Is the Sentinax a Legion Assault? Unveiling the Truth
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No, the Sentinax was not a Legion Assault, but it was closely related to the Legion’s activities during the Legion expansion in World of Warcraft. The Sentinax was a Legion command ship hovering over the Broken Shore, serving as a focal point for demonic activity and a launching pad for reinforcements. Legion Assaults, on the other hand, were periodic invasions targeting specific zones within the Broken Isles (Azsuna, Highmountain, Stormheim, and Val’sharah).
The crucial distinction lies in their function and scope. The Sentinax provided ongoing support and acted as a mini-hub for players to farm Nether Shards and acquire various items, whereas Legion Assaults were time-limited events requiring players to defend key locations from a concentrated demonic invasion. Think of the Sentinax as a constant threat in a specific area, and the Legion Assaults as targeted, timed offensives elsewhere on the Broken Isles. They co-existed during Patch 7.2, enhancing the sense of a world under siege.
Understanding the Sentinax
The Sentinax itself didn’t function like a Legion Assault, but rather as a persistent point of interest for players seeking challenging content and rewards. It was a place to battle waves of demons, triggered by player-summoned portals using Beacons of the Sentinax. These beacons were obtained by killing demons beneath the ship. This created a dynamic, player-driven experience.
Sentinax Activities
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Farming Nether Shards: The primary activity associated with the Sentinax was farming Nether Shards, a currency used to purchase various items, including catch-up gear and cosmetic rewards.
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Summoning Portals: Players could use Beacons of the Sentinax to summon portals, each spawning a unique type of enemy and offering the chance to obtain even better loot.
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World Quests: While the Sentinax itself wasn’t a world quest, world quests often directed players to the Broken Shore to engage with its content, indirectly linking it to the overall world quest system.
Delving into Legion Assaults
Legion Assaults were significantly different from the Sentinax in terms of gameplay and objectives. They were time-limited events that required players to complete a series of world quests and defend important locations within a zone.
Legion Assault Objectives
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World Quests: The initial phase of a Legion Assault involved completing several demonic-themed World Quests within the target zone.
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Defending a Location: The culmination of the assault required players to defend a crucial location from a final wave of demonic forces. This often involved facing a powerful boss.
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Rewards: Completing a Legion Assault awarded players with experience, gear, and Argus Veiled Argunite, a currency used to purchase high-level gear.
How Legion Assaults Worked
Legion Assaults operated on a schedule, appearing randomly in different zones across the Broken Isles. Players would receive notifications when an assault was active and could travel to the affected zone to participate. The assaults were designed to be completed solo or in a group. Unlocking the Legion Assaults required completing the “Uniting the Isles” quest on at least one character.
How the Sentinax and Legion Assaults Complement Each Other
Although separate entities, the Sentinax and Legion Assaults contributed to the overarching theme of the Legion expansion. The Sentinax provided a constant, localized threat, while Legion Assaults represented large-scale, targeted attacks. Both challenged players and provided opportunities to earn rewards, encouraging engagement with the expansion’s content. They each required a different type of activity. Sentinax needed you to kill mobs that drop the Beacons of the Sentinax, Legion Assaults consisted of world quests and defending a location.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What were the primary rewards for participating in Sentinax activities?
The main rewards were Nether Shards, used to purchase catch-up gear, cosmetic items, and recipes. Rare items and gear could also drop from the summoned portals.
2. How did you obtain Beacons of the Sentinax?
Beacons of the Sentinax dropped from demons killed beneath the Sentinax ship on the Broken Shore. The rarity of the beacon depended on the type of demon slain.
3. Were Legion Assaults available on all characters?
Once the “Uniting the Isles” quest was completed on one character, Legion Assaults were unlocked for all characters on the account who were level 39 or higher.
4. Could you complete Legion Assaults in a raid group?
No, the quests associated with Legion Assaults could not be completed in a raid group. They were designed for solo or small group play.
5. What was the purpose of Argus Veiled Argunite?
Argus Veiled Argunite was a currency obtained from completing Legion Assaults and other activities on Argus. It was used to purchase high-level gear from vendors.
6. Did Legion Assaults occur in all Broken Isles zones?
Legion Assaults were specific to Azsuna, Highmountain, Stormheim, and Val’sharah.
7. How often did Legion Assaults occur?
Legion Assaults occurred periodically and randomly in the designated zones. There was no fixed schedule.
8. What level was required to participate in Sentinax activities?
While there wasn’t a specific level requirement, the Sentinax was designed for players who were geared enough to handle challenging demonic encounters. Players leveled during the Legion expansion typically engaged with the Sentinax around level 110.
9. What was the “Uniting the Isles” quest, and why was it important?
“Uniting the Isles” was a quest given by Khadgar in Dalaran that required players to gain friendly reputation with the major factions in each of the Broken Isles zones. Completing this quest unlocked World Quests on the character and subsequent Legion Assaults on the account.
10. Could you obtain Legion Legendaries from the Sentinax or Legion Assaults?
While Legion Legendaries could drop from various sources, including dungeon bosses, raid bosses, and emissary caches, they did not directly drop from Sentinax activities or Legion Assaults. You can buy Legion Legendaries from Arcanomancer Vridiel in Dalaran for 1,000 Wakening Essences each, providing a way around random drops.
11. How did the Sentinax tie into the overall storyline of the Legion expansion?
The Sentinax represented the Legion’s presence and foothold on the Broken Shore. It was a symbol of their continued aggression and a constant reminder of the threat they posed.
12. Were there any achievements associated with the Sentinax or Legion Assaults?
Yes, there were achievements related to both the Sentinax and Legion Assaults, such as completing a certain number of Legion Assaults or summoning and defeating specific enemies under the Sentinax.
13. How do you get Unshunned by Legion?
The only way to get back on the legion’s good side is if you havent confronted Benny at the Tops yet. After you confront Benny, Vulpes Inculta will speak to you after you leave the casino. He will give you the Mark of Caesar essentially forgiving you of any crimes against the Legion.
14. What is Games Learning Society?
The Games Learning Society is a professional organization dedicated to advancing the field of game-based learning. They support research, practice, and advocacy in the area of educational games. You can visit their website at GamesLearningSociety.org.
15. What is Legionfall?
Legionfall was the unified force composed of various factions from Azeroth, united to combat the Burning Legion’s invasion of the Broken Isles. The Armies of Legionfall were central to the storyline and activities of Patch 7.2, including the Broken Shore campaign and the defense against Legion Assaults. They worked together to stop the Legion threat on Azeroth.