Wraith Blade — Caster Sword from Naxxramas
Vanilla WoW Classic 1.12 · x5 realm · wowx5.ruWraith Blade is a one-handed caster sword in WoW Vanilla, dropping from Kel'Thuzad in Naxxramas. For mages, warlocks and priests it is one of the best sources of spell power in the final Classic tier.
Stats
Wraith Blade is a one-handed sword with a large spell power bonus plus intellect and stamina. It noticeably boosts the damage and healing of all casters, so several classes compete for it.
Stats:
- Type: one-handed sword (for casters)
- Bonuses: spell power, intellect, stamina
- Role: spell damage and healing
How to obtain
Wraith Blade drops only from Kel'Thuzad, so the path to it is a full weekly clear of Naxxramas to the final fight.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Source | Kel'Thuzad (Naxxramas) |
| Type | One-handed caster sword |
| Class | Mage, Warlock, Priest |
| Tier | Naxxramas (Vanilla endgame) |
On an x5 server Naxxramas farms faster, and the spell power from Wraith Blade gives a clear damage and healing boost — discuss priority among casters in advance.
Who needs it
The sword is valuable for mages, warlocks and shadow priests: raw spell power directly boosts Fireball, Shadow Bolt and other key spells. Healing priests can use it as a stopgap too.
Farming tactics on x5
How to speed up getting the item:
- Ensure a clean run through every wing of Naxxramas — without reaching Kel'Thuzad the sword will not drop.
- Agree on distribution among casters: mages, warlocks and priests all want the sword.
- Until Wraith Blade drops, use AQ40 caster weapons as a stopgap.
Summary
Wraith Blade is the benchmark one-handed caster weapon of the final tier: high spell power and intellect make it a goal for several classes at once. It is worth keeping Naxxramas in the raid rotation for it.
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FAQ
Where does Wraith Blade drop?
Wraith Blade drops from Kel'Thuzad, the final boss of Naxxramas. Several caster classes compete for the sword.
Who needs Wraith Blade?
It is one of the best one-handed caster weapons for mages, warlocks and priests. The spell power boosts damage and healing.
What to use before Naxxramas?
AQ40 caster staves and one-handers work before Kel'Thuzad. On x5 farming Naxxramas is faster.