Who Sells the Vessel of Profound Possibilities in World of Warcraft?
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The Vessel of Profound Possibilities is a highly sought-after item in World of Warcraft: Shadowlands, particularly for players looking to maximize their character’s power. This single item provides a significant upgrade to all your Soulbind Conduits, instantly raising their item level to 278. Knowing where to obtain this powerful item is crucial for optimizing your gameplay.
The answer to the core question is that the Vessel of Profound Possibilities is sold by Covenant Quartermasters. Specifically, each of the four Covenant Quartermasters offers the same item. You will find these NPCs within Oribos, the central hub city in the Shadowlands, located in The Enclave. This is the same area where you switch your Covenant. Regardless of which Covenant Quartermaster you purchase it from, the Vessel of Profound Possibilities will be identical.
Location, Location, Location: Finding the Right Vendor
Finding the correct vendor doesn’t involve a complicated quest; it just requires a quick trip to Oribos. Once in Oribos, head to The Enclave, the room where you can change your Covenant affiliation. You’ll spot the Covenant Quartermasters standing near each of the four portals associated with the Covenant Halls. These NPCs, though representing different Covenants, all offer the same inventory of items and specifically sell the Vessel of Profound Possibilities.
It’s important to note that you do not need to be affiliated with a specific covenant to purchase from any of the quartermasters; they sell the Vessel to anyone who can meet the purchase requirements.
Why is the Vessel of Profound Possibilities so Important?
The Vessel of Profound Possibilities is essential because it instantly upgrades all of your Soulbind Conduits to item level 278, the highest level available in Shadowlands. Conduits are socketed passives that enhance your character’s class and Covenant abilities. Upgrading them significantly increases your power and allows you to get the most out of your character’s build. Before the introduction of the Vessel, players had to grind content for individual upgrades. This item provides the upgrade at once, making it a huge timesaver and power jump.
Purchasing the Vessel of Profound Possibilities: Requirements and Cost
While finding the vendor is simple, purchasing the item requires some effort and knowledge. Luckily, certain requirements have been lifted. Previously, the Vessel required players to achieve Exalted with the Enlightened Brokers as well as having one of three achievements: Shadowlands Keystone Hero: Season Three, Mythic: Sepulcher of the First Ones, or Gladiator: Shadowlands Season 3.
Now the purchase of the Vessel of Profound Possibilities is much more straightforward:
- Cost: The Vessel of Profound Possibilities currently costs 10,000 Cosmic Flux. This is the only currency required.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about the Vessel of Profound Possibilities and Conduits
Here are 15 frequently asked questions regarding the Vessel of Profound Possibilities, Conduits, and related systems:
1. Where exactly are the Covenant Quartermasters located in Oribos?
The Covenant Quartermasters are found in The Enclave in Oribos, the same area where you change your Covenant. They are located near their respective covenant portals in that room.
2. Do I need to be a specific Covenant to buy the Vessel of Profound Possibilities?
No, you do not need to be affiliated with any specific Covenant to purchase the Vessel of Profound Possibilities. Any character that meets the requirements can purchase it from any of the quartermasters.
3. What are Soulbind Conduits?
Soulbind Conduits are socketed passives that enhance your character’s class and Covenant abilities, similar to talents and enhancements to specific abilities. They are crucial for optimizing character builds and maximizing power within Shadowlands content.
4. How did players originally obtain Conduits?
Initially, players acquired Conduits from various sources, such as reputation vendors, PvP quartermasters, dungeons, raids, and by completing other content in the Shadowlands. They first had to be added to the player’s collection at the Forge of Bonds.
5. What is the highest item level Conduits can reach in Shadowlands?
The highest achievable item level for Conduits in Shadowlands is 278. This is accomplished using the Vessel of Profound Possibilities.
6. Are there other ways to upgrade Conduits besides the Vessel of Profound Possibilities?
Yes, Decanter of Untapped Potential was another way, however, it only upgrades all Conduits to item level 239. The Vessel of Profound Possibilities is required for the 278 upgrade.
7. What is Cosmic Flux and how do I get it?
Cosmic Flux is a currency used for various purposes in Shadowlands, including purchasing the Vessel of Profound Possibilities. The fastest way to obtain it is by doing Torghast runs (layers 13-16), world quests, dailies, weekly quests, killing rare mobs, gathering treasures, and completing Treasures of Zereth Mortis achievement.
8. Can I craft conduits in World of Warcraft?
No, Conduits cannot be crafted in World of Warcraft. You must collect them through various gameplay and purchase the upgrades. The references to conduits being crafted are from another game, Minecraft.
9. Can I buy conduits with cosmic flux other than through the Vessel of Profound Possibilities?
Yes, you can directly buy ilvl 278 Conduits from your Covenant Quartermasters for 10,000 Cosmic Flux each.
10. Are conduits still relevant in Dragonflight?
Conduits are only effective within the Shadowlands Zones and content. They do not function in the new Dragonflight content.
11. What other uses does Cosmic Flux have?
Cosmic Flux is also used to empower equipment at the Creation Catalyst in Zereth Mortis and to fuel the Runecarver’s Chamber in Torghast. It is also used to upgrade legendary items in Shadowlands to Rank 7.
12. Do I have to individually upgrade each of my conduits?
No, the Vessel of Profound Possibilities upgrades all of your existing Conduits to item level 278 with a single purchase.
13. Are there vendors in Oribos that sell conduits directly?
Yes, the Covenant Quartermasters in Oribos also sell specific item level 278 Conduits for 10,000 Cosmic Flux each.
14. What are the prismarine blocks and nautilus shells mentioned in relation to conduits?
These materials are for crafting conduits in Minecraft, and are not relevant in World of Warcraft. Conduits in WoW do not require materials to craft, only to collect and upgrade.
15. If I switch Covenants, do I need to repurchase the Vessel of Profound Possibilities?
No, once you have purchased the Vessel of Profound Possibilities, the conduit upgrades are applied account-wide. Therefore, you will not need to repurchase it on another character or if you switch Covenants.
Final Thoughts
The Vessel of Profound Possibilities is a vital item for maximizing your character’s potential in World of Warcraft: Shadowlands. Now easily obtainable with only the cost of 10,000 Cosmic Flux from any of the Covenant Quartermasters in Oribos, this item provides a significant power boost to your character. Make sure to gather your Cosmic Flux, head to The Enclave, and upgrade your conduits! Happy gaming!