What Do You Need to Play Evoker in World of Warcraft?
To embark on your journey as a Dracthyr Evoker in World of Warcraft, several prerequisites must be met. Firstly, you absolutely need to have the Dragonflight expansion purchased and active on your account. Without this expansion, you will not be able to access the Dracthyr race or the Evoker class. Secondly, you must have at least one character on your account that is level 50 or higher. This is a requirement set by Blizzard to ensure players have a basic understanding of the game’s mechanics before delving into the unique gameplay of the Evoker. Finally, you are limited to one Evoker character per realm. This means if you want to play an Evoker on both the Alliance and Horde factions, you will need to create these characters on different servers. Let’s delve into more detail about these requirements and what you can expect from this unique class.
Race and Class: Dracthyr Evoker
The Unique Dracthyr
The Evoker class is inextricably linked to the Dracthyr race. Unlike other classes, which can be played by a variety of races, only Dracthyr can be Evokers. This is due to their intrinsic connection to the five dragonflights, granting them unique powers and abilities. Dracthyr are a humanoid dragon race, able to shapeshift between a more draconic form for combat and a humanoid visage. They are the only race capable of harnessing the powers of all five dragonflights, making the Evoker class incredibly unique. This also explains why armor transmogs are not visible in their Dracthyr form; their natural draconic scales and unique appearance are intended to be their “armor.”
The Evoker Class
The Evoker is a versatile class, able to fulfill both ranged damage-dealing (DPS) and healing roles. They wield a variety of abilities utilizing the powers of the Red, Blue, Green, Bronze, and Black dragonflights. Evokers are mail armor wearers, and can equip Daggers, Staves, Fist Weapons, 1H Swords, 1H Axes, and 1H Maces. They can also use off-hand items but cannot dual wield. Evokers are a mid-range class, typically operating within 25 yards of their targets, blending a casting style with a more engaged, “battlemage” feel.
Expansion and Character Requirements
Dragonflight Expansion
As previously stated, the Dragonflight expansion is absolutely required to play the Evoker. The class and the Dracthyr race were introduced in this expansion, and their content is woven into the Dragon Isles story. Without the expansion, you won’t be able to access the character creation screen for Dracthyr, or play an Evoker. While there may have been a trial period allowing you to sample the class, to continue playing your Dracthyr Evoker character and progress through the game, you must ultimately upgrade your account with the Dragonflight expansion.
Level 50 Character Requirement
The requirement of having at least one level 50 character on your account before creating an Evoker is there to prevent new players from immediately jumping into a class that may be complex or require a more complete understanding of game mechanics. This also acts as an unofficial onboarding process for new players. It shows that players have gained some basic experience and understanding of World of Warcraft.
One Evoker Per Realm
Players are limited to one Evoker character per realm. This is a hard limit set by Blizzard. If you want to play Evokers on different factions, you will need to create those Evokers on different realms. For example, if you have an Alliance Evoker on server “A,” and want a Horde Evoker, you will need to create that Horde character on a different server such as server “B.”
Gameplay and Role Considerations
Starting at Level 58
Once you have met the prerequisites, your Dracthyr Evoker will begin at level 58 in their starting area, the Forbidden Reach. This allows you to quickly jump into the Dragonflight content. This experience helps set the stage for the narrative and the class.
The Two Evoker Specializations
The Evoker class has two specializations: Devastation (DPS) and Preservation (Healer). The Devastation specialization uses the powers of the Red and Blue dragonflights to deal ranged damage, with a 25-yard range, featuring various talents and builds that can be tailored to different gameplay needs. The Preservation specialization focuses on healing utilizing the restorative powers of the Green and Bronze dragonflights. Both are viable options for playing through content.
FAQs: Everything You Need to Know About Playing Evoker
1. Can other races play Evoker?
No, only the Dracthyr race can be Evokers. This class is intrinsically tied to their unique draconic nature.
2. What stats are best for a Devastation Evoker?
The best stats for a Devastation Evoker, in order of importance, are: Item Level, Mastery, Critical Strike, Haste, and Versatility. Prioritize item level, then fine-tune your secondary stats for optimal performance.
3. What weapons can Evokers use?
Evokers can use Daggers, Staves, Fist Weapons, 1H Swords, 1H Axes, and 1H Maces. They can also use offhands but cannot dual wield.
4. Can Evokers get Legendaries?
Yes, Dracthyr Evokers can obtain the unique Legendary weapon, Nasz’uro, the Unbound Legacy, from the Aberrus Raid. This is a fist weapon with a powerful legendary effect.
5. Is Evoker easy to play?
The Devastation Evoker is considered one of the easiest DPS classes to play in Dragonflight. It has a relatively straightforward rotation with plenty of room for optimization. While the Preservation (Healer) spec is viable, it takes more time to fully learn and master it.
6. Can Evokers dual wield?
No, Evokers cannot dual wield. They can equip off-hand items but are restricted to using only one primary hand weapon.
7. Is the Evoker a good healer?
Yes, the Preservation Evoker is a very strong healer, particularly in Mythic+, with high damage output. However, it can be more challenging to play effectively than other healer classes.
8. Are Evokers good in PvP?
While Evokers can be fun in PvP, they may not be the most competitive class at the highest level. They can still be effective, but some other classes may have a distinct advantage in rated play.
9. What is the Evoker’s raid buff?
Evokers provide the raid buff Blessing of the Bronze, which reduces the cooldown of major movement abilities for all party and raid members by 15%.
10. Can Evokers use bloodlust?
Yes, Evokers have their own version of bloodlust called Fury of the Aspects.
11. Which Evoker spec is best for leveling?
The Devastation spec is generally considered the best for leveling due to its high damage output and utility.
12. Will Evokers get a tank spec?
It is unlikely that Evokers will get a tank specialization in the future. The lore seems to indicate this won’t be the case.
13. What is the Evoker class buff called?
The Evoker class buff is called Blessing of the Bronze.
14. Do Evokers have a talent tree?
Yes, Evokers have a comprehensive class talent tree with many talents that help define the gameplay experience, like extra Hover charges and durations.
15. How strong is the Evoker Legendary Weapon?
Nasz’uro, the Unbound Legacy is a very powerful weapon, particularly for Augmentation Evokers, granting a strong legendary effect and a high item level boost.
By meeting these requirements and understanding the class dynamics, you can jump into the world of World of Warcraft as a powerful Dracthyr Evoker and embark on an exciting adventure.