Players hunting for the Restoration Deathwalker usually want three things: what the mount looks like, how to get it, and whether it is still possible to earn today. This guide cuts straight to the chase and gives practical farming and collection advice for completionists and casual collectors alike.

Quick Answer

What it is: Restoration Deathwalker is a purple-and-gold death elemental flying mount in the Deathwalker family. How you got it originally: it was the Shadowlands Keystone Master reward for Mythic+ Season Four. Rarity and why players want it: prestige mount tied to high-end Mythic+ performance, sought by collectors for its unique recolor and Deathwalker model. Can you still obtain it? You cannot earn it now by completing the Season Four Keystone Master achievement because that season has ended, but the Timelost Saddle system introduced in later patches can allow high-end Mythic+ players to purchase past-season Keystone Master mounts when they appear in the saddle pool.

Mount Overview

The Restoration Deathwalker is a death elemental mount recolor that uses the Deathwalker model introduced during Shadowlands Mythic+ seasons. It presents as a spectral, armored elemental with purple-and-gold visual effects that give it a regal but eerie feel. Its flying animation and spell effects are consistent with the Deathwalker family, meaning it has distinct particle effects when summoned and while airborne.

Collectors prize it for a few reasons:

• Visual uniqueness: the purple-and-gold palette stands out from other elemental mounts and pairs well with darker transmog sets.
• Limited original availability: because it was a season-specific Keystone Master reward, it was never widely obtainable by casual players during Shadowlands.
• Account-wide: like other Keystone Master mounts it is account-wide once obtained, making it a one-time effort for collector completion.

How to Get Restoration Deathwalker

This mount’s original source is the Shadowlands Keystone Master: Season Four achievement. During Season Four of Shadowlands Mythic+, players earned the mount by reaching the Keystone Master requirement for that season. Historically, Keystone Master targets during Shadowlands seasons required a Mythic+ rating milestone tied to the season’s achievement system.

There are two practical paths relevant to players today:

• Original method (now expired): earn the Shadowlands Keystone Master: Season Four achievement during Season Four. That seasonal achievement granted the mount directly as the reward. Because the season is over, that exact path is no longer available.
• Timelost Saddle exchange (current high-end path): starting with the Midnight expansion patches, Blizzard introduced the Keystone Myth and Timelost Saddle system, which rewards a Timelost Saddle for reaching a much higher Mythic+ rating in the current season (Keystone Myth, 3400 rating). The Timelost Saddle can be traded for a selection of past Keystone Master or Legend mounts when they are included in the vendor/pool. Restoration Deathwalker appears in the list of mounts associated with Timelost Saddle options in community and database listings, so players who earn a Timelost Saddle may be able to select it if it is offered when they redeem the item. Because the Timelost pool rotates and is curated by Blizzard, availability is not identical to the original season reward path.

What you will actually do

• If you already held the Season Four Keystone Master achievement, the mount is on your account automatically and needs no further action. Check your Collections to confirm.
• If you did not earn it in S4, your realistic route now is to earn a Timelost Saddle by pushing current-season Mythic+ performance to the Keystone Myth threshold, then trade the saddle to the designated vendor (Lindormi or the NPC specified in the patch notes) for a past Keystone Master mount when Restoration Deathwalker is offered.
• Alternative options used by some players include purchasing a Timelost Saddle carry or using paid boosting services to reach the necessary rating, though these approaches carry risks and are against some players’ collection ethics. Database and boosting services list timed carries for Keystone Myth achievement runs.

Location

There is no single world location where the mount drops. The original achievement required performing across Mythic+ dungeons in Shadowlands, which span the expansion’s dungeon list. The Timelost Saddle exchange, when available, is performed at a vendor location added with the Timelost system (examples include Lindormi in the Timeway or designated NPCs in major cities such as Silvermoon or Valdrakken depending on the patch). Check the vendor text that appears when you hold a Timelost Saddle.

Requirements

• Original requirement: earn the Shadowlands Keystone Master: Season Four achievement, which required meeting that season’s Mythic+ rating target. Community and database documentation show the seasonal threshold for Keystone Master in Shadowlands seasons varied, with Season Four keyed to a rating milestone.
• Timelost Saddle route: earn the Keystone Myth achievement in the current Timelost-enabled season by reaching a Mythic+ rating of 3400, which grants a Timelost Saddle usable to purchase eligible past-season mounts. This reward is typically limited to one saddle per warband per season.
• Account and character: once obtained the mount is account-wide. You will need whatever riding/flying requirements the game enforces for your expansion and zone, but there is no class restriction beyond performing in Mythic+ dungeons.

