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Essence of the Firelord, official Blizzard item icon
Legendary Quest

Essence of the Firelord

ilvl 1Classic data · Forever [Unconfirmed]
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About this item

Essence of the Firelord is listed in our database, with the source still being confirmed.

Tooltip

Essence of the FirelordItem Level 1Quest ItemUniqueQuest

⚠ Stats are Classic Era data from the Blizzard API, pending verification against WoW Forever.

Where it drops

Source
Drop chance
Not published yet. We only post rates from our own loot logs after launch.

Who should use it

Best for: general use.

WarriorPaladinHunterRoguePriestShamanMageWarlockDruid

Our read from the item type and stats, not a game restriction. Any class that can equip it can use it.

Compare & upgrade path

No same-slot alternatives in our database yet.

Nothing higher in this slot in our database yet. This may be best in slot.

"Stat budget" is a rough sum of stats, effects, DPS and armor, a quick guide rather than a sim.

Set bonuses

Not part of an item set.

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Sources: stats and icon from the Blizzard Game Data API (Classic Era, fetched 2026-10-29). Drop sources cross-checked against Classic Era community records. Forever Guides is a fan site, not affiliated with Blizzard Entertainment. Icon © Blizzard Entertainment.