The Deadmines
The DeadminesDungeon for level 17–26 (min. level 17) · Moonbrook, Westfall
The Alliance classic beneath Moonbrook in Westfall, for levels 17–26. At the end, a ship waits in the cave.
Tips for the run
Tactics based on Classic – bosses and abilities may differ in WoW Forever.
Before the run
The Deadmines lie beneath Moonbrook in Westfall. The key quests come from Westfall and Stormwind; the Defias Brotherhood chain sends you all over Westfall and ends here. Horde players usually have no quests here.
Group
Tank, healer and three DPS. A Rogue can pick the locked doors and chests; otherwise the bosses' keys get you through. Fear Ward or Tremor Totem helps against the shredder's fear.
Route
The mines are linear: Rhahk'Zor, then through the tunnels to Sneed's Shredder and on into the foundry to Gilnid. After that, the cannon blasts open the big gate to the cove. On the ship you'll find Mr. Smite, Captain Greenskin and, at the very top, Edwin VanCleef. Watch out for the guards on the ship – they come in groups when there's noise.
Notable loot
- Smite's Mighty HammerTwo-Hand, Mace
- Cruel BarbOne-Hand, Sword
- Blackened Defias ArmorChest, Leather
- Cape of the BrotherhoodBack, Cloth
- Corsair's OvershirtChest, Cloth
- Thief's BladeOne-Hand, Sword
- Cookie's Stirring RodRanged, Wand
Bosses, tactics and loot
Rhahk'ZorLevel 19
Tactics: An ogre who hits hard but has no special abilities. The tank holds him in place while everyone else DPSes. He carries the key to the first door.
| Item | Slot | Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| RockslicerTwo-Hand, Axe | Two-Hand, Axe | Upgrade? |
| Rhahk'Zor's HammerTwo-Hand, Mace | Two-Hand, Mace | Upgrade? |
| Ogre LoinclothLegs, Cloth | Legs, Cloth | Upgrade? |
| Plans: Protector's GlovesPlans, Blacksmithing | Plans, Blacksmithing | |
| Plans: Crusader's GlovesPlans, Blacksmithing | Plans, Blacksmithing | |
| Pattern: Filigreed Flame GownPattern, Tailoring | Pattern, Tailoring |
No matching loot for this selection.
Sneed's ShredderLevel 20
Extra enemy part of the Sneed encounter
Tactics: The shredder fears its targets, sending them running through the cave where they may pull more mobs. Fight in a cleared area if you can. Once the shredder is destroyed, Sneed jumps out and attacks immediately.
| Item | Slot | Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Buzz SawOne-Hand, Sword | One-Hand, Sword | Upgrade? |
| Buzzer BladeMain Hand, Dagger | Main Hand, Dagger | Upgrade? |
| Dull SawbladeThrown | Thrown | Upgrade? |
No matching loot for this selection.
SneedLevel 20
Tactics: Sneed disarms his target and attacks right after his shredder goes down. Save your cooldowns for the second fight; he doesn't have much health.
| Item | Slot | Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Taskmaster AxeTwo-Hand, Axe | Two-Hand, Axe | Upgrade? |
| Gold-flecked GlovesHands, Cloth | Hands, Cloth | Upgrade? |
| Bandsaw WristbandsWrist, Mail | Wrist, Mail | Upgrade? |
| Blueprint: Repair BotEngineering | Engineering | |
| Plans: Veteran's GlovesPlans, Blacksmithing | Plans, Blacksmithing | |
| Plans: Crusader's GlovesPlans, Blacksmithing | Plans, Blacksmithing | |
| Pattern: Filigreed Pristine GownPattern, Tailoring | Pattern, Tailoring |
No matching loot for this selection.
Miner JohnsonLevel 19
Tactics: A rare spawn that doesn't show up every run. He reduces the tank's armor – an easy fight as long as the healer keeps an eye on the tank.
| Item | Slot | Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Gold-plated BucklerOff Hand, Shield | Off Hand, Shield | Upgrade? |
| Miner's CapeBack, Cloth | Back, Cloth | Upgrade? |
No matching loot for this selection.
GilnidLevel 20
Tactics: The goblin stands in the foundry among lots of workers and smelters. Clear the area first so he doesn't pull with a big group. He's fairly harmless himself.
| Item | Slot | Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Lavishly Jeweled RingFinger | Finger | Upgrade? |
| Smelting PantsLegs, Leather | Legs, Leather | Upgrade? |
| Goblin HammerMain Hand, Mace | Main Hand, Mace | Upgrade? |
| Pattern: Brawler's Leather GlovesPattern, Leatherworking | Pattern, Leatherworking | |
| Pattern: Trapper's Leather GlovesPattern, Leatherworking | Pattern, Leatherworking | |
| Pattern: Totemic Leather GlovesPattern, Leatherworking | Pattern, Leatherworking | |
| Pattern: Wisdom's Leather GlovesPattern, Leatherworking | Pattern, Leatherworking | |
| Pattern: Filigreed Silky GownPattern, Tailoring | Pattern, Tailoring | |
| Pattern: Filigreed Flame GownPattern, Tailoring | Pattern, Tailoring | |
| Blueprint: AnvilSchematic | Schematic |
No matching loot for this selection.
Captain GreenskinLevel 20
Tactics: The pirate captain uses Cleave and a poisoned harpoon and comes with pirate adds. Pull the adds off first and face him away from the group.
| Item | Slot | Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Emberstone StaffTwo-Hand, Staff | Two-Hand, Staff | Upgrade? |
| Blackened Defias BeltWaist, Leather | Waist, Leather | Upgrade? |
| Impaling HarpoonTwo-Hand, Polearm | Two-Hand, Polearm | Upgrade? |
No matching loot for this selection.
