How to get Exalted for Mists of Pandaria Classic reputation
Explore MoP reputations! Unlock powerful gear, unique mounts and recipes by earning reputation with Pandaria’s launch factions. Start your Classic journey!

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Key takeaways:
- Dive into day 1 MoP reputations: Upon MoP Classic’s launch (patch 5.0), players can immediately begin earning reputation with nine new factions.
- Unlock exclusive MoP reputation rewards: Grinding these MoP reputations yields powerful gear, unique mounts, valuable recipes, and more.
- Faction-neutral reputation guide: This resource covers all launch-day reputations for both Horde and Alliance, detailing unlocks, dailies, and rewards.
Welcome to the Mists of Pandaria Classic reputation guide! In MoP Classic’s initial release (patch 5.0), players can gain reputation with several new factions across Pandaria. Earning rep unlocks powerful gear, unique mounts, recipes, and more. Below we list all MoP reputations available at launch (common to both Horde and Alliance) and provide an overview of each, including how to unlock them, the daily quests they offer, and notable rewards.
This guide is neutral to both factions, so all players can benefit. Let’s dive in!
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Don’t miss out on crucial activities before Mists of Pandaria Classic begins! Check our MoP preparation guide to get a head start
Day 1 MoP reputations
- The Anglers
- The August Celestials
- The Black Prince
- Golden Lotus
- The Klaxxi
- The Lorewalkers
- Order of the Cloud Serpent
- Shado-Pan
- The Tillers
Each faction above was introduced with MoP’s launch (patch 5.0) and has its own reputation grind. (Factions added in later patches, like 5.1’s Operation: Shieldwall/Dominance Offensive or 5.2’s Kirin Tor Offensive/Sunreaver Onslaught, are not included.) Below, we detail each launch-day faction.
MoP Classic reputation priority
Not every reputation is essential for every player. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by all the daily quests, it’s perfectly fine to focus on just one reputation at a time, especially since different reputations cater to different playstyles and goals. Here’s a breakdown of which reputations to prioritize, particularly for raid preparation:
- Raid priority (Phase 1, before Heart of Fear and Terrace of the Endless Spring unlock):
- Golden Lotus: Top priority. Unlocks access to both Shado-Pan and August Celestials, and rewards a 489 ilvl neck piece — making it essential early on.
- Klaxxi: Highly recommended. Grants access to a 489 ilvl Best-in-Slot ring, making it a must for most builds.
- Shado-Pan: Focus on this after completing other key reps, or if you’re specifically looking for Enchanting recipes and additional gear options.
- Any other reputation: Once you’ve finished all the key reputations, you can shift your focus to mount collecting or other content that feels rewarding or meaningful to you.
The Anglers

The Anglers are a faction of fishermen in Pandaria who have banded together to explore the secrets of the deep and catch the biggest fish. Led by the famous angler Nat Pagle, their base is at Anglers Wharf on the southern coast of Krasarang Wilds [68.4, 43.4].
No special attunement is required for this MoP reputation – at level 90 you can head straight to Anglers Wharf and start questing. (There is a short introductory quest chain at Soggy’s Gamble in Dread Wastes that leads you to the Anglers, but it’s not mandatory.)
Daily quests and reputation sources
The Anglers offer 3 quests each day, there are 7 quest givers who give various quests each day.
Questgiver | Reputation | Quests |
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Fo Fook | +500 | Viseclaw Soup or Piranha! Piranha! |
Fisherman Haito | +500 | Jagged Abalone or Shocking! |
Trawler Yotimo | +500 | Huff & Puff or Armored Carp |
John “Big Hook” Marsock | +500 | Bright Bait or Jumping the Shark |
Angler Shen | +500 | Snapclaw or Fishing for a Bruising |
Elder Fisherman Rassan | +500 | Who Knew Fish Liked Eggs? or What Lurks Below |
Fiznix | +500 | Like Bombing Fish In A Barrel or Scavenger Hunt |
Reputation rewards
Quartermaster Nat Pagle [68.4, 43.4] sells various fishing-themed rewards for gold.
Reputation Level | Reward |
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Friendly | Recipe: Krasarang Fritters, Recipe: Viseclaw Soup |
Honored | Pandaren Fishing Pole, Tiny Goldfish (pet) |
Revered | Grand Commendation of the Anglers, Sharpened Tuskarr Spear, Dragon Fishing Pole, Anglers Fishing Raft, Bipsi’s Bobbing Berg (Mage only) |
Exalted | Reins of the Azure Water Strider (mount), Anglers Tabard |
The August Celestials

