February 14, 2025

Cartels of Undermine Renown guide: Patch 11.1 new major reputation faction

Learn everything about Cartels of Undermine in The War Within and claim amazing rewards like goblin-inspired mounts, battle pets, tabards, and more.

Table of Contents

The Cartels of Undermine overview
1. The four Main Cartels of Undermine
2. The Hidden Fifth Cartel: Darkfuse Solutions
  1. What we know about Darkfuse Solutions
Weekly Cartel contracts
1. Benefits of a Cartel Contract:
Farming Renown with the Cartels of Undermine
Cartels of Undermine Renown tiers
Cartels of Undermine Renown rewards
Conclusion

Key takeaways:

Faction-Specific Rewards – Each Goblin cartel in Undermine offers unique reputation rewards, including mounts, toys, battle pets, and customization options for the G-99 Breakneck.
Renown Requirements – Many valuable rewards, such as faction tabards and mounts, require higher Renown standings, making reputation farming essential for collectors.
Location & Quartermasters – Each cartel has a dedicated Renown Quartermaster in a specific location within Undermine, where players can purchase their earned rewards.

With Patch 11.1: Undermine(d), the Cartels of Undermine emerge as one of The War Within’s fifth main Renown factions. This guide provides details on earning Renown with the Cartels of Undermine and a comprehensive breakdown of available rewards.

For more information on Patch 11.1, read Undermine(d) update overview.

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The Cartels of Undermine overview

Unlike traditional kingdoms or tribes, Undermine thrives under a system of Cartels. These factions operate as powerful economic and political entities, each vying for control over the city while working together to overthrow Jastor Gallywix’s tyrannical rule.

Players will align with one of four Cartels each week, earning Renown both with the overarching Cartels of Undermine faction and the selected Cartel.

The four Main Cartels of Undermine

Bilgewater Cartel – Innovative engineers and explosive experts, formerly aligned with the Horde.
Steamwheedle Cartel – The longest-standing Cartel, now specializing in high-quality alchemy under Noggenfogger’s leadership.
Blackwater Cartel – A seafaring Cartel focused on shipping, trade, and luxury services—mostly legal.
Venture Company – Industrialists willing to acquire resources by any means necessary.

Each Cartel operates out of its own home base, with the Incontinental Hotel serving as the faction’s central hub.

The Hidden Fifth Cartel: Darkfuse Solutions

Beyond the four main factions, a secret fifth Cartel, Darkfuse Solutions, exists. Founded by Gallywix himself, this faction operates in the shadows to protect his interests.

What we know about Darkfuse Solutions

Players cannot yet ally with Darkfuse Solutions, but it is expected to become available in post-Liberation of Undermine content.
Progressing with this faction will likely involve a new currency: Market Research Market Research.
Potential rewards include:
- Title: Darkfuse Diplomat
- Toy: Atomic Regoblinator (applies a temporary transformation)
- Mounts: Darkfuse Demolisher (shredder) & Darkfuse Spy-Eye (flying machine)

Weekly Cartel contracts

Players must sign a contract with one of the four Cartels each week via Kaydee Racketring at the Incontinental Hotel. This selection is Warband-bound, meaning that all characters share the same weekly choice.

Benefits of a Cartel Contract:

Unlocks Cartel-specific World Quests
Grants a weekly quest rewarding gear, upgrade stones, and gold
Provides unique objectives and faction-specific reputation gains

A contract lasts one week, and there are no retractions—choose wisely!

Farming Renown with the Cartels of Undermine

Players can earn Renown through various activities in Undermine, including:

Completing Cartel-specific World Quests
Finishing weekly quests such as Many Jobs, Handle It!
Defeating rare enemies in the region
Advancing through Undermine’s main questlines
Signing and fulfilling Cartel contracts

Cartels of Undermine Renown tiers

Cartels of Undermine renown rewards, Violet Armored Growler — (Renown mounts rewards, Source: Wowhead)

Cartels of Undermine renown rewards, The Topskimmer Special — (Renown mounts rewards, Source: Wowhead)

Renown 1 — A Deal’s a Deal

You have begun to gain Renown with the Cartels of Undermine.

