WAN interface not getting DHCP or static IP under virtual machine

[talowicz]

I have a fresh 26.1 install under a qemu/kvm virtual machine on arch linux (not proxmox).

I have previously been using 25.1 with no hiccups and no initial config errors from what I can remember. Using that 25.1 image there are no errors and I can reach the WAN (just a NAT bridge) and then the internet just fine - making me certain this is not a DHCP server issue.

I have read and read the install docs and watched countless install videos, so I am pretty sure this is not just a trivial problem. I hope I dont waste everyones time and that someone is able to help.

Thanks :)