Are There World Quests in Dragonflight? A Comprehensive Guide
Yes, World Quests are a core part of the endgame experience in World of Warcraft: Dragonflight. They provide players with diverse objectives, rewards, and opportunities to engage with the world after hitting level 70. Let’s delve into the details of how World Quests function in Dragonflight and answer some common questions.
Unlocking and Accessing World Quests
How to Unlock World Quests
To unlock World Quests in Dragonflight, you’ll need to complete the main story campaign in the Dragon Isles. This involves progressing through the main questlines in each of the four major zones:
- The Waking Shores
- Ohn’ahran Plains
- The Azure Span
- Thaldraszus
Completing each zone’s main story earns you an achievement. Earning all four of these achievements unlocks World Quests account-wide. Specifically, you need the achievement “Just Don’t Ask Me to Spell It”, which is granted after finishing the main campaign.
Account-Wide Access
Once you unlock Dragonflight World Quests on one character on your Battle.net account, any alternate characters can access them as soon as they arrive in a Dragonflight zone. This makes leveling and gearing up alts significantly easier.
The World Quest System in Dragonflight
Refresh Rate
Unlike previous expansions where World Quests typically refreshed daily, in Dragonflight, most World Quests refresh on a semi-weekly timer. This means they reset approximately twice a week, with each cycle lasting roughly three and a half days. Expect new World Quests to appear on Tuesdays and Fridays (for North American servers).
Types of World Quests
Dragonflight’s World Quests offer a variety of objectives, including:
- Defeating specific enemies or bosses
- Collecting items
- Completing mini-games or challenges
- Helping local NPCs with their tasks
Rewards for completing World Quests can include:
- Gear (item level appropriate for your character)
- Reputation with various Dragon Isles factions
- Dragon Isles Supplies (used for crafting and other activities)
- Cosmetic items (transmog appearances, pets, mounts)
Lack of Daily “Chores”
Dragonflight deliberately moved away from the “daily chore” feeling that some players experienced in past expansions. The semi-weekly reset timer aims to reduce the pressure to log in every day and complete all available World Quests. This allows players more flexibility to focus on other activities they enjoy, such as dungeons, raids, or professions.
Other Activities in Dragonflight
The Importance of Side Quests
The optional side quests in Dragonflight are often praised for their compelling storytelling and unique experiences. While not strictly required to unlock World Quests, completing side quests can enrich your understanding of the Dragon Isles and provide additional rewards. If you are looking to experience Dragonflight’s best storytelling, pick up any quest marked on the map, as they include emotional, impactful and silly stories.
Daily Activities
While World Quests aren’t strictly “daily,” there are still activities you can engage with daily:
- Completing Daily Quests: Some specific quests related to professions or certain factions might have a daily reset.
- Checking the Auction House: Many players find the daily fluctuations in the Auction House to be a rewarding way to earn gold.
- Renown Progression: Focus on earning renown with the different Dragon Isles factions through World Quests or various quests. This unlocks new quests, rewards, and customization options.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What is the level requirement to start Dragonflight World Quests?
Your character needs to be at least level 70 to participate in Dragonflight World Quests.
2. Do I need to complete all side quests to unlock World Quests?
No, you only need to complete the main story campaign in each of the four Dragon Isles zones to unlock World Quests. Side quests are optional but can provide additional rewards and story content.
3. Are Dragonflight World Quests weekly?
No, World Quests in Dragonflight are not weekly. They reset twice a week, on Tuesdays and Fridays (for NA servers).
4. Is there a daily World Quest system like in previous expansions?
No, Dragonflight moved away from the traditional daily World Quest system. Instead, most World Quests refresh on a semi-weekly basis.
5. Can I start Dragonflight at level 59?
No, you need to be at least level 60 to start the Dragonflight intro questline.
6. How many quests can I have in my quest log in Dragonflight?
The quest log capacity in Dragonflight has been increased to 35 quests.
7. How do I start the Dragonflight quests?
After purchasing and downloading the Dragonflight expansion, you’ll automatically receive the quest “The Dragon Isles Await” when you log in. If you don’t see it, check your Map & Quest Log and click on the “World” tab.
8. How long does it take to level from 1 to 70 in Dragonflight?
The leveling time can vary, but it generally takes anywhere from 2 to 15 hours to reach level 70 in Dragonflight.
9. Where do I get the quest to go to Dragonflight?
You will receive the “To the Dragon Isles!” quest after talking with NPCs Kodethi and Archmage Khadgar in Orgrimmar or Stormwind.
10. What happens when you finish the Dragonflight campaign?
After completing the Dragonflight campaign, you unlock World Quests and Renown. You can then focus on completing World Quests, progressing your Renown with various factions, and engaging in endgame activities like dungeons and raids.
11. Is it easier to level alts in Dragonflight?
Yes, it is generally considered easier to level alts in Dragonflight due to various leveling methods and reduced XP requirements compared to previous expansions.
12. What is the max level in Dragonflight?
The max level in Dragonflight is level 70.
13. What should I do after hitting level 70 in Dragonflight?
After reaching level 70, you can:
- Gear up through World Quests, dungeons, and raids
- Progress your Renown with Dragon Isles factions
- Work on your professions
- Collect mounts, pets, and transmog appearances
- Participate in PvP activities
14. What is the best class to main in Dragonflight for beginners?
The Hunter class is often recommended for beginners due to its ranged damage capabilities, pet management, and relative simplicity.
15. What are the best main story quests in Dragonflight?
The best main story quests are subjective, but some highly rated quests include:
- Dragonriding
- The Cycle of the Sea
- Toward the City
- Oh No, Ohn’ahra!
- A Last Hope
Conclusion
World Quests in Dragonflight provide a continuous stream of content and rewards for players at max level. The semi-weekly reset timer, account-wide unlocks, and variety of objectives make them an engaging and rewarding part of the endgame experience. Remember to explore the Dragon Isles, complete the main story campaign, and unlock World Quests to fully immerse yourself in all that Dragonflight has to offer. Understanding game mechanics and design principles helps enrich your understanding of games. Consider learning more about the relationship between games and learning from the Games Learning Society at GamesLearningSociety.org.