Guide to Project90: Buffing Level 80 Characters for 12.0

Project90 is an exciting initiative that focuses on enhancing your level 80 characters with reputation and experience buffs before the much-anticipated 12.0 update goes live. This guide will walk you through the process of optimizing your characters so they are ready to thrive in the new expansion.

Objectives of Project90

  • Buff Level 80 Characters: Focus on gaining reputation and experience through various in-game events.

  • Maximize Buffs: Log in only during specific events to receive buffs, ensuring your characters are well-prepared for the launch of 12.0.

Key Calendar Events for Buffs

You will need to participate in several major calendar events to gain buffs. Here’s a rundown of these events and how to maximize your gains:

WoW 20th Anniversary

  • Buff: 10% increased reputation and experience for 12 hours.

  • Action: Log in during the anniversary event to receive this buff.

Turbulent Timeways

  • Buff: Mastery of Timeways grants 30% extra experience from killing monsters and completing quests for 3 hours.

  • Action: Complete four Timewalking dungeons to stack the Knowledge of Timeways buff.

Brewfest

  • Buff: Brewfest Enthusiast provides a 10% experience boost.

  • Action: Be present at the Brewfest area at either 6:00 AM or 6:00 PM to listen to a speech to receive this buff.

Hallow’s End

  • Buff: Unburdened buff gives 10% experience and reputation for 2 hours.

  • Action: Visit the wickerman and use a fire torch on it.

Pilgrim’s Bounty

  • Buff: The Spirit of Sharing buff provides a 10% reputation boost.

  • Action: Consume all the different types of food at the event.

WoW's 21st Anniversary

  • Note: Starting on November 16th at 10:00 AM, this event might also grant an additional anniversary buff.

Darkmoon Faire

  • Buff: Gain a 10% reputation and experience boost for 1 hour.

  • Action: Ride the carousel during the event.

Preparing for 12.0

Once you have collected all the buffs from the events listed above, you’ll be ready for the launch of 12.0. Your character should have:

  • 40% increased reputation

  • 70% increased experience

To ensure you get the most out of your character, remember to log in during the designated times for each event and make the most of the buffs available.

6 Jan 2025