Uldaman is located in the north of the Badlands, just south of Loch Modan. It is a medium sized instance for both Alliance and Horde players, however it is more easily accessible to Alliance players as it requires travel through enemy territory to get to it if you are Horde.



Time



Uldaman take approximately 90 minutes to 2 hours, depending on party level and skill.



Levels



Uldaman is meant for characters level 44-50ish. You can continue to make loot and experience runs through Uldaman to about level 50, but after that the experience gains are not worth the effort.



The MOBs in Uldaman range from 37 elite to 46 elite. The quest MOBs are up to 48 elite.



Map



We have put together a map that shows the layout of Uldaman and marks the location of all the key named MOBs and the key locations. The map can be found here.



Tactics



Since it a fairly long Instance to run through, and there are various quests and special mobs to kill, it is obvious that there are certain tactics that need to be followed in order to succeed in the Uldaman.

The MOBs in Uldaman range from 37-45 elite and are generally found in groups of 4-5, with the occasional group of 5 or even 6. You will note that the levels of the MOBS increase dynamically as you go further into the Instance.

Being a level 44-50 instance, with the MOBs being 37-46 elite you will HAVE to work together as a team, especially if you are at the low end of the level scale. Most players in the correct level range will not be able to handle an elite MOB of their level or higher on their own. The best tactic to deal with this is to designate a single player to pull MOBs and be careful to not pull anything other than what is planned. If you are the puller always plan the pull carefully. This means, watching for patrols, movement of MOBs, and party health and mana. If you do these things even a party of all 45-47 characters stands an excellent chance at finishing the instance.

There are several key tactical issues to keep in mind for this specific instance.

In Uldaman it is critical to know the MOBs your fighting. For example, the Earthen later on in the Instance are immune to several types of magic, including polymorph and fire. Later on, the Troggs begin to deal a large amount of damage (in the area of about 600 a hit to an all cloth wearer), so it is important to let the Tank keep agro on these specific MOBs.

If you chose to go through the Front door of Uldaman, then it is suggestible to get both pieces of the Staff of Prehistoria, so that you can fight the Giant Ironaya. To get the staff you will need to collect both pieces, the first one off the chest located by the “Lost Dwarves” who will need to be fought if you are Horde. The second piece is located off the boss MOB Revlosh, right before the room where you summon the giant.

Another thing to be wary of in the Instance, is the mine pits full of Scorpids. These scorpids come in a mass (about 10-15) and need to be AoE to death or they will overrun the party. Be sure to keep the Mage/Warlock healed and everything should go good against these mobs.

When it comes to the later MOBs (the Earthen + Golems before Archaedes) please be sure to deal with the casters first, then the golem, and finally the remaining Earthen. The Earthen casters have powerful fire spells teamed with curses that will increase fire




Party Composition



As this is still a mid level instance, party composition plays a huge factor. Player levels will come into play as a close second. You need to ensure that you have at least a one player at the upper end of the level range to help out against the named MOBs, preferably the Tank (or warrior) of the group, and one leather/cloth/mail wearer, to allow maximum loot division.



As in any group you will want someone in the party that can heal (preferably Druid or Priest) and someone who can tank. Extra DPS is needed against some of the higher level MOBS and named MOBS of the Instance (ex. Archaedes) as they will turn into drawn out fights that healers won’t be able to last with the opposing DPS hitting the party. This is why it is key to have at least 2-3 DPS classes along.



Quests

There are 9 faction specific quests for the Horde, 13 quests that are Alliance specific and 2 quests that are accessible for both factions in Uldaman.



Horde Faction Quests



Necklace Recovery

Faction: Horde

Starting + End NPC Location: Dran Droffers / Orgrimmar

Level Obtained: 37

Quest Level: 41

XP Reward: 250-2450xp

Objectives: Look for a valuable necklace within the Uldaman dig site and bring it back to Dran Droffers in Orgrimmar. The necklace may be damaged.



