Patch 11.1 goes live on February 25: Undermine(d) update
Dive into The War Within Season 2 with new dungeons, raids, PvP battles, and Mythic+ challenges! Conquer Undermine, earn exclusive rewards, and face off against powerful foes starting March 4.
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Key takeaways:
Patch 11.1 brings lots of new content to the game. Here are some of the most important features:
- New zone – Undermine.
- New raid – Liberation of Undermine.
- New dungeon – Operation: Floodgate.
- New Mythic Plus rotation, affixes, and rewards.
- Two new Delves and Underpin challenge.
- New PvP arena and rewards.
- And many more!
The wait is almost over! World of Warcraft players will soon delve deep into the heart of goblin ingenuity with the release of the Undermine(d) content update on February 25, 2025. This update, part of The War Within expansion, introduces an expansive new zone, thrilling adventures, and major gameplay additions, including a brand-new raid, dungeon, PvP arena, and more.
For information regarding patch 11.1 update, read Patch 11.1 overview.
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Explore the Goblin Capital: Undermine
Explore Undermine, a vibrant center of goblin industry where trade, innovation, and rivalry shape daily life. The city is home to four influential cartels—Bilgewater, Steamwheedle, Blackwater, and Venture Co.—each vying for dominance. Players will engage with the city’s intricate political landscape, learn more about goblin society, and encounter the ambitions of Trade Prince Gallywix, as well as the growing presence of Xal’atath.
New Raid: Liberation of Undermine
Prepare for an explosive showdown in the Liberation of Undermine raid, where adventurers will challenge eight formidable bosses, culminating in a battle against Chrome King Gallywix. For more information regarding the new raid, read the Liberation of Undermine overview.
The raid unlock schedule is as follows:
- March 5: Raid Finder Wing 1 (Cauldron of Carnage, Rik Reverb)
- March 12: Raid Finder Wing 2 (Sprocketmonger Lockenstock, Stix Bunkjunker)
- March 19: Raid Finder Wing 3 (Vexie and the Geargrinders, One-Armed Bandit, Mug’Zee)
- March 26: Raid Finder Wing 4 (Final boss: Chrome King Gallywix)
- March 11: Story Mode
The War Within Season 2 start date
The War Within Season 2 launches on March 4, bringing an array of new challenges, dungeons, a raid, and PvP content. Prepare to venture deeper into the Undermine with new Delves, a Mythic+ dungeon rotation, a brand-new raid, and exclusive seasonal rewards.
Get ready for new challenges in The War Within Season 2 with a new raid, new Mythic+ dungeon rotation, fresh Delves, and a new PvP season. Season 2 also features exclusive rewards such as Ahead of the Curve, Cutting Edge, Keystone Master, and Gladiator achievements.
New Dungeon: Operation: Floodgate
A race against time unfolds as players battle to stop Darkfuse and Venture Co. from sabotaging a dam that could devastate The Ringing Deeps. Operation: Floodgate would be available
| Dungeon Name | Location | Difficulties | Bosses |
|---|---|---|---|
| Operation: Floodgate | The Ringing Deeps | Heroic, Mythic, Mythic+ | 4 |
Mythic+ Dungeon rotation
Season 2 introduces a new dungeon lineup, featuring five War Within dungeons and three returning from previous expansions:
| New War Within Dungeons | Returning Dungeons |
|---|---|
| Operation: Floodgate | The Motherlode (BfA) |
| Cinderbrew Meadery | Mechagon – Workshop (BfA) |
| The Rookery | Theatre of Pain (Shadowlands) |
| Darkflame Cleft | |
| Priory of the Sacred Flame |
Mythic+ Feats of strength & rewards
| Achievement | Requirement | Reward |
|---|---|---|
| Keystone Conqueror | 1500 Rating | Title: “the Enterprising” |
| Keystone Master | 2000 Rating | Crimson Shreddertank Mount |
| Keystone Legend | 3000 Rating | Enterprising Shreddertank Mount |
New affixes
- Xal’atath’s Bargain: Pulsar – Pulsars orbit players and must be intercepted in time
- Xal’atath’s Guile – Keystones above +12 increase enemy health/damage by 12% per level
- Xal’atath’s Bargain: Voidbound – Dark Prayer now has a 15-second cast time, buffing enemies upon completion
New World Boss: The Gobfather
The Gobfather, once the pride of the Bilgewater Cartel, has malfunctioned, threatening Undermine.
