How to Get a 291 Unity Legendary in World of Warcraft
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The primary method to obtain a 291 Unity Legendary in World of Warcraft is by acquiring the Memory of Unity and then crafting it onto a piece of eligible gear. The Memory of Unity is a guaranteed drop from completing Chapter 7 of the Zereth Mortis campaign, “The Spirit Healer,” on any character who has reached Revered reputation with the Enlightened faction. This allows you to equip your Covenant Legendary effect regardless of your current Covenant choice.
Understanding the Prerequisites and Steps
Before diving into the crafting process, it’s crucial to understand the necessary steps and requirements:
Reaching Revered with the Enlightened
Gaining Revered reputation with the Enlightened faction is the most time-consuming aspect. This is primarily achieved through completing daily quests, world quests, and weekly quests in Zereth Mortis. Here’s a breakdown:
- Daily Quests: Each daily quest typically awards around 125-150 reputation.
- World Quests: These offer variable reputation amounts, generally around 75-125 reputation. Keep an eye out for world quests offering bonus reputation.
- Weekly Quests: Look out for weekly quests like the ones from the Great Vault and the Patterns Within Patterns quest, which reward significant reputation gains.
- Contracts: Using a Contract: The Enlightened will grant you additional reputation with the Enlightened upon completing world quests in any Shadowlands zone. This significantly speeds up the process.
- Reputation Buffs: Be mindful of any in-game events or holiday buffs that increase reputation gains.
Completing the Zereth Mortis Campaign
Progressing through the Zereth Mortis campaign is necessary to unlock “The Spirit Healer” questline. Follow the campaign quests until you reach Chapter 7. Upon completion of the “The Spirit Healer” quest, you will be awarded the Memory of Unity.
Soul Ash and Soul Cinders
You will need Soul Ash and Soul Cinders to craft the Legendary. These materials are primarily obtained from Torghast, Tower of the Damned. Run Torghast wings regularly to accumulate these resources. You don’t need to complete every single layer to get a reasonable amount of Soul Ash/Cinders. Higher layers reward more, but you must balance this with the time it takes to complete.
The Crafter’s Mark of the First Ones
The Crafter’s Mark of the First Ones is essential to crafting a 291 Legendary. The required mark to craft a 291 Legendary is the Crafter’s Mark of the First Ones. This mark is used by crafters to bring gear to its maximum item level (291). These are crafted by players with maxed crafting professions (Leatherworking, Tailoring, Blacksmithing, Jewelcrafting). You can purchase these from the Auction House if you do not have a character with the appropriate crafting skill.
Finding a Runecarver
Once you have the Memory of Unity, Soul Ash, Soul Cinders, and the Crafter’s Mark of the First Ones, you need to visit the Runecarver in Torghast. The Runecarver will combine these materials with a suitable base item to create your 291 Unity Legendary.
Base Items
Base items are crafted items with the correct armor slot and stats, typically purchased from the auction house. Ensure the base item is eligible for imbuing with a Legendary effect. Check the tooltip of the item; it must have the text mentioning something along the lines of being able to be taken to the Runecarver. The stats on the base item do matter. For example, if you play a Retribution Paladin, you would want strength-based gear with stats such as Haste and Mastery.
Crafting the Legendary
Interact with the Runecarver and select the appropriate recipe for the Memory of Unity. Combine all the necessary materials: Memory of Unity, Soul Ash, Soul Cinders, the chosen Base Item, and the Crafter’s Mark of the First Ones. The Runecarver will then craft your 291 Unity Legendary.
Important Considerations
- Cost: Crafting a Legendary can be expensive, especially with fluctuations in base item and Crafter’s Mark prices. Plan your purchases and farming accordingly.
- Character Level: You must be level 60 to access Zereth Mortis and the Runecarver.
- Double Legendary: Equipping the Unity Legendary will allow you to equip another Covenant Legendary, effectively giving you two legendary powers.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Can I get the Memory of Unity before reaching Revered with the Enlightened?
No, the Memory of Unity only drops upon completing the “The Spirit Healer” questline, which requires Revered reputation with the Enlightened.
Q2: Does the Memory of Unity drop for all characters on my account once one character reaches Revered?
No. While the Enlightened reputation is account-wide, you still need to complete Chapter 7 (“The Spirit Healer”) of the Zereth Mortis campaign on each character to receive the Memory of Unity.
Q3: What if I already have a Covenant Legendary equipped?
The Unity Legendary allows you to equip your Covenant Legendary’s power regardless of your current Covenant. Therefore, you can retain your Covenant benefits while also having access to your Covenant Legendary power through the Unity Legendary.
Q4: How much Soul Ash and Soul Cinders do I need?
The exact amounts vary. However, you’ll need a significant amount of both Soul Ash and Soul Cinders to craft the 291 Legendary. Plan to run Torghast multiple times.
Q5: Can I craft the 291 Unity Legendary myself?
Only if you have the appropriate crafting profession (Leatherworking, Tailoring, Blacksmithing, or Jewelcrafting) leveled and have learned the recipes for the base item and the Crafter’s Mark of the First Ones.
Q6: Where can I find the Runecarver?
The Runecarver is located in Torghast, Tower of the Damned.
Q7: Is there a specific base item I need to use?
Yes, you need a base item of the correct armor type (cloth, leather, mail, plate) and slot. These base items are crafted by players with relevant crafting professions. Furthermore, the base item needs to allow for legendary imbuement.
Q8: Can I use any slot for the Unity Legendary?
The Unity Legendary can be crafted on various slots, including Head, Shoulders, Chest, Wrist, Hands, Waist, Legs, and Feet. Certain classes might have slot restrictions based on their Covenant Legendary.
Q9: Can I sell the Memory of Unity on the Auction House?
No, the Memory of Unity is a Bind-on-Account item, meaning it cannot be traded or sold to other players.
Q10: How long does it take to reach Revered with the Enlightened?
The time required depends on your activity level. Consistent daily and world quest completion, along with the use of a Contract, can shorten the grind to approximately 2-3 weeks.
Q11: What happens if I switch Covenants after crafting the Unity Legendary?
The Unity Legendary will automatically change to the Legendary Power of your current Covenant. This is a major advantage, allowing you to freely swap Covenants while maintaining access to your Covenant Legendary Power.
Q12: Do I need to complete the entire Shadowlands campaign to access Zereth Mortis?
You need to complete the initial quests in Oribos and The Maw, which serve as an introduction to the Shadowlands expansion. Once you’ve done this, you’ll receive a quest that will start the Zereth Mortis campaign.
Q13: Can I use the Unity Legendary for PvP?
Yes, the Unity Legendary is usable in all forms of content, including PvP.
Q14: Is the Unity Legendary worth the effort?
Absolutely. Equipping a second Legendary power offers a significant power increase, making it highly beneficial for all forms of content. The flexibility to switch covenants without losing access to your Covenant Legendary power is also incredibly valuable.
Q15: Is the item level of the base item important when crafting the Unity Legendary?
Yes, the Crafter’s Mark of the First Ones upgrades the crafted Legendary to item level 291. Ensure you are using a base item that can be upgraded to that item level using the crafter’s mark. Using the wrong Mark means it might be a waste of resources.