Bonereaver's Edge
Vanilla WoW Classic 1.12 · x5 realm · wowx5.ruBonereaver's Edge is a rare two-handed axe from Molten Core, dropping from Ragnaros. Its standout feature is a proc that reduces the target's armor, benefiting the entire raid.
Weapon stats
The axe combines high per-hit damage with a raid-useful proc. The armor reduction on proc increases the effective damage not only of the warrior, but of every melee attacker in the raid hitting the same target.
Stats:
- Type: two-handed axe, slow speed
- Damage: very high per hit
- Bonuses: strength, stamina
- Proc: target armor reduction — raid-wide effect
How to obtain
The axe drops from Molten Core's final boss — Ragnaros. You cannot obtain it without a full MC clear.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Source | Ragnaros (Molten Core) |
| Type | Two-handed axe |
| Class | Warrior (Fury/Arms), ret paladin |
| Proc | Target armor reduction (raid-wide) |
The armor reduction proc stacks with other armor debuffs (Sunder Armor, Curse of Weakness). On x5 raids run faster, giving more attempts at this rare Ragnaros drop. Priority should go to the warrior most often attacking the main boss.
BiS context
Bonereaver's Edge stays competitive from MC through BWL and early AQ40 thanks to its unique armor proc. The combination of personal DPS and raid contribution makes it more attractive than simple stat two-handers of the same stage.
Practical tips for x5
The Bonereaver's Edge armor reduction proc has an internal cooldown and may not always land on the main target. Even so, 2–3 stacks of armor reduction per fight give a raid DPS boost that adds up to hundreds of extra damage from all attackers.
Usage tips:
- Make sure the warrior has enough Expertise and Weapon Skill to reduce parry and block chance — otherwise the proc does not fire at full rate.
- Combine with other armor debuffs: Sunder Armor (warrior), Expose Armor (rogue), Faerie Fire (druid) — they stack, and the axe adds another layer.
- On x5 raids go faster, sometimes meaning less time to stack armor debuffs. Top guilds still value the axe for its proc on several MC and BWL bosses.
- If the raid already has multiple copies — make sure proc effects do not overlap on different targets.
Related pages
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Summary
Bonereaver's Edge is a two-hander with a story. The unique armor reduction proc sets it apart from other MC two-handers and makes it a valuable raid tool even when purely damage-oriented alternatives technically edge it out on raw numbers. On x5 warriors actively farm Ragnaros, and within a few months the raid will have the opportunity to equip the right player. The key is setting the right loot priorities.
FAQ
Where does Bonereaver's Edge drop?
Bonereaver's Edge drops from Ragnaros in Molten Core. It is a rare drop with a unique proc effect.
What makes Bonereaver's Edge special?
Beyond high two-hander stats, it has a unique proc — reducing the target's armor. This is a raid-wide effect that benefits all melee attackers.
Who needs this axe?
Fury/Arms warriors and retribution paladins. The armor reduction proc is especially valuable in raids with heavy melee DPS.