Hey people, here's the latest on hosting your own TurtleWoW with bots: this is automatically rebuilt Docker server, open source and linked to Shyalya's fork, so everyday it gets newest fixes, which you can apply with one click using my scripts

I rebuilt it for any CPU, so as soon as you have enough RAM, you will always get newest, stable, safe TurtleWoW 1.18.1 server with bots, which are quite advanced. Also I added scripts to start\stop the server, create account, repair database if needed, and also backup and update it all, so you don't have to use a single command - get it and run it!

You will need extracted data files, which you can get from my previous version of the server, all the links are on YT, because there are too many of them to post here, there are client, server, github, docker links, so check them out there

If you have any suggestions about tweaking default config values - feel free to send them anywhere! I have never done any repacks myself, but would be glad to tailor a good twow repack for everyone to enjoy!

Hey people, just want to share this vid on WoWee, some of you asked me to make it, this is basically remade WoW client with Vulkan and a few new graphical tweaks such as upscaling

It supports 3 expansions and TurtleWoW, so I suppose it belongs in this subreddit, as it is PLAYABLE on four of these servers. It may seem broken, but developer is super friendly and makes new commits at lightspeed. Performance is different per zone, so don't worry if it's laggy, it is getting fixed!

All the server tutorial links are on YT, but if you have your own server already, you only need this project's GitHub link, which is here: https://github.com/Kelsidavis/WoWee

It is open-source, you can compile it yourself if you're worried, and hope you at least have some fun with that!

As the days grow shorter, the gates of Pandaria are almost upon us…

Join us and experience our project for yourself — Pandaria awaits!

The gates open on August 29th.
Will you answer the call?

For Azeroth. For Pandaria.

I have been working on a project ever since TWoW was killed. A much harder, social experience oriented Classic + server built in 3.3.5a client, (with all post Classic content ripped out/reworked) that combines some of the best elements of the servers and games I played in these past few years. Slow and steady progression from TWoW, with RPG elements of Ascension WoW, freedom of Wallcraft, difficulty of Soulslike and atmosphere of Darkest Dungeon.

I managed to rebuild their entire worldforged and immersive item drops from mobs, and de-homogenization of every single NPC in the game, pretty much remaking their RPG creature system and then going even deeper, with expanded rock-scissors-paper approach to combat.

But the cream of the crop isn't even all that, but a stress mechanic. No longer you're a genocidal murder hobo beating to death endless hordes of nameless goons and occasional named mob, now you have your mental well being to take care of.

I am trying to put RPG back into the MMORPG, and I thought the best idea to do it is to start borrowing the psychological system from Darkest Dungeon and wiring it into the world of warcraft. Like your character accumulates stress while they're out adventuring, more in the darker, unnatural places of world, in dungeons, deep in hostile faction territory, and worse still if you're hungry or thirsty (later on I would bring in different debuffs depending on did you take damage, did you see ally die or you fought a creature that isn't of this world). Hit the cap and you don't just get a debuff, you break and how you break depends on who you are. Warlocks start hearing whispers of something on the other side of the summoning portal that isn't the demon they called or they turn on them, or they just fucking die and spawn a Fel Guard out of their corpse ala Doom or Warp. Priests find that the Light still answers, but the tempo is slightly wrong with varying spell timers. Death knights, Forsaken and Darkfallen hear the Lich King again, fucking with them on basis of class. Roughly a quarter of the time (that chance increases the more spirit you have) you don't break at all, you come out the other side with a virtue/big temporary buff on par of worldbuffs instead (which would be class specific buff taken out of a deck of option), and the same fault line becomes a strength. Spirit is the stat that governs all of it: it slows stress accrual and improves your odds of a breakthrough over a breakdown, which finally gives vanilla's deadest stat a job that every class wants + on level 60, 100 spirit translates into 50% more procs for items or spells. Clearing stress means going home, inns, cities, and vice districts where you can drink, gamble, pray, or find pretty looking pillow company, each with its own cost, its own buff, and its own way of going sideways.

