With the launch of World of Warcraft‘s latest expansion Dragonflight, players are flocking to the Dragon Isles to explore new adventures. One of the most anticipated features is the addition of Primal Power – a new currency and gear upgrade system that replaces Valor and Justice Points.
But where exactly can you find Primal Power in Dragonflight? In this comprehensive guide, I‘ll cover everything you need to know as a fellow WoW expert and gaming enthusiast.
What is Primal Power?
For those new to Dragonflight, Primal Power is a currency used for upgrading Mythic+ and raid gear earned in the new expansion. Unlike random Titanforging upgrades, you can use Primal Power to deliberately strengthen your favorite gear pieces.
Primal Power allows more control over your character‘s power progression. The more content you complete, the more Primal Power is earned to upgrade your equipment.
Why Does Primal Power Matter?
Primal Power is significant because it provides the following benefits:
- Gives players agency over gear advancement rather than relying on RNG upgrades.
- Creates an incentive to continually revisit content to earn more Primal Power.
- Allows granular power gains to gear by increasing item levels incrementally.
- Enables customization and experimentation with gear setups.
- Respects the time invested through a clear progression system.
As an avid theorycrafter myself, I love the possibilities Primal Power creates for trying out new gear combinations tailored to niche playstyles. The days of hoping for random titanforged procs are over!
How To Obtain Primal Power in Dragonflight
Based on extensive testing across the Dragon Isles, I‘ve compiled the most efficient methods for collecting Primal Power below:
- Mythic+ Dungeons – Completing higher difficulty dungeons awards the most Primal Power. I‘d recommend pushing the highest Mythic+ you can handle each week.
- Daily & Weekly Quests – Prioritize Dragonflight daily and weekly quests, especially those under Blacktalon Watch in Valdrakken. These are very lucrative.
- Reputation Gains – Earning reputation with Dragon Isles factions passively grants small amounts of Primal Power. Complete associated world quests when available.
- Rare Elites & Treasures – Farming rare spawns and looting treasures scattered across the Dragon Isles zones rewards decent Primal Power.
- PvP Activities – Random battlegrounds, epic battlegrounds, and rated arena also award Primal Power from wins.
- World Bosses – Defeating world bosses like Kerrion the Huntmaster grant bonus Primal Power weekly.
I‘d estimate you can realistically earn 2500+ Primal Power per week focusing on high Mythic+ keys, reputation gains, and daily/weekly quest turn-ins. This allows 1-2 gear upgrades.
Primal Power Upgrade Costs
Here are the current Primal Power costs for upgrading gear at Primal Transmuters:
| Item Level Increase | Primal Power Required |
|---|---|
| +3 | 250 |
| +6 | 750 |
| +9 | 1,750 |
| +12 | 3,500 |
| +15 | 7,500 |
As shown above, significant investment is needed for maximum upgrades. For example, fully upgrading a Mythic+ dungeon item from 262 to 277 requires ~16,000 Primal Power. This will take several weeks to attain.
The scaling costs encourage incrementally working on upgrades rather than huge spikes. With knowledge of these costs, you can budget Primal Power expenditures wisely.
Where to Find Primal Transmuters in Dragonflight
To actually upgrade gear with your hard-earned Primal Power, you need to visit one of the Primal Transmuter NPCs located in Valdrakken Accord camps:
- West Valdrakken – Primal Transmuter Au‘larrynar (71, 61)
- East Valdrakken – Primal Transmuter Anagnos (46, 62)
- Thaldraszus – Primal Transmuter Xun (36, 36)
- Ohn‘ahran Plains – Primal Transmuter Anhaedra (59, 67)
I recommend setting your hearthstone to West Valdrakken for quick access to a Primal Transmuter between content. Talk to the NPC and select the gear you want to upgrade by spending the required Primal Power amounts.
Maximizing Your Primal Power Gains
Based on my own Min-Maxing, here are some tips to optimize Primal Power farming:
- Push Higher Mythic+ Difficulties – It‘s by far the most lucrative source. Strive to tackle the highest keys possible.
- Complete Every Daily/Weekly – Never skip Dragon Isles daily and weekly quests for Primal Power. Use in-game reminders.
- Manage Reputation Gains – Maintain reputation with all Dragonflight factions using World Quests and turn-ins.
- Farm Rare Spawns – Download an addon like SilverDragon to pinpoint all rare elites for extra Primal Power.
- PvP During Bonus Events – Earn bonus Primal Power from PvP activities during Darkmoon Faire or other global buffs.
Stay diligent in completing as many Primal Power activities as your play schedule allows. It will reward you with huge gear gains over time.
Closing Thoughts on Primal Power
The debut of Primal Power in Dragonflight is a game-changer for WoW character progression. No longer are you solely dependent on RNG for gear upgrades. You now have agency over boosting your favorite equipment.
I‘m thrilled Blizzard implemented such an innovative system that respects players‘ time investment. The Dragon Isles also stays relevant since you constantly need more Primal Power.
To all fellow power gamers, I hope this guide gives you insights into maximizing your Primal Power gains. Our gear will be stronger than ever before. Stay tuned for more Dragonflight coverage and happy upgrading!
