Evoker
- This article is about the hero class. For other casters that use the same name, see Evoker (occupation).
 Evoker | |
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| Available to |
 Dracthyr |
| Specializations |
 Devastation (ranged DPS), Preservation (healer), Augmentation (ranged DPS) |
| Resource(s) | Mana, Essence |
| Primary attribute | Intellect[1] |
| Weapon skills | Daggers, Fist Weapons, One-handed and Two-handed Maces, Axes, Swords and Staves |
| Armor type | Mail; can also equip Leather, Cloth. |
| Signature abilities |
 [Deep Breath] [Fire Breath] [Emerald Blossom] [Disintegrate] [Hover] |
“You are my talons, honed to strike at the very hearts of my enemies. That is your purpose... the destiny that lies before you.”
Evokers are a mail-wearing hero class introduced by Dragonflight, available only to the dracthyr race.
Class Overview
The evoker class is a caster class who has three specializations, Devastation, Preservation and Augmentation. Soldiers created in secret by Neltharion to wield the power of all five of the dragonflights, it is astounding sight to see the coalescing energy around an evoker using their powers. Using the quick and explosive power of the red dragonflight, and the focused and overwhelming magic of the blue dragonflight, the Devastation evoker can shoot at enemies from a distance using their long-range spells. Preservation serves as a healing specialization. Using the abilities of the bronze dragonflight, they can manipulate time to help heal wounds faster, aided by the nurturing power of the green dragonflight. Augmentation is World of Warcraft's only "Support" specialization, using the abilities of the black dragonflight and the bronze to both deal damage and imbue their allies with enhanced strength and protections.
Starting at level 10, dracthyr evokers explore the Forbidden Reach in their own starting experience, separate from the rest of the races and classes of Azeroth. Before stepping foot into unfamiliar lands, players pick their faction - Horde or Alliance - instead of on the character creation screen, similar to the pandaren.
[Dream Breath], the empower gauge becomes visible.Evokers use a unique ability type called Empower. By holding down a button, the player can charge up a spell. The longer the spell is charged up, the stronger its effect.[3] An Empowered ability stays at max charge up to three seconds, after which it fires automatically.[4]
Background
Every dracthyr is an expert soldier. Whatever weyrn they serve, they use their talents to defend dragonkind in obedience to the Earth-Warder. Yet even among such illustrious ranks, there are a select few who transcend the skills of their kin, who are able to master the specialties of all weyrns and shift between roles at will. These are the evokers; the best of the best, finest of the finest.
These elite forces possess the rare potential to focus their essences into an instrument of preservation or a weapon of devastation. The journey to such mastery is long, and few dracthyr can see this path through. But those who learn to harness their full potential shall be honored with the title of evoker.[5]
Specializations
- For a full list of specialization abilities, see Evoker abilities
Devastation
Releases innate power as chaotic Red flames or focused Blue magic to bathe the battlefield in destruction.
Preservation
Calls upon the Emerald Dream to rejuvenate life, and the Bronze sands of time to prevent harm.
Augmentation
Imbues allies with the might of the Black dragons, and bends time & fate in their favor with Bronze magic.
Hero talent trees
- Main article: Evoker abilities#Hero talents
Chronowarden
(Augmentation/Preservation)
Chronowardens can manipulate time, giving them glimpses of the future to speed their attacks or recalling echoes to revisit past actions. Specialization in bronze magic can cause instabilities due to the many future possibilities they constantly see.
Flameshaper
(Devastation/Preservation)
Flameshapers are closely attuned to Alexstrasza and specialize in protecting allies, rejuvenation, and renewal. They also have the unique ability to spread, intensify, and manipulate dragonflame.
Scalecommander
(Augmentation/Devastation)
Scalecommanders are natural born leaders, capable of inspiring those around them to become better. They are the chosen generals of the Dracthyr and use their empower spells to send battle commands and summon troops.
Development
The evokers were created as an alternative to the pre-existing classes. Upon the creation of the dracthyr, developers felt as if the original classes did not encompass the idea of the dracthyr that they wanted; and so, to create a work around this issue, a unique class was made to represent the wonders of the dragonflights.[6]
Notes and trivia
- As they are a race/class combo, they have combat racials that are exclusive with the class:
[Wing Buffet] and 
[Tail Swipe].[4] - Evokers unlock their talent tree later, near the end of their starting zone quests.
- Evokers' abilities are visually designed to showcase that they can use the magic of all five dragonflights. For example,
[Pyre] is a red dragonflight-based spell that begins as a swirl of magic with the different flights' colors, then turns red as it flies through the air. The developers call this a "prismatic effect".[7] - Evokers do not have a unique class crest and use the dracthyr race crest instead.
- Dragonflight was required to play the evoker class, and players were limited to one evoker per realm during the expansion. A player's first evoker could be created without additional restrictions, but creating another evoker character required a pre-existing level 50 character on their realm of choice.[4]
- Evokers became playable with patch 10.0 a few weeks before the expansion, similar to demon hunters in the Legion expansion.[8]
- As with other hero talent trees, the descriptions of the evoker trees changed slightly during the development of The War Within. When first announced, they read as follows:
- Chronowarden: Chronowardens can manipulate time and see into the future. By specializing in Bronze magic, they are slightly unstable due to the vast amount of knowledge available to them. They are precise, erudite, and organized individuals who seek to understand the world through careful study.[9]
- Flameshaper: Flameshapers specialize in Red Dragonflight spells related to life-energy, flame, and breath magic. They have the ability to engulf enemies or allies in dragonflame, causing Fire Breath or Dream Breath to detonate, dealing massive damage or healing.[10]
- Scalecommander: Scalecommanders are the chosen generals of the Dracthyr, specializing in calling targets and inspiring those around them. They are experts in using flight during a battle, and are often seen leading the charge while in the sky.[11]
Gallery
- Main article: Dracthyr#Gallery
Scalecommander Emberthal in the Take to the Skies cinematic.
Augmentation evoker art.
Devastation evoker art.
Preservation evoker art.
Videos
Patch changes
Patch 11.0.0 (2024-07-23): Evokers now start at level 10 (was 58). 
Patch 10.1.5 (2023-07-11): New Augmentation specialization added. - Patch 10.0.2 (2022-11-15): Added.
References
- ^ World of Warcraft on Twitter
- ^
[70] A Creche Divided
- ^ https://worldofwarcraft.com/en-us/news/23785116/world-of-warcraft-dragonflight-deep-dive
- ^ a b c WoW Developer Interview with Brian Holinka (YouTube)
- ^ Edict: Evoker
- ^ 2022-04-20, You Can Finally Play as a Dragon (Kind of) in World of Warcraft: Dragonflight. IGN, retrieved on 2022-04-20
- ^ Dracthyr Evoker & Dragonriding Preview (0:48)
- ^ https://worldofwarcraft-judgehype-com.translate.goog/news/interview-exclusive-dragonflight-ion-hazzikostas-nous-parle-de-l-avenir-de-wow-169303/?_x_tr_sl=fr&_x_tr_tl=en&_x_tr_hl=sr&_x_tr_pto=wapp
- ^ Get an Early Look at Hero Talents in The War Within
- ^ Get an Eye on an Even Dozen New Hero Talent Trees
- ^ Get an Early Look at Eight New Hero Talent Trees
External links
World of Warcraft Official Game Guide - Evoker World of Warcraft Community Site Evoker Forums (US)
World of Warcraft Europe Evoker Forums (EU)
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