For a limited time (unannounced time frame, as of posting) Blizzard is offering what they call an “Annual Pass” plan, which requires one to commit to a 12-month subscription to World of Warcraft.  Sounds pretty useless, but then you look and see what the rewards are:

• Diablo III FREE – Download the digital version via Battle.net for free when the game launches early next year. This is the full game, not a trial edition.
• Tyrael’s Charger WoW Flying Mount – Ride for the Archangel of Justice on all current and future characters on a single World of Warcraft account. Tyrael’s Charger will arrive via in-game mail with the upcoming launch of patch 4.3.
• Access to the Next WoW Expansion Beta Test – Get a guaranteed spot in the beta test for the next World of Warcraft expansion (at a time to be announced in the future).

I don’t know about many others, but free Diablo 3 is more than good enough to warrant opting into this plan – especially if you’re already a paying customer of World of Warcraft.

The only caveat is that you have to have had a World of Warcraft account on or before October 18, 2011, have a valid credit card and be 18 years or older.  Still, I imagine many have dabbled in WoW at least a little, so having an account before now shouldn’t be too hard for many people.

For those interested, head here to sign up (The FAQ has more information about eligibility for those interested)

I know I”m debating heavily on re-opening my WoW account.  What about you?

EDIT: After logging into my B.net account, I have confirmed that if you have *ever* had a World of Warcraft account, even if it is not currently being paid for, you can still opt into the plan.