Netherwing Reputation Guide TBC Classic (Dailies, Eggs & Rewards)
This Netherwing reputation guide for TBC Classic covers how to unlock the faction, complete every reputation tier, farm Netherwing Eggs, and earn a Netherwing Drake.
To unlock Netherwing reputation in TBC Classic, reach level 70 and complete Mordenai’s questline in Shadowmoon Valley. After reaching Neutral and training Artisan Riding, complete the daily quests on Netherwing Ledge and turn in Netherwing Eggs until you reach Exalted.
For more faction walkthroughs, visit the TBC Classic Reputation Hub.
How to Unlock Netherwing Reputation in TBC Classic
Before you can begin earning reputation with the Netherwing, you must reach level 70 and learn Expert Riding. The introductory quest chain begins with Mordenai in Shadowmoon Valley, near coordinates 60, 59.
- Start with Kindness in the Netherwing Fields
- Complete Seek Out Neltharaku and Neltharaku’s Tale
- Infiltrate Dragonmaw Fortress and travel to Netherwing Ledge
- Free the enslaved Netherwing Drakes during The Force of Neltharaku
- Defeat Zuluhed the Whacked and free Karynaku
- Complete Ally of the Netherwing to reach Neutral reputation
Completing the chain awards more than 40,000 Netherwing reputation and immediately raises you to Neutral. To continue the reputation campaign on Netherwing Ledge, you must also have Artisan Riding and 280% flying speed.
Neutral Netherwing Quests and Dailies
After completing Ally of the Netherwing, you will reach Neutral reputation. Players with Artisan Riding can speak with Mordenai to begin Blood Oath of the Netherwing and travel undercover to Netherwing Ledge.
Complete the following one-time quests to unlock the Neutral reputation hub:
- Blood Oath of the Netherwing
- In Service of the Illidari
- Enter the Taskmaster
- A Job Unfinished…
- Your Friend on the Inside
The following daily quests become available at Neutral:
- Nethercite Ore – Mining profession daily
- Netherdust Pollen – Herbalism profession daily
- Nethermine Flayer Hide – Skinning profession daily
- Netherwing Crystals – Collect 30 crystals from enemies on Netherwing Ledge
- A Slow Death – Collect Fel Glands and poison Dragonmaw Peons
- The Not-So-Friendly Skies… – Collect 10 Netherwing Relics from Dragonmaw Transporters
Only one gathering profession daily can be completed per day. This gives you a total of four daily quests worth approximately 1,000 Netherwing reputation per day.
Netherwing Egg Turn-Ins
Yarzill the Merc offers The Great Netherwing Egg Hunt, which asks you to find your first Netherwing Egg. Completing it unlocks the repeatable quest Accepting All Eggs.
- Each Netherwing Egg awards 250 reputation
- Egg turn-ins are repeatable and are not limited to once per day
- Eggs can be found while mining, gathering herbs, looting enemies, or exploring Netherwing Ledge
- You can carry multiple Netherwing Eggs in your bags before turning them in
Farming Netherwing Eggs is the fastest way to supplement the reputation earned from daily quests and shorten the overall grind to Exalted.
Friendly Netherwing Quests and Dailies
Upon reaching Friendly reputation, speak with Taskmaster Varkule Dragonbreath to begin the next one-time quest chain. Several of these quests must be completed before the new Friendly daily quests become available.
- Rise, Overseer! – Awards 250 reputation and the Overseer’s Badge
- The Netherwing Mines – Introduces the Netherwing Mine quest hub
- Crazed and Confused – Defeat enemies inside the mines
- The Great Murkblood Revolt – Begins from the Murkblood Escape Plans
- Seeker of Truth – Interrogate a Murkblood Overseer
- Overseeing and You: Making the Right Choices – Unlocks the Booterang daily
Three additional daily quests become available at Friendly:
- Picking Up the Pieces… – Collect 15 Nethermine Cargo inside the mines
- Dragons Are the Least of Our Problems – Defeat enemies inside the Netherwing Mines
- The Booterang: A Cure for the Common Worthless Peon – Discipline 20 sleeping Dragonmaw Peons
Friendly reputation increases the total to seven daily quests, awarding approximately 2,050 Netherwing reputation per day when you have an eligible gathering profession.
Honored Netherwing Quests, Dailies, and Dragonmaw Races
At Honored reputation, Taskmaster Varkule Dragonbreath offers another one-time quest chain. This tier unlocks an additional daily quest and the iconic Dragonmaw Races.
