Are you ready to become a master? In the wild and wonderful world of WoW Classic Season of Discovery (SoD), you'll need to get a handle on all sorts of professions if you want to succeed. Learn how to level up, choose the best profession for your class and make your way through each phase. This guide will help you get there - and keep pushing forward

 

• What's the Deal with Professions in WoW Classic SoD?
• All Professions
  • Alchemy 
  • Engineering
  • Leatherworking
  • Blacksmithing
  • Tailoring
  • Enchant
  • Mining
  • Skinning
  • Herbalism
  • Cooking
  • First Aid
  • Fishing
• How Many Professions Can You Learn?
• Which Professions is "Best"?

 

↖ What's the Deal with Professions in WoW Classic SoD?

SoD has thrown us all for a loop! Here's what you need to know:

• Phase 1 — We're maxed at level 25 with profession skill cap at 150 (Journeyman). But here's the kicker: You can't reach Expert rank will until you hit level 26. Talk about cliffhanger.
• Phase 2 — Level cap is increased to 40. Profession skill cap gets bumped up to 225 (Expert). However, Artisan rank won’t unlock until level 41. Specializations aren't available yet either. Don’t even think about hitting that big 300 or crafting those juicy recipes just yet.

 

↖ All Professions

In WoW Classic there are nine primary professions divided into two categories:

Crafting	Gathering	Other
Alchemy  Engineering  Leatherworking  Blacksmithing  Tailoring  Enchanting	Mining  Herbalism  Skinning	First Aid  Fishing  Cooking

 

↖ Alchemy 

Thinking of mixing some strong concoctions to help you deal with all the raid bosses? Then alchemy is the right profession for you. It comes in handy when paired with herbalism. Wanna be the cook or the food? 

 

How to Start Alchemy Away?

You'll want to wear a lab coat once it's time to learn. Find these trainers:

• Horde: Carolai Anise in Brill, Tirisfal (59,52) or Miao'zan in Sen'jin, Durotar (55,74)
• Alliance: Cyndra Kindwhisper in Dolanaar, Teldrassil (57,60) or Alchemist Mallory in Elwynn Forest (39,48)

 

↖ Engineering

If you're into gadgets and explosions then engineering will be your calling. You can create absolutely anything from small trinkets to giant bombs. Mining pairs well with this profession if you need lots of metal bars.

Where to Learn Engineering in WoW Classic?

To start your engineering journey, visit these trainers:

• Horde: Thund in Orgrimmar's Valley of Honor (75,24), Graham Van Talen in Undercity's Rogues Quarter (75,74), or Mukdrak in Razor Hill, Durotar (52,40)
• Alliance: Bronk Guzzlegear near Kharanos, Dun Morogh (50,50), Sprite Jumpsprocket in Stormwind City's Dwarven District (54,8), or Jemma Quikswitch in Ironforge's Tinker Town (67,44)

 

Specialization:

At skill level 200 and character level 30 make a choice between Goblin Engineering for explosive action or Gnomish Engineering for quirky inventions.

 

↖ Leatherworking

Are you a fashionista who loves armor? If so then leatherworking has got your name written all over it. It’s perfect for personal use or to make money in the auction house.

 

How to Start Leatherworking Away?

Find these trainers to start your leatherworking career:

• Horde: Chaw Stronghide in Mulgore (45, 57) or Shelene Rhobart in Tirisfal (65, 60)
• Alliance: Adele Fielder in Goldshire, Elwynn Forest (46,62), Nadyia Maneweaver in Teldrassil (43,43), or Randal Worth in Stormwind City's Old Town (68.49)

 

Specialization:

At skill level 225 and character level 40 you'll have to choose between Dragonscale Leatherworking for a scaley style, Elemental Leatherworking for nature-infused gear, or Tribal Leatherworking for primal fashion.

 

↖ Blacksmithing

To become a blacksmith you must be ready to do some heavy hitting work until what you're working on turns into swords or armor. Warriors and Paladins will benefit from this profession if they're looking to gear up without spending all their gold at the Auction House.

 

How to Start Blacksmithing Away?

To kick off your blacksmithing career you'll need a trainer. 

