Check out how to use and command Phobos the Horse to assist you on your journey in Assassin's Creed Odyssey!!!
What is Phobos?
Hasty Steed Companion
Phobos is a horse companion that you get during your adventure. Phobos will come to you with your command and gives you a speed boost when traveling on land.
Obtainable from Markos during Main Mission
Phobos will be given to you by Markos early on in the game; during first Chapter of Episode 1. You will be given a choice from 3 horses, but they will all be called Phobos regardless.
Check Out Episode 1 GuideUsing Phobos Effectively
Cover Ground Significantly Faster
Phobos will give you a significant speed boost, enabling you to cover ground faster and to outrun your enemies; including Mercenaries.
Weapon Available On Horseback
You will be able to fight even on horseback with your melee and bows. You may use his speed to strike enemies or hunt down animals on the move.
Being Damaged Will Knock You Off
You will lose balance and fall off Phobos if you are damaged while riding on Phobos. Keep moving to avoid damage during combat.
Use "Follow the Road" to Travel to Objectives
You can have Phobos take control and follow down the road or head for mission points automatically. Use this function to travel to your objective quicker.
Phobos Controls
| Controls | Description |
|---|---|
| Hold D-Pad Down | Call Phobos |
| Left Stick | Control |
| △ | Ride |
| Hold ○ | Dismount |
| Hold L1 + ✕ | Jump Off |
| Hold ✕ | Follow Road |
| △ (While Following Road) (With Quest Activated) | Head to Quest Location |
Phobos Skin List
Phobos will have cosmetic skins available on the in-game store or Blacksmiths in local settlements. These skins will be purely cosmetic and will not have any stat boosts.
Skin List
| Skins | Description |
|---|---|
 | Default Skin |
 | Sold in Blacksmith (Megala) |
 | Sold in In-game Store |
| Sold in In-game Store |
 | Sold in In-game Store |
 | Sold in In-game Store |
 | Sold in In-game Store |
 | Sold in In-game Store |
