Get Crimson Mudnose mount

Crimson Mudnose is an epic ground mount added in patch 11.0.2 of The War Within expansion. It is a mole with a crimson snout and a red saddle, traditionally used by kobolds as a mount. The mount is purchased from Waxmonger Squick in Gundargaz (The Ringing Deeps) for 8,125 resonance crystals at Renown level 19 with the Assembly of the Deeps faction.

According to the mount journal description: "Kobolds often ride mudnoses. The Assembly of the Deeps has provided you with one of the most loyal." The Crimson Mudnose is one of the ground mounts tied to the subterranean theme of The War Within.

• Guaranteed acquisition — the mount is bought from a vendor for faction currency. No RNG and no luck-based farming — you just need to build up Renown and accumulate resonance crystals
• Unique model — a mole with a crimson snout and massive clawed paws. It is one of the few mole mounts in the game, fitting perfectly into the subterranean aesthetic of The War Within
• Account-wide — once purchased, the mount becomes available to all characters in your Warband
• No high level required — using the mount only requires level 10 and the "Apprentice" riding skill
• Thematically tied to the content — the perfect companion for adventures in The Ringing Deeps and other underground zones of The War Within
• A matching companion — there is a battle pet, Skittish Sniffler, with a similar model that can visually complement your mount

To purchase the mount you must meet two conditions: reach Renown level 19 with the Assembly of the Deeps faction and accumulate 8,125 resonance crystals.

1. Arrive in The Ringing Deeps zone and begin completing the story quests of The War Within campaign in this region — they grant initial Renown levels
2. Build up Renown with the Assembly of the Deeps to level 19 (each rank requires 2,500 reputation points)
3. Accumulate 8,125 resonance crystals — the faction currency awarded for various activities in the zone and at certain Renown ranks
4. Head to Waxmonger Squick in Gundargaz and purchase the Crimson Mudnose
5. Use the item to learn the mount — it will appear in your mount journal on all characters

Waxmonger Squick is the quartermaster of the Assembly of the Deeps faction. He is located in Gundargaz, an underground kobold settlement in The Ringing Deeps.

How to Get There

1. Use the Gundargaz flight point in The Ringing Deeps — it is the nearest transport hub
2. From the flight master, head down the stairs
3. Turn right — Waxmonger Squick stands under a small awning next to some clay pots

Alternative Route

If you do not yet have the flight point in Gundargaz, you can reach it via the main road from the starting area of The Ringing Deeps. Gundargaz is the zone's key hub, and you will unlock it while progressing through the story campaign.

Purchasing the Crimson Mudnose requires rank 19. Each Renown rank costs 2,500 reputation points, so you need to earn 47,500 points in total.

Story Campaign (main starting source)

Completing the chain of The War Within campaign quests in The Ringing Deeps grants a substantial one-time Renown bonus. This is the first thing to do when building up the faction.

World Quests (main repeatable source)

Assembly of the Deeps world quests appear in The Ringing Deeps on a regular rotation. Each quest rewards reputation points. Check the map several times a day so you do not miss any quests.

Weekly Quest "A Walk in the Deeps"

The weekly quest "A Walk in the Deeps" requires collecting Firelight Rubies in The Ringing Deeps. This is one of the most important reputation sources, available once a week.

Rare Enemies

Killing rare mobs in The Ringing Deeps rewards reputation points with the Assembly of the Deeps. Rare enemies are marked with stars on the map — check for them every time you visit the zone.

"Awakening the Machine" Event

The "Awakening the Machine" world event in The Ringing Deeps grants reputation and resonance crystals. Take part in several waves of the event to gain access to Awakened chests — they contain additional rewards.

Side Quest Chains

Various side quests in The Ringing Deeps also reward reputation with the Assembly of the Deeps. Complete every available quest in the zone.

Resonance crystals are the currency of the Assembly of the Deeps faction. Purchasing the Crimson Mudnose requires 8,125 crystals. Here are the main sources.

Renown Level Rewards

At certain Renown ranks you receive resonance crystals automatically:

In total, ranks 6–18 give you 2,750 crystals. The rest must be earned through other means.

Restless Ground

Interactive "Restless Ground" objects are scattered across the Isle of Dorn, Hallowfall, and The Ringing Deeps zones. Gathering them rewards resonance crystals. This is one of the few sources available with no quantity cap.

Weekly Dungeon Quests

Completing weekly dungeon quests on alternate Warband characters rewards 225 resonance crystals per quest.

Racing Events

Earning the gold reward on any difficulty in racing events grants 95 resonance crystals on first completion.

Exchanging Kej for Crystals

As your Renown grows, the exchange rate of Kej currency for resonance crystals improves — up to 400 crystals per 100 Kej. This is a useful way to convert surplus currency.

Important: Crystals Transfer Within the Warband

Resonance crystals can be transferred between characters within the Warband. Gather crystals on alternate characters and send them to your main — this will significantly speed up accumulation.

Daily Plan

1. Check the Assembly of the Deeps world quests on the map of The Ringing Deeps — complete all available
2. Kill rare enemies if they are available (marked with stars on the map)
3. Gather "Restless Ground" objects along the way — they grant resonance crystals
4. Take part in the "Awakening the Machine" event if it is active

Weekly Plan

1. Complete the weekly quest "A Walk in the Deeps" — collect Firelight Rubies
2. Complete the weekly dungeon quests on all Warband characters
3. Check available side quest chains in the zone

How Long It Will Take

With active daily completion of all available activities, reaching Renown 19 and accumulating 8,125 resonance crystals takes about 3–4 weeks. Using alternate Warband characters to farm crystals shortens this period.

Parallel Rewards

While building Renown with the Assembly of the Deeps, you also pick up along the way:

• Champion gear (ilvl 597) at rank 19
• Profession recipes at various ranks
• Decorative items for player housing
• Access to the quartermaster's other mounts (for example, the flying mount Cyan Glowmite at rank 23 for 11,375 crystals)