Warcraft Legion Remix Week 1: Farming & Progression Guide
Legion Remix Phase 1 guide for Patch 11.2.5 — artifact weapons, bronze farming, zone order, and the fastest path through the Broken Isles Remix event.
By:
John Langan
Weekly Events in Warcraft: Patch 11.2.5
With the launch of Patch 11.2.5, there's plenty of activity in the world of Warcraft. After the usual extended maintenance, players can enjoy a Twitch drop featuring the new Pit Lord pet and a chance to win Dreadlord ensembles. The new patch also introduces two additional upgrade levels for seasonal gear, meaning heroes and myth track gear now have eight upgrade levels. This can be done in the usual way using gilded crests. Crafted gear follows suit with an upgrade matrix available just outside the Artisans Consortium, allowing players to elevate their gear even further.
Key Takeaways
- Patch 11.2.5 added two extra upgrade levels to seasonal gear, bringing the hero and myth tracks to eight upgrade levels using gilded crests.
- The Legion Remix Phase 1 launched this week, opening the Broken Isles zones plus Emerald Nightmare and Trial of Valor.
- Any max-level character earns a fel-colored class mount achievement on first entry to Legion Remix.
- Artifact weapons arrive early and include a talent tree; the Twisted Crusade path is the strongest starting choice for most specs.
- Focusing on zone quests and achievements over dungeons and raids is the most power-efficient strategy in Phase 1.
- Infinite knowledge from dungeon and raid achievements is the primary driver of artifact tree progression at max level.
The week also brings the return of the Legion Remix event, starting with phase one. This phase includes the original Broken Isles zones, its dungeons, and raids like the Emerald Nightmare and Trial of Valor. Players should focus on familiarizing themselves with these areas to efficiently gather power and resources.
Gearing and Progression Guide
As the Legion Remix begins, players will be tasked with earning power and gathering gear. Here's a short guide to help you get started:
- Choose Your Character: In Patch 11.2.5, any max-level character will unlock an achievement for a fel-colored class mount.
- Artifact Weapons: Shortly after starting, you will receive your first artifact weapon with access to a skill tree.
- Twisted Crusade Tree: This tree offers a balance of power and cooldowns — highly recommended for new entrants to the Remix format.
- Loot Boxes: Scrapping gear you replace nets resources; focus on secondary and tertiary stats, but prioritize accessories.
With those gearing fundamentals in hand, tracking your achievements and available tools becomes the next priority.
Progression Tools
- Spreadsheet Reference: A basic guide to track achievements and rewards.
- Achievements Focus: Achievements cover dungeons, raids, quests, and zone progression. Setting goals is helpful for motivation.
- Daily Quests from Eternis: Offer a variety of activities and can be found in the central hub.
Here's an example of how to track your achievement and reward progress:
| Feature | Task | Reward Type |
|---|---|---|
| Achievements | Complete dungeons | Power, bronze, bonuses |
| Quests | Zone completion | Experience, item upgrades |
| Daily Quests | Assigned by Eternis | Large bronze bonuses |
With that tracking framework set up, here are the practical tips for navigating the early days of Legion Remix.
Early Game Tips
- World Quests and Emissaries: Focus on their rewards for reputation, experience, and items.
- Complete Zones Fully: Clearing entire zones of quests and objectives rewards achievements that contribute meaningful power.
- Avoid Early Dungeons/Raids: At this stage, concentrating on leveling and gearing up is more important than running dungeons or raids.
Progressing through these tasks will prepare you for greater challenges as you continue the Legion Remix adventure. This mix of activities, rewards, and challenges keeps the journey engaging as you explore the Broken Isles under the new Remix framework. Players looking to explore all Legion Remix rewards and content can find the full service catalog on WowCarry.
To advance smoothly, maintain momentum by balancing challenges and strategic decisions. While the temptation to tackle the heroic world tier may arise, hold off until comfortable with the current challenges — unnecessary setbacks break your stride. Should you reach max level this week, the core strategy remains focusing on achievements. Achievements award "infinite knowledge," empowering your journey down the artifact tree and enhancing vital stats like versatility.
At max level, the decisions become more nuanced:
- Pursue Dungeon Achievements: Accumulate infinite knowledge to rapidly advance through the artifact tree.
- Balance Challenges with Gear Grinding: Decide between pushing higher-level content or refining strategies through easier quests for better gear.
- Utilize Loot Boxes: Maximize the tokens from loot boxes to unlock stronger equipment.
- Explore Group Content: Opt for group activities when equipped and ready to farm different tokens for infinite power.
Throughout this process, tokens play a crucial role — equipping them significantly boosts power levels. Prioritizing the right mix of solo and group endeavors enhances both personal skill and overall strength. While the journey may seem daunting, the right strategy and pace make it manageable and rewarding.
FAQ
What is the Legion Remix event in WoW?
Legion Remix is a limited-time event introduced during TWW that lets players re-experience the Legion expansion content with a power-scaling system similar to earlier Remix events. Players earn bronze currency, artifact weapons, and power upgrades while playing through the Broken Isles, its dungeons, and raids.
What zones and raids are in Legion Remix Phase 1?
Phase 1 includes the original Broken Isles zones and their associated dungeons, along with the Emerald Nightmare and Trial of Valor raids. Later phases add more zones and raids as the event progresses.
How do I get an artifact weapon in Legion Remix?
Shortly after entering the Legion Remix event, you automatically receive your first artifact weapon for your class and specialization. It comes with a talent skill tree — the Twisted Crusade path is recommended for balancing power gain and cooldown availability.
What is bronze and how do I earn it in Legion Remix?
Bronze is the primary currency in Legion Remix. You earn it by completing quests, killing enemies, finishing dungeons, and scrapping unwanted gear from loot boxes. Bronze is used to purchase cosmetics, power upgrades, and other event-specific rewards.
What rewards are available in the Legion Remix event?
Rewards include class mounts (in fel-colored variants), cosmetic transmogs from the Legion era, achievement points, and power-scaling upgrades that carry through the duration of the event. Twitch drops during Patch 11.2.5 launch week also offered the Pit Lord pet and Dreadlord ensembles.
Is Legion Remix available to all characters?
In Patch 11.2.5, any max-level Patch 11.2.5 character (TWW level cap) can participate in the Legion Remix event and is eligible for the achievement-tied class mount reward. Characters below max-level can still enter but should focus on leveling first to maximize power gain.