This item is acquired in-game. See its sources below.
An Epic One-Handed Axe, item level 35, requires level 30, binds when picked up. Drops from Escape from Arthas in Halls of Reflection.
| Drop | Escape from Arthas in Halls of Reflection | Normal, Heroic |
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First seen in build 3.80.2.69874 (Wrath of the Lich King).
In Wrath of the Lich King it is item level 219, requires level 80 and sells to vendors for 21g 86s 77c. In MoP Classic it is item level 219, requires level 80 and sells to vendors for 21g 86s 77c.
| Version | Item level | Required level | Quality | Binding | Sells for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Retail (Midnight) | 35 | 30 | Epic | Binds when picked up | 113g 78s 53c |
| Wrath of the Lich King | 219 | 80 | Epic | Binds when picked up | 21g 86s 77c |
| MoP Classic | 219 | 80 | Epic | Binds when picked up | 21g 86s 77c |
In the Appearances collection, Hate-Forged Cleaver is listed as Boss Drop. Appearance ID: 12197. No other item uses this appearance, so it is unique to Hate-Forged Cleaver.
Read from the World of Warcraft client build files.
The in-game Adventure Guide lists Hate-Forged Cleaver in the loot of 1 encounter.
The Lich King in Halls of Reflection
Also drops from this encounter (23 other items):
Read from the World of Warcraft client build files (JournalEncounterItem, JournalEncounterCreature, Achievement) and the Blizzard Game Data quest API.
In their in-game specialization descriptions, these specs name axes among their preferred weapons:
The 10 items nearest to Hate-Forged Cleaver (item level 35) in item level among Weapon > Axe, from item level 28 to 39.
| Item | Item Level | Requires Level | Stats | Lowest Listed Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hate-Forged Cleaver (this item) | 35 | 30 | 4.4 DPS, +4 Agility, +6 Stamina, +4 Critical Strike, +4 Haste. Boss Drop | Not listed |
 Snowy Edge | 35 | 30 | 4.4 DPS, +4 Agility, +6 Stamina. World Drop | Not listed |
 Decapitator's Razor | 36 | 30 | 4.6 DPS, +6 Stamina, +4 Critical Strike, +4 Agility, +4 Mastery. Crafted with Cataclysm Blacksmithing | Not listed |
 Obsidium Cleaver | 37 | 32 | 4.6 DPS, +4 Strength, +6 Stamina, +4 Mastery, +4 Critical Strike. World Drop | Not listed |
 Elementium Bonesplitter | 37 | 32 | 4.6 DPS, +6 Stamina, +4 Haste, +4 Critical Strike, +4 Strength. Crafted with Cataclysm Blacksmithing | Not listed |
 Wicked Edge of the Planes, Reborn | 39 | 35 | 4.8 DPS, +6 Stamina, +4 Strength, +4 Critical Strike, +4 Haste. Crafted with Pandaria Blacksmithing | Not listed |
 Kingly Axe | 30 | 25 | 4.0 DPS, +4 Agility, +5 Stamina. World Drop | Not listed |
 Axe of Sundered Bone | 29 | 25 | 4.0 DPS, +4 Agility or Strength, +6 Critical Strike. Crafted with Classic Blacksmithing | Not listed |
| Serathil | 29 | 23 | 4.0 DPS, +4 Strength, +3 Versatility. World Drop | Not listed |
 Ichor Slicer | 29 | 4.0 DPS. Crafted with Classic Blacksmithing | Not listed | |
 Axe of the Deep Woods | 28 | 22 | 4.0 DPS. World Drop | Not listed |
Wicked Edge of the Planes, Reborn has the highest item level here (39).
Next item levels up from Hate-Forged Cleaver among Weapon > Axe: Kelada's Elucidation (item level 60), Plundered Skullsplitter (item level 60), Plundered Iceshard Bite (item level 60), Deadstone Hatchet (item level 155) and Darkreach Hacker (item level 155).
Nearest lower item levels below Hate-Forged Cleaver among Weapon > Axe: Ebonclaw Reaver (item level 24), Headsplitter (item level 18), Vibroblade (item level 18), Black Metal Axe (item level 15) and Dornogal Guard's Splitter (item level 1).
Built from the World of Warcraft client build files and recorded Auction House snapshots.
Blizzard numbers items as they are created, so the named items next to ID 49840 (49835 to 49845) were usually added in the same batch as Hate-Forged Cleaver: the same quest line, zone, vendor or reward set.
Splintered Door of the Citadel ID 49835 · Armor - Shield · item level 35
Frostsworn Bone Leggings ID 49836 · Armor - Mail · item level 35
Mitts of Burning Hail ID 49837 · Armor - Mail · item level 35Carpal Tunnelers ID 49838 · Armor - Leather · item level 35
Mourning Malice ID 49839 · Weapon - Two-Handed Sword · item level 35
Blackened Geist Ribs ID 49841 · Armor - Leather · item level 35
Tapestry of the Frozen Throne ID 49842 · Armor - Cloth · item level 35
Crystalline Citadel Gauntlets ID 49843 · Armor - Plate · item level 35
Crypt Fiend Slayer ID 49844 · Weapon - Bow · item level 35
Bone Golem Scapula ID 49845 · Weapon - One-Handed Mace · item level 35The raw ItemSparse values for item 49840 in the current client build.
Read from the World of Warcraft client build files: Item, ItemSparse, Lock, Holidays, AreaTable and CollectableSourceVendor.
First-party render from the game files. Model © Blizzard Entertainment.
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