TBC Classic Phase 3 Guides: Hyjal, Black Temple & Netherwing
Burning Crusade Classic Anniversary Phase 3 arrives August 27, 2026, opening two Tier 6 raids and introducing the Netherwing reputation hub in Shadowmoon Valley. Whether you plan to raid on launch night or begin working toward a Netherdrake, these guides will help you prepare.
When does TBC Classic Anniversary Phase 3 launch? Mount Hyjal, Black Temple, and the Netherwing daily quest hub launch globally on August 27 at 3:00 p.m. PDT / 6:00 p.m. EDT. Arena Season 3 begins separately on September 1 with the regional weekly reset.
Phase 3 is one of the biggest progression updates in The Burning Crusade Classic. In addition to Hyjal Summit, Black Temple, and Netherwing, the update introduces epic gems and prepares players for Arena Season 3. Blizzard’s complete launch overview is available in the official Phase 3 announcement .
Below, you can find our video walkthroughs and full written guides for the three largest pieces of Phase 3 content. The summaries here focus on what you should prepare before launch, while the linked guides contain the complete quest steps, boss strategies, mechanics, and reputation details.
Watch: What to Expect in TBC Classic Phase 3
This Phase 3 overview covers the biggest additions and the best ways to prepare before launch, including raid attunements, Tier 6 token locations, Scale of the Sands and Ashtongue Deathsworn reputation, Marks of the Illidari, Netherwing daily quests, epic gems, Arena Season 3 gear, and expected catch-up changes.
For encounter-by-encounter strategies and complete quest instructions, continue to the dedicated Hyjal Summit, Black Temple, and Netherwing sections below.
Prepare for Hyjal Summit
The Battle for Mount Hyjal is a 25-player Tier 6 raid located in the Caverns of Time. Its five bosses are Rage Winterchill, Anetheron, Kaz’rogal, Azgalor, and Archimonde. The raid uses a wave-based format, with groups defending the Alliance and Horde bases before confronting Archimonde at Nordrassil.
To become attuned, complete The Vials of Eternity by defeating Lady Vashj in Serpentshrine Cavern and Kael’thas Sunstrider in Tempest Keep. If you have not completed those encounters yet, now is the time to finish them.
The complete raid guide covers all five encounters, positioning, core mechanics, and useful class-specific tips.
View the complete Mount Hyjal raid guidePrepare for Black Temple
Black Temple is the larger of Phase 3’s two Tier 6 raids, featuring nine encounters and ending with Illidan Stormrage. Your raid will also face High Warlord Naj’entus, Supremus, Shade of Akama, Teron Gorefiend, Reliquary of Souls, Gurtogg Bloodboil, Mother Shahraz, and the Illidari Council.
The Black Temple attunement is substantially longer than the Hyjal requirement. It begins in Shadowmoon Valley with the Aldor or Scryers and eventually sends players through Serpentshrine Cavern, Tempest Keep, and Hyjal Summit. Completing the full chain awards the Medallion of Karabor, which grants access to Black Temple.
The complete written guide covers all nine Black Temple encounters, including every phase of Reliquary of Souls and Illidan Stormrage.
View the complete Black Temple raid guideUnlock Netherwing Reputation and Daily Quests
Phase 3 also introduces the Netherwing faction and daily quest hub in southeastern Shadowmoon Valley. Players begin as Hated with the Netherwing, complete the introductory quest chain, and then use daily quests and repeatable Netherwing Egg turn-ins to progress toward Exalted.
At Exalted, eligible players can obtain one of six epic Netherwing Drake mounts. You will need Artisan Riding to access the main Netherwing content, so make sure your character has the required riding skill before heading to Netherwing Ledge.
The full written guide includes the unlock chain, daily quests, reputation sources, Netherwing Egg locations, rewards, and tips for reaching Exalted efficiently.
View the complete Netherwing reputation guideTBC Classic Phase 3 Preparation Checklist
- Complete The Vials of Eternity for Hyjal Summit attunement.
- Finish the full Black Temple quest chain and obtain the Medallion of Karabor.
- Confirm your raid’s resistance gear and role assignments for Black Temple.
- Train Artisan Riding if you plan to unlock Netherwing daily quests.
- Decide which character will begin the Netherwing reputation grind first.
- Review the Mount Hyjal and Black Temple boss guides before raid night.
TBC Classic Anniversary Phase 3 FAQ
When does TBC Classic Anniversary Phase 3 launch?
Mount Hyjal, Black Temple, and Netherwing launch globally on August 27, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. PDT or 6:00 p.m. EDT.
What content is included in Phase 3?
The update includes the Mount Hyjal and Black Temple raids, the Netherwing faction and daily quest hub, epic gems, and preparations for Arena Season 3.
Do Mount Hyjal and Black Temple require attunement?
Yes. Mount Hyjal requires The Vials of Eternity. Black Temple has a longer quest chain that requires progress through earlier Tier 5 raids and Mount Hyjal.
What is the reward for reaching Exalted with Netherwing?
Players who complete the required Netherwing quest progression and reach Exalted can obtain an epic Netherwing Drake mount in one of six colors.