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The '''Mechanostrider''' is a construct which vaguely resembles a mechanized tallstrider. Small oval lamps replace its eyes, while great mufflers extend where its tailfeathers should be.{{Cite|MG|104}}
 
   
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The '''Northridge Lumber Mill Crate''' is located in [[Northridge Lumber Camp]] of [[Western Plaguelands]]. {{coords|48.4|31.9|Western Plaguelands}}
When gnomes set out to explore the world once again after their city's fall, they soon realized that they needed reliable mechanical mounts{{Cite|MG|104}}, because they were mocked for their short stature and slow land speed.{{Cite|MM&M|194}}. Tired of being mocked, the gnomes developed these revolutionary modes of travel.{{Cite|MM&M|194}} One ingenious gnome spied a flock of tallstriders and remarked upon their grace and strength. Soon after was born the mechanostrider, which quickly became a favorite mount of all gnome-kind.{{Cite|MG|104}} Using steam compression and duro-steel plating, the finest gnomish tinkers created these ostrich-like striders to use as mounts. The Mechanostrider can move at speeds up to 30 mph. This is the one device that gnomes refuse to restructure for their larger allies. All gnome tinkers agree that the striders are only available for small humanoids. Although some goblins have purchased striders for themselves, most of these striders have only proud gnomish passengers.{{Cite|MM&M|194}} This mechanostrider represents an older model and, while outdated, is a viable and cheaper vehicle. The current model is mechanostrider v. 2.0 (see below){{Cite|MG|104}}
 
   
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The sturdy crate sits in the middle of the lumber mill surrounded by debris and very zealous followers of the [[Scarlet Crusade]].
The gnomes' revolutionary mechanostrider represents yet another marvel of their engineering prowess. Each strider is specifically designed with the individual rider in mind. They are constructed using state-of-the-art steam compression, servo-motor dynamics, and duro-steel plating. This offers the rider a reliable and durable means of transportation. Some claim that the mechanostrider's lack of true sentience makes for a very dumb mount. However, the gnomes counter that under a skilled rider, the mechanostrider is more responsive than even the best trained live mount.[http://www.worldofwarcraft.com/info/basics/mounts/mechanostriders.html]
 
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==Objective of==
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You can place the {{item|Barrel of Plagueland Termites}} on top of the crate for the quests:
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* [[Quest:A Plague Upon Thee (Horde 2)]]
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* [[Quest:A Plague Upon Thee (Alliance 2)]]
   
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==External links==
They were made for long distance treks through [[Khaz Modan]] and for trade between [[Ironforge]] and [[Gnomeregan]]. They have since become a widespread multi-use vehicle for all [[Gnome]]s.
 
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[[Category:Fixed devices]]
Mechanostriders can be purchased at [[Steelgrill's Depot]] in [[Dun Morogh]]. Non-gnomes must be [[Exalted]] with [[Gnomeregan]] to buy a mechanostrider, and only Gnomes and Dwarves are able to ride them.
 
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[[Category:Western Plaguelands objects]]
 
For other things to ride, see [[Mounts]].
 
 
 
==Mechanostrider v. 2.0 (Mechanized Tallstrider)==
 
The mechanostrider 2.0 is the current version of the vehicle that the gnomish race employs. While these constructs are as dumb as a brick (and even some bricks are smarter, it is said...), they are reliable mounts and, when handled by the best mechanoriders, better than live mounts. A mechanostrider fights only when ordered to or threatened, lashing out with its sharp beak and claws, or simply hammering at the danger with its heavy metallic head.{{Cite|MG|104}}
 
 
This may be describing the epic mount.
 
 
== Epic Mount ==
 
[[image:EpicMechastrider.png|250px|thumb|]]
 
An epic mount for sale at [[Steelgrill's Depot]]. The PvP mount is the Black Battlestrider.
 
 
*The original epic mount variants ([[Icy Blue Mechanostrider Mod A]] and [[White Mechanostrider Mod A]]) used the original art. These varieties are no longer offered.
 
 
 
=== Extra info ===
 
*The Mechanostrider is the only mount that is non-organic, although technically the Paladin [[Warhorse]] and [[Charger]] are summoned, magical mounts.
 
*Give them wings and then they are a possible flying mount.
 
*They look similar to Final Fantasy's Chocobo, which is also a sort of mount in the series.
 
*They are also similar to [[Tallstrider|plainstriders]], a common enemy in World of Warcraft.
 
*With an exception to the Battlestrider (obtained by PvP), the Mechanostrider can only be bought, and cannot be obtained through drops.
 
*The rare mounts come in red, blue, green, and unpainted, and the epic mounts come in green, yellow, white, and black (PvP only).
 
 
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[[Category:Mechanicals]]
 
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Northridge Lumber Mill Crate

The Northridge Lumber Mill Crate is located in Northridge Lumber Camp of Western Plaguelands. [48.4, 31.9]VZ-Western PlaguelandsBlip

The sturdy crate sits in the middle of the lumber mill surrounded by debris and very zealous followers of the Scarlet Crusade.

Objective of

You can place the Inv cask 01 [Barrel of Plagueland Termites] on top of the crate for the quests:

External links