Armored Bonehoof Tauralus Mount Guide

The Armored Bonehoof Tauralus is a magnificent, battle-hardened beast whose skeletal armour and fierce, bloodthirsty nature embody the ruthless spirit of the House of the Chosen. Its imposing frame, bone-plated hide, and the raw power it exudes make it a favourite among collectors who appreciate mounts with a grim, militaristic aesthetic. The flavour text speaks to its ferocity: "The tauralus is the favoured mount of the House of the Chosen, and when exposed to battle, it becomes even more fierce and bloodthirsty." For collectors who value prestige and the satisfaction of a multi-step secret hunt, this mount is a true trophy — a symbol of your dedication to the Necrolord Covenant and the dark arts of the Abomination Factory.

Introduced in patch 9.0.1 as part of the Shadowlands expansion, the Armored Bonehoof Tauralus is a mount that rewards those who dig deep into the Necrolord Covenant's darkest secrets. Unlike most rare spawn farms, obtaining this mount is about far more than just camping a spawn point — it requires a significant investment in the Covenant's infrastructure and the discovery of a hidden construct companion. With an estimated drop rate of 0.48%, this skeletal beast is one of the rarest mounts in the expansion, reserved for those who have unlocked every piece of the puzzle. For players who enjoy uncovering hidden mechanics and investing in Covenant progression, the Armored Bonehoof Tauralus represents the ultimate reward for dedication to the House of the Chosen.

• Added in patch: 9.0.1 "Shadowlands"
• Mount type: Ground
• Source: Rare drop
• Covenant: Necrolord only
• Requirements: Neena companion, Necrolord Covenant

How to Get Armored Bonehoof Tauralus

The Armored Bonehoof Tauralus has a chance to drop from the rare elite Tahonta in Maldraxxus. However, the mount will only drop if you meet two critical requirements:

• You must be a member of the Necrolord Covenant.
• You must have Neena as your active construct companion.

This is a low drop chance mount with an estimated rate of approximately 0.48%. The mount is Bind-on-Pickup, so it must be looted and learned on the character that obtains it. You can loot Tahonta once per day per character — repeated kills on the same day give no additional chances at the mount.

Step 1: Join the Necrolord Covenant

If you are not already a member of the Necrolord Covenant, you must first join them. This becomes available after you complete the main Shadowlands campaign and finish the quest Choosing Your Purpose in Oribos, where you pledge your allegiance to a covenant. The Necrolord Covenant is essential for this mount farm, as both the Abomination Factory and Neena are exclusive to this covenant.

Step 2: Upgrade the Abomination Factory to Tier 2

The Abomination Factory is a special Necrolord Covenant building located near the Theater of the Damned at the Seat of the Primus. To unlock Neena, you must upgrade the Abomination Factory to Tier 2 ("Limb Crafting").

Upgrade Costs:

• Tier 1 — Cost: 1,500 Reservoir Anima and 6 Redeemed Souls. Unlocks basic access to Abominable Stitching.
• Tier 2 — Cost: 5,000 Reservoir Anima and 12 Redeemed Souls. Unlocks additional constructs, including the ability to craft Neena.

The upgrade is purchased from Arkadia Moa at the Seat of the Primus.

Step 3: Unlock Neena

Neena is a secret construct companion in the form of a dog, crafted from the soul of a worgen. Without her, the mount will not drop from Tahonta.

To unlock Neena:

• Open the Abomination Factory: After purchasing the Tier 1 upgrade, accept the quest from Arkadia Moa to open the factory and complete the introductory questline with Rathan and Emeni. This will make the construction table usable.
• Find Neena's soul: Head to the Putrid Mound in Maldraxxus at /way 69.8 41.0. Neena is locked in a cage. An elite guard mob stands in front of the cage. Kill it to get the key and open the cage.
• Complete the quest: Once freed, Neena will offer the quest Every Dog Has Its Day. Complete it to unlock the construct blueprint "Neena" at the Abominable Stitching table.
• Craft Neena: Return to the Abomination Factory and craft Neena's body. This requires 20 Malleable Flesh.

