Hardcore Classes Enhanced

40 lore-based character archetypes for WoW Classic Hardcore. Pick an enhanced class and the addon tracks your challenge rules, gear restrictions, quest milestones, and talent requirements as you level.

v0.8.6 WoW Classic Era 40 Enhanced Classes

Real-Time Tracking

The addon monitors equipment, talents, quests, challenges, and more in real time. Violations are flagged instantly with alerts.

Requirements Panel

A persistent, draggable checklist: green checkmarks for met rules, red crosses for violations, grey for level-locked requirements. Access via /hce panel.

Auto-Detection

Your enhanced class is determined by race, gender, and class. The addon detects it on login. Use /hce pick to choose manually.

Installation

Drop the HardcoreClassesEnhanced folder into your Interface/AddOns directory. Works with Classic Era (Interface 11507).

⚔️ Warrior

Mountain King

Mountain King

Spec: Protection · Race: Dwarf · Gender: Male · Self-Found: Yes

The mountain kings are the mightiest dwarven warriors under the mountain. Wielding warhammers, hand axes, and shields, these fierce fighters live only for battle. Dedicated to safeguarding the Alliance.

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
Mail/plateLv 1Must wear mail or plate in all possible slots
No nonsenseLv 1Cannot learn any professions

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
Show helmLv 1
Mace or axeLv 1
ShieldLv 5
Flask trinketLv 44
Horned helmLv 44

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
Last StandProtection1Lv 20
Improved Shield BlockProtection1Lv 21
Concussion BlowProtection1Lv 30
Shield SlamProtection1Lv 40
Anger ManagementArms1Lv 51

Quest Milestones (Ironforge Loyalist)

QuestBy Level
In Defense of the King's LandsLv 17
The Absent Minded ProspectorLv 24
Defeat Nek'roshLv 32
The Lost Tablets of WillLv 45
Rise, Obsidion!Lv 52
The Princess's SurpriseLv 59
Sister of Steel

Sister of Steel

Spec: Protection · Race: Dwarf · Gender: Female · Self-Found: Yes

Sisters of Steel are dwarf warrior-smiths who forge their own weapons and armor. They fight with ephemeral gear, never repairing what breaks, always crafting anew.

Professions (Required)

  • Blacksmithing

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
EphemeralLv 1Cannot repair gear
Self-madeLv 1Can only equip self-crafted or white/grey items (jewelry, cloak exempt)

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
Last StandProtection1Lv 20
Improved Shield BlockProtection1Lv 21
Improved ChargeArms2Lv 28
Improved OverpowerArms2Lv 33
Tactical MasteryArms5Lv 35
DeflectionArms5Lv 39
Sweeping StrikesArms1Lv 42
DefianceProtection5Lv 47
Concussion BlowProtection1Lv 51

Quest Milestones (The Mithril Order)

QuestBy Level
Supplying the FrontLv 12
Jarl Needs a BladeLv 35
Expert Blacksmith!Lv 45
Did You Lose This?Lv 50
Brewmaster

Brewmaster

Spec: Fury · Race: Any · Self-Found: Yes

Brewmasters are masters of crafting drinks that grant special abilities. Sturdy brawlers who use liquid fortification and unpredictable movement. They use staves to fight and wear robes as well as exotic armor.

Professions (Required)

  • Alchemy
  • Cooking

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
ExoticLv 1Cannot equip uncommon quality gear

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
Hide helmLv 1
Show cloakLv 1
RobeLv 5
StaffLv 10
Dragonbreath chiliLv 40
Flask trinketLv 50

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
Improved CleaveFury3Lv 23
Improved SlamFury5Lv 35
FlurryFury5Lv 41

Quest Milestones (Brew Guzzler)

QuestBy Level
The Perfect Stout (A)Lv 9
Dry Times (A)Lv 15
Chen's Empty Keg (H)Lv 24
Smart Drinks (H)Lv 20
Runemaster

Runemaster

Spec: Fury · Race: Tauren · Self-Found: No

Runemasters are tauren warriors who inscribe their bodies with sacred runes and fight with primal fury. Wielding fist weapons and enchanting their own gear, they embrace the raw power of nature.

Professions (Required)

  • Enchanting

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
Leather/mailLv 1Leather only until level 40, then leather or mail
All-out AssaultLv 1Cannot switch to Defensive Stance

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
Hide helmLv 1
Hide cloakLv 1
No chestLv 1
Fist weaponsLv 10
KiltLv 25

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
CrueltyFury5Lv 14
Blood CrazeFury3Lv 23
EnrageFury5Lv 29
FlurryFury5Lv 39
BloodthirstFury1Lv 40
Dual Wield SpecializationFury5Lv 41

Quest Milestones (Naturalist Scribe)

QuestBy Level
The Venture Co.Lv 10
Keeper of the FlameLv 20
The WeaverLv 22
Revenge of GannLv 26
Hostile TakeoverLv 36
Venture Company MiningLv 41
Summoning the PrincessLv 50
Berserker

Berserker

Spec: Protection · Race: Troll · Self-Found: Yes

Troll berserkers enter a frenzied rage in battle, wielding axes with reckless abandon. Fueled by alchemy and tribal honor, they fight for the Darkspear.

