Silent Fang — Transmog Set Guide

Silent Fang is a one-handed sword with a curved, katana-style blade. The model is distinctive: a narrow blade with a slight curve and a dark hilt, with the item icon inv_sword_41. Visually it is a restrained, "eastern" weapon with no flashy glow effects, which makes it a handy foundation for the looks of a mercenary, a rogue, or a wandering swordsman.

The sword originally appeared in the classic version of World of Warcraft as a reward from the Scholomance dungeon. In patch 5.0.4 the item was removed from the game along with the old version of the dungeon, and it was later returned in patch 10.1.5 (the Dragonflight expansion) together with the "Legacy of Scholomance" initiative. It is now a full-fledged target for transmog collectors: the appearance can once again be obtained and added to your collection.

Beyond its appearance, the sword has an effect that veterans will recognize — a possible on-hit effect, "Silence", which prevents the target from casting spells for 6 seconds. It has long ceased to affect stats in the modern game, but it adds to the item's recognizability.

Silent Fang drops from the final boss, Darkmaster Gandling. Important: the sword does not drop from the modern version of the dungeon, but from the old (classic) version of Scholomance, which you must unlock first.

• Difficulty: the dungeon is outdated and can easily be cleared solo at max level.
• The drop chance from Gandling is around 15%, so several runs may be required.
• There are no entry limits — the old version can be reset as many times as you need for farming.

How to Unlock the Old Version of Scholomance

Access is opened through the achievement "Memory of Scholomance". In short, the sequence is as follows:

• Clear the modern version of Scholomance and kill Darkmaster Gandling.
• In the room above and behind him, use the "Krastinov's Bag of Horrors" toy and find the bone next to which the ghost of Eva Sarkhoff appears. Take Eva's femur.
• Gather the ritual items in the Western Plaguelands and neighboring zones: water from the fountain in Caer Darrow, as well as items that ghosts will exchange for ritual candles.
• Perform the ritual according to Eva's diary in the dead-end room in the northeastern corner of the building — you will receive the "Memory of Scholomance" achievement and permanent access to the old version of the dungeon.

After unlocking, the entrance to the old version appears inside the same building on the island of Caer Darrow — you need to turn not toward the modern entrance, but toward the ritual diary.

Silent Fang has no color variations (recolors) — it is a unique appearance. But its katana model is also used by other blades, so a similar silhouette can be assembled from more accessible sources.

If you want exactly this curved "eastern" silhouette but don't want to farm the old version of the dungeon, take a look at the "Skystrider Katana" — it uses the same model and is easier to obtain.

• It harmonizes with dark leather sets in the mercenary or rogue style thanks to its restrained dark hilt.
• It works for a dual-wield look with a matching blade of the same model — two katanas look cohesive.
• It contrasts with heavy plate armor: a light curved blade next to massive armor gives a deliberately austere, "wandering" look.
• It fits thematic Plaguelands and undead looks — given that the sword is historically tied to Scholomance.