StygianCore Revived 2025

GREETINGS
StygianCore v2025.07.04
Crème de la crème repack and replayability. Stygian’s is highly curated. This is a Mona Lisa|Van Gogh of repacks. I still keep and play your 2019 version. Thanks.
- qwertytop
After many seasons slumbering, the StygianCore repack and its ancient modules have been reforged! It now aligns with the latest AzerothCore Playerbots branch, infused with new power.
This updated iteration retains the core essence and valued features of the original, now bolstered by the presence of Playerbots, a bustling Auction House bot, and other potent enhancements.
To venture into the reborn StygianCore, a custom HD Client patch is required. This client patch is a refined version of Loriendal’s HD 335A Client with vital additions from Reznik’s WOTLK Boost. It’s the key to unlocking the full experience.
This release is for ALL of you that reached out through the years seeking StygianCore, sending your appreciation of it, or offered tributes. May your journeys be rich with discovery.
DOWNLOAD
The repack and the client are REQUIRED to run StygianCore!
- StygianCore Repack v2025.07.04
- StygianCore HD Client Patch v2025.07.04
QUICKSTART
- From the root folder, launch StygianCoreControls.exe
- Click the Book icon, uncheck ‘Hide Processes’ if desired
- Start the Database, AuthServer, then WorldServer allowing all thru the firewall if prompted
- By default Playerbots are enabled with 500 bots.
- Change this is in Server/Core/configs/modules/playerbots.conf
STYGIANCORE ACCOUNTS
These are the default StygianCore server accounts
- Server administrator with both Horde and Alliance characters
- Login: admin
- Password: wow
- GM for testing and performing duties
- Login: gm
- Password: wow
- AHBot used by the system to run the AuctionHouse Bot
- Login: ahbot
- Password: wow
ADDITIONS AND FIXES FOR V2025.07.04
- Core
- Updated to AzerothCore rev. 08b6701f55af 2025-06-18 14:55:42 -0400 (Playerbot branch)
- A new REQUIRED version of my StygianCore HD Client
- Model
- Koiter’s armor has been updated to correct the one-shoulder armor variant
- Dead king’s skeleton model texture in the Badlands crypt fixed
- Dead trees in the Badlands returned to correct models replacing palms
- Fish Feast now uses the original WoTLK Fish Feast model (fuck the Kaluak)
- Dead Tauren male skeletons are replaced with juicy steaks (player corpses only)
- Module
- My original modules from 2017-2019 have been updated with some new features added
- AuctionHouseBot
- AutoBalance
- BetterItemReloading
- CongratsOnLevel
- CustomLogin
- CustomServer
- DuelReset
- DungeonRespawn
- Eluna
- GMIsland
- ItemLevelUp
- MoneyForKills
- NPCAllMounts
- NPCBeastmaster
- NPCBuffer
- NPCCodebox
- NPCEnchanter
- NPCGambler
- NPCLoremaster
- NPCTrollop
- Playerbots
- StarterGuild
- TimeShift
- Transmog
- WarEffort
- NPC
- Koiter’s armor has been updated to correct the one-shoulder armor variant
- Undercity Guardians have returned to their rightful place in the Undercity
- Rexxar and Misha now wander their path in the wastes of Desolace
- Tool (StygianCore\Tools - Check docs within the files)
- DATABASEEXPORTERPLAYERBOTSCHOICE.PS1
- Exports the default SQL from the core files
- Use to restore a corrupted/lost restoration archives
- SC_SRP6.PY
- Use this to create passwords for WoW accounts manually
- Generates a cryptographically secure salt and verifier for the SRP-6a authentication protocol
- SCSQLFORMAT.PY
- Great for decoding large cryptic SQL statements
- Will reformat SQL statements into an easily updated/readable form
- CREATELOREMASTER.HTML
- StygianCore Loremaster SQL Generator that makes adding new Loremaster’s easy
- DATABASEEXPORTERPLAYERBOTSCHOICE.PS1
- Zone
- Emerald Dream zone now has proper models, textures, lighting, and skybox
- Grim Batol halls are now visible and haunted
- Hyjal has been updated with Reznik’s awesome changes
- Nefarian’s balcony is accessible in Blackrock Mountain
- The Bengal Tiger Cave area has been updated
- And many more!
Beyond the awakening of StygianCore, I’ve also undertaken the task of mending lingering imperfections. Over time, various bugs introduced by the AzerothCore community found their way into my original projects/modules released between 2017 and 2019. These include the Beastmaster NPC, Codebox NPC, MoneyForKills, and others that have now been rectified.
Furthermore, I’ve restored all the rightful credits that were stripped from these works before their inclusion in the official AzerothCore repository. It’s my hope that the stewards of the AzerothCore repository will exercise greater vigilance against such practices, as neglecting license integrity ultimately diminishes the community for all.
READ THE DOCS!
Much of the original documentation still applies, so be sure to read it at the original StygianCore Release project page. Documentation for the this repack and its contents can also be found throughout the documents, code, SQL, and scripts. I’ve tried to be as detailed as possible to diminish the learning curve and get new users up and running quickly.
BUGS
Known bugs and workarounds
- Playerbots can crash the server at random for various reasons
- Set your instance to auto-restart in StygianCoreTools
- Playerbots Github Issue Tracker
- Apache webpage registration is broken and out of date which was rarely used.
