How to Obtain Lionheart Champion: A Comprehensive Guide

Understanding the Lionheart Legacy

The Lionheart Champion, Reborn, is a powerful and sought-after two-handed sword in World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade Classic (TBC Classic). This weapon is not simply found as a loot drop; it’s the result of a specific crafting progression, making it a testament to a blacksmith’s dedication. To acquire it, you must first understand the crafting lineage and gather the necessary resources. This article will guide you through the steps to obtain this formidable weapon and answer frequently asked questions regarding its crafting, use, and more.

Crafting the Lionheart Champion, Reborn

The Lionheart Champion, Reborn is the second in a series of three crafted epic swords. You cannot craft this sword directly. It’s an upgrade from a previous item, and subsequently, this item is upgraded to a final form. This upgrade system is a core aspect of the crafting process. Here’s a breakdown of how to get it:

1. Crafting the Lionheart Blade, Reborn: This is the first step in the Lionheart journey. You need to be a skilled blacksmith with an Outland Blacksmithing skill of at least 55. It is learned from the Weaponsmithing trainers. You will need to gather the specific materials for the base Lionheart Blade, which will be detailed later. Crucially, you will need the Lionheart Blade recipe, which is purchased from a trainer in an Outland capital city.

2. Upgrading to Lionheart Champion, Reborn: Once you have crafted the Lionheart Blade, Reborn, it’s not the end of the line. It needs to be upgraded to the Lionheart Champion, Reborn. To do this you must take the Lionheart Blade, Reborn and combine it with the required materials using the Blacksmithing profession skill. This requires a separate crafting recipe to upgrade your blade.

   • The primary ingredient for upgrading to the Champion is the Primal Nether.

   • You’ll also require a small amount of Primal Might.

   • The exact numbers vary, but you will likely need 12 Primal Nether and 2 Primal Might to complete the upgrade.

The Lionheart Champion, Reborn is a potent weapon in its own right, but it is also an intermediate step to obtaining the final form, the Lionheart Executioner, Reborn. Keep in mind, that all three versions of the Lionheart sword are Bind on Equip. Therefore, you should be certain of your choice before equipping them.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Crafting and Obtaining

1. What is the Lionheart Blade recipe and how to obtain it?
   The recipe for Lionheart Blade is learned from the Weaponsmithing trainers. It’s a level 55 Outland Blacksmithing recipe.

2. Where do I get Primal Nether?
   Primal Nether is a Bind on Pickup (BoP) reagent, primarily dropped in instances in Outland. You can find it from various boss encounters in Heroic difficulty dungeons, as well as from raid encounters in Karazhan, Gruul’s Lair and Magtheridon’s Lair.

3. How do I acquire Primal Might?
   Primal Might is a BoP crafting reagent dropped in Outland raids. Specifically, it can be found in raids such as Serpentshrine Cavern and The Eye.

4. Can I learn the Lionheart recipes in Retail WoW?
   No, the Lionheart Blade and its upgrade recipes are exclusive to WoW Classic and TBC Classic. They do not exist in Retail World of Warcraft.

5. Can I trade the Lionheart weapons?
   Yes, the Lionheart Blade, Champion, and Executioner are all Bind on Equip items. This means they can be traded or sold on the auction house before being equipped. However, once you equip them they become Bind on Account.

Usage and Power

6. Is Lionheart Champion a good weapon?
   Yes, it’s a powerful two-handed weapon. It provides a substantial boost to attack power and has a chance to proc a strength increase, enhancing overall damage. It is a strong upgrade for players focusing on melee DPS.

7. What is the proc rate of Lionheart Champion?
   The proc rate isn’t specifically known, however, similar to the final form Lionheart Executioner, it is expected to have a proc that increases the Strength of the wielder for a short duration (likely 10-20 seconds). The proc rate varies based on the level of the weapon. The rate of proc for the Lionheart Champion is less than the rate of the Lionheart Executioner.

8. How much damage does Lionheart Champion do?
   The damage output depends on the wielder’s stats and other factors such as buffs and talents, however, it is considered a great choice for DPS Warriors, Paladins, and Death Knights.

9. What classes can use Lionheart Champion effectively?
   The Lionheart Champion is best utilized by classes that rely heavily on melee damage. This includes Warriors, Paladins, and Death Knights.

Comparisons and Alternatives

10. Is Lionheart Champion the best two-handed weapon?
    The Lionheart Champion is a strong choice, but the Lionheart Executioner is even more powerful as it is the final upgrade of this sword. There are other weapons available with different strengths, but these depend on individual itemization preferences.

11. What other epic two-handed weapons are available?
    Other epic two-handed weapons include those found in raid dungeons. Examples include the various axes, swords and polearms from The Black Temple and Sunwell Plateau.

12. How does Lionheart compare to other crafted weapons?
    Compared to other crafted weapons, the Lionheart line is often considered one of the most desirable due to its high damage output and proc.

13. How does Lionheart Champion compare to weapons like the Executioner’s Blade in Elden Ring?
    These are two very different weapons from different games, and should not be compared. The Executioner’s Blade, which is a reference to the Marais Executioner’s Sword from Elden Ring which is found by defeating Elemer of the Briar in The Shaded Castle is a unique, large weapon with a specific damage and scaling type. The Lionheart Champion is a traditional World of Warcraft weapon with different stats and mechanics. They do not share any similarity.

General Information

14. What is an executioner’s sword?
    An executioner’s sword is a type of sword used specifically for beheading criminals. They typically are long and heavy with a blunt tip to ensure a more effective decapitation. The Lionheart Executioner, Reborn is named after this type of sword.

15. Is the Lionheart weapon related to other weapons such as the Bloody Helice or Royal Blade?
    No, The Lionheart weapons are only related to each other in terms of the crafting line. The Bloody Helice is a thrusting sword from the game Elden Ring which is found in the Writheblood Ruins. The Royal Blade is a lower-tier sword in a different game obtained through various methods like quests and shop purchases. These are all separate items from different games and do not share any kind of relation.

Conclusion

Obtaining the Lionheart Champion, Reborn requires dedication, skill, and some luck. Blacksmiths must diligently gather the required materials, learn the appropriate recipes, and then craft their way up to this impressive weapon. The reward, however, is a powerful sword that can significantly boost melee DPS potential in TBC Classic. Keep in mind that the Lionheart Champion, Reborn is a stepping stone to the ultimate Lionheart Executioner, Reborn, making it a worthwhile endeavor for any ambitious blacksmith.