World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King Classic
- Platform(s):
- PC
- Developer(s):
- Blizzard
- Publisher(s):
- Activision
- Genre(s):
- MMORPG
- Multiplayer:
- Online Multiplayer
- ESRB:
- Teen
- Released:
- 2022-09-26
- Franchise:
- Warcraft
Alchemy is a primary crafting profession in World of Warcraft. Alchemists craft powerful Healing Potions, Mana Potions, and Flasks often required in end-game content. The latest re-released expansion Wrath of the Lich King (Wotlk) increases the level cap of professions from 375 to 450. Players getting ready to level Alchemy know that it can be a great way to make gold with a constant demand of potions, flasks, and transmutations.
There's always something unique about each profession and Alchemy is no exception. Alchemist Stones are trinkets that only Alchemy players can use, allowing increased potion effectiveness.
Alchemy is often paired with Herbalism as a second profession. Herbalism is a gathering profession that provides many of the required materials for Alchemy recipes.
This guide is intended to help level Alchemy from level 1 all the way to 450 in the most efficient way possible.
Alchemy Trainers
Level | Horde Trainers | Alliance Trainers | Neutral Trainers |
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1 - 300 | Yelmak, Orgrimmar [57,33] | Lilyssia Nightbreeze, Stormwind [46,80] | Jaxin Chong, Stranglethorn Vale [28,78] |
Doctor Herbert Halsey, Undercity [48,73] | Tally Berryfizz, Ironforge [67,54] | ||
Bena Winterhoof, Thunder Bluff [47,34] | Lucc, The Exodar [29,61] | ||
Camberon, Silvermoon City [67,18] | Ainethil, Darnassus [55,24] | ||
300 - 350 | Apothecary Antonivich, Hellfire Peninsula [52,36] | Alchemist Gribble, Hellfire Peninsula [54,66] | Lorokeem, Shattrath City [46,20] |
350 - 450 | Wilhelmina Renel, Howling Fjord [77,29] | Lanolis Dewdrop, Howling Fjord [58,62] | Linzy Blackbolt, Dalaran [42,32] |
Arthur Henslowe, Borean Tundra [42,54] | Falorn Nightwhisper, Borean Tundra [58,72] | ||
Apothecary Wormwick, Dragonblight [77,62] | |||
Apothecary Bressa, Dragonblight [36,48] |
Alchemy Specializations
There are 3 specializations that players can select upon reaching level 325 in Alchemy. They are Potions Master,Elixir Master, and Transmutation Master. Players must complete a quest to choose their specialization.
- Master of Potions Quest:
- NPC: Lauranna Thar'well, Zangarmarsh [80,64]
- Objective: Super Healing Potion (5), Super Mana Potion (5), Major Dreamless Sleep Potion (5), and Botanist's Field Guide (Dropped from High Botanist Freywinn, Second Boss in The Botanica, Tempest Keep)
- Master of Elixirs Quest:
- NPC: Lorokeem, Shattrath City [46,20]
- Objective: Elixir of Major Defense (5), Elixir of Mastery (5), Elixir of Major Agility (5), and Essence of Infinity (10) (Dropped from enemies in The Black Morass)
- Master of Transmutation Quest:
- NPC: Tinkerwiz, The Barrens [63,36]
- Objective: Primal Might (4)
Players can only have one specialization at a time, they can however change their specialization for a small fee of 150g. Players must visit the quest giver for their current specialization to unlearn it, then speak with any of the other trainers without having to complete the associated quest.
1 - 300: Required Materials For Classic
It's highly recommended to have Herbalism as a second primary profession or alternatively, have another character with it. If you have the gold to spare you can purchase all of those items from other players.
Here is a list of all the items you will need in order to level from 1 to 300. We've also included a brief description of where to get each item. Keep in mind that depending on your luck with skill-ups you may have a surplus or deficit for some materials listed in the table below.
