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Everything about WoW Classic — in one place
1700 articles on Vanilla 1.12.1 for the x5 realm: leveling, classes, dungeons, raids, PvP, professions and economy.
Upper Blackrock Spire: UBRS Walkthrough & Attunement
Upper Blackrock Spire (UBRS) walkthrough for WoW Classic: Seal of Ascension, the Emberseer event, Rend and General Drakkisath, loot and the Onyxia attunement on WowX5.
Blackrock Depths (BRD): Full Walkthrough
Blackrock Depths (BRD) walkthrough for WoW Classic: the Ring of Law, the Grim Guzzler bar, boss tactics and loot for levels 52–60 on WowX5.
Deadmines: Full Dungeon Walkthrough
Deadmines walkthrough for WoW Classic: how to get there, all boss tactics, quests and best loot for level 17–26 on the WowX5 x5 server.
Gnomeregan: Walkthrough of the Gnome Technopolis
Gnomeregan walkthrough for WoW Classic: how to get there, Thermaplugg and boss tactics, quests and level 24–34 loot for the WowX5 x5 server.
Maraudon: Full Dungeon Walkthrough
Maraudon walkthrough for WoW Classic: orange and purple wings, boss tactics, the Scepter of Celebras and loot for levels 40–48 on the WowX5 server.
Razorfen Kraul: Dungeon Walkthrough
Razorfen Kraul walkthrough for WoW Classic: the thorny maze route, quilboar bosses, the Willix escort and level 25–35 loot.
Scarlet Monastery: Guide to All Wings
Scarlet Monastery walkthrough for WoW Classic: the four wings (Graveyard, Library, Armory, Cathedral), bosses, quests and level 26–45 loot.
Scholomance: Full Dungeon Walkthrough
Scholomance walkthrough for WoW Classic: summoning Kirtonos, the Darkmaster Gandling finale, boss tactics and loot for levels 56–60 on the WowX5 server.
Shadowfang Keep: Dungeon Walkthrough
Shadowfang Keep walkthrough for WoW Classic: how to get there, Arugal and boss tactics, quests and level 18–25 loot for the x5 server.
Stratholme: Live and Undead Side Walkthrough
Stratholme walkthrough for WoW Classic: live and undead sides, the 45-minute Baron run, the Deathcharger mount and loot for levels 58–60 on WowX5.
Sunken Temple: Full Dungeon Walkthrough
Sunken Temple (Temple of Atal'Hakkar) walkthrough for WoW Classic: the statue puzzle, summoning the Avatar of Hakkar, boss tactics and loot for levels 50–56 on WowX5.
The Stockade: Fast Dungeon Walkthrough
The Stockade walkthrough for WoW Classic: how to get there, the rioter bosses, quests and level 22–30 XP. The ideal dungeon for fast XP farming.
Uldaman: Full Dungeon Walkthrough
Uldaman walkthrough for WoW Classic: how to get there, boss tactics, the Staff of Prehistoria chain and best loot for levels 35–45 on the WowX5 server.
Zul'Farrak: Full Dungeon Walkthrough
Zul'Farrak walkthrough for WoW Classic: how to get there, the pyramid stairs event, boss tactics and best loot for levels 42–46 on the WowX5 server.
Bloodsail Buccaneers Reputation
How to grind Bloodsail Buccaneers reputation in WoW Classic: killing Steamwheedle goblins, the Steamwheedle rep loss, risks and rewards. WowX5 x5.
Frostwolf Clan Reputation
Frostwolf Clan reputation guide for WoW Classic: Alterac Valley for the Horde, turn-in quests, rewards and wolf mounts at Exalted. WowX5 x5.
League of Arathor Reputation
League of Arathor reputation guide for WoW Classic: Arathi Basin for the Alliance, holding bases, resources, rewards and gear at Exalted. WowX5 x5.
Ravenholdt Reputation
Ravenholdt reputation guide for WoW Classic: Heavy Junkboxes from pickpocketing, the Alterac Syndicate, where to turn in and what it gives. Rogue-focused. WowX5 x5.
Steamwheedle Cartel Reputation
Steamwheedle Cartel reputation guide for WoW Classic: killing Bloodsail pirates, the four goblin towns, recipes and Exalted rewards. WowX5 x5.
Stormpike Guard Reputation
Stormpike Guard reputation guide for WoW Classic: Alterac Valley for the Alliance, turn-ins, rewards and ram mounts at Exalted. WowX5 x5.
The Defilers Reputation
The Defilers reputation guide for WoW Classic: Arathi Basin for the Horde, holding bases, resources, rewards and gear at Exalted. WowX5 x5.
Brood of Nozdormu Reputation Guide
Brood of Nozdormu reputation guide for WoW Classic: Qiraji idol and scarab turn-ins, scaling ring rewards and the path to Exalted inside AQ40. WowX5 x5.
Cenarion Circle Reputation Guide
Cenarion Circle reputation guide for WoW Classic: Twilight Texts, Silithus quests, nature-resist gear and enchants for Ahn'Qiraj. WowX5 x5.
Hydraxian Waterlords Reputation Guide
Hydraxian Waterlords reputation guide for WoW Classic: dousing runes in Molten Core, Aqual Quintessence, summoning Majordomo and Ragnaros. WowX5 x5.
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Sections
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Getting started & help
127 articlesClient 1.12.1, realmlist, addons, troubleshooting and first steps in Vanilla.
- ◆WoW x5 realmlist: how to set realmlist correctly
- ◆Best Addons for WoW Classic: Full List and Setup
- ◆WoW 1.12.1 'Drums of War' (build 5875): what version it is
Leveling
58 articlesRoutes 1–60, zone guides and leveling for every class on x5 rates.
