
The Shadow Guard Level 60 quest · Eastern Plaguelands
- Level
- 60
- Zone
- Eastern Plaguelands
- Author
- Dakota Chinnick
- Methodology
- Data Methodology
The Shadow Guard is picked up from Mataus the Wrathcaster in Eastern Plaguelands at 71.6, 48.7. To complete it: collect 10 × Insignia of the Crusade. Return to Mataus the Wrathcaster to turn it in.
- Quest level
- 60from level 60
- Faction
- Both factions
- Repeatable
- Yes
- Reputation
- +100 Argent Dawn
In-game objectiveMataus the Wrathcaster at Light's Hope Chapel in the Eastern Plaguelands wants 10 Insignia of the Crusade and 30 gold.
The Shadow Guard walkthrough
Classic data3 steps in order, numbered on the map. Select a step to find it, and tick it off when it is done.
- 2◆Collect
Collect 10 ×
Insignia of the Crusade.

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Requirements
Classic dataYou can pick it up from level 60. It requires Honored standing with Argent Dawn.
- Required level
- 60
- Reputation
- Argent DawnHonored
- Money required
- 30
- Repeatable
- Can be handed in again
Getting there
Game data- Alliance: the nearest flight master is Light's Hope Chapel (71.7, 49.6).
- Horde: the nearest flight master is Light's Hope Chapel (70.4, 47.6).
Quest text
What the quest giver says in the game, word for word.
SpoilerRead the quest text
Description
A creation of genius! Much like the Ice Guard, the Shadow Guard employs a thin sheen of protective magic that covers certain pieces of equipment. And like the Ice Guard, the Shadow Guard is going to cost you a good amount of money.
<Mataus holds his hand out and rubs his fingers together.>
Interested?
In progress
<Mataus yawns.>
Be gone, insect, lest you have something for me.
Completion
<Mataus stuffs the gold into his robe.>
What are you still standing around for, your race? Our business is done.
Data: WoW Forever client 1.60.1.70790. How we source this
The Shadow Guard is picked up from Mataus the Wrathcaster in Eastern Plaguelands at 71.6, 48.7. It is a level 60 quest. To complete it: collect 10 × Insignia of the Crusade. Return to Mataus the Wrathcaster to turn it in. You can pick it up from level 60. It requires Honored standing with Argent Dawn. You receive Shadow Guard. Reputation: +100 Argent Dawn. Quest data comes from Classic's world data; Blizzard may change details in WoW Forever.
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The Shadow Guard FAQ
Where does The Shadow Guard start?
The Shadow Guard is picked up from Mataus the Wrathcaster in Eastern Plaguelands at 71.6, 48.7. Waypoint: /way 71.6 48.7. (Classic data; Blizzard may change it in WoW Forever.)
Where do I turn in The Shadow Guard?
Turn it in to Mataus the Wrathcaster in Eastern Plaguelands at 71.6, 48.7.
What are the rewards for The Shadow Guard?
You receive Shadow Guard. Reputation: +100 Argent Dawn.
What do I need before I can start The Shadow Guard?
You can pick it up from level 60. It requires Honored standing with Argent Dawn.
Can I do The Shadow Guard solo?
Yes. The Shadow Guard is an ordinary level 60 quest, made to be completed alone at that level.