The August Celestials are four Wild God spirits of Pandaria – Chi-Ji, Yu’lon, Niuzao, and Xuen – who defend the sacred temples of Pandaria from the Sha and other evils. The faction consists of these four Celestials and their loyal Pandaren disciples. In game, gaining reputation with the August Celestials means aiding each temple in its time of need.
Note:
To access the August Celestials reputation, players are required to be Revered with the Golden Lotus. Once Revered, quest givers Sage Whiteheart (Alliance) [84.6, 63.6] or Sage Lotusbloom (Horde) [62.6, 23.2] at your faction’s shrine will direct you to the day’s temple.
Daily quests and reputation sources
The first thing you need to do to start getting MoP reputation with the August Celestials is talking to their respective quartermaster in either Shrine of Seven Stars (Alliance) or Shrine of Two Moons (Horde). Each day the sage will give you a quest that will send you to an active temple.
There are four temples in total: Temple of the White Tiger located in Kun-Lai Summit, Cradle of Chi-Ji located in Krasarang Wilds, Temple of the Jade Serpent located in the Jade Forest, and Temple of the Black Ox in Townlong Steppes.
These quest-chains each award 1000 reputation daily. They are: Defense At Niuzao Temple, Challenge At The Temple of the Red Crane, Attack At The Temple of the Jade Serpent, Trial At The Temple of the White Tiger.
Reputation rewards
Quartermaster Sage Whiteheart (Alliance) [84.6, 63.6] or Sage Lotusbloom (Horde) [62.6, 23.2] sell enchant formulas, and equipment.
The Black Prince

The Black Prince is the MoP reputation faction associated with Wrathion, the black dragon prince. Wrathion takes a keen interest in Pandaria and the conflicts embroiling the continent. This reputation is integral to the MoP legendary questline; as you aid Wrathion, you gain favor with the Black Prince.
Daily quests and reputation sources
There are no daily quests or traditional unlocks for this faction – instead, you must progress in Wrathion’s legendary quest. At level 90, you’ll meet Wrathion at the Tavern in the Mists (Veiled Stair) and start the quest The Strength of One’s Foes, which establishes your connection with him.
From there, reputation is gained by completing quest objectives (such as collecting Sigils from raids) and by killing certain mobs (e.g., Hozen, Mogu, Mantid in Pandaria grant Black Prince rep when the quest requires it). You start at Neutral and can reach up to Exalted over the course of the legendary chain.
Reputation rewards
Instead of reputation rewards Wrathion offers rewards based on the patch, here are some of the rewards:
Chapter | Patch | Reward | Notes |
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Chapter I: Trial of the Black Prince | 5.0 | +500 Stat Gem | Usable only in Sha-Touched weapons (available from LFR, Normal, Heroic). |
Chapter II: Wrathion’s War | 5.1 | Eye of the Black Prince (Prismatic Socket) | Usable on Sha-Touched and 5.2 raid/crafted weapons; not usable on heroic scenario or Siege of Orgrimmar weapons. |
Chapter III: Two Princes | 5.2 | Legendary Meta-Gem | Usable on item level 502+ helms added in 5.2 and later. |
Chapter IV: Celestial Blessings | 5.3 | Item Level 600 Cloak | Precursor to the legendary cape. |
Chapter V: Judgment of the Black Prince | 5.4 | Legendary Cloak | Final reward: ilvl 600 legendary cloak with a powerful proc and unique visual effect. |
Golden Lotus

We’ve made a specific guide on Golden Lotus. If you wish to learn about the rewards and quest chain, read out Golden Lotus guide!
The Klaxxi