The whole idea is the return to the Hamlet, the inn, the town after every adventure and interact with people around you.

The world is built on top of OpenAzeroth project, with great chunks of TWoW content being absorbed where I saw fit (mostly the islands, dungeons, raids and Hyjal).

Still some errors persist.

TWoW islands aren't showing yet

Is this peak race selection or what?

Playable ogres, this is before I finished the geosets

Death Knights start at level 1 with tuned down abilities in Undead starting area, they are faction locked to Horde Forsaken/Darkfallen

Paladins are Alliance only class, just like Allah intended. Shamans are split between both factions

All immersive drops, will have these DarkSouls/Deepest Dungeon inspired descriptions (that tell small stories and/or lore bits) and on use effects that emulate some of the much expanded abilities and spells of way way harder NPCs you will meet in open world. I wrote over 11 thousand descriptions in past 3 months, with some 20k more remaining, but that will come in due time

I am interested in your suggestions or ideas you would love to see in your ideal server.

Oh yeah, sailing is a thing, so you can reach over 20+ islands and small rocks in water that exist in the same persistent world as Eastern Kingdoms and Kalimdor. It includes most of island expeditions from BFA, Gilijim, Lapadis, Balor, Tel'Abim, Tol Barad, Crestfall etc.

Greyhaven.

A Classic home, shaped by its players

Greyhaven is a progressive Vanilla PvP realm starting at Patch 1.2*(Fresh)*, with dungeons, raids, quests, vendors, and item availability unlocking by patch. Class tuning, talents, abilities, and item stats use their final 1.12 versions, rather than changing with every historical patch.

Greyhaven is made for players who want Classic to remain recognisably Classic, enhanced with carefully selected quality of life improvements shaped through public community polls.

Official Launch Date.

Greyhaven officially launches on:

Friday 14 August 2026 at 19:00 GMT+2/CEST
You can find a live countdown on our launcher, discord & website.

Character name reservations are still open. Check our Discord for the exact instructions and latest announcements.

Bracketed Leveling.

Greyhaven will launch with short bracketed leveling, designed to help players with less available time stay closer to the community’s progression. This was added based on a popular community vote.

Greyhaven will launch with a level cap of 20, increasing to level 30 one week later.
The complete level cap schedule and all unlock dates are available on our Discord.

Official Greyhaven Launcher

Greyhaven has its own launcher, built to make joining the server as easy as possible.

Through the launcher, players can:

• Choose between the supported 1.12.1 and modern 1.14.2 Classic clients
• Automatically install a complete client if you don't have one yet
• Browse compatible addons & install supported addons directly with one click
• Keep their client and addon setup organised in one place

Using the launcher is highly recommended, although supported existing clients may also be used without our launcher.

What Greyhaven Offers

• Fresh progressive Vanilla PVP realm
• Patch progressive content and rewards.
• Support for both 1.12.1 and modern 1.14.2 clients
• Official launcher with one click addon installation
• Cross faction Auction House
• Dynamic respawns
• Unlimited debuff slots
• Instant mail between characters on the same account
• Updated Warden support and custom anti-cheat systems
• Community polls on selected server features
• Leaderboards & Events (first event is up on Discord announcement page Realm first level 20)
• Firm stance against pay to win
• Worldbuffs disabled (in raids only, open world & dungeons they work as normal)
• Talent Respecs capped to 5G
• Custom restriction barriers in BGs to prevent safecapping and under the map exploits.
• All Battlegrounds available immediately.
• Later patch Flight Paths available from launch (Camp Taurajo, Ratchet, and Marshal’s Refuge).

Greyhaven is not being created to profit from players. We are building the kind of Classic realm that we would personally want to play.

Join Greyhaven

Website: PlayGreyhaven.com
Discord: https://discord.gg/7sudQGEKaY

I just tried out Project Alterac, they run on WOTLK client, I think they progressed to level 40 currently, but it feels a bit empty, roughly 100 people online and by what's showing in [Global] the large magority are in BG not PVE.

Don't know if "progressive" is the right term for level capping servers so excuse me if I misled in my title.

