User:Minionman/Zeppelin Weapons

"Zeppelin weapons" are a common name for certain weapons mostly found in the horde, where different parts of the production process take place in different horde cities. Generally, metalwork is performed in Orgrimmar, sometimes using special ingredients produced by undercity alchemists, and than the weapon is sent to Silvermoon for enchanting. A similar process involving leather work, woodwork, etc., takes place as well, using craftsmen in undercity, Thunder bluff, or Orgrimmar, depending on where the best craftsmen are located. The name "zeppelin weapon" comes from the weapons being shipped on the zeppelin route from Orgrimmar to Tirisfal. Many types of armor are created the same way. Though these weapons are expensive to produce, they also use the best craftsmen in the horde for each stage of production, so are very powerful. Zeppelin weapons and armor are considered the most powerful weapons and armor in azeroth apart from unique objects such as frostmourne, ashbringer, and the Lich King's armor.

Almost all weapons and armor used by the forsaken and blood elves are made this way, and about half the army weapons used in Kalimdor are as well. These weapons are considered a major horde advantage, and their sale outside the horde is outlawed, though a few captured or stolen weapons have found their way to mercenary groups, bandits, and the alliance.