Players hunting this drake usually want one thing: a clear plan that saves time. This guide explains where the mount comes from, how to farm it efficiently, what the real requirements are, and whether the grind is worth your time as a collector.

Quick Answer

What it is: a void‑themed nether drake that uses the classic Netherwing model and appears as a fishing‑exclusive flying mount.

How to get it: the mount is obtained by first fishing up a Nether‑Warped Egg from Voidstorm fishing nodes or Patient Treasure chests, then waiting for the egg to hatch. Fishing the Oceanic Vortex or other Void pools in Voidstorm is the most reliable method.

Rarity and status: the egg is very rare. Exact drop rates are not officially published. Community reports indicate long farming sessions are common, and the item can require thousands of casts in unlucky runs. The egg takes about seven days to hatch once obtained.

Is it still obtainable: yes. The mount became available with the Midnight content cycle in patch 12.0.5 and is obtainable on live servers that have that content. If you do not have access to the Voidstorm content you will not be able to farm it.

Mount Overview

The drake is a void‑tinted nether drake that reuses the classic Netherwing model with stronger bioluminescent highlights and the usual spiky silhouette. It reads visually as a darker, more corrupted variant of the Netherwing family, which makes it attractive to collectors who want a void aesthetic without the price tag of some prestige drops.

It is categorized as a flying mount with the same model family as other Netherwing drakes. That means the appearance is familiar, but the color and effects differentiate it for collectors looking for a darker, more ethereal ride. The model is one of the old Netherwing assets, so it keeps that slightly lower‑poly, older feel that some collectors actually prefer.

Collector appeal is high for two reasons: first, it was effectively “in the files” for a long time and only recently became obtainable, which always attracts nostalgia hunters. Second, the mount’s rarity makes it a prestige item for completionists and mount‑showers.

How to Get Nether-Swept Drake

The mount is not a direct drop. The acquisition chain is:

• Fish in Voidstorm at Oceanic Vortex pools, green void pools, or in Patient Treasure chests until you find a Nether‑Warped Egg.
• Keep the egg in your inventory. It has a hatch timer of about seven real days, after which it converts into the mount (or teaches the mount).
• Learn the mount when the egg hatches, then it becomes available to eligible characters on the account. Confirmed comments indicate the item is account‑wide once learned.

Where the egg appears exactly varies. Players report getting it directly from the water during open‑water casts at certain Voidstorm locations, from Oceanic Vortex nodes, and occasionally inside Patient Treasure chests that spawn during Midnight fishing. Because different pools sometimes share loot tables, check both vortexes and nearby green pools for spawns.

Location

Head to Voidstorm. The most commonly reported spots are the Slayer’s Rise area and the Voidscar Arena region, where Oceanic Vortex and other void pools spawn. Players commonly fish directly inside the vortex orb when it appears, but some people report getting the egg from an open‑water cast as well. If you have addons that highlight rare fishing nodes, use them to mark and track Oceanic Vortex spawns.

Because the egg can show up in Patient Treasure chests, keep an ear out for the special sound and visual cue they make if your addons support it. These chests occasionally spawn near Voidstorm fishing nodes and often contain the rarer drops tied to Midnight fishing.

Requirements

• Access to Voidstorm content. If your account or server does not include the Midnight content or patch cycle where Voidstorm exists, you cannot farm the egg.
• Fishing profession. You must fish to get the egg. Some reports say you do not need max fishing skill to get the egg, but higher skill reduces trash and can increase overall efficiency.
• Character level and riding requirements are nominal. Sources list typical riding thresholds for mounts in modern WoW; check your mount journal after the egg hatches. WarcraftMounts lists riding compatibility starting at low levels but flying speed depends on your riding skill. Confirm in‑game if you have any missing riding requirement.
• No achievement, rep, or raid requirement has been documented for the mount; the chase is purely fishing RNG.

Farming Tips

Fishing mounts are mostly about persistence and efficiency. The following tactics will minimize wasted time and increase your practical chance of success.

1) Farm the right nodes

• Prioritize Oceanic Vortex nodes in Voidstorm. They have the most consistent reports of Nether‑Warped Egg drops. Also check green void pools near Voidscar Arena and Slayer’s Rise.

2) Use Patient Treasure mechanics

• When Patient Treasure chests spawn, they can contain the egg. Addons like Angleur or a treasure tracker that pings chest spawns can save you massive time. Community reports emphasize listening for the chest sound and watching the map for visual cues.