Professions (Required)

  • Alchemy

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
Leather/mailLv 1Leather only until level 40, then leather or mail

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
Hide cloakLv 1
Hide helmLv 1
AxesLv 10
ThrownLv 10
Rage potionLv 25

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
CrueltyFury5Lv 14
Blood CrazeFury3Lv 23
EnrageFury5Lv 29
FlurryFury5Lv 39
BloodthirstFury1Lv 40
Dual Wield SpecializationFury5Lv 41
Last StandProtection1Lv 52
DefianceProtection5Lv 57

Quest Milestones (Darkspear Loyalist)

QuestBy Level
ZalazaneLv 10
Troll CharmLv 24
Trol'kalarLv 42
Saving YennikuLv 46
Blademaster

Blademaster

Spec: Arms · Race: Orc · Self-Found: No

In orc society, blademasters are legendary warriors of the Burning Blade clan. Blazegrease is liberally applied to their swords and axes before battle. Most let the inevitable contact of blades and armor spark the blazegrease for unpredictable intimidation.

Recommended Profession

Enchanting — 90 Enchanting is needed to blaze your weapon with Minor Beastslaying.

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
ExoticLv 1Cannot equip uncommon quality gear

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
Hide helmLv 1
Hide cloakLv 1
No chestLv 1
2h swordLv 5
Blazing weaponLv 20
KatanaLv 21

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
Improved OverpowerArms2Lv 21
ImpaleArms2Lv 26
Sword SpecializationArms5Lv 35
Two-Handed Weapon SpecializationArms5Lv 37
Mortal StrikeArms1Lv 40

Quest Milestones (Orgrimmar Loyalist)

QuestBy Level
Hidden EnemiesLv 16
King of the FoulwealdLv 26
The CorrupterLv 37
Service to the HordeLv 40
Continued ThreatLv 45
The Princess Saved?Lv 59
Brave

Brave

Spec: Arms · Race: Tauren · Self-Found: Yes

Braves are the tauren's frontline warriors, wielding polearms with pride and fighting to protect their homeland of Mulgore and beyond. They serve the Thunderbluff with honor.

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
Leather/mailLv 1Leather only until level 40, then leather or mail

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
Hide cloakLv 1
Hide helmLv 1
No shirtLv 1
War harnessLv 8
PolearmLv 20

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
Improved OverpowerArms2Lv 21
ImpaleArms2Lv 26
Two-Handed Weapon SpecializationArms5Lv 37
Polearm SpecializationArms5Lv 39
Mortal StrikeArms1Lv 40

Quest Milestones (Thunderbluff Loyalist)

QuestBy Level
Rites of the EarthmotherLv 14
Earthen AriseLv 20
Grimtotem SpyingLv 28
Final PassageLv 36
Zukk'ash ReportLv 48
Glyphed Oaken BranchLv 56

🗡️ Rogue

Tinker

Tinker

Spec: Combat · Race: Gnome · Self-Found: Yes

Tinkers are gnomish rogues who rely on engineering gadgets and mechanical ingenuity over stealth. Armed with maces and guns, they solve problems with technology.

Professions (Required)

  • Engineering

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
OvertLv 1Cannot use Stealth or Vanish
Off-the-shelfLv 1Can only equip gear sold by vendors

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
Show helmLv 1
MacesLv 10
GunLv 10
Flying tiger gogglesLv 20–29
Green-tinted gogglesLv 30–39
Engineering trinketsLv 35
Gnomish gogglesLv 40

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
RiposteCombat1Lv 22
Mace SpecializationCombat5Lv 35
AggressionCombat3Lv 40
Dual Wield SpecializationCombat5Lv 41

Quest Milestones (Gadgetist)

QuestBy Level
A Dark Threat LoomsLv 20
Data RescueLv 30
Show Your WorkLv 47
An OOX of Your OwnLv 50

Companion / Pet / Mount

  • Companion: Mechanical (Lv 45)
Prospector

Prospector

Spec: Subtlety · Race: Dwarf · Self-Found: Yes

Subterranean realms demand a different sort of scout. Prospectors focus their efforts on dark, enclosed places underground. They wander the world searching for untapped veins of ore. Dwarven prospectors are proficient with all simple and martial weapons and light armor.

Professions (Required)

  • Mining

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
ScoutLv 1Cannot equip rare or epic quality items

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
Show helmLv 1
DaggerLv 10
GunLv 10
Prospector headgearLv 32
Prospector's pickLv 35

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
Remorseless AttacksAssassination2Lv 11
OpportunitySubtlety5Lv 16
Improved AmbushSubtlety3Lv 25
Improved SapSubtlety3Lv 34
PremeditationSubtlety1Lv 42

Quest Milestones (Dungeoneer)

QuestBy Level
Cave MushroomsLv 17
Collecting MemoriesLv 18
Search for IncendiciteLv 22
Rethban OreLv 24
A King's TributeLv 31
Favor for KrazekLv 37
Restoring the NecklaceLv 44
Delivering the RelicLv 45
The Mighty U'chaLv 55
Buccaneer

Buccaneer

Spec: Assassination · Race: Any · Self-Found: Yes

Buccaneers are seafaring hunters who sail between ports, taming jungle beasts and wielding guns alongside rapiers. They live by the pirate's code, answering to no crown, with a parrot on one shoulder and a cutlass in hand.

Professions (Required)

  • Fishing

Recommended Profession

Tailoring — Needed to craft Captain's Hat (240 Tailoring).

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
ScavengerLv 1Cannot equip quest reward gear (except white/grey)

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
Show helmLv 1
DaggerLv 10
GunLv 10
Pirate bladeLv 20
Captain's hatLv 45

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
Remorseless AttacksAssassination2Lv 11
Improved BackstabCombat3Lv 19
LethalityAssassination5Lv 33
Improved Kidney ShotAssassination3Lv 41
Seal FateAssassination5Lv 47
OpportunitySubtlety5Lv 53

Quest Milestones (Treasure Hunter)

QuestBy Level
Stolen BootyLv 16
Claim Rackmore's Treasure!Lv 36
Sunken TreasureLv 40
Cuergo's GoldLv 45

Companion / Pet / Mount

  • Companion: Parrot (Lv 15)
Warden

Warden

Spec: Assassination · Race: Night Elf · Gender: Female · Self-Found: Yes

Wardens are night elf assassins who serve as the jailors and executioners of their people. Wielding daggers and thrown weapons, they craft their own gear and hunt enemies of Darnassus.

