World of Warcraft: Forever adds new class options for six existing races, plus a full class list for the new Skyborne race that splits by faction. Forsaken / Undead Paladin and Dwarf Shaman are the standout additions.
For the full announcement roundup, see our WoW Classic Plus / Forever hub.
New Combinations for Existing Races
Skyborne Class Access
The new Skyborne race splits its class list by faction, and unlike most races, it doesn’t get access to Paladin, Priest, or Warlock at all.
The Shaman/Mage split means Horde and Alliance Skyborne really do play differently as casters — neither side gets the same option. See our Skyborne Elves & Beta Access guide for what it costs to actually play them.
Tips & Tricks
Check both faction options before committing to a Skyborne caster. Since Shaman and Mage are mutually exclusive by faction, there’s no way to try both on the same character.
Check the racials before you pick. Blizzard reworked them again on October 15: Human, Orc, and Dwarf weapon specializations were replaced by critical strike bonuses, Tauren 
Endurance now adds critical damage and healing, and Skyborne’s 
Wind Blessed now gives 3% haste. Our Racial Abilities guide lists every change.
Related Reading
- WoW Classic Plus / Forever Announcement Roundup — the full reveal and headline facts
- Skyborne Elves & Beta Access — pricing and what’s required to unlock the race
- Zephras Isle Guide — the Skyborne starting zone, map, and quests
- WoW Forever Paladin Guide — the full talent and ability breakdown, including Forsaken Paladin
- WoW Forever Shaman Guide — talents and abilities for the new Dwarf Shaman
- Racial Abilities in WoW Forever — every race’s racials after the October 15 update