How do I unlock the Missouri Fox Trotter in RDR2?

The Missouri Fox Trotter is one of the best horses in Red Dead Redemption 2, known for its speed, stamina, and calm temperament. To unlock this horse, you need to progress through the game and meet specific requirements. The Missouri Fox Trotter becomes available in Chapter 2, but the most reliable method to obtain it is during the Epilogue or by exploiting a specific in-game glitch.\n\nTo unlock the Missouri Fox Trotter, you must first complete the mission ''Exit Pursued by a Bruised Ego'' in Chapter 2. This mission introduces you to horse stables and allows you to purchase horses. However, the Missouri Fox Trotter is not available for purchase until later in the game. During the Epilogue, you can buy it from the Scarlet Meadows Stable in Lemoyne for $950. This is the most straightforward method, but it requires patience and progression through the story.\n\nFor players who want the Missouri Fox Trotter earlier, there is a glitch that can be exploited in Chapter 2. Near Moonstone Pond in the Grizzlies East region, a random event spawns where a woman asks for help with her injured horse. If you approach her, she will ask you to ride to a nearby town for medicine. During this event, her horse is a Missouri Fox Trotter. To exploit this, you can either let the horse die or scare it away, then track it down and tame it. This method is risky and requires precise timing, but it allows you to obtain the horse early.\n\nAnother method involves the Albert Mason stranger mission in Chapter 2. During the mission ''The Veteran,'' you can encounter a wild Missouri Fox Trotter. To obtain it, you must carefully track the horse after the mission ends. This requires patience and skill, as the horse will flee if you spook it. Use your Eagle Eye ability to track its trail and approach it slowly. Once close enough, calm the horse and mount it to break it in.\n\nWhen attempting to tame or track the Missouri Fox Trotter, it''s important to have a good supply of Horse Reviver and Horse Stimulant. These items can help you recover the horse if it gets injured or exhausted during the process. Additionally, having a high bonding level with your current horse can make it easier to manage the situation, as a loyal horse will follow commands more reliably.\n\nIn summary, the Missouri Fox Trotter can be unlocked by purchasing it in the Epilogue or by exploiting specific in-game events and glitches. While the purchase method is straightforward, the glitch and mission-based methods require more effort and skill. Regardless of the method you choose, the Missouri Fox Trotter is a valuable addition to your stable, offering excellent speed and stamina for long rides across the map.\n\nPractical tips for obtaining the Missouri Fox Trotter include saving your game before attempting any risky methods, such as the Moonstone Pond glitch or the Albert Mason mission. This allows you to reload if something goes wrong. Additionally, always carry Horse Reviver and Stimulant to ensure the horse''s safety during the process. Finally, practice your tracking and taming skills on other wild horses to improve your chances of success with the Missouri Fox Trotter.