How to Unlock Void Elves in WoW: Complete 2024 Guide
Updated on November 3, 2024
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Unlocking the Void Elves in World of Warcraft (WoW) opens up a unique race that bridges the power of the Void with the steadfast loyalty of the Alliance. With their mysterious background and fascinating abilities, Void Elves bring an intriguing twist to what you’d normally find around Azeroth. This guide covers everything you need to know about unlocking Void Elves, including rewards, racial abilities, lore, and tips for making the most of this enigmatic Allied Race.
Void Elf Allied Race Guide
The Void Elves are one of the five Allied Races available to the Alliance, alongside the Lightforged Draenei, Dark Iron Dwarves, Kul Tiran, and Mechagnomes. Originally exiled from the Blood Elves, Void Elves have embraced the power of the Void, gaining unique abilities and appearances that set them apart from other races in Azeroth.
Unlocking the Void Elves
To unlock the Void Elves as a playable Allied Race in World of Warcraft, you need an Alliance character at level 40 to begin the recruitment questline—no reputation grind is required. Once you reach level 40, head to the Stormwind Embassy to start the Void Elf recruitment quest chain.
This questline takes you to learn about the origins of the Void Elves, former Blood Elves who embraced the powers of the Void and now seek to join the Alliance. The Stormwind Embassy serves as the central hub for recruiting all Alliance Allied Races, where you’ll meet with key Alliance representatives to start the Void Elf recruitment process.
Here are the quests in order:
The Ghostlands
Begin the recruitment process by speaking with Alleria Windrunner at the Stormwind Embassy. She introduces you to the story of the Void Elves and their connection to the Void.Telogrus Rift
Accompany Alleria to the Telogrus Rift, the location where the Void Elves conduct their studies and where they were transformed by the Void. This quest gives you some insight into the challenges they face in mastering their newfound powers.A Darkened Path
Assist Alleria and the Void Elves as they work to control the volatile energies of the Void. This quest shows you the struggle of the Void Elves to balance their new powers without succumbing to its dark influence.The Power of the Void
Join Alleria and the Void Elves in defending Telogrus Rift from those who would seek to stop their experiments.For the Alliance
In the final quest, participate in a ceremonial event where Alleria Windrunner and the Void Elves pledge their allegiance to the Alliance. Completing this quest unlocks the Void Elves as a playable race on your account.
Rewards for Unlocking Void Elves
Mount
Upon completing the recruitment scenario, you’ll receive the Starcursed Voidstrider, a sleek mount that embodies the ethereal and mystical nature of the Void Elves.
Heritage Armor
Creating your first Void Elf character grants you the Ren’dorei Tabard. If you level your Void Elf character to 50 without using any boosts, you’ll also earn the Heritage of the Void achievement, which unlocks the Void Elf Heritage Armor. This transmog set features a dark, otherworldly design that symbolizes the Void Elves’ mastery over void magic.
Void Elf Racial Abilities
Void Elves have racial abilities that reflect their connection to the Void, making them well-suited for both PvE and PvP. These abilities add another strategic element to the game with unique advantages in combat situations:
Spatial Rift – This ability lets you create a portal to a targeted location and then teleport to it, giving you extra mobility that’s particularly helpful in PvP and dungeon scenarios.
Preternatural Calm – Casting spells is uninterrupted by taking damage, allowing Void Elves to maintain their offensive and healing spells under pressure.
Ethereal Connection – Reduces the cost of Void Storage and Transmog, making Void Elves ideal for players who enjoy customizing their gear.
Chill of Night – Reduces Shadow damage taken, providing a slight edge when facing enemies that use shadow magic.
Entropic Embrace – Occasionally empowers your spells and attacks with extra Shadow damage, adding a damage boost that’s useful for any Void Elf class.
Class Options
Void Elves have several class options that align with their mystical powers and connection to the Void. Here’s a breakdown of their class availability:
Death Knight: Tank or Melee Plate DPS.
Hunter: Melee or Ranged Mail DPS.
Mage: Ranged Cloth DPS.
Monk: Tank, Healer, or Melee Leather DPS.
Priest: Healer or Ranged Cloth DPS.
Rogue: Melee Leather DPS.
Warlock: Ranged Cloth DPS.
Warrior: Tank or Melee Plate DPS.
Lore of the Void Elves
Void Elves, also known as Ren’dorei, were once Blood Elves exiled from Silvermoon for their dangerous experimentation with the Void. Their leader, Alleria Windrunner, embraced the power of the Void and showed others how to wield its power without succumbing to its madness. Through Alleria’s guidance, these elves learned to control their abilities, channeling the Void’s chaotic energy for the benefit of the Alliance.
The Void Elves are in a constant struggle to contain the darkness within them, yet they see this power as a necessary means to defend Azeroth. Their unique abilities make them both feared and admired, and their allegiance with the Alliance reflects their dedication to keeping their powers in check and using them to fight against common threats.
Final Tips for Unlocking Void Elves
Complete Argus Storyline: The Argus storyline is essential to unlocking Void Elves. Progress through Krokuun, Mac’Aree, and Antoran Wastes to complete the “You Are Now Prepared!” achievement.
Use Group Finder for Argus Missions: Some quests on Argus are challenging solo, so consider using Group Finder to team up and complete these tasks more quickly.
Level Up for Heritage Armor: Leveling a Void Elf to 50 without boosts will reward you with the unique Heritage Armor, a must-have for players interested in transmog.
Master Spatial Rift: Spatial Rift is a powerful mobility tool; practice using it to avoid danger or reposition quickly in both PvP and PvE.
Unlocking Void Elves is a voyage into Azeroth’s mystical side, filled with lore and abilities that bring a “dark elegance” to the Alliance.
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