Dragonscale Expedition Guide | Cymre Jones (2024)

The Dragonscale Expedition is the archaeology revamp we’ve all been waiting for. As one of the main factions in Dragonflight, this was the one I was most excited about.

The Dragonscale Expedition has set up temporary headquarters on the south side of The Waking Shores. As you progress through the ranks, you’ll be able to unlock more items that help you find more treasure, unlock magic-bound chests and power up an ancient travel network. These quality-of-life changes can be purchased from Pathfinder Jeb in Dragonscale Basecamp.

There are several ways to earn reputation in the Dragon Isles.

You will need 2500 reputation for each level of renown. It won’t take long to unlock the temporary headquarters at the southern end of The Waking Shores. By the time you hit 70, you should have ~ 5 renown just from completing the campaign quests related to the Dragonscale Expedition, any side quests mostly in The Waking Shores but there are a few questlines in other zones including the Ruins of Karnthar storyline that starts in Camp Nowhere, The Azure Span.

LevelNameDescription1The Dragonscale ExpeditionYou have begun your adventures with the Dragonscale Expedition!2Expedition Scout PacksYou may now find Expedition Scout Packs around the Dragon Isles. Speak with Pathfinder Jeb in the Dragonscale Basecamp for more details.

At renown 2, you can unlock the Expedition Scout Packs which are abundant and not limited to The Waking Shores. They often contain a Dragon Isles Artifact (each worth 15 rep), a steady source of Dragon Isles Supplies (the main currency in Dragonflight), the odd cosmetic items and vendor trash that sells for a nice sum of gold. The reputation tokens can be handed in to Cataloger Jakes located inside the main tent in Dragonscale Basecamp.

2Dragon Isles SuppliesSeek out Cataloger Jakes in the Dragonscale Basecamp to receive a Small Dragonscale Expedition Supply Pack.3Simple Expedition ToolsYou may now acquire the cosmetic weapon appearances Excavator’s Punch, Excavator’s Mallet, Excavator’s Trowel, and Excavator’s Chisel from Rae’ana at the Dragonscale Basecamp.4Dragonscale Expedition CloaksYou may acquire cosmetic Dragonscale Expedition Cloaks from Pathfinder Jeb at the Dragonscale Expedition Basecamp.5Blacksmithing Plans I: ToolPurchase the Plans: Sturdy Expedition Shovel in the Dragonscale Basecamp from Boss Magor.5Buried TreasuresYou may use your Expedition Shovel to find and dig through Disturbed Dirt mounds. A Sturdy Expedition Shovel can be purchased from Pathfinder Jeb at the Dragonscale Expedition Basecamp.

This offers an additional source of rep tokens.

5Dragon Isles SuppliesSeek out Cataloger Jakes in the Dragonscale Basecamp to receive a Small Dragonscale Expedition Supply Pack.6Expedition ClimbersUnlock the challenge of rock climbing in the Dragon Isles. Doc Nanners at the Dragonscale Basecamp will help you get started.

Earn a Dragonscale Expedition Backpack, allowing you to take part in special climbing activities across the Dragon Isles.

