WoW Inscription Guide

What is an Inscriptor?

An Inscriptor is a character that possesses the ability to make Inscriptions as a profession in World of Warcraft and will be available from the release of Wrath of the Lich King.

What are Inscriptions?

Inscriptions are going to allow for the augmentation of a spell or possibily an ability. You will be able to change the characteristics of a spell to enhance its damage, cooldown, or the effects it has.
Were you looking for the type of armor augments known as Inscriptions, or the class lore from the RPG, Inscriber?

How do I use inscriptions?

Each player will be given a new page in their spell book where they can store up to 6 glyps, 4 maximum and 2 minor. Obviously, minor glyphs will be minor enchancements and major will be major enhancements to a spell or ability and each player will be limited in the number of enhancements he/she can do.

What will be used to make inscriptions?

No one seems to know yet, but Herbalism components have been suggested.

Will I be able to make inscriptions without purchasing the Wrath of the Lich King expansion?

Most likely not, inscriptions are a feature available to those who do purchase the expansion. However, as with the Burning Crusade some of the lower end items were bind on equip and there might also be some available in the same method for Wrath of the Lich King.

How can I train inscriptions as a profession?

Inscription trainers will most likely be available in Northrend and quite possibly the major cities.