon Your Mount Anywhere Use the radial menu to call your horse when exploring, climbing, or fighting your way through quests.
Extra Tips for New Riders
- Wild horses can respawn—catch multiples if you want options or early gold.
- You can mount quickly during combat if you need to escape.
- Horses don’t need feeding or care early on, so they’re very low-maintenance.
- Some advanced mounts unlock later through exploration and quests.
Your first mount is a huge step forward in Where Winds Meet, and getting one early makes the world feel much more open and manageable. Whether you knock a traveler off their horse or choose the peaceful taming route, securing your mount early sets you up for smooth exploration and faster progress. Enjoy the freedom, roam the map, and start unlocking the rest of the game’s systems at your own pace.