You Can Own a Horse

Traveling over great distances in Middle-earth is done by endless running between cities, using a Milestone, Swift Travel, or by renting a horse. Unfortunately, Swift Travel is not always available, and the other modes require that you've already been (or are going) to that region. Either way, you’re looking at a large amount of time spent walking or running. This all changes at 35th level when you become eligible to buy a horse . . . or a pony if you’re a Dwarf or a Hobbit. Having a horse is a great asset in your soloing career, as you can travel faster to any region of Middle-earth. In addition to your level, the following is required before you can obtain your own horse:

• The flat-fee for a horse or pony is 4 gold, 222 silver pieces.
• Horses are obtained from the horse-master Eogar, just north of Bree.
• Complete a series of quests given to you by Eogar.

Considering the amount of gold required to buy a horse, it might be in your best interest to start saving early in your adventuring career. If you have the coins prior to 35th level, you can afford to buy your horse sooner . . . but you’re not eligible to complete Eogar’s required quests. The quests are not difficult, and basically teach you how to use and maneuver your trained mount. The horses available include: Blonde Sorrel, Chestnut, Bay, and Bloodbay. You gain more options through specific trophies and quests: Dapple-grey Dun, Dark Chestnut, and Spotted Grey from the Harvest Festival. These latter horses typically cost more than gold pieces and in some cases require you to be higher level.