Saddles

This page will go over the various saddles needed for mounting animals and creatures. See the Mounting page for the rules on Mounting up.

It is worth noting that riding a mount bareback or without a riding saddle, imposes disadvantage on any check you make to remain mounted.

Pack Saddle
Gold Cost : 5gp

Weight : 15 Pounds

A pack saddle is a blanket that covers the mount with a harness to strap saddlebags.

Riding Saddle
Gold Cost : 10gp

Weight : 25 Pounds

A riding saddle includes a seat for a rider allowing you to ride a mount with ease.

Military Saddle
Gold Cost : 20gp

Weight : 20 Pounds

A military saddle gives you advantage on any check you make to remain mounted.

Exotic Saddle
Gold Cost : 60gp

Weight : 40 Pounds

An exotic saddle is required for riding any aquatic or flying mount.

Saddlebags
Gold Cost : 4gp

Weight : 8 Pounds

Saddlebags can be attached to a mount's saddle to allow the mount to carry items.

Bit and Bridle
Gold Cost : 2gp

Weight : 1 Pound

A bit and bridle are used to direct a mount.

Barding
Barding is armor designed to protect an animal’s head, neck, chest, and body. Any type of armor can be purchased as barding. The cost is four times the equivalent armor made for humanoids, and it weighs twice as much.