Drustvar's dark forests suit a burgundy-feathered gryphon better than a brightly decorated parade mount. The Dusky Waycrest Gryphon keeps that restrained appearance in flight, making it an appealing match for witch-hunter clothing and practical Alliance armor.

The purchase has two separate progression checks. Finishing the Order of Embers reputation grind is necessary, but the current reins also list Battle for Azeroth Pathfinder, Part Two. Being able to fly over Kul Tiras today does not, by itself, satisfy that item requirement.

Quick Answer

Buy Reins of the Dusky Waycrest Gryphon from Quartermaster Alcorn at Arom's Stand in Drustvar, around 37.8, 49.0. You need Order of Embers Exalted, Battle for Azeroth Pathfinder, Part Two, and the gold purchase price. The listed base cost is 90,000 gold before applicable merchant discounts. It remains obtainable in Retail and is restricted to Alliance use.

Mount Overview

Added as a Battle for Azeroth reputation reward, this is a flying gryphon with dark red-brown plumage. It shares its general family with the Proudmoore Sea Scout and Stormsong Coastwatcher, but each appearance has its own faction purchase.

There is no Waycrest Manor boss roll involved. The association with the Waycrest name describes its regional identity, not a dungeon loot table. Nor is the mount hidden inside Order of Embers Paragon supplies.

How to Get the Dusky Waycrest Gryphon

Establish the Drustvar quest hub

On an Alliance character, complete the Battle for Azeroth introduction to Boralus and use the Kul Tiras scouting map to begin Drustvar. Follow the local story through the witch investigations and the rebuilding of the Order of Embers.

The early story deliberately takes time to establish the faction. Keep progressing the Lucille Waycrest chapters if you have reached Drustvar but cannot yet see the expected reputation activities or quartermaster phase.

For repeatable world quests, finish the relevant campaign setup and Uniting Kul Tiras from Halford Wyrmbane aboard the Wind's Redemption. A first-time unlock involves Friendly with Proudmoore Admiralty, the Order of Embers, and Storm's Wake; previously unlocked accounts can have a shorter route.

Earn Exalted with the Order of Embers

Finish available Drustvar story and side quests that award Order of Embers reputation. Then prioritize the faction's world quests on the Drustvar map.

When the Order of Embers emissary is available, complete its four qualifying world quests and hand it in to Alcorn. The turn-in is an important part of the reward; completing the fourth objective and leaving the zone is not the same as claiming the emissary.

Contract: Order of Embers can supplement eligible Battle for Azeroth world quests while its effect is active. It is optional, and you do not need Inscription yourself to use a purchased contract that meets its requirements.

Current Battle for Azeroth reputation sharing can preserve progress across your Warband. Check your standing before starting another character from scratch, while remembering that Boralus access and local story phasing can still need attention on the traveler.

Complete the listed Pathfinder achievement

Part Two requires Part One, exploration of Nazjatar and Mechagon, and Revered with Rustbolt Resistance plus your faction's Nazjatar reputation. For Alliance, that Nazjatar faction is the Waveblade Ankoan.

Part One includes Battle for Azeroth Explorer, Wide World of Quests, Ready for War, your faction's major story achievement, and Azerothian Diplomat. On Alliance, the story component is Loremaster of Kul Tiras.

Azerothian Diplomat covers Revered with Proudmoore Admiralty, Order of Embers, Storm's Wake, 7th Legion, Champions of Azeroth, and Tortollan Seekers. Track the actual achievement criteria to find the missing branch rather than repeating completed chapters.

These are achievement-purchase conditions, separate from the modern rules that allow ordinary flight in older zones. Do not assume the current ability to take off means Alcorn must sell the reins.

Make the purchase

Visit Alcorn under the quartermaster tent at Arom's Stand with your Alliance buyer. Inspect the reins, confirm that no red requirement remains, and check the final displayed gold cost before purchasing.

Use the item from your bags to learn the appearance. One learned copy is sufficient for eligible Alliance characters; buying another does not improve its speed or add an extra collection entry.

Location and Requirements

• Continent: Kul Tiras.
• Zone and settlement: Drustvar, Arom's Stand.
• Merchant: Quartermaster Alcorn, approximately 37.8, 49.0.
• Reputation: Order of Embers Exalted.
• Additional gate: Battle for Azeroth Pathfinder, Part Two.
• Cost: 90,000 gold listed base price; inspect applicable discounts.

Farming Tips

Work on Pathfinder while accumulating the final Order reputation. Once Drustvar is finished for the day, completing another missing Pathfinder faction is more productive than killing ordinary local enemies for reputation they do not award.

The weekly Battle for Azeroth Timewalking window can offer useful reputation opportunities, but buying a contract or waiting for a bonus event is a convenience, not an extra mount requirement.

If Alcorn is missing, return to the Drustvar storyline on that character. If the vendor is present but the item is locked, separate the reputation check from the achievement check before spending time on the wrong activity.

Is This Mount Still Obtainable?

Yes. This is an existing reputation-vendor reward, rather than a retired challenge appearance. Its expensive price and listed progression conditions remain the practical obstacles.

Is It Worth Farming?

The value is strongest if you already want the wider Kul Tiras collection. Starting Pathfinder solely for one gryphon is a larger project than finishing an almost-complete reputation bar.

Transmog Pairings

Muted red, charcoal, and worn leather complement the feathers. Witch-hunter coats look especially at home, while oversized glowing weapons can distract from the mount's understated regional style.

Similar Mounts

• Proudmoore Sea Scout offers a naval Alliance interpretation of the same broad gryphon family.
• Stormsong Coastwatcher suits collectors completing the Kul Tiras reputation flyers.
• Grand Armored Gryphon emphasizes military equipment for a more formal Alliance look.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Waycrest Manor drop this mount?

No. Buy the reins from Quartermaster Alcorn.

Can Horde characters ride it?

No. This appearance is Alliance restricted.

What reputation rank is required?

Exalted with the Order of Embers.

Is Pathfinder still relevant if I can already fly?

The current reins list Part Two as a purchase requirement, independently of ordinary regional flight access.

Is it a Paragon reward?

No. Exalted unlocks a direct gold purchase.

Where is Alcorn?

At Arom's Stand in Drustvar, around 37.8, 49.0.

Is the contract mandatory?

No. It only adds reputation to eligible activities.

Should I buy it on several Alliance characters?

No. Learning one copy unlocks the mount for eligible characters across the account.

Final Thoughts

Finish the Order's reputation, clear any missing Pathfinder criteria, and keep enough gold for Alcorn's final price. The result is a distinctive Drustvar flyer with a predictable purchase at the end of the work.