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Goblin Engineering in WoW Classic: Bombs, Damage, Where to Learn
Goblin Engineering is the second Engineering specialization, and its motto is damage, explosions and more damage. It is the pick for players who want maximum PvP burst and raid usefulness.
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How to get the specialization
- Requirements: 200 Engineering skill and character level 30.
- Trainer: Nixx Sprocketspring in Gadgetzan (Tanaris).
- Take the specialization quest and learn the Goblin branch. Gnomish recipes become unavailable until you re-specialize.
Goblin-exclusive items
| Item | Effect |
|---|---|
| Goblin Sapper Charge | Strong AoE damage — the branch's signature |
| Goblin Rocket Boots | High-speed forward dash (PvP mobility) |
| Goblin Mortar | Fires an area-of-effect shot |
| Goblin Rocket Helmet | Charge that stuns the target |
| Goblin Jumper Cables XL | Chance to resurrect an ally in combat |
| Goblin Dragon Gun | Flamethrower gadget |
◆Pros of the Goblin branch
- Maximum damage. The Sapper Charge is one of the strongest instant AoE sources in the game, valuable in PvP and raid AoE phases (MC, BWL, AQ40).
- PvP mobility. Rocket Boots give a dash most classes lack.
- Raid utility. Jumper Cables can resurrect an ally mid-fight.
◆Cons
- No teleporters. Farm logistics are less convenient than the Gnomish branch.
- Explosives cost materials — every charge consumes resources.
What both specializations share
Like Gnomish, Goblin keeps all base Engineering: guns and scopes, dynamite, the Mithril Mechanical Dragonling, healing and mana injectors, target-sighting goggles. The 1–300 skill path is in the Engineering guide.
◆Who should pick Goblin Engineering
- Warriors, rogues, hunters and anyone who values PvP burst.
- Raiders who want to contribute AoE bomb damage.
- Players who choose power over utility.
Prefer utility and teleports? See Gnomish Engineering. Full overview in the profession specializations guide.
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FAQ
?Where do I learn Goblin Engineering?
From Nixx Sprocketspring in Gadgetzan (Tanaris). You need 200 Engineering skill and character level 30.
?Why do PvP players pick Goblin Engineering?
For damage: the Goblin Sapper Charge and strong bombs deliver AoE burst that wins duels, battlegrounds and raid AoE phases.
?Can I switch from Goblin to Gnomish?
Yes, for gold at the Gnomish trainer in Ironforge. You must relearn the Gnomish recipes.
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