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Patch 8.1.0: Tides of Vengeance

Battle for Azeroth Retail version 8.1.0. This briefing turns the indexed changes into a practical starting point without filling gaps in the source record with assumptions.

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Release date

December 11, 2018

Client build

28724

Interface TOC

80100 (api)

Source confidence

Blizzard-linked

Practical next steps

What to do after this patch

The checklist below is derived from the indexed highlights on this version record. Follow the linked source for complete notes and verify time-sensitive details in game.

Locate the new or changed activity

Use the database and guide hub to identify the content named in this patch record before planning a route, group, or lockout.

Browse guides ->

Prepare for raid changes

Review encounter references, then check your build and utility before your first pull on content added or changed in this version.

Open raid guides ->

Re-check your character plan

Use the patch record as the starting point, then validate your spec, talent choices, and gear plan against the activity you actually play.

Choose a spec guide ->

Documented changes

What is in this version record

1Darkshore warfront
2Crucible of Storms raid
3Continuation of the War Campaign
4Faction Assaults
5New island expeditions: Jorundall and Havenswood
6Dwarf and blood elf heritage armor
7Gnomeregan pet battle dungeon

Who should look closer

Player impact

Raiders

Check encounters, your role plan, and fight-specific talent or utility choices.

Patch classification

How WoW-God is categorizing this update

These tags organize the archive and help surface relevant next steps. They are a navigation aid, not a replacement for the complete patch notes.

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