Get Cataclysmic Gladiator's Greatsword

Cataclysmic Gladiator's Greatsword is a two-handed sword from the gladiator gear set of the final PvP season of the Cataclysm expansion (Arena Season 11, patch 4.3). It is a massive blade with a wide, jagged edge, a dark steel sheen, and crimson inlays near the guard — the distinctive "barbaric" silhouette typical of warrior weapons of that era.

The model belongs to a specific Cataclysm weapon line with a serrated edge and an angular pommel. For transmogrification, the sword is prized for its imposing size and aggressive profile, which reads well on the character's back. It suits any class that can wield two-handed swords: Warrior, Paladin, or Death Knight.

The item is of epic quality and binds to the character on pickup, so it is collected into your appearance directly, without reselling.

Cataclysm gladiator weapons are no longer sold for the PvP currency of their season — that season ended long ago. The sword is now purchased from vendors of antique weapons for Marks of Honor. Marks of Honor drop from loot caches awarded for wins in battlegrounds and rated matches, and are also granted for PvP quests, so you can gather the amount you need at any current level.

The vendors are located in the faction capitals:

• For the Alliance — Captain Dirgehammer in the Hall of Champions in Stormwind, coordinates /way Stormwind 74.8 67.6.
• For the Horde — Sergeant Thunderhorn in the Hall of Legends in Orgrimmar, coordinates /way Orgrimmar 38.4 72.2.

Both vendors carry the same selection of obsolete PvP weapons. After purchase, the appearance is saved permanently to your account collection — there is no need to buy a copy again for another class.

• It harmonizes with the Cataclysm gladiator plate sets of the same season — weapon and armor are built around a single color scheme of dark steel and crimson.
• It looks great with dark "barbaric" sets on Warriors and Death Knights thanks to the large serrated blade.
• It contrasts with bright holy Paladin sets — a debatable but expressive choice for a "fallen" defender look.
• It suits concepts in the spirit of the bloody arena and old-school PvP, where a recognizable, aggressive blade shape matters.