Hey people, I want to share with you this INSANE find of a server, I can't even believe this exists - this is custom WoTLK server repack with 20 races, new zones, most of them are backported from future expansions and "de-Cata-fied", new models, bots, flying everywhere and so many features, I'll list some of them here:

Custom world events, bosses, reforging, treasure hunts, challenge modes, transmog, selectable racials

It's huge, guys. Though, honesty first - with such a scale, some things may get broken, but it tries to be stable and cool, this repack is in development, I've seen some videos with newer races, including Murloc, and also it features source for anyone worried about security, so you can get that and compile it yourself

Hope you like it, there are many links with mirrors, so to get that - just check YT video, they're too many to post here

Saw RavenCraft just posted their content roadmap.

All the 1.18.1 content is already fully implemented for launch, but it's being released in phases instead of having everything available from day one. The roadmap covers when different content becomes available, while the full NPCs, creatures, bosses, mechanics, spells, items, events, etc. are already there.

Seems like they're aiming to preserve the full 1.18.1 rather than cutting or replacing content.

Worth a look if you're interested in a classic server carrying on the Turtle WoW legacy.

https://preview.redd.it/xf7snsyxgdjh1.png?width=3628&format=png&auto=webp&s=844a9ae302e636f927d01dcca0e6800dd32a86f4

Looking for a stable, community-focused Classic World of Warcraft home?

Corvus Nordica is opening a 48-hour limited registration window (yes extending) for English-speaking players and guilds. Whether you are a solo casual player, a small group of friends, or looking for endgame raiding—everyone is welcome to join our community.

We are a 100% non-profit private server built by Classic WoW enthusiasts. We focus on high server stability, rock-solid uptime, ultra-low latency, and preserving an authentic Vanilla experience with select quality-of-life additions.

🌟 Key Highlights & Features

• Level 60 Cap: Pure Vanilla endgame focus with active Phase 6 content.
• Rates: 1x XP rate, with boosted Rested XP in rest zones to smooth out the levelling journey.
• Playable Races: Draenei and Blood Elves are available!
• Rock-Solid Infrastructure: Hosted directly in Scandinavia for ultra-low latency across Europe and a high-performance, stable realm.
• Group-Filling Features: Integrated Playerbots to help fill dungeon/raid groups, plus an active AHBot simulating a healthy economy. (Both features will be phased out as the player base grows).
• International Friendly: English is our main server language, with peak hours aligned with European time zones (CET).

⏳ How to Join (Time-Sensitive)

Because registration is normally strictly invite-only, this open invitation code will expire in 48 hours.

• Invite Code: cnrecruitmentp1
• Website: https://www.corvusnordica.com
• Discord: https://discord.gg/TxVB5ZZQwP

Grab your registration code, drop by our Discord, and help us build a great Classic community!

Hey guys, some people asked me a lot about the best experience of local hosted server and here it is! AzerothCore has been absolute banger with its flexibility, simplicity and advanced features

This video also includes using Classic 3.4.3 client on this same server using custom HermesProxy fork, though not without issues, but in general it's very playable like that

This repack has over 600 000 views on OwnedCore and has proven to be legit, while I skipped all the ads filled links and provided you with direct links in the video description, as there are A LOT of links, I can't put them all here on Reddit

Hope you enjoy, have fun!

Hey people, it was obvious that this would happen and here is Twow 1.18.1 with BOTS, compiled fresh from source with compile guide included for any of you worried about repacks and all of that

I hope to make a good reputation here by posting this content, so please no toxicity in comments, I really tried to make it good for people, fixing the crash after compilation and even providing you a guide and fixed file so you can do it yourself

This server uses Shyalya's fork with playerbots, I tweaked conf a bit to make it lag less, though it's all up to you to tweak however you want!

Hope you enjoy, all the links and commands are on YT as Reddit blocks the post otherwise, have fun!

Descend into the Maelstrom

Maelstrom Phase 4 is now fully underway!

