How to Get the Jade Cloud Serpent in WoW MoP Classic
World of Warcraft: Mists of Pandaria Classic (WoW MoP Classic) has brought players back to one of the most unique and visually stunning expansions in WoW's long history. With Pandaria once again open for exploration, veterans and newcomers alike are rediscovering the beauty of zones like the Jade Forest, Valley of the Four Winds, and Kun-Lai Summit. Alongside questing, dungeons, and raiding, mount collecting remains one of the most popular goals for many players.
Among the most coveted mounts in MoP Classic is the Jade Cloud Serpent. Graceful, sleek, and infused with Pandaria's mystical energy, this mount is a true symbol of prestige. But earning it is not just a matter of saving gold, it requires dedication, reputation grinding, and patience. In this guide, we'll walk through the steps needed to acquire the Jade Cloud Serpent.
Step 1: Reach Exalted with the Order of the Cloud Serpent
The first and most important step in unlocking the Jade Cloud Serpent is building reputation with the Order of the Cloud Serpent. This faction is based at The Arboretum in the Jade Forest, where players begin their journey of raising and training a serpent hatchling.
When you start, you'll be given a serpent egg and tasked with raising your own Cloud Serpent through daily quests. These dailies are essential to reputation gains. Each day, you'll help your hatchling grow by feeding it, teaching it to fly, or battling enemies together. The process creates an immersive bond between you and your serpent while steadily raising your standing with the Order.
Reaching Exalted is a time investment. Most players will need several weeks of daily questing, though farming reputation tokens (like Onyx Eggs) can speed up the process. These eggs drop in certain areas of Pandaria and provide a hefty reputation boost when turned in, making them a valuable shortcut.
Step 2: Learn the Cloud Serpent Riding Skill
Even if you manage to purchase the Jade Cloud Serpent, you won't be able to ride it until you unlock the Cloud Serpent Riding skill. This skill is tied directly to your reputation with the Order of the Cloud Serpent. Once you hit Exalted, you'll receive a quest called "Riding the Skies." Completing this quest unlocks the ability to ride any Cloud Serpent mount on your account.
This requirement is worth noting because it's different from other mounts in WoW, which typically don't require a special riding skill. Without Cloud Serpent Riding, your shiny new mount will remain grounded in your collection tab.
Step 3: Purchase the Jade Cloud Serpent
Once you've reached Exalted and learned Cloud Serpent Riding, you're ready for the final step: buying the Reins of the Jade Cloud Serpent. The vendor you'll need to visit is San Redscale, who is located at The Arboretum in the Jade Forest (coordinates: 56.6, 44.4).
The mount costs 3,000 gold before faction discounts. If you've invested time in reputation grinding beyond just the Order of the Cloud Serpent, for example, if you've built rep with other Pandaria factions that give you vendor discounts, you might be able to shave some gold off the total price. Still, plan to have around 3,000 gold saved up to ensure you can purchase it outright.
Final Thoughts
Earning the Jade Cloud Serpent in WoW MoP Classic is not a quick achievement. First, you'll need to grind your way to Exalted with the Order of the Cloud Serpent. Then, you must complete the "Riding the Skies" quest to unlock Cloud Serpent Riding. Finally, with enough WoW MoP Classic Gold in your bags, you can purchase the mount from San Redscale and take to the skies in true Pandarian style.
For players who enjoy collecting, the Jade Cloud Serpent is more than just a mount, it's a symbol of dedication and a piece of World of Warcraft history. Whether you're revisiting Pandaria as a veteran or experiencing it for the first time in Classic, adding this mount to your collection is one of the most satisfying goals you can set for yourself.
MMOexp WoW MoP Classic Team