We’ve made a specific guide on Klaxxi. If you wish to learn about the rewards and quest chain, read out Klaxxi guide!
The Lorewalkers

The Lorewalkers are a Pandaren faction dedicated to exploring the world in search of relics and fascinating artifacts to preserve in their libraries. While interacting with them is entirely optional and they don’t offer top-tier gear, players who collect and return special books will uncover and reenact new stories. This makes the Lorewalkers an excellent source of lore about the Pandaren people and the continent of Pandaria.
We will be doing a separate guide for this reputation, so be sure to bookmark our article!
Lorewalkers reputation rewards
Lorewalkers MoP reputation consists of these rewards:
Item | Reputation | Cost |
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Disc of the Red Flying Cloud | Exalted | 600 |
Lorewalkers Tabard | Exalted | 10 |
Lorewalker’s Lodestone | Exalted | 1× Restored Artifact |
Lorewalker’s Map | Exalted | 1× Restored Artifact |
Mantid Artifact Sonic Locator | Exalted | 1× Mantid Artifact Hunter’s Kit |
Shado-Pan

The Shado-Pan are an elite order of Pandaren fighters charged with a sacred duty: protecting Pandaria from the Sha and other menaces that lurk beyond the wall.
Note:
To acess the Shado-Pan reputation, players are required to be Revered with the Golden Lotus. Once you hit Revered with Golden Lotus, a quest The Defense of Shado-Pan Fallback will pop up sending you to Townlong to join the Shado-Pan. Make sure you’ve done most of the Townlong Steppes storyline as well (to unlock the garrison phase). Once unlocked, head to Shado-Pan Garrison (western Townlong Steppes) for your daily quests.
Daily quests and reputation sources
Reputation with the Shado-Pan is primarily gained through Daily Quests, as there are no alternative methods (until later content phases). To progress, players must complete daily quest chains available in three different zones.
- Daily Reputation Gain: +1350 (without bonuses)
- Daily Quest Givers (only one active per day):
- Ban Bearheart
- Ling of the Six Pools
- Master Snowdrift
Each quest giver offers a different set of quests and comes with 3 possible companions. Players may choose 1 companion per day to assist them in battle. Additional companions unlock at:
- Honored: 2nd companion unlocked
- Revered: 3rd companion unlocked
Quest giver: Ban Bearheart – Shan’ze Dao (Mogu-themed Quests)
Ban Bearheart cycles through three possible quest chains, all based in Shan’ze Dao, featuring Mogu enemies.
Quest series 1
Quest Name |
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The Mogu Menace |
Spiteful Sprites |
Egg Rescue! |
Little Hatchlings |
In Sprite Of Everything |
Quest series 2
Quest Name |
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Onyx Hearts |
Dark Arts |
Born Free |
The Mogu Menace |
Riding the Storm |
Quest series 3
Quest Name |
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Bronze Claws |
Illusions Of The Past |
Grave Consequences |
The Mogu Menace |
When The Dead Speak |
Quest giver: Ling of the Six Pools – Sra’vess (Mantid-themed Quests)
Ling of the Six Pools offers a series of daily quests set in Sra’vess, located in the west. These quests focus on battling the Mantid threat. Players receive the Wu Kao Camouflage buff while completing this set, helping with stealth and mobility in the zone.
Some quests are randomized between two options:
Quest Slot | Possible Quests |
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1 | Quest #31198 or Quest #31200 |
2 | Quest #31199 or Quest #31201 |
3 | Quest #31196 |
4 | Quest #31197 |
5 | Quest #31204 or Quest #31203 |
Quest Giver: Master Snowdrift – Yaungol Quests (East)
Master Snowdrift assigns a series of daily quests centered around fighting the Yaungol in the eastern region. While questing in this area, players receive the Blackguard Protection buff, which helps with survivability during combat.
Quest Slot | Quests |
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1 | Quest #31118 |
2 | Quest #31114 |
3 | Quest #31113 |
4 | Quest #31119 |
5 | Quest #31116 |
6 | Quest #31117 or Quest #31120 |
Reputation rewards
Quartermaster Nat Pagle [68.4, 43.4] sells various fishing-themed rewards for gold.
Item Name | Reputation |
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Stack of Wooden Boards | Honored |
Stack of Bamboo | Honored |
Stack of Stone Blocks | Honored |
Formula: Enchant Weapon – Dancing Steel | Revered |
Formula: Enchant Weapon – Jade Spirit | Revered |
Formula: Enchant Weapon – River’s Song | Revered |
Replica Shado-Pan Helmet (Cloth) | Exalted |
Replica Shado-Pan Helmet (Leather) | Exalted |
Replica Shado-Pan Helmet (Mail) | Exalted |
Replica Shado-Pan Helmet (Plate) | Exalted |
Shado-Pan Tabard | Exalted |
Reins of the Blue Shado-Pan Riding Tiger | Exalted |
Reins of the Green Shado-Pan Riding Tiger | Exalted |
Reins of the Red Shado-Pan Riding Tiger | Exalted |
Once exalted, you also get a special quest Mogu Incursions that concludes in getting Reins of the Onyx Cloud Serpent.
Note:
Riding Serpent mounts requires Exalted reputation with Order of the Cloud Serpent.
Order of the Cloud Serpent

