Can Hunters Tame Undead Pets? A Comprehensive Guide
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Yes, Hunters can tame undead pets in World of Warcraft! However, the process differs depending on your character’s race. Let’s break down the intricacies of taming these delightfully morbid companions.
The Undead Hunter Advantage
If you’re playing an Undead Hunter (Forsaken), congratulations! You have a natural affinity for the undead and can tame undead beasts right from the start, with no special requirements. It’s one of the perks of being one with the departed! You instinctively understand their rotting needs and can quickly bond with a skeletal hound or zombie raptor. Enjoy your advantage!
The Tome of Bone-Binding: A Requirement for the Living
For all other races aspiring to command the undead, you’ll need to delve into the secrets of necromantic connection. That’s where the Simple Tome of Bone-Binding comes in. This essential item allows non-Undead Hunters to understand and communicate with undead creatures, forging the necessary bond for taming.
Obtaining the Tome
The Simple Tome of Bone-Binding is acquired in the Shadowlands expansion zones. Specifically, it can drop from:
- Mobs in Maldraxxus: Keep an eye out for any creatures roaming the war-torn landscape of Maldraxxus. Elite mobs might have a higher chance of dropping the tome, so consider tackling tougher enemies.
- Plaguefall Dungeon: This festering dungeon is a prime location to hunt for the tome. Focus your efforts on killing bosses and trash mobs alike, increasing your odds of the tome finally materializing.
- Theater of Pain Dungeon: Similar to Plaguefall, the Theater of Pain offers another avenue for acquiring the Tome. Every defeated foe brings you closer to your goal of undead pet mastery.
The drop rate of the Simple Tome of Bone-Binding can be somewhat low, so patience is key. Consider running the dungeons multiple times or farming in Maldraxxus with friends to increase your chances. Remember, determination is the hunter’s greatest weapon.
Beyond the Basics: What to Expect
Once you’ve acquired the Simple Tome of Bone-Binding (if you are not an Undead hunter, that is), learning the art of taming undead pets is similar to taming other beast types. Here’s what you need to know:
- Beast Mastery Specialization: While most hunters can technically tame undead after learning, for best results, specialize as Beast Mastery. This grants access to powerful talents and abilities that synergize exceptionally well with undead pets.
- Level Requirements: Ensure you are the appropriate level to tame the desired undead pet. High-level pets generally require a higher hunter level.
- Location, Location, Location: Undead beasts are typically found in areas touched by necromantic energy. Maldraxxus is the ideal place, but you can also find undead creatures in older zones like Tirisfal Glades or Plaguelands.
- Taming Process: Approach the undead beast cautiously and cast Tame Beast. Maintain your focus during the channeling time, and avoid any actions that might interrupt the process.
- Bonding with your Pet: Like any pet, undead beasts require care and attention to reach their full potential. Feed them appropriate food, train them in useful skills, and bring them along on your adventures.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Can undead hunter pets be feared?
Yes, generally. While undead hunter pets are immune to polymorph and cannot be affected by Scare Beast (as they are not classified as Beasts), they can typically be feared by abilities that induce fear. They can also be Shackled by priests.
2. Can undead be hunters?
Absolutely! In World of Warcraft: Cataclysm, the undead (Forsaken) became available as a hunter class. They were later given the ability to play as Monks in the Mists of Pandaria expansion.
3. Can hunters tame demons in WoW?
Yes, hunters can tame demons, but with specific limitations. They can tame certain types of demons, such as:
- Aranasi (baby versions)
- Darkhounds
- Fel Beasts
The ability to tame demons often depends on the specific demon family and whether it’s been designated as tamable by Blizzard.
4. What level can hunters tame pets?
Hunters can begin taming pets at level five. This is often taught through a quest in the starting area, such as Exile’s Reach.
5. Can hunters tame anything?
No. Hunters are limited to taming beasts. While the definition of “beast” has been expanded over time to include creatures like mechanical and undead beings, there are still many creature types that are off-limits, such as humanoids or elementals (with the exception of those specifically allowed like Core Hounds). Only Beast Mastery specialized Hunters can tame Exotic Beasts.
6. Can a hunter tame a dragon?
Hunters can tame certain Dragonkin, but it requires learning a special skill. For most Dragonkin types (excluding Cloud Serpents), you need the tome How to Train a Dragonkin, awarded by Kaestrasz in Valdrakken at renown level 23 with the Valdrakken Accord.
7. Can hunters tame Elegon?
Yes, Elegon can be tamed. This majestic celestial dragon retains its original name after taming and is exclusively for Beast Mastery hunters that have reached level 10.
8. Do hunters need to be level 23 renown on all characters to tame Dragonkin?
While the effect of being able to tame Dragonkin works across all characters once you unlock it on your hunter upon them reaching lv23 renown, in order for your other hunters to tame a dragonkin, they also need to be lv23 renown for the effect to be active on your alt hunter.
9. Where can I tame undead raptors?
Skeletal Raptors can be found in various locations, most commonly in zones with a strong Scourge or Forsaken presence. Forsaken Hunters can automatically tame undead raptors, while hunters of other races must learn the skill from the Simple Tome of Bone-Binding, obtainable in Maldraxxus or its dungeons (Plaguefall and Theater of Pain).
10. Can you tame Skoll?
Yes, you can tame Skoll. However, you must be at least level 80, be a Beast Mastery hunter, and be aware that Skoll is a Spirit Beast, meaning only Beast Mastery hunters can use him.
11. Can hunters tame Huolon?
Yes, there’s a method to tame Huolon even before level 49. By using party sync with someone under level 49, you can tame him. This allows you to bypass the heavy competition for the mount.
12. Can hunters eat the animals they catch?
This is more of a philosophical question! While there’s no in-game mechanic for hunters to consume the animals they hunt, the act of hunting is often associated with providing food. The vast majority of real-world hunters consume the game animals they kill, which is seen as ethical when the animal is used for sustenance. The principles of gaming and how people learn are discussed on the Games Learning Society website: https://www.gameslearningsociety.org/.
13. Can survival hunters tame exotic pets?
No, taming exotic pets is exclusive to Beast Mastery specialization hunters. They must be over level 39 and have unlocked the Exotic Beasts skill.
14. What animal you can’t tame?
In real life, many animals are unsuitable for taming due to their dangerous nature or complex social needs. Animals like hippopotamuses are notoriously dangerous and have proven difficult, if not impossible, to domesticate.
15. What pet is undead weak against WoW?
In the Pet Battle system, undead pets are strong against humanoid (attack) and dragonkin (defense) and weak against aquatic (attack) and critter (defense). Also, undead pets have the passive ability to come back to life once per battle, returning to 25% health. They return to life immortal for one round when killed.
By following these guidelines, you’ll be well on your way to building a formidable army of undead companions, terrorizing your foes with your perfectly putrid pets. Happy hunting!