FFXIV Ornamental Shrublet Mount: How to Get It from Pilgrim's Traverse

Key Takeaways

• The Ornamental Shrublet is a Patch 7.35 mount added in October 2025 from Pilgrim's Traverse, FFXIV's fourth deep dungeon set in Il Mheg.
• Two ways to get it: random drop from Silver Hoard sacks found throughout the dungeon, or purchase directly on the Market Board — no full clear required.
• Marketable — unlike the Forgiven Mimicry, the Ornamental Shrublet can be traded, making it one of the more accessible Pilgrim's Traverse mounts even for players who dislike RNG farming.
• Visual standouts: multicolored petal trail while moving, unique glide animation in the air, and the Pilgrim's Traverse ambient music plays while riding.
• Model note: the Shrublet reuses the Anden III base model, but the petal effects and distinct music track make it its own experience in the field.

Patch 7.35 added Pilgrim's Traverse as FFXIV's fourth deep dungeon — a 100-floor lateral exploration set in the enchanted realm of Il Mheg from Shadowbringers. Among the dungeon's rewards, the Ornamental Shrublet became one of the most recognizable mounts for collectors and GPose enthusiasts alike.

What Is the Ornamental Shrublet?

The Ornamental Shrublet is an animated plant-form mount introduced in Patch 7.35. It shares its base model with the Anden III mount, which was previously obtainable through Custom Deliveries, but the Shrublet received distinct visual treatment: vibrant multicolored foliage, a petal-shedding movement animation, and its own ambient music borrowed from Pilgrim's Traverse itself.

The in-game flavor text leans into the dungeon's lore:

• "Seeks either revenge or proliferation or both on its way to a new land."
• An offshoot of the ornamental shrubs that populate Pilgrim's Traverse, its true purpose remains ambiguous.

Early in the dungeon, players may encounter a boss whose model directly echoes the Shrublet — a teaser of the mount before it potentially drops from your run. Whether you farm it in the dungeon or spot it on the Market Board, the Ornamental Shrublet has become a collector favorite for its photogenic petal trail.

How to Get the Ornamental Shrublet

Two acquisition paths exist for the Ornamental Shrublet:

1. Silver Hoard sacks — these appraisal items drop throughout Pilgrim's Traverse as you explore its floors. The Ornamental Shrublet can drop from any Silver Hoard sack, not just from later floors, so the mount is accessible even on shorter runs.
2. Market Board purchase — the Ornamental Shrublet is marketable, meaning other players can list it for sale. Prices vary by Data Center and tend to drop after large groups tackle the dungeon. Checking the Market Board first is often the fastest route.

To enter Pilgrim's Traverse, head to Il Mheg and speak with Vanthau. You'll need to have completed the Shadowbringers main scenario questline to access Il Mheg. The dungeon targets players at level 91–100 and supports parties of one to four adventurers. For a guided run through the floors, book a Pilgrim's Traverse carry with an experienced team.

Visual and Audio Features

The Ornamental Shrublet's appeal goes beyond its drop source. Several visual and audio details make it one of the more distinctive mounts from the Dawntrail content cycle:

• Petal trail — multicolored petals scatter as the Shrublet moves, making it particularly photogenic in GPose and screenshots against Il Mheg's fairy-tale backdrops.
• Glide animation — the flying animation is unique to this mount, setting it apart from other plant-form mounts in the collection.
• Pilgrim's Traverse music — the Shrublet plays the dungeon's ambient music track while mounted, rather than the background zone music. This thematic touch distinguishes it from the Pilgrim's Protector, another mount from the same dungeon, which does not carry this audio effect.

For collectors who spend time in GPose, the petal scatter effect adds useful visual dynamism for creative shots in outdoor environments.

Tips for Farming Pilgrim's Traverse

If you're running Pilgrim's Traverse specifically for the Ornamental Shrublet, a few practical notes will save time:

• Check Silver Hoard sacks as you find them, not just at the end. The mount can appear in early or mid-dungeon sacks, so appraise as you go.
• Monitor the Market Board — after a wave of players finishes the dungeon, supply often increases and prices dip. Setting up a search alert or checking periodically can save a lot of floor-grinding.
• Party composition — Pilgrim's Traverse supports up to four players. Running with a full party makes progression through all 100 floors faster, especially if you're aiming for the floor 99 boss and the Final Verse (Quantum) challenge unlock.
• Other mounts in the pool — Silver Hoard sacks can also yield the Chandelier of First Light mount and various cosmetics. If you're running the dungeon for the Shrublet, you may earn other collection pieces along the way.

With those farming notes covered, the practical question is whether the Ornamental Shrublet earns a place in your collection.

Is the Ornamental Shrublet Worth It?

For mount collectors, the Ornamental Shrublet is one of the more approachable Pilgrim's Traverse rewards because it's marketable. Players who want the mount without the RNG grind can simply buy it. For players who enjoy the dungeon as content, the petal trail aesthetic and thematic music make it one of the more satisfying drops in Pilgrim's Traverse's reward pool.

The shared base model with Anden III is worth noting if you already own that mount — the Shrublet's petal effects and audio track make it distinct enough for most collectors, but players seeking entirely original designs may weigh that detail before purchasing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Ornamental Shrublet tradeable on the Market Board?

Yes. The Ornamental Shrublet is one of the marketable mounts from Pilgrim's Traverse, so you can buy or sell it without running the dungeon. Check your Data Center's Market Board for current pricing.

Which floor does the Ornamental Shrublet drop on in Pilgrim's Traverse?

The mount drops from Silver Hoard sacks, which appear throughout the dungeon rather than at a specific floor. It can appear in early, mid, or late-dungeon sacks — there is no guaranteed drop floor.

What level do you need to enter Pilgrim's Traverse?

Pilgrim's Traverse is a level 91–100 deep dungeon. Access requires completing the Shadowbringers main scenario questline to reach Il Mheg, where the entrance NPC Vanthau is located.

Is the Ornamental Shrublet a reskin?

Its base model is shared with the Anden III mount from Custom Deliveries. However, the Ornamental Shrublet features distinct multicolored petal effects, a unique glide animation, and plays the Pilgrim's Traverse music track — making it a meaningfully different experience in practice.

What other mounts drop from Pilgrim's Traverse?

Pilgrim's Traverse rewards include the Chandelier of First Light (from Silver Hoard sacks), the Forgiven Mimicry (from 99 First Light Relics or Accursed Hoard sacks on Floor 30 and 70 clears), and additional cosmetics. The Ornamental Shrublet and Chandelier both come from Silver Hoard sacks.

Can you solo Pilgrim's Traverse?

Yes. The dungeon supports solo entry or parties of up to four. Soloing is possible but takes longer across all 100 floors. Most players join or form a party for the floor 99 boss encounter and The Final Verse (Quantum) challenge unlock.

Last reviewed 2026-06-16 against Patch 7.5 Trail to the Heavens — Maintained by WowCarry's FFXIV team.