 

Horde Blacksmithing Trainers:

• Ug'thok: Valley of Honor, Orgrimmar (81,24)
• Basil Frye: War Quarter, Undercity (60,29)
• Thrag Stonehoof: Thunder Bluff (39,56)
• Dwukk: Durotar (52,41)

 

Alliance Blacksmithing Trainers:

• Groum Stonebeard: Great Forge Ironforge (52,42)
• Dane Lindgren: Dwarven District Stormwind City (57,16)
• Delfrum Flintbeard: Darkshore (38,41)
• Smith Argus: Elwynn Forest (42,66)
• Tognus Flintfire: Dun Morogh (45,52)

 

Expert and Artisan Trainers:

• Alliance: Bengus Deepforge in Ironforge (52.40)
• Horde: Saru Steelfury in Orgrimmar (76.34)
• Artisan for All: Brikk Keencraft in Booty Bay (52,40), Stranglethorn Vale

 

↖ Tailoring

Tailors aren't praised enough! They make sure heroes look fabulous while fighting evil. If you're into fabric armor or have an unhealthy obsession with bags, tailoring is your calling.

 

How to Start Tailoring Away?

To become the Azerothian Versace, you'll need to train under a tailoring trainer. Here's how:

 

Horde Tailoring Trainers:

• Victor Ward: Magic Quarter, Undercity (70,29)
• Vhan: Thunder Bluff (44,44)
• Snang: The Drag, Orgrimmar (63,49)

 

Alliance Tailoring Trainers:

• Uthrar Threx: The Great Forge, Ironforge (43,28)
• Trianna: Tradesmen's Terrace, Darnassus (63,21)
• Lawrence Schneider: Mage Quarter, Stormwind City (43,73)

 

↖ Enchant

The enchanting profession is a party. They turn average swords into extraordinary ones. It's about the disenchant button, they don't need help from gathering skills.

 

How to Start Enchant Away?

To learn how to do this magical skill you must first find an enchanting trainer:

 

Horde Enchanting Trainers:

• Vance Undergloom: Brill in Tirisfal (61,51)
• Jhag: The Drag in Orgrimmar (53,38)
• Malcomb Wynn: Apothecarium in Undercity (62,60)

 

Alliance Enchanting Trainers:

• Thonys Pillarstone: Great Forge in Ironforge (60,44)
• Betty Quin: Mage Quarter in Stormwind City (43,64)
• Lalina Summermoon: Craftsmen's Terrace in Darnassus (58,13)

 

↖ Mining

Mining isn't just about smashing rocks with a pickaxe haphazardly; it takes a little bit of finesse and some elbow grease. As a miner you'll be providing materials for Blacksmiths and Engineers as well as Alchemists and Enchanters.

 

How to Start Mining Away?

• Horde: You can find trainers at Thunder Bluff (Brek Stonehoof), Durotar (Krunn), Orgrimmar (Makaru), Undercity (Brom Killian), Silver Forest (Johan Focht), and Gadgetzan in Tanaris (Pikkle).
• Alliance: Available at Dun Morogh (Dank Drizzlecut and Yarr Hammerstone), Duskwood (Matt Johnson), Ironforge (Geofram Bouldertoe), Stormwind City(Gelman Stonehand) again, Gadgetzan in Tanaris with Pikkle.

 

Don't Forget Your Trusty Mining Pick!

Before setting out make sure to pick one up from a trade supplies vendor.

 

↖ Skinning

If you like being the reason others get to make what they're making, skinning is for you. Leatherworkers rely heavily on this skill.

 

How to Start Skinning Away?

• Horde: You can find trainers in Undercity (Killian Hagey), Feralas (Kulleg Stonehorn), Desolace (Malux), Thunder Bluff (Mooranta), Tirisfall (Rand Rhobart), Orgrimmar (Thuwd), and Mulgore (Yonn Deepcut).
• Alliance: You are able to learn their new skill from trainers in Ironforge (Balthus Stoneflayer), Darnassus (Eladriel), Elwynn Forest(Helene Peltskinner), Stormwind City(Maris Granger) Teldrassil(Radnaal Maneweaver) Redridge Mountains(Wilma Ranthal).

 

Essential Equipment:

Don't forget your Skinning Knife before heading out. You can grab this from any Trade Supplies vendor.

 

↖ Herbalism

There's more to picking flowers than you might think. This profession helps support others specifically Alchemy. Rogues will need herbs such as Fadelead and Swiftthistle.

 

How to Start Herbalism Away?

 

Alliance Herbalism Trainers

• Firodren Mooncaller at Temple Gardens in Darnassus(48, 68)
• Reyna Stonebranch at the Great Forge in Ironforge(55.6, 58)
• Kali Healtouch at Thelsamar in Loch Modan(36.6, 48.4)

 

Horde Herbalism Trainers

• Ruw at Camp Mojache in Feralas(76, 43.4)
• Aranae Venomblood at Tarren Mill in Hillsbrad Foothills(61.6, 19.6)
• Jandi at the Drag in Orgrimmar(55.6, 39.6)

 

↖ Cooking

If you think the only use for food is filling your belly, then you're missing out on all of its other benefits. Eating well-fed foods can provide buffs that make a big difference in combat and help you recover resources faster.