Recommended Profession

Leatherworking — A self-made assassin should know how to work with leather.

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
Self-madeLv 1Can only equip self-crafted or white/grey items (jewelry, cloak exempt)

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
Show cloakLv 1
DaggersLv 1
RobeLv 5
ThrownLv 10

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
Remorseless AttacksAssassination2Lv 11
Improved BackstabCombat3Lv 19
LethalityAssassination5Lv 33
Improved PoisonsAssassination5Lv 39
Vile PoisonsAssassination5Lv 44
Seal FateAssassination5Lv 50
OpportunitySubtlety5Lv 55
Improved Kidney ShotAssassination3Lv 58

Quest Milestones (Darnassus Loyalist)

QuestBy Level
Sathrah's SacrificeLv 12
Raene's CleansingLv 30
Rise of the SilithidLv 46
The Mystery of MorrowgrainLv 50
Calm Before the StormLv 54

Companion / Pet / Mount

  • Companion: Owl (Lv 10)
Demon Hunter

Demon Hunter

Spec: Combat · Race: Night Elf · Self-Found: Yes

Demon hunters, the disciples of Illidan Stormrage, uphold a dark legacy. The Illidari embrace fel and chaotic magics, believing them necessary to challenge the Burning Legion. They wield twin blades shirtless and operate outside traditional society.

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
ScavengerLv 1Cannot equip quest reward gear (except white/grey)

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
Hide cloakLv 1
Hide helmLv 1
SwordsLv 1
No chestLv 1
KiltLv 25

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
RiposteCombat1Lv 22
Lightning ReflexesCombat5Lv 25
Sword SpecializationCombat5Lv 35
Weapon ExpertiseCombat2Lv 37
Dual Wield SpecializationCombat5Lv 38
Ghostly StrikeSubtlety1Lv 53
SetupSubtlety2Lv 59

Quest Milestones (The Legion Shall Fall)

QuestBy Level
The Blackwood CorruptedLv 18
The Tower of AlthalaxxLv 31
Satyr Slaying!Lv 32
A Land Filled with HatredLv 47
Ancient SpiritLv 56
A Final BlowLv 58
Dark Ranger

Dark Ranger

Spec: Subtlety · Race: Undead · Self-Found: Yes

Dark Rangers are undead rangers who served the high elves in life but now fight for the Forsaken. Masters of the bow and shadow, they operate as deadly solo agents.

Recommended Profession

Tailoring — Needed to craft Azure Silk Hood (125 Tailoring).

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
ScoutLv 1Cannot equip rare or epic quality items

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
Show cloakLv 1
Show helmLv 1
Dagger and swordLv 10
BowLv 12
Ranger capeLv 25
Ranger hoodLv 25

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
Remorseless AttacksAssassination2Lv 11
Improved GougeCombat3Lv 14
OpportunitySubtlety5Lv 19
CamouflageSubtlety5Lv 24
Improved AmbushSubtlety3Lv 28
Improved SapSubtlety3Lv 37
PremeditationSubtlety1Lv 45

Quest Milestones (Test of the Solo Archer)

QuestBy Level
ArachnophobiaLv 21
Bloodfury BloodlineLv 26
ArikaraLv 28
Hypercapacitor GizmoLv 30
Vorrel's RevengeLv 33
ExcelsiorLv 38
Big Game HunterLv 43
Wanted - Deathclasp, Terror of the SandsLv 59

🔮 Warlock

Pyremaster

Pyremaster

Spec: Destruction · Race: Orc · Self-Found: Yes

Orcs burn their dead. Founded in the mysteries of certain cults on Draenor, the pyremaster is the enactor of ritual. This funerary priest guides the dead through fire so their naked spirits may conquer the elements.

Professions (Required)

  • Cooking

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
ExoticLv 1Cannot equip uncommon quality gear
ImpLv 1Must always use the Imp as your demon pet

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
No wandsLv 1
Flint and tinderLv 10
1.5 speed daggerLv 15
FirestoneLv 25
Dragonbreath chiliLv 40

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
Improved ImpDemonology3Lv 12
Improved CorruptionAffliction5Lv 17
Improved FireboltDestruction2Lv 29
RuinDestruction1Lv 38
EmberstormDestruction5Lv 49

Quest Milestones (Fiery Garments & Rituals)

QuestBy Level
Keeper of the FlameLv 22
Dangerous!Lv 28
The Sacred FlameLv 29
Rig WarsLv 35
A Taste of FlameLv 58

Companion / Pet / Mount

  • Mount: Wolf (Lv 44)
Death Knight

Death Knight

Spec: Demonology · Race: Undead · Gender: Male · Self-Found: Yes

Death knights are melee fighters that wield dark magic. Originally created by Gul'dan during the Second War as orc warlocks placed into the bodies of fallen human knights. They command necrotic magic, skeletal steeds, and hit with their truncheons.

