GW2 / Path of Fire / Mounts /
Griffon
The Griffon is a hidden mount found in the Crystal Desert in Path of Fire.
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Required Content: Complete the GW2: Path of Fire expansion story (unlock and Mastery track)
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Cost: 250 gold in total
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Path of Fire Mastery Points to Fully Unlock: 10
After completing the Path of Fire storyline, players can begin their journey to unlocking a Griffon mount.
Players will begin to find strange items (Strange Pellets of Bone and Fur, Strange Droppings, Strange Feather) that direct them to Beastmaster Ghazal in the Garden of Seborhin, in the northeast Domain of Vabbi. He'll point players to his assistant, Seeker Kandake, at Spearmarshal's Lament on Yahnur Plateau in the southeastern part of the Domain of Vabbi.
To get there, players must brave the Brandstorm, Kralkatorrik's fury that calls down lightning on all not under cover. One way to reach Yahnur Plateau is to move south from Market Ruins. An alternative way is from Vehtendi Academy Waypoint and then heading east. Follow the path through the Brandstorm, seeking shelter in magic bubbles projected by Djinns. Using a Skimmer also proves protection against lightning.
Once the river is crossed, players need a Springer with the High Vault mastery to ascend to the plateau. After talking to Kandake, players can continue jumping up with the Springer towards the vista shielded by another Djinn. From there, the Griffon Sanctuary is visible to the east and can be reached without further lightning strikes.
Interacting with the Remains of the Last Spearmarshal in the ruins of the sanctuary unlocks the "Open Skies" collections, which when completed unlocks the mount. Each collection consists of collecting runes from events, finding and collecting griffon eggs scattered across the map, and buying items from Renown Heart Merchants.
There are 10 items in total that must be purchased. Each item costs 25 gold, for a total of 250 gold. Players also obtain the Spearmarshal's Plea item, which can convert 25 Eyes of Kormir into a Sunspear Redemption Wish item, or teleport players back to the sanctuary.
Soaring Rescue
Aerial Prowess
Aerial Finesse
MP Skill Description
Collections
The following are the Rare Collections achievements required to obtain a Griffon mount.
If you have finished the first 5 Open Skies achievement, use the Spearmarshal's Plea in your bag to return to the Spearmarshal platform in Domain of Vabbi. Place the eggs in the marked spots and unlock the last 3 Open Skies achievements.
Achievement Description AP Vid
Collect 9 relics to restore the Sunspear sanctuary.
Collect 9 relics to restore the Sunspear sanctuary.
Collect 9 relics to restore the Sunspear sanctuary.
Collect 9 relics to restore the Sunspear sanctuary.
Collect 9 relics to restore the Sunspear sanctuary.
Collect 11 books on Sunspear history from Kormir's sanctum.
Return the Writings of the Last Spearmarshal to the pedestal in the sanctuary.
Recommended
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Show All Usable Object Names in Options.
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Get Raptor & Springer mastery to tier 3.
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Keybind your mounts. Go to Options/Control Options & scroll down to Mounts.
Open Skies: Crystal Oasis
Collect 9 relics to restore the Sunspear sanctuary.
Objectives Description
Purchase this relic from Priest Hakim in Crystal Oasis.
Complete the renown heart east of Amnoon.
Acquire this relic from the last spearmarshal.
Automatically obtained when you begin the Griffon mount questline.
Collect this egg from the griffon roost in Crystal Oasis.
From Temple of Kormir waypoint, go north, up the hill. Watch out for traps that throw you off your mount. Swap to Springer quickly to jump up the cliff. Keep jumping up till you get to the Griffon Roost, marked on your map.
Collect this egg from a mesa overlooking the Hatari Tablelands in Crystal Oasis.
From the Griffon Roost, head northwest towards Hatari Tablelands. Remember to keep flapping (press space) to maintain altitude.
Collect this egg precariously set atop the Teratohedron in Crystal Oasis.
From Temple of Kormir waypoint, head east to Maculate Fringe. (If the Legendary Corrupted Facet is up, kill it too.) Head northeast & go up the crystal ramp there. Use a Springer to jump up the rocks to the Abandoned Griffon Nest.
Collect this egg from atop a pillar around the Sanctum of Nabkha in Crystal Oasis.
From Destiny's Gorge waypoint, head west, around Kusini Crossing. You will need Springer 3 to get up high. Try to avoid the mobs. They are Veterans & Elites. The egg is on top of the northeast pillar.
Collect this egg from a cliffside nest below the griffon roost in Crystal Oasis.
Go back to the Griffon Roost. This egg is on the cliffside.
