Lorewalking is an ever-growing feature that lets players relive key lore events from Azeroth's rich history. This guide explains how to unlock Lorewalking, where to start, what stories are available, as well as the rewards you can earn.
How to Start Lorewalking?
Players level 10+ can begin the Lorewalking questline by talking to Lorewalker Cho or Li Li Stormstout, who can be found sitting on a bench in Stormwind (Alliance), Orgrimmar (Horde), and Dornogal.
Their location will be marked on your map with a small open book icon.
Choosing a Lorewalking Story
After speaking to Lorewalker Cho, you will access a new User Interface that lets you pick one of four storylines. Blizzard will be continously adding stories with patches, such as The Elves of Quel'thalas in Patch 11.2.7.
The following stories are available right now:
- Xal'atath: Xal'atath, the Harbinger, was once known as the Blade of the Black Empire. Her history is a well-kept secret. But her words and deeds have affected so many that she is impossible to ignore. Her story must be told.
- Ethereals: Mysterious and elusive, the ethereals that have traveled to our world speak little of their history. Yet there is much to be learned from the few things they do choose to share...
- The Lich King: Arthas Menethil. It is said that when he was born, the very forests of Lordaeron whispered his name. But did the forests of his youth know what he would eventually grow to become?
- The Elves of Quel'thalas: The elves of Azeroth each have their own stories that weave together into an intricate tapestry of history.For the blood elves and the void elves, it is a story shaped by strength in the face of utmost tragedy
- The Loa: What are the Loa? Learn about the Trolls deities and how important they are to their culture. Explore with Li Li the good that the Loa do, as well as how they have been exploited throughout history from the Trolls.
Playing Through a Story
Each story consists of multiple quests that you must complete in order to advance in the story and unlock the rewards. You can stop at any time by talking to Lorewalker Cho and simply return later. The game will remember the last quest you finished in the story. You can also talk to Cho for additional lore details and explanations.
Lorewalking Rewards
Each story grants unique rewards upon completion.
Completing the story about the Ethereals grants you the
K'aresh Memory Crystal toy
that lets you take on the appearance of a K'areshi.
Finishing the story about Arthas's Downfall provides you with the
Royal Visage toy
that transforms you into a spectral version of Arthas Menethil for 5 minutes.
Completing the Xal'atath story grants you the
Echo of the Xal'atath, Blade of the Black Empire toy that makes Xal'atath's voice occasionally
echo with glee when you kill an enemy.
Learning the story about the Elves of Quel'thalas provides you with the
Tome of Silvermoon Intrigue
decor item for Player Housing system.
Exploring the rich history of the Loa with Li Li rewards you with the
Tome of Kings
decor item for the Player Housing system.
Changelog
- 14 Jun. 2026: Updated for 12.0.7.
- 24 Nov. 2025: Updated for Patch 11.2.7.
- 16 Jun. 2025: Guide added.