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
DrifterLv 1Cannot use hearthstone or bank
Old HordeLv 1Mustn't become Revered with Orgrimmar
VoidwalkerLv 10Cannot summon any demons besides the Voidwalker

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
Show cloakLv 1
Show helmLv 1
No wandsLv 1
SwordLv 5–33
CowlLv 25
Armored weaponLv 34
140 staminaLv 40
Armored ringsLv 45
Armored trinketLv 45
180 staminaLv 50

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
Demonic EmbraceDemonology5Lv 14
Improved VoidwalkerDemonology3Lv 17
Unholy PowerDemonology5Lv 32
Master DemonologistDemonology5Lv 39
Soul LinkDemonology1Lv 40
Improved CorruptionAffliction5Lv 45
ShadowburnDestruction1Lv 56

Quest Milestones (Serving the Old Horde)

QuestBy Level
The Book of UrLv 26
The Star, the Hand and the HeartLv 44
Set Them Ablaze!Lv 52
Helcular's RevengeLv 55
A Taste of FlameLv 58

Companion / Pet / Mount

  • Mount: Skeletal horse (Lv 44)
Necromancer

Necromancer

Spec: Affliction · Race: Any · Self-Found: Alliance only

Insidious magicians whose lust to delve into the dark arts drove them to forsake their very souls. The Lich King granted these sorcerers true power over life in exchange for their loyalty. Necromancers are not Warlocks — they cannot summon demons.

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
ScavengerLv 1Cannot equip quest reward gear (except white/grey)
No demonsLv 1Cannot summon a demon pet or mount

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
Show helmLv 1
RobeLv 1
Shadow wandLv 15
Necromancer hatLv 30
Skull off-handLv 30–59
Necromancer robeLv 40
Book of necromancyLv 60

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
Improved CorruptionAffliction5Lv 14
Improved Drain LifeAffliction5Lv 21
Fel ConcentrationAffliction5Lv 27
Shadow MasteryAffliction5Lv 39

Companion / Pet / Mount

  • Companion: Cat (Lv 10)

🐻 Druid

Druid of the Claw

Druid of the Claw

Spec: Feral · Race: Night Elf · Self-Found: Yes

The Druids of the Claw are charged with the protection of Val'sharah from any who would disrupt the balance of nature. When they transform into bears, they become ferocious physical combatants. They live a secluded life, rarely going into towns or cities.

Recommended Profession

Alchemy — Needed to craft Elixir of Fortitude (175 Alchemy).

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
PartisanLv 1Cannot equip looted gear (except white/grey)
DrifterLv 1Cannot use hearthstone or bank

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
Armored off-handLv 25
Armored weaponLv 34
Armored ringsLv 45

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
Feral ChargeFeral1Lv 21
Primal FuryFeral2Lv 27
Faerie Fire (Feral)Feral1Lv 31
Leader of the PackFeral1Lv 41

Quest Milestones (Naturalist)

QuestBy Level
The EscapeLv 18
Reception from TyrandeLv 28
Hostile TakeoverLv 36
Venture Company MiningLv 41
Dragonsworn

Dragonsworn

Spec: Balance · Race: Night Elf · Self-Found: Yes

Dragonsworn are druids who pray to the Green Dragonflight rather than wild gods. They cannot shapeshift, instead channeling pure arcane and nature magic. They wear Dreamweave armor.

Recommended Profession

Herbalism, Tailoring — Needed to craft the Dreamweave armor set.

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
HomeboundLv 1Can't leave home continent
TruecasterLv 1Cannot shapeshift

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
Green shirtLv 10
Dreamweave glovesLv 45
Dreamweave vestLv 45
Dreamweave kiltLv 48
Dreamweave circletLv 50

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
Improved MoonfireBalance5Lv 20
VengeanceBalance5Lv 29
MoonfuryBalance5Lv 39
Improved Healing TouchRestoration5Lv 49
ReflectionRestoration3Lv 53
Nature's SwiftnessRestoration1Lv 60

Quest Milestones (Serving the Green Dragonflight)

QuestBy Level
The Sleeper Has AwakenedLv 20
In NightmaresLv 25
Satyr Slaying!Lv 32
Extinguishing the IdolLv 37
Further CorruptionLv 54
Plagueshifter

Plagueshifter

Spec: Restoration · Race: Tauren · Self-Found: Yes

The Horde formed the plagueshifters, charged with reclaiming the Plaguelands. Using their shapeshifting powers to adapt to tainted environments, they study the plague to turn disease against those who created it.

Recommended Profession

Leatherworking — Needed to craft Wolfshead Helm (225 Leatherworking).

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
ExoticLv 1Cannot equip uncommon quality gear
PurifierLv 60Reach Honored reputation with Argent Dawn

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
Show helmLv 1
80 strengthLv 30
Jungle remedyLv 35
100 strength & intellectLv 40
Powershifting helmLv 45
200 intellectLv 50

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
Omen of ClarityBalance1Lv 20
FerocityFeral5Lv 25
FurorRestoration5Lv 30
Improved Healing TouchRestoration5Lv 35
ReflectionRestoration3Lv 38
Natural ShapeshifterBalance3Lv 41
Nature's SwiftnessRestoration1Lv 49
Improved TranquilityRestoration2Lv 51

Quest Milestones (Purging the Undead)

QuestBy Level
The Family CryptLv 13
Assault on Fenris IsleLv 24
An Unholy AllianceLv 36
Ghost-o-plasm Round UpLv 39
Spiritual UnrestLv 47
Poisoned WaterLv 56
Mission Accomplished!Lv 58
Savagekin

Savagekin

Spec: Balance · Race: Any · Self-Found: Yes

The most primal of druids, savagekin bear an ancient but obscure legacy. They surrender themselves to the natural world, spending most of their time in animal form. They constantly battle the inner beasts that threaten to consume them.

