Cataclysm Classic Pre-Patch: All About The New Currency Landscape

With the impending release of the Cataclysm Classic pre-patch, significant changes are scheduled for the game’s currency systems. These alterations are designed to streamline in-game transactions and align the currency mechanics with those established during the original Cataclysm release. This document serves to inform players of these upcoming changes, ensuring they can prepare adequately for the transition.

Justice Points Conversion

Conversion Details

  • Emblems of Triumph and Emblems of Frost: These will convert into Justice Points at a rate of 11.58 Justice Points per emblem.
  • Lesser Emblems and Badges: Emblems and badges lesser in value than Frost and Triumph (e.g., Badges of Justice, Emblems of Heroism, Valor, and Conquest) will convert directly into gold.
CurrencyConversion Rate
Badge of Justice1 gold 83 silver 30 copper
Emblem of Heroism/Valor/Conquest5 gold 50 silver
Emblem of Triumph/Frost11.58 Justice Points

Note: The cap for Justice Points will be set at 4,000 points. Excess emblems of Triumph or Frost beyond this cap will convert into gold at a rate of 47 silver per emblem.

Arena Points Transition

Cataclysm Classic Pre-Patch: All About The New Currency Landscape

Details of Transition

  • End of Season 8: The final season of the Wrath expansion has concluded, and Arena Points have been converted to Honor Points at a rate of 1 Arena Point to 10 Honor Points.

Policy on Purchases

  • Prior to the Cataclysm pre-patch, players can still purchase Wrath gear using Honor Points. Unspent Wrath Honor Points will convert during the Cataclysm pre-patch maintenance.

PvP Currency Conversions

Overview of Conversion

Cataclysm Classic Pre-Patch: All About The New Currency Landscape

With patch 4.4.0 slated for May 1, a comprehensive conversion of PvP currencies will occur, transitioning existing points and marks into the new Honor Points system.

Old CurrencyConversion to New Honor Points
Old HonorMultiplied by 0.024
Battleground Mark of Honor2.976 Honor Points
Wintergrasp Mark of Honor19.08 Honor Points
Stone Keeper Shard1.6 Honor Points
Venture Coin3 Honor Points
Spirit Shard1 Honor Point

Note: The new Honor Points system will also feature a cap of 4,000 points. Excess points will convert to gold at a rate of 35 copper per point, differing from the original Cataclysm conversion of 35 silver per point.

Conclusion

Cataclysm Classic Pre-Patch: All About The New Currency Landscape

The Cataclysm Classic pre-patch represents a significant shift in the game’s currency systems, mirroring the changes from the original Cataclysm launch. These conversions are designed to simplify the currency system while honoring the value players have accumulated in their gaming experience. As players adjust to these changes, they can expect a more streamlined and efficient gaming environment.