Key Points
- Crate mules are obtained from the Herbalist Vendor for 34 copper.
- You get to train a crate mule through the Animal Husbandry shed.
- These mules also come in different rarities and tiers. The better the rarity and tier, the more crates they get to carry.
Crate Mules in Ashes of Creation are some of the best early-game mounts to move goods around from place to place. Although they carry a much smaller load than other transport modes, this is a cheap and efficient way to transport items from one settlement to another.
Ashes of Creation Crate Mule Overview
| Crate mule types | Daystrider Crate Mule, Moonstrider Crate Mule |
| Mode of transport | Ground Mule |
| Stack size | 1 |
| Crate carrying capacity | 2 |
| Inventory size | 1×1 |
| Rarity | Common to Legendary |
How to Get a Crate Mule in Ashes of Creation

Speak to any Herbalism Vendor at either Avens End or Briarmoor Farms. Once you unlock their menu, select the Materials tab and scroll down to find the Tradable Daystrider Crate Mule item. It will cost 34 copper to get one.
How to Train a Crate Mule
Interact with the Animal Husbandry shed beside the Herbalism Vendor, select the Crate Mule tab on the left, then select the Tradable Daystrider Crate Mule.
After that, press the Add button > Submit Daystrider Crate Mule > Start Job to train the mule. It will take half an hour to complete the job and will cost 75 silver.
How to Summon a Crate Mule

Visit the Animal Husbandry shed after the 30 minutes is up. Claim your crate mule from the menu by pressing the Send to Inventory button. Next, open up your inventory, then drag and drop the crate mule to the hotbar below. Click on it to summon the crate mule within your environment.
How to Carry More Crates?
Crate mules come in Tiers, and the crate mule tier you will get through the above method is random. Tier 1 crate mules get to carry just 1 small crate, but Tier 2 crate mules can carry 2 small crates. Plus, you get to add one small crate to your character, which increases your carry load.
FAQs
Are Crate Mules important?
Yes, they are beneficial for early game money farming. You get to quickly transport small crates across shorter distances to make a profit.
Can my Crate Mule get attacked?
Yes, other players can attack your crate mule and steal your goods. If you die, your mule is open for attack for a short while before it despawns.
How do I mount a Crate Mule?
Press G or your assigned key to mount to get on your crate mule.
Are Crate Mules tradable?
Yes, you get to trade crate mules with other players, which is a great way to get high tiered mules.
Is there a movement penalty for Crate Mules?
No, there are no movement penalties while using a crate mule, so you get to ride them at high speeds throughout your journey.
Can I place bigger crates on my mule?
No, crate mules are meant to carry small crates. For larger crates, go for a caravan instead.
