As the adventure continues in The War Within, travel deep into the capital of the goblin's trade empire—Undermine. Continue the pursuit of Xal'atath and confront Gallywix's forces in the sprawling city streets of a city suffering from the conflict between the four major Cartels—Bilgewater, Blackwater, Steamwheedle, and Venture Co.
While in Undermine, learn more about goblin culture and society, what's important to them, the problems they are trying to solve, everything that makes them truly unique, and what they're capable of as a society. We'll dig deeper beyond their humor and explosions, though there will still be explosions and a LOT of mayhem to be found.
A city like none other, it stands as a testament to goblin ingenuity and creativity as experts in both technology and alchemy. The journey to Undermine requires level 80 and the completion of the Khaz Algar leveling campaign.
Khaz Algar Leveling Campaign:
Begin the adventure to enter Undermine with the "When Opportunity Explodes" quest from Gazlowe and Renzik at Foundation Hall in Dornogal. You'll then be sent to Opportunity Point to help wayward goblins in the area with a series of quests before heading to Gutterside Rocket Station for a trip to Undermine, where you'll meet up once again with Monte Gazlowe.
There are several places you will venture while journeying through Undermine; here are some notable points of interest:
If you want something in Undermine, you need to know the right people. Four major cartels are run by notorious goblins like Monte Gazlowe, Baron Revilgaz, Marin Noggenfogger, and Grimla Fizzlecrank, with a fifth Cartel looming on the horizon.
Cartels in Undermine are always looking for temporary contractors for quick gigs lasting one week, with no restrictions on who you choose to ally with, though your experience in the Undermine changes based on which Cartel you choose. Whichever Cartel you decide to align with is up to you, and Kaydee Racketring in the Incontinental Hotel can help you decide. When you earn Reputation with any of the Cartels on a new open-world renown track, you'll gain access to unique goods, including an explosive new achievement title and rocket mount—The Topskimmer Special—for all your hard work.
The Bilgewater Cartel is Monte Gazlowe's crew. From brilliant inventors to explosive geniuses, Bilgewater is home to some of the brightest goblins to ever live—Gazlowe, Grapplehammer, and even Gallywix at one point. They made a bid splash joining the Horde, but in Undermine, they can use all the friends they can get. Look for the Bilgewater Cartel doing business out of Bilgewater Flats, near Demolition Dome.
The Blackwater Raiders might be a newer cartel, but with Baron Revilgaz at the helm, they're already making waves in the shipping and luxury vacation industries. They can move any cargo, anywhere, any time, and now it's all nice and legal. Well, it's mostly legal. They do all their dealings out of the Blackwater Marina in Undermine.
Marin Noggenfogger is the trade prince of this Cartel. Steamwheedle is the oldest and largest Cartel in Undermine and has its hands in almost every industry spanning Azeroth and beyond. But, these days, under Noggenfogger, it's all about premium-grade alchemy. Seek out Steamwheedle in The Vatworks area of Undermine.
Some might take issue with the ways the Venture Co. acquires its resources, but no industry can run without materials. You want nice, find a book club. You want to build something, Venture Co has what you need. While they lack a top goblin, Grimla Fizzlecrank keeps things in order. The Venture Co. is located in The Heaps in Undermine.
It's a race against time to stop the Darkfuse and Venture Co. from blowing up a dam to smithereens that would flood the Ringing Deeps. Two significant areas make up Operation: Floodgate—The Waterworks and The G.R.I.D.—and you must pull out all stops to bring the hurt to some pesky goblins, but before you go, grab the "Operation: Floodgate: Disposing of the Garbage" quest from Paks Topskimmer.
Beware the electric mastermind Geezle Gigazap!
We look forward to seeing how you navigate the unique goblin politics in Undermine(d) to uncover the sinister plans of Xal'atath.
See you in Undermine!