Icon | Item | Source |
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~59 Peacebloom | Herbalism: Teldrassil, Tirisfal Glades, Durotar, Dun Morogh | |
~59 Silverleaf | Herbalism: Tirisfal Glades, Elwynn Forest, Teldrassil, Mulgore | |
~99 Briarthorn | Herbalism 70: Duskwood Silverpine Forest, Redridge Mountains, Westfall, | |
~30 Bruiseweed | Herbalism 85: Stonetalon Mountains, Ashenvale, Duskwood, Hillsbrad Foothills, | |
~21 Mageroyal | Herbalism 50: Silverpine Forest, Loch Modan, Westfall, Darkshore | |
~36 Stranglekelp | Herbalism 85: Stranglethorn Vale, Wetlands, Ashenvale, Desolace | |
~31 Liferoot | Herbalism 150: Dustwallow Marsh, Stranglethorn Vale, Swamp of Sorrows, Wetlands | |
~31 Kingsblood | Herbalism 125: Stranglethorn Vale, Wetlands, Ashenvale, Hillsbrad Foothills | |
~46 Goldthorn | Herbalism 170: Stranglethorn Vale, Feralas, Arathi Highlands, Dustwallow Marsh | |
10 Wild Steelbloom | Herbalism 115: Stranglethorn Vale, Stonetalon Mountains, Arathi Highlands, Wetlands | |
~83 Sungrass | Herbalism 230: Feralas, Azshara, The Hinterlands, Un'Goro Crater | |
15 Khadgar's Whisker | Herbalism 185: Stranglethorn Vale, Feralas, Arathi Highlands, Dustwallow Marsh | |
~20 Arthas' Tears | Herbalism 220: Eastern Plaguelands, Western Plaguelands | |
~52 Blindweed | Herbalism 235: Swamp of Sorrows, Un'Goro Crater, Alterac Valley | |
~32 Golden Sansam | Herbalism 260: Azshara, Hellfire Peninsula, Zangarmarsh, Un'Goro Crater | |
~16 Mountain Silversage | Herbalism 280: Winterspring, Hellfire Peninsula, Eastern Plaguelands, Azshara | |
~80 Empty Vial | Various Vendors across multiple zones and cities:
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~91 Leaded Vial | ||
~93 Crystal Vial |
1 - 75: Apprentice Alchemy
1 ~ 60
Minor Healing Potion (~59) | 1 - 55 - 77 - 95 | |
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These are required for use in the next recipe.
At level 50 learn Journeyman Alchemy.
~60 ~ 105
Lesser Healing Potion (~59) | 55 - 85 - 105 - 125 | |
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75 - 150: Journeyman Alchemy
~105 - 110
Elixir of Wisdom (5) | 90 - 120 - 140 - 160 | |
Materials: |
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110 - 140
Healing Potion (~30) | 110 - 135 - 155 - 175 | |
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At level 125 learn Expert Alchemy.
125 - 200: Expert Alchemy
140 - 155
Lesser Mana Potion (~16) | 120 - 145 - 165 - 185 | |
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155 - 185
Greater Healing Potion (~31) | 155 - 175 - 195 - 215 | |
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185 - 205
Elixir of Agility (20) | 185 - 205 - 225 - 245 | |
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At level 200 learn Artisan Alchemy.
200 - 300: Artisan Alchemy
205 - 215
Elixir of Greater Defense (10) | 195 - 215 - 235 - 255 | |
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215 - 230
Superior Healing Potion (15) | 215 - 230 - 250 - 270 | |
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230 - 250
Elixir of Detect Undead (~20) | 230 - 245 - 265 - 285 | |
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250 - 265
Elixir of Greater Agility (~16) | 240 - 255 - 275 - 295 | |
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265 - 285
Superior Mana Potion (~26) | 260 - 275 - 295 - 315 | |
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At level 275 learn Master Alchemy.
285 - 300
Major Healing Potion (~16) | 275 - 295 - 310 - 330 | |
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300 - 350: Required Materials For The Burning Crusade
There's still a couple of herbs in Azeroth you'll need for the first 25 levels. You won't need too many ingredients in this stretch of Outland so make sure to take note of these particular herbs as they will be the best way to level from 300 to 350. All these recipes are orange so you won't need to worry about having too little of an ingredient. Decide which of the optional potions to craft ahead of time.
Icon | Item | Source |
|---|---|---|
15-25 Golden Sansam | Herbalism 260: Azshara, Hellfire Peninsula, Zangarmarsh, Un'Goro Crater | |
0-10 Dreamfoil | Herbalism 270: Azshara, Hellfire Peninsula, Eastern Plaguelands, Un'Goro Crater, Zangarmarsh | |
0-10 Mountain Silversage | Herbalism 280: Winterspring, Hellfire Peninsula, Eastern Plaguelands, Azshara | |
25-35 Felweed | Herbalism 300: All zones in Outland | |
35 Dreaming Glory | Herbalism 315: All zones in Outland | |
20 Ragveil | Herbalism 325: Zangarmarsh | |
10 Netherbloom | Herbalism 350: Netherstorm | |
10 Crystal Vial | Various Vendors across multiple zones and cities:
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40 Imbued Vial | ||
Recipe: Super Mana Potion |
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300 - 375: Master Alchemy
300 - 310
Craft 10 of any combination of the following:
Onslaught Elixir (10) | 300 - 315 - 322 - 330 | |
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Volatile Healing Potion (10) | 300 - 315 - 322 - 330 | |
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Adept's Elixir (10) | 300 - 315 - 322 - 330 | |
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310 - 325
Elixir of Healing Power (15) | 310 - 325 - 332 - 340 | |
Materials: |
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325 - 335
Mad Alchemist's Potion (10) | 325 - 335 - 342 - 350 | |
Materials: |
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335 - 340
Super Healing Potion (5) | 325 - 340 - 347 - 355 | |
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340 - 350
Super Mana Potion (10) | 340 - 355 - 362 - 370 | |
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At level 350 learn Grandmaster Alchemy.
