Journey to Draenor: Your Guide to the Stormwind Portal and Beyond
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So, you’re looking to travel from Stormwind to the savage world of Draenor? As a veteran adventurer, I’ve traversed the twisting timelines more times than I can count. The path isn’t always straightforward, but I’m here to guide you. The most direct way is to head to the Mage Quarter in Stormwind. Once there, you’ll find a portal room inside the Mage Tower that houses portals to various locations. The portal you’re looking for specifically takes you to Stormshield in Ashran, Draenor. From Stormshield, you can begin your adventures on the untamed world.
Navigating the Portals: A Step-by-Step Guide
Step 1: Locate the Mage Quarter
The Mage Quarter is easily recognizable with its arcane architecture and swirling energies. It’s located in the eastern part of Stormwind.
Step 2: Enter the Mage Tower
The Mage Tower is the dominant structure in the Mage Quarter. Step inside, and you’ll find yourself in the portal room.
Step 3: Find the Stormshield Portal
Look for the portal to Stormshield in Ashran. It should be clearly labeled. If you’re having trouble, ask a guard; they’re usually quite helpful.
Step 4: Step Through the Portal
Simply walk through the portal, and you’ll be transported to Stormshield in Ashran, Draenor! From there, you can explore the world.
Starting the Warlords of Draenor Questline
If you haven’t started the Warlords of Draenor questline, you may want to pick it up for the full experience. You can do this by:
- Hero’s Call Board: Check the Hero’s Call Board in Stormwind for the quest “The Dark Portal.”
- Blasted Lands: Alternatively, head to the Dark Portal in the Blasted Lands and speak with Khadgar to start the quest.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) About Getting to Draenor
1. How do I get to Draenor without a Garrison?
While Garrisons were a central feature of the Warlords of Draenor expansion, you can still access Draenor without one. Follow the steps outlined above to reach Stormshield. From there, you can explore the various zones of Draenor. The Garrison quests are optional for experiencing the content.
2. How do I get back to the Draenor starting zone?
To return to the Tanaan Jungle starting zone, travel back to the Dark Portal in the Blasted Lands on Azeroth. Run through the portal to re-enter Tanaan Jungle and experience the initial scenario.
3. Is there a boat to Draenor from Stormwind?
No, there isn’t a direct boat to Draenor from Stormwind. The Stormwind docks do have boats to other locations, like the Dragon Isles, but to get to Draenor you’ll want to use the portal in the Mage Tower.
4. Where are the portals in Stormwind located?
The Stormwind portal room is within the Mage Tower in the Mage Quarter. It contains portals to various locations, including Stormshield in Ashran.
5. Which portal goes to Draenor specifically?
The portal to Stormshield in Ashran, located within the Mage Tower in the Mage Quarter of Stormwind, is your gateway to Draenor.
6. How do I get to Draenor without a Hearthstone?
If you lack a Hearthstone, the Mage Quarter portal is the fastest route. Alternatively, you can take the quest from the Hero’s Call Board or travel to the Dark Portal in the Blasted Lands and follow the questline.
7. Who originally opened the portal to Draenor?
The original Dark Portal was opened by Medivh, possessed by the fallen Titan Sargeras, in collaboration with Shadow Council warlocks.
8. How do I get a Draenor Garrison?
Garrisons are obtained by completing the introductory quests within the Warlords of Draenor storyline after passing through the Dark Portal. Follow the quest prompts provided to build your Garrison.
9. Where is the Draenor raid entrance (Hellfire Citadel)?
Hellfire Citadel is located in the center of Tanaan Jungle at coordinates 45.6, 53.5.
10. What is the portal in Stormwind specifically for?
The portals within the Stormwind Mage Tower serve to transport players to various zones, including the crucial connection to Stormshield, the Alliance hub in Draenor.
11. Can I skip the Draenor intro questline?
While technically possible to skip portions of the intro, it’s generally recommended to experience it at least once for story context and Garrison access. Some experience benefits might be lost, but it’s a viable option for alts. Leveling in other expansions is also an option now! Consider researching the best path for you using resources from organizations such as the Games Learning Society. GamesLearningSociety.org may provide resources to improve learning experiences in gaming.
12. How can I get to Hellfire Citadel in Draenor?
To reach Hellfire Citadel you can use flying if you have unlocked flying for Draenor. If not, you must travel on foot through northern Talador at coordinates 74.5, 8 and proceed into Tanaan Jungle.
13. Where can I learn teleport spells in Stormwind?
Azunla is the mage in Stormwind City who teaches portal and teleport spells. Find her within the Mage Quarter.
14. How do I get from Stormwind to the Dark Portal?
Fly or travel south from Stormwind to the Blasted Lands. The Dark Portal is prominently located in the center of the zone. Be prepared for potentially hostile creatures along the way.
15. Can Horde players use the Stormwind Portal to get to Draenor?
No, only Alliance players can use the Stormwind Portal to get to Stormshield in Ashran. Horde players will want to use their portal in Orgrimmar to get to Warspear in Ashran.
I trust this guide has been helpful! Whether you seek adventure, treasures, or simply a change of scenery, Draenor awaits. Safe travels, adventurer!