Private server • Vanilla • 24/7

Pure Vanilla — authentic, stable, community-run.

Play WoW exactly as it shipped in Vanilla: no changes, no boosts, no custom content — just the original experience on reliable hardware.

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Why play here

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No changes

No custom content, no QoL tweaks, no boosts. Spells, talents, quests and items behave exactly like retail Vanilla.

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Stable & low latency

Machines with strong DDoS protection, automated backups and careful monitoring.

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Original economy

No pay-to-win. No RMT. Active moderation keeps the Vanilla economy healthy.

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PvP as it was

Battlegrounds and world-PvP with the original rules. No cross-realm, no custom matchmaking.

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Authentic progression

Dungeons and raids available as on Vanilla 1.12.1. We follow the original encounter values and itemization.

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Community & support

Friendly staff, clear rules, and an active Discord for support and announcements.

Progression & Timeline

Experience authentic Vanilla WoW progression through 11 carefully planned phases, each introducing content exactly as it was in the original game.

🚀 Patch 1.2 (Launch)

Server Launch

Goes live: 06-09-2025

The beginning of our Vanilla journey! Start your adventure in Azeroth with the core game content available from day one.

  • All original zones (1-60)
  • Molten Core & Onyxia's Lair
  • Dungeon sets (Tier 0)
🏛️ Patch 1.3 (Dire Maul)

The Ancient Library

Goes live: 06-01-2026

Explore the abandoned elven city of Dire Maul with its three challenging wings and valuable rewards.

  • Dire Maul East, West & North
  • Tribute runs & key mechanics
  • New pre-raid BiS items
  • Libram enhancements
  • Warlock epic mount quest
  • World bosses (Kazzak & Azuregos)
⚔️ Patch 1.4 (Honor System)

Honor & Glory

Goes live: 06-03-2026

The honor system arrives! Earn ranks through PvP combat and unlock exclusive rewards and titles.

  • Honor system & ranking
  • PvP rewards & titles
  • High Warlord/Grand Marshal gear
  • Dishonorable kills system
  • World PvP incentives
  • Gurubashi Arena Event
🏰 Patch 1.5 (WSG & AV)

Battlegrounds Unleashed

Goes live: 06-04-2026

Epic battlegrounds arrive! Fight for the flag in Warsong Gulch and siege Alterac Valley.

  • Warsong Gulch battleground
  • Alterac Valley battleground
  • Battleground marks & rewards
  • Team-based PvP objectives
  • Reputation rewards
  • New Quest hubs and Flight Paths added
🐉 Patch 1.6 (BWL)

Blackwing Lair

Goes live: 06-06-2026

Face Nefarian in his lair! The most challenging raid content yet with Tier 2 armor sets.

  • Blackwing Lair 40-man raid
  • Tier 2 armor sets (old model)
  • Nefarian encounter
  • Darkmoon Faire events
  • Class-specific epic quests
🗿 Patch 1.7 (ZG)

Zul'Gurub

Goes live: 06-08-2026

Venture into the troll city of Zul'Gurub, a 20-man raid with unique mechanics and rewards.

  • Zul'Gurub 20-man raid
  • Hakkar the Soulflayer
  • Zandalar tribe reputation
  • Epic mounts (Tiger/Raptor)
  • Enchant recipes & materials
  • Arathi Basin Added
  • STV Fishing Extravaganza
🔥 Patch 1.8 (Dragons)

Dragons of Nightmare

Goes live: 06-09-2026

The four green dragons emerge! Face Lethon, Emeriss, Taerar, and Ysondre across Azeroth.

  • Four green dragons world bosses
  • Level 50 Class quests added (Sunken Temple / Temple of Atal'Hakkar)
🏺 Patch 1.9 (AQ)

Ahn'Qiraj Gates

Goes live: 06-12-2026

The gates of Ahn'Qiraj open! Server-wide effort to unlock the ancient qiraji temples.

  • Ahn'Qiraj gate opening event
  • Temple of Ahn'Qiraj (AQ40)
  • Ruins of Ahn'Qiraj (AQ20)
  • Tier 2 models changed/updated
  • Tier 2.5 armor sets
  • Legendary mount (Scarab Lord)
⚒️ Patch 1.10 (T0.5 & Items Revamp)

Dungeon Set 2

Goes live: 06-04-2027

Upgrade your dungeon sets to their improved versions and enjoy rebalanced item statistics.

