We have compiled all known information about the Warfronts from World of Warcraft. What are they actually about?
At BlizzCon 2017, a lot of details about the upcoming expansion of World of Warcraft were revealed. One of the major new features of Battle for Azeroth will be the so-called Warfronts. Large battles where players fight for control of important fortifications and locations.
But what exactly are the Warfronts? How many players are needed and how does it work?
First, the bad news for all PvP fans: Warfronts are purely PvE affairs. Players fight against NPCs of the opposing faction. A total of 20 players are in an “instance” and must work together to defeat the enemy NPC troops with their General.
In creating Warfronts, the classic matches from Warcraft II and Warcraft III were used as a reference. The goal is to transfer the “real-time strategy feeling” into the MMORPG.
Resource distribution like in the Broken Isles
In plain terms, this means that 20 players operate as a raid group and must complete various missions. For example, resources like wood and iron must be collected so that new buildings can be constructed in the player’s base. For instance, a barracks can be built that will continuously spawn grunts or foot soldiers to march towards the enemy stronghold.
It’s definitely good to communicate when gathering materials, but it’s not strictly necessary. Similar to the Broken Isles, each player can freely distribute their resources and contribute them to the building of their choice.
- In addition to basic buildings that create various units, there are also buildings that grant different bonuses and enhance the troops. This corresponds to the typical upgrades from Warcraft II and Warcraft III – like in the blacksmith.
- The NPC troops must be supported by the players, otherwise they have little chance against the superior NPCs of the defenders. Step by step, control points must be captured, and ultimately the General of the respective Warfront must be defeated.
- The Generals are supposed to alternate and provide a different challenge each time. For instance, a Dwarven General might train sharpshooters while a Human General focuses more on cavalry. Again, the “typical” real-time strategy fantasy is in focus.
Many unresolved questions about the Warfronts
The duration of such a Warfront is still unclear. However, it should last “longer than a dungeon” – so probably at least half an hour.
What rewards there are for the Warfronts and what impact they have on the game world is still unknown. A little Azerite for the Heart of Azeroth should probably drop.
Are you excited for the Warfronts? Or were you hoping it would be a PvP matter that has now lost its appeal?