Notes: Whilst slightly confusing, the item that Dran is looking for is the “Shattered Necklace”. The fact that as Horde you cannot get the quest from it doesn’t matter. Just take it back to Dran to complete the quest. The item itself drops off any mob inside the Instance and even in the exterior parts of it.



Necklace Recovery, Take 2

Faction: Horde

Start + End NPC / Location: Dran Droffers/ Orgrimmar

Level Obtained: 37

Quest Level: 41

XP Reward: 250-2450xp

Objectives: Find a clue as to the gems' whereabouts in the depths of Uldaman.



Notes: You can find what you’re looking for off the dead Paladin located right by the front of the Instance. He is off to the east of the room containing Revlosh.



Translating the Journal

Faction: Horde

Start NPC / Location: Dead Paladin/ Uldaman

End NPC / Location: Jarkal Mossmeld / Kargath

Level Obtained: 37

Quest Level: 42

XP Reward: 350-700xp

Objectives: Find Find someone who can translate the paladin's journal. The closest location that might have someone is Kargath, in the Badlands.



Notes: Take the journal from the Paladin and go to Kargath to get it checked.



Translating the Journal

Faction: Horde

Start+ End NPC / Location: Jarkal Mossmeld / Kargath

Level Obtained: 37

Quest Level: 42

XP Reward: 35-91xp

Objectives: Let Jarkal borrow the necklace. In exchange, he will translate the journal for you.



Uldaman Reagent Run

Faction: Horde

Start + End NPC / Location: Jarkal Mossmeld / Kargath

Level Obtained: 36

Quest Level: 42

XP Reward: 350-700xp

Item Reward: Restorative Potion x5

Objectives: Bring 12 Magenta Fungus Caps to Jarkal Mossmeld in Kargath.



Notes: The fungus caps are scattered about the dig site (outside the actual instance) and seem to have a higher spawn near the fires inside. This quest is in a chain and requires Badlands Reagent Run completed.



Reclaimed Treasures

Faction: Horde

Start + End NPC / Location: Patrick Garrett / Undercity

Level Obtained: 33

Quest Level: 43

XP Reward: 650-1750xp

Objectives: Get Patrick Garrett's family treasure from their family chest in the South Common Hall of Uldaman, and bring it to him in the Undercity.



Notes: When standing in Dig One of Uldaman looking at the instance, the cave is West of the instance portal, the box is in the last room of the cavern in the SE corner behind a column.



Find the Gems and Power Source

Faction: Horde

Start + End NPC / Location: Jarkal Mossmeld / Kargath

Level Obtained: 37

Quest Level: 44

XP Reward: 380-3550xp

Objectives: Recover all three gems and a power source for the necklace from Uldaman, and then bring them to Jarkal Mossmeld in Kargath. Jarkal believes a power source might be found on the strongest construct present in Uldaman.



Notes:
From the journal, you know...

* The ruby has been stashed in a barricaded Shadowforge area.

* The topaz has been hidden in an urn in one of the Trogg areas, near some Alliance dwarves.

* The sapphire has been claimed by Grimlok, the trogg leader.

The Power source is located off Archaedes, the final boss in Uldaman.



Deliver the Gems

Faction: Horde

Start NPC / Location: Jarkal Mossmeld / Kargath

End NPC / Location: Dran Droffers / Orgrimmar

Level Obtained: 41

Quest Level: 44

XP Reward: 190-1850xp

Objectives: Get Deliver the Necklace and Gem Salvage to Dran Droffers in Orgrimmar.



Necklace Recovery, Take 3

Faction: Horde

Start NPC/ Location: Dran Droffers / Orgrimmar

End NPC/ Location: Jarkal Mossmeld / Kargath

Level Obtained: 41

Quest Level: 44

XP Reward: 550-5600xp

Item Reward: Jarkal's Enchanted Necklace (Rare Necklace)
Objectives: Visit Jarkal Mossmeld in Kargath to see if he was successful.