Renown 2 — Scrappy S.C.R.A.P.per I

You have learned how to dig up trash at scrap heaps. Yay for Goblin ingenuity!

Renown 3 — Time is Money I

Speak to Smaks Topskimmer at the Incontinental Hotel to receive a bunch of Valorstones.

Renown 4 — One Man’s Trash…

You have unlocked the ability to find treasures in Shiny Trash Cans.
A Polished Shine I: Speak to Smaks Topskimmer at the Incontinental Hotel to receive a bundle of Resonance Crystals.

Renown 5 — Profession Recipes

You may purchase the following recipes from Smaks Topskimmer at the Incontinental Hotel:

Technique: Contract: The Cartels of Undermine
Technique: Vantus Rune: Liberation of Undermine
Schematic: 22H Slicks
Pattern: Charged Armor Kit

Renown 6 — Big Game Hunter

You’ve learned how to find some of the more notorious targets in Undermine.
Weathered Undermine Crests: Speak to Smaks Topskimmer at the Incontinental Hotel to receive a pouch of Weathered Undermine Crests.

Renown 7 — Scrappy S.C.R.A.P.per II

Your shovel rate at scrap heaps is increased, and you may purchase Kaja’Cola X-Treme from a Kaja’Cola Dispenser to provide further benefits at scrap heaps.

Keep on Walkin’: Speak to Smaks Topskimmer at the Incontinental Hotel to purchase a pair of ilvl 623 Veteran 1/8 Boots:

Slime-Slicked Slippers
Mostly Cobbled Shoes
Soot-Encrusted Kickers
Aqirite-Toe Boots

Renown 8 — Expert Haggler

Speak to Smaks Topskimmer at the Incontinental Hotel to learn how to better haggle with your contacts, gaining a 50% chance for increased rewards during your Shipping and Handling pit stops.
A Polished Shine II: Speak to Smaks Topskimmer at the Incontinental Hotel to receive a bundle of Resonance Crystals.

Renown 9 — Restored Coffer Key

Speak with Smaks Topskimmer at the Incontinental Hotel to receive a Restored Coffer Key.
Weathered Undermine Crests: Speak to Smaks Topskimmer at the Incontinental Hotel to receive a pouch of Weathered Undermine Crests.

Renown 10 — Tabard of Undermine

Speak to Smaks Topskimmer at the Incontinental Hotel to receive the Undermine Enforcer’s Padding tabard, showing your dedication to the Cartels of Undermine.

Renown 11 — Scrappy S.C.R.A.P.per III

Speak to Smaks Topskimmer at the Incontinental Hotel to learn how to find Gunk-Covered Thingy while assisting S.C.R.A.P.
Time is Money II: Speak to Smaks Topskimmer at the Incontinental Hotel to receive a bunch of Valorstones.

Renown 12 — Master Negotiator

Speak to Smaks Topskimmer at the Incontinental Hotel to learn how to further cut costs, guaranteeing an additional reward when taking pit stops while Shipping and Handling.
Carved Undermine Crests: Speak to Smaks Topskimmer at the Incontinental Hotel to receive a pouch of Carved Undermine Crests.

Renown 13 — … Is Another Man’s Treasure

Speak to Smaks Topskimmer at the Incontinental Hotel to learn how to dumpster dive, uncovering valuable materials within.
C.H.E.T.T.ing In: Speak to C.H.E.T.T. at the Incontinental Hotel to receive a C.H.E.T.T. List full of activities to complete for rewards.

Renown 14 — Kaja-Cola Collector

You now have a chance to uncover Vintage Kaja’Cola Cans while assisting S.C.R.A.P.

Reaching for Success: Speak to Smaks Topskimmer at the Incontinental Hotel to purchase a pair of ilvl 636 Champion 1/8 Gloves:

Craftsman’s Repurposed Mitts
Goblin Boxer’s Wraps
Undermine Smelter’s Gloves
Retired Bouncer’s Gauntlets

Renown 15 — No Laughing Matter

You may purchase the Violet Armored Growler, a hyena ground mount, from Smaks Topskimmer at the Incontinental Hotel.
Carved Crests Available: Speak to Smaks Topskimmer at the Incontinental Hotel to receive a pouch of Carved Undermine Crests.

