On November 26th, Echo successfully defeated the final boss of the Amirdrassil, Dream’s Hope raid, resulting in the drop of the legendary axe, Fyr’alath the Dreamrender. However, players still need to craft the weapon, which comes with a price tag of $73.
A WoW player and Reddit user named LateyEight calculated the cost of crafting Fyr’alath the Dreamrender immediately after the boss, Fyrakk, was defeated. By purchasing all the necessary materials from the auction house using WoW tokens, it would amount to $73. These materials include Zaralek Glowspores, Obsidian Cobraskin, Dreaming Essence, Shadowflame Essence, and Resonant Crystal. It’s important to note that the prices were initially inflated by farmers taking advantage of the situation, but have since decreased to around $35.
This leads to the question of whether it is acceptable for Blizzard to lock a legendary weapon behind a paywall instead of a quest chain that adds depth to the player’s class. This approach seems to be pay-to-win, especially considering the overpowered nature of the item. While players can use in-game gold to purchase the required items, many will opt for the easier option of spending real money.
| Date | Event | Cost to Craft Fyr’alath the Dreamrender |
|---|---|---|
| November 26th | Echo defeats Fyrakk | $73 |
| Current | Prices have decreased | Around $35 |
Source: DOTESPORTS
