Can you go to Wrath at 68?
Yes, you can go to Northrend, the continent where the Wrath of the Lich King expansion takes place, at level 68, but you won’t be able to pick up any quests until you reach this level, and it’s recommended to start leveling in Northrend at level 68 for optimal progression. The journey to Northrend is accessible by boat for Alliance players or zeppelin for Horde players, and while any level can physically travel to Northrend, level 68 is the minimum requirement for quest availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
General Information
- Can you start Wrath at 68?: You can go to Northrend at any level, but level 68 is required for picking up the quest content.
- Can you go to Northrend at 65?: Yes, you can go to Northrend before 68, but you won’t be able to pick up any quests until you reach level 68.
- What level do you need to be to enter Northrend?: All players are able to travel to Northrend at a minimum level of 68, depending on whether you play as Horde or Alliance.
Zone-Specific Information
- Can you go to Howling Fjord at 68?: Yes, Howling Fjord is available for players at level 68-72 and hosts a coastline of treacherous cliffs, dark forests, open plains, and tree-covered outcroppings.
- Can you go to Dragonblight at 71?: Dragonblight, the largest zone in Northrend, is a vast arctic graveyard littered with the ice-encrusted bones of colossal dragons, and is available for players at level 71-74.
- What level is Grizzly Hills?: The level range for Grizzly Hills is 70-74, with the bulk of the quests starting at around level 73.
Travel and Transportation
- How do I get to Northrend at 68 Alliance?: For Alliance, head to the northernmost dock at Stormwind Harbor to get to Borean Tundra or take the boat out of Menethil Harbor in the Wetlands to be dropped off in Howling Fjord.
- Can level 70 fly in Northrend?: It was possible to fly at level 70 in Northrend on release, but now players need to purchase Cold Weather Flying at level 68 to use their flying mounts.
Leveling and Progression
- How long does it take to get from 1 to 80 in Wrath?: The journey from 1 to 80 takes an average of 150-200 hours to complete, with the primary challenge being 70-80 taking anywhere from 20 to 40 hours.
- Can you do Storm Peaks at 77?: Yes, you can do Storm Peaks at 77 with flying, and it’s recommended to get it done before 80 for free badges.
Game Mechanics and Features
- What is the level 70 boost in Northrend heroic upgrade?: The Northrend Heroic Upgrade levels one character on a Wrath of the Lich King Classic progression realm to level 70.
- Can you fly in Northrend before 80?: If you don’t have a level 80, you need to wait till 77 and then buy the Cold Weather Flying training, which requires level 68 to learn.
Additional Tips and Information
- Is it too late to get into Wrath Classic?: No, any time is good to get into Wrath Classic, and Shaman is a great choice for players.
- How to get to Zul’Drak?: There are five entrances to Zul’Drak, including one in Grizzly Hills and another on the western border of Crystalsong Forest.
- Should I go to Wrath Howling Fjord or Borean Tundra?: Both Howling Fjord and Borean Tundra are worth doing, as they offer equipment improvements and extra income, but Borean Tundra is generally faster for leveling.