2 vs 2
3 vs 3
5 vs 5
The blood-soaked fields of strife in Azeroth are ripe with opportunities for glory. Generals call this ordeal a war effort; combatants simply call it “PvP.” Experience the conflict firsthand as a soldier, a gladiator—or both—and forge an everlasting legend in the fires of battle.
Why should I PvP?
The Rush of Battle
Nothing can quite match the feeling of crossing steel—or flinging spells—against a living, breathing opponent who can anticipate your every move. PvP is frantic and requires swift reactions; thus, make sure to re-map your action buttons to your keyboard instead of mouse-clicking on them. Fight the good fight and you´ll be singing war stories at the nearest tavern alongside your (good) fellows in no time.
Quest for Glory
For hardened fighters looking to distinguish themselves further, there’s a nice selection of Achievements to earn while out in the field, some of which grant rare rewards (cool titles, for example). If you’d like more information, check your journal. Who knows? One day you might be honored as a Vanquisher, or perhaps an awe-inspiring Arena Master.
Armed and Dangerous
Armies need troops, and troops need gear. Bring victory to your faction and receive points to purchase tools of war from your local quartermaster: arms, armor, gems, enchantments, trinkets, and even mounts to ride into battle with. These items will give you an edge in combat and further improve your odds if the going gets rough—it will. Be ever vigilant.
World PvP
Azeroth is a world brimming with conflict, especially on PvP servers. This means that, sooner or later, you will encounter members of the opposite faction. If you are in Friendly Territory, they won’t be able to attack you unless you decide to strike first, but be ready to fight to the death if you are in Contested Territory. Random encounters against other players can be very exciting—as are massive raids into enemy capital cities—and constitute a nice change of pace from the structured combat found in Battlegrounds and Arenas. Walk softly, carry a big sword, and bring backup… yeah, backup.