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In the vast world of World of Warcraft Classic's Season of Discovery (SoD), players are always on the lookout for hidden gems and unique items that can give them an edge in their adventures. One such elusive item is Neemar the Slayer's Dark Hooded Cape, a pre-raid Best in Slot (BiS) for several classes, making it a coveted piece for rogues, hunters, feral druids, warriors, enhancement shamans, and retribution paladins. This guide will not only walk you through the process of farming Neemar for this rare item but also share an intriguing story about the challenges and camaraderie that can arise in the pursuit of this cloak.

Farming Neemar the Slayer:

Neemar the Slayer, a level 37 troll, is the target of this unique farming endeavor. He roams the vicinity of Witherbark Village in the southeast of Arathi Highlands. The cloak, known as Neemar's Dark Hooded Cape, boasts 10 agility and four strengths, making it a valuable pre-raid BiS for multiple classes. Additionally, being a Bind on Equip (BoE) item, it can be traded or sold for a substantial amount of WoW Classic SoD gold.

The first step in the process is to locate Neemar's spawn points around Witherbark Village. A recommended method for this is to stand at Fubar's tree and use Eagle Eye, along with a scanning add-on like Rear Scanner or Unit Scan, to check for Neemar's presence. Once found, it's time to initiate the kite, keeping in mind that Neemar has other trolls in his vicinity. Instead of engaging them directly, using a pet to distract them while focusing on Neemar can streamline the process.

As a Horde player, heading to the Go'esh Farm is suggested, especially on a PvP server, as the orcs in the area are friendly to Horde players. However, the guide emphasizes that competition for Neemar spawns can arise, making the farming process more challenging. The respawn time for Neemar is estimated to be 5 to 8 hours, allowing dedicated players to potentially farm the cloak multiple times a day.

Evaluating the Market:

The guide delves into the market dynamics of Neemar's Dark Hooded Cape on both the US and EU servers. Prices on the US side range from 300 gold on Wild Growth to 500 gold on Chaos Bolt. The EU side sees prices varying from 200 to 600 gold on different servers. This price fluctuation emphasizes the importance of checking the market on your specific server before deciding whether to sell the cloak immediately or hold onto it for potential future value.

Considering that the cloak is most useful at level 40, players face the dilemma of whether to sell it early or wait until the demand increases when players reach that level. The author warns that potential factors like the introduction of a better item or a level 40 version of the Sergeant's Cloak could affect the market value.

A Tale of Cross-Faction Collaboration:

The guide takes an unexpected turn as the author shares a personal story from the Neemar farming experience. Sometimes, players might encounter others with the same goal, leading to a cooperative effort or even competition for spawns. In this particular instance, the author encounters a hunter-multiboxer who shares the same farming strategy. The multi-boxer, facing competition, calls in a favor, and an Alliance player intervenes.

The story unfolds with a series of encounters, including PvP skirmishes, demonstrating the lengths to which players are willing to go to secure Neemar's spawns. Despite the potential frustration of having competition, the author expresses appreciation for the collaborative effort and finds it exhilarating to witness a cartel forming for the sake of farming a rare item.

Conclusion and Advice:

In conclusion, the guide encourages players interested in farming Neemar's Dark Hooded Cape to assess the situation on their server. If the troll is uncontested, it presents an excellent opportunity for gold farming. However, if a cartel or competition exists, players are advised to consider organizing guildies for PvP or finding alternative strategies to secure tags.

The author extends best wishes to those embarking on this farming journey and invites readers to subscribe for more content. The guide not only serves as a practical resource for WoW Classic players but also offers a glimpse into the dynamic and sometimes unexpected interactions that can arise in the pursuit of rare and valuable items in the game. Happy farming, and may the loot be ever in your favor!