Corpsemaker — Two-Handed Mace from War Master Voone
Vanilla WoW Classic 1.12 · x5 realm · wowx5.ruCorpsemaker is one of the best pre-raid two-handed maces in WoW Vanilla, and it comes with a pleasant proc effect. It drops in Lower Blackrock Spire (LBRS) from War Master Voone — a boss you can reach easily. On WowX5 x5 that makes Corpsemaker a convenient, fast goal for any melee DPS who prefers a mace over an axe.
Corpsemaker Stats
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Two-handed mace |
| Speed | Slow (high per-swing damage) |
| Main stats | Strength, Stamina |
| Special effect | Proc: extra damage on hit |
| Source | Lower Blackrock Spire (LBRS) — War Master Voone |
Where to Get Corpsemaker
Corpsemaker drops from War Master Voone — one of the first named LBRS bosses:
1. Entering LBRS — through Blackrock Spire; no separate key needed (unlike UBRS). 2. Route: Voone is encountered fairly early on the way through the dungeon. 3. Drop: a few percent from Voone; since the boss is early and easy, runs are quick. 4. Tip: you can farm Corpsemaker and other LBRS loot in one pass.
On WowX5 x5 a short run to Voone is ideal "farming along the way": enter LBRS, quickly kill Voone for Corpsemaker, and keep clearing the dungeon for other loot.
Why Corpsemaker Is Valued
For warriors: a slow two-hander with high top-end damage and a proc is a strong pre-raid DPS base. The proc adds damage on top of already powerful swings.
For Retribution paladins: Seal of Command and white damage love slow two-handers; the Corpsemaker proc adds another damage source.
Accessibility: LBRS needs no key, and Voone stands early on the path — easier farming than UBRS axes.
Comparison
| Item | Source | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Spinal Reaper | UBRS (Drakkisath) | Two-handed axe, slightly more DPS |
| Arcanite Reaper | Craft | Top DPS but expensive to make |
| Ironfoe | BRD (Emperor) | One-handed proc mace, different style |
Tips for WowX5
- Warrior: pair Corpsemaker with world buffs and an Arms/Fury build.
- Paladin: use with Seal of Command for slow-weapon procs.
- Farm on the way: kill Voone every LBRS run until Corpsemaker drops.
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History and Significance in WoW Classic
Corpsemaker is remembered as the "convenient" pre-raid mace: an accessible boss, an easy entrance, and a proc on top. In the original era, many warriors and paladins started with it before chasing UBRS axes or the crafted Arcanite Reaper. On private servers Corpsemaker kept its reputation as a fast, pleasant goal for newcomers to two-handed DPS. On WowX5 x5, the short run to Voone makes it one of the first serious rewards on the road to raids.
FAQ
Where does Corpsemaker drop?
Corpsemaker drops from War Master Voone in Lower Blackrock Spire (LBRS). He is one of the dungeon's early named bosses and easy to reach, which makes farming convenient on WowX5 x5.
Is Corpsemaker good for paladins?
Yes, a slow two-handed mace with a proc works great for Retribution paladins thanks to Seal of Command and white damage. For Fury/Arms warriors it is also a strong pre-raid option.
What does the Corpsemaker proc do?
The proc deals extra damage on hit. Combined with the mace's slow speed and high per-swing damage, it noticeably raises overall DPS, especially under a warrior's instant strikes.