Group Quests Made Easy
Through your questing and leveling journey you will encounter a number of quests that require the aid of others to complete. Icecrown and Shadowmoon Valley are notorious for the large number of group quests they offer. Here are a few options for approaching these quests, in order of best to worst:
Try soloing the quest. This is possible for some quests and classes, but doesn’t work out too great for others. Sometimes waiting a level or two can make this possible. It’s usually worth a shot trying to solo a 2 or 3 man quest, depending on your level and class. The better your gear, the fewer people are required to do a group quest. As a general rule, most Northrend 2 man quests can be soloed, most 3 man quests can be duoed, and most 5 man quests can done with 3-4 people. Some higher level group quests demand a tank and a healer, while the lower level ones usually do not. Having a healer always helps though.
Asking in General Chat or Looking For Group. This is by far the best way to get these quests done. Especially if you are on during peak hours, there is often someone else also looking to do the same quest you’re on. Asking in the General chat of the area you’re in should always be the first step you take when trying to find someone to help you with a group quest. Looking For Group can sometimes work too. Your best bet is to ask in General upon entering the area, and then ask again every 10 minutes or so. Don’t spam, though; this won’t get you anywhere.
Ask in Guild Chat. While guildies can be a great source of assistance, this should be done sparingly. Don’t be that guy who asks for help with quests 5-10 times every day. First try and solo it, and ask in General or Looking For Group if soloing isn’t possible. Remember, your guildies have things they’d like to get done, too.
Ask in Trade Chat. Don’t ever do this. There’s enough spam in trade chat!