Forgot password
Enter the email address you used when you joined and we'll send you instructions to reset your password.
If you used Apple or Google to create your account, this process will create a password for your existing account.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Reset password instructions sent. If you have an account with us, you will receive an email within a few minutes.
Something went wrong. Try again or contact support if the problem persists.
Two WoW players battling it out in Warsong Gulch for the flag
Image via Blizzard Entertainment

Blizzard promises to never add WoW’s most prestigious rewards to the Trading Post

Blizzard put the rumor to bed.

On Jan. 26, Wowhead found evidence that the Siege of Orgrimmar AOTC mount now has a Trader’s Tender cost through datamining. This caused quite a stir in the community, but Blizzard spoke up about the issue, promising “skill-based rewards” won’t ever be added to the system.

Recommended Videos

In a Blue Post on Jan. 30, community manager Kaivax explained that Blizzard has no plans to add prestigious rewards to the Trading Post. This means that rewards from achievements like Cutting Edge, Ahead of the Curve, and Gladiator will remain in the hands of the proud players who earned them. Many of these mounts and appearances are no longer obtainable; this will remain the case for the foreseeable future. 

WoW Gnome wearing Treasure Trove on her back
The Trading Post was introduced at the beginning of 2023. Image via Blizzard Entertainment

I’m glad Blizzard decided to go in this direction because the value of these goodies lies in how rare they are. They represent your skill-based efforts to complete content while it’s still relevant.

Grabbing these achievements isn’t easy. For Ahead of the Curve, for example, you have to defeat the final boss of the current raid on Heroic difficulty. That’s additional mechanics and more boss health and damage. These fights can last up to 10 minutes, which can be mentally draining. You have to maintain your regular rotation, stay mindful of the mechanics, and ensure your positioning is correct. 

The Trading Post is a unique feature added in 2023 as a part of World of Warcraft Dragonflight Patch 10.0.5. Essentially, you get fresh wares you can buy with Trader’s Tender once per month. The February Trading Post update is just around the corner, so make sure to visit Orgrimmar or Stormwind on Feb. 1.


Dot Esports is supported by our audience. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn a small affiliate commission. Learn more about our Affiliate Policy
Author
Image of Izabela Tomakic
Izabela Tomakic
Staff Writer & World of Warcraft lead. Izabela has a long history with writing and games like World of Warcraft, League of Legends, Fortnite, and The Sims. Before finding her home at Dot Esports in 2021, Izabela was an English teacher and a freelancer at Hotspawn, GGRecon, and Gameranx. In her free time, you’ll find her writing novels, wandering Azeroth, or inting on Summoner’s Rift.