Gundayo, the Rune of Honesty
Icon of the Goddess
Sunspear Tithe
Spearmarshal's Plea
Warmed Coastal Griffon Egg
Browned Coastal Griffon Egg
Lustrous Coastal Griffon Egg
Dusty Coastal Griffon Egg
Ridged Coastal Griffon Egg
Open Skies: Desert Highlands
Collect 9 relics to restore the Sunspear sanctuary.
Objectives Description
Zaklem, the Rune of Loyalty
Enormous Supply of Bird Feed
Survival Supplies
Spearmarshal's Plea
Warmed Mountain Griffon Egg
Crusty Mountain Griffon Egg
Rough Mountain Griffon Egg
Vibrant Mountain Griffon Egg
Damp Mountain Griffon Egg
Purchase this relic from Groffmonk in Desert Highlands.
Complete the renown heart by Llomuld Kraal waypoint. Purchase the Bird Feed from Groffmok for 25g.
Acquire this relic from the last spearmarshal.
Automatically obtained when you begin the Griffon mount questline.
Collect this egg from the griffon roost in Desert Highlands.
Head northwest towards the Griffon Roost marked on the map. Use a Springer to get higher up the mountains.
Collect this egg from atop a pillar at Godfall Tower in Desert Highlands.
From Makali Outpost waypoint, head northwest till you reach a circle of pillars. Use a Springer to get up to the platform and onto the northwest pillar.
Collect this egg from above a sheltered tree in Desert Highlands.
Head west to Windshear Scarp, where the mastery point is.
Collect this egg from atop a pillar around the Sanctum of Nabkha in Crystal Oasis.
Collect this egg from the nests of thieving hawkeye griffons in Desert Highlands.
This egg is southeast of Highjump Ranch waypoint.
Collect this egg from a ledge below Jinx Hollow in Desert Highlands.
From Derelict Delve waypoint, head southeast. Keep running along the cliff down south. Glide down to the Abandoned Griffon Egg at the side of the cliff.
Open Skies: Elon Riverlands
Collect 9 relics to restore the Sunspear sanctuary.
Objectives Description
Limwe, the Rune of Justice
Golsah, the rune of Honor
Giwebo, the Rune of Humility
Relic Preservation Materials
Maps to the Outpost
Spearmarshal's Plea
Warmed Riparian Griffon Egg
Rocky Riparian Griffon Egg
Azure Riparian Griffon Egg
Restore the lost equipment of the Sunspear hermit in the Elon Riverlands to acquire this relic.
Head to the northwest corner of the map, towards the mastery point icon. Talk to Master Sergeant Shadi. You will need to collect 5 items on the map.
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Shadi’s Sword - North of Shadi. Kill the Veteran Water Djinn.
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Shadi’s Boots - In The Scavengelands, northwest of Skimmer Ranch waypoint. Talk to Veteran Chikkak. Defeat him & he drops the boots.
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Shadi’s Gloves - Interact with the Pile of Leaves on top of the pillar, south of Skimmer Ranch wp.
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Shadi’s Armor - Northeast of Skimmer Ranch wp. Use a Skimmer to get in the small cave. Interact with the Hermit’s chest.
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Shadi’s Helm - From Augury's Shadow waypoint, go to the northeast corner of the map. Go into the small cave & interact with the Pile of Equipment.
Return to Master Sergeant Shadi (NW of map) & talk to her twice.
Purchase this relic from Follower Xunn in Elon Riverlands.
Complete the renown heart north of Augury's Shadow waypoint. Purchase the Relic Preservation Materials from Follower Xunn for 25g.
Purchase this relic from Ebele in Elon Riverlands.
Complete the renown heart east of Olishar's Oasis Camp waypoint.
Acquire this relic from the last spearmarshal.
Automatically obtained when you begin the Griffon mount questline.
Collect this egg from the griffon roost in Elon Riverlands.
The Griffon Roost is just west of the waypoint. Glide over, then use a Springer to get to the top of the rock.
Collect this egg from atop a mesa over the Vulture Drifts in the Elon Riverlands.
Head southwest. This egg is on top of some tall pillars.
Collect this egg from a shattered tower high above the Elon Riverlands.
From Olishar's Oasis Camp waypoint, head southeast towards the vista. Use a Springer to get up the tower. The egg is under the vista.
Open Skies: The Desolation
Collect 9 relics to restore the Sunspear sanctuary.
Objectives Description
Ashhe, the Rune of Valor
Virzuk, the Rune of Compassion
Ancient Sunspear Flags
Prayer Lights
Spearmarshal's Plea
Warmed Canyon Griffon Egg
Dark Canyon Griffon Egg
Pale Canyon Griffon Egg
Mottled Canyon Griffon Egg
Explore a ruined Sunspear shrine in the Desolation to acquire this relic.
From The Darklands waypoint, use a Springer to get up the rocks behind the waypoint. Glide down on the other side. Then use a Springer to go up the platforms. Just pick up the rune on the ground.