3) Maximize effective casts per hour

• Set up a small loop: mount, travel to cluster of nodes, cast until a node despawns, move to next cluster. Keep consumables that increase perception or reduce hostile spawns handy. Players report that perception buffs and “Grand Line” style fishing perks increase the rate of rare spawns.

4) Fishing skill and gear

• Higher fishing skill reduces grey junk and increases useful loot rate, which can reduce time wasted. Some players got the egg at low skill, but efficiency improves with higher skill and the right pole and lures.

5) Alt strategy and multi‑character farming

• Because there is no weekly lockout, you can farm on multiple characters. Spread sessions across alts to parallelize attempts, especially if you have limited playtime on any one character. Keep tracking addons synchronized so you do not waste time rediscovering node locations.

6) Expect RNG. Plan accordingly

• Community reports show highly variable outcomes. Some players got the egg in a few hours. Others report thousands of casts over weeks. Plan the farm as a background activity you can run while doing other tasks, and set a personal time budget before you decide to buy a carry service.

Is This Mount Still Obtainable?

Yes. The mount is obtainable on live servers that include the Midnight content and patch 12.0.5. The feature was added as part of the Midnight content cycle and fishing updates tied to Voidstorm, so if your account is on a realm running that content you can farm for the egg. If you play on a realm or server without those updates, you will not see the egg or the associated fishing pools.

Is It Worth Farming?

That depends on your priorities.

• For completionists: yes. The mount fills a long‑standing gap for Netherwing‑style drakes and has high collector value because it was inaccessible for years while sitting in the database. Many collectors value that provenance.
• For casual players: maybe. The aesthetic is not dramatically different from existing Netherwing drakes, so if you already own several Netherwing variants the visual upgrade may not justify the time investment.
• For prestige hunters: yes. The rarity and the story of this mount being “one of the last datamined Nether drakes to become obtainable” adds prestige value. Expect it to be a rare sight in populated zones.

Similar Mounts

If you like the nether aesthetic, these mounts are strong followups to pursue.

• Grotto Netherwing Drake. Another Netherwing variant with more recent customizations. Good if you want a similar silhouette but different colors.
• Veridian Netherwing Drake. Classic Netherwing palette and prestige feel, easier for collectors who already did the original rep grind. Good comparison for overall silhouette.
• Starspark Netherdrake. A newer netherdrake with brighter effects and starry particles for players who want a flashier void look.
• Ashes of Alar. Different theme but similar prestige. Worth pursuing if you like rare flying mounts that mark you as a veteran collector.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I still get this mount on live servers?

Yes. It is obtainable on servers running the Midnight content, specifically the 12.0.5 content cycle where Voidstorm fishing was expanded. If your server lacks that content you will not be able to farm it.

What drops the mount directly?

Nothing drops the mount immediately. You fish up a Nether‑Warped Egg. After seven days the egg hatches and converts into the mount.

Where do I fish for the egg?

Fish in Voidstorm. Focus on Oceanic Vortex nodes and green void pools around Voidscar Arena and Slayer’s Rise. Patient Treasure chests that spawn in those areas can also contain the egg.

Do I need max fishing skill to get it?

No. Players have reported getting the egg at lower skill levels. However, higher fishing skill reduces junk loot and can increase your effective rare‑drop rate, making long farms less tedious.

How rare is the egg?

Exact rates are unpublished. Community evidence suggests it is very rare and highly variable. Some players get it quickly. Others spend many hours or thousands of casts. Treat it like a low‑percent chance, not a guaranteed grind.

Can multiple characters on my account farm it?

Yes. There is no documented weekly lockout. Farming on several characters is a valid strategy to parallelize attempts. Once learned the mount appears on eligible characters on your account.

Does the mount require any reputation or achievement?

No. There are no documented rep or achievement requirements. The chase is purely fishing‑based.

Is buying a boost a safe option?

Boosting services exist that will farm Voidstorm for you. If you consider this route, choose a reputable provider and keep account security in mind. Many players prefer to farm themselves because the egg is a feel‑good collectible and the hatch timer adds to the personal story.

Final Thoughts

The drake is a classic return to the Netherwing look with the prestige that comes from a rare, fishing‑exclusive acquisition. If you enjoy slow, passive grinds that can run in the background and reward patience, this is a solid chase. If you dislike RNG marathons, consider budgeting a limited number of hours to the farm or using multiple alts to spread attempts. Either way, expect this mount to remain a rare sight and a meaningful addition for completionists and collectors.