Overview
The Calphadean Scout's Horse is a faction horse in Crimson Desert, ridden by scouts serving House Lanford of the Calphade region. The Calphade borderlands sit between the Duchy of Hernand and Pailune, and the scouts who patrol this territory rely on sturdy, well-trained horses capable of traversing rough terrain at speed. This breed shares the same base stat profile as several other military-grade horses in the game, with 400 base HP and 195 base Stamina, putting it on par with Priden and other mid-tier mounts. What sets it apart is its strong jump power at max level, reaching 4, along with balanced acceleration and handling.
Unlike the five standard tamable horse breeds, the Calphadean Scout's Horse is a faction-specific mount that belongs to NPC soldiers. Players can acquire one by stealing it from Calphadean scouts or soldiers encountered on patrol routes throughout the Calphade region. Because it is not a wild horse breed, it cannot be tamed through the standard horse taming minigame.
Base Stats
The Calphadean Scout's Horse has the following base and max-level stats:
With 400 base HP and 60 base Defense, this horse is fairly durable for a non-legendary breed. Its standout stat is Jump Power, which reaches 4 at Level 5, matching the best jump values among standard horses. This makes it capable of clearing obstacles and reaching elevated paths with ease.
Skills
The Calphadean Scout's Horse unlocks the following skills as it levels up:
Icon | Skill | Unlock Level |
|---|---|---|
| Dash | Lv. 2 |
| Drift | Lv. 3 |
| Back Kick | Lv. 3 |
| Sprint | Lv. 4 |
| Swimming III | Lv. 5 |
| Quick Start | Lv. 5 |
| Lv. 5 | |
High Jump | Lv. 5 |
This horse learns both Double Jump and High Jump at Level 5, giving it excellent vertical mobility in the late game. High Jump is particularly useful for reaching Abyss Cresset locations on elevated platforms and navigating the mountainous terrain around Calphade and Pailune. The Sprint and Quick Start combination also provides solid burst speed for crossing open ground quickly.
Level Progression
The table below shows the full stat growth from Level 1 through Level 5:
Level | HP | Attack | Speed | Accel | Handling | Jump | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Lv. 1 | 400 | 195 | 10 | 60 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
Lv. 2 | 420 | 210 | 12 | 63 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
Lv. 3 | 440 | 225 | 16 | 66 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Lv. 4 | 470 | 240 | 19 | 69 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
Lv. 5 | 520 | 270 | 23 | 72 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 |
HP and Stamina scale steadily at each level, while Speed and Acceleration see their biggest jumps between Levels 2 and 3. Jump Power stays flat until Level 5, where it spikes from 2 to 4, making the horse significantly more capable at navigating vertical terrain once fully leveled.
How to Obtain
The Calphadean Scout's Horse is a faction mount, so it cannot be found roaming wild or purchased from standard stables. There are two primary ways to get one:
Steal from Calphadean Scouts: Equip a mask to hide your identity, then find Calphadean scouts or soldiers patrolling the roads and trails of the Calphade region. Approach their horses while the riders are distracted or dismounted, and steal the horse. Be warned that stealing increases your bounty.
Defeat Faction Soldiers: During faction quests or encounters involving Calphadean forces, you can defeat mounted soldiers and take their horses. After the rider is knocked off or killed, the horse becomes available for mounting.
Once obtained, the horse functions like any other mount. You can register it at a stable, equip it with horse items, and level it up through riding, feeding, and caressing.
Comparison with Other Breeds
The Calphadean Scout's Horse shares identical base stats with the Hernandian Soldier's Horse, the Race Horse, and Priden. All four breeds start at 400 HP, 195 Stamina, and 60 Defense. They also share the same skill set, learning both Double Jump and High Jump at Level 5. The primary differences between these horses are cosmetic: each breed has a distinct coat color and appearance tied to its faction or origin.
For players looking for higher raw stats, the three legendary horses (Royler, Rokade, and Camora) surpass all standard and faction horses in every stat category.
Horse Equipment
Like all permanent horse breeds, the Calphadean Scout's Horse can be outfitted with horse items at stables. Equipment slots include caparisons (appearance customization), horseshoes (speed bonuses), saddles (stamina bonuses), and stirrups (handling bonuses). Equipping the right gear helps compensate for any stat weaknesses and lets you tailor the horse to your preferred playstyle.
Tips
If you need a horse with strong jump capability early in the game, stealing a Calphadean Scout's Horse from a patrol is a reliable option before you unlock legendary breeds.
Feed your horse regularly to level it up faster. Feeding provides the most experience per interaction.
Caress your horse (target it and press R) for free experience without spending any items.
Equip defensive horseshoes and saddles if you plan to use this mount for mounted combat, as its base attack power is relatively low.
This horse works especially well for exploring the mountainous Calphade and Pailune regions, where its High Jump and Double Jump skills shine.