Mining
Primary professions38 recipesHigher mining skill allows you to harvest more difficult minerals nodes around the world. If you cannot harvest a specific mineral, then increase your skill by mining easier to mine minerals in lower level areas.
Current expansion: Midnight Mining · Skill 1–100
Recipe categories
- Section I - Refulgent Copper · 8
- Section II - Umbral Tin · 8
- Section III - Brilliant Silver · 8
- Appendix II - Overload · 5
- Appendix I - Knowledge · 1
- Appendix III - Terms · 3
- Appendix IV - Stats · 4
- Section IV - Dazzling Thorium · 1
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Artisan Miner's MoxieAppendix III - TermsArtisan's Moxie is the coalescence of a gatherer's knowledge and experience. It can be traded in for reagents and single-use tomes of Knowledge. Artisan's Moxie can be sourced from first-time gathering bonuses and knowledge points.
Brilliant SilverSection III - Brilliant SilverA higher grade of silver, Brilliant Silver's shine is as unmatched as its magical conductive properties. It is highly sought after as the epitome of form and function.
Brilliant Silver SeamSection III - Brilliant SilverA higher grade of silver, Brilliant Silver's shine is as unmatched as its magical conductive properties. It is highly sought after as the epitome of form and function.
Ore seams form in caves and underground. They offer more resources for the intrepid miner that dares to find them.
Cursed Brilliant SilverSection III - Brilliant SilverA higher grade of silver, Brilliant Silver's shine is as unmatched as its magical conductive properties. It is highly sought after as the epitome of form and function.
This deposit writhes with Ula'tek's curse. Standing near it makes the air feel heavier, as if drenched in the rage of every soul sacrificed on the altar of hubris.
Cursed Refulgent CopperSection I - Refulgent CopperCopper veins have long populated Azeroth. Through a combination of advances in Mining techniques and copper veins bathing in magical energies, the newly-dubbed Refulgent Copper is quickly becoming an essential metal in Quel'Thalas.
This deposit writhes with Ula'tek's curse. Standing near it makes the air feel heavier, as if drenched in the rage of every soul sacrificed on the altar of hubris.
Cursed Umbral TinSection II - Umbral TinUmbral Tin is distinguished from its less impressive cousin by the deep shade of the ore. It resembles the inky black sky. Umbral Tin is more durable yet also more flexible than most other metals.
This deposit writhes with Ula'tek's curse. Standing near it makes the air feel heavier, as if drenched in the rage of every soul sacrificed on the altar of hubris.
Dazzling ThoriumSection IV - Dazzling ThoriumDazzling Thorium is an elusive ore. Lucky is the miner that comes across a chunk of Dazzling Thorium while gathering Refulgent Copper, Umbral Tin, or Brilliant Silver.Creates: Dazzling Thorium
DeftnessAppendix IV - StatsDeftness increases gathering speed. Deftness can be increased by equipping a Profession tool and accessories. Spending knowledge points to specialize gathering at certain nodes can boost Deftness related to those resources.
FinesseAppendix IV - StatsFinesse increases the chance of gathering additional resources. Finesse can be increased by equipping a Profession tool and accessories. Spending knowledge points to specialize gathering at certain nodes can boost Finesse related to those resources.
KnowledgeAppendix III - TermsKnowledge points are spent on Specializations. Specializations grant access to improved gathering, stat bonuses, and more. Knowledge points are earned from gathering at a new node for the first time, quest rewards, gathering nodes, and occasionally treasures.
Lightfused Brilliant SilverSection III - Brilliant SilverA higher grade of silver, Brilliant Silver's shine is as unmatched as its magical conductive properties. It is highly sought after as the epitome of form and function.
Drenched in the Sunwell's glow, some ore deposits in Quel'Thalas gleam with incredible radiance. Touching these deposits will release motes of holy energy that burn if caught, but yield additional resources.
Lightfused Refulgent CopperSection I - Refulgent CopperCopper veins have long populated Azeroth. Through a combination of advances in Mining techniques and copper veins bathing in magical energies, the newly-dubbed Refulgent Copper is quickly becoming an essential metal in Quel'Thalas.
Drenched in the Sunwell's glow, some ore deposits in Quel'Thalas gleam with incredible radiance. Touching these deposits will release motes of holy energy that burn if caught, but yield additional resources.