- ◆Starting Zones 1–10 in WoW Classic (x5)
- ◆Alliance 1–60 Leveling Route in WoW Classic (x5)
- ◆Horde 1–60 Leveling Route in WoW Classic (x5)
Classes & races
177 articlesTalent builds, rotations, macros, abilities, tier lists and race picks.
- ◆WoW Classic Class Tier List 1.12.1: Rankings by Role
- ◆Best DPS Class in WoW Classic for Raids
- ◆Best Class for Beginners in WoW Classic
Dungeons
218 articles5-player instances: entrances, bosses, tactics, loot and quests.
- ◆Deadmines: Full Dungeon Walkthrough
- ◆Blackrock Depths (BRD): Full Walkthrough
- ◆Stratholme: Live and Undead Side Walkthrough
Raids & bosses
109 articlesFrom Molten Core to Naxxramas: attunements, setups, every boss tactic.
- ◆Molten Core: Complete Raid Guide for x5 Server
- ◆Onyxia's Lair Access: Full Drakefire Amulet Attunement
- ◆Blackwing Lair (BWL): Complete Raid Guide
PvP
34 articlesHonor & rank system, battlegrounds, crowd control and best PvP classes.
- ◆PvP Rank System: from Private to High Warlord
- ◆Warsong Gulch: Capture-the-Flag Tactics
- ◆Best PvP Class in WoW Classic
Items & gear
286 articlesTier sets, BiS lists, legendaries, enchants, consumables and mounts.
- ◆Pre-Raid Gearing — Path to Raids
- ◆Tier 1 (T1) Sets in WoW Classic Vanilla — Molten Core Raid
- ◆Best Trinkets in WoW Classic
Professions
76 articlesProfession leveling 1–300, recipes, specializations and mat farming.
- ◆WoW Classic Alchemy Guide: 1–300 Leveling, Best Potions & Gold
- ◆WoW Classic Engineering Guide: 1–300 Leveling & Specializations
- ◆WoW Classic Mining Guide: Leveling 1-300 and Farming Routes
Quests
31 articlesLegendary and class quest chains of Vanilla — step by step.
- ◆Thunderfury, Blessed Blade of the Windseeker: Full Quest in WoW Classic
- ◆Atiesh, Greatstaff of the Guardian: Assembling the Legendary Staff
- ◆The Legend of Stalvan: WoW Classic Quest Chain Guide
Reputations
30 articlesHow to grind faction reputation and what the rewards are.
- ◆WoW Classic Reputation Guide
- ◆Argent Dawn Reputation Guide
- ◆Timbermaw Hold Reputation: Tunnel Access, Farming and Rewards
World & travel
208 articlesZones, capitals, ports, flight paths and how to reach any place in Azeroth.
- ◆Fast travel across the world in WoW Classic
- ◆Flight Paths: How to Unlock and Use Them
- ◆Booty Bay — a guide to the goblin port
Gold & auction
14 articlesGold farming, auction house trading and the x5 economy.
- ◆How to Farm Gold in WoW Classic x5: Top 10 Methods
- ◆Making Gold on the Auction House in WoW Classic x5
- ◆Best Professions for Making Gold in WoW Classic x5
Combat mechanics
67 articlesStats, hit cap, threat, attack table and Vanilla 1.12.1 formulas.
- ◆WoW Classic Hit Cap: 9% Versus Bosses
- ◆WoW Classic Threat Mechanics: 110% / 130%
- ◆Character stats — WoW Classic stat guide
Lore & bestiary
242 articlesWarcraft history, heroes and villains, factions, dragons and creatures.
- ◆History of Azeroth: Key Events of the Warcraft Universe
- ◆Dragon Aspects: Five Flights and Their Guardians
- ◆Dark lords of Warcraft: villains behind the threats of Vanilla
Server news
23 articlesPatches, events, content unlocks and WoW Classic X5 news.
- ◆Autumn Harvest Festival 2026 on WowX5 Server
- ◆Battleground Updates and PvP Changes on WowX5 2026
- ◆Double XP Bonus Weekend: Total ×10 Experience on WoWx5!
Beginner path
Six steps from sign-up to your first raid
1 Create your accountRegistering on WoW x5: create an account in 2 minutes 3 min 2 Download the 1.12.1 clientDownload WoW Vanilla (1.12.1 client) for the X5 server 2 min 3 Set the realmlist and log inWoW x5 realmlist: how to set realmlist correctly 3 min 4 Pick a class for your styleBest Class for Beginners in WoW Classic 3 min 5 Level up to 60Starting Zones 1–10 in WoW Classic (x5) 1 min 6 Gear up for your first raidYour First Raid in WoW Classic 2 minPopular
What players read the most
1 WoW Classic Class Tier List 1.12.1: Rankings by RoleClasses & races · 9 min read 2 WoW x5 realmlist: how to set realmlist correctlyGetting started & help · 3 min read 3 Molten Core: Complete Raid Guide for x5 ServerRaids & bosses · 4 min read 4 Best DPS Class in WoW Classic for RaidsClasses & races · 3 min read 5 How to Farm Gold in WoW Classic x5: Top 10 MethodsGold & auction · 4 min read 6 Best Addons for WoW Classic: Full List and SetupGetting started & help · 3 min read 7 Onyxia's Lair Access: Full Drakefire Amulet AttunementRaids & bosses · 2 min read 8 PvP Rank System: from Private to High WarlordPvP · 3 min read◆
Class guides
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Paladin
32 guides
Hunter
40 guides
Rogue
28 guides
Priest
29 guides
Shaman
29 guides
Mage
35 guides
Warlock
31 guides
Druid
28 guides
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