It’s a shame really, there I was with good rep with Booty Bay and the other Goblin strongholds, and it seems it may have all been for nothing. With the new Warcraft expansion, Cataclysm, the Goblins become a playable race for the horde.
Well maybe not everything is lost. You see the new Goblins race that come with the next Warcraft expansion are apparently just one small faction of the goblins we all know. Our friends at Gadgetzan and elsewhere will still be there, wheeling and dealing away.
The lore behind this schism is that Deathwing returns, and drives those it attacks to the Lost Isles, and into an alliance with the existing horde races.
In keeping with the opening up of classes for all races, Goblins will start with a good selection of; Hunter, Mage, Priest, Rogue, Shaman, Warlock, and Warrior. The two most “spiritual” classes of Druid and Paladin are left out, and this seems like a good choice.
The character models are a total revamp of the existing in-game NPC models. Expect far more detail, and a more sinister outlook all round.
As for racial abilities, the list reads;
Better Living Through Chemistry – The standard 25 point boost to a profession that most races get now. This time it’s Alchemy. The most consistent of the gold making professions at low level (everyone needs potions – all the time) Consumable manufacture is a real gold spinner.
Pack Hobgoblin – Amazingly, this perk is the ability to call up a mobile bank and Auction house GUI in the field. To wheel and deal from wherever you are. For gold makers this is an absolutely great perk.
Rocket Barrage – Damage nearby opponents with a barrage of rockets (see, the clue is in the title) No news on cooldown or threat.
Rocket Jump – Akin to a Warriors charge, but as a racial talent. Useful for tanking
Time is Money – 1% Attack speed bonus. This final, passive trait will add a 1% increase to casting speed and attack speed.
It’s hard to say with so little detail, but to my eye the new Goblin class in Warcraft Cataclysm lends itself to tanking and gold making. The detail is missing though. Cooldowns and threat profile need to be added to what we know so far to be sure of this.
Goblins look great. They add real personality to the game, and with a wealth of new and exciting talents, it’s a class I’m really looking forward to playing.
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