6Expedition Supply KitSeek out Pathfinder Jeb at the Dragonscale Basecamp to acquire your Expedition Supply Kit. This kit will assist you with Dragonscale Expedition activities.6Dragon Isles SuppliesSeek out Cataloger Jakes in the Dragonscale Basecamp to receive a Small Dragonscale Expedition Supply Pack.7Advanced Expedition ToolsYou may acquire cosmetic weapon appearances Expedition Excavator, Trusty Sweeper, Researcher’s Magnifier from Rae’ana at the Dragonscale Basecamp.7Ancient Waygates ISpeak with Thaelin Darkanvil at the Rubyscale Outpost up the hill from the Dragonscale Basecamp to unlock a pair of Ancient Waygates that can be used to transport between the Rubyscale Outpost and the Cobalt Assembly.8Cataloging the ExpeditionUnlock access to the Cataloging Expeditions across the Dragon Isles. Doc Nanners at the Dragonscale Basecamp will help you get started.8Ancient Waygates IISeek out Thaelin Darkanvil at the Rubyscale Outpost up the hill from the Dragonscale Basecamp to pursue access to a third Ancient Waygate.8Dragon Isles SuppliesSeek out Cataloger Jakes in the Dragonscale Basecamp to receive a Small Dragonscale Expedition Supply Pack.9Drakewatcher Manuscripts IYou may acquire three new Drakewatcher Manuscripts for your Renewed Proto-Drake: Spined Brow, Maned Crest, and Spiked Jaw) from Rae’ana at the Dragonscale Basecamp.9Enchanting Formulas IPurchase the Formula: Enchant Cloak – Graceful Avoidance and Formula: Enchant Boots – Rider’s Reassurance in the Dragonscale Basecamp from Boss Magor.Dragonscale Expedition Guide | Cymre Jones (1)9Wayfinder’s CompassReceive the Wayfinder’s Compass (toy) from Pathfinder Jeb at the Dragonscale Basecamp.9Expedition Jewelcrafting I: GemsPurchase the designs for Radiant Malygite, Energized Malygite, Sensei’s Neltharite and Keen Neltharite in the Dragonscale Basecamp from Boss Magor. Requires Dragon Isles Jewelcrafting (30)9Engineering Schematics I: ExplosivesPurchase the Schematic: Gravity Bomb and the Schematic: Primal Deconstruction Charge in the Dragonscale Basecamp from Boss Magor.10Word of a Worthy Ally IYour standing with the Dragonscale Expedition allows your other characters on this account to gain 100% additional reputation with the Dragonscale Expedition while their renown is below rank 10.10Ancient Waygates IIISeek out Thaelin Darkanvil at the Dragonscale Basecamp to pursue access to a fourth Ancient Waygate.10Bonus SuppliesYou gain a 25% chance to get additional Dragon Isles Supplies from treasure chests in the Dragon Isles.10Dragon Isles SuppliesSeek out Cataloger Jakes in the Dragonscale Basecamp to receive a Small Dragonscale Expedition Supply Pack.11Animal SpecialistYou may acquire the Gray Marmoni or Black Skitterbug battle pets from Granpap Whiskers at the Dragonscale Basecamp.12Expedition Equipment IPurchase a pair of useful combat Expedition gloves (item level 376) from Pathfinder Jeb at the Dragonscale Basecamp.13Dragon Isles SuppliesSeek out Cataloger Jakes in the Dragonscale Basecamp to receive a Small Dragonscale Expedition Supply Pack.13Expedition CookingYou may acquire the Recipe: Salad on the Side from Boss Magor at the Dragonscale Basecamp. Requires Dragon Isles Cooking (35)13Expedition Jewelcrafting Designs II: TrinketsPurchase the Design: Idol of the Earth Warder and Design: Idol of the Lifebinder from Boss Magor at the Dragonscale Basecamp.13Questline: A Mystery, SealedYou gain access to the first chapter of the Dragonscale Expedition’s continued adventures. This questline begins with The Sealed Door acquired from Naleidea Rivergleam14Crafter’s Knowlegde IYou will receive Dragonscale Expedition crafter’s knowledge from Boss Magorat the Dragonscale Expedition Basecamp.14Dragonscale Expedition EnsemblesYou may acquire cosmetic Dragonscale Expedition Ensembles from Pathfinder Jeb at the Dragonscale Expedition Basecamp.15Ancient Waygates IVSeek out Thaelin Darkanvil at the Rubyscale Outpost to pursue access to a fifth Ancient Waygate.15Inscription Technique I: Drake CustomizationPurchase the Technique: Renewed Proto-Drake: Spined Hair in the Dragonscale Basecamp from Boss Magor.15Drakewatcher Manuscripts IIYou may acquire three new Drakewatcher Manuscripts for your Renewed Proto-Drake (Spiked Club Tail,Swept Horns, Harrier Pattern) from Rae’ana at the Dragonscale Basecamp.15Jewelecrafting Designs III: Crafter’s GearYou may acquire Design: Magnificent Margin Magnifier from Boss Magor at the Dragonscale Basecamp.15Tailoring Patterns I: Crafter’s GearPurchase the Pattern: Master’s Wildercloth Fishing Cap, Pattern: Master’s Wildercloth Chef’s Hat, Pattern: Explorer’s Banner of Dragon Isles Flora and Pattern: Explorer’s Banner of Dragon Isles Geology in the Dragonscale Basecamp from Boss Magor.15Engineering Schematics II: Crafter’s GearPurchase the Schematic: Ore Pack and Schematic: Tailor’s Shears in the Dragonscale Basecamp from Boss Magor.16Enchanting Formula I: Enduring Enchanted LockpicksPurchase the Enchanting Formula: Enduring Enchanted Lockpicks in the Dragonscale Basecamp from Boss Magor. Requires Dragon Isles Enchanting (25).16Magical Treasure ChestsYou may now find magical treasure chests in the caves and ruins of the Dragon Isles. Speak with Rae’ana at the Dragonscale Basecamp for more information.17Researching in ComfortYou may acquire the toys (Soft Purple Pillow, Small Triangular Pillow, Skinny Reliquary Pillow) from Rae’ana at the Dragonscale Basecamp.17Ancient Waygate VSeek out Thaelin Darkanvil at the Rubyscale Outpost to gain access to a sixth Ancient Waygate.17Tailoring Patterns II: Throw Pillow and Explorer’s TentPurchase the Tailoring Pattern: Throw Pillow and the Pattern: Dragonscale Expedition’s Expedition Tent from Boss Magor at the Dragonscale Basecamp.18Expedition Equipment IIYou may acquire a pair of useful leg armour (item level 389) from Pathfinder Jeb at the Dragonscale Basecamp.18Bonus Supplies IIIncrease the chance to find double Dragon Isles Supplies in treasure chests to 50%.19Inscription Technique II: Dragonscale Expedition ContractPurchase Technique: Contract: Dragonscale Expedition in the Dragonscale Basecamp from Boss Magor.19Tailoring Patterns III: Azureweave Adventurer’s PackPurchase the Azureweave Expedition Pack (34-slot bag) in the Dragonscale Basecamp from Boss Magor.19Banners of the United FactionsYou may acquire the banners for both the Reliquary and Explorer’s League that now are united in the Dragonscale Expedition (Reliquary Banner, Explorer’s League Banner) from Cataloger Jakes at the Dragonscale Basecamp.19Dragonscale Expedition TabardYou may purchase a Dragonscale Expedition Tabard from Cataloger Jakes at the Dragonscale Basecamp.20Explosive ArchaeologyAbility to purchase Expedition Explosives from Pathfinder Jeb at the Dragonscale Basecamp.20Ancient Waygate VISeek out Thaelin Darkanvil at the Rubyscale Outpost to gain access to a seventh Ancient Waygate.20Word of a Worthy Ally IIYour standing with the Dragonscale Expedition allows your other characters on this account to gain 100% additional reputation with the Dragonscale Expedition while their renown is below rank 20 and 200% if below rank 10.21Jeweled Whelpling Treasure MapsUnlocks the ability to find Treasure Maps leading to Jeweled Whelpling materials and jewelcrafting patterns. Speak to Boss Magor in the Dragonscale Basecamp for the first Onyx Gem Cluster Map.21Quack-E Quack ModulatorYou may acquire the Quack-E voice modulator, a crucial component of a Quack-E mechanical companion, from Pathfinder Jeb at the Dragonscale Basecamp.21Tailoring Patterns IV: Duck Stuffed Duck LoviePurchase the Pattern: Duck-Stuffed Duck Lovie in the Dragonscale Basecamp from Boss Magor.21Engineering Schematics III: Quack-E and Expedition Multi-ToolboxPurchase the Schematic: Quack-Ein the Dragonscale Basecamp from Boss Magor. Requires Dragon Isles Engineering (50).21Inscription Technique II: Illusion Parchments: Magma MissilePurchase the Technique: Illusion Parchment: Magma Missile in the Dragonscale Basecamp at Boss Magor.22Drakewatcher Manuscripts IIIYou may acquire three new Drakewatcher Manuscripts to provideBlue Scales to your Windborne Velocidrake, Highland Drake, and/or Cliffside Wylderdrake from Rae’ana at the Dragonscale Basecamp.23Crafter’s Knowledge IIYou will receive additional Dragonscale Expedition crafter’s knowledge from Boss Magor at the Dragonscale Expedition Basecamp.23Ancient Waygate VIISeek out Thaelin Darkanvil at the Rubyscale Outpost to pursue access to the eighth and final Ancient Waygate.24Questline: In the Halls of TitansGain access to the second chapter of the Dragonscale Expedition’s continued adventures. This questline begins with Break on Through acquired from Cataloger Jakes in the Dragonscale Basecamp. (see video)25A Heroic RewardSpeak to Unatos in Valdrakken to receive a Primal Infusion. This can be used as an optional reagent to increase a crafted item’s level to 395 or higher.25SkitterflyingYou may acquire two skitterfly mounts (Tamed Skitterfly, Azure Skitterfly) from Granpap Whiskers at the Dragonscale Basecamp.25Intrepid ExplorerYou may now use the well-earned title Intrepid Explorer
See Also
Dragonflight: Major Factions OverviewDragonscale Expedition Reputation Overview in Dragonflight (10.0.2)

