The Darkmoon Faire Returns in the War Within: A Guide to Profession Quests and Renown Buffs

Get ready, adventurers! The Darkmoon Faire is making its grand return in the War Within, running from October 6th to 12th. This vibrant event is your chance to elevate your Renown factions to Level 24, unlocking the coveted Enchanted Runed Harbinger Crest and enjoying a 10% reputation boost. But that’s not all—there are also profession quests available for those seeking to enhance their skills and knowledge.

What’s New for Professions?

While the profession quests at this year’s Faire no longer reward the Artisan's Acuity, they still provide valuable skill points and knowledge applicable to both Dragonflight and War Within professions. So, whether you're crafting potions, stitching armor, or whipping up culinary delights, there’s something for everyone.

Essential Items for Profession Quests

To make the most of your profession quests, be prepared with the items listed below. Note that some materials cannot be found or purchased on Darkmoon Faire Island, so gather them in advance:

• Alchemy:

  • 5x Moonberry Juice

  • 5x Fizzy Faire Drink

• Inscription:

  • 5x Light Parchment

• Leatherworking:

  • 10x Shiny Bauble

  • 5x Coarse Thread

  • 5x Blue Dye

• Tailoring:

  • 1x Coarse Thread

  • 1x Red Dye

  • 1x Blue Dye

• Cooking:

  • 5x Simple Flour

Reputation Buff & Heroic Crests

If you’re looking to boost your Renown, the Darkmoon Faire offers a delightful 10% reputation and experience buff. Each character in your warband can snag an Enchanted Runed Harbinger Crest at Renown Level 24 for every faction, totaling up to 4 crests per character. Target Hallowfall Arathi and Severed Threads for some of the easiest Renown grinding available.

To activate the buff, grab yourself a Darkmoon Top Hat and take a ride on the exhilarating Darkmoon roller coaster or carousel. It’s a fun way to enhance your questing experience!

Max-Level Campaign and Khaz Algar Side Quests

If you haven’t yet completed the max-level campaign or the remaining Khaz Algar side quests, now is the perfect time. Utilizing the Darkmoon Faire buff can provide an extra edge in earning Renown. For a comprehensive list of rewards, be sure to check out our detailed Khaz Algar Renown guides.