Renown 16 — Scrappy S.C.R.A.P.per IV

You may now purchase Kaja’Cola X-Treme Mega-Can and Multi-Pack of Kaja’Cola from Kaja’Cola Dispensers at scrap heap job sites to provide stronger benefits to yourself or those around you.
Profession Knowledge Books: Speak to Smaks Topskimmer at the Incontinental Hotel to purchase knowledge books that give you 10 Profession Specialization points.

Renown 17 — Undermine Uniform

Speak to Smaks Topskimmer at the Incontinental Hotel to purchase pieces of cosmetic armor and ensembles.
Time is Money III: Speak to Smaks Topskimmer at the Incontinental Hotel to receive a bunch of Valorstones.

Renown 18 — Fly High… Or Not

Speak to Smaks Topskimmer at the Incontinental Hotel to purchase the Experimental Goblin Jetpack, a jetpack cosmetic cloak. Warning: Safety not guaranteed.
Carved Undermine Crests: Speak to Smaks Topskimmer at the Incontinental Hotel to receive a pouch of Carved Undermine Crests.

Renown 19 — Goblin Ingenuity

Speak to Smaks Topskimmer at the Incontinental Hotel to purchase GNZ Airmaster 9000, a new engine for your G-99 Breakneck. This engine increases the top speed of the G-99 Breakneck at the cost of acceleration.
Rocketman: Speak to Smaks Topskimmer at the Incontinental Hotel to purchase The Topskimmer Special, an oversized rocket to use as a dynamic mount. Fly at your own risk.

Renown 20 — Not Responsible for Loss of Life or Limb

You may bear the title %s the Explosive to honor your contributions to the Cartels of Undermine.
Enchanted Runed Undermine Crest: Speak to Smaks Topskimmer to receive an Enchanted Runed Undermine Crest, used as an optional reagent to increase a crafted item’s ilvl to 645 or higher.

Cartels of Undermine Renown rewards

Cartels of Undermine have individual rewards and general, let’s start with general rewards that don’t require reputation with a certain Cartel

Cartels of Undermine general rewards

Renown Quartermaster: Smaks Topskimmer [43.6, 50.8]
Location: In the lobby of the Incontinental Hotel in Undermine, just to the left of the reception desk

