How to Get the Mage Tower Mount: A Comprehensive Guide
The Soaring Spelltome mount, a magical book carried by arcane energy, is a coveted reward in World of Warcraft. You obtain this impressive mount by completing a meta-achievement called “A Tour of Towers.” This achievement requires you to complete all seven different Mage Tower challenges available during the Timewalking Mage Tower event, using different characters or specializations to tackle each challenge. It’s a true test of skill and class mastery!
Understanding the Mage Tower
The Mage Tower is a solo challenge that tests your ability to play specific class specializations against uniquely designed encounters. It’s accessible during specific Timewalking events, allowing you to revisit content from the Legion expansion. Success requires not only excellent game mechanics but also knowledge of your class and the specific boss mechanics of each challenge.
Where is the Mage Tower Located?
The Mage Tower is permanently available now and located at Deliverance Point on the Broken Shore. You can speak with War Councilor Victoria to begin the challenge. There is no cost to enter.
Gearing Up for Success
Before diving into the challenges, it’s crucial to properly gear your character. While current expansion gear works, many players prefer using older gear with beneficial effects that might not be present in modern items.
Legion Gear
Collecting gear from the Legion expansion can provide significant advantages. Running Legion raids on LFR, Normal, Heroic, and Mythic difficulties can yield powerful items and set bonuses.
Gemming and Enchanting
Don’t underestimate the power of gems and enchants! Utilize appropriate gems and enchants to maximize your character’s stats for the specific challenge you’re attempting. Knowledge of secondary stats like Haste, Critical Strike, and Mastery is crucial here.
Mastering the Challenges
Each Mage Tower challenge is tailored to a specific role or class specialization. These challenges test different aspects of gameplay, such as damage dealing, healing, and tanking.
The Seven Challenges
Here are the seven different Mage Tower challenges and the roles they are designed for:
- Agatha’s Challenge: Tank specialization (e.g., Guardian Druid, Protection Warrior).
- Closing the Eye: Havoc Demon Hunter, Outlaw Rogue, Fury Warrior, Windwalker Monk, Frost Death Knight, Survival Hunter.
- Feltotem’s Fall: Balance Druid, Fire Mage, Shadow Priest, Enhancement Shaman, Affliction Warlock.
- The God-Queen’s Fury: Restoration Druid, Holy Priest, Restoration Shaman, Holy Paladin, Mistweaver Monk.
- The Highlord’s Return: Guardian Druid
- Incredible Potential: Beast Mastery Hunter, Arcane Mage, Subtlety Rogue, Brewmaster Monk, Unholy Death Knight, Assassination Rogue, Retribution Paladin, Elemental Shaman, Demonology Warlock.
- An Impossible Foe: Assassination Rogue, Frost Mage, Arms Warrior, Vengeance Demon Hunter, Feral Druid, Discipline Priest, Marksmanship Hunter, Destruction Warlock.
Tips and Strategies
While each challenge requires a tailored approach, some general tips apply across the board:
- Know your class: Understanding your abilities, talents, and rotation is paramount. Practice with different builds to find what works best for the challenge.
- Study the encounter: Watch videos of successful attempts to learn the boss mechanics, strategies, and timings.
- Utilize consumables: Potions, flasks, food buffs, and scrolls can provide a significant edge.
- Persistence is key: Don’t get discouraged by failures. Learn from your mistakes and keep trying.
Overcoming Difficulties
The Mage Tower is designed to be challenging. If you’re struggling, consider the following:
- Optimize your gear: Ensure you have the best possible gear, gems, and enchants.
- Adjust your talents: Experiment with different talent builds to find the optimal setup for the challenge.
- Seek advice: Consult online guides, forums, and communities for tips and strategies specific to your class and the challenge.
The Reward: Soaring Spelltome Mount
Upon completing all seven Mage Tower challenges and earning the “A Tour of Towers” achievement, you will be awarded the prestigious Soaring Spelltome mount. This mount is a testament to your skill and perseverance, showcasing your mastery of various class specializations.
Mage Tower and the Games Learning Society
The Mage Tower, with its focus on problem-solving and skill acquisition, provides a compelling example of how games can be used for learning and development. Like the work explored by the Games Learning Society, the Mage Tower promotes strategic thinking, adaptability, and perseverance, all crucial skills applicable in various real-world contexts. For more information on the intersection of games and learning, visit GamesLearningSociety.org.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are some frequently asked questions about the Mage Tower and obtaining the mount:
1. Is the Mage Tower permanently available?
Yes, the Mage Tower is now permanently available in the game, meaning you can attempt the challenges at any time.
2. What level do I need to be to attempt the Mage Tower?
You need to be at least level 50 to participate in the Mage Tower challenges. Dragonflight is available at Level 60. The current max level in Dragonflight is 70.
3. Do I need special gear to complete the Mage Tower?
While current expansion gear will work, many players find that using gear from the Legion expansion with specific bonuses can make the challenges easier.
4. What is the easiest class for the “Closing the Eye” challenge?
Based on player feedback and experience, Havoc Demon Hunter is often considered one of the easier classes for the “Closing the Eye” challenge.
5. Can I use Shadowlands Legendaries in the Mage Tower?
No, Covenant abilities, Shadowlands Legendaries, and other similar systems are disabled while inside the Mage Tower.
6. Do consumables work in the Mage Tower?
Yes, potions, flasks, food buffs, and scrolls can be used to enhance your character’s performance.
7. How many times can I attempt a Mage Tower challenge?
You can attempt the challenges as many times as you like, with no cost or limit to the number of tries.
8. Can I complete all seven challenges on one character?
No, you must complete each of the seven different challenges on separate characters or specializations.
9. Are there any specific talents that are recommended for the Mage Tower?
The best talents depend on your class and the specific challenge. Researching builds and guides can help you determine the optimal talent setup.
10. Is it possible to solo the Mage Tower challenges?
Yes, the Mage Tower challenges are designed to be completed solo.
11. What happens if I fail a challenge?
If you fail a challenge, you can simply try again. There is no penalty for failure.
12. Can I still get the Werebear form from the Mage Tower?
Yes, the Fel Werebear Druid form is still obtainable by completing “The Highlord’s Return” challenge.
13. What is the reward for completing all seven Mage Tower challenges?
The reward for completing all seven challenges is the Soaring Spelltome mount and the “A Tour of Towers” achievement.
14. How long does a Mage Tower challenge typically last?
Each attempt lasts as long as it takes you to either defeat the encounter or die.
15. Do legacy raid buffs work in the Mage Tower?
Generally, yes, raid buffs work in the Mage Tower, though certain specific raid mechanics might be scaled down or disabled.