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
HomeboundLv 1Can't leave home continent
DrifterLv 1Cannot use hearthstone or bank

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
125 intellectLv 40
Armored ringLv 45
200 intellectLv 50

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
Improved MoonfireBalance5Lv 20
VengeanceBalance5Lv 29
Moonkin FormBalance1Lv 40

Quest Milestones (Naturalist)

QuestBy Level
Cleansing of the Infected (A)Lv 16
The Escape (A)Lv 18
The Venture Co. (H)Lv 10
Samophlange (H)Lv 16

🏹 Hunter

Beastmaster

Beastmaster

Spec: Beast Mastery · Race: Orc · Self-Found: Yes

Beastmasters are orc hunters who devote their lives to commanding powerful wild beasts. They reject civilized firearms. Their pets are brothers, not tools — and their death is permanent. They seek to hunt the biggest and most challenging game.

Professions (Required)

  • Leatherworking

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
ScoutLv 1Cannot equip rare or epic quality items
Mortal petsLv 1Hunter pets that die stay dead

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
Show helmLv 1
No gunsLv 1
Beastslaying cloakLv 20
Beastslaying glovesLv 30
Beastslaying melee weaponLv 35
Wolf helmLv 45
Beastslaying ranged weaponLv 50

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
Endurance TrainingBeast Mastery5Lv 14
FerocityBeast Mastery5Lv 31
Spirit BondBeast Mastery2Lv 33
FrenzyBeast Mastery5Lv 41
Monster SlayingSurvival3Lv 44

Quest Milestones (Big Game Hunter)

QuestBy Level
Isha AwakLv 27
Big Game HunterLv 43
The Bait for Lar'korwiLv 56
Past EndeavorsLv 59

Companion / Pet / Mount

  • Companion: Prairie dog (Lv 10)
Mountaineer

Mountaineer

Spec: Marksmanship · Race: Dwarf · Self-Found: Yes

Mountaineers are dwarven rangers using custom-built rifles and massive axes. They are a prized division of the Ironforge Army and have fought in many battles. Most wear green uniforms.

Professions (Required)

  • Engineering

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
PartisanLv 1Cannot equip looted gear (except white/grey)
Self-made gunsLv 10Ranged weapon must be self-crafted via Engineering

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
Show cloakLv 1
Show helmLv 1
GunLv 1
2h axeLv 10
ScopeLv 15
Mountaineer capeLv 40
Mountaineer hoodLv 50

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
Aimed ShotMarksmanship1Lv 20
Mortal ShotsMarksmanship5Lv 29
Ranged Weapon SpecializationMarksmanship5Lv 39
Improved Aspect of the HawkBeast Mastery5Lv 45

Quest Milestones (Ironforge Loyalist)

QuestBy Level
In Defense of the King's LandsLv 17
The Absent Minded ProspectorLv 24
Defeat Nek'roshLv 32
The Lost Tablets of WillLv 45
Rise, Obsidion!Lv 52
The Princess's SurpriseLv 59

Companion / Pet / Mount

  • Hunter Pet: Bear (Lv 10)
Elven Ranger

Elven Ranger

Spec: Survival · Race: Night Elf · Self-Found: Yes

Elven Rangers of the Night Elves are elite ranged combatants specializing in archery, tracking, and woodland warfare. Turning to nature itself for aid, they possess minor druidic abilities expressed in their traps. They operate solo, without animal pets.

Recommended Profession

Tailoring — Needed to craft Azure Silk Hood & Cloak (175 Tailoring).

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
Lone WolfLv 1Cannot summon a pet
ScoutLv 1Cannot equip rare or epic quality items

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
Show cloakLv 1
Show helmLv 1
BowLv 1
SwordsLv 20
Ranger capeLv 25
Ranger hoodLv 25

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
Savage StrikesSurvival2Lv 16
EntrapmentSurvival5Lv 21
Clever TrapsSurvival2Lv 24
Trap MasterySurvival2Lv 26
CounterattackSurvival1Lv 30
Killer InstinctSurvival3Lv 33

Quest Milestones (Darnassus Loyalist)

QuestBy Level
Sathrah's SacrificeLv 12
Answered QuestionsLv 30
Rise of the SilithidLv 46
The Mystery of MorrowgrainLv 50
Wildkin of EluneLv 57
Wilderness Stalker

Wilderness Stalker

Spec: Survival · Race: Troll · Self-Found: Yes

Troll wilderness stalkers are hunters who forsake civilization to live among the wilds, wielding thrown weapons and axes. They roam free, loyal to the Darkspear tribe.

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
Cloth/leatherLv 1Can only wear cloth or leather armor
DrifterLv 1Cannot use hearthstone or bank

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
AxesLv 1
ThrownLv 10

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
Savage StrikesSurvival2Lv 16
EntrapmentSurvival5Lv 21
Clever TrapsSurvival2Lv 24
Trap MasterySurvival2Lv 26
CounterattackSurvival1Lv 30
Killer InstinctSurvival3Lv 33

Quest Milestones (Darkspear Loyalist)

QuestBy Level
ZalazaneLv 10
Troll CharmLv 24
Trol'kalarLv 42
Saving YennikuLv 46

Companion / Pet / Mount

  • Hunter Pet: Wolf (Lv 10)

⚡ Shaman

Earthcaller

Earthcaller

Spec: Enhancement · Race: Any · Self-Found: Yes

Earthcallers are mighty warrior shamans who embrace the spirits to assist them in battles. They have mastery of elemental earth, the toughest and strongest of the elements. They wear strong and durable armor and shields.

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
ExoticLv 1Cannot equip uncommon quality gear
Rockbiter WeaponLv 2Must use Rockbiter Weapon enchant

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
ShieldLv 5
1200 armorLv 30
3000 armorLv 50

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
Shield SpecializationEnhancement5Lv 14
FlurryEnhancement5Lv 29
ParryEnhancement1Lv 30
StormstrikeEnhancement1Lv 40
ReverberationElemental5Lv 56

Quest Milestones (Earthbender)

QuestBy Level
Earthen AriseLv 20
A New Ore SampleLv 29
Test of StrengthLv 30
Bracers of BindingLv 34
Study of the Elements: RockLv 42
Corruption of Earth and SeedLv 51
Witch Doctor

Witch Doctor

Spec: Restoration · Race: Troll · Self-Found: Yes

Witch doctors are spellcasters and alchemists. They utilize voodoo, arcane, shadow and nature magic, augmenting their abilities with juju, mojo and muisek. Ancestral staves and Rush'kah masks are used to call upon ancestors and loa.