Mr. SmiteLevel 20
Tactics: Twice during the fight, Smite stuns the whole group with a stomp and runs to his chest to swap weapons – first he dual-wields, later he uses a big hammer. Use the break to heal and regen mana. Clear the pirates on deck before the pull.
| Item | Slot | Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Smite's Mighty HammerTwo-Hand, Mace | Two-Hand, Mace | Upgrade? |
| Thief's BladeOne-Hand, Sword | One-Hand, Sword | Upgrade? |
| Smite's ReaverOne-Hand, Axe | One-Hand, Axe | Upgrade? |
| First Mate BandFinger | Finger | Upgrade? |
| Plans: Protector's GlovesPlans, Blacksmithing | Plans, Blacksmithing | |
| Pattern: Defender's Leather GlovesPattern, Leatherworking | Pattern, Leatherworking | |
| Pattern: Totemic Leather GlovesPattern, Leatherworking | Pattern, Leatherworking | |
| Pattern: Stormrider's Leather GlovesPattern, Leatherworking | Pattern, Leatherworking | |
| Pattern: Wisdom's Leather GlovesPattern, Leatherworking | Pattern, Leatherworking |
No matching loot for this selection.
CookieLevel 20
Tactics: The murloc cook stands in the ship's galley. He heals himself with food and throws cooking ingredients; burst him down so his healing doesn't matter.
| Item | Slot | Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Cookie's Stirring RodRanged, Wand | Ranged, Wand | Upgrade? |
| Cookie's TenderizerOne-Hand, Mace | One-Hand, Mace | Upgrade? |
| Lookie's SpyglassTrinket | Trinket | Upgrade? |
| Plans: Veteran's GlovesPlans, Blacksmithing | Plans, Blacksmithing | |
| Pattern: Trapper's Leather GlovesPattern, Leatherworking | Pattern, Leatherworking | |
| Pattern: Defender's Leather GlovesPattern, Leatherworking | Pattern, Leatherworking | |
| Pattern: Filigreed Pearly GownPattern, Tailoring | Pattern, Tailoring | |
| Pattern: Filigreed Shining GownPattern, Tailoring | Pattern, Tailoring | |
| Blueprint: Cookie's FeastSchematic | Schematic |
No matching loot for this selection.
Edwin VanCleefLevel 21
Tactics: The Defias leader dual-wields and calls Blackguards for help during the fight. Kill the adds fast or keep them busy so the tank doesn't get overwhelmed. His head and the letter he carries are needed for quests.
| Item | Slot | Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Cape of the BrotherhoodBack, Cloth | Back, Cloth | Upgrade? |
| Corsair's OvershirtChest, Cloth | Chest, Cloth | Upgrade? |
| Blackened Defias ArmorChest, Leather | Chest, Leather | Upgrade? |
| Cruel BarbOne-Hand, Sword | One-Hand, Sword | Upgrade? |
| An Unsent LetterQuest Item | Quest Item | |
| Pattern: Trapper's Leather HoodPattern, Leatherworking | Pattern, Leatherworking | |
| Pattern: Defender's Leather HoodPattern, Leatherworking | Pattern, Leatherworking | |
| Pattern: Totemic Leather HoodPattern, Leatherworking | Pattern, Leatherworking | |
| Pattern: Wisdom's Leather HoodPattern, Leatherworking | Pattern, Leatherworking | |
| Pattern: Filigreed Pristine LeggingsPattern, Tailoring | Pattern, Tailoring | |
| Pattern: Filigreed Shining LeggingsPattern, Tailoring | Pattern, Tailoring |
No matching loot for this selection.
Trash drops
| Item | Slot | Comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Blackened Defias BootsFeet, Leather | Feet, Leather | Upgrade? |
| Blackened Defias GlovesHands, Leather | Hands, Leather | Upgrade? |
| Blackened Defias LeggingsLegs, Leather | Legs, Leather | Upgrade? |
| Blackwater CutlassOne-Hand, Sword | One-Hand, Sword | Upgrade? |
| Silk-threaded TrousersLegs, Cloth | Legs, Cloth | Upgrade? |
| Stonemason TrousersLegs, Leather | Legs, Leather | Upgrade? |
| Goblin ScrewdriverOne-Hand, Dagger | One-Hand, Dagger | Upgrade? |
No matching loot for this selection.
Dungeon quests
| Level | Quest and quest giver | Faction | Requires |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 | Red Silk Bandanas Scout Riell, Westfall 56.7, 47.3 | Alliance | Level 14 |
| 18 | The Search for Keepsakes Wilder Thistlenettle, Stormwind City 70.3, 40.8 | Alliance | Level 14 |
| 18 | Destruction in the Deadmines Alba Fairmoon, Westfall 52.4, 53 | Alliance | Level 9 |
| 20 | Underground Assault Shoni the Shilent, Stormwind City 62.6, 34.1 | Alliance | Level 15 |
| 20 | Oh Brother... Wilder Thistlenettle, Stormwind City 70.3, 40.8 | Alliance | Level 15 |
| 22 | The Unsent Letter Item: An Unsent Letter | Alliance | Level 16 |
| 22 | The Defias Brotherhood Gryan Stoutmantle, Westfall 56.3, 47.5 | Alliance | Level 14 |
| 22 | The Test of Righteousness Jordan Stilwell, Dun Morogh 52.5, 36.9 | Alliance | Level 20 |
Checklist: quests to pick up before the dungeon · All dungeon quests
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