Defeat The Gobfather for powerful gear:
| Slot | Loot |
|---|---|
| Chest | Darkfuse Dinner Jacket, Steadfast Contender’s Breastplate |
| Legs | Pilot’s Oiled Trousers, Horn-Adorned Chausses |
| Feet | Champion’s Gilded Stompers, Mechanic’s Shoes |
Season 2 Meta-achievements
Master Blaster Achievement
Earn a Crystallized Essence of Kaja’mite (Catalyst Charge) by completing one of the following:
- 1600+ Rated PvP Rating
- 2000+ Mythic+ Rating
- Defeat Chrome King Gallywix on Heroic or Mythic
Dressed to the Mines Achievement
Unlock the Gallagio Highroller’s Bombstone effect for the Liberation of Undermine armor set by completing one of the following:
- Mythic: Chrome King Gallywix
- Keystone Hero (2500+ Mythic+ Rating)
- Elite PvP Rank
Season 2 Delves: Two new Delves & seasonal updates
Season 2 of The War Within will introduce two new delves—Side Street Sluice and Excavation Site 9—offering fresh challenges, increased difficulty scaling, and new rewards at higher tiers:
| Delve Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Sidestreet Sluice | Explore the backstreets of Undermine |
| Excavation Site 9 | Uncover ancient secrets below The Ringing Deeps |
Additionally, a new tank specialization for Brann Bronzebeard is introduced!
The Underpin challenge
The notorious goblin “The Underpin” has stolen Brann’s hat, and players must track him down in a Tier 8 Delve to reclaim it!
Delver’s Journey progression
Season 2 Delve progression unlocks new rewards, including mount customizations and Warband Campsites.
| Progress | Reward | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 4,200 | Flamethrower Schematic | Delver’s Gob-Trotter Flamethrower |
| 12,600 | Harpoon Schematic | Delver’s Gob-Trotter Harpoon |
| 29,400 | Delve-O-Bot 7001 | Toy that teleports to a random Delve |
| 42,000 | Nightfall Sanctum Camp | New Warband Campsite |
PvP Season 2: New Arena, rewards & titles
PvP Arena: Cage of Carnage
A brutal close-quarters arena, where players drop in through trap doors, facing off in a metal battleground with ramps at every corner. PvP enthusiasts will battle it out in Cage of Carnage, a tight, trap-laden arena set in the Demolition Dome, where players fight in chaotic, close-quarters combat with hazardous ramps and pitfalls.
Season 2 PvP rewards
| Achievement | Requirement | Reward |
|---|---|---|
| Gladiator | Win 50 games (2400 Rating) | Prized Gladiator’s Fel Bat Mount |
| Strategist | Win 25 Battleground Blitz matches (Elite Rank) | Title: “Strategist” + Prized Legend’s Pennant |
| Legend | Win 100 Solo Shuffle rounds (Elite Rank) | Title: “Legend” + Prized Legend’s Pennant |
| Prized Warlord / Prized Marshal | Top 0.1% in Rated Battleground Blitz | Exclusive Titles |
PvP Class Sets for all classes will be available in Season 2, featuring unique designs inspired by Undermine’s criminal underworld. And if you want to learn more about other new mounts coming to the game, read our All patch 11.1 mounts article
Plunderstorm ends February 25
With the launch of Undermine(d), the popular Plunderstorm event will come to a close. Players have until the update’s release to spend their Plunder, complete challenges, and claim exclusive rewards.
User interface updates & Warband login screens
Players can also look forward to new UI improvements and four new Warband login screen backgrounds, including Ohn’ahran Overlook, Cultists’ Quay, Feywold Spring, and Gallagio Grand Gallerie.
Conclusion
With The War Within Season 2, Azeroth’s champions will face new dungeons, raids, Mythic+ challenges, PvP battles, Delves, and powerful foes. Whether you’re storming Liberation of Undermine, diving into Operation: Floodgate, hunting down The Gobfather, or dominating the Cage of Carnage, there’s something for everyone.
Season 2’s rewards are bigger than ever, with exclusive mounts, armor sets, and achievements awaiting those who prove their mettle. Will you stand with Gazlowe against Gallywix, or fall beneath the weight of Undermine’s chaos?
Prepare for the Undermine(d) Update on February 25—Season 2 launches March 4. See you in the Ringing Deeps!
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