Launches June 25, 2026
What's New
Black Temple
9-boss raid culminating in the iconic Illidan Stormrage encounter
Battle for Mount Hyjal
5-boss raid defending the World Tree alongside legendary heroes
Netherwing Faction
Daily quests to earn Netherwing Drake mounts
Heroic Dungeon Attunement Reduction
Honored reputation (down from Revered)
Arena Season 3
Vengeful Gladiator gear and new rankings
Raid Attunement Removal
SSC and TK no longer require attunement
About Phase 3
Phase 3 represents the pinnacle of The Burning Crusade with Black Temple, one of WoW's most beloved raids. The confrontation with Illidan Stormrage delivers on years of Warcraft lore, featuring his iconic "You are not prepared!" battle cry.
Mount Hyjal brings players back to the climactic battle from Warcraft III, fighting alongside Thrall, Jaina, and Tyrande against waves of undead leading to Archimonde himself.
Attunement requirements are relaxed significantly, allowing newer players and alts to catch up on earlier content without completing lengthy questlines.