Do You Have to Do Nazjatar to Get to Mechagon?
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The short, definitive answer is yes, you absolutely must unlock and progress through the initial quests in Nazjatar to gain access to Mechagon Island. This isn’t a matter of preference or player choice; it’s a core requirement dictated by the game’s quest structure. Understanding why this is the case and the full process is crucial for any player looking to explore the wonders of Mechagon, pursue Mechagnome allies, or delve into the Operation: Mechagon mega-dungeon. Let’s explore the details of this interconnected journey.
Why Nazjatar is a Prerequisite for Mechagon
The developers of World of Warcraft designed the Battle for Azeroth expansion with a specific narrative flow. The story of the expansion progresses through several significant zones, and each area builds upon the previous one. Nazjatar is a pivotal stepping stone on the road to Mechagon.
Specifically, the questline that unlocks the ability to travel to Mechagon is directly tied to the early quests in Nazjatar. After unlocking Nazjatar, players must progress through a handful of quests where Magni Bronzebeard calls you for a mission in Highmountain. Completing this small quest chain is the crucial link to the story, which then leads to an initial quest in Mechagon. Without completing this initial part of the Nazjatar storyline, you will not receive the quest that takes you to Mechagon.
This connection is not merely a storytelling choice; it also affects in-game systems. Players who have not done Nazjatar may also be lacking in certain character development requirements, such as the Heart of Azeroth levels, which are boosted during the Nazjatar questline.
Unlocking Nazjatar: A Necessary First Step
Before you even think about the intricate gears of Mechagon, you’ll need to establish your presence in Nazjatar. Here’s how:
Level and Initial Quests
To begin, you must be level 50 on your character. Additionally, you will need to have completed the core quests for the initial faction storyline: A Nation Divided for Alliance or Welcome to Zuldazar for Horde.
Send the Fleet
Once these are met, you’ll start the quest Send the Fleet (for both Alliance and Horde). This quest is the primary gateway into Nazjatar, taking you to the location that allows you to begin the Nazjatar questline. The location will be marked with a large gold arrow icon on your map of Boralus or Dazar’alor if you have completed the prerequisites and have not begun the Nazjatar storyline.
Nazjatar Quest Progression
Once you enter the zone, you don’t need to complete all the content. Instead, focus on completing the early story quests. As you progress, Magni will eventually call for you, which is a vital quest trigger that will then unlock the path to Mechagon.
From Nazjatar to Mechagon
Once you’ve completed the relevant part of the Nazjatar questline, specifically the ones leading to the Highmountain interlude, the quest to unlock Mechagon will become available.
Mechagon Introductory Quest
The quest to start your Mechagon journey will appear near the flight master in Boralus (Alliance) or in Tiragarde Sound (Horde). You will be directed to speak with Tinkmaster Overspark (Alliance) or travel to the vault (Horde) to get started with the questline. This introductory quest line will then take you directly to Mechagon and begin its story quests.
Exploring Mechagon
You won’t get the ability to freely travel to Mechagon until completing the initial introductory quest line in the zone. This will also open up the main city Mechagon City (also known as the lost city of Mechagon), which can be entered via the Mechagon City Teleporter in Rustbolt.
Overcoming Roadblocks and Considerations
While the path from Nazjatar to Mechagon is relatively straightforward, it’s essential to know a few critical aspects:
Faction Changes
If you change factions after unlocking the zones, be prepared to repeat the Nazjatar introductory quest line to re-establish your connection and unlock the Mechagon questline once again. This applies to alts as well. You must complete these quests on each character you want to access Mechagon on.
No Skips for Intro Quests
There is no skip available for the introduction quests of Nazjatar, Mechagon, and the Heart Forge. These must be completed on every character that you want to access the content with.
Alts and Mechagnomes
If you are planning to create a Mechagnome, you will still have to unlock Mechagon before unlocking the Mechagnome questline. If you have a character that has already unlocked Mechagon, you can start the Mechagnome questline at the Stormwind Embassy (Alliance). However, if not, you will need to first go through the questline to unlock Mechagon before you can unlock Mechagnomes.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What level do I need to be to start Nazjatar and Mechagon?
You need to be level 50 to start both the Nazjatar and Mechagon questlines.
2. Where is the portal to Nazjatar located?
There isn’t a portal to Nazjatar. The quest Send the Fleet will take you to Nazjatar, and if you left and need to get back, there’s a gold arrow icon in Boralus (Alliance) or Dazar’alor (Horde).
3. Can I skip the Nazjatar questline to get to Mechagon?
No, you cannot skip the Nazjatar questline. The introductory quests are essential prerequisites for accessing Mechagon.
4. Do I have to complete all of Nazjatar to unlock Mechagon?
No, you do not have to complete all of Nazjatar. You only need to do the beginning storyline quests, until Magni’s interlude appears, which will then lead to the Mechagon questline.
5. Where do I start the Mechagon questline for the Alliance?
You start the Mechagon questline by visiting Tinkmaster Overspark near the flight master in Boralus.
6. Where do I start the Mechagon questline for the Horde?
You start the Mechagon questline by entering the vault in Tiragarde Sound.
7. Is there a portal to Mechagon?
There is not a permanent portal to Mechagon. You will be able to use the Mechagon City Teleporter in Rustbolt after completing the introductory questline in Mechagon. Also, you can fly from Boralus, use engineering items such as the Kul Tiras Wormhole Generator, or craft ultrasafe transporter modules.
8. Can I level in Nazjatar?
Nazjatar was a max-level zone for the Battle for Azeroth expansion, so you cannot effectively level there now.
9. How do I get back to Nazjatar if I left?
Open your map for Boralus (Alliance) or Dazar’alor (Horde). Look for a large gold arrow icon that marks the way back to the Nazjatar location.
10. Is the Mechagon dungeon, Operation: Mechagon, soloable?
Yes, Operation: Mechagon is clearable solo if you have a high enough level and appropriate gear.
11. Can I skip the Operation: Mechagon dungeon to unlock Mechagnomes?
While the dungeon quest has an optional skip, you still must visit Mechagon and talk to Prince Erazmin to acquire the skip.
12. Can I unlock Mechagnomes on a Horde character?
Yes, but if you have not unlocked Mechagon on the character, you will have to go to the Alliance Embassy in Stormwind to start the Mechagon unlocking questline.
13. Can I level in Mechagon?
Mechagon was a max-level zone for the Battle for Azeroth expansion, so you cannot effectively level there now.
14. What are the prerequisites for Nazjatar?
You must be level 50 and completed A Nation Divided (Alliance) or Welcome to Zuldazar (Horde).
15. What are the prerequisites for Mechagon?
You must have unlocked Nazjatar and completed the introductory quests of that zone which then leads into the Mechagon questline.
Conclusion
In summary, the journey to Mechagon is firmly anchored in the progression of the Battle for Azeroth narrative. Unlocking and playing through the initial quests of Nazjatar is not optional; it’s a fundamental step for anyone looking to explore the mysteries of Mechagon. By knowing the steps and requirements, you can confidently pave your way to this exciting zone, ensuring you do not miss out on the content, and paving the way for future adventures!