Lightfused Umbral TinSection II - Umbral TinUmbral Tin is distinguished from its less impressive cousin by the deep shade of the ore. It resembles the inky black sky. Umbral Tin is more durable yet also more flexible than most other metals.
Drenched in the Sunwell's glow, some ore deposits in Quel'Thalas gleam with incredible radiance. Touching these deposits will release motes of holy energy that burn if caught, but yield additional resources.
Overload Cursed DepositsAppendix II - OverloadOverloading a Cursed ore deposit draws out more of the curse within it. Experienced miners can hold this curse in their hands, willing it into solid form.
Overload Lightfused DepositsAppendix II - OverloadOverloading Lightfused ore deposits causes a burst of luminous energy that coalesces and pours from the sky, ready to be caught.
Overload Primal DepositsAppendix II - OverloadChanneling Primal magic lets the miner give some of their life force in exchange for overloading the deposit and accessing more resources.
Overload Voidbound DepositsAppendix II - OverloadIntroduce more entropy to an already fragile deposit, creating a catastrophic reaction where reality collapses in on itself. Chunks of ore materialize nearby, enabling particularly quick miners to gain additional materials.
There is also a fracture in reality left behind--who knows where you'll end up if you step through it?
Overload Wild DepositsAppendix II - OverloadOverloading a Wild ore deposit will challenge an Avatar of Nalorakk, the Bear Loa, to a duel. Should you succeed, the Avatar will grant a boon to your Perception for a limited time. Should you fail...best not to think about that.
PerceptionAppendix IV - StatsPerception increases the chance of gathering additional rare resources. Perception can be increased by equipping a Profession tool and accessories. Spending knowledge points to specialize gathering at certain nodes can boost Perception related to those resources.
Primal Brilliant SilverSection III - Brilliant SilverA higher grade of silver, Brilliant Silver's shine is as unmatched as its magical conductive properties. It is highly sought after as the epitome of form and function.
Harandar pulses with the magic of life itself. Gathering an ore deposit filled with this magic will replenish a portion of abilities for your Skyriding mount.
Primal Refulgent CopperSection I - Refulgent CopperCopper veins have long populated Azeroth. Through a combination of advances in Mining techniques and copper veins bathing in magical energies, the newly-dubbed Refulgent Copper is quickly becoming an essential metal in Quel'Thalas.
Harandar pulses with the magic of life itself. Gathering an ore deposit filled with this magic will replenish a portion of abilities for your Skyriding mount.
Primal Umbral TinSection II - Umbral TinUmbral Tin is distinguished from its less impressive cousin by the deep shade of the ore. It resembles the inky black sky. Umbral Tin is more durable yet also more flexible than most other metals.
Harandar pulses with the magic of life itself. Gathering an ore deposit filled with this magic will replenish a portion of abilities for your Skyriding mount.
QualityAppendix III - TermsQuality can affect items in several ways. Gathered reagents can range from no quality, low quality, or high quality. Basic ores, herbs, and skins will have quality, while other materials will not.
Reagent quality will make it easier to hit higher qualities in any craft, while higher quality commodities will have more potent effects.
Your Skill at gathering a given reagent will impact how likely you are to gather high quality reagents.
Refulgent CopperSection I - Refulgent CopperCopper veins have long populated Azeroth. Through a combination of advances in Mining techniques and copper veins bathing in magical energies, the newly-dubbed Refulgent Copper is quickly becoming an essential metal in Quel'Thalas.
Refulgent Copper SeamSection I - Refulgent CopperCopper veins have long populated Azeroth. Through a combination of advances in Mining techniques and copper veins bathing in magical energies, the newly-dubbed Refulgent Copper is quickly becoming an essential metal in Quel'Thalas.
Ore seams form in caves and underground. They offer more resources for the intrepid miner that dares to find them.
Rich Brilliant SilverSection III - Brilliant SilverA higher grade of silver, Brilliant Silver's shine is as unmatched as its magical conductive properties. It is highly sought after as the epitome of form and function.
Fortunate is the miner that comes across a rich deposit. These deposits contain a surplus of ore.
Rich Refulgent CopperSection I - Refulgent CopperCopper veins have long populated Azeroth. Through a combination of advances in Mining techniques and copper veins bathing in magical energies, the newly-dubbed Refulgent Copper is quickly becoming an essential metal in Quel'Thalas.
Fortunate is the miner that comes across a rich deposit. These deposits contain a surplus of ore.
