World of Warcraft Gladiator mounts are one of the most prestigious rewards in the game: they symbolize skill, dedication, and mastery of the 3v3 bracket (or at least a pretty big money investment if you’ve purchased the Arena boost). These mounts are awarded to players who achieve the Gladiator title during a PvP season.
Each Gladiator mount is unique to its PvP season, often showcasing a fierce and elaborate design that matches the theme of the season or expansion. From Nether drakes to Soul eaters and Felblood gronnlings, these mounts are created to impress and reflect the effort needed to get them. Unlike mounts that can be earned through raids or world events, Gladiator mounts are only available for a limited time during their respective seasons, making them incredibly rare and sought-after by players.
To earn a Gladiator mount, you must consistently perform well in the game’s Arena system, climbing the ladder to a high rating and securing enough wins. It requires more than just your own skill: it takes a huge amount of time (especially if you’re just starting your way in World of Warcraft), strong coordination with teammates, and adaptability to the ever-changing WoW PvP meta. For many, the pursuit of a Gladiator mount is as much about the journey and improvement as it is about the reward itself.
If you’ve ever seen one of these mounts in the wild, you’ve likely paused to admire its detail and wondered about the player’s journey to earn it.
In this article, we’ll overview all WoW Gladiator mounts, briefly describe them, mention ratings for which they were granted (not for all of them, but still), memorize meta comps of iconic PvP Arena seasons, and gather all of those mounts in one place, so you can see their evolution and recolors from season to season.
WoW The Burning Crusade Gladiator Mounts
World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade PvP Season 1 launched alongside the expansion in 2007, introducing Arena combat as a key feature of endgame PvP. Players could compete in 2v2, 3v3, and 5v5 Arena matches to earn ratings and Arena Points, which could be spent on powerful gear. Rewards were distributed based on team ratings, with high-ranking players receiving exclusive titles and the Gladiator mount.
Swift Nether Drake (TBC Season 1)
Swift Nether Drake is the Burning Crusade Season 1 Gladiator Mount. It is a purple dragon with dark, metallic armor and glowing violet accents. The Swift Nether Drake’s wings are large and semi-transparent, with a faint purple hue. This mount was a reward for top PvP players during Arena Season 1 in The Burning Crusade, making it highly rare and sought after.
Merciless Nether Drake (TBC Season 2)
Merciless Nether Drake is the Burning Crusade Season 2 Gladiator Mount. It is a sleek dragon mount with darker armor and glowing teal highlights, giving it a more menacing look than the Swift Nether Drake from PVP Season 1. This mount was introduced as the reward for players who reached the top ranks in Arena Season 2 during The Burning Crusade. In my opinion, TBC PvP S1 and TBC PvP S2 are almost the same.
Vengeful Nether Drake (TBC Season 3)
Vengeful Nether Drake is the Burning Crusade Season 3 Gladiator Mount. It had almost the same design as the earlier Nether Drakes. In my opinion, TBC Arena Gladiator mounts recolors look very similar, so if you have at least one of them in your collection (which makes your account super valuable), you can consider that you have all of them.
Brutal Nether Drake (WoW TBC Season 4)
Brutal Nether Drake is the Burning Crusade Season 4 Gladiator Mount. It has a unique skin with unique armor accents (dark green and orange colors). As the final PvP mount of TBC, it represented the pinnacle of Arena achievement during that expansion. It had an eye-catching appearance compared to previous Nether Drakes (previous ones looked almost the same), and many PvPers consider it the best TBC PvP mount.
WoW Wrath of the Lich King Gladiator Mounts
World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King PvP Season 1 began with the expansion’s release in 2008, marking a new era for competitive PvP. It introduced updated Arena systems and gear progression alongside fresh battleground content. Players participated in 2v2, 3v3, and 5v5 Arena matches to earn ratings and Arena Points (from this point of view not much has changed after TBC). It was the time when iconic comps like TSG, RLS, and RMP became popular, and many players are still missing that golden age of World of Warcraft. The highest-ranking players were rewarded with exclusive titles and WotLK Gladiator mounts.
Deadly Gladiator’s Frost Wyrm (WotLK Season 1)
Deadly Gladiator’s Frost Wyrm is the WotLK Season 1 Gladiator Mount.
Furious Gladiator’s Frost Wyrm (WotLK Season 2)
Furious Gladiator’s Frost Wyrm is the WotLK Season 2 Gladiator Mount.
