How to Choose Your Evoker Faction in World of Warcraft: Dragonflight

Choosing your faction as a Dracthyr Evoker in World of Warcraft can feel like a big decision. Unlike many other races in the game, Dracthyr Evokers have the unique ability to choose their allegiance to either the Horde or the Alliance right from the start during character creation. This initial choice shapes not only your character’s storyline but also which capital city you’ll call home and which factional allies you’ll fight alongside. So, how exactly do you make this pivotal choice?

The process is straightforward. When you create your Dracthyr Evoker, you’ll be presented with a character creation screen similar to that of the Pandaren. Instead of merely selecting the race, you’ll now see an additional step: choosing your faction. You’ll be given a clear choice between the Horde or the Alliance, each with their iconic symbols. This is not a cosmetic choice; it has significant implications for your gameplay experience. Once you select a faction, your Dracthyr Evoker will be firmly aligned with that side. This decision is permanent for that particular character, unless you decide to purchase a paid faction change service.

Making an Informed Choice

Before making a decision, consider the following factors:

Personal Preference and Lore

Do you gravitate towards the more tribal and fierce nature of the Horde, with its strong focus on honor and camaraderie? Or are you more drawn to the noble and steadfast Alliance, with its emphasis on justice and unity? If you are familiar with the Warcraft lore, your choice may be already decided for you. Choosing the side you align with in the lore, will likely make the game feel more immersive and enjoyable.

Social Considerations

Which faction do your friends play? Joining the same faction as your social circle will make your leveling, questing, and end-game activities significantly more fun and easier to accomplish. Coordinating with a team you’re comfortable with will boost your enjoyment and overall success.

Gameplay Style

While there are no inherent gameplay differences between factions in terms of Evoker abilities, each faction has its own unique questlines, storylines, and interactions with non-player characters (NPCs). Consider which faction’s approach to the story appeals to you more.

Aesthetics

Do you prefer the look and feel of Orgrimmar (Horde) or Stormwind (Alliance)? These two faction capitals are the most significant hub cities for your characters. They each have their own distinct visual styles and atmospheres. Where you spend the most time, will affect your experience in the game.

Faction Balance

While the faction imbalance has been less of a problem in recent years, it is a factor that can be taken into consideration. In most US servers, the Alliance faction has slightly more players. Knowing this data may affect what faction you decide to side with.

Restrictions and Key Points

• One Dracthyr Per Realm: You are limited to one Dracthyr Evoker character per realm. If you want to play both Alliance and Horde Evokers, you’ll need to create them on different servers. This restriction encourages players to make a careful decision about their faction alignment.
• Starting Level: Your Dracthyr Evoker begins at level 58 in the new Forbidden Reach zone. This provides a smoother entry point into the Dragonflight content and minimizes the time you spend leveling.
• Faction Change Service: If you find yourself wanting to switch factions later on, you can use a paid Faction Change service from the Battle.net shop. However, this involves a real-money cost, so making the right choice initially is often preferred.

The Dracthyr’s Unique Position

The Dracthyr stand apart from other races as they are not intrinsically aligned with either the Horde or the Alliance. Similar to the Pandaren, they are a neutral race who, upon their awakening, must choose which faction to align with. This choice is significant as it establishes their future interactions with the world of Azeroth and the ongoing faction conflict. This makes them quite special compared to the other races in the game, who are naturally allied with a specific faction.

Ultimately, the decision of which faction to side with as a Dracthyr Evoker is a personal one. Consider your preference for lore, your social connections, your preferred playstyle, and the overall feel of each faction. By considering these points carefully, you’ll be well on your way to enjoying your new Evoker and the world of Dragonflight to its fullest potential.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Here are 15 FAQs to help further clarify the process of choosing an Evoker faction:

1. What is a Dracthyr Evoker?

A Dracthyr Evoker is a playable race and class combination introduced in World of Warcraft: Dragonflight. Dracthyr are dragonkin with the ability to harness the powers of the five dragonflights, thus becoming the only race that can play the Evoker class.

2. Can I change my Dracthyr’s faction after creation?

Yes, you can change your Dracthyr’s faction using the paid Faction Change service available in the Battle.net shop or the in-game shop.

3. Can any race be an Evoker?

No, only Dracthyr can be an Evoker due to their unique physiology and connection to dragon magic.

4. Can I have multiple Evokers on one account?

You can only have one Evoker per realm. To have both an Alliance and Horde Evoker, you need to create them on different servers.

5. What level does an Evoker start at?

Evokers start at level 58 in the Forbidden Reach starting zone.

6. Can Dracthyr transform in combat?

Yes, Dracthyr can shift between their humanoid Visage form and their dragon form in combat. This has an impact on abilities, and will cause you to morph into your dragon form when you use Evoker spells.

7. Do Dracthyr have racial abilities?

Yes, Dracthyr have racial abilities, including the unique flight ability Soar, which can be enhanced using the Dragonriding Skill Tree.

8. Are Dracthyr a DPS or Healer class?

The Evoker class can specialize in either damage-dealing (RDPS) or healing.

9. What gear can Evokers wear?

Evokers wear mail armor. They can equip Daggers, Staves, Fist Weapons, One-Handed Swords, One-Handed Axes, and One-Handed Maces.

10. Can Evokers dual-wield weapons?

No, Evokers cannot dual-wield weapons. They can use one-handed weapons and off-hand items.

11. What are the weaknesses of the Evoker class?

Evokers are considered squishy and have fewer defensive abilities compared to some other classes.

12. Can Evokers fly without a mount?

Yes, Dracthyr can fly outside the Dragon Isles without a mount, though it is a form of enhanced gliding. While on the Dragon Isles, Dracthyr can take advantage of the Dragonriding system.

13. Is there a male or female option for Dracthyr?

There is no specific male or female choice for Dracthyr. Instead, Dracthyr have customization options that can be changed at a barbershop, allowing you to choose the appearance you desire.

14. What are the best professions for Dracthyr?

Leatherworking and Skinning are often considered ideal for Dracthyr Evokers due to their gear needs and access to crafting materials.

15. Can I play Dracthyr without owning Dragonflight?

You can play the trial of the class and race for a limited time, but you must purchase the Dragonflight expansion to continue playing your Dracthyr Evoker.