World of Warcraft

Mount system changes coming in 3.2

There's been a lot of information released on 3.2 so far, and it looks like Blizzard isn't quite done yet. Bornakk today hinted at positive changes to mounts in 3.2 for low-level characters, after Philbo of US-Sargeras suggested a way to help the 1-58 grind.

While no specific details were given, Bornakk promises that in the near future we'll be filled in on the changes, and they're related to a review of the mount skill system in its entirety.

Remember that the base riding skill was reduced to a level 30 requirement -- down from level 40 -- in patch 2.4.3. Will we be seeing something similar? Perhaps for all riding skills, this time around? While being able to fly around Outland at 60 -- or even 65 -- may be a bit much, perhaps making the base riding skill something received at level 10, with epic at level 40 or 50, would be a good solution.

Another potential solution could be to introduce Heirloom mounts -- purchased with Emblems of Heroism -- that can be ridden at level 1, to improve the replay value for players who already have a level 80 while still maintaining the beginner experience for those new to the game.

What are your thoughts? What would you like to see changed with the mount system in 3.2?

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  • Ladylori said 
    Thu, Jun 11 2009 4:23 PM ()

    The cost of epic flying lessons going down would be nice

  • Thu, Jun 11 2009 12:18 PM ()

    Reg flying should be 100% speed bonus. 60% seems pretty slow considering you are use to using a 100% ground mount, then pay to upgrade to something slower. :P

  • Kody said 
    Wed, Jun 10 2009 4:21 PM ()

    @Adalyn - Ugh. The only thing that made that bearable was the fact that you could do it across multiple play sessions; you didn't need to sit there for 6 straight hours. ;)

  • Wed, Jun 10 2009 4:12 PM ()

    lol Adalyn, nice FFXI :) I remember doing that and enjoying it when done.

  • Nezarrah said 
    Wed, Jun 10 2009 3:58 PM ()

    I think maybe a 40% speed increase mount at lvl 15 or 20 would be nice and slow flying in outlands at lvl 60 and epic flying at lvl 65. Just my opinion.

  • Wed, Jun 10 2009 2:16 PM ()

    Make it an instance quest to so people can't get help and rushed through the quest.

  • Adalyn said 
    Wed, Jun 10 2009 1:58 PM ()

    6 Hour Quest to achieve a license, and then only being able to rent them not own... but hey who knows.

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