Relentless Gladiator’s Frost Wyrm (WoW WotLK Season 3)
Relentless Gladiator’s Frost Wyrm is the Wyrm WotLK Season 3 Gladiator Mount.
Wrathful Gladiator’s Frost Wyrm (WotLK Season 4)
Wrathful Gladiator’s Frost Wyrm is the WotLK Season 4 Gladiator Mount.
WoW Cataclysm Gladiator Mounts
World of Warcraft: Cataclysm PvP Season 1 kicked off alongside the expansion’s launch in 2010, bringing significant changes to competitive PvP. The season introduced revamped Arena systems, new Gladiator mounts (check all of them below), and exciting battlegrounds like Twin Peaks and the Battle for Gilneas. Players continued to compete in 2v2, 3v3, and 5v5 Arena matches, earning ratings and Conquest Points to purchase powerful PvP gear.
WoW Cataclysm also brought class redesigns that shook up the PvP meta: it was the reason why new comps appeared (for example, Jungle Cleave). Iconic comps like MLS (Mage, Lock, Shaman) and Shadowcleave rose in popularity, reflecting the dynamic changes in gameplay. At the end of the season, top players earned prestigious titles and the coveted Cataclysm Gladiator mounts, cementing their place in the PvP hall of fame.
Vicious Gladiator’s Twilight Drake (Cataclysm Season 1)
Vicious Gladiator’s Twilight Drake is WoW Cataclysm Season 1 Gladiator Mount.
Ruthless Gladiator’s Twilight Drake (WoW Cataclysm Season 2)
Ruthless Gladiator’s Twilight Drake is WoW Cataclysm Season 2 Gladiator Mount.
Cataclysmic Gladiator’s Twilight Drake (Cataclysm Season 3)
Cataclysmic Gladiator’s Twilight Drake is WoW Cataclysm Season 3 Gladiator Mount.
WoW Mists of Pandaria Gladiator Mounts
World of Warcraft: Mists of Pandaria PvP Season 1 began with the expansion’s launch in 2012, bringing new depth and variety to competitive PvP. The season introduced a revised gear progression system, with players earning Conquest Points to purchase powerful PvP gear. The addition of new battlegrounds, such as Silvershard Mines and Temple of Kotmogu, offered fresh challenges alongside the traditional Arena matches in 2v2, 3v3, and 5v5 formats.
Mists of Pandaria introduced the Monk class, shaking up the PvP meta and creating opportunities for new team compositions: for example, KFC (Warrior/Hunter/Healer), Shadowplay (Shadow Priest/Warlock/Shaman), and MLS (Mage/Lock/Shaman). PvP balance was further refined through new talent systems, encouraging players to experiment with builds and strategies. At the end of the season, the top-ranking players earned exclusive titles and the prestigious MoP Gladiator mounts, which you can see below.
Malevolent Gladiator’s Cloud Serpent (MoP Season 1)
Malevolent Gladiator’s Cloud Serpent is WoW Mists of Pandaria Season 1 Gladiator Mount.
Tyrannical Gladiator’s Cloud Serpent (WoW MoP Season 2)
Tyrannical Gladiator’s Cloud Serpent is WoW Mists of Pandaria Season 2 Gladiator Mount.
Grievous Gladiator’s Cloud Serpent (MoP Season 3)
Grievous Gladiator’s Cloud Serpent is WoW Mists of Pandaria Season 3 Gladiator Mount.
Prideful Gladiator’s Cloud Serpent (MoP Season 4)
Prideful Gladiator’s Cloud Serpent is WoW Mists of Pandaria Season 4 Gladiator Mount.
WoW Warlords of Draenor Gladiator Mounts
World of Warcraft: Warlords of Draenor PvP Season 1 launched alongside the expansion in 2014, bringing significant changes to the competitive PvP landscape. The season introduced a faster gearing system where PvP gear scaled up during the PvP battles. The removal of Arena Points and the introduction of Ashran, a large-scale PvP zone, offered new ways to enjoy 3v3, 2v2, battlegrounds, and open-world PvP.
During this time, popular comps like RMD (Rogue, Mage, Druid), FLS (Feral, Warloch, Shaman), and God Comp (Mage, Priest, Druid) were the expansion’s 3v3 meta. The simplified gearing process made competitive PvP more accessible. Top-ranked players were rewarded with exclusive titles and WoD Gladiator mounts: you can see their models on the pictures below.