Professions (Required)

  • Alchemy

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
DrifterLv 1Cannot use hearthstone or bank
Cloth/leatherLv 1Can only wear cloth or leather armor

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
Show helmLv 1
No shieldLv 1
Herb pouchLv 10
Witch doctor staffLv 11
Voodoo maskLv 45
Cursed amuletLv 45

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
Improved Healing WaveRestoration5Lv 14
Totemic FocusRestoration5Lv 19
Totemic MasteryRestoration1Lv 20
Restorative TotemsRestoration5Lv 29
Mana Tide TotemRestoration1Lv 40

Quest Milestones (Voodoo Magic)

QuestBy Level
Jin'Zil's Forest MagicLv 26
Stranglethorn FeverLv 45
Weapons of SpiritLv 50
Luck Be With YouLv 59

Companion / Pet / Mount

  • Companion: Frog (Lv 30)
Spiritwalker

Spiritwalker

Spec: Elemental · Race: Tauren · Self-Found: Yes

Spiritwalkers are mystical, white-furred tauren casters who travel far and wide. They carry lanterns to light shadowed spirit paths. They maintain the balance between the world of the living and the spirit realm.

Recommended Profession

Leatherworking — A self-made shaman should know how to work with leather.

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
Self-madeLv 1Can only equip self-crafted or white/grey items (jewelry, cloak exempt)

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
Hide helmLv 1
1h axeLv 10
LanternLv 24

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
Call of ThunderElemental5Lv 25
Improved Healing WaveRestoration5Lv 30
Elemental FuryElemental1Lv 35
Lightning MasteryElemental5Lv 44

Quest Milestones (Wander the land)

QuestBy Level
Weapons of ChoiceLv 24
Final PassageLv 36
Cortello's RiddleLv 51
It's Dangerous to Go AloneLv 56
Spirit Champion

Spirit Champion

Spec: Enhancement · Race: Orc · Self-Found: Yes

Spirit champions are orc shamans who fight with massive two-handed weapons enchanted with Windfury. Bare-chested and fearless, they channel the spirits of their ancestors.

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
Cloth/leatherLv 1Can only wear cloth or leather armor
Windfury WeaponLv 30Cannot use any other weapon enchant

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
Hide helmLv 1
Hide cloakLv 1
No chestLv 1
2h axe/maceLv 20

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
Two-Handed Axes and MacesEnhancement1Lv 20
Thundering StrikesEnhancement5Lv 22
Enhancing TotemsEnhancement2Lv 24
FlurryEnhancement5Lv 29
Elemental WeaponsEnhancement3Lv 33
StormstrikeEnhancement1Lv 40
Call of FlameElemental3Lv 48
Elemental DevastationElemental3Lv 58

Quest Milestones (Choose your weapon)

QuestBy Level
Weapons of ChoiceLv 24
Final PassageLv 36
Threat From the SeaLv 43
Mok'thardin's EnchantmentLv 44
Weapons of SpiritLv 50
The Perfect PoisonLv 60

🛡️ Paladin

Scarlet Champion

Scarlet Champion

Spec: Protection · Race: Human · Self-Found: Yes

The Scarlet Crusade is a fanatical sect dedicated to eradicating the undead from Lordaeron. You were raised in the Crusade but are now becoming aware of its corruption and twisted ethics.

Recommended Profession

Tailoring — Needed to craft Red Linen Shirt (40 Tailoring).

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
HomeboundLv 1Can't leave home continent
PurifierLv 60Reach Honored reputation with Argent Dawn

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
Show helmLv 1
Hide cloakLv 1
Red shirtLv 10
Scarlet tabardLv 40
Scarlet shouldersLv 40
Scarlet helmLv 40
Scarlet shieldLv 40
Scarlet chestpieceLv 45
Scarlet leggingsLv 45
Scarlet gauntletsLv 45
Scarlet bootsLv 45

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
ConsecrationHoly1Lv 20
RedoubtProtection5Lv 25
Improved Righteous FuryProtection3Lv 33
Shield SpecializationProtection3Lv 37
Blessing of SanctuaryProtection1Lv 41
ReckoningProtection5Lv 46
Holy ShieldProtection1Lv 51

Quest Milestones (Leaving the Cult)

QuestBy Level
Collecting MemoriesLv 18
Cleansing the EyeLv 30
Bride of the EmbalmerLv 30
Mythology of the TitansLv 38
Spiritual UnrestLv 47
Unfinished BusinessLv 58
In DreamsLv 59
Exemplar

Exemplar

Spec: Retribution · Race: Human · Self-Found: Yes

Exemplars strike fear into enemies through intimidation and inspire courage in allies, holding their banners high. They are living symbols of faith and justice, wearing guild tabards and Stormwind colors as ordained protectors of the innocent.

Recommended Profession

Tailoring, Blacksmithing — Tailoring for Blue Linen Shirt, Blacksmithing for armor.

