Joining a team: applications and invitations

Before you apply

Take a look at the team’s schedule, time zone, region, server type, faction and play style, and read its description. Finding a group you enjoy playing with matters just as much as finding an open spot.

Route 1: Apply to a team

When you find a team you like, sign in and choose “Apply to this team.” You’ll need guild access to apply. In your application, say which character and role you’d like to bring, share a little about your experience, and explain what you’re looking for in a team.

A few things to keep in mind:

• “Not recruiting” teams may still accept applications, but they aren’t actively looking for players, so don’t expect a spot right away.
• Private teams don’t appear in the listing. You’ll need a valid invitation link from the team to view the team and apply. The link only opens the application route; it doesn’t add you to the roster.

Route 2: Accept a direct invitation

Leaders and Helpers can also invite eligible players directly. These invitations appear under Pending Invitations in Your Teams, where you can accept or decline them. Unlike an invitation link, accepting a direct invitation puts you on the roster without an application.

After you’re accepted

You’ll get a team notification when your application is accepted or rejected. Once you’re on the team, you can view its private roster, respond to raid signups, and check whether you’re in the lineup or on the bench.

Leaving a team

If the team stops being the right fit, choose “Leave team” on the team’s page or under Your Teams. You’ll be asked to confirm, and the Leader will be notified. Your profile and characters stay with your account, and you’re free to apply again later, whether you left or were removed. If you lead the team, you’ll need to transfer leadership before you can leave.