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Alterac Valley (AV) is a future battleground in WoW Forever beta. This guide covers expected tactics, boss strategy, and rewards.
For broader content, see our BG Strategy, WSG Strategy, and Honor System articles.
Quick summary: AV: 40v40 BG. Expected: Phase 3+. Time: 30-60 min. Rewards: Stormpike / Frostwolf rep.
Alterac Valley basics
AV structure
- Players: 40v40
- Map: Snow-covered mountains
- Goal: Defeat enemy general
- Time: 30-60 minutes
AV rewards
| Reward | Cost |
|---|---|
| Stormpike / Frostwolf rep | Free |
| Tabard | Honored |
| Mount (Stormpike Charger / Frostwolf Howler) | Exalted |
AV strategy
Pre-game
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Group up (40 players) |
| 2 | Voice chat setup |
| 3 | Class assignments |
In-game
| Role | Class | Task |
|---|---|---|
| Tank | Warrior / Paladin | Hold mid + boss |
| Healer | Priest / Paladin | Heal raid |
| DPS | Any | Kill players + boss |
| Scout | Rogue | Intel |
AV bosses
| Boss | Level | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Stormpike Ram Rider | 50 | Easy |
| Frostwolf Shaman | 50 | Mid |
| Drek’Thar / Vanndar | 50 | Final |
Best AV comp
| Role | Count | Class |
|---|---|---|
| Tank | 4-6 | Warrior / Paladin |
| Healer | 8-10 | Priest / Paladin / Druid |
| DPS | 20-24 | Mixed |
| Scout | 2-4 | Rogue |
AV tips
| Tip | Why |
|---|---|
| Voice chat | Better coordination |
| Group up | +30% efficiency |
| Defend base | Avoid losses |
| Kill boss | Win game |
AV rewards per faction
Alliance
| Reward | Cost |
|---|---|
| Stormpike Tabard | Honored |
| Stormpike Battle Charger | Exalted |
Horde
| Reward | Cost |
|---|---|
| Frostwolf Tabard | Honored |
| Frostwolf Howler | Exalted |
FAQ
When does AV launch?
Phase 3+ (predicted).
AV reward?
Faction mount at Exalted.
Final verdict
AV is end-game BG. Launch: Phase 3+. Best comp: 40 players.
For more content, see our BG Strategy, WSG Strategy, and Honor System articles.