There’s a heap of fun achievements to collect. Mainly from all the climbing and cataloguing world quests in each of the zones.

At renown 5, you start getting weekly bounty quests. They reward 250 reputation while the two dungeon quests reward 300 each. Some are listed below.

Explorer, your discoveries have been invaluable. There is even more out there to uncover and we have the tools to help you do it. Come back to the Dragonscale Basecamp and gear up using the Expedition Supply Kit.

Complete the Bonds Renewed storyline starting with Dormant Discovery at renown 7. The remaining waygates are unlocked at 8,10,15,17, 20 and 23.

Buried Treasures are similar to dig sites where a number of Disturbed Dirt mounds are clustered around a small area. You’ll need to purchase some Small Expedition Shovels to dig these up so make sure you have a stack of these on hand. At renown 7, you’ll be able to research the anomaly detection spell framework under the Advanced Expedition Tools.

Once you’ve unlocked world quests, you’ll have some fun ways to earn extra rep so those photography and climbing skills should come in handy.

The climbing quests are some of the more enjoyable world quests in this expansion whether you’re excavating dragon bones, releasing some time-lost kittens, or rescuing a monkey – my personal favourite! ;P

Cataloging quests are pretty much the same in each zone. Most of the time you’ll be travelling on a raft but occasionally you’ll get to travel in a hot air balloon. At first, you’ll only get three shots before you need to reload your camera so you may need to take the same trip more than once to complete the world quest. Eventually, you’ll be able to see rarer creatures by researching extra talents in your Expedition Supply Kit making it a lot easier to fill your bar and may even snap a legendary NPC for a couple of achievements.

Dragonscale Expedition Guide | Cymre Jones (2024)
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