Many times as i travel through the vast continent of Tyria (guildwars 2 world). I kept saying to myself, it would been great to be able to have a mount (For PVE).
ie: Ride on a Moa, or Warg, having a Whale as an underwater mount .
I think the purpose is for the added “speed boost” in travelling places to places. But these pets will have to cost u of course, like the cost of food to feed it overtime. and etc. Has to be manageable for players to somewhat afford, because the Mount pets are an investment that cost overtime.
But also, for PVE purposes, While mounted on a pet, the player would have Attack Skills and (1) Defensive Skill that suits the player type of classe so that a player can engage in a battle while still on a mount.
For example: A Caster-Type like an Elementalist, Will only use a staff animation to cast range spells skills to attack while on a mount.
A Melee-Type like a Warrior, Will use a Sword animation to attack close range, and Sword specific attack skills while on mount.
A Mid-line Type class, like a Ranger, Will use Short bows animation to attack mid range with its specific skills while on Mount.
I believe these skills dont necessary have to be really powerful, but atleast have the added bonus that a player can still do damage and also heal while traversing the PVE World map. (No purpose for mounts in Dungeons.)
If anyone have added suggestions feel free to post.