Introduction

Artifact Weapons were the centerpiece of World of Warcraft: Legion, representing the most powerful and lore‑rich armaments ever wielded by player characters. Each class and specialization received a unique Artifact — a legendary weapon tied to the history, culture, and mythology of Azeroth. These weapons grew in power throughout the expansion, evolving visually and mechanically as players progressed.

This encyclopedia provides a complete, structured reference to every Artifact Weapon introduced in Legion, including their origins, themes, and significance.

Death Knight Artifact Weapons

Blood: Maw of the Damned

A vampiric axe forged by the Nathrezim, capable of draining life from its victims.

Frost: Blades of the Fallen Prince

Twin runeblades reforged from the shattered remains of Frostmourne.

Unholy: Apocalypse

A corrupted runeblade that summons an army of undead to do its master’s bidding.

Demon Hunter Artifact Weapons

Havoc: Twinblades of the Deceiver

Warglaives stolen from a powerful demon lord, infused with fel energy.

Vengeance: Aldrachi Warblades

Weapons of a long‑extinct demon‑slaying civilization, forged to destroy the Legion.

Druid Artifact Weapons

Balance: Scythe of Elune

A relic tied to both Elune and the worgen curse, wielding lunar and shadow power.

Feral: Fangs of Ashamane

Claws inspired by the wild spirit Ashamane, granting feral strength and agility.

Guardian: Claws of Ursoc

Bear‑spirit‑infused claws representing the primal power of Ursoc.

Restoration: G’Hanir, the Mother Tree

A branch of the original Mother Tree, symbolizing healing and renewal.

Hunter Artifact Weapons

Beast Mastery: Titanstrike

A titan‑powered rifle created by Mimiron, infused with storm energy.

Marksmanship: Thas’dorah, Legacy of the Windrunners

A bow passed down through the Windrunner family, symbolizing precision and grace.

Survival: Talonclaw, Spear of the Wild Gods

A spear blessed by the Wild Gods of Highmountain.

Mage Artifact Weapons

Arcane: Aluneth, Greatstaff of the Magna

A sentient arcane staff once wielded by the Guardian Alodi.

Fire: Felo’melorn

A phoenix‑forged blade wielded by Kael’thas Sunstrider.

Frost: Ebonchill, Greatstaff of Alodi

A frost‑infused staff belonging to the first Guardian of Tirisfal.

Monk Artifact Weapons

Brewmaster: Fu Zan, the Wanderer

A legendary staff carried by the Monkey King.

Mistweaver: Sheilun, Staff of the Mists

A staff belonging to the last emperor of Pandaria, steeped in healing mists.

Windwalker: Fists of the Heavens

Celestial‑empowered fist weapons forged for martial perfection.

Paladin Artifact Weapons

Holy: The Silver Hand

A hammer representing the ancient order of paladins.

Protection: Truthguard

A shield forged to defend against dark forces.

Retribution: Ashbringer

The purified holy blade of Mograine and Fordring, symbol of vengeance against the undead.

Priest Artifact Weapons

Discipline: Light’s Wrath

A staff used by Tirisgarde inquisitors to channel both Light and shadow.

Holy: T’uure, Beacon of the Naaru

A staff blessed by the Naaru, radiating pure Light.

Shadow: Xal’atath, Blade of the Black Empire

A dagger whispering with the voice of an Old God.

Rogue Artifact Weapons

Assassination: The Kingslayers

Twin blades used for political assassinations throughout Azeroth’s history.

Outlaw: The Dreadblades

Cursed pirate swords that demand blood for power.

Subtlety: Fangs of the Devourer

Shadow‑infused blades tied to the ancient Shadowblade tradition.

Shaman Artifact Weapons

Elemental: The Fist of Ra‑den

A titan‑charged fist weapon wielded by the storm keeper Ra‑den.

Enhancement: Doomhammer

The legendary hammer of Orgrim and Thrall, symbol of the Horde’s honor.

Restoration: Sharas’dal, Scepter of Tides

A tide‑blessed relic once wielded by Queen Azshara.

Warlock Artifact Weapons

Affliction: Ulthalesh, the Deadwind Harvester

A soul‑harvesting scythe tied to the corruption of Deadwind Pass.

Demonology: Skull of the Man’ari

A demonic relic containing the essence of powerful eredar warlocks.

Destruction: Scepter of Sargeras

A fel artifact capable of tearing open portals between worlds.

Warrior Artifact Weapons

Arms: Strom’kar, the Warbreaker

An ancient blade wielded by human kings in the Troll Wars.

Fury: Warswords of the Valarjar

Twin blades forged in the Halls of Valor for the greatest vrykul champions.

Protection: Scale of the Earth‑Warder

A shield empowered by the legacy of Neltharion, the Earth‑Warder.

Conclusion

The Artifact Weapons of Legion represent one of the most ambitious and beloved systems in World of Warcraft history. Each weapon carries deep lore, unique aesthetics, and a sense of identity that resonated with players. Together, they form a complete armory of Azeroth’s greatest legends — a collection unmatched in scope and storytelling.