Our special issue on WoW Shadowlands explains everything you need to know in the new addon

With Shadowlands, a lot is changing in World of Warcraft – from the new maximum level to a completely new leveling experience to the professions. With our new special issue, you have the perfect guide at hand to find your way around.

On November 24, the new expansion Shadowlands was released. With the new addon, Blizzard is not only completely revamping the leveling system – the maximum level is again 60, just like in Classic – but it also brings a lot of innovations.

Although Blizzard spoiled my favorite class with the changes, I’m already having a great time with Shadowlands. New raids and dungeons, a pretty cool story, and a reunion with old acquaintances … and then there’s Torghast, this huge tower full of crazy possibilities! In my 15 years of almost continuous play, this tower could be the best thing that has ever happened to the game.

We from MeinMMO – specifically, Cortyn and I – have teamed up with GameStar to put together a new special issue for you. You can already pre-order it now and have all the important information about the new addon practically in hand.

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Benedict Grothaus has been a freelance author at MeinMMO for 3 years and has been playing World of Warcraft for 15 years. During that time, he has experienced all expansions, played through almost every raid, and lost himself in Azeroth for many hundreds of hours. His favorite class is the Bard, which he hopes will come to the game since an April Fool’s joke from Blizzard. Until then, he is content with Rogues, Death Knights, and Warriors.

Class Changes and Guides

You already know that my beloved Outlaw Rogue in Shadowlands is no longer what I want him to be. Fortunately, every class has received updates, and many of them have become really attractive again.

Many old abilities have returned, and several specializations now have new ways of being played – like the Fury Warrior with one-handed weapons.

In the magazine, you will find a handy guide for each class with useful tips on playstyle, the most important changes, and the best talents to utilize for beginners. Ideal if you’re looking to try a new class with the new addon.

Legendarys – The Best Items You Ever Hated

Introduced in Legion with mixed feelings among players, legendary items return with Shadowlands. They are the best items you can obtain in the game.

The armors, rings, and necklaces come with various effects that enhance your class and abilities. In Shadowlands, however, they have a special twist: You simply craft them.

Instead of relying on luck and the right perk, you specifically choose what attributes your Legendary should have – including secondary stats. The system is closely intertwined with the new professions.

To craft legendary items, you first need the right base items. You can only get them from blacksmiths, leatherworkers, and other crafting professions. Both for the Legendaries and the professions, you will find detailed guides in the magazine that explain everything you need to know.

The Covenants of Shadowlands

The core feature of Shadowlands will be the four covenants you can join:

• Kyrian
• Night Fae
• Nekrolords
• Venthyr

You swear allegiance to one of these covenants and receive stylish cosmetics, mounts, and pets – and more importantly: new skills. Each covenant provides you with a covenant ability and another one for your respective class.

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Additionally, there are soul binds, allowing you to choose a quasi-companion that grants you various buffs. The covenants are the new system through which you can unleash your full power in Shadowlands.

Cortyn explains to you in several pages how exactly it works and what you get for joining one of these exclusive societies.

Torghast, the (Almost) Endless Tower

The probably best feature WoW has ever received and may ever receive is Torghast. In this endgame content, you can spend hours farming materials for legendary items or simply cosmetics.

The tower offers high replayability with its roguelike approach and even had me playing a Mage in the Beta – I was so eager to explore this tower!

In the different wings and levels of the tower, you choose completely new perks that alter your abilities. Alone or as a group, you can come up with crazy builds and get to know your class all over again.

I don’t always agree with Cortyn, but even the cheeky demon says: “I was only in Torghast for an hour and became instantly addicted!“

Where Can I Get the Magazine?

If you want to secure your own copy of the compendium, you can buy the special issue for WoW Shadowlands on the official GameStar page. Shipping takes about 3-5 days. Due to the current corona situation, there may be delays in delivery times.