martha lin 0 Posted Rabu, jam 06:56 Jewelcrafting isn’t just another crafting profession in TBC — it’s one of the most important parts of the expansion’s economy. Every raider, PvPer, and min-maxer needs gems, and they need them constantly. Gear upgrades = new sockets New sockets = more gems More gems = more gold for you Let’s break down how to profit. Why Jewelcrafting Is So Strong in TBC Unlike many professions that rely on occasional big crafts, Jewelcrafting has repeat customers. Players replace gems all the time: New raid gear PvP gear upgrades Spec changes Optimization for different encounters Demand never really stops. Step 1: Mining Synergy (Optional but Powerful) If you pair Jewelcrafting with Mining, your profit margin jumps massively. Mining gives you: Fel Iron Ore Adamantite Ore Khorium Ore You prospect ore into gems, cutting out the middleman and keeping costs low. Even if you don’t mine yourself, understanding ore-to-gem value helps you buy cheap and sell high. Step 2: Know Which Gems Actually Sell Not all gems are equal. Beginners often waste materials cutting unpopular colors. Top-Selling Rare Gems These move constantly: Bold Living Ruby (Strength) Runed Living Ruby (Spell Power) Delicate Living Ruby (Agility) Solid Star of Elune (Stamina) Glowing Nightseye (Spell Power + Stamina) These are raid and PvP staples. Meta Gems = Big Profits Meta gems like: Relentless Earthstorm Diamond Chaotic Skyfire Diamond These sell well because they’re required for optimal builds. Step 3: Recipes = Your Real Power Your gold income depends on the cuts you learn. Best sources: Reputation vendors Dungeon drops Daily Jewelcrafting quests (depending on Anniversary implementation) The earlier you get popular recipes, the less competition you have. Veteran trick: Some “boring” cuts sell better than flashy ones because they’re used in more gear setups. Step 4: How to Sell Smart You’re not just a crafter — you’re a service provider. Two main ways to profit: Sell pre-cut gems on the Auction House Good for fast, passive sales. Offer cutting services in trade chat Players bring their own gems and tip you. Zero material cost = pure profit. Raid nights are prime time. Step 5: Market Timing Gem demand spikes during: New raid releases PvP season starts Weekly raid reset days That’s when players upgrade gear and re-gem everything. Stock up before those times. Step 6: Prospecting for Profit Sometimes the gold isn’t in cutting — it’s in prospecting. Buy ore cheap → prospect → sell raw rare gems or cut them depending on price differences. Check: Ore price Raw gem price Cut gem price Whichever margin is highest wins. Common Beginner Mistakes Cutting random gems without checking demand Undercutting too aggressively Ignoring meta gem market Selling during low-traffic hours Patience = profit. Final Thoughts Jewelcrafting is one of the most reliable ways to build long-term cheap WoW TBC Classic Anniversary gold. It scales with player progression — and as gear improves, your market grows. Once your recipe collection expands, you move from “making some gold” to “controlling a niche.” That’s when Jewelcrafting stops being a profession… and starts being a business. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
