How To Play World Of Warcraft

So, you've decided to take the heroic journey to defend Azeroth. But, just how do you go about it? Here's a simplified guide to help you get started with the World of Warcraft.

1. Check if your computer system matches the requirements of the game. Once you've confirmed that, you can purchase and download the basic version of the World of Warcraft. There are available optional expansion packs, which you can try later on once you have gained enough experience. You might also want to avail of the 14-day free trial of the game.

2. Log in and choose your server type. There are four server types to choose from: Normal; PvP; RP; and RP-PvP. Normal server is the most popular choice. It is the standard version of the game. PvP, on the other hand, presents random player versus player combats. RP stands for role-playing. These servers would require you to follow a particular code of conduct and rules on naming of characters. You need to thoroughly familiarize yourself with your chosen server's rules. Lastly, RP-PvP are servers that combine both player versus player combats with the rules of role-playing. If you're just starting out with the game, it is advisable that you choose the Normal server. This will help you to get familiar with the different aspects of the game. Later on, you can transfer to another server simply by creating a new character.

Another point to consider in your choice of servers is the server population. Try to find a server that has just to right size of population. You don't want to be in a server that is already over populated, or one that is too sparsely populated.

3. Create your character. You can either be with the Horde or with the Alliance. The race you choose for your character will determine which league you will belong. You would be provided with descriptions of the different races. The choice is completely yours!

4. Get to know the user interface. Aside from the default interface, there are downloadable interfaces, which offer additional features. Just keep in mind to scan any downloads for viruses before installing them.

The usual keys for moving around are the arrow keys, or if you're left-handed, the WASD keys. You can also you the mouse or the trackball.

The action bar is at the bottom left of the screen. This is where you have your array of spells and magical powers. Each of these special powers would be accessible through the number keys on your keyboard.

Practice using the different keys until you develop an instinct for them. You will obtain mastery of the different keys as your character gains more experience. If you opt to use add-ons, assign keys to them that are nearest your most used keys. This will help you to locate the keys quickly during combat.

5. You will be interacting with non-player characters or NPCs in the game. Some of them would have yellow exclamation points above their heads, which identifies them to be quest givers. Choose your quest by clicking on specific NPCs. You would be provided with details on each specific quest, and it would be up to you if you want to accept a quest or not. Some quests will lead you to another NPC with a gray question mark above their head. This would signify that that particular NPC has a mission task for you to do.

6. Once you have accomplished your quest, you will find NPCs with yellow question marks on their heads. These NPCs are the ones who will be handing you your rewards for your completed quests. You would, then, have the quest recorded as part of your experience from that mission.

7. Near the area where your character first appeared, you would see several levels of enemies. To fight any of these characters, just right click on them. Use the powers that you have on your action bar by accessing the specific control keys.

8. Good luck on your continued quest of defending Azeroth!