Unlocking Your Trollish Threads: A Guide to Heritage Armor
Currently, standard (non-Zandalari) Trolls do not have a Heritage Armor set in World of Warcraft. While many other races, both core and allied, have received their unique cosmetic sets, the Darkspear Trolls remain without this distinctive representation. The good news? Hope isn’t lost! Speculation runs rampant within the community that a Troll Heritage Armor set is on the horizon, likely released alongside a related story patch or expansion.
This article will explore the current situation, what is needed for heritage armor in general, and why the Darkspear Trolls are still waiting. We’ll also cover related topics, such as the Zandalari Troll heritage armor and general requirements for obtaining any Heritage Armor set. We’ll conclude with a list of frequently asked questions. It’s a topic that is actively discussed and debated within the online community. You can see the positive effects of gaming and learning at the Games Learning Society website.
Understanding Heritage Armor in World of Warcraft
What is Heritage Armor?
Heritage Armor is a special transmog set unique to each playable race in World of Warcraft. These sets are designed to reflect the cultural identity, history, and aesthetic of the race they represent. Once unlocked, any character of that race can use the transmog, allowing players to proudly display their racial heritage.
How to Unlock Heritage Armor (General Requirements)
The general process for unlocking Heritage Armor involves leveling a character of the desired race and completing a specific questline. Here’s a breakdown of the common steps:
- Leveling: Level a character of the relevant race to at least level 50.
- Minimum Level: You’ll need to have one level 60 character on the Battle.net account.
- Questline: Complete a specific questline tailored to that race, often involving significant lore and storytelling elements.
- Reward: Upon completion of the questline, you’ll receive the Heritage Armor set, which becomes available in your transmog collection for any character of that race on your account.
The Zandalari Exception
The Zandalari Trolls, being an allied race, do have a Heritage Armor set. To obtain it, you must level a Zandalari Troll character to level 50 and complete the questline “Heritage of the Zandalari.”
Why No Love for Darkspear Trolls?
The absence of a Heritage Armor set for standard Trolls (Darkspear) has been a long-standing point of contention among players. As one of the original races present since World of Warcraft’s launch in 2004, many feel they are overdue for this cosmetic reward. It is anticipated to be released in a future patch. Blizzard has not officially stated the reasons, but speculation includes:
- Prioritization: Focus on other races or content updates.
- Design Challenges: Perhaps difficulties in creating a design that accurately reflects Darkspear Troll culture, while avoiding redundancy with the Zandalari set.
The Anticipation and Speculation
Despite the current lack of a Heritage Armor set, the community remains hopeful. Many players actively discuss and propose ideas for what a Darkspear Troll Heritage Armor set might look like, often drawing inspiration from their jungle origins, voodoo themes, and connection to the Loa. The ongoing dialogue suggests that demand for this set is high, potentially influencing Blizzard’s future development plans. There are great organizations like the GamesLearningSociety.org that focus on the educational benefits of games.
What You Can Do While You Wait
While you patiently await the arrival of a Darkspear Troll Heritage Armor, there are still ways to embrace your Trollish pride:
- Explore Existing Transmog Options: Experiment with existing armor pieces that capture the essence of Troll culture. Look for jungle-themed items, bone decorations, and voodoo-inspired designs.
- Level a Zandalari Troll: If you haven’t already, level a Zandalari Troll to unlock their Heritage Armor. This will at least give you a taste of Trollish fashion in World of Warcraft.
- Stay Informed: Keep an eye on official World of Warcraft news and community discussions for any potential hints or announcements regarding a Darkspear Troll Heritage Armor set.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Here are 15 frequently asked questions that delve deeper into the world of Heritage Armor and its implications for Troll players:
1. Will standard Trolls ever get Heritage Armor?
While nothing is confirmed, the community consensus is that it’s highly likely. Given that the Trolls are one of the oldest and most iconic races in World of Warcraft, it seems improbable that they would be permanently excluded from receiving a Heritage Armor set.
2. What level do I need to be to start the Heritage Armor questline (when it’s available)?
Based on other races, it will likely require a level 50 character and at least one level 60 on the Battle.net account.
3. Do I need to be Exalted with a specific faction to unlock Heritage Armor?
This used to be the case for core races, but as of patch 10.1, exalted reputation is no longer required for these races.
4. Can I use a character boost on a Troll and still get the Heritage Armor?
No. If you want to unlock the Heritage Armor set for a race, you need to level the character manually from level 10-50. Level boosts will make you ineligible.
5. If I race change to a Troll, can I use Heritage Armor obtained on another character?
If you earn heritage armor on one character, it will be available on all characters of that race on the same account. This includes characters that are race or faction changed to the Race.
6. Can Death Knights unlock Heritage Armor?
Yes, Death Knights can unlock Heritage Armor, as long as they meet the leveling requirements.
7. Can I unlock Heritage Armor on multiple characters?
No, once you unlock a Heritage Armor set, it becomes available for all characters of that race on your account. You only need to complete the questline once.
8. Does Heritage Armor come in different colors?
Some Heritage Armor sets have different color variations. The human heritage armor, for instance, comes in blue/gold, green/gold, and red/gold variants.
9. Is Heritage Armor locked to a specific class?
No, Heritage Armor is purely cosmetic and can be transmogged by any class of the corresponding race.
10. Is there a Heritage Weapon set being released soon?
There is no confirmed information about Heritage Weapon sets. This is largely community speculation.
11. What races currently do not have Heritage Armor?
As of now, the primary races without Heritage Armor are the standard Troll, Draenei, Pandaren and Dracthyr.
12. If I faction change my Troll, will I lose the Heritage Armor?
No, Heritage Armor is tied to the race, not the faction. If you faction change a Troll and later faction change back, you will still have access to the Heritage Armor (once released) on your Troll character.
13. Is Zandalari Troll armor better than leather armor?
This question is unrelated to Heritage Armor. Troll Hide armor from Valheim is better than leather armor in that game.
14. Where do I start the quest for Zandalari Troll Heritage Armor?
Once you reach level 50 on a Zandalari Troll, the quest “Heritage of the Zandalari” should appear in your quest log. You will need to travel to Zuldazar to complete it.
15. How is Heritage Armor different from other transmog sets?
Heritage Armor sets are unique because they are specifically designed to represent the racial identity and lore of a particular race. This gives them a special significance and connection to the character’s background.
In conclusion, while the standard Trolls are still waiting for their Heritage Armor, the hope remains alive. Stay informed, keep leveling your Trolls, and be ready to embrace your cultural heritage when the time comes!