Purchase this relic from Kisha Odili in the Desolation.
Complete the heart at The Bonestrand, north of the map. Purchase Prayer Lights from Kisha Odili for 25g.
Acquire this relic from the last spearmarshal.
Automatically obtained when you begin the Griffon mount questline.
Collect this egg from the griffon roost in the Desolation.
From The Scourgeway waypoint, head south to the Griffon Roost mark. Use a Springer to get up to the roost.
Collect this egg from atop the links of a broken chain in the Desolation.
Head north to the Towering Links PoI. Get on top of the arch.
Collect this egg from atop a spire near Chukeht Overlook in the Desolation.
Head northwest towards the spire by the cliff. Flap to maintain altitude! If you fall, use a Springer to get to the top of the spire.
Collect this egg from a bluff overlooking the Ruination in the Desolation.
Head southwest. The egg is on a bluff overlooking the Ruination. If you fall, you can use a Springer to get up to it.
Open Skies: Domain of Vabbi
Collect 9 relics to restore the Sunspear sanctuary.
Objectives Description
Yasfahr, the Rune of Sacrifice
Stone-Carving Tools
Guard Bribe
Spearmarshal's Plea
Warmed Vabbian Griffon Egg
Cracked Vabbian Griffon Egg
Polished Vabbian Griffon Egg
Ruddy Vabbian Griffon Egg
Charged Vabbian Griffon Egg
Rescue a Sunspear captured by foes in the Domain of Vabbi to acquire this relic.
From Vehtendi Academy waypoint, use a Springer to get into the warehouse. Complete the event "Help First Spear Kitur recover the equipment and escape imprisonment".Purchase this relic from Priest Hakim in Crystal Oasis.
Purchase this relic from Awakened Servant Tooraj in the Domain of Vabbi.
From Vehjin Palace waypoint, head south. Complete the heart in Vehjin Mines.
Acquire this relic from the last spearmarshal.
Automatically obtained when you begin the Griffon mount questline.
Collect this egg from the griffon roost in Domain of Vabbi.
Warmed Eggs are always marked on the map as Griffon Roost. Glide south & swap to a Springer to get to the roost.
Collect this egg from one of the highest perches in the Domain of Vabbi.
Glide north to the next egg. Keep flapping to maintain altitude. Then use a Springer to jump up to the nest.
Collect this egg from a perch high above the djinn in the Domain of Vabbi.
Glide northwest to the next egg. Keep flapping to maintain altitude.
Collect this egg from atop a pillar around the Sanctum of Nabkha in Crystal Oasis.
Collect this egg from a Branded outcropping with a view in the Domain of Vabbi.
Glide west to the next egg. Keep flapping to maintain altitude.
Collect this egg from a Branded outcropping on the south siide of the Domain of Vabbi.
Go back to the Griffon Roost. Then head west to the next egg.
Open Skies: Sunspear Sanctuary & Sunspear Wisdom
Collect 11 books on Sunspear history from Kormir's sanctum.
After you have finished all 5 Open Skies achievement, use the Spearmarshal's Plea in your bag to return to the Griffon Sanctuary in Domain of Vabbi. Place the eggs in the marked spots and complete Open Skies: Sunspear Sanctuary. This also unlocks the next part, Open Skies: Sunspear Wisdom.
You will receive Divine Passage which will grant you access to Kormir's Sanctum. To get there, port to Lommuld Kraal waypoint in the northeastern part of Desert Highlands. Head east to Tomb of Primeval Kings and reopen the portal to the Library.
You will need to kill 10 Elite mobs to obtain 10 keys to open the 10 chests that contains the Writings of the Last Spearmarshal volumes. There are 6 chests on the bottom floor. On the top floor, there are 2 on the outer ring, 1 on the inner ring and 1 on a long pathway up high.
Completing this achievement will lead to Open Skies: On Wings and a Prayer.
Open Skies: On Wings and a Prayer
Return the Writings of the Last Spearmarshal to the pedestal in the sanctuary.
Objectives
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Collect all 10 volumes of the Writings of the Last Spearmarshal from Kormir's sanctum.
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Place the Writings of the Last Spearmarshal on the pedestal in the Sunspear sanctuary.
After you have finished Open Skies: Sunspear Wisdom, use the Spearmarshal's Plea in your bag to return to the Griffon Sanctuary in Domain of Vabbi. Place the Writings of the Last Spearmarshal in the marked spot and unlock the next part, Open Skies: On Wings and a Prayer.
Here you will need to defeat the Champion Mordant Crescent. At every 25% HP interval, the champion will become invulnerable. Get on a griffon, glide over to the champion and use Skill 1 to break the shield. Continue to DPS him down until he is defeated.
You will get a Griffon mount at the completion of this achievement!
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