Farming Tips

Because the mount’s original route required high Mythic+ performance, efficient planning matters. Here are practical strategies:

• Plan your season target early: if you want the Timelost Saddle route, plan ahead for a full-season push. Keystone Myth sits at a significantly higher bar than past Keystone goals, so you should expect a sustained commitment across many keys.
• Optimize dungeon selection: some dungeons are consistently easier to push higher IO when meta affixes rotate. Study the current rotation and favor dungeons your team can run quickly with low deaths to maximize rating per week.
• Use consistent groups: rating gains are more reliable with a stable group. If you are pushing for Keystone Myth, recruit a consistent five-man or use a well-reviewed carry team rather than pugging week to week.
• Alt characters and account-wide benefit: because the mount is account-wide, you need only one character to finish the grind. Consider using your strongest mains or an alt with optimized trinkets and gear to reduce time spent in keys.
• Watch lockouts and seasonal timing: Keystone Myth and Timelost Saddle rewards are season-bound. If you are near the end of a season, make sure you can complete the required pushes before the season ends and the reward window closes.
• Check the Timelost pool before redeeming: if you earn a Timelost Saddle, view the vendor offerings. Developers curate the pool so Restoration Deathwalker may not always be available the moment you earn a saddle. If you are seeking a specific coloration, wait for the right rotation or season when that mount appears.

Is This Mount Still Obtainable?

The mount cannot be obtained today by re-doing the original Shadowlands Season Four Keystone Master achievement, because that season has ended and seasonal Keystone Master achievements no longer award seasonal mounts outside their time window. That said, modern systems put past-season mounts back into circulation via the Timelost Saddle mechanic introduced in later patches. If Restoration Deathwalker is present in the Timelost Saddle pool when you redeem a saddle, you can purchase it that way. Availability therefore depends on current-season Timelost offerings and whether you can earn the saddle.

Is It Worth Farming?

Short answer: for collectors and prestige hunters, yes. For casual players seeking convenience, probably not.

Why it is worth it for collectors:

• Limited original window: mounts tied to seasonal Keystone Master achievements are attractive because many players missed them the first time around.
• Unique look: the Deathwalker model is popular, and this recolor is different enough to be desirable for transmog themes focused on shadowy or death motifs.
• Account-wide payoff: once you have it, the mount is available to all toons on your account, increasing its long-term value.

Why it might not be worth it for everyone:

• To obtain the mount through current systems you must reach extremely high Mythic+ performance thresholds for the Timelost Saddle, which is a serious time investment.
• If Restoration Deathwalker is not in the current Timelost pool when you earn a saddle, you might have to wait for a future rotation or pick another mount, which adds uncertainty.

Similar Mounts

If you like the aesthetics and prestige of this mount, consider these related options:

• Sintouched Deathwalker: Season One Shadowlands Keystone Master recolor. Similar model and prestige, but from an earlier season. Good alternative if you missed Season Four and prefer the Season One palette.
• Soultwisted Deathwalker: another seasonal Deathwalker recolor from a different Shadowlands season. Same model, different colorway, similar prestige.
• Wastewarped Deathwalker: the BFA/Shadowlands lineage recolor that many collectors like for its distinct particles. Good if you want multiple Deathwalker appearances.
• Cerulean Deathwalker: a more recent Deathwalker option that shows how Blizzard continues to reuse the base model to create new vanity choices. Choose it if you want a blue-toned elemental instead of purple/gold.
• Glacial Tidestorm: if you like elemental/deathly flight but want something not gated behind Mythic+, this alternative has a widely available acquisition or different prestige path. Consider it for aesthetic overlap without the high-end grind.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I still earn the mount by completing Shadowlands Mythic+ now?

No. The original Shadowlands Season Four Keystone Master path is seasonal and ended with that season. You cannot perform the Season Four achievement retroactively to claim the mount.

Can I buy the mount with in‑game gold or a vendor?

Not directly. The mount was originally an achievement reward. The modern Timelost Saddle can be traded for past-season mounts when they appear in the Timelost pool, but that requires earning the Keystone Myth (Timelost Saddle) itself. It is not a simple gold vendor purchase.

What was the original requirement to get it during Season Four?

It was a Keystone Master reward for Season Four Mythic+. That seasonal Keystone Master target required meeting the season’s Mythic+ rating threshold at the time. Community documentation and database pages list it as the S4 Keystone Master mount.

Is the mount account-wide?

Yes. Like other Keystone Master mounts, once obtained the mount is account-wide.

Can I farm it solo?

Not via the original route. The mount’s original achievement required group Mythic+ performance. The Timelost Saddle route requires earning a high Mythic+ rating as well, which is most reliably achieved with a stable group or carry team. Solo players will find it difficult without joining groups.

How rare is the mount?

It is rare in the sense that it was a limited seasonal reward and required high-end Mythic+ performance to obtain. Its rarity remains if it is not frequently offered in Timelost Saddle rotations. Community demand and prestige keep it desirable.

How long will it take to get via the Timelost Saddle route?

That depends entirely on your current Mythic+ skill level and time commitment. Reaching the Keystone Myth 3400 rating is an intensive, season-long effort for most players. Expect weeks or months of focused play unless you use carry services.

If I earn a Timelost Saddle, will the mount always be an option?

No. The Timelost vendor presents a curated selection. Some past-season mounts appear immediately; others may rotate into the pool later. Always check the vendor menu when redeeming your saddle.

Final Thoughts

Restoration Deathwalker is a prestige pick for collectors who value the Deathwalker model and a purple-and-gold colorway. The original Season Four path is closed, but modern Timelost Saddle systems give a second chance to high-end Mythic+ players who can reach Keystone Myth thresholds. Decide whether the time investment to reach a 3400 rating fits your collector priorities. If you are motivated by prestige and aesthetics, it is a mount worth chasing. If you prefer low-effort collection, consider visually similar mounts that are easier to obtain.

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