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World of Warcraftjust revealed Guardians of the Dream, its second major patch forDragonflight. This massive update adds tons of new content toWorld of Warcraft, including a new raid, zone, and chapter of theDragonflightstory.
So far inDragonflight,World of Warcraftplayers have contended with the Primal Incarnates as they have sought power from ancient research facilities and alternate timelines. Now, they must follow Fyrakk as he assaults the Emerald Dream itself in an effort to steal the strength of Amirdrassil,World of Warcraft’s new World Tree.
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Patch 10.2 adds a new zone called the Emerald Dream–a corner of the eponymous, idyllic realm protected by the Green Dragonflight. Though players have visited small chunks of the Dream before,World of Warcraftis finally adding a full-scale areacomparable in size to other zones fromDragonflight. This explorable section of the Emerald Dream is full of tranquil groves, playful ponds, and twisted landscapes burned by Fyrakk’s Shadowflame, and features tons of activities, including the Superbloom world event and a new world boss.
The main story of Guardians of the Dream will feature Vyranoth turning against her Primalist brother Fyrakk and joining Alexstrasza, Tyrande, and others in their defense of Amirdrassil. As the chapters unfold, they will seek to stop Fyrakk’s plan at all costs with the help of many druidic and draconic allies. The battle will come to a head at Amidrassil, the Dream’s Hope–Patch 10.2’s new raid, whereWorld of Warcraftplayers will finally fight Fyrakkhimself.
There are other stories awaiting players in Guardians of the Dream. The Silver Purpose questline involving the reforging of Keeper Tyr will reach its dramatic conclusion, and players can expect a storyline involving the Wrathion and Vyranoth reaching out to theminor draconic factions fromWorld of Warcraftincluding the Netherwing of Outland and the Thorignir Storm Dragons. As always, the new zone will have tons of side quests and local stories as well.
Guardians of the Dream will also add tons of new features, including further improvements to the UI, a legendary item, and a universal currency upgrade system. A new Renown faction called the Dream Wardens is coming in the patch, allowing players to earn reputation and rewards as they quest across the zone. Additionally,World of Warcraftplayers can look forward to new Dragonriding races, glyphs, and abilities that synergize with Ground Skimming and Aerial Halt, as well as a Faerie Dragon Drake mount and customizations for theGrotto Netherwing Drake fromWoW’s Trading Post. Patch 10.2 doesn’t have a release date yet, but its first build is already on the Public Test Realm.
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