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AWorld of Warcraftfan suggested the idea of using class trainer NPCs to implement new cosmetic options into the game. This theoretical addition would finally give class trainers a purpose afterWorld of Warcraftremoved much of their previous functionality.
In earlyWorld of Warcraft, players had to visit class trainer NPCs to learn new abilities and upgrade existing ones, respec their talents and glyphs, and unlock dual specializations. However, much of this functionality was removed over the years:Mists of Pandariachanged it so abilities were automatically learned, andLegionremoved almost every other use for these NPCs. The only thing theseclass trainers do inWorld of Warcraftnow is provide access to the Proving Ground and change how certain abilities work.
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Recently,WoWfan Portergauge shared an idea that would give these class trainers a purpose once more. He suggested turning these NPCs into individual-class Barbershops. Players of each class could visit their trainer to customize the appearance of certain spells, abilities, summons, and other cosmetic aspects of their kit. While implementing this change would take a lot of work, it would give players a great deal of control over theirWorld of Warcraftcharacter’s customization.
The idea of class skins inWorld of Warcraftis not a new one. Players have created fan concepts in the past, such as shadow or moonlight magic for Forsaken and Night Elf Paladins respectively. There is even precedent for suchcustomization inWorld of Warcraftalready with glyphsthat modify the appearance of certain skills, or the Warlock’s green fire quest unlock.
World of Warcraftalso recently added the ability for Warlocksto customize their demons via the Barbershop, similar to how Druids can change their shapeshifting forms. Portergauge’s idea would take the framework of that concept and spread it to other classes, giving everyone the option to personalize the way their class looks.
Though many players would love this idea, the vast amount of work it would take means it probably won’t happen any time soon, if at all. That said,World of Warcrafthas confirmed its plans to make every classplayable by all races in the future. So far, each time it has opened up a class to other races,WoWhas added new class trainer NPCs to the world reflecting the new combination. Class trainers don’t have much of a purpose anymore, but it seemsWorld of Warcrafthasn’t forgotten about them yet, so there is still hope that these NPCs can find use again someday.
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