World of Warcraft Classic fans have something fresh on the horizon. Blizzard has officially announced that Phase 8 of the Season of Discovery kicks off on April 8. This update brings a slew of new outdoor and profession features in New Avalon—a town that’s making its first appearance in Vanilla WoW. Originally, New Avalon was seen in the Death Knight starting experience from Wrath of the Lich King, acting as a Scarlet Crusade outpost. Now, it’s reimagined for classic gameplay, offering players unique crafting recipes and rewards as they team up with a faction of the Scarlet Crusade to infiltrate enemy lines.

But that’s just the beginning. On April 10 at 1 PM PDT, the new Scarlet Enclave raid goes live. In this raid, a sinister force has taken over the Scarlet headquarters at Tyr’s Hand, and 20 to 40 players will need to work together to take down eight challenging bosses. Datamined hints suggest that you might even encounter some familiar faces—rumors point to a living version of Forsaken leader Lilian Voss among the bosses, so be ready for the unexpected.

Adding to the excitement, a new Legendary weapon questline will also open on April 10. Tailored for Warriors, Hunters, and Paladins, this questline revolves around what appears to be the long-awaited Ashbringer—a two-handed sword steeped in WoW lore. While Blizzard remains tight-lipped about the finer details, early clues hint that players may need to venture to Mount Hyjal to purify this “fallen weapon” and unlock its true potential.

Season of Discovery has already brought us some standout moments with unique instances like the Molten Core boss and the Karazhan Crypts dungeon in Phase 7. However, Phase 8 is set apart as the first update packed entirely with original content, promising an entirely new experience that redefines classic gameplay.

So, mark your calendars, gather your guildmates, and get ready for one of the most intriguing and original updates to World of Warcraft Classic. Whether you’re a veteran hero or a newcomer ready to explore Azeroth’s mysteries, Phase 8 of the Season of Discovery is one adventure you won’t want to miss.