Notes: Completing this quest is the end of the chain and will yield a rare necklace.



The Platinum Discs

Faction: Horde

Start NPC/ Location: The Discs of Norgannon / Uldaman

End NPC/ Location: Sage Truthseeker / Thunder Bluff

Level Obtained: 40

Quest Level: 47

XP Reward: 5250xp

Objectives: Take the miniature version of the Discs of Norgannon to the one of the sages in Thunder Bluff.



Notes: The discs are located in the room right after battling the last boss. After a small scene is played involving the history of the Earthen/Dwarves/Troggs, you can continue to Thunder Bluff to complete the quest.

Alliance Faction Quests



A Sign of Hope

Faction: Alliance

Start NPC / Location: Prospector Ryedol / Ironforge.

End NPC / Location: Hammertoe Grez / Ironforge.

Level Obtained: 35

Quest Level: 35

XP Reward: 280-2200

Objectives: Find Hammertoe Grez in Uldaman.



Notes: This quest is a chain which requires the crumpled map to start. The map is found north east in the badlands and is a physical object and not a drop. It can be found on a table by 2 dwarves. For those who have Cosmos UI installed it is at 53,34.



Agmond’s Fate

Faction: Alliance

Start + End NPC / Location: Prospector Ironband / Loch Modan.

Level Obtained: 31

Quest Level: 38

XP Reward: 290-2850

Item Reward: Prospector Gloves (Leather Hands)
Objectives: Bring 4 Carved Stone Urns to Prospector Ironband in Loch Modan.



Notes: The urns are located in the Dig Site before the actual Instance. Thus you can just go around the site collecting them without even needing to enter the Instance itself.



The Lost Dwarves

Faction: Alliance

Start NPC / Location: Prospector Stormpike / Ironforge.

End NPC / Location: Baelog / Uldaman
Level Obtained: 35

Quest Level: 40

XP Reward: 30-341

Objectives: Find Baelog in Uldaman.



Notes: If you enter through the main Entrance (Dig 2) then head immediately left, you will see a tunnel that leads from the stone rooms into another mine shaft. The Lost Dwarves are in here.



Amulet of Secrets

Faction: Alliance

Start + End NPC / Location: Hammertoe Grez / Uldaman

Level Obtained: 36

Quest Level: 40

XP Reward: 341-3150

Objectives: Bring Find Hammertoe's Amulet and return it to him in Uldaman.



Notes: The bearer of the Amulet; Magregan Deepshadow patrols outside the actual Instance in the dig area. Kill him to get the amulet.



The Shattered Necklace

Faction: Alliance

Start NPC / Location: Shattered Necklace / Uldaman

End NPC / Location: Talvash del Kissel / Ironforge

Level Obtained: 37

Quest Level: 41

XP Reward: 330-3300

Objectives: Search for the original creator of the shattered necklace to learn of its potential value.



Notes: The necklace is a random drop all over Uldaman, even in the Dig site outside the actual Instance.



Lore for a Price

Faction: Alliance

Start + End NPC / Location: Talvash del Kissel / Ironforge

Level Obtained: 37

Quest Level: 41

XP Reward: 250-2450

Objectives Bring five silver bars to Talvash del Kissel in Ironforge.



Notes: Giving TdK these 5 bars opens up the next quest in the series “Back to Uldaman”.



Back to Uldaman

Faction: Alliance

Start NPC / Location: Talvash del Kissel / Ironforge

End NPC / Location: Remains of a Paladin / Uldaman

Level Obtained: 37

Quest Level: 42

XP Reward: 260

Objectives Search for clues as to the current disposition of Talvash's necklace within Uldaman. The slain paladin he mentioned was the person who has it last.



Notes: You can find what you’re looking for off the dead Paladin located right by the front of the Instance. He is off to the east of the room containing Revlosh.



Uldaman Reagent Run

Faction: Alliance

Start + End NPC / Location: Ghak Healtouch / Loch Modan

Level Obtained: 38

Quest Level: 42

XP Reward: 350-3450

Item Reward: Restorative Potion x5

Objectives: Bring 12 Magenta Fungus Caps to Ghak Healtouch in Thelsamar.