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
Self-madeLv 1Can only equip self-crafted or white/grey items (jewelry, cloak exempt)

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
Sword or maceLv 5
Blue shirtLv 10
Guild tabardLv 20
InsigniaLv 30
Imperial helmLv 45
Imperial shouldersLv 53

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
Seal of CommandRetribution1Lv 20
ConvictionRetribution5Lv 27
ParryRetribution5Lv 29
VengeanceRetribution5Lv 39
PrecisionProtection3Lv 48
Divine StrengthHoly5Lv 56

Quest Milestones (Stormwind Loyalist)

QuestBy Level
Missing In ActionLv 25
An Audience with the KingLv 31
The Missing DiplomatLv 38
Mai'ZothLv 46
The Great MasqueradeLv 59
Templar

Templar

Spec: Holy · Race: Any · Self-Found: Yes

Templars are the most skilled and righteous paladins. They call down hammers of light and unleash devastating combinations of Physical and Holy attacks. Sworn to protect the living against undead corruption.

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
Mail/plateLv 1Must wear mail or plate in all possible slots
PurifierLv 60Reach Honored reputation with Argent Dawn

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
Show helmLv 1
Sword or maceLv 5
Guild tabardLv 20
Argent shouldersLv 42
Argent helmLv 45
Argent Dawn trinketLv 50

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
Divine IntellectHoly5Lv 14
Improved Seal of RighteousnessHoly5Lv 19
ConsecrationHoly1Lv 20
Healing LightHoly3Lv 23
Divine FavorHoly1Lv 30
RedoubtProtection5Lv 35
Improved Righteous FuryProtection3Lv 43
Shield SpecializationProtection3Lv 46
Holy ShockHoly1Lv 56

Quest Milestones (Purging the Undead)

QuestBy Level
Collecting MemoriesLv 18
Cleansing the EyeLv 30
Bride of the EmbalmerLv 30
Voodoo DuesLv 44
Spiritual UnrestLv 47
Mission Accomplished!Lv 58
Hameya's PleaLv 59

✨ Priest

Priestess of the Moon

Priestess of the Moon

Spec: Holy · Race: Night Elf · Gender: Female · Self-Found: Yes

The priestesses of the moon make up the elite night elf clergy, the Sisterhood of Elune. They epitomize the power and grace of their moon goddess. They ride fearless frostsabers into battle.

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
PartisanLv 1Cannot equip looted gear (except white/grey)
Light of EluneLv 1Cannot cast Shadow spells

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
RobeLv 1
Arcane wandLv 13
180 spiritLv 40
250 spiritLv 50

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
Spirit TapShadow5Lv 14
Divine FuryHoly5Lv 24
Holy SpecializationHoly5Lv 27
Searing LightHoly2Lv 31
Spiritual GuidanceHoly5Lv 39
MeditationDiscipline3Lv 53
Divine SpiritDiscipline1Lv 60

Quest Milestones (Darnassus Loyalist)

QuestBy Level
Sathrah's SacrificeLv 12
Answered QuestionsLv 30
Rise of the SilithidLv 46
The Mystery of MorrowgrainLv 50
Wildkin of EluneLv 57

Companion / Pet / Mount

  • Mount: Frostsaber (Lv 44)
Apothecary

Apothecary

Spec: Discipline · Race: Undead · Self-Found: Yes

The Royal Apothecary Society is an alchemical society created by Lady Sylvanas Windrunner to create a new undead plague to wipe out the Scourge. Once based in the Apothecarium in Undercity, its members are all Forsaken or other types of undead beings constantly brewing up new plagues and poisons.

Professions (Required)

  • Alchemy

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
HomeboundLv 1Can't leave home continent

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
RobeLv 1
DaggerLv 5
Herb pouchLv 10
Vial off-handLv 18
Nature wandLv 30

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
Wand SpecializationDiscipline5Lv 14
Inner FocusDiscipline1Lv 25
Divine SpiritDiscipline1Lv 35
Power InfusionDiscipline1Lv 46

Quest Milestones (Plague-brewer)

QuestBy Level
A New PlagueLv 11
A Recipe For DeathLv 18
Elixir of SufferingLv 22
Elixir of PainLv 24
Elixir of AgonyLv 30
Venom to the UndercityLv 55

Companion / Pet / Mount

  • Companion: Cockroach (Lv 10)
Shadow Hunter

Shadow Hunter

Spec: Shadow · Race: Troll · Self-Found: Yes

Shadow hunters are reclusive masters of voodoo and shadow magic, once the highest authority amongst trolls. Their spirit powers can both heal and curse. Rush'kah masks channel the loa through them. They dish out powerful melee strikes alongside spells.

Recommended Profession

Fishing — High fishing needed for pole melee attacks.

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
PartisanLv 1Cannot equip looted gear (except white/grey)
Faction leaderLv 60Become exalted with your own faction

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
Show helmLv 1
No robesLv 1
No wandsLv 1
PoleLv 44
Voodoo maskLv 45
120 attack powerLv 50

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
Mind FlayShadow1Lv 20
Vampiric EmbraceShadow1Lv 30
ShadowformShadow1Lv 40

Quest Milestones (Darkspear Loyalist / Building Attack Power)

QuestBy Level
ZalazaneLv 10
Troll CharmLv 24
Trol'kalarLv 42
Saving YennikuLv 46
Shadowshard FragmentsLv 42
Snapjaws, Mon!Lv 44
A Grim DiscoveryLv 45
Bone-Bladed WeaponsLv 51
Job Opening: Guard Captain of Revantusk VillageLv 52
Lightslayer

Lightslayer

Spec: Shadow · Race: Undead · Self-Found: Yes

Lightslayers are undead priests who have fully embraced the shadow, renouncing the Holy Light. They wage war against the Scarlet Crusade, emerging only at night.