Rich Umbral TinSection II - Umbral TinUmbral Tin is distinguished from its less impressive cousin by the deep shade of the ore. It resembles the inky black sky. Umbral Tin is more durable yet also more flexible than most other metals.
Fortunate is the miner that comes across a rich deposit. These deposits contain a surplus of ore.
Septarian NoduleAppendix I - KnowledgeThe patterns inside this geode are striking. While there's currently no application in crafting, it's still worthwhile. Studying it will increase your understanding of geology in the region.
You may discover 6 more sample(s) this week.Creates: Septarian Nodule
SkillAppendix IV - StatsSkill increases the likelihood of finding higher quality reagents. Skill can be leveled up to 100 by gathering.
To further augment your Skill, try equipping a Profession tool and accessories. Lastly, spending knowledge points to specialize gathering at certain nodes can boost Skill related to those resources.
Umbral TinSection II - Umbral TinUmbral Tin is distinguished from its less impressive cousin by the deep shade of the ore. It resembles the inky black sky. Umbral Tin is more durable yet also more flexible than most other metals.
Umbral Tin SeamSection II - Umbral TinUmbral Tin is distinguished from its less impressive cousin by the deep shade of the ore. It resembles the inky black sky. Umbral Tin is more durable yet also more flexible than most other metals.
Ore seams form in caves and underground. They offer more resources for the intrepid miner that dares to find them.
Voidbound Brilliant SilverSection III - Brilliant SilverA higher grade of silver, Brilliant Silver's shine is as unmatched as its magical conductive properties. It is highly sought after as the epitome of form and function.
Adventurers are no strangers to the Void and its adverse effects. Nothing can escape its touch, from dragon aspects to humble ore deposits. Gathering Voidbound ore provokes it, causing the swirling energies to coalesce into a terrifyi- [the entry suddenly cuts off].
Voidbound Refulgent CopperSection I - Refulgent CopperCopper veins have long populated Azeroth. Through a combination of advances in Mining techniques and copper veins bathing in magical energies, the newly-dubbed Refulgent Copper is quickly becoming an essential metal in Quel'Thalas.
Adventurers are no strangers to the Void and its adverse effects. Nothing can escape its touch, from dragon aspects to humble ore deposits. Gathering Voidbound ore provokes it, causing the swirling energies to coalesce into a terrifyi- [the entry suddenly cuts off].
Voidbound Umbral TinSection II - Umbral TinUmbral Tin is distinguished from its less impressive cousin by the deep shade of the ore. It resembles the inky black sky. Umbral Tin is more durable yet also more flexible than most other metals.
Adventurers are no strangers to the Void and its adverse effects. Nothing can escape its touch, from dragon aspects to humble ore deposits. Gathering Voidbound ore provokes it, causing the swirling energies to coalesce into a terrifyi- [the entry suddenly cuts off].
Wild Brilliant SilverSection III - Brilliant SilverA higher grade of silver, Brilliant Silver's shine is as unmatched as its magical conductive properties. It is highly sought after as the epitome of form and function.
Zul'Aman is rife with natural magic from the eons that Amani society has lived there. Occasionally, this magic is imbued into ore deposits. Be wary while gathering these deposits, lest Zul'Aman itself fight back.
Wild Refulgent CopperSection I - Refulgent CopperCopper veins have long populated Azeroth. Through a combination of advances in Mining techniques and copper veins bathing in magical energies, the newly-dubbed Refulgent Copper is quickly becoming an essential metal in Quel'Thalas.
Zul'Aman is rife with natural magic from the eons that Amani society has lived there. Occasionally, this magic is imbued into ore deposits. Be wary while gathering these deposits, lest Zul'Aman itself fight back.
Wild Umbral TinSection II - Umbral TinUmbral Tin is distinguished from its less impressive cousin by the deep shade of the ore. It resembles the inky black sky. Umbral Tin is more durable yet also more flexible than most other metals.
Zul'Aman is rife with natural magic from the eons that Amani society has lived there. Occasionally, this magic is imbued into ore deposits. Be wary while gathering these deposits, lest Zul'Aman itself fight back.
Tiers by expansion
- Kul Tiran Mining / Zandalari Mining
- Legion Mining
- Draenor Mining
- Pandaria Mining
- Cataclysm Mining
- Northrend Mining
- Outland Mining
- Classic Mining
- Shadowlands Mining
- Dragon Isles Mining
- Khaz Algar Mining
- Midnight Mining