Primal Gladiator’s Felblood Gronnling (WoD Season 1)
Primal Gladiator’s Felblood Gronnling is Warlords of Draenor Season 1 Gladiator Mount.
Wild Gladiator’s Felblood Gronnling (WoD Season 2)
Wild Gladiator’s Felblood Gronnling is Warlords of Draenor Season 2 Gladiator Mount.
Warmongering Gladiator’s Felblood Gronnling (WoW WoD Season 3)
Warmongering Gladiator’s Felblood Gronnling is Warlords of Draenor Season 3 Gladiator Mount.
WoW Legion Gladiator Mounts
World of Warcraft: Legion PvP Season 1 launched with the expansion in 2016, introducing major overhauls to the PvP system. The season featured a new Honor and Prestige system, replacing the traditional gear progression with talents unlocked through Honor ranks. This gave players more customization options in PvP, creating a focus on skill rather than gear advantage.
Iconic comps like Turbo Cleave (Enhancement Shaman/Arms Warrior/Healer) and Walking Dead (Unholy Death Knight/Arms Warrior/Healer) became popular during this time, reflecting the evolving meta. New battlegrounds like the Seething Shore added fresh content to keep the PvP experience fresh and enjoyable. As usual, high-ranking players earned unique rewards, including prestigious PvP titles and WoW Legion Gladiator mounts which you can check below.
Vindictive Gladiator’s Storm Dragon (Legion Season 1)
Vindictive Gladiator’s Storm Dragon is WoW Legion Season 1 Gladiator Mount.
Fearless Gladiator’s Storm Dragon (Legion Season 2)
Fearless Gladiator’s Storm Dragon is WoW Legion Season 2 Gladiator Mount.
Cruel Gladiator’s Storm Dragon (WoW Legion Season 3)
Cruel Gladiator’s Storm Dragon is WoW Legion Season 3 Gladiator Mount.
Ferocious Gladiator’s Storm Dragon (Legion Season 4)
Ferocious Gladiator’s Storm Dragon is WoW Legion Season 4 Gladiator Mount.
WoW Battle for Azeroth Gladiator Mounts
World of Warcraft: Battle for Azeroth PvP Season 1 started with the expansion’s release in 2018, introducing new systems and features for competitive play. The season brought back the Conquest Point system, allowing players to earn powerful gear through weekly rewards and structured progression. Alongside traditional Arena modes (2v2 and 3v3), the expansion debuted the War Mode system, motivating players to participate in world PvP (which sounds logical, considering that Blizzard planned to base this DLC on the conflict between Horde and Alliance).
During BFA, comps like Thug Cleave (Rogue, Hunter, Discipline Priest) and WLS (Warrior, Warlock, Shaman) remained dominant in the meta, alongside new builds that took advantage of BfA’s Azerite traits. Players also got to explore the new battleground, Seething Shore, which offered a fresh take on resource-gathering gameplay. As always, top-performing players received exclusive BFA Gladiator mounts (check them below) and titles, cementing their place in the competitive PvP scene.
Dread Gladiator’s Proto-Drake (BFA Season 1)
Dread Gladiator’s Proto-Drake is the WoW Battle for Azeroth Season 1 Gladiator Mount.
Sinister Gladiator’s Proto-Drake (BFA Season 2)
Sinister Gladiator’s Proto-Drake is WoW Battle for Azeroth Season 2 Gladiator Mount.
Notorious Gladiator’s Proto-Drake (WoW BFA Season 3)
Notorious Gladiator’s Proto-Drake is WoW Battle for Azeroth Season 3 Gladiator Mount.
Corrupted Gladiator’s Proto-Drake (BFA Season 4)
Corrupted Gladiator’s Proto-Drake is WoW Battle for Azeroth Season 4 Gladiator Mount.
WoW Shadowlands Gladiator Mounts
World of Warcraft: Shadowlands PvP Season 1 began with the expansion’s release in 2020, bringing significant changes to how PvP rewards and progression worked. PvP vendors were returned, allowing players to purchase gear with Honor and Conquest Points. Shadowlands also introduced the Great Vault system: it allowed players to get weekly rewards based on their performance in PvP, dungeons, or raids.