Notes: The fungus caps are scattered about the dig site (outside the actual instance) and seem to have a higher spawn near the fires inside. This quest is in a chain and requires Badlands Reagent Run completed.



Reclaimed Treasures

Faction: Alliance

Start + End NPC / Location: Krom Stoutarm / Ironforge

Level Obtained: 33

Quest Level: 43

XP Reward: 360-3600

Objectives: Get Krom Stoutarm's treasured possession from his chest in the North Common Hall of Uldaman, and bring it to him in Ironforge..



Find the Gems

Faction: Alliance

Start NPC / Location: Remains of a Paladin / Uldaman

End NPC / Location: Talvash’s Scrying Bowl / Uldaman

Level Obtained: 37

Quest Level: 43

XP Reward: 360-3600

Objectives: Find the ruby, sapphire, and topaz that are scattered throughout Uldaman. Once acquired, contact Talvash del Kissel remotely by using the Phial of Scrying he previously gave you..



Notes: From the journal, you know...

* The ruby has been stashed in a barricaded Shadowforge area.

* The topaz has been hidden in an urn in one of the Trogg areas, near some Alliance dwarves.

* The sapphire has been claimed by Grimlok, the trogg leader.



Restoring the Necklace

Faction: Alliance

Start NPC / Location: Talvash’s Scrying Bowl / Uldaman

End NPC / Location: Talvash del Kissel / Ironforge

Level Obtained: 38

Quest Level: 44

XP Reward: 95-925

Objectives: Obtain a power source from the most powerful construct you can find in Uldaman, and deliver it to Talvash del Kissel in Ironforge.



Notes: The Power source is located off Archaedes, the final boss in Uldaman.



The Lost Tablets of Will

Faction: Alliance

Start + End NPC / Location: Advisor Belgrum / Ironforge

Level Obtained: 38

Quest Level: 45

XP Reward: 575-5850

Item Reward: Medal of Courage (Necklace)

Objectives: Bring Find the Tablet of Will, and return them to Advisor Belgrum in Ironforge.



Notes: The Tablet is located in the same room as Galgann Firehammer, a small enclave of Shadowforge dwarves. They can be found just before Grimlock in the later half of the Instance



The Platinum Discs

Faction: Alliance

Start NPC / Location: The Discs of Norgannon / Uldaman

End NPC / Location: High Explorer Magellas / Ironforge

Level Obtained: 40

Quest Level: 47

XP Reward: 525-5250

Objectives: Bring Take the miniature version of the Discs of Norgannon to the Explorers' League in Ironforge.



Notes: The discs are located in the room right after battling the last boss. After a small scene is played involving the history of the Earthen/Dwarves/Troggs, you can continue to Ironforge to complete the quest.



Dual Faction Quests



Power Stones

Faction: Alliance and Horde

Start + End NPC / Location: Rigglefuzz / Badlands.

Level Obtained: 30

Quest Level: 36

XP Reward: 350

Item Reward: Duracin Bracers (Leather Wrist), or Energized Stone Circle (Shield), or Everlast Boots (Cloth Feet)

Objectives: Bring 8 Dentrium Power Stones and 8 An'Alleum Power Stones to Rigglefuzz in the Badlands.



Notes: The stones drop off the elite dark dwarves outside of the Instance, so you can collect them all before even entering the Instance itself.



Solution to Doom

Faction: Alliance and Horde

Start + End NPC / Location: Theldurin the Lost / Badlands.

Level Obtained: 30

Quest Level: 40

XP Reward: 341-3150

Item Reward: Doomsayer’s Robes (Cloth Chest)
Objectives: Bring the Tablet of Ryun'eh to Theldurin the Lost.



Notes: The Tablet is located outside of the actual Uldaman Instance, in the Sealed Hall before the Instance Portal.