The Shifting Sands DLC in Soulmask introduces a new way to explore desert regions through mounts. These mounts are not simple unlocks. You must find, raise, and prepare them before you can ride them.
This system makes progression feel earned. Each mount serves a different purpose, so choosing the right one matters for your playstyle and stage of the game.
How Mounts Work in Soulmask
Mounts in Soulmask follow a raising system, not direct taming. You cannot use adult animals found in the wild. Instead, you must:
- Find baby animals in specific regions
- Bring them safely back to your base
- Feed and care for them until they grow
- Craft and equip a saddle to unlock riding
Once you understand this process, you can unlock any mount in the game efficiently.
Donkey Location and How to Get
The donkey is the easiest mount to unlock and works best for early-game progression.
You will usually find donkeys near oasis areas or water sources, making them easy to locate compared to other mounts.
To get a donkey:
- Find a baby donkey near an oasis
- Avoid alerting nearby adult donkeys
- Carry it back to your base
- Feed it until it grows into an adult
Once ready, the donkey becomes a reliable pack companion. It is not fast, but it helps you carry more items, which is very useful early on.
Camel Location and How to Get
The camel is a clear upgrade over the donkey. It offers better speed and higher carrying capacity.
You will find camels in desert-heavy regions like Rockhenge Desert, but you cannot pick them up directly.
To unlock a camel:
- Place a medium trap in desert areas
- Use figs as bait
- Wait for a baby camel to get trapped
- Bring it back and raise it at your base
After it matures, craft a saddle to ride it.
Camels are ideal for long-distance travel and make desert exploration much smoother and faster.
Rhino Location and How to Get
The rhino is the strongest mount in the Shifting Sands DLC. It is built for durability and combat.
You can find rhinos:
- Near oasis areas
- Around hostile zones like barbarian camps
To get a rhino:
- Capture or collect a baby rhino
- Raise it with proper food and care
- Equip a saddle after it grows
Once unlocked, the rhino stands out for its high health and combat strength. It is the best choice when traveling through dangerous areas.
Which Mount Is Best in Soulmask?
There is no single best mount. Each one fits a different role.
- Donkey: Best for early game and inventory management
- Camel: Best for speed and long-distance travel
- Rhino: Best for combat and survivability
Most players follow a natural progression: donkey → camel → rhino, depending on their needs and game stage.
If you unlock mounts early and understand their roles, you will explore faster, carry more resources, and survive tougher regions with ease. Play Now!