Item	Cost	Description	Requires Renown
Technique: Contract: The Cartels of Undermine	150 Artisan’s Acuity	Inscription technique for Contract: The Cartels of Undermine, granting additional reputation from World Quests in Khaz Algar	5
Technique: Vantus Rune: Liberation of Undermine	150 Artisan’s Acuity	Inscription technique for a Vantus rune increasing Versatility against a chosen boss in Liberation of Undermine	5
Schematic: 22H Slicks	150 Artisan’s Acuity	Engineering schematic for new wheels for the G-99 Breakneck, improving tuning but reducing stability in drifts	5
Pattern: Charged Armor Kit	150 Artisan’s Acuity	Leatherworking pattern for an armor kit increasing Primary stat and Stamina for Leg armor	5
Slime-Slicked Slippers	2600 Resonance Crystals	ilvl 623 Veteran 1/8 Cloth Boots	7
Mostly Cobbled Shoes	2600 Resonance Crystals	ilvl 623 Veteran 1/8 Leather Boots	7
Soot-Encrusted Kickers	2600 Resonance Crystals	ilvl 623 Veteran 1/8 Mail Boots	7
Aqirite-Toe Boots	2600 Resonance Crystals	ilvl 623 Veteran 1/8 Plate Boots	7
Craftsman’s Repurposed Mitts	3900 Resonance Crystals	ilvl 636 Champion 1/8 Cloth Hands	14
Goblin Boxer’s Wraps	3900 Resonance Crystals	ilvl 636 Champion 1/8 Leather Hands	14
Undermine Smelter’s Gloves	3900 Resonance Crystals	ilvl 636 Champion 1/8 Mail Hands	14
Retired Bouncer’s Gauntlets	3900 Resonance Crystals	ilvl 636 Champion 1/8 Plate Hands	14
Violet Armored Growler	8125 Resonance Crystals	Purple Goblin Hyena ground mount	15
Undermine Treatise on Alchemy	50 Artisan’s Acuity	Grants 10 Khaz Algar Alchemy Knowledge	16
Undermine Treatise on Blacksmithing	50 Artisan’s Acuity	Grants 10 Khaz Algar Blacksmithing Knowledge	16
Undermine Treatise on Enchanting	50 Artisan’s Acuity	Grants 10 Khaz Algar Enchanting Knowledge	16
Undermine Treatise on Herbalism	50 Artisan’s Acuity	Grants 10 Khaz Algar Herbalism Knowledge	16
Undermine Treatise on Inscription	50 Artisan’s Acuity	Grants 10 Khaz Algar Inscription Knowledge	16
Undermine Treatise on Jewelcrafting	50 Artisan’s Acuity	Grants 10 Khaz Algar Jewelcrafting Knowledge	16
Undermine Treatise on Leatherworking	50 Artisan’s Acuity	Grants 10 Khaz Algar Leatherworking Knowledge	16
Undermine Treatise on Mining	50 Artisan’s Acuity	Grants 10 Khaz Algar Mining Knowledge	16
Undermine Treatise on Skinning	50 Artisan’s Acuity	Grants 10 Khaz Algar Skinning Knowledge	16
Undermine Treatise on Tailoring	50 Artisan’s Acuity	Grants 10 Khaz Algar Tailoring Knowledge	16
Undermine Enforcer’s Helmet	1625 Resonance Crystals	Cosmetic Helm with a Goblin-inspired appearance	17
Undermine Enforcer’s Spikes	3250 Resonance Crystals	Cosmetic Shoulders with a Goblin-inspired appearance	17
Smartest in Town’s Attire	9750 Resonance Crystals	Goblin Alchemist-inspired Cloth ensemble set	17
Slickest in Town’s Attire	9750 Resonance Crystals	Goblin Racer-inspired Leather ensemble set	17
Craftiest in Town’s Attire	9750 Resonance Crystals	Goblin Scientist-inspired Mail ensemble set	17
Toughest in Town’s Attire	9750 Resonance Crystals	Goblin Bouncer-inspired Plate ensemble set	17
The Topskimmer Special	11375 Resonance Crystals	Purple Goblin Rocket, a dynamic mount	19
GNZ Airmaster 9000	Free	Engine for the G-99 Breakneck. Increases top speed at the cost of acceleration	19

Now let’s take a look at the four Cartels

Bilgewater Cartel reputation rewards

Renown Quartermaster: Rocco Razzboom [39.0, 22.1]
Location: In the Scrapshop building at the Bilgewater Flats area of Undermine

Item	Cost	Reputation	Notes
The Ol’ Low-and-Slow	975 Resonance Crystals	Honored	Adds a new horn option to the G-99 Breakneck.
Bilgewater Cartel Banner	5000 Resonance Crystals	Honored	Toy that plants a Bilgewater Cartel banner to the floor. 3-minute cooldown.
Bilgewater Junkhauler	6500 Resonance Crystals	Revered	Red goblin robot Mechanical Battle Pet.
Storefront-in-a-Box	5000 Resonance Crystals	Revered	Toy that summons a goblin market stall. Can only be used outdoors. 15-minute cooldown.
Crimson Armored Growler	8125 Resonance Crystals	Exalted	Red goblin hyena ground mount.
Bilgewater Undermine Tabard	1625 Resonance Crystals	Exalted	Maroon-colored tabard with two cream crossed wrenches as the crest.
Paint: Redlining Red	1350 Resonance Crystals	Exalted	Adds a red paint job option to the G-99 Breakneck.