The level cap is currently 49, and our upgraded Scarlet Monastery 10-player Raid is now live with reworked encounters and level-appropriate rewards.

SM Raid 10m is waiting for you

If you were waiting for a good moment to join, this is a great time to catch up before the next progression stage.

Currently available:

• Level cap: 49
• Selectable XP rates, up to x2 for levels 40–49
• Scarlet Monastery 10-player Raid
• PvP and progression rewards
• MaelstromGuard anti-cheat
• International NA/EU/OCE community

And there is more coming very soon.

A new Phase 4 World Boss will appear within the next few days, giving players another group challenge before we move toward Phase 5 and the level 50–59 bracket.

Phase 5 will introduce content including Blackrock Depths, Dire Maul, Scholomance and Stratholme, followed later by LBRS, the Seal of Ascension progression and UBRS access.

Maelstrom is a progressive WotLK 3.3.5a realm where every bracket has time to matter instead of rushing directly to level 80.

Realm: Maelstrom
Server: Millenium-Servers
Website: https://maelstrom.millenium-servers.com
Discord: https://discord.gg/BPy8ca2XC6

Join now, clear Scarlet Monastery, prepare for the upcoming World Boss, and get ready for Phase 5.

Hey people, me again, want to share this with you, this is LEGIT Twow 1.18.1, newer one, server in Docker, easy to set up, open-source and working

You can even play it with friends, some things may be broken still, keep that in mind, but I have tested new zones and even dungeons and most of them work, quests, mobs - all of that

I can't post links here as Reddit automatically filters it, but all of them are on YT with backups, TWO clients available, with HD models and addons and bare simple one, links to server files and source on GitHub too

Hope you like it and enjoy!

Greyhaven.

A Classic home, shaped by its players

Greyhaven is a progressive Vanilla PvP realm starting at Patch 1.2*(Fresh)*, with dungeons, raids, quests, vendors, and item availability unlocking by patch. Class tuning, talents, abilities, and item stats use their final 1.12 versions, rather than changing with every historical patch.

Greyhaven is made for players who want Classic to remain recognisably Classic, enhanced with carefully selected quality of life improvements shaped through public community polls.

Official Launch Date.

Greyhaven officially launches on:

Friday 14 August 2026 at 19:00 GMT+2/CEST
You can find a live countdown on our launcher, discord & website.

Our beta has now concluded successfully. Thank you to everyone who helped us test the server, report bugs, improve stability, and refine our custom anti cheat systems.

Character name reservations are still open. Check our Discord for the exact instructions and latest announcements.

Bracketed Leveling.

Greyhaven will launch with short bracketed leveling, designed to help players with less available time stay closer to the community’s progression. This was added based on a popular community vote.

Greyhaven will launch with a level cap of 20, increasing to level 30 one week later.
The complete level cap schedule and all unlock dates are available on our Discord.

Official Greyhaven Launcher

Greyhaven has its own launcher, built to make joining the server as easy as possible.

Through the launcher, players can:

• Choose between the supported 1.12.1 and modern 1.14.2 Classic clients
• Automatically install a complete client if you don't have one yet
• Browse compatible addons & install supported addons directly with one click
• Keep their client and addon setup organised in one place

Using the launcher is highly recommended, although supported existing clients may also be used without our launcher.

What Greyhaven Offers

• Fresh progressive Vanilla PVP realm
• Patch progressive content and rewards.
• Support for both 1.12.1 and modern 1.14.2 clients
• Official launcher with one click addon installation
• Cross faction Auction House
• Dynamic respawns
• Unlimited debuff slots
• Instant mail between characters on the same account
• Updated Warden support and custom anti-cheat systems
• Community polls on selected server features
• Leaderboards & Events (first event is up on Discord announcement page Realm first level 20)
• Firm stance against pay to win
• Worldbuffs disabled (in raids only, open world & dungeons they work as normal)
• Talent Respecs capped to 5G
• Custom restriction barriers in BGs to prevent safecapping and under the map exploits.
• All Battlegrounds available immediately.
• Later patch Flight Paths available from launch (Camp Taurajo, Ratchet, and Marshal’s Refuge).

