What Level Should I Be to Go to Outland in TBC Classic?
The short and direct answer is: you should ideally be level 58 to begin questing in Outland in World of Warcraft: The Burning Crusade Classic (TBC Classic). This is the minimum level required to accept the initial quests associated with entering Outland through the Dark Portal and to make effective progress in the Hellfire Peninsula, the starting zone. However, the intricacies of leveling and accessing Outland present a few nuances you’ll want to understand. While 58 unlocks the most efficient path to questing and progression, there are some edge cases and alternative options you should be aware of. Below we delve into the specifics to ensure you’re as prepared as possible for your journey through Outland.
The Dark Portal and Level 58
The Dark Portal in the Blasted Lands is the primary gateway to Outland. Reaching level 58 enables you to accept the quest “Arrival in Outland” or similar, which is the first step in officially setting foot in Hellfire Peninsula. The mobs and quests in Hellfire Peninsula are tuned for level 58 players, and attempting to tackle them at a lower level will likely prove challenging, especially when soloing. You’ll encounter numerous orange mobs that will pose a significant threat.
Why Level 58 is Recommended
- Questing Efficiency: Quests in Hellfire Peninsula are designed around level 58, offering you an efficient path to gain experience.
- Mob Difficulty: Enemies are scaled for level 58 players. Attempting to fight them before this point can lead to frequent deaths and wasted time.
- Gear Readiness: Level 58 is a good indicator that you likely possess adequate gear to handle the content.
The Mage Portal Loophole
While level 58 is the traditional entry point, there’s a loophole that allows players of any level to enter Outland. This is achieved through a Mage portal to Shattrath City. Another player, a Mage, can summon a portal that sends you directly to Shattrath City. While technically allowing you to enter Outland at any level, it’s not advisable to do this before level 58 if your goal is to quest and level efficiently. If you are simply there for exploring or other non-leveling purposes, then this is a valid method to travel to Outland before the level requirements.
Implications of Using a Mage Portal Before Level 58
- Inefficient Leveling: Questing and fighting mobs in Outland below level 58 is exceptionally difficult, making leveling through this method extremely slow.
- Limited Utility: You’ll lack the skills, gear, and resilience to contribute effectively in Outland.
- Grinding Restrictions: While you can grind specific mobs, the experience gains will likely be very poor until you approach level 58.
Leveling Alternatives Before Outland
If you are not yet 58, numerous zones in Azeroth remain viable options for efficient leveling.
Leveling Options from 40-55
- Temple of Atal’Hakkar: A good dungeon option for levels 50-60.
- Stranglethorn Vale: A contested zone offering a mix of quests and open-world combat.
- The Blasted Lands: A higher-level zone that prepares you for Outland.
- Felwood: A zone with diverse mobs and quests.
- Zul’Farrak: A solid dungeon option.
- Blackrock Depths: Another dungeon choice that offers good experience.
- Searing Gorge: A zone focusing on a range of quests.
- Azshara: A sprawling zone with numerous quests and mobs.
Leveling Options From 55-58
- Stratholme: A great dungeon that grants good experience at this level.
- Upper Blackrock Spire: A dungeon that provides a boost as you approach 58.
- Dire Maul: Another solid dungeon choice.
- Silithus: A zone with plenty of quests and open-world options.
- Winterspring: A snowy zone with a variety of quests to choose from.
- Scholomance: This dungeon is a good option for leveling.
- Eastern Plaguelands: A zone rich in quests for this level range.
- Western Plaguelands: Another great choice for questing as you approach 58.
The Importance of Gear
Your gear significantly impacts your performance in Outland. Before heading through the Dark Portal, ensure you have decent equipment from level 50+ zones, dungeons, and quests. This will reduce your struggles when starting out in Hellfire Peninsula.
The Final Word on When to Enter Outland
While you can technically go to Outland at any level via a mage portal, level 58 is the optimal and most recommended level for questing, leveling, and efficiently experiencing TBC Classic’s Outland content. Stick to Azeroth zones, dungeons, and quests until reaching level 58 to ensure your time spent in Outland is as efficient as possible. Trying to rush into Outland before then will result in unnecessary frustration and delays in your overall leveling progress.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Can I go to Outlands before 58?
Yes, you can access Outland before level 58 by using a Mage portal to Shattrath City. However, this is not recommended for efficient leveling due to the difficulty of content.
2. What is the fastest way to get to Outland?
The most common and fastest way is to use the Dark Portal in the Blasted Lands after reaching level 58 and accepting the introductory quest. An alternative route is to have a Mage summon a portal to Shattrath City.
3. What level can you do Hellfire Peninsula quests?
The vast majority of quests in Hellfire Peninsula require you to be at least level 58.
4. What level do Zangarmarsh quests start?
Zangarmarsh quests primarily start at level 60, with a few quests requiring level 61 or 62 to pick up.
5. What is the max level in TBC Classic?
The maximum level in The Burning Crusade Classic is 70.
6. What level can I start flying in Outland?
You can purchase flying skills and mounts once you reach level 60 in Outland.
7. What is the minimum mining level for Outland resources?
You need a mining skill of 300 for Fel Iron Deposit and 325 for Adamantite Deposits in Outland.
8. Can I fly in Azeroth with my TBC flying mount?
No, flying mounts purchased in Outland can only be summoned in Outland. They cannot be used in Azeroth.
9. Why is Outland shattered?
Outland is the remnant of Draenor, shattered when Ner’zhul attempted to open numerous dimensional portals, tearing the planet apart.
10. Can I level in Outland at level 56?
While you can go to Outland via a mage portal, it’s not advised until 58 because you will have difficulty with mobs and quests. Stay in Azeroth until 58 to make leveling more effective.
11. What is the fastest leveling route in TBC Classic?
Questing is generally the fastest leveling method in TBC Classic. Dungeon runs, grinding mobs, or boosting are also available options.
12. Is there a faster way to reach Outland besides the Dark Portal?
Yes, a Mage portal to Shattrath City allows any level player to access Outland.
13. What are some good places to level at 55 in TBC Classic?
Good leveling spots from 55-58 include Stratholme, Upper Blackrock Spire, Dire Maul, Silithus, Winterspring, Scholomance, and the Plaguelands.
14. How many hours does it take to level from 60-70?
It typically takes around 40 hours of dedicated play to level from 60-70, but times will vary based on individual playstyles and methods used.
15. What are some good class choices for TBC?
Popular class choices for TBC include Hunter, Mage, Paladin, Priest, Rogue, Shaman, Warlock, and Warrior.