How Much Conquest Can You Earn in World of Warcraft: Dragonflight?
The amount of Conquest you can earn in World of Warcraft: Dragonflight is not a fixed number, but rather a system with a weekly cap that increases over time. Initially, the system was designed to limit how quickly players could acquire top-tier PvP gear, preventing an immediate gear advantage. However, significant changes have been implemented to make the process more flexible and less restrictive. Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of how much Conquest you can earn and the factors influencing it:
Understanding the Conquest Cap System
Initial Cap and Weekly Increases
The Conquest system in Dragonflight operates on a weekly cap. This means there is a limit on how much Conquest you can earn each week. Previously, this cap started at 550 Conquest per week and increased by an additional 550 each week. This allowed players to catch up if they missed a week, ensuring that no Conquest was permanently lost. The maximum amount of Conquest you could earn would increase every week. However, this system changed later in the Dragonflight expansion.
Current Cap Growth
In a significant update to the system, the weekly increase has been adjusted. The weekly cap now increases by 1100 Conquest per week, which is double the previous rate. This change was implemented to accelerate gear progression, making it easier for players to reach the desired item level for competitive PvP. It’s important to note that any Conquest earned beyond the current cap is wasted, emphasizing the importance of spending it each week.
No More Cap
Currently, the cap on Conquest Points has been removed. This means you can now earn as much Conquest as you want without any weekly limits. This change has made gearing up through PvP significantly faster. You can farm Conquest points as quickly as you are able, allowing you to acquire the best gear at your own pace.
How to Earn Conquest Points
Conquest points are earned through participating in PvP activities, the primary sources being rated arenas and rated battlegrounds.
Rated Arena
Winning in rated arena matches, regardless of the size (2v2 or 3v3), will net you 180 Conquest per victory.
Rated Battlegrounds
Victories in rated battlegrounds award 400 Conquest. In addition, even if you lose a rated battleground match, you can still earn up to 200 Conquest, depending on the closeness of the fight. The closer you are to winning, the higher the consolation amount.
Bonus and Random Battlegrounds
The first win of the day in a Bonus Battleground and the first Random Battleground also gives 150 Conquest each. It provides an incentive to participate in a variety of battlegrounds.
Solo Shuffle
Solo Shuffle also provides Conquest points when you win. You need to win a minimum of 3 of the 6 rounds to get Conquest points. If a player leaves a match, no one earns conquest regardless of their score.
Stronghold Bonus
A helpful bonus comes from unlocking strongholds. Each unlocked stronghold room adds to a bonus to your conquest points. Fully unlocking all 6 strongholds and their respective rooms grants you a 150% bonus to your Conquest earnings. This does not require decoration, just unlocking.
Spending Your Conquest Points
Once you’ve earned Conquest points, you can spend them on powerful PvP gear.
Gear Costs
The price of gear varies according to the item slot and type.
- Two-handers: 1800 Conquest
- Intellect Main Hand: 1350 Conquest
- One-hander: 900 Conquest
- Top-tier Armor (Helm, Chest, Legs): 875 Conquest
- Offensive Trinkets (Badges, Insignias, Emblems), Mid-tier Armor (Shoulder, Gloves, Belt, Feet): 700 Conquest
- Accessories (Neck, Cloak, Rings), Bracers, CC Trinkets: 525 Conquest
- Offhands: 450 Conquest
Upgrading Gear
Normal Conquest gear can be upgraded. You can use this gear to acquire tier set bonuses, making it a crucial part of endgame PvP progression.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Is the Conquest cap still a weekly limit?
No, the weekly limit on Conquest has been removed, allowing you to earn as much as you want each week.
2. How much does the Conquest cap increase weekly?
The Conquest cap used to increase by 550 per week, but it has been updated to 1100 per week. However, there is no cap currently.
3. Can you earn Conquest from all PvP activities?
Yes, you can earn Conquest from a variety of PvP activities, including Rated Arenas, Rated Battlegrounds, Solo Shuffle, and daily wins in Bonus and Random Battlegrounds.
4. How much Conquest do I get for an arena win?
You earn 180 Conquest for each arena win.
5. How much Conquest do I get for a rated battleground win?
You earn 400 Conquest for winning a rated battleground. You can also get up to 200 Conquest for losses, depending on the game’s closeness.
6. How much Conquest do I get for daily battleground wins?
The first win of the day in a Bonus Battleground and the first Random Battleground give 150 Conquest each.
7. Can I earn Conquest from Solo Shuffle?
Yes, you can earn Conquest in Solo Shuffle provided you win 3 of the 6 rounds.
8. What happens if someone leaves a solo shuffle?
If a player leaves during a solo shuffle match, nobody will earn any conquest points, regardless of their score.
9. What is the Conquest stronghold bonus?
Unlocking strongholds provides a bonus to the amount of conquest points you earn, with all 6 fully unlocked increasing earnings by 150%.
10. What can I buy with Conquest points?
You can purchase powerful PvP gear with Conquest points, including weapons, armor, trinkets, and accessories.
11. Can Conquest points carry over to the next season?
No, Conquest points do not carry over between seasons. Any remaining Conquest at the end of the season will be converted into honor points.
12. Can Conquest gear be upgraded?
Yes, regular Conquest gear can be upgraded, and it can be used to create tier set bonuses.
13. What is the best way to earn conquest points?
The best way to earn Conquest points is to participate in Rated Arenas, Rated Battlegrounds, and Solo Shuffle. Maximizing wins in these activities is most effective.
14. Why is there no Conquest cap?
The cap has been removed in order to allow players to get all of the gear as fast as they would like. This has been done to promote more participation and accessibility.
15. Is it better to spend my conquest points weekly or to buy in bulk?
There is no longer a weekly cap, and the most efficient way is to buy as often as possible so that you don’t have wasted points.
By understanding the mechanics of the Conquest system, you can effectively gear up your character and dominate the PvP scene in Dragonflight. Always try to make the most of every weekly reset and maximize your conquest earnings. Remember to check back for any possible updates to the system in the future!