2.2 Other Crafting Materials (e.g., Copper Bar, Bronze Bar)

Besides ores and gems, Jewelcrafting requires crafted materials like Copper Bar and Bronze Bar. These are essential for creating settings and frames for jewelry. Additional items such as Delicate Copper Wire and Bronze Setting are also necessary, ensuring a smooth progression in crafting various items effectively.

Training and Leveling

Jewelcrafting skill cap in Cataclysm Classic is 525, with trainers available in major cities. Progress through Apprentice, Journeyman, and higher ranks, requiring specific character levels to unlock expertise.

3.1 Apprentice Jewelcrafting (1-75)

Apprentice Jewelcrafting is the starting point, requiring character level 10. Learn basic recipes like Copper Wire and Tigerseye jewelry; Craft simple items to gain skill points. Use materials like Copper Bars and Tigerseye to progress. This phase focuses on mastering foundational crafting techniques. Trainers in major cities like Stormwind or Orgrimmar teach the Apprentice rank, providing essential recipes for early-level crafting.

3.2 Journeyman Jewelcrafting (75-150)

Journeyman Jewelcrafting unlocks at 75, introducing Bronze and Heavy Stone crafting. Focus on creating Bronze Settings and Heavy Stone jewelry to gain skill points. Use materials like Bronze Bars, Heavy Stone, and Tigerseye or Malachite. This phase expands your crafting options, allowing you to create more advanced items while progressing toward higher skill levels efficiently.

3.3 Expert Jewelcrafting (150-225)

Expert Jewelcrafting begins at 150, focusing on crafting intricate jewelry like the Ring of the Baron and Pendant of the Agate. Utilize materials such as Jaggal Stone, Shadowmagic, and higher-tier gems. This phase introduces more complex recipes, enhancing your ability to create valuable items. It sets the foundation for Master Jewelcrafting, requiring attention to material efficiency and skill progression.

3.4 Artisan Jewelcrafting (225-300)

Artisan Jewelcrafting unlocks advanced recipes, focusing on high-tier gems and intricate jewelry. Craft items like the Ring of the Earthshaper and Necklace of the Deep, utilizing materials such as Essence of Earth, Ruby, and Sapphire. This phase emphasizes refining your skills and preparing for Master Jewelcrafting by mastering complex gem settings and enhancing your ability to create powerful socketed items.

3.5 Master Jewelcrafting (300-375)

Master Jewelcrafting advances your skills further, enabling the creation of epic gems and powerful jewelry. Craft items like the Ring of the Earthshaper and the Necklace of the Deep, requiring materials such as Adamantite Bars and rare gems. This phase introduces complex recipes and refines your ability to produce high-end socketed items, preparing you for Grand Master Jewelcrafting challenges.

3.6 Grand Master Jewelcrafting (375-425)

Grand Master Jewelcrafting elevates your crafting expertise, focusing on intricate designs and rare materials. At this stage, you’ll craft advanced items like the Pendant of Sunfire and the Ring of Northern Lights, utilizing high-grade gems and metals. This phase introduces complex techniques, enhancing your ability to create exceptional socketed gear and preparing you for the challenges of Illustrious Jewelcrafting.

3.7 Illustrious Jewelcrafting (425-525)

Illustrious Jewelcrafting represents the pinnacle of the profession, requiring skill and dedication to reach 525. Players can craft epic gems like the Chimera’s Eye and exclusive Cataclysm items. Daily quests and earning Illustrious Jewelcrafting Tokens are essential for progressing. This final stage unlocks advanced recipes, allowing the creation of powerful socketed gear and unique jewelry, making it a rewarding conclusion to your Jewelcrafting journey.

Recipes and Crafted Items

Cataclysm Jewelcrafting offers a variety of recipes for crafting jewelry, cutting gems, and socketing items. Players can create rings, necklaces, and epic gems, enhancing gear effectiveness.

4.1 Jewelry Crafting (Rings, Necklaces)

Jewelry crafting in Cataclysm allows players to create rings and necklaces using gems and metals like Copper Bar, Bronze Bar, and Tigerseye. These items enhance gear stats, providing bonuses to strength, agility, or spell power. Crafting jewelry is essential for players seeking to optimize their equipment. Recipes often require specific materials, such as Heavy Stone or Malachite, to craft high-quality pieces.

4.2 Gem Cutting and Socketing

Gem cutting involves refining raw gems into powerful, stat-enhancing versions. Players can socket these gems into gear with slots, boosting abilities. Each gem type, such as Tigerseye or Malachite, provides unique bonuses. Proper socketing maximizes gear efficiency, making it a crucial skill for optimizing equipment in Cataclysm Classic.

4;3 Specialty Items and Recipes

Cataclysm Jewelcrafting offers unique recipes for crafting specialty items like necklaces and rings. These items often require rare gems and materials, such as Tigerseye or Shadowgem. Epic gems and exclusive Cataclysm recipes can be unlocked using Illustrious tokens earned through daily quests, providing access to high-end gear enhancements and unique jewelry designs.

Gems and Sockets

Gems in Cataclysm add stats to socketed gear, enhancing performance. Various types of gems are available, each providing unique bonuses. Socketing allows players to customize their equipment effectively.

5.1 Types of Gems in Cataclysm

In Cataclysm, gems are categorized into types like Agi, Str, Sta, Int, Spi, and others, each providing unique stat bonuses. Rare epic gems offer superior stats, enhancing gear performance significantly.