{"id":14776,"date":"2024-09-03T12:14:54","date_gmt":"2024-09-03T12:14:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/?p=14776"},"modified":"2026-08-04T09:19:10","modified_gmt":"2026-08-04T09:19:10","slug":"shiny-new-toys-in-wow-sod-5-blackwing-lair-warlocks-get-ready-to-flex","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/shiny-new-toys-in-wow-sod-5-blackwing-lair-warlocks-get-ready-to-flex\/","title":{"rendered":"Shiny New Toys in WoW SoD 5 Blackwing Lair: Warlocks, Get Ready to Flex!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Gather around because the latest scoop from the Season of Discovery Phase 5 PTR is here, and it&#8217;s juicy! We\u2019ve dug up some sweet new affixes coming to Blackwing Lair\u2019s Tier 2 set items \u2014 specifically the Draconic and Core Forged versions. Players planning to farm these new sets can prepare with our <a href=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/wow-classic\/boost\/sod-blackwing-lair\/\">SoD Blackwing Lair Boost<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Goods: Nemesis Robes<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>First up, the Nemesis Robes. No big surprises here on the base stats front \u2014 it\u2019s your standard Warlock wear with some nice bonuses to keep you zapping and cursing your way through raids. But here\u2019s where things get spicy: the Set Bonuses!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Draconic Nemesis Robes \u2014 If you love turning your enemies into pincushions with periodic damage, this one\u2019s for you. Not only do your dots and Felguard get a damage boost, but there\u2019s also a chance for your Shadowflame, Unstable Affliction, and Curse of Agony spells to trigger a Shadow Trance effect. Yep, you heard that right \u2014 free Shadowbolts, anyone? And the more dots on your target, the more your Shadowbolt hits like a truck. Sound like fun? You bet!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Core Forged Nemesis Robes \u2014 This one\u2019s a blast from the past, literally. The Set Bonus takes a page out of the Molten Core playbook with some old-school flavor. Lifetap gives you a nice mana boost without the threat (literally zero threat), and your spells get a bit more crit-happy. Plus, there\u2019s a cheeky little Fire Trance effect, giving you instant Incinerates or Immolates when your Immolate ticks just right.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>So, the million-gold question: would you stick with the Tier 2 Set Bonuses or bring back the glory days with your Tier 1 effects on this bad boy? Let\u2019s see what the numbers say&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Item<\/td><td>Draconic Nemesis<\/td><td>Core Forged Nemesis<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Set Bonuses<\/td><td>2-piece: Increased DoT &amp; Felguard damage<\/td><td>2-piece: Lifetap generates 50% more mana, 0% threat<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td>4-piece: Chance to grant Shadow Trance<\/td><td>4-piece: +2% crit chance<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td>6-piece: Shadowbolt damage scales with afflictions<\/td><td>6-piece: Increased chance to trigger Nightfall, Fire Trance<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Special Flavor<\/td><td>More damage for your Felguard and periodic spells<\/td><td>A throwback to Tier 1 with some firey twists<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Proc Chance<\/td><td>4% on Shadowflame, UA, and CoA<\/td><td>4% on Nightfall, 4% on Immolate<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sell Price<\/td><td>5 Gold, 71 Silver, 22 Copper<\/td><td>5 Gold, 71 Silver, 22 Copper<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Final Thoughts: Which Warlock Are You?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Core-Forged-Nemesis-vs-Draconic-Nemesis-which-is-better.webp\" alt=\"Blackwing Lair Warlock gear guide Phase 5 Season of Discovery\" class=\"wp-image-14780\" title=\"Epiccarry\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Core-Forged-Nemesis-vs-Draconic-Nemesis-which-is-better.webp 1024w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Core-Forged-Nemesis-vs-Draconic-Nemesis-which-is-better-440x440.webp 440w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Core-Forged-Nemesis-vs-Draconic-Nemesis-which-is-better-180x180.webp 180w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Core-Forged-Nemesis-vs-Draconic-Nemesis-which-is-better-768x768.webp 768w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Core-Forged-Nemesis-vs-Draconic-Nemesis-which-is-better-500x500.webp 500w, https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/Core-Forged-Nemesis-vs-Draconic-Nemesis-which-is-better-120x120.webp 120w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>So, are you the Warlock who lives for making your Felguard a demon of destruction and watching your dots melt faces? Or are you more of a classic spell-slinger who loves a good crit and the nostalgia of Molten Core? Either way, Blackwing Lair\u2019s got something for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t be shy \u2014 drop a comment below and let us know which Set Bonus you\u2019re rolling with! Your choice might just be the key to reigning supreme in Phase 5. If you&#8217;re planning your endgame progression, don&#8217;t forget to explore all available <a href=\"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/wow-classic\/sod-raids\/\">Season of Discovery raids<\/a> for additional gear upgrades. Happy hunting, Warlocks!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Gather around because the latest scoop from the Season of Discovery Phase 5 PTR is here, and it&#8217;s juicy! We\u2019ve dug up some sweet new affixes coming to Blackwing Lair\u2019s Tier 2 set items \u2014 specifically the Draconic and Core Forged versions. Players planning to farm these new sets can prepare with our SoD Blackwing [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":14779,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[81],"tags":[],"post_kind":[],"ppma_author":[84],"class_list":["post-14776","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-epiccarry-game-news","author-friolt"],"acf":{"faq_header":"","faq_items":[{"question":"<h3>What are the new affixes coming to Blackwing Lair\u2019s Tier 2 Warlock sets?