Where to Buy Timewalking Gear: A Comprehensive Guide
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The thrill of revisiting past expansions in World of Warcraft’s Timewalking events is undeniable. Beyond the nostalgia, these events offer a fantastic opportunity to acquire unique gear, mounts, and cosmetic items. But where exactly do you spend those hard-earned Timewarped Badges to get your hands on this coveted loot?
The answer lies primarily with specific vendors that appear only during active Timewalking weeks. These vendors are expansion-specific, meaning the items they offer and the currency they accept (Timewarped Badges) are tied to the expansion being celebrated. You’ll typically find them near the portals in Orgrimmar and Stormwind, or sometimes in capital cities associated with the Timewalking expansion. During Cataclysm Timewalking, you will find Kiatke, a female blood elf. For Wrath of the Lich King Timewalking, seek out Auzin in Dalaran. During Burning Crusade Timewalking, look for Cupri in Shattrath City. Also look for Historian Llore and Historian Ju’pa in Stormwind and Orgrimmar, respectively.
The key takeaway is that the specific vendor and their location change depending on which Timewalking event is currently active. Always check online resources or in-game announcements to confirm the vendor’s name and location before embarking on your shopping spree.
Understanding Timewarped Badges and Their Uses
Before diving into specifics, it’s crucial to understand what Timewarped Badges are and what they can buy. These badges are a special currency earned by participating in Timewalking dungeons. These badges act as a type of special currency that can used to buy different items related to the rotating expansions such as transmogs, mounts, toys and cosmetics.
Beyond cosmetic items, Timewarped Badges can also be used to purchase:
- Heirloom upgrades: Boost your heirlooms to keep them relevant while leveling alts.
- Mounts: A popular option for collectors, these often feature iconic creatures from the expansion.
- Toys: For those who love to add a touch of fun to their gameplay.
- Low-level gear: While not ideal for max-level characters, these can be useful for twinking or leveling.
Locating the Timewalking Vendors
As mentioned earlier, the location of Timewalking vendors depends on the active event. Here’s a breakdown of where to find some common ones:
Cataclysm Timewalking Vendor
- Kiatke: Found near the Cataclysm portals, just north of the Drag in Orgrimmar (for Horde players) and north of the Dwarven District in Stormwind City (for Alliance players).
Wrath of the Lich King Timewalking Vendor
- Auzin: Located in front of the central fountain in Dalaran (over Northrend).
Burning Crusade Timewalking Vendor
- Cupri: You can find them in Shattrath City.
General Vendors (Historians)
- Historian Llore: Located in Stormwind.
- Historian Ju’pa: Located in Orgrimmar.
Maximizing Your Timewalking Experience
To make the most of Timewalking events, keep these tips in mind:
- Participate in Timewalking dungeons: This is the primary way to earn Timewarped Badges.
- Complete the weekly quest: Offers a significant amount of badges as a reward. The weekly quest requires players to kill 5 raid bosses or complete 5 Timewalking dungeons.
- Research vendor inventories beforehand: Plan your purchases to avoid wasting badges.
- Consider heirloom upgrades: A worthwhile investment for leveling future characters.
- Look out for catch-up gear: Timewalking raids drop decent gear (Item Level 415 Champion Gear that is upgradable to Item Level 437), especially if you’re gearing up a new character.
- Join the Games Learning Society: Connect with other gamers who share your passion for learning and community at GamesLearningSociety.org. The Games Learning Society is a great community to discuss strategies with other gamers.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. What level do I need to be to participate in Timewalking?
In Dragonflight, the minimum level for Timewalking is level 60, although this may be subject to change in future updates.
2. Can I buy gear with Timewarped Badges for my main character?
While you can, the gear offered by Timewalking vendors is usually not optimal for fully geared max-level characters. However, it can be useful for filling gaps in gear or gearing up alts. Timewalking raid bosses drop Item Level 415 Champion Gear that is upgradable to Item Level 437 with the new gear upgrading system. Timewalking Dungeon bosses drop Item Level 385 loot.
3. What kind of mounts can I buy with Timewarped Badges?
The mounts available vary depending on the Timewalking event. They typically reflect iconic creatures from the associated expansion. Some examples include the Infinite Dragonflight mount from the Wrath of the Lich King Timewalking event.
4. Are heirloom upgrades worth buying?
Yes, heirloom upgrades are a good investment, especially if you frequently level new characters. They ensure your heirlooms remain relevant as you level up, providing a consistent power boost. Upgrades for your heirlooms will cost you from 750 to 1200 badges depending on the level of upgrade you need.
5. Can I solo Timewalking dungeons?
While possible with specific classes and optimized gear, Timewalking dungeons are designed for a group of five players. It’s generally easier and faster to run them with a party.
6. How difficult is Firelands Timewalking?
The difficulty is set to Normal, similar to any Normal-level raid. Minimum Level: Players level 35 and above are eligible to participate.
7. Can I use my old gear in Timewalking dungeons?
Yes, you can use your old gear. However, be aware that older items might have lower stats compared to current gear, potentially impacting your performance.
8. Do Legendaries work in Timewalking?
Shadowlands powers (conduits, soulbinds, signature and covenant abilities, legendaries) will not function in timewalking except for when we get SL timewalking, because said powers are restricted to SL maps/instances. Bfa power (essences, azerite armor).
9. Can I raid Timewalking?
Yes, certain Timewalking events feature raids from the past, such as Firelands and Ulduar. These raids are scaled for level 70+ players.
10. How do I find a group for Timewalking raids?
You can use the in-game group finder (Premade Groups -> Raids) or join a guild that organizes Timewalking raid runs.
11. What is the Timewalking buff?
When players complete a Timewalking dungeon during the Turbulent Timeways, they are given a Distilled Knowledge of Timeways potion. Drinking it grants a 5% experience buff for two hours, but drinking more potions increases the effect and duration.
12. Can I get a Timewalking keystone for Mythic+?
When Legion Timewalking is active, players can talk to Ta’hsup by the Great Vault in Oribos to obtain a Timeworn Keystone, allowing to run Legion Timewalking dungeons in the Mythic+ difficulties.
13. Where do I start Legion Timewalking?
If your character is below level 50, visit Chromie outside the embassy in your faction’s capital city, and start Legion Timewalking. Note that if your experience is locked, you will first need to unlock your experience to be able to do Timewalking.
14. What is Timewarped gear?
Timewarped is a special item type for item level scaled-up versions of drops from Timewalking dungeons.
15. Is Firelands only 10 man?
Ulduar and Firelands raids were updated to scale from 10-30 players, so there are no longer 10 and 25-man versions of those raids.
By understanding where to find Timewalking vendors and how to utilize Timewarped Badges, you can enhance your enjoyment of these nostalgic events and acquire valuable rewards. Remember to check online resources and in-game announcements for the most up-to-date information on vendor locations and available items. Happy Timewalking!
Timewalking events are a fun and engaging way to revisit past content and earn rewards. They help build a strong sense of community among players who enjoy the game.