Meta-defining comps like Rogue Mage Priest (RMP), Windwalker Monk Death Knight (WWDK), and Jungle Cleave continued to dominate arenas, alongside new synergies that leveraged the unique abilities provided by Covenants. The addition of Soulbinds and Conduits gave players more ways to tailor their builds, adding depth to team strategies. Top players competed fiercely for exclusive titles and the Soul Eater mounts (check them all below), making this expansion a memorable page of WoW PvP history.
Sinful Gladiator’s Soul Eater (Shadowlands Season 1)
Sinful Gladiator’s Soul Eater is WoW Shadowlands Season 1 Gladiator Mount.
Unchained Gladiator’s Soul Eater (Shadowlands Season 2)
Unchained Gladiator’s Soul Eater is WoW Shadowlands Season 2 Gladiator Mount.
Cosmic Gladiator’s Soul Eate (WoW Shadowlands Season 3)
Cosmic Gladiator’s Soul Eater is WoW Shadowlands Season 3 Gladiator Mount.
Eternal Gladiator’s Soul Eater (Shadowlands Season 4)
Eternal Gladiator’s Soul Eater is WoW Shadowlands Season 4 Gladiator Mount.
WoW Dragonflight Gladiator Mounts
World of Warcraft: Dragonflight PvP Season 1 launched with the expansion in 2022, introducing new ways to experience competitive PvP. The season kept the core Arena formats of 2v2 and 3v3, alongside Rated Battlegrounds, but added the Solo Shuffle mode, allowing you to queue alone and compete in a rotating arena team format. Gear progression was streamlined, with a focus on upgrading PvP gear through Honor and Conquest Points, ensuring fair competition.
Since the Evoker class was introduced, it changed the traditional 3v3 and 2v2 Arena comps. Players explored new metas, with comps like Demon Hunter Evoker and classic setups like Rogue Mage Priest staying strong. Top players earned prestigious rewards, including exclusive titles and the fearsome Gladiator mounts, which you will see below.
Crimson Gladiator’s Drake (Dragonflight Season 1)
Crimson Gladiator’s Drake is WoW Dragonflight Season 1 Gladiator Mount.
Obsidian Gladiator’s Slitherdrake (Dragonflight Season 2)
Obsidian Gladiator’s Slitherdrake is WoW Dragonflight Season 2 Gladiator Mount.
Verdant Gladiator’s Slitherdrake (WoW Dragonflight Season 3)
Verdant Gladiator’s Slitherdrake is WoW Dragonflight Season 3 Gladiator Mount.
Draconic Gladiator’s Drake (Dragonflight Season 4)
Draconic Gladiator’s Drake is WoW Dragonflight Season 4 Gladiator Mount.
WoW The War Within Gladiator Mounts
World of Warcraft: The War Within PvP Season 1 introduced new challenges and updates while staying true to the familiar Arena format. You can take part in 2v2, 3v3, and Solo Shuffle battles, earning Honor and Conquest Points to gear up and improve PvP rankings. New battlegrounds and world PvP areas tied to the depths of Khaz Algar offered diverse environments for skirmishes. Hero Talents added another layer of strategy, allowing players to experiment with new abilities and team compositions. While classic setups like Rogue Mage Priest are still strong, the changes introduced meta comps also (for example, Shadowcleave: Unholy Death Knight / Affliction Warlock / Preservation Evoker or Holy Paladin). High-ranking players will be rewarded with exclusive titles and the TWW Gladiator mounts: check their appearances below.
Forged Gladiator’s Fel Bat (TWW Season 1)
Forged Gladiator’s Fel Bat is WoW The War Within Season 1 Gladiator Mount.
Silver Gladiator’s Fel Bat (WoW TWW Season 2)
Silver Gladiator’s Fel Bat is WoW The War Within Season 2 Gladiator Mount.
Conclusion
Gladiator mounts are the most prestigious rewards in World of Warcraft. They represent your dedication and skill in the 3v3 arena. Each mount is tied to a specific season and expansion. These mounts are super-valuable collectibles: having at least one Gladiator mount in your collection will make your World of Warcraft account several times more valuable.
What makes Gladiator mounts special is their exclusivity. Once a season ends, they can no longer be earned, making them a rare sight in the game. For players who manage to earn one, it’s not just about the mount itself but the effort and teamwork it took to get there. Each Gladiator mount tells a story of triumph in some of WoW’s PvP seasons. If you’re aiming to add one to your collection, it’s a challenge worth taking on.
