For alchemists, life in World of Warcraft will soon become easier. Every day they can create Anchorweed to meet the demand. This should significantly lower the prices for flasks in WoW. Raiders are addicted to them.
The rarest current herb in World of Warcraft is probably the Anchorweed. Players with herbalism are searching for it like crazy, as depending on the server, a single plant can be sold for up to 600 gold – a true goldmine. However, with Patch 8.1 Tides of Vengeance, the price for Anchorweed is likely to decrease significantly.
What is changing? Alchemists can learn a new transmutation in Patch 8.1. They can use other herbs from Zuldazar and Kul Tiras to transmute into Anchorweed.
The production can be done once per day and grants at least 10 Anchorweed (enough for 2 flasks). However, with a proc, more Anchorweed could be gained from the transmutation.
Why is Anchorweed so important? Anchorweed is the basis for all flasks in Battle for Azeroth. In many raid guilds, there is a “flask requirement,” which means the demand for Anchorweed and the corresponding potions is always high. Most herbalists and alchemists are unable to meet this demand, causing prices to skyrocket.
Alchemists can also create Expulsom from Anchorweed.
Why is Anchorweed so rare? In almost every expansion, there is an herb that is particularly rare or expensive. Especially at the start of an expansion, farming is the only method to acquire these herbs – a “trader” is still missing. Thus, this is the golden time to make a real profit from the herbs.
There is no release date for Patch 8.1 Tides of Vengeance yet. However, most expect a release within the next 2-3 weeks.
What do you think of this change to Anchorweed? Good and sensible? Or is it going to be “everything easier” again?
Patch 8.1 also includes a new Azerite trader, meant to satisfy the players.
