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Violet Proto-Drake

Violet Proto-Drake

I cannot help but wonder if things would have turned out different if the titans had elevated even one more dragonflight. -Alexstrasza

AchievementExtremeUncommon · 18% ownWrath of the Lich KingWorld Events · Achievement
Source
Achievement
Farm Time
~30 min per attempt
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Acquisition Guide

The Violet Proto-Drake is a 310% speed flying mount awarded by completing the meta-achievement 'What A Long, Strange Trip It's Been', which requires finishing a series of seasonal holiday achievements across one full calendar year.

1

Complete January Holiday Event

Complete the 'To Honor Ones Elders' achievement during the Lunar Festival in January.

2

Complete February Holiday Event

Complete the 'Fool For Love' achievement during the Love is in the Air event in February.

3

Complete April Holiday Event

Complete the 'Noble Gardener' achievement during Noblegarden in April.

4

Complete May Holiday Event

Complete the 'For The Children' achievement during Children's Week in May.

5

Complete June/July Holiday Event

Complete either 'The Flame Keeper' or 'The Flame Warden' achievement during the Midsummer Fire Festival in June and July.

6

Complete September/October Brewery Event

Complete the 'Brewmaster' achievement during Brewfest in September and October.

7

Complete October Holiday Event

Complete the 'Hallowed Be Thy Name' achievement during Hallow's End in October, which includes defeating the Headless Horseman.

8

Complete December Holiday Event

Complete the 'Merrymaker' achievement during the Winter Veil event in December.

9

Collect Mount From Mailbox

Once all seasonal achievements are completed and the meta-achievement 'What A Long, Strange Trip It's Been' is awarded, check your in-game mailbox for a letter from Alexstrasza the Life-Binder containing the Violet Proto-Drake.

Tips

  • Blizzard has relaxed some of the meta-achievement requirements over time, including changes to sub-achievements like Brew of the Year, Be Mine, Perma-Peddle, and Veteran Nanny, making the overall meta more accessible than it was originally.

Frequently asked questions

How do you get Violet Proto-Drake in WoW?

Complete the "What a Long, Strange Trip It's Been" achievement

What expansion is Violet Proto-Drake from?

Violet Proto-Drake is a achievement mount from the Wrath of the Lich King expansion of World of Warcraft.

Is Violet Proto-Drake still obtainable?

Yes, Violet Proto-Drake is currently obtainable in World of Warcraft.

Guide last updated March 13, 2026

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