- Stand Tall, Captain! – Awards the Captain’s Badge
- The Soul Cannon of Reth’hedron – Gather materials required to construct the Soul Cannon
- Subdue the Subduer – Use the Soul Cannon against Reth’hedron the Subduer in Nagrand
- Earning Your Wings… – Begins the six Dragonmaw racing quests
The new daily quest available at Honored is:
- Disrupting the Twilight Portal – Defeat 20 Deathshadow Agents on Twilight Ridge in western Nagrand (500 reputation)
Honored reputation increases the total to eight daily quests, awarding approximately 2,550 Netherwing reputation per day. The six Dragonmaw Races also provide a large amount of one-time reputation.
Revered Netherwing Quests and Dailies
At Revered reputation, Taskmaster Varkule Dragonbreath offers a new quest chain based on your chosen Shattrath City faction. You will be sent to either the Aldor or the Scryers to unlock a group daily quest.
- Hail, Commander! – Awards 500 reputation and the Commander’s Badge
- Kill Them All! – Travel to the Altar of Sha’tar or Sanctum of the Stars
Completing the quest chain unlocks the following daily:
- The Deadliest Trap Ever Laid – Assist your commander and repel the attacking Dragonmaw forces
Revered reputation increases the total to nine daily quests, awarding approximately 3,050 Netherwing reputation per day when you have an eligible gathering profession.
Exalted Netherwing Quests and Rewards
Upon reaching Exalted reputation, Bow to the Highlord becomes available. This begins the final Netherwing quest sequence and leads to a meeting with Illidan Stormrage.
- Bow to the Highlord – Return to Overlord Mor’ghor at the Dragonmaw Base Camp
- Lord Illidan Stormrage – Meet Illidan and complete the Netherwing campaign
- Travel to Shattrath City and select your first Netherwing Drake
You may choose a Cobalt, Purple, Onyx, Azure, Violet, or Veridian Netherwing Drake. The remaining drakes can be purchased from Drake Dealer Hurlunk at the Dragonmaw Base Camp in Shadowmoon Valley.
Best Way to Farm Ogri’la Reputation
To maximize your Ogri’la reputation gains:
- Complete all one-time quests first
- Prioritize daily quests every day
- Farm Apexis Shards while doing dailies
- Group up for monument and dragon quests
Since there are no dungeon or mob reputation sources, consistency with daily quests is key.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you unlock Netherwing reputation in TBC Classic?
To unlock Netherwing reputation, you must reach level 70 and learn Expert Riding. Speak with Mordenai in Shadowmoon Valley near coordinates 60, 59, then complete the introductory quest chain ending with Ally of the Netherwing. This quest awards more than 40,000 reputation and raises you to Neutral.
Do you need Epic Flying for Netherwing reputation?
You can complete the introductory Netherwing quest chain with Expert Riding, but Artisan Riding and 280% flying speed are required to continue beyond Neutral and unlock the quests on Netherwing Ledge.
What is the fastest way to gain Netherwing reputation?
The fastest way to gain Netherwing reputation is to complete every one-time quest at each reputation tier, finish all available daily quests, and collect as many Netherwing Eggs as possible. Each egg can be turned in for an additional 250 reputation.
Where do you find Netherwing Eggs?
Netherwing Eggs can be found throughout Netherwing Ledge and the Dragonmaw Fortress area. They can appear as objects in the environment or be obtained while mining, gathering herbs, and defeating enemies. Completing The Great Netherwing Egg Hunt unlocks the repeatable egg turn-in.
How much reputation does a Netherwing Egg give?
Each Netherwing Egg awards 250 Netherwing reputation. The repeatable quest Accepting All Eggs is not limited to once per day, so you can turn in as many eggs as you find.
How many Netherwing daily quests are available?
You can complete up to four daily quests at Neutral, seven at Friendly, eight at Honored, and nine at Revered. This provides up to approximately 3,050 Netherwing reputation per day at Revered when you have an eligible gathering profession.
Can you complete every Netherwing gathering daily?
No. The Netherwing gathering dailies are based on Mining, Herbalism, and Skinning, but you can complete only one gathering profession daily per day. You can still collect and save eligible quest items for a future turn-in.
What rewards do you get at Exalted with Netherwing?
Reaching Exalted unlocks the final quest chain beginning with Bow to the Highlord. After completing Lord Illidan Stormrage, you can choose one of six Netherwing Drake mounts. The remaining drakes can be purchased from Drake Dealer Hurlunk in Shadowmoon Valley.
Looking to optimize your gains further? Check out my TBC Classic Reputation and Attunement Hub for more faction guides.