How to Get Dragonflight in World of Warcraft: A Comprehensive Guide
Getting access to the latest World of Warcraft expansion, Dragonflight, involves a few key steps. Simply put, you need to purchase the Dragonflight expansion and have a character that has reached at least level 60. Once these conditions are met, the initial Dragonflight questline will become available to you in your faction’s main city, either Stormwind for the Alliance or Orgrimmar for the Horde. This sets you on a path to the Dragon Isles, introducing you to the new dragonriding system and the expansion’s engaging narrative. This article will break down how to access Dragonflight and provide answers to common questions.
Accessing the Dragonflight Expansion
Purchasing Dragonflight
Unlike other content in World of Warcraft, which is included with your subscription or game time, Dragonflight is a separate purchase. This means that if you wish to experience the content within the Dragon Isles, you must buy the expansion in addition to your subscription. The purchase of Dragonflight does not include game time, so ensure you have an active subscription or game time on your account to begin your adventures.
Character Level Requirements
To actually begin the Dragonflight introductory quest, your character needs to be at least level 60. Although you can technically start the journey to the Dragon Isles at level 58, it’s highly recommended that you reach level 60 first. Once your character has attained level 60, and you’ve bought the expansion, the initial quest will automatically become available.
Starting the Dragonflight Questline
Once you meet the level requirement and own Dragonflight, the introductory quest will appear in your quest log the next time you log in. This quest sends you to your faction’s capital city:
- Alliance Players: Head to Stormwind to begin the questline.
- Horde Players: Travel to Orgrimmar to kick off your adventure.
The starting quest is relatively short, serving as a brief introduction to the story and setting the stage for your journey to the Dragon Isles.
Unlocking Dragonriding
A key element of Dragonflight is the dragonriding system. You’ll unlock your first dragon mount, the Renewed Proto-Drake, relatively early in your questing experience. As you progress through the initial quests and learn the basics of dragonriding, you’ll receive this mount as a reward. Dragonriding is a unique and engaging way to explore the Dragon Isles. Further into the story in the Waking Shores, at around level 61 you can learn dragonriding itself from Alexstraza the Life-Binder at the Ruby Lifeshrine.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about Dragonflight
1. Can I play WoW without buying Dragonflight?
Yes, you can. A World of Warcraft subscription or game time gives you access to all previous expansions and content up to level 60. However, you will not be able to access the Dragon Isles or level beyond 60 without purchasing the Dragonflight expansion.
2. Do you have to pay for Dragonflight?
Yes, Dragonflight is not included with a standard subscription; it is a separate purchase required to experience the new content in the expansion.
3. Should I level to 60 before Dragonflight?
Yes, while you can start the initial quest line at level 58 it is recommended to level your character to 60 first. The content is scaled for level 60 characters, so it will be an easier and smoother experience.
4. Can I level past 60 without Dragonflight?
No, you cannot level past level 60 without owning the Dragonflight expansion. If you are at level 60 and no longer receiving experience, you need to purchase the expansion.
5. Can you start Dragonflight at level 58?
The introductory Dragonflight quest can start at level 58, but as we noted, it is best to be level 60. When reaching level 58, you will automatically be given the first quest.
6. Where do I learn Dragonflight?
After completing the first two chapters of the campaign in the Waking Shores, riders can unlock Dragonriding. Alexstraza the Life-Binder can be found at the Ruby Lifeshrine around level 61. They will be able to study Dragonriding and begin flying there.
7. How long does it take to get to Dragonflight?
Once your character hits level 60 and you own Dragonflight, the expansion’s campaign will become available.
8. Can you start Dragonflight at 59?
No, while you can start the first quest at level 58, the questline that takes you to the Dragon Isles and allows you to access the content is at level 60.
9. Can you start Dragonflight at level 1?
No, the Dragonflight introductory quest requires a character to be at least level 60. A level 1 character will need to level to 60 before starting the expansion content.
10. Is leveling easier in Dragonflight?
Yes, leveling alt characters in Dragonflight has been made easier thanks to features such as the Dragon Isles Adventuring system, World Quests, and side quests. These features can make the leveling process for alts much faster than in previous expansions.
11. How long does it take to level from 60 to 70 in Dragonflight?
The time it takes to level from 60 to 70 in Dragonflight can vary, but with an optimized leveling path, players can achieve this in around 4 hours.
12. Can I level to 60 without Shadowlands?
Yes, if you have an active World of Warcraft subscription or game time, you can access all content up to level 60, without needing to purchase previous expansions like Shadowlands.
13. Can you get to the Dragon Isles before 60?
No, you must be at least level 58 to even begin the quests, but you must also have the expansion and be level 60 to travel to the Dragon Isles.
14. Do I get all expansions if I buy Dragonflight?
No. World of Warcraft expansions are not sold together. Only the latest expansion (Dragonflight) is sold separately. However, owning the most recent expansion also includes all previous expansions, but only for the purpose of leveling to 60.
15. Is Dragonflight good for beginners?
Yes, Dragonflight is considered beginner-friendly. The return of the iconic Dragonflights and an engaging story makes it a great introductory point for new players to World of Warcraft. The game has also become more accessible for newer players to pick it up and experience.
By meeting the level requirement and purchasing the expansion, you’ll be well on your way to exploring the Dragon Isles. Good luck and have fun!