<\/h3>","answer":"The new affixes are for the Nemesis Robes, available in two versions: Draconic and Core Forged. Both come with unique Set Bonuses that cater to different playstyles."},{"question":"<h3>What\u2019s the difference between Draconic and Core Forged Nemesis Robes?<\/h3>","answer":"While the base stats are identical, the Set Bonuses differ:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Draconic Nemesis Robes focus on boosting your periodic damage spells and Felguard pet, with chances to trigger Shadow Trance for free Shadowbolts.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Core Forged Nemesis Robes bring back effects similar to the Tier 1 Warlock set from Molten Core, offering enhanced Lifetap, crit chances, and a chance to trigger Fire Trance for instant Incinerates or Immolates.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>"},{"question":"<h3>What\u2019s the Set Bonus for Draconic Nemesis Robes?<\/h3>","answer":"The Set Bonuses for Draconic Nemesis Robes are:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>2-piece<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Increases the damage of your periodic spells and Felguard pet by 10 + (5 * ComboPoints)%.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>4-piece<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Periodic damage from Shadowflame, Unstable Affliction, and Curse of Agony, and damage from your Felguard, has a 4% chance to grant the Shadow Trance effect.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>6-piece<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Shadowbolt deals 10 + (5 * ComboPoints)% increased damage for each of your effects afflicting the target, up to a maximum of 30 + (5 * ComboPoints)%.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>"},{"question":"<h3>What\u2019s the Set Bonus for Core Forged Nemesis Robes?<\/h3>","answer":"The Set Bonuses for Core Forged Nemesis Robes are:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>2-piece<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Lifetap generates 50% more mana and 100% less threat.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>4-piece<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Increases your critical strike chance with spells and attacks by 2%.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>6-piece<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Your Nightfall talent has a 4% increased chance to trigger. Your Immolate periodic damage has a 4% chance to grant Fire Trance, reducing the cast time of your next Incinerate or Immolate by 100%.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>"},{"question":"<h3>Can I keep the old Tier 1 Set Bonus with the new Tier 2 items?<\/h3>","answer":"It looks like the Core Forged version is designed to mimic the Tier 1 set bonuses, giving you a chance to relive those glory days. While not exactly the same, the Core Forged Nemesis Robes offer a similar experience with some added bonuses."},{"question":"<h3>Which Set Bonus is better?<\/h3>","answer":"It depends on your playstyle:\r\n\r\nDraconic Nemesis is ideal if you love focusing on periodic damage and making your Felguard a powerhouse.\r\n\r\nCore Forged Nemesis is perfect for those who enjoy casting instant spells and playing with fire (literally)."},{"question":"<h3>What\u2019s the proc chance for these Set Bonuses?<\/h3>","answer":"Both sets have a 4% proc chance for their respective effects, whether it\u2019s triggering Shadow Trance with Draconic Nemesis or Fire Trance with Core Forged Nemesis."},{"question":"<h3>How much do these items sell for?<\/h3>","answer":"Both versions sell for 5 Gold, 71 Silver, and 22 Copper."},{"question":"<h3>Which version should I choose?<\/h3>","answer":"It boils down to your personal preference:\r\n\r\nGo for Draconic Nemesis if you\u2019re into maximizing dot damage and enjoy a more aggressive playstyle.\r\n\r\nPick Core Forged Nemesis if you\u2019re nostalgic for the old Tier 1 bonuses or want to focus on critical strikes and instant spell casting."},{"question":"<h3>How can I get these new items?<\/h3>","answer":"You\u2019ll need to raid Blackwing Lair in Phase 5 of the Season of Discovery. Good luck, Warlock!"}],"wpwp_short_description":"The Season of Discovery Phase 5 PTR has revealed two exciting new Tier 2 sets in Blackwing Lair: Draconic and Core Forged Nemesis Robes. Whether you're a fan of heavy dot damage or miss the old-school Tier 1 vibes, these sets have something for you. Draconic boosts your Felguard and periodic damage, while Core Forged brings back the crit and instant spells. Ready to decide? Get all the details and prepare to dominate in Phase 5!","wpwp_plus_for_views":""},"authors":[{"term_id":84,"user_id":0,"is_guest":1,"slug":"friolt","display_name":"friolt","avatar_url":{"url":"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/LemonGramStudios.jpg","url2x":"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/LemonGramStudios.jpg"},"0":null,"1":"","2":"","3":"","4":"","5":"","6":"","7":"","8":""}],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14776","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/6"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=14776"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14776\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/14779"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=14776"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=14776"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=14776"},{"taxonomy":"post_kind","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/post_kind?post=14776"},{"taxonomy":"author","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/epiccarry.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ppma_author?post=14776"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}