How to Prepare for Phase 3 in Classic WoW

With Phase 3 of Classic World of Warcraft comming up, it’s time to get ready for the upcoming content, including the release of Blackwing Lair (BWL), the ability to reach Rank 14 in PvP, and the quest for the legendary weapon Thunderfury. Whether you’re a raider, PvP’er, or just looking to make some gold, Preparation will be key to succeeding in Phase 3.

Stock Up on Consumables for BWL

Blackwing Lair is one of the most challenging raids in WoW Classic. To ensure you’re ready for it, you’ll need a variety of consumables. Some of these will be in high demand when Phase 3 releases, so it’s best to start gathering them now.

Key Consumables to Prepare:

Shadow Protection Potions:

Used to counter Shadow damage in Blackwing Lair. You’ll need Grave Moss to craft these. Expect the price of Grave Moss to rise as demand increases when Phase 3 arrives.

Fire Protection Potions:

BWL features bosses that deal heavy fire damage, so these potions will be essential. Small Flame Sacks are the key ingredient for crafting these potions. In addition, they’re used to make Dragon’s Breath Chili, a powerful food buff for melee DPS classes like Warriors and Rogues.

Dragon’s Breath Chili:

This food buff increases melee DPS significantly. It’s used alongside other food buffs, so melee players will be stocking up on it. Another reason to stack up on Small Flame Sacks, since they are used to craft it.

Elixirs and Flasks:

General raid consumables such as Elixirs of the Mongoose, Flasks of Supreme Power, and Flasks of Distilled Wisdom will be used in all raids, including Blackwing Lair. Now is the time to buy them while prices are lower.

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Rank 14 Grinders Need Weapon Enchants

With the Rank 11 cap removed in Phase 3, players can now grind all the way to Rank 14 in PvP. Many will want to equip their newly earned Rank 14 weapons with powerful enchants, which means there will be a spike in demand for certain materials.

Key Materials:

• Large Brilliant Shards and Righteous Orbs:
  These materials are used to enchant weapons with Crusader – a popular enchant for melee weapons, especially for Warriors and Rogues. Expect the prices of these items to increase as players start grinding for Rank 14 and enchanting their gear.
• Golden Pearls:
  These are used in Spell Power enchants for weapons. As Rank 14 players equip their new gear, Golden Pearls will become more valuable. Right now, the price is low, but that won’t last.
• Essences:
  Materials like Essence of Air, Essence of Fire, and Essence of Water will be in high demand for a variety of weapon enchants. Stockpile these if you can, as their prices are likely to rise once Phase 3 goes live.

Thunderfury Preparation

One of the most exciting features of Phase 3 is the ability to start crafting the legendary weapon Thunderfury. This is a dream weapon for tanks, and many guilds are already collecting the necessary bindings from Molten Core. When Phase 3 hits, players will rush to combine the bindings and complete the Thunderfury questline.

Materials Needed for Thunderfury:

• Elementium Bars:
  To craft Elementium Bars, you’ll need Elementium Ore, and they will be in high demand as players begin their Thunderfury quest. Elementium Bars are crafted with a cooldown, so their supply will be limited, which will increase their value.
• Arcanite Bars:
  Arcanite Bars will also be in high demand, especially because Thunderfury requires 10 Elementium Bars and 100 Arcanite Bars. As players look to craft Thunderfury, the price of Arcanite Bars will likely spike.

Gold-Making Opportunity:

• If you’re an Alchemist, you can transmute Arcane Crystals into Arcanite Bars. The price of Arcanite Bars has already been rising on many servers, so now is a good time to stockpile Arcane Crystals and prepare for the upcoming demand.

How to Make Gold in Phase 3

In addition to stockpiling materials, there are some ways to make gold directly in preparation for Phase 3.

Buy Consumables in Bulk:

Consumables like Fire Protection Potions, Shadow Protection Potions, and Dragon’s Breath Chili will rise in price when Phase 3 hits. Purchase them now at lower prices and either craft them yourself or sell them directly for a profit once the demand spikes.

Invest in Enchanting Materials:

As mentioned, materials like Large Brilliant Shards, Golden Pearls, and Righteous Orbs will be in high demand for Rank 14 players looking to enchant their gear. Invest in these now to sell at a higher price when Phase 3 drops.

Craft Elementium Bars and Arcanite Bars:

Both of these materials will be needed for Thunderfury, and their prices will most likely rise. If you’re an Alchemist, focus on transmuting Arcane Crystals into Arcanite Bars.

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