WoW Classic Hardcore players are reporting a bug that leaves enemies beneath the game world while still allowing them to attack characters above ground. The issue is especially serious on permadeath realms, where an unexpected and largely invisible attack can permanently end a player’s character.

Reports point to affected enemies in Stonetalon Mountains, with some players suggesting they originate from elsewhere in the world and have become trapped below the terrain. WoW Classic’s long-standing vertical-distance behaviour can allow enemies far below a character to retain aggro and deal damage, leaving players little warning or reliable way to fight back.