WoW Scarab Robe Transmog: New HD Models Found in Patch 10.2

Key Takeaways

Patch 10.2 "Guardians of the Dream" datamining revealed high-definition robe models inspired by classic Ahn'Qiraj transmog, later released to players as the Gossamer Gown collection through the Trading Post.
The four Gossamer Gown variants were added across multiple patches: the Desert Gown in Patch 10.2, the Magenta and Emerald Gowns in Patch 10.2.5, and the Cyan Gown in Patch 11.0.5.
Each gown costs Trader's Tender via the Trading Post: the Desert Gown at 100 Tender, the Magenta, Emerald, and Cyan variants at 150 Tender each.
The original Ahn'Qiraj robes that inspired the HD models — including the Vestments of the Shifting Sands and Robes of the Battleguard — remained unchanged in the game alongside the new Gossamer versions.
The new gowns are not restricted by class or armor type, making them available to any character who purchases them through the Trading Post.

When the first Gossamer Gown models appeared in the Patch 10.2 PTR build alongside brightly colored scarab mounts, the community speculated widely about their source. By launch, the answer was the Trading Post. Here is the full release timeline and acquisition guide for the complete Gossamer Gown set.

The Original Ahn'Qiraj Inspiration

The Gossamer Gowns were modeled after four iconic robe items from the Ahn'Qiraj instances introduced in Patch 1.9 of Classic WoW. The original items that inspired each variant are:

Desert (orange/sandy) variant: inspired by the Robes of the Battleguard, a drop from the Temple of Ahn'Qiraj (AQ40)
Magenta variant: inspired by the Vestments of the Shifting Sands, which drops from Kurinnaxx in the Ruins of Ahn'Qiraj (AQ20)
Emerald (green) variant: inspired by the Robes of the Guardian Saint, an AQ40 drop
Cyan (blue) variant: inspired by the Robes of the Triumvirate, an AQ40 drop

The original robes remained unchanged — the Gossamer Gowns are standalone items sharing the same robe model in an updated, higher-resolution version. Players can equip both the original and the Gossamer variant as separate transmog options.

The Gossamer Gowns: Release Timeline

Blizzard staggered the Gossamer Gown releases across three separate patch cycles rather than releasing all four simultaneously:

Patch 10.2.0 (November 7, 2023): Gossamer Desert Gown added to the Trading Post at 100 Trader's Tender.
Patch 10.2.5 (January 2024): Gossamer Magenta Gown and Gossamer Emerald Gown, each at 150 Tender.
Patch 11.0.5 (October 22, 2024): Gossamer Cyan Gown at 150 Tender — the blue variant was the last of the four to become available, more than a year after the original datamine.

Each gown appeared in the Trading Post rotation during its release patch and may return in future monthly rotations, consistent with how the Trading Post handles all cosmetic items.

How to Obtain the Gossamer Gowns

All four Gossamer Gowns are purchased with Trader's Tender, the currency of the Trading Post. Players earn up to 1,000 Tender per month: 500 from the free monthly Collector's Cache (account-wide, requires logging in) and up to 500 more from completing Traveler's Log activities. The Trading Post is located in the Mage Quarter in Stormwind (Alliance) and the Drag in Orgrimmar (Horde).

If a Gossamer Gown variant is not currently in the active monthly rotation, it will return in a future month. There is no other acquisition method — the gowns are not craftable, not quest rewards, and do not drop from any content. They are exclusively Trading Post cosmetics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Gossamer Gowns?

The Gossamer Gowns are a set of four high-definition robe cosmetics introduced starting in Patch 10.2, sold through the WoW Trading Post. Each gown is modeled after a classic robe from the Ahn'Qiraj raid instances. The four variants are the Gossamer Desert Gown, Gossamer Magenta Gown, Gossamer Emerald Gown, and Gossamer Cyan Gown.

Are the Gossamer Gowns class-restricted?

No. Unlike many armor-type transmog pieces, the Gossamer Gowns are cosmetic items available to any character regardless of class or armor type. Any player with enough Trader's Tender can purchase and use them as a transmog appearance.

How much Trader's Tender does each gown cost?

The Gossamer Desert Gown costs 100 Tender. The Gossamer Magenta Gown, Gossamer Emerald Gown, and Gossamer Cyan Gown each cost 150 Tender. Acquiring all four requires 550 Tender total, achievable across a single month's maximum earnings (1,000 Tender) or spread across multiple months.

When did the blue Gossamer Gown come out?

The Gossamer Cyan Gown, the blue variant, was added in Patch 11.0.5 (released October 22, 2024), more than a year after the Desert Gown first appeared. The initial Patch 10.2 datamine showed a blue robe model but the item did not release at that time, leading to extended community speculation. When PTR data for Patch 11.0.5 surfaced the completed version, it confirmed the cyan model would finally arrive.

Do the Gossamer Gowns replace the original Ahn'Qiraj robes?

No. The original items — Vestments of the Shifting Sands, Robes of the Battleguard, Robes of the Guardian Saint, and Robes of the Triumvirate — remain in the game and farmable from their original AQ content. The Gossamer Gowns are separate items that share the same robe model shape in an updated resolution. Both the originals and the Gossamer versions exist as independent transmog appearances.

What Ahn'Qiraj content do the original robes drop from?

The Vestments of the Shifting Sands drops from Kurinnaxx in the Ruins of Ahn'Qiraj (AQ20, the 20-player instance). The Robes of the Battleguard, Robes of the Guardian Saint, and Robes of the Triumvirate are drops from the Temple of Ahn'Qiraj (AQ40, the 40-player instance). Both instances are accessible as solo legacy content at current gear levels.

Will the Gossamer Gowns return to the Trading Post if I missed them?

Yes. The Trading Post rotates items in and out each month, and items that appeared in earlier months can return in future rotations. Blizzard does not publish advance schedules for Trading Post rotations, so checking the shop monthly is the most reliable way to track availability. Players who want all four gowns but missed specific months should keep Tender saved in anticipation of each variant's return.

Last reviewed 2026-06-12 against Patch 10.2.7 Dark Heart — Maintained by WowCarry's WoW team.