Black Steed
A swift black warhorse bred by the mercenary clans of the central plains. Known for its endurance and calm temperament under fire.
Stats & Info
How to Obtain
- Reach Reputation Rank 3 with any mercenary clan in Hernand
- Purchase from the clan stablemaster for 12,000 gold
- Alternative: steal during the 'Broken Oaths' quest (high risk)
About This Mounts Category
All mounts in Crimson Desert with taming mechanics, stats, and chapter recommendations.
Tips & Strategy
- Calm under fire makes it ideal for combat retreats
- Higher stamina than Cloudcart for long-distance travel
- Cannot be used in indoor dungeons
Best Build Synergies for This Mount
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Editorial Credits
Compiled by Elena Rodriguez, Database & Tools Engineer · Cross-checked by David Liu, QA Editor · Stat values verified against in-game testing · Last data refresh: 2026-09-01
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Every entry in the Crimson Desert Strats database is verified through a 3-step process:
1. Primary source extraction: Data is first extracted from Pearl Abyss's official Korean / English patch notes, developer diaries, and beta client data mines. Each datum cites its source.
2. In-game verification: Our QA team re-derives every stat in-game using a controlled test setup (same character level, same gear, same buffs, 10+ trials per datum). Outliers are re-tested.
3. Community cross-check: Final values are spot-checked against r/CrimsonDesert and Korean gaming community Inven for consensus. Disagreements are noted in the entry.