On Overseer's Writhebark Stave's most active realm, the lowest Auction House listing has typically been around 2,045 gold13 silver across its tracked history (Nov 2022 to Jun 2026), ranging from 222 gold56 silver to 18,700 gold17 silver. About 7 were available in the latest snapshot.
The current lowest price is 229% above typical, against a All-Time typical of 2,045 gold13 silver.
Artisan's Mettle
Blazing Ink
Runed Writhebark (or any of 3 other accepted items)The Dragon Isles Inscription recipe Overseer's Writhebark Stave takes Artisan's Mettle, 1 Blazing Ink and 1 Runed Writhebark.
In the Appearances collection, Overseer's Writhebark Stave is listed as Profession. Appearance ID: 76544. 1 other item wears the same appearance:
Read from the World of Warcraft client build files.
In their in-game specialization descriptions, these specs name staves among their preferred weapons:
The 2 items nearest to Overseer's Writhebark Stave (item level 270) in item level among Weapon > Staff.
| Item | Item Level | Requires Level | Stats | Lowest Listed Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overseer's Writhebark Stave (this item) | 270 | 62 | 39.2 DPS, +104 Intellect, +156 Stamina. Crafted with Dragon Isles Inscription | 1,000 gold on 40 realms |
 Truthseeker's Staff | 226 | 60 | 51.9 DPS, +69 Agility, +103 Stamina, +62 Versatility, +52 Haste. World Drop | 8 gold on 52 realms |
| Ineffable Spire | 226 | 60 | 25.8 DPS, +69 Intellect, +103 Stamina, +64 Versatility, +49 Haste. World Drop | 190 gold on 52 realms |
The lowest listed price among them is Truthseeker's Staff at 8 gold in the US Auction House.
Next item levels up from Overseer's Writhebark Stave among Weapon > Staff: Worn Shadowguard Pole (item level 400), Deep-Dweller's Staff (item level 545), Algari Competitor's Staff (item level 577), Gold-Plated Staff (item level 600) and Nightfall Darkcaster's Greatstaff (item level 610).
Nearest lower item levels below Overseer's Writhebark Stave among Weapon > Staff: Floratender's Crutch (item level 197), Faunatender's Baton (item level 197), Tarnished Dawnlit Scepter (item level 197), Tarnished Dawnlit Staff (item level 197) and Thalassian Competitor's Staff (item level 197).
Built from the World of Warcraft client build files and recorded Auction House snapshots.
First-party render from the game files. Model © Blizzard Entertainment.
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