Mounts are one of many means of travel in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. Roach is the name that Geralt of Rivia has given to every horse that he keeps as a companion It is not known why he calls them by this name, as seemingly he followed this tradition before meeting Vernon Roche meaning the two names are likely unrelated (as Roche should in fact be pronounced "Rosh" (not "Roach") like in polish, the original version). For an unknown reason Geralt prefers to ride female horses, perhaps it is a simple matter of preference or it is related to an unspoken part of his past. Within The Witcher 3, Geralt may ride horses and it is likely that whether he has many or just one, the horse will be called Roach. There have been at least three different horses named Roach that Geralt has kept.
Can I change Roach's appearance in The Witcher 3?
In The Witcher 3, Roach is a brown mare that Geralt can call upon at any time while outside to travel faster around the continent. Though there are many wild horses of different breeds and colors, you are unable to change Roach's appearance for most of the game. The only opportunity you will have to change her appearance is during the quest Blood on the Battlefield. By refusing Emhyr's initial reward, he rewards you a black Nilfgaardian steed and will permanently change Roach into this horse.
Can I ride other horses in The Witcher 3?
Roach is not the only mount you can ride in The Witcher 3, you can also ride the wild horses and some owned but unmounted horses wandering the overworld. Perform Axii next to one to calm it down, and you'll be able to ride it indefinitely. If you attempt to ride one without performing Axii beforehand, they will kick you off almost immediately.
Mounts in The Witcher 3
The Witcher 3 Horse Upgrades
In The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, the player has the option of upgrading Roach's equipment to increase her utility.
Trophies
Heads of Monsters collected from completing Witcher Contracts. Provides gold and exp buffs.
The Witcher 3 Horse Races
Horse Races available in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, to obtain better gear from your Horse and gain currency. There's a total of ?? races available, and they are located in:
- Obtained: Notice Board in Velen
- Objectives: Beat the riders (3).
- Competitors: Stutterin’ Matko, Iron-Arse Hans, Black Bogdan
- Details: Talk to Radko to organize participation, then approach the area in the evening.
- Rewards: Follow the single course and beat the other rider to win. Repeat three times for all rewards.
1st Race -100 Crowns
2nd Race -100 Crowns
3rd Race -100 Crowns and Enhanced Horse Blinders
Race: The Great Erasmus Vegelbud Memorial Derby
- Obtained: By reading the note 'An invitation to the Memorial Derby'
- Objectives: Talk to the master of ceremonies for the Vegelbuds' race.
- Details: Compete in the Vegelbud Derby, then compete in the Palio.
- Rewards:
1st Race - 160 Crowns and Superior Racing Saddle
2nd Race - 160 Crowns and Rugged Saddlebags
3rd Race - 200 Crowns and Superior Cavalry Saddle
4th Race - 740 Crowns and Racing Horse Blinders
The Heroes' Pursuits: For the Goddess' Glory!
- Obtained: Notice Board in Hindarsfjall or speaking to Svana
- Objectives: Win each of the qualifying races at least once. Afterwards, be the first past the finish line.
- Rewards: 90 Crowns and Zerrikanian Saddle
The Heroes' Pursuits: Kaer Trolde
- Obtained: By starting the quest 'The Heroes' Pursuits: For the Goddess' Glory!'
- Objectives: Be the first past the finish line.
- Rewards: 80 Crowns and Zerrikanian Blinders
The Heroes' Pursuits: Fayrlund
- Obtained: By starting the quest 'The Heroes' Pursuits: For the Goddess' Glory!'
- Objectives: Be the first past the finish line.
- Rewards: 50 Crowns and Zerrikanian Saddlebags
The Heroes' Pursuits: Fyresdal
- Obtained: By starting the quest 'The Heroes' Pursuits: For the Goddess' Glory!'
- Quest Location:
- Objectives:
- Rewards: 50 Crowns and Cavalry Saddle
AnonymousI like to ride the horsies and play in the fields all day. I like horses and they are pretty cool, especially with their huge horse weiners, I like them long times.
"For an unknown reason Geralt prefers to ride female horses, perhaps it is a simple matter of preference or it is related to an unspoken part of his past." Most warmounts were mares or geldings, both much more chill than stallions.
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