After crafting, you will receive an item to summon Neena as a companion. Make sure Neena is active and following you before engaging Tahonta.

Step 4: Farming Reservoir Anima

Reservoir Anima is a currency used for Covenant Sanctum upgrades, including the Abomination Factory tiers. Here are the most efficient ways to farm Anima:

• World Quests: Complete World Quests that reward Anima Tokens. Look for quests granting 3-4 tokens (35 Anima each) for the best return on time.
• Weekly World Bosses: Kill the weekly world boss in the Shadowlands for 250 Anima.
• Weekly Quests: Complete weekly quests in Oribos, such as "A Valuable Find" and "The World Awaits," for additional Anima.
• Rares and Treasures: Kill rare mobs and loot treasures in Shadowlands zones for small amounts of Anima.
• Dungeons and Raids: Bosses in Shadowlands dungeons and raids can drop Anima tokens.

Step 5: Farming Redeemed Souls

Redeemed Souls are a time-gated currency used for Covenant Sanctum upgrades. Unlike Anima, Redeemed Souls cannot be farmed freely — they are primarily earned through weekly quests.

• First 5 Souls: Earned after completing the first chapter of your Covenant campaign, ending with the quest Hopeful News.
• Weekly Quest — Return Lost Souls: Each week, complete this quest by rescuing Lost Souls from the Maw. Initially rewards 5 Redeemed Souls per week.
• Increase your cap: As you gain Renown, you can unlock Soulkeeper upgrades at Renown levels 15, 24, and 32, increasing the number of Redeemed Souls you earn each week.

To reach Tier 2 of the Abomination Factory, you will need a total of 18 Redeemed Souls (6 for Tier 1 + 12 for Tier 2). This will require several weeks of consistent weekly questing.

Step 6: Find and Farm Tahonta

Tahonta is a rare elite that roams the Thorned Wastes in Maldraxxus, southwest of the Theater of Pain. He patrols the area along a circular route.

• Coordinates: /way 44.5 51.9 – Tahonta
• Respawn Timer: Roughly 15–20 minutes after being killed.
• Lockout: You can loot Tahonta once per day per character. Repeated kills on the same day give no additional chances at the mount.

If you do not see Tahonta at the given coordinates, scan the nearby area — he may have moved farther along his patrol route. With the low drop rate of 0.48%, you may need many attempts before the mount appears. Using multiple alts (all Necrolord with Neena) can significantly increase your daily attempts.

Extra Tips and Common Mistakes

• Neena must be active: Without Neena as your companion, the mount will not drop. Double-check she is summoned before engaging Tahonta.
• Necrolord only: This mount is exclusive to the Necrolord Covenant. If you have switched covenants, you will not be able to obtain it.
• Daily lockout: You can only loot Tahonta once per day per character. Use multiple alts (all Necrolord with Neena) to increase your daily attempts.
• Check Tahonta's patrol route: If he's not at the coordinates, he may be patrolling nearby. Use RareScanner or SilverDragon to track him.
• Plan your Anima and Souls spending: Upgrading the Abomination Factory to Tier 2 requires significant Anima and Redeemed Souls. Prioritise this upgrade before spending Anima on cosmetics or other Sanctum upgrades.
• Don't forget to loot: The mount is a direct drop from Tahonta. Make sure you loot the corpse before leaving — some players have missed it.

Useful Addons for Farming Armored Bonehoof Tauralus

Farming the Armored Bonehoof Tauralus requires patience and organisation. The right addons can help you track Tahonta and manage your Covenant progression.

• RareScanner or SilverDragon: Alerts you when Tahonta spawns nearby, making it easier to track his patrol route.
• TomTom / Paste: Quickly set waypoints to Tahonta's location, the Putrid Mound, and the Seat of the Primus.
• SavedInstances: Tracks which characters have already looted Tahonta for the day, essential if you're farming on multiple alts.
• Leatrix Plus: Quality-of-life improvements like auto-repair and auto-sell junk — small time savers during extended farming sessions.

Pro tip: Use SavedInstances to track which of your Necrolord alts have already killed Tahonta for the day. This saves time and ensures you don't miss an attempt.