World of Warcraft Midnight New Race
World of Warcraft: Midnight officially adds the Haranir as a new Allied Race, bringing fresh lore, unique customization, and even a druid option into the Worldsoul Saga. First teased in The War Within, the Haranir now join Azeroth’s forces to stand against Xal’atath and her Black Blood.
This guide covers everything we know about the Haranir Allied Race, from their homeland and history to playable classes, customization, and unlock method.
Haranir Overview
Unlock Method: Progress through the Midnight story campaign, similar to the Earthen in The War Within
Homeland: Harandar, a hidden fungal jungle of glowing roots and bioluminescent life
Leaders: Orweyna, scout leader and Radiant Song adept
Factions: Neutral, available to both Horde and Alliance
Haranir Playable Classes
The Haranir can be:
Druid
Hunter
Mage
Monk
Priest
Rogue
Shaman
Warlock
Warrior
This makes them one of the most versatile Allied Races, especially with Druid confirmed as an option. Their druidic shapeshifts include unique quill bat forms.
Racial Traits
Racial abilities have not been revealed yet. Expect them to tie into themes of nature, shapeshifting, or Haranir resilience.
Lore and Background
The Haranir are a spiritual people tied closely to the Radiant Song of Azeroth. Bound by ancient oaths, they lived in secrecy for ages, protecting the roots of the World Trees in Harandar.
Players first encountered them in the Azj-Kahet story during The War Within. Orweyna broke her oath to save outsiders, guiding adventurers through threats linked to Xal’atath’s Black Blood. With Midnight, the Haranir fully step into the open, forging alliances to defend Azeroth.
Heritage Armor
Datamining from The War Within revealed an armor set themed around Haranir designs. While not confirmed, this likely serves as their Heritage Armor when completing the level-up questline.
Expect glowing, nature-inspired motifs with weapon options that echo their fungal and druidic homeland.
Customization Options
The Haranir feature a wide range of cosmetic choices, many revealed in earlier datamining. Options include:
Body fur styles
Quill color and shoulder quills
Hair color and highlights
Ear shapes
Facial fur and teeth variations
Eye reflection styles
Skin tone diversity
Both male and female Haranir have extensive personalization, with glowing accents that emphasize their bioluminescent roots.
Final Blurb
The Haranir Allied Race in World of Warcraft: Midnight is one of the most exciting additions to the Worldsoul Saga. Their druidic roots, fungal jungle homeland, and unique customization set them apart from other races.
With druids, hunters, and more available, they’re a versatile choice for players looking to embrace nature’s fiercest protectors.
FAQ
How do you unlock the Haranir Allied Race?
The Haranir unlock by completing the main Midnight story campaign, similar to how the Earthen were unlocked in The War Within.
Can Haranir be druids?
Yes, Haranir can become druids, with shapeshift forms including quill bats.
Are Haranir available to both factions?
Yes, they are neutral like other Allied Races, playable by both Horde and Alliance.
What is the Haranir homeland?
Harandar, a bioluminescent fungal jungle built around the roots of the World Trees.
Do the Haranir have Heritage Armor?
While not confirmed, datamining shows a themed armor set likely to serve as their Heritage Armor reward.
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