 

How to Start Herbalism Away?

To start your journey in Cooking, simply visit one of the following trainers listed below:

 

Horde Cooking Trainers:

• Zamja in Orgrimmar (57,53)
• Eunice Burch in Undercity (62,44)
• Aska Mistrunner in Thunder Bluff (51,52)

 

Alliance Cooking Trainers:

• Stephen Ryback in Stormwind City (77,53)
• Daryl Riknussun in Ironforge (60,36)
• Alegorn in Darnassus (50,36)

 

↖ First Aid

Even if you aren't planning on taking any damage yourself, learning First Aid could save your life. By making bandages and antivenoms that heal you or your allies over time or by curing poisons respectively, you can turn the tides of battle. 

 

Materials & Crafting:

You'll need cloth drops from humanoid mobs to create bandages. Antivenoms are a bit more exotic and require venom sacs from creatures like scorpions and spiders. Keep an eye out for these materials as you adventure!

 

How to Start First Aid Away?

Any major city will have a trainer who can teach you First Aid. Here’s where to find them:

 

Horde First Aid Trainers:

• Arnok in Orgrimmar (34.84)
• Pand Stonebinder in Thunder Bluff (30,21)
• Mary Edras in Undercity (74.56)
• Rawrk in Durotar (54,42)

 

Alliance First Aid Trainers:

• Shaina Fuller in Stormwind City (43,26)
• Dannelor in Darnassus (51,13)
• Nissa Firestone in Ironforge (55,59)
• Michelle Belle in Elwynn Forest (43,65)

 

↖ Fishing

If you're looking for a relaxing break from the grind that can still turn a tidy profit, then Fishing is for you. The fish you catch will be crucial to your Cooking recipes and can also be used by Alchemists. So grab a pole and find a quiet spot by the water.

 

How to Start Fishing Away?

• Horde: Anglers can get their first fishing lesson from Armand Cromwell in Undercity, Clyde Kellen in Tirisfal Glades, Kah Mistrunner in Thunder Bluff, Lau'Tiki in Durotar, Lumak in Orgrimmar or Uthan Stillwater in Mulgore.
• Alliance: Fishermen will need to seek one of the following trainers: Androl Oakhand in Rut'theran Village on Teldrassil; Arnold Leland at Crystal Lake in Elwynn Forest; Astaia at the Temple Gardens on Darnassus; Grimnur Stonebrand at Steelgrill’s Depot in Dun Morogh; Lee Brown at Crystal Lake (in Elwynn); or Paxton Ganter at Thunderbrew Distillery

 

↖ How Many Professions Can You Learn?

You're able to learn up 5 Professions: 3 Secondaries and 2 Primaries.

Pro tip from us: For maximum effectiveness pair any gathering profession with its associated crafting profession such as Herbalism and Alchemy.

 

↖ Which Professions is "Best"?

Asking which profession is the best is like asking which ice cream flavor tastes the best: It's Subjective.

However, if we're talking about SoD Phase 1, then Engineering is a no-brainer for crafting top-tier items that you can use in that level 25 raid. Armor crafters will be able to make some Bind on Equip (BoE) goodies that anyone can wear.

 

For PvE: 

Alchemy serves all classes well in raids as they are able to brew their own buff potions. But here's what we recommend for each class:

Mage Priest Warlock	Enchanting Tailoring
Rogue Shaman Hunter	Skinning Leatherworking
Druid	Herbalism & Alchemy Skinning & Leatherworking
Paladin Warrior	Mining Blacksmithing

 

For PvP:

If your heart belongs to PvP, Engineering is a must-have. Pair with Mining for vital ores or pick another profession based on your class if you have access to ore from another source.

 

Keep in mind that crafting professions often correlate with your armor type. Plate-users like warriors and paladins might want to go towards Blacksmithing for endgame gear that's BoP. If you don’t have access to endgame recipes yet? The value of those crafted items could plummet unexpectedly fast.

 

Related: Season of Discovery DPS Tier List & Ranking

 

That should be everything! With this guide you’ll be well on your way to becoming the next big name in the professional circles of WoW Classic SoD. Whether you're looking for classic sod gold or just pure fun there's no denying how much depth and excitement these professions bring out of Vanilla WoW Season of Discovery journey. Go forth and create!