  • Dungeon Set 2 (Tier 0.5) quests
  • Improved dungeon set stats
  • Various item stat updates
💀 Patch 1.11 (Naxx)

Naxxramas

Goes live: 06-07-2027

The ultimate challenge! Face Kel'Thuzad in his necropolis floating above the Eastern Plaguelands.

  • Naxxramas 40-man raid
  • Tier 3 armor sets
  • Kel'Thuzad final boss
  • Four wings of undead horrors
  • Most challenging content in Vanilla
  • New flight paths
🌍 Patch 1.12 (WPVP Events)

World PvP Events

Goes live: 06-09-2027

The final phase brings ongoing world PvP events and activities to keep Azeroth alive with conflict.

  • World PvP objectives
  • Cross-roads battles
  • Seasonal PvP events
  • Final content polish
  • Community-driven activities

Rates & Rules

Server rates

Experience
x1
Gold
x1
Professions
x1
Drop rates
x1

Authentic Vanilla experience — no modifications

Core rules

  • No botting, cheating or exploiting
  • Be respectful — zero tolerance for hate speech
  • No real-money trading (RMT) — permanent ban
Full rules & FAQ

Join in 3 steps

Download client

Download a Vanilla client (1.12) or Classic Client (1.14) by Udolfo. The Classic client is already preconfigured. We recommend a minimal client without addons for the first launch.

Set realmlist | Only needed for 1.12 Client

Open /<WoW-Folder>/realmlist.wtf and replace the content with:

set realmlist ashen-wow.space

Create account

Create your free game account in our Discord

Join Discord & Create Account

Join the community

News, changelogs, support & events - all on our Discord.

Join Discord

FAQ & Full Server Rules

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need an account to play?

Yes. Create a free game account via “Join now” — e-mail is optional but recommended for password resets.

Which client version is supported?

Vanilla 1.12.1 only. Addons for 1.12.x generally work, but we advise starting without any.

Where are the servers located?

Somewhere out in space, safe from any Blizzard storm.

Is multiboxing allowed?

Limited multiboxing (up to 2 concurrent characters) is allowed, automation is not. See Rules §3.

How are name reports handled?

Names violating the Code of Conduct may be forcibly renamed. Repeated violations risk penalties.

Donate

This server is completely free for everyone to enjoy. Donations are always appreciated as they help cover server costs and keep the project alive, but they won’t grant any special privileges, rewards, or advantages – everyone plays on equal terms.

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How to open a support ticket?

If you need help or want to report an issue, join our Discord server and create a ticket in the #support channel. Our team will get back to you as soon as possible.

Full Server Rules
  1. No cheating or exploits. This includes botting, scripting, automation, packet editing, pathing or terrain exploits, and abusing unintended mechanics. Report exploits to staff.
  2. No third-party automation. Key broadcasting and full automation tools are prohibited. Simple key bindings and per-client macros are allowed.
  3. Multiboxing. Up to 2 accounts concurrently per person. Any automation/synchronization beyond in-game macros is forbidden.
  4. Respect others. Harassment, hate speech, doxxing, threats, or discriminatory behavior result in immediate penalties.
  5. No RMT. Buying/selling/trading characters, items, gold or services for real-world value leads to permanent bans.
  6. Advertising. No advertising of other servers, paid services, gold sellers, or illicit websites in any channel.
  7. Bug abuse. Don’t repeatedly exploit known bugs for advantage. If you trigger one accidentally, disengage and report it.
  8. Names & chat. Character/guild names and chat must follow the Code of Conduct. No offensive, obscene, or impersonating names.
  9. PvP conduct. World-PvP is part of Vanilla; however, excessive griefing (e.g., repeated corpse camping over extended periods) may be actioned at staff discretion.
  10. Account security. You are responsible for your account. Use a unique password. Sharing accounts is discouraged; penalties apply to the account regardless of who used it.
  11. Exploiting staff impersonation. Impersonating staff or claiming special privileges is strictly forbidden.
  12. Discord & out-of-game rules. Our Discord and external channels are considered part of the community space. Violations there may carry in-game penalties.
  13. Appeals. Ban or penalty appeals can be made via Discord tickets. Provide character name(s), approximate time, and any evidence.
  14. Enforcement. Staff may issue warnings, mutes, temporary suspensions, rollbacks or permanent bans. Staff decisions are final.

By playing here you agree to these rules. Rules may evolve to protect fair play. Changes are announced on Discord.

Questions? Contact staff on Discord