Crafting a Rank 7 Legendary in World of Warcraft: A Comprehensive Guide to Costs
The burning question on many World of Warcraft players’ minds is: how much does it actually cost to craft a Rank 7 Legendary? The short answer is that it takes a combination of Soul Ash, Soul Cinders, and Cosmic Flux. Here’s the detailed breakdown:
To go from a Rank 6 Legendary to a Rank 7 Legendary item level 291 you will need 2,000 Cosmic Flux and a Rank 7 base item. The Soul Ash and Soul Cinders required for the Rank 7 base item are obtainable from the Bag of Explored Souls. The Bag of Explored Souls costs 3,000 Cosmic Flux, and contains the 5,150 Soul Ash and 1,650 Soul Cinders needed to craft the Rank 7 base item.
Therefore, the full cost is:
- 5,000 Cosmic Flux
This is assuming you have a Rank 6 Legendary item ready to upgrade, and need only the Rank 7 base item materials. It is also worth noting that the base item must be item level 291.
Understanding the Costs: A Deeper Dive
The process of crafting a Rank 7 Legendary involves several steps, each with its own associated costs. It’s essential to understand the requirements to fully grasp the overall investment. We’ll start from the beginning and work our way up.
Base Item Creation
Before you can upgrade to Rank 7, you need the Rank 7 base item. This base item isn’t just a placeholder; it’s a necessary component with its own crafting process. You can obtain the necessary materials for this using the Bag of Explored Souls.
- The Bag of Explored Souls costs 3,000 Cosmic Flux.
- It contains 5,150 Soul Ash and 1,650 Soul Cinders.
- This is enough to create the Rank 7 base item
Upgrading to Rank 7
Once you have the Rank 7 base item, and a Rank 6 Legendary, you can upgrade using:
- 2,000 Cosmic Flux
This is the final requirement for achieving your Rank 7 Legendary.
Skipping Ranks: A Cost Comparison
Some players might wonder if they can skip directly to Rank 6, and whether that will impact their cost. While it’s technically possible to jump straight to Rank 6, it doesn’t reduce the overall material costs. To craft a Rank 6 Legendary from scratch, you need the same amount of mats as crafting a rank 5 and upgrading it to rank 6. A Rank 5 Legendary requires 1,100 Soul Cinders and a Rank 6 Legendary requires 1,650 Soul Cinders. To skip straight to rank 6, therefore, you will need 2,750 Soul Cinders.
This illustrates that while you can fast-track your item, the total expenditure of materials remains consistent with the sum of each incremental rank.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
To provide even greater clarity, here are 15 frequently asked questions regarding legendary crafting, costs, and mechanics:
1. What is a Rank 7 Legendary in WoW?
A Rank 7 Legendary is a piece of gear obtainable in World of Warcraft at item level 291. It is the highest rank you can craft your Legendary item and offers a significant stat boost compared to lower ranks. It is the culmination of a specific crafting process that requires Cosmic Flux, Soul Ash, and Soul Cinders.
2. How do I get Cosmic Flux?
Cosmic Flux is obtained through various activities in the Shadowlands expansion, specifically in the Zereth Mortis zone. These activities include defeating world bosses, completing daily quests, participating in dungeons and raids, and opening treasures.
3. Can I craft a Rank 7 Legendary without a Rank 6 Legendary?
No, you cannot craft a Rank 7 Legendary directly without a Rank 6 Legendary. The Rank 7 upgrade requires a Rank 6 Legendary as a starting point, as the upgrade process replaces the Rank 6 Legendary with the new Rank 7 Legendary.
4. Is there any other item necessary to create Rank 7 Legendary?
Yes, you will also need the Rank 7 base item that must be item level 291.
5. Can you have two Legendaries in Shadowlands?
While you can’t equip two crafted legendaries, you can equip ONE crafted Legendary and ONE Covenant Legendary, the Unity Legendary. However, the Covenant Legendary is specific to your current covenant.
6. What are Soul Ash and Soul Cinders?
Soul Ash and Soul Cinders are currencies obtained in the Shadowlands used for legendary crafting. Soul Ash is primarily obtained from Torghast, while Soul Cinders can be earned from the higher layers of Torghast and from the Maw Assaults.
7. Where do you craft Legendary items?
Legendary items are crafted at the Runecarver located within Torghast, the Tower of the Damned. The Runecarver unlocks after you complete the introduction to Torghast chapter of your chosen Covenant Campaign.
8. Can you lose a Legendary Rank?
No. Once you achieve a Legendary Rank you cannot lose it, unless your character is stripped of their status. This means once you have your Rank 7 Legendary you will not lose it. In Hearthstone, once you reach Legend rank you remain at that rank until the next season. This is not applicable in World of Warcraft, as there are no seasons that cause you to lose your rank.
9. What is the cheapest way to get a Rank 7 Legendary?
The cheapest way to craft a Rank 7 Legendary is to start from Rank 1 and incrementally upgrade to Rank 6, utilizing all the materials available from various gameplay activities. However, if you have resources available to buy the Bag of Explored Souls you can bypass all the lower ranks and obtain the Rank 7 base item immediately.
10. How do you unlock legendary crafting?
To unlock Legendary Crafting you need to reach a minimum of 100 skill points in your crafting profession. You also need to complete the “Intro to Torghast” chapter in any Covenant Campaign to unlock the Runecarver.
11. How much does it cost to make a 262 legendary?
A Rank 6 Legendary (item level 262) costs 1,650 Soul Cinders to create or upgrade, provided you already have a Rank 5 Legendary item. If you are skipping ranks and going straight to Rank 6, it costs 2,750 Soul Cinders.
12. Is it possible to upgrade a Legendary in the current expansion?
Yes. You can upgrade Legendary Items to the current maximum item level if the materials are available. These items will not go past the maximum item level obtainable, until a new patch or expansion is released.
13. Are there any new Legendary items or changes in recent patches?
Recent patches have introduced new Legendary items and weapons such as the Evoker Legendary Weapon, Nasz’uro, the Unbound Legacy. Fyr’alath, a flaming two-handed axe is also a new legendary obtained from defeating bosses in the Amirdrassil raid. There have also been adjustments to existing legendary powers and crafting costs.
14. Can you obtain Legendaries without purchasing expansions?
Legendary items are often part of the core gameplay experience within an expansion; however, if you do not purchase the expansion, you will not be able to obtain all available Legendary items. You may be able to obtain them by trading.
15. What are the base items needed for Legendary crafting?
Base items are crafted by players with relevant crafting professions (e.g., Leatherworking, Tailoring, Blacksmithing). These base items are required when crafting the different ranks of a Legendary item. The required profession must be at least 100 skill to craft the Legendary base items.
Conclusion
Crafting a Rank 7 Legendary in World of Warcraft requires a significant investment of time and resources. Understanding the intricacies of each step, from gathering Soul Ash, Soul Cinders, and Cosmic Flux, to comprehending the crafting process at the Runecarver, is vital for any player looking to optimize their gear. By taking the time to understand the costs and mechanics involved, you’ll be well on your way to achieving your goals and getting your hands on a powerful Rank 7 Legendary.