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Phase 2 launch day is October 1, 2026 in WoW Forever beta. This checklist covers what to do on launch day.
For broader content, see our Phase 3 Predictions, Beta to Live, and Pre-Launch Checklist articles.
Quick summary: Phase 2: October 1, 2026. Top actions: save gold + reach level 20 + queue BG. Time: 2-3 hours.
Phase 2 launch day timeline
October 1 schedule
| Time | Action |
|---|---|
| Server reset | Login early |
| 9 AM | Queue Phase 2 content |
| 10 AM | Excavation Site runs |
| 12 PM | Honor BG queues |
| 2 PM | Honor grind |
| 4 PM | Brogdul farm |
| 6 PM | Daily reset (gold) |
| 8 PM | End of day recap |
Pre-launch day checklist
| Step | Action |
|---|---|
| 1 | Save 500g+ |
| 2 | Reach level 20+ |
| 3 | Stock consumables |
| 4 | Update addons |
| 5 | Join guild |
| 6 | Plan BG queue |
| 7 | Be online at launch |
Phase 2 content to do first
| Priority | Content |
|---|---|
| 1 | Reach level 20 (if not) |
| 2 | Queue WSG + AB (honor) |
| 3 | Run Excavation Site (gear) |
| 4 | Farm Brogdul (BiS) |
| 5 | Daily quest reset (gold) |
Phase 2 gear priorities
| Slot | Priority |
|---|---|
| Weapon | 1 |
| Trinket | 2 |
| Head | 3 |
| Shoulders | 4 |
| Chest | 5 |
Phase 2 gold sources
| Source | Gold |
|---|---|
| Daily quest | 260g |
| Mob grinding | 100-150g |
| AH flips | 100-200g |
| Excavation farm | 50-100g |
| Total daily | 510-710g |
FAQ
When does Phase 2 launch?
October 1, 2026.
What to do first?
Save gold + queue BG.
Final verdict
Phase 2 launch = October 1. Top actions: gold + level 20 + BG queue.
For more content, see our Phase 3 Predictions, Beta to Live, and Pre-Launch Checklist articles.