- To fix PHP needs to be upgraded and registration page code updated
- Check AzerothCore-RegistrationWeb for the new implementation
SCREENSHOTS
Default Guildmaster Characters for Alliance & Horde
Model Mall
Procedural Water
Emerald Dream
Grim Batol
Nefarian’s Lair
Loremaster
THE END IS NIGH
This will likely be the last release of StygianCore aside from possible content updates or bug fixes. My main reason to come back and update StygianCore was to incorporate the great Playerbots branch of AzerothCore by Yunfan Li.
The best way to keep up-to-date on any changes is to follow this website and the StygianCore repo: Commits - Bugs
WELCOME AND DEDICATION
Welcome, traveler, to StygianCore. This repack draws its essence from AzerothCore Playerbots, a feat not possible without the tireless dedication of players, developers, and the myriad communities within the MMO emulator and private server scene. Our deepest gratitude extends to all whose contributions, large and small, were absorbed to forge this repack. Your hard work echoes within these halls.
This repack is dedicated to the late Michel Martin Koiter (May 4, 1984 – March 18, 2004). His shrine in World of Warcraft served as a place of solace for myself, my guildmates, and countless others in the classic days of World of Warcraft and beyond.
Michel Koiter was one of Blizzard Entertainment’s premium artists and a member of Sons of the Storm. He went by the moniker “Twincruiser”, an artistic collaboration with his twin brother René Koiter. Just a few months before World of Warcraft’s release, he died of unexpected heart failure. He was 19 years old. The cause of his death was never really understood and remains shrouded in mystery.
- I recreated Michel Koiter’s orc warrior, located at the Shrine of the Fallen Warrior in The Barrens, as closely as possible. It is said that the gear his orc has equipped is exactly as it was when he last logged out of the World of Warcraft Beta.
- A custom NPC is available in normal and ghost form.
- The Guildmaster character for the Horde is Koiter’s orc warrior complete with original armor and sword.
- This specific armor he wore was unused, marked for use only by NPCs, and not accessible to players. I located each item in the data files (quite the chore!) and updated the entries in the Item.dbc and ItemDisplayInfo.dbc to make them useable as item id 701005 thru 7010012.
It is said that his ghost still wanders the Barrens looking for a good brawl.
Rest In Peace.. See you on the other side brother.
THE GOAL
StygianCore is a custom build, a unique forge of the AzerothCore MMO server emulator. In the autumn of 2017, I pledged to release a repack of this server, a haven for friends to host in their own domains. More than that, I sought to offer a captivating leveling server, ideal for solitary journeys or the camaraderie of 4-10 players. My aim was to aid those yearning for the echoes of the past and to guide aspiring hands in development, scripting, and the crafting of their own server sagas.
Within, you will discover custom tools and ancient texts for tending to the game’s very essence—its database. These also empower the automation of archive, save, and restoration, vital for sandboxing, testing, and the ongoing crafting of this world.
A BIT OF HISTORY…
In addition to new content, this repack includes updated versions of my C++ modules, SQL templates, custom tools, and client modifications from my AzerothCore Content release in summer 2017 which included 11 new modules and a lot of ported C++ and SQL from TrinityCore.
A STERN WARNING FOR ASPIRING MODDERS
There’s an observable ceiling for quality within this hobby, particularly concerning the client aspect, which I believe has reached its zenith. The core aspect, however, represents a perpetual development cycle. Those who attempt to endlessly pursue its evolution must be prepared to commit an inordinate amount of time and effort. The developer community experiences a constant flux, with individuals learning, contributing, and eventually departing. While AzerothCore has seen a substantial number of commits since 2019, I contend that the 2019 version of StygianCore remains entirely viable and enjoyable for solo or LAN gameplay.
When I left the scene in 2019, I had completed my task, and I vowed to never look back. My primary motivation to return and make these updates was the integration of the great Playerbots branch of AzerothCore by Yunfan Li. Playerbots, a significant enhancement for both solo and local area network gameplay. Within the Hyjal Chapel, a module I ported from Reznik’s client, lies a crucial piece of advice that resonates deeply with my own experience and conviction.
Reznik’s Message
Engaging in the modding scene carries a considerable risk of addiction, consuming an inordinate amount of your time. For the vast majority of us who operate within legal boundaries and not through illicit private servers, these extensive efforts often culminate in a negligible 1% improvement in overall game enjoyment. Therefore, exercise extreme caution and prioritize your mental and physical well-being above all else when venturing into this domain.
CREDITS
A 3.3.5a Solo/LAN repack by StygianTheBest | GitHub | Website
ADDITIONAL CREDITS
- Blizzard Entertainment
- Michel Martin Koiter
- TrinityCore
- SunwellCore
- AzerothCore
- OregonCore
- Wowhead.com
- OwnedCore
- ModCraft.io
- MMO Society
- AoWoW
- WotLK HD 3.3.5A
- Reznik’s WOTLK Boost
- ChromieCraft
- More credits are cited in the sources
HELLSCREAM’S CHOSEN GUILD OF STONEMAUL
- Bras
- Gatog
- Girlys
- Jadenelle
- Katojune
- Mobbius
- Pamooya
- Ragathar
- Retdream
- Shootameat
- Spaget @ Dead End Friends
- Zagmund