Nether drakes are the immature members of the netherwing dragonflight that are believed to be the spawn of Deathwing, but were affected by the incredible energies released by the destruction of Draenor. Living in Draenor's ruins, now known as Outland, the nether drakes are available as flying mounts to swiftly transport players around the shattered world.

Some nether drakes serve as epic mounts and are available only at level 70 and above as with all flying mounts. A special nether drake mount, Swift Nether Drake, is awarded to members of top-tier arena teams at the end of each arena season.