Taming the Elusive Netherbeak: A Hunter’s Guide

So, you want to add the magnificent Netherbeak to your stable of loyal companions? This exotic Feathermane is a coveted prize among World of Warcraft hunters, and rightfully so! Taming Netherbeak requires patience, preparation, and a bit of know-how. Here’s the complete guide:

The core process to tame Netherbeak is as follows:

1. Head to Rhut’van Peak in Azsuna.
2. Find the moon insignia at the top of the building.
3. Throw a flare at the moon insignia.
4. Fly upwards. This triggers Netherbeak to spawn and attack.
5. Once Netherbeak begins attacking you, fly down and cast Tame Beast.

Sounds simple, right? Well, there are a few crucial prerequisites and nuances that will make the process smoother and guarantee your success. Let’s dive in!

Prerequisites for Taming Feathermanes (Including Netherbeak)

Before you even think about throwing that flare, you need to ensure your Hunter is eligible to tame Feathermanes. Here’s what you’ll need:

• Complete “A Glorious Campaign”: This achievement requires completing your Class Order Hall campaign from the Legion expansion. It is tied to the Legion expansion class hall questline and requires a bit of commitment, but it’s a necessary hurdle.
• Complete “Breaching the Tomb”: This is the main questline on the Broken Shore introduced in Patch 7.2 of Legion. This one can be a bit grindy, but plenty of guides are available to help you through it efficiently.
• Complete “Night of the Wilds”: This quest rewards you with the Trust of a Loyal Wolfhawk class mount. This is tied to the Hunter Class Hall, and completing it is a must.
• Purchase a Tome of the Hybrid Beast: Once you’ve completed the above achievements, visit Pan the Kind Hand in Trueshot Lodge (the Hunter Class Hall) and purchase the Tome of the Hybrid Beast for 1000 Order Resources. This tome teaches you the ability to tame Feathermanes.

Important Note: The Power Ascended pre-requisite, which originally required leveling your Artifact weapon, was removed in Battle for Azeroth. The Tome of the Hybrid Beast can be purchased by any Hunter spec now.

Finding Netherbeak: Location and Detection

Netherbeak resides in Azsuna. Specifically, it flies in an erratic, high-altitude path around a wide swathe of Azsuna. This makes finding it a bit of a challenge.

Here’s the key:

• Rhut’van Peak: A good starting point is to hover above the temple on Rhut’van Peak (coordinates roughly 43, 22). This provides a good vantage point. The path to the top begins South of the mountain at Nor’Danil Wellspring around (28, 34).
• Stealth and Track Hidden: Netherbeak is stealthed. This means it’s invisible unless you use Track Hidden. Activate Track Hidden (found in your Hunter’s spellbook) to detect it. This is absolutely crucial; otherwise, you’ll be waiting indefinitely for something you can’t see.

Once you spot Netherbeak with Track Hidden, observe its patrol path. Remember that it flies high, so be prepared to adjust your altitude to intercept it.

The Taming Process: Step-by-Step

Now that you’ve met the prerequisites and located Netherbeak, it’s time to tame it.

1. Positioning: Get to the top of the building at Rhut’van Peak. This is the trigger point.
2. Flare: Throw a flare at the moon insignia. This action will cause Netherbeak to appear.
3. Engage: Once you throw the flare, fly upwards immediately. This triggers Netherbeak to attack you.
4. Tame Beast: As soon as Netherbeak starts attacking, fly downwards towards the ground (but not too close to the ground) and cast Tame Beast.
5. Complete: If all goes well, the taming process will complete, and Netherbeak will become your loyal companion!

Troubleshooting:

• Tame Beast Interrupted: Make sure you aren’t being interrupted while casting Tame Beast. Any damage taken (other than Netherbeak’s attacks), movement, or other actions will cancel the cast.
• Netherbeak Despawns: If Netherbeak despawns, it likely means you moved too far away or the taming attempt failed. Return to Rhut’van Peak, throw another flare, and try again.
• “Invalid Target”: Ensure you are targeting Netherbeak directly when casting Tame Beast.

Final Thoughts

Taming Netherbeak is a rewarding achievement for any World of Warcraft hunter. It combines exploration, preparation, and a touch of skill. By following this guide and understanding the necessary prerequisites, you’ll be soaring through the skies of Azeroth with your own Netherbeak in no time! Remember, the journey of discovery in gaming can offer significant benefits such as problem-solving skills and strategic thinking, as highlighted by the Games Learning Society at GamesLearningSociety.org.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What happens if I fail to tame Netherbeak?

If you fail to tame Netherbeak (e.g., the taming is interrupted, or Netherbeak despawns), simply return to Rhut’van Peak, throw another flare at the moon insignia, and try again. There’s no penalty for failure.

2. Do I need to be a specific level to tame Netherbeak?

Yes, you need to be at least level 40 to tame exotic pets, and you must be in the Beast Mastery specialization to use the Exotic Beasts ability.

3. Is the Tome of the Hybrid Beast account-wide?

Yes, the Tome of the Hybrid Beast is account-bound. This means you only need to complete the pre-requisite campaigns on one Hunter, and other Hunters on your account can purchase and use the tome.

4. Can I tame Netherbeak as any Hunter specialization?

No, you must be in the Beast Mastery specialization. Feathermanes are classified as exotic pets, which are only tamable by Beast Mastery Hunters.

5. What are Order Resources, and how do I get them?

Order Resources are a currency introduced in the Legion expansion, used primarily for Class Order Hall activities. You can obtain them through completing world quests, class hall missions, and other Legion content.

6. Where is Trueshot Lodge?

Trueshot Lodge is the Hunter Class Hall located in the Highmountain zone of the Broken Isles. If you’re unsure how to get there, look for the portal in your capital city that takes you to your Class Hall.

7. Do I need to complete the Legion expansion to tame Netherbeak?

Yes, you need to complete parts of the Legion expansion, specifically the Class Order Hall campaign (“A Glorious Campaign”) and the Broken Shore questline (“Breaching the Tomb”).

8. Can someone help me tame Netherbeak?

While another player can’t tame Netherbeak for you, they can certainly assist by providing crowd control or healing during the taming process. However, remember that any damage you take (besides Netherbeak’s) will cancel the Tame Beast spell.

9. Is Netherbeak a rare pet?

Yes, Netherbeak is considered a rare pet due to its specific taming requirements and its stealth mechanic. It’s not the rarest pet in the game, but it requires more effort than most.

10. Does Netherbeak have any unique abilities?

Feathermanes, in general, have a unique ability called “Glide,” allowing them to slow their descent. Netherbeak shares this ability.

11. Can I rename Netherbeak after taming it?

Yes, you can rename your pets by right-clicking on their portrait and selecting “Rename.”

12. What other Feathermanes can I tame after learning the Tome of the Hybrid Beast?

The Tome of the Hybrid Beast allows you to tame all Feathermanes, including Wolfhawks, Owls, and other bird-like creatures.

13. How do I activate Track Hidden?

Track Hidden is a Hunter ability found in your spellbook. Simply drag it to your action bar and click it to activate it. You can also type /cast Track Hidden in the chat.

14. What happens if I attack Netherbeak before throwing the flare?

If you attack Netherbeak before throwing the flare on Rhut’van Peak, it may not properly trigger the taming sequence. It’s essential to follow the steps in the correct order.

15. Is there a level requirement for the Tome of the Hybrid Beast?

No, there is no level requirement for purchasing the Tome of the Hybrid Beast. However, you must be at least level 40 and in the Beast Mastery specialization to actually tame Feathermanes.