Who Can Loot Warglaives of Azzinoth? A Comprehensive Guide
The Warglaives of Azzinoth are iconic weapons in World of Warcraft, instantly recognizable and highly sought after for both their aesthetic appeal and the prestige associated with wielding them. Acquiring these legendary blades involves delving into the Black Temple raid and facing Illidan Stormrage himself. But who is actually eligible to loot these coveted treasures?
The answer is: Demon Hunters, Death Knights, Monks, Rogues, and Warriors can loot the Warglaives of Azzinoth. These classes are able to equip the Warglaives. However, a crucial distinction exists: only Demon Hunters can use the Warglaives’ unique appearance to transmogrify other weapons after unlocking a specific achievement.
Unlocking the Warglaive Transmog for Demon Hunters
While the five listed classes can equip the Warglaives, only Demon Hunters have the potential to unlock the appearance for transmogrification. This requires more than simply acquiring the weapons. A Demon Hunter must achieve the feat of strength “I’ll Hold These For You Until You Get Out“.
How to Get the Achievement
To earn this achievement, your Demon Hunter must:
- Equip both Warglaives of Azzinoth simultaneously.
- Complete a Timewalking Black Temple raid after equipping both Warglaives.
Once this is done, the Demon Hunter will be able to use the Warglaive appearance to transmogrify other one-handed weapons.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Warglaives
Here’s a collection of frequently asked questions to clarify any lingering doubts about the Warglaives of Azzinoth:
1. What is the Drop Rate for Warglaives?
The estimated drop rate for each Warglaive (main-hand and off-hand) is approximately 5% per glaive, independent of each other. This means that each glaive has its own separate chance to drop during the Illidan Stormrage encounter. Therefore, it is possible to see both Warglaives drop on the same kill, although rare. Understanding the principles of loot systems can be complex, mirroring some of the challenges explored in Games Learning Society research on game-based learning.
2. Can Hunters Equip Warglaives?
No, Hunters cannot equip the Warglaives of Azzinoth. Only Demon Hunters, Death Knights, Monks, Rogues, and Warriors are eligible.
3. Can Warriors Transmog Warglaives?
While Warriors can equip the Warglaives, they cannot use their appearance to transmogrify other items. Only Demon Hunters can unlock this transmogrification option.
4. Do I Need Both Warglaives on the Same Character to Get the Transmog?
Yes, absolutely. To unlock the transmog appearance, a Demon Hunter must equip both Warglaives of Azzinoth on the same character. Then, that same character needs to complete a Timewalking Black Temple.
5. Can Any Race Become a Demon Hunter?
No. Only Night Elves and Blood Elves can become Demon Hunters. This is deeply rooted in the lore of World of Warcraft, as Demon Hunters are disciples of Illidan Stormrage, who trained only members of these two races.
6. Can You Have Two Demon Hunters on One Server?
Yes, there are no restrictions on the number of Demon Hunters you can create on a single realm. However, creating multiple Demon Hunters in quick succession might require a 24-hour waiting period.
7. Can You Still Get the Tiny Warglaives Toy?
Yes, you can still obtain the Tiny Warglaives of Azzinoth. You need to have completed a significant portion of the Demon Hunter Legion Class Hall campaign to unlock the ability to purchase this toy. It’s not available immediately upon creating a Demon Hunter.
8. What Weapons Can Demon Hunters Use?
Demon Hunters can equip a variety of weapons, including one-handed axes, one-handed swords, warglaives, and fist weapons.
9. Does a Glaive Count as a Sword?
While the term “glaive” is sometimes historically associated with swords, in World of Warcraft, Warglaives are classified as their own distinct weapon type.
10. Can Hunters Use Fist Weapons?
Yes, Hunters can learn to use fist weapons. They do not start with the ability, but can train with a Weapon Master to acquire this skill.
11. Can Hunters Equip Thunderfury, Blessed Blade of the Windseeker?
Yes, Hunters can equip Thunderfury. If they do, they can then obtain the transmogrification appearance and feat of strength associated with it.
12. Can Demon Hunters Use One-Handed Maces?
No, Demon Hunters cannot use one-handed maces. They are restricted to one-handed axes, swords, warglaives, and fist weapons.
13. What is the Best Demon Hunter Racial?
The “best” racial depends on your priorities, but Blood Elf is often favored for the Arcane Acuity racial (1% Critical Strike chance) and the Arcane Torrent ability, which can help manage Fury. Night Elves gain Shadowmeld, which can be powerful in specific situations.
14. Can Demon Hunters Fly?
In the lore, only Illidan Stormrage can naturally fly as a Demon Hunter. This ability stems from his unique circumstances and absorption of the Skull of Gul’dan. Player Demon Hunters use wings created from their demonic form for gliding and limited flight.
15. What is the Original Warglaive of Azzinoth?
The Warglaive of Azzinoth is a legendary one-handed sword (or, more accurately, a Warglaive) that drops from Illidan Stormrage in the Black Temple raid. It is part of a two-piece set called the Twin Blades of Azzinoth. The off-hand version also drops from Illidan.
Conclusion: Wielding the Legacy of Illidan
The Warglaives of Azzinoth remain some of the most desirable and iconic items in World of Warcraft. Understanding who can loot them, and more importantly, who can unlock their transmogrification potential, is crucial for any player seeking to embody the legacy of Illidan Stormrage. Remember that while the weapons themselves are available to several classes, only the Demon Hunter can truly claim the unique visual identity associated with these legendary blades.