Among hunter pets in WoW Forever, one lion has always held a special place: Humar the PridelordCat (Ferocity family)Spawns north of Ratchet in The Barrens, roughly (62, 33). A pitch-black rare elite lion with a commanding silhouette, Humar was a badge of honor for hunters back in the Classic days — and in Forever, he's still tameable, still the black lion that sends hunters camping under that crooked tree.
If you're leveling blacksmithing or grinding WoW Forever Gold and want a pet that makes your hunter look the part, Humar is worth the time. And if you'd rather not burn hours on a spawn timer, WoW Forever Boost services can help you move through progression faster (always check official rules and assess the risks yourself). Here's the full location and taming guide.
Key Takeaways
- Humar is a level 23 rare elite black lion found beneath a crooked tree north of Ratchet in The BarrensHumar spawns north of RatchetApproximate coordinates: (62, 33)Look beneath a crooked tree, usually surrounded by lionesses and cubs, roughly (62, 33).
- Based on Classic data, his respawn timer runs roughly 8 to 12 hours from the moment he was last killed or tamed.
- Prepare a trap and food, and be ready to complete a 10-second taming channel without moving or acting.
- Humar's appeal is his rare black-lion appearance and sentimental value; pet attack speeds have been normalized in WoW Forever.
Where Is Humar? Coordinates and Route
Humar spawns in The Barrens, north of Ratchet, at roughly (62, 33). His spawn point sits beneath a distinctive crooked tree, usually surrounded by lionesses and cubs.
Route from Ratchet
- Head west out of Ratchet and follow the road to the top of the slope.
- Turn right and hug the hillside northeast. The hill curves north, then northwest, and eventually opens onto a plain.
- At the northeastern end of that plain stands a lone tree — Humar spawns in its shade.
Spawn Timer: The Real Challenge
Humar is a rare elite, and his respawn timer is long. Based on Classic data, it runs roughly 8 to 12 hours, counted from the moment he was last killed or tamed. If you arrive just after someone else grabbed him, you could be waiting most of the day.
Tip: Don't camp right after server maintenance and expect instant results. A better strategy is to check back periodically — park your character nearby and swing by every so often.
As some players put it, "don't stare at the tree; just come back now and then, he'll be there eventually." If the server restarts, head over immediately — success rates are much higher right after a reset.
Preparation Before Taming
Humar is a level 23 rare elite and a cat (Ferocity family). Aim to be at least level 23 before you attempt the tame — going in underleveled makes the channel brutal.
What to bring:
- Freeze TrapDrop it before tamingLure Humar onto itBuys time for the taming channel: This is the core tool. Drop it before you start taming and lure Humar onto it, buying yourself precious seconds of channel time.
- Food: Your new pet will be hungry after taming — feed it promptly to keep its damage up.
- Clear nearby lions (optional): At low health, Humar can use a roar that calls nearby lions to help. It generally won't trigger during a tame, but if you're underleveled, clearing the surrounding regular lions is safer.
The Taming Process
- Place your Freeze Trap near Humar's spawn point ahead of time.
- Lure him onto it — a Concussive ShotCan be used to lure Humar onto your Freeze Trap or simply walking close works; get him to step into the trap and freeze.
- Start Taming Beast10-second channelYou cannot move or act during the channel immediately. The channel takes 10 seconds, during which you can't move or act.
- If it fails, don't panic. Wait for the trap cooldown and try again.
Tip: If you have movement speed or damage reduction tools, use them before taming to reduce the risk of being interrupted or killed. Players report that with the Freeze Trap active, the tame usually gets more than halfway — you can often tank the remaining hits and finish.
Is Humar Worth Taming?
- His real value is cosmetic: the pure-black lion model is extremely rare in the game, and walking through a capital city with him at your side is instantly recognizable.
- From a sentimental standpoint, Humar is a cultural icon of the WoW hunter community. "Waiting for Humar under the crooked tree" is a phrase loaded with memories for veteran hunters. Taming him in Forever is, in a way, finishing something you never got to finish back then.
- From a pure utility standpoint, pet attack speeds have been normalized in WoW Forever, so Humar no longer carries the unique speed advantage he once had.
Final Thoughts
Humar isn't an easy pet to get. The spawn timer is long, competition can be fierce, and the tame itself takes preparation and a bit of luck. But when that black lion rises from beneath the crooked tree and joins your stable, those hours of waiting will feel worth it.
If you're camping Humar while also pushing professions and building currency, keep an eye on your WoW Forever Gold spending — don't dump everything into auction house materials. And if time is tight, WoW Forever Boost services can free up some leveling hours so you can come back and camp that black lion at your own pace. Good luck under the crooked tree in the Barrens — may you get him on the first try.
FAQ
Where can I find Humar the Pridelord?
Humar spawns in The Barrens, north of Ratchet, at roughly (62, 33). Look beneath the distinctive crooked tree, usually surrounded by lionesses and cubs.
What level should I be before taming Humar?
Humar is a level 23 rare elite, and the guide recommends being at least level 23 before attempting the tame. Going in underleveled makes the channel harder to survive.
How long does Humar take to respawn?
Based on Classic data, his respawn timer runs roughly 8 to 12 hours from the moment he was last killed or tamed. Arriving just after another player got him can mean waiting most of the day.
How do I tame Humar, and what if the attempt fails?
Place a Freeze Trap ahead of time, lure Humar onto it, and start Taming Beast immediately. The channel takes 10 seconds, during which you cannot move or act. If the attempt fails, wait for the trap cooldown and try again.
Does Humar have a unique attack-speed advantage in WoW Forever?
No. Pet attack speeds have been normalized in WoW Forever, so the guide values Humar for his extremely rare pure-black lion appearance and sentimental significance rather than a unique speed advantage.