Greyhaven is not being created to profit from players. We are building the kind of Classic realm that we would personally want to play.

Join Greyhaven

Website: PlayGreyhaven.com
Discord: https://discord.gg/7sudQGEKaY

https://preview.redd.it/6uj7w1ex36ih1.png?width=937&format=png&auto=webp&s=10d34b9771bd47d41d8acadab2f9feb6e8140bc3

[Project Alterac] Phase 3 is LIVE! (Level 40 Cap + Hardcore Mode)

Project Alterac is a progressive 3.3.5 custom realm (AzerothCore) with custom content and a tight-knit community (75–150 peak online, active NA/EU/OCE guilds).

What’s New in Phase 3:

• Level Cap: Raised from 30 to 40.
• 2x Catch-Up XP: Fast leveling (1-30) so newcomers can get raid-ready quickly.
• New Quest Hub: Scarlet Overlook in Tirisfal Glades with new SM pre-quests.

Upcoming Raid — Scarlet Bastion (Live Aug 22):

• Flex 10–20 Players (1 drop per 5 raiders—great for smaller/cozy guilds).
• 6 Custom Bosses + Optional Hard Mode for extra loot and challenge.

https://preview.redd.it/kbcvv41346ih1.png?width=1600&format=png&auto=webp&s=23f63280abba80a9a7882a0859fe232ea4fc4788

Stromgarde Keep — 10-player custom raid (live now)

Seven original bosses in a rebuilt Stromgarde, each one scripted from scratch rather than pulled from a retail encounter.

Full custom loot tables — 8 items per boss, purpose-built to fill tank and healer itemisation gaps, plus two lore-accurate epics: Trol'kalar and the Perenolde Tiara.

As of today, there are three lucky holders of Trol'kalar, and three owners of the powerful Perenolde Tiara.

As we increase in level, some of the loot within the keep is still very much worthwhile picking up, + it will provide solid experience, so it won't become dead content.

Hardcore mode - Released August 8th

After many requests from the community, we are finally releasing a Hardcore Mode.

One life, no second chances.... If your Hardcore character dies.... it's gonzo. Kaput. Done. Go agane.

Hardcore leaderboards will track your journey and offer bragging rights to the bravest souls.

If you make it to level 80? Rewards shall be offered to those brave enough to face the challenge.

QOL changes too!

STV Fishing Extravaganza four times a week on rotating timers, so it isn't OCE-hostile.

Arena Grand Master purchasable with Honor.

PvP queue accessible anywhere, anytime + queueable alongside RDF for the gamers who enjoy both PVE + PVP.

Zero respec costs, change specs as much as you wish.

Dual-Spec costs 1g and is available at level 20.

Community

Our community is still reasonably small, but numbers remain steady and its always easy to get dungeons, pvp and now of course leveling raids. We have a number of cool guilds that are always open to members and we want more people to come and create their own guilds too.

Join us:alterac.gg

https://discord.com/invite/jyyRaGFSN9

See you in Azeroth!

19 PvP Logo - 2 Shadowfang crossed under the Lucky fishing hat

• PvP server (only Warsong & Arena)
• Instant 19
• Gear progression (Short grind, starter gear about 25% less good than BiS, cheap gold gear as a step)
• Minimal changes to some gear (spirit reforged to hit, crit or haste)
• Minimal class & race balance (check the website below for details)
• Filler bots to allow getting your gear and procs even when population is low
• Based on AzerothCore, Fully open source https://github.com/19pvp/19pvp.github.io
• ...and more, check out https://19pvp.devazuka.com/about to read more !

Hi 👋 I'm Aos, I've made various 19 Twink PvP servers like 15years ago.

Since then I've become a programmer and worked in education by teaching other ppl to learn to code, WoW Emulation and Twinking always have been in my heart as what lead me to the opportunities I had in my life.

I hope I can share some of my passion with you with this project and that we can have some fun games.

>Learn more and join from 19PvP Website
Join the discord server discord.gg/pQ7DtAsftz