The Order of the Cloud Serpent is a faction of Pandaren trainers who raise and train cloud serpents – the dragon-like flying serpents native to Pandaria. Based at the Arboretum in Jade Forest [56.6, 44.4], this order invites outsiders to raise their own cloud serpent from hatchling to adulthood.
One of the first MoP reputations you’ll encounter in Pandaria, this faction has fantastic rewards at Exalted, including unique flying mounts, valuable Jewelcrafting Panther recipes, and cool toys. Keep an eye out for our separate guide on this reputation, and remember to bookmark our main MoP reputation guide!
Reputation rewards
Quartermaster San Redscale in the Jade Forest [56.6, 44.4] sells these reputation rewards:
Item Name | Reputation |
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Design: Jade Panther | Honored |
Design: Sunstone Panther | Honored |
Cloud Ring | Revered |
Design: Ruby Panther | Revered |
Design: Sapphire Panther | Revered |
Racing Flag | Exalted |
Floating Finish Line | Exalted |
Floating Racing Flag | Exalted |
Finish Line | Exalted |
Reins of the Jade Cloud Serpent | Exalted |
Reins of the Golden Cloud Serpent | Exalted |
Reins of the Azure Cloud Serpent | Exalted |
Design: Jeweled Onyx Panther | Exalted |
Order of the Cloud Serpent Tabard | Exalted |
How to School Your Serpent | Exalted |
The Tillers

The Tillers are a faction of friendly Pandaren farmers in the Valley of the Four Winds. They’re centered around Halfhill Market and the farmlands of the valley. Essentially this is a mini-farming game reputation based faction
Don’t forget to bookmark our Mists of Pandaria reputation guide for the latest update on the Tillers faction!
Reputation rewards
Quartermaster Gina Mudclaw in the Valley of the Four Winds [53.2, 51.6] sells reputation rewards:
Item Name | Reputation |
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Gin-Ji Knife Set | Exalted |
Tillers Tabard | Exalted |
Mourning Glory | Exalted |
Pandaren Scarecrow | Revered |
Reins of the Black Riding Goat | Exalted |
Reins of the Brown Riding Goat | Exalted |
Reins of the White Riding Goat | Exalted |
Grand Commendation of the Tillers | Revered |
Recipe: Spicy Salmon | Revered |
Recipe: Spicy Vegetable Chips | Revered |
Prioritize the ones that benefit your goals (for example, Golden Lotus → Shado-Pan/August Celestials for gear if you’re gearing for raids, or Order of the Cloud Serpent if you’re a mount collector, etc.).
Remember to purchase Grand Commendations at Revered to speed up your grind on alts, and enjoy the journey. Blizzard designed these factions to encourage experiencing Pandaria’s content to the fullest.
Good luck on reaching Exalted with MoP factions, and may your days in Pandaria be ever Serene and Harmonious! If you’re having a hard time with the reputation grind, consider using a MoP Reputation Boost to quickly unlock the rewards or attunements you need from various factions.
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