For an Arcane Mage , choose Scryer in most cases. The faction rewards are very close, but Scryer is usually the more convenient and slightly better- rounded pick for casters, while Aldor is the more “pure spell power” option.

Why Scryer

Scryer is commonly recommended for Arcane Mage because it gives strong caster- friendly rewards beyond the shoulder enchant, including a useful Phase 1 trinket and a ring. One guide specifically recommends Scryers for Arcane Mages in TBC Classic.

When Aldor makes sense

Aldor can be the better choice if you care mostly about the shoulder enchant and want the extra spell power path. Some players also prefer Aldor for a more min-maxed endgame setup, but the difference is usually small.

Practical pick

  • Choose Scryer if you want the safest overall caster choice and better early utility.
  • Choose Aldor if you are chasing the shoulder enchant and want to squeeze out the slight spell-power edge.

If you want the shortest answer: pick Scryer for Arcane Mage.