The Arboreal Gulper is a charming, moss-covered toad whose symbiotic relationship with the flora of Ardenweald makes it one of the most unique mounts from the Shadowlands. Its leafy back, vibrant colours, and gentle, bobbing movement make it a favourite among collectors who appreciate mounts with a natural, whimsical aesthetic. The flavour text speaks to its unique biology: "The wood and foliage growing atop this toad is a natural part of its body, helping it siphon anima from the air to nourish itself." For collectors who value a guaranteed reward with a touch of adventure, this mount is a true trophy — a symbol of your willingness to hunt down rare treasures in the forests of Ardenweald.
Introduced in patch 9.0.1 as part of the Shadowlands expansion, the Arboreal Gulper is the perfect mount for collectors who prefer a focused hunting session over a weeks-long grind. Unlike reputation grinds or dungeon farms that demand repeated effort, this leafy toad is a guaranteed reward — but only if you can track down a rare item on a strict timer. The challenge lies not in the fight itself, but in the hunt: tracking down a rare mushroom drop with a ticking clock, then racing to a hidden spot in the forest before it vanishes. For players who enjoy the thrill of a short, intense treasure hunt, the Arboreal Gulper offers one of the most satisfying and accessible mount chases in Ardenweald.
The Arboreal Gulper is a 100% guaranteed drop from Humon'gozz — you are guaranteed to receive the mount when you defeat him. However, spawning Humon'gozz requires a special item: the Unusually Large Mushroom.
Important: The mushroom has a 20-minute duration once looted. You must reach the summoning location and use it before the timer expires, or it will disappear from your inventory. The mount is Bind-on-Pickup, so it must be looted and learned on the character that obtains it.
The Unusually Large Mushroom can drop from most mobs in Ardenweald, but the drop rate is low — approximately 1-3%. Players report that farming can take anywhere from 15 minutes to over an hour.
Recommended farming spot: Gorm Rampager near /way 50.6 78.8. These mobs are densely packed in a small area, allowing for rapid kills and maximising your chances of the mushroom dropping. However, you can farm any mobs in the zone if you prefer a different location.
Once you have the Unusually Large Mushroom, travel to the Damp Loam located just north-west of Dreamsong Fenn.
Damp Loam location
Damp Loam
Interact with the Damp Loam while you have the Unusually Large Mushroom in your inventory. A mushroom will begin to grow in the soil, and after approximately 60 seconds, Humon'gozz will spawn.
Note: The Damp Loam has a respawn timer of roughly 5-10 minutes. If it's not available when you arrive, wait a few minutes for it to reappear.
Once defeated, Humon'gozz will drop the Arboreal Gulper with a 100% drop chance. Learn the mount immediately to add it to your collection.
Since this mount farm is straightforward, you don't need a complex addon setup. However, a few tools can make the process smoother:
