Mechanical Battle PetProfession
Mechantula
The Mechantula was created by an unknown gnomish Engineer. Rumor has it when the original schematic was found, it was in…
In-game description
The Mechantula was created by an unknown gnomish Engineer. Rumor has it when the original schematic was found, it was in a room covered with dusty old webbing, but neither the original Mechantula or the engineer who drafted the schematic could be found.
Pet Facts
How to Obtain
Profession
Crafted with Battle for Azeroth Engineering: learn the recipe, then craft the item that teaches the pet.
Mechantula: ability choices and unlocks
The table connects Mechantula to its recorded abilities, grouped by combat slot. Open an ability to inspect its effects and other pets with the same move.
| Ability | Slot | Unlock level |
|---|---|---|
| Zap | Slot 1 | 1 |
| Sticky Web | Slot 1 | 10 |
| Interrupting Jolt | Slot 2 | 2 |
| Spiderling Swarm | Slot 2 | 15 |
| Toxic Smoke | Slot 3 | 4 |
| Extra Plating | Slot 3 | 20 |
- Slot 1 pairs Zap (level 1) with Sticky Web (level 10). These share a slot; a loadout cannot use both at once.
- Slot 2 pairs Interrupting Jolt (level 2) with Spiderling Swarm (level 15). These share a slot; a loadout cannot use both at once.
- Slot 3 pairs Toxic Smoke (level 4) with Extra Plating (level 20). These share a slot; a loadout cannot use both at once.
Before leveling this pet for a team, check which of these alternatives your plan needs. Compare its in-game health, power and speed with the requirements of the encounter. A matching ability name alone does not establish that two pets are interchangeable.