Project Ascension

Online

World of Warcraft

Launched 8y ago

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39,875

About This Server

Project Ascension

Type: World of Warcraft Private Server
Website: ascension.gg
Tagline: The largest classless WoW private server

Server Overview

Project Ascension is a classless WoW private server where players combine spells, abilities, and talents from any class to build completely unique characters. Founded in 2016, it has grown into the largest WoW private server by community size, with 41,381+ concurrent players and 231,517+ Discord members. Peak populations exceed 70,000 concurrent.

Expansion & Content

Base: WotLK 3.3.5a (content spans Vanilla, TBC, WotLK)
Custom Content: Classless system, 21 custom classes (CoA realm), Mystic Enchantments, Bloodforged Items
Game Modes: Draft, Wildcard, Ironman, Nightmare, Open World PvP
Server Status: Long-Running since 2016

Rates

XP Rate: x1 (varies by realm and mode)
Drop Rate: Blizzlike
Reputation Rate: Blizzlike

Features

Classless System: Pick any spell, ability, or talent from any class
Realms: Bronzebeard (progressive), Area 52 (freepick), CoA (21 custom classes)
Mystic Enchantments: Modify and improve favorite spells
Bloodforged Items: Rare upgraded gear obtainable through PvP
Mythic Vanilla Dungeons: Enhanced difficulty classic dungeons
Ascended Raids: Custom harder raid encounters
High-Risk Open World PvP: Steal gear from defeated opponents
Multi-Language: EN, CN, RU, ES, PT, CZ, FR, DE
Free-to-Play: Cosmetic/convenience cash shop only, no P2W

Population

Active Players: 41,381+ concurrent online
Discord Community: 231,517+ members

Statistics

Discord Online39,875

Launch Date1/1/2018

StatusOnline

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Frequently Asked Questions

What expansion or version does Project Ascension run?: Project Ascension runs Custom of World of Warcraft.
How many players are online on Project Ascension?: Project Ascension currently has 39,875 members online in its Discord community, tracked in real time by Nostalgic.gg.
When did Project Ascension launch?: Project Ascension launched in January 2018.
What are the rates on Project Ascension?: Project Ascension runs 1x (varies by realm and mode).
Is Project Ascension pay-to-win?: Project Ascension is community-tagged as no-pay-to-win — gameplay progression is not gated behind purchases.
Does Project Ascension have open-world PvP?: Yes — Project Ascension is community-tagged as PvP-focused, with open-world combat and/or scheduled siege content.
How do I join Project Ascension?: Click the Join button on this page, or visit https://ascension.gg/ directly. The official Discord invite is also available on this listing.

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Statistics

Discord Online39,875

Launch Date1/1/2018

StatusOnline

Details

Versions

Custom

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