tip for learning a zone without maps

[Sadre Spinegnawer]

This might be obvious, but maybe someone will find it useful.

On this server, I like to see if I can remember these old zones, or re-learn them without always looking at a map and/or using /loc.

This can be tricky. Even if you have invis and itu gtg, being lost is being lost. Here is a trick I use.

(Note: this is for exploring/learning, not fighting in, a dungeon or zone)

When you get to a place where you know where you are, target a mob, and keep that mob targeted. Then explore, and if you think you are getting lost, see if you can backtrack. Your targeted mob will be flashing for you to verify, yes, ok, I am back here.

I use this trick a lot to make sure I have a zone down pat. Works really well to prevent getting totally lost or going in circles.

A second trick, one can also drop a piece of food or some other disposable item on the ground, just like the trail of bread crumbs from the fairy tale. Only shortcoming there is the item poofs after 5 minutes or so, but this method still works if you are trying to learn a quick run -- like how to learn the maze in Cazic Thule.


there are other ways to find your way than maps! You can learn zones "in game" if you use these techniques. I am sure others have other tips.