Gear Check is a random column that takes a closer look at Death Knight gear and weapons.
One of the first dungeons you’ll hit after entering Northrend is The Nexus. The Nexus isn’t the ideal instance to run in terms of Death Knight boss drops. There is actually only one useful drop inside the instance, the rest of the Nexus loot comes via quest rewards. However, if you are a DK (be it tank or dps) in need of a shoulder upgrade, this is your place.
Boss Drops
The only notable drop inside …

Gear Check is a random column that takes a closer look at Death Knight gear and weapons.

Nothing makes leveling easier than a nice weapon! Once you’re in Northrend you get the opportunity early on for a weapon that will last a good 5-7 levels. The Axe of Frozen Death can easily be obtained at level 68, is a nice source of EXP while obtaining and gives a few other nice quest rewards in the process.
The quest lines for both Alliance and Horde are in Borean Tundra. Head over soon as you hit …