350 - 450: Required Materials For WotLK
There's a whole lot of new herbs to be collected in the new zones of Northrend, which unfortunately you won't be able to prepare for to level up from 350 to 450. We've also included a brief description of where to get each item. Keep in mind that depending on your luck with skill-ups you may have a surplus or deficit for some materials listed in the table below. This list only includes the materials needed up until Alchemy level 425. After 425, there are a number of different ways to reach 450 as detailed below.
Icon | Item (optional items) | Source |
|---|---|---|
~74 Goldclover | Herbalism 350: Howling Fjord, Borean Tundra, Sholazar Basin and from Frozen Herbs. | |
24 Talandra's Rose | Herbalism 350: Zul'Drak and from Frozen Herbs. | |
~34 Tiger Lily | Herbalism 375: Sholazar Basin, Grizzly Hills, Howling Fjord, Borean Tundra and from Frozen Herbs. | |
5 Pygmy Suckerfish | Fishing: Grizzly Hills, Borean Tundra, Dragonblight, and Howling Fjord. | |
29 Adder's Tongue | Herbalism 400: Sholazar Basin | |
20 Icethorn | Herbalism 435: Icecrown, The Storm Peaks | |
~40 Lichbloom | Herbalism 425: Icecrown, The Storm Peaks |
350 - 450: Grandmaster Alchemy
350 - 360
Resurgent Healing Potion (10) | 350 - 360 - 370 - 380 | |
Materials: |
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360 - 365
Icy Mana Potion (5) | 350 - 366 - 375 - 385 | |
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365 - 375
Spellpower Elixir (10) | 365 - 375 - 382 - 390 | |
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375 - 380
Pygmy Oil (5) | 375 - 380 - 385 - 390 | |
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380 - 385
Potion of Nightmares (5) | 390 - 395 - 400 - 405 | |
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385 - 395
Elixir of Mighty Strength (~12) | 390 - 400 - 407 - 415 | |
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395 - 400
Elixir of Mighty Agility (5) | 395 - 400 - 407 - 415 | |
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400 - 401
Northrend Alchemy Research (1) | 405 - 415 - 420 - 425 | |
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This has a 3 day cooldown to research new recipes. If you manage to learn Potion of Speed craft that until 415 as it requires fewer materials than the ones listed below.
401 - 405
Elixir of Mighty Agility (4) | 415 - 420 - 425 - 430 | |
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405 - 415
Indestructible Potion (10) | 395 - 415 - 422 - 4305 - 430 | |
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415 - 425
Runic Mana Potion (~20) | 410 - 415 - 422 - 430 | |
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From 425 to 450, there are a number of options available depending on Auction House prices or the availability of resources. For instance, Transmutations require Mining whereas the Flasks require Herbalism. So this stage largely depends on gold or having a gathering profession.
- From 425 to 440 you can Transmute: Titanium
- From 425 to 440 you can Transmute: Earthsiege Diamond
- From 430 to 450 you can Transmute: Skyflare Diamond.
- From 435 to 450 you can make any of the 4 flasks:
- Flask of Endless Rage, Flask of Pure Mojo, Flask of Stoneblood, Flask of the Frost Wyrm
Related: The Hardest Achievements To Get In Wrath Of The Lich King
Here's an example of one way players can finish getting Alchemy to 450:
425 - 430
Transmute: Titanium (~7) | 395 - 420 - 430 - 440 | |
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430 - 435
Transmute: Earthsiege Diamond (5) | 425 - 435 - 440 - 445 | |
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435 - 440
Transmute: Skyflare Diamond (5) | 430 - 440 - 445 - 450 | |
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440 - 450
Flask of Endless Rage (10) | 435 - 450 - 457 - 465 | |
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Conclusion
That's all for leveling Alchemy for now, be sure to check out our other leveling guides too. Herbalism or Mining work well with max level Alchemy for crafting useful items that other players will surely want to purchase from you..