Steamwheedle Cartel Reputation Rewards

Renown Quartermaster: Lab Assistant Laszly [27.1, 72.5]
Location: In the Steamwheedle Laboratory building at the Vatworks area of Undermine

Item	Cost	Reputation	Notes
Maniacal Melodies	975 Resonance Crystals	Honored	Adds a new horn option to the G-99 Breakneck.
Steamwheedle Cartel Banner	5000 Resonance Crystals	Honored	Toy that drops a Steamwheedle Cartel banner to the ground. 3-minute cooldown.
Eepy	6500 Resonance Crystals	Revered	Green goblin hyena Beast Battle Pet.
Everlasting Noggenfogger Elixir	5000 Resonance Crystals	Revered	Toy that grants a random Noggenfogger Elixir effect. No cooldown, but costs 50 per use.
Mean Green Flying Machine	11375 Resonance Crystals	Exalted	Green goblin flying machine dynamic mount.
Steamwheedle Undermine Tabard	1625 Resonance Crystals	Exalted	Tabard is olive green with a beige top, and a mint green cogwheel covered by a wrench as a crest.
Paint: Goblin Green	1350 Resonance Crystals	Exalted	Adds a green paint job option to the G-99 Breakneck.

Blackwater Cartel Reputation Rewards

Renown Quartermaster: Boatswain Hardee [63.4, 16.8]
Location: In the Port Authority building at the Blackwater Marina area of Undermine

Item	Cost	Reputation	Notes
The Buzzer	975 Resonance Crystals	Honored	Adds a new horn option for the G-99 Breakneck.
Blackwater Cartel Banner	5000 Resonance Crystals	Honored	Toy that drops a Blackwater Cartel banner to the ground. 3-minute cooldown.
Wavebreaker Mechasaur	6500 Resonance Crystals	Revered	Blue baby mecha devilsaur Mechanical Battle Pet.
Personal Fishing Barge	5000 Resonance Crystals	Revered	Toy that summons a personal fishing barge, allowing you to raft across water.
Blackwater Shredder Deluxe Mk 2	8125 Resonance Crystals	Exalted	Blue goblin shredder ground mount.
Blackwater Undermine Tabard	1625 Resonance Crystals	Exalted	Tabard is a muted blue with two white crossed swords as a crest.
Paint: Body Roll Blue	1350 Resonance Crystals	Exalted	Adds a blue paint job option to the G-99 Breakneck.

Venture Company Reputation Rewards

Renown Quartermaster: Shredz the Scrapper [53.2, 72.6]
Location: In the Venture Plaza building at the Venturewood area of Undermine

Item	Cost	Reputation	Notes
The Whole Brass Band	975 Resonance Crystals	Honored	Adds a new horn option to the G-99 Breakneck.
Venture Co. Banner	5000 Resonance Crystals	Honored	Toy that drops a Venture Co. banner to the ground. 3-minute cooldown.
Rocketfist	6500 Resonance Crystals	Revered	Yellow mecha baby gorilla Mechanical Battle Pet.
Throwin’ Sawblade	5000 Resonance Crystals	Revered	Toy that tosses a sawblade to a friendly player. 5-second cooldown.
Ocher Delivery Rocket	11375 Resonance Crystals	Exalted	Yellow rocket dynamic mount.
Venture Co. Undermine Tabard	1625 Resonance Crystals	Exalted	Tabard is ochre with a cream pickaxe and a cogwheel as a crest.
Paint: Yellow Cake Yellow	1350 Resonance Crystals	Exalted	Adds a yellow paint job option to the G-99 Breakneck.

Conclusion

The Cartels of Undermine offer a variety of exciting rewards for adventurers seeking renown within their ranks. Whether you’re after unique mounts, stylish cosmetic items, powerful crafting recipes, or mechanical upgrades for your G-99 Breakneck, each cartel has something valuable to offer. From the vibrant streets of Undermine to the depths of its industrial and mercantile districts, your reputation with these factions will unlock new opportunities to showcase your allegiance and goblin ingenuity.

If you want to quickly increase your reputation with your chosen faction, consider a WoW boost to speed up the process and unlock rewards faster.

No matter which cartel you choose to support, building renown in The War Within is a rewarding journey filled with exclusive perks and treasures!

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