- Head east of Tashkalp to Crimson Mountains Fortress in the Crimson Desert region for raptor encounters.
- Use ranged poison attacks to remove riders without harming the raptor, then mount it temporarily.
- Feed three pieces of meat to max trust at 100 percent and register it permanently.
- Once tamed, summon it like any mount for fast traversal and combat support.
The red-feathered raptor stands out as a swift, combat-ready permanent mount added in recent Crimson Desert updates. You can tame it by targeting enemy riders in a specific fortress area, building trust via feeding, and claiming it as their own. This guide details every step for reliable acquisition. Here’s how.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Crimson Mountains Fortress, east of Tashkalp |
| Requirement | Access to Crimson Desert region; optional re-blockade for respawns |
| Taming Method | Kill rider, mount, feed meat x3 to 100 trust |
| Mount Type | Permanent, summonable reptilian raptor |
| Base Stats | 400 health, 300 stamina, high speed/handling, 25 attack, 50 defense |
Key locations for raptor hunting
Crimson Mountains Fortress serves as the primary spot, situated in the elevated Crimson Desert terrain east of Tashkalp.
Enemies patrol slopes and right-side areas, especially if the zone remains uncleared or re-blockaded via settings. Ride away post-mounting to a quiet area for safe taming amid heavy guard presence.
Preparing before the hunt
Ensure inventory holds meat like grilled or basic varieties, as any type works for trust gains around 35 points each.
Equip a bow with poison arrows to safely dismount riders. If the fortress is liberated, adjust gameplay settings to lower re-blockade frequency, triggering enemy respawns including raptor patrols.
Locate and dismount the raptor rider
Explore the fortress grounds, focusing on patrolling enemies on the right side. Spot riders on red-feathered raptors amid groups.
Fire poison arrows at the rider only, requiring a few shots to fell them without raptor damage. Clear or evade surrounding foes to approach safely.
Mount the raptor safely
Approach the now-riderless raptor and interact to mount.
Immediately ride to a distant, peaceful spot away from combat.
This prevents interruptions during trust-building, as the area teems with hostiles if uncleared.
How to build trust and tame Raptor permanently
Open inventory while mounted, hover over meat, hold select for the feed option.
Step 1
Feed the first piece of meat; watch trust meter rise.
Step 2
Repeat with a second piece, pushing trust higher toward 70 points total.
Step 3
Feed the third piece to hit 100 trust, unlocking the “take in” option bottom right.
Select “take in” to register the raptor as a permanent pet.
It appears on your map for summoning via standard mount call.
| Feed Item | Trust Gain | Cumulative |
|---|---|---|
| Meat 1 (e.g., grilled) | +35 | 35/100 |
| Meat 2 | +35 | 70/100 |
| Meat 3 | +35 | 100/100 → Tamed |
This mount excels in speed and handling despite base mobility stats of 1, making it ideal for Pywel traversal. Combat prowess includes 25 attack for strikes and 50 defense for resilience. Health at 400 and stamina at 300 support prolonged use.
Maintaining your new raptor mount
Ride frequently, pet it daily, and feed treats to level up and unlock skills at trust milestones. Heal injuries with mounted treats or stable keeper fees. Equip gear from saddlery shops to enhance health, stamina, and defense. Summon from the special mounts tab anytime.
Taming delivers a permanent, high-mobility companion superior to temporary wild rides, boosting exploration and fights without complex crafting.