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
NocturnalLv 1Must remain in towns or cities during daytime
Shadow AscendantLv 1Cannot use Holy abilities

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
DaggerLv 10
Shadow wandLv 15

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
Mind FlayShadow1Lv 20
Vampiric EmbraceShadow1Lv 30
ShadowformShadow1Lv 40
Shadow WeavingShadow5Lv 45
Improved Mind BlastShadow5Lv 50
Shadow AffinityShadow3Lv 55

Quest Milestones (Cult of the Forgotten Shadow)

QuestBy Level
At War With The Scarlet CrusadeLv 12
Vorrel's RevengeLv 33
Hearts of ZealLv 33
Into The Scarlet MonasteryLv 42
Unfinished BusinessLv 58

❄️ Mage

Bloodmage

Bloodmage

Spec: Fire · Race: Undead · Self-Found: No

Blood mages are blood elves adept at controlling fire magic. They disregard frost spells for fire and heat of what some fear to be demonic magic. They are master enchanters and travel with phoenix companions. Forsaken have some bloodmages in their ranks.

Professions (Required)

  • Enchanting

Recommended Profession

Tailoring — A self-made mage should know to sew.

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
Self-madeLv 1Can only equip self-crafted or white/grey items (jewelry, cloak exempt)
PyromancerLv 1Cannot cast Frost spells

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
Shadow or fire wandLv 15
Unholy weaponLv 55

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
Improved FireballFire5Lv 17
Blast WaveFire1Lv 33
Critical MassFire3Lv 36
Fire PowerFire5Lv 42

Quest Milestones (For Quel'Thalas!)

QuestBy Level
The Guns of NorthwatchLv 20
Free From the HoldLv 20
The DenLv 29
Ripple DeliveryLv 48
Xylem's Payment to JedigaLv 52

Companion / Pet / Mount

  • Companion: Phoenix (Lv 10)
Techno-mage

Techno-mage

Spec: Arcane · Race: Gnome · Self-Found: Yes

Techno-mages are arcane scholars who combine magical knowledge with the use of technology. Primarily gnomes, they wear advanced goggles that enhance their arcane sight.

Professions (Required)

  • Engineering

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
ScavengerLv 1Cannot equip quest reward gear (except white/grey)

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
Show helmLv 1
Flying tiger gogglesLv 20–29
Green-tinted gogglesLv 30–39
Engineering trinketsLv 35
Gnomish gogglesLv 40
Engineer off-handLv 48

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
Improved Arcane MissilesArcane5Lv 14
Arcane ResilienceArcane1Lv 20
ImpactFire5Lv 27
PyroblastFire1Lv 33
Presence of MindArcane1Lv 41
Arcane PowerArcane1Lv 51

Quest Milestones (Gadgetist)

QuestBy Level
A Dark Threat LoomsLv 20
Data RescueLv 30
Show Your WorkLv 47
An OOX of Your OwnLv 50

Companion / Pet / Mount

  • Companion: Mechanical (Lv 45)
Spellblade

Spellblade

Spec: Frost · Race: Any · Self-Found: Yes

Spellblades are spellcasters who accompany soldiers into the heart of battle. They wield a sword in one hand and a staff in the other. They fight on the front lines using frost magic to crowd control.

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
ScoutLv 1Cannot equip rare or epic quality items

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
SwordLv 5
Staff-like off-handLv 20
Frost wandLv 35
Armored ringLv 45

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
PermafrostFrost3Lv 19
Improved BlizzardFrost3Lv 23
Ice BlockFrost1Lv 30
Ice BarrierFrost1Lv 40

Quest Milestones (Crowd Control)

QuestBy Level
Tramping Paws (A)Lv 21
The Night Watch (A)Lv 26
Souvenirs of Death (H)Lv 25
Battle of Hillsbrad (H)Lv 32
Hedge Wizard

Hedge Wizard

Spec: Fire · Race: Troll · Self-Found: Yes

Hedge wizards are self-taught troll mages who learned fire magic outside of formal institutions. They lack Arcane training but compensate with raw talent and cunning, infiltrating Dalaran's secrets.

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
ScavengerLv 1Cannot equip quest reward gear (except white/grey)
Self-taughtLv 1Cannot use Arcane abilities

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
Fire wandLv 15

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
ImpactFire5Lv 14
Elemental PrecisionFrost3Lv 17
IgniteFire5Lv 22
IncinerateFire2Lv 24
Improved ScorchFire3Lv 30
Blast WaveFire1Lv 33
Master of ElementsFire3Lv 37
CombustionFire1Lv 43

Quest Milestones (Infiltrating Dalaran)

QuestBy Level
The WeaverLv 22
Dalaran PatrolsLv 35

Companion / Pet / Mount

  • Companion: Crimson snake (Lv 10)
Archmage of Kirin Tor

Archmage of Kirin Tor

Spec: Frost · Race: Human · Self-Found: No

Archmages of the Kirin Tor are formally trained human mages who master both fire and frost magic. They wear the robes of the Kirin Tor and carry staves as symbols of their authority.

Professions (Required)

  • Enchanting

Challenge Rules

ChallengeLevelDescription
PartisanLv 1Cannot equip looted gear (except white/grey)

Equipment Requirements

RequirementLevel
StaffLv 1
Kirin Tor robesLv 22
Archmage shouldersLv 34
Archmage circletLv 52

Talent Requirements

TalentTreeRankBy Level
Improved FireballFire5Lv 14
Elemental PrecisionFrost3Lv 17
IgniteFire5Lv 22
Blast WaveFire1Lv 33
FrostbiteFrost3Lv 38
ShatterFrost5Lv 50
Critical MassFire3Lv 53
CombustionFire1Lv 60

Quest Milestones (Formal Education)

QuestBy Level
Investigate the Blue RecluseLv 16
Ur's Treatise on Shadow MagicLv 28
The Curse of the TidesLv 40
Mage's WandLv 40
Celestial PowerLv 40
Destroy MorphazLv 52