On the topic of Chocobos, what is the reason, if any, for adopting them as war mounts over horses? Every Ishgardian I’ve met adores the birds more than their kids, yet gave me a strange look seeing my horse. ——— The equine native to Coerthas were unicorns. Mounting them has historically been dangerous, especially from the front. Tis one of many reasons chocobos were the preferable mount.