Tag Season

John Barrymore January 16, 2024 5 minutes
Discover the complete list of Governing and Tuning Stones released by Blizzard for Season 3 in order to enhance the Seneschal companion. These stones have various abilities that allow the Seneschal to tank, DPS, and heal, making them essential for the challenges of the Season of the Construct. Stay informed as we unravel the mystery behind two unknown powers.
John Barrymore January 16, 2024 4 minutes
Get ready for Phase 2 of Season of Discovery in the game, as it brings a new level cap and new consumables for level 40 characters. While we don't know about any new items yet, here's a comprehensive list of the best consumables available in Phase 2 that we already know exist. From food buffs to potions and elixirs, item enhancements, and bandages, this guide has got you covered. Plus, check out class-specific Rune guides for a complete gaming experience.
John Barrymore January 10, 2024 3 minutes
This blog post provides an analysis of the DPS rankings for Phase 1 of Season of Discovery in Blackfathom Deeps. It uses data from Warcraft Logs to give a perspective on the current state of class balance, while acknowledging the inherent biases in interpreting the data. The post also includes overall statistics and links to class guides for Phase 1.
John Barrymore January 08, 2024 2 minutes
Blizzard announces exciting promotions and events for World of Warcraft players this week, including the Phase 2 release of Season of Discovery and the Ruby Sanctum raid. Stay up-to-date with the latest news and mark your calendars for these upcoming adventures in Azeroth.
John Barrymore January 05, 2024 4 minutes
Blizzard has announced that Diablo 3's Season 30, titled The Lords of Hell, will begin on January 12. This season introduces the rotational season system and brings back the theme of Season 25. Players will have the opportunity to harness the power of The Lords of Hell and embark on a new Season Journey filled with rewards and challenges.
John Barrymore December 29, 2023 3 minutes
The Season of Discovery in Warsong Gulch has brought an undocumented change - a 25% reduction in damage against enemy players. While players have been discussing this bug on various platforms, there has been no official communication from the developers. Some speculate that the reduction might be a flat 20% without a helmet equipped. However, it is important to ensure that this reduction is applied consistently to all players and pets.
John Barrymore December 28, 2023 3 minutes
This blog post analyzes the DPS rankings for Phase 1 of Season of Discovery in Blackfathom Deeps using data from Warcraft Logs. It explores the current state of class balance, highlighting that the rankings may not provide a complete picture due to biases and alternative strategies. The post also includes class guides for Phase 1 specs.
John Barrymore December 27, 2023 3 minutes
This blog post investigates the presence of Xal'atath, the Harbinger of the Void, in Classic's Season of Discovery. It explores the questline involving a mysterious Shadowy Figure and the creation of void-touched armaments. The post speculates on whether this figure could be Xal'atath and delves into the possibilities of her avatar and time-travel abilities.
John Barrymore December 26, 2023 7 minutes
In this blog post, the author reviews the healer changes implemented by Blizzard for Season 3 in Dragonflight. They discuss the goals of the changes, such as making resources matter more and improving single target heals, and evaluate whether these changes have improved or worsened healing in the game. The author also addresses the issue of an abundance of healing cooldowns and suggests potential solutions for balancing them.
John Barrymore December 25, 2023 4 minutes
Explore the future updates and plans for Diablo 4 in 2024, including the introduction of Season 3 and Season 4, the addition of new endgame content, the upcoming Vessel of Hatred expansion, and planned updates such as Codex of Power integration, more permanent endgame content, loadouts, loot filter, and social features. Get a glimpse of what's to come in the world of Sanctuary.
John Barrymore December 23, 2023 4 minutes
Diablo 4's Season of Blood is drawing to a close, leading players to wonder if the bug allowing Rogues to reach absurd power levels with Combo Points will be fixed or become a permanent part of gameplay. As other classes already possess overwhelming strength, some argue that the bug could be turned into an intended mechanic. The question remains: should the bug be fixed, or should Rogues be granted official access to this level of power?
John Barrymore December 22, 2023 2 minutes
This blog post provides an overview of the PvP Honor Ranking System in WoW Classic and Season of Discovery. It also highlights the Ranker addon, which helps calculate the minimum amount of Honor required to rank up each week. The post discusses the maximum ranks in Phase 1, the benefits of reaching Rank 3, and the updates to the PvP Honor Ranking System in Patch 14.4.
John Barrymore December 15, 2023 4 minutes
This blog post from Blizzard discusses the development adjustments for the Battle for Ashenvale in Season of Discovery in World of Warcraft Classic. It delves into the technical details of how the battle works, the issues encountered with layers, and the changes that will be implemented to address these problems. The post emphasizes transparency and the team's commitment to learning from their mistakes.
John Barrymore December 12, 2023 4 minutes
This blog post discusses the additional changes to the Season of Discovery hotfixes implemented by Blizzard, including updates to hunter pets, adjustments to Scorpid poison, changes to the durability of hunter pets, and the redesign of Aspect of the Lion. It also highlights the lowered elemental resistances in Blackfathom Deeps for a level 25 raid.
John Barrymore December 11, 2023 5 minutes
This blog post highlights the responses of WoW Classic Senior Producer Josh Greenfield to questions asked by a member of the Community Council. Greenfield shares insights on the development of Season of Discovery and Cataclysm Classic, discussing topics such as narrative approach, rune sources, future plans, guild perks, LFR, dungeon difficulty, and rewards.
John Barrymore December 10, 2023 5 minutes
In this blog post, the WoW Economy Weekly Wrap-up discusses the unique economy of the Season of Discovery in World of Warcraft. It explores the various ways players can make gold, including questing, farming, fishing, and utilizing professions. The post also addresses the issue of bots in the game and provides tips and guides for maximizing gold-making opportunities.
John Barrymore December 06, 2023 3 minutes
This blog post provides a travel guide for WoW Classic players in Season of Discovery who need to navigate Azeroth without a mount. It offers tips on the quickest and most efficient travel methods, including Alliance routes to Horde zones such as Hillsbrad Foothills. The post also covers the basics of traveling, including flight points, zeppelins, and ships.
John Barrymore December 05, 2023 6 minutes
This blog post provides a detailed guide on crafting gear and embellishments in Dragonflight Patch 10.2 for Season 3. It includes recommendations for each spec, along with tips on how to spend the valuable currency, Spark of Dreams, to maximize your throughput. The post also features contributions from WoWhead's class writers to provide expert insights for each class.
John Barrymore December 04, 2023 2 minutes
This blog post highlights the recent discovery of new crafted profession gear and items in the Season of Discovery update. It specifically focuses on the hidden location of the formulas and patterns needed to craft the Blackfathom Mana Oil and Blackfathom Sharpening Stone, which can be found in the Blackfathom Deeps raid. The post also mentions that this is just the beginning of the secrets to uncover in Phase 1 of the Season of Discovery.
John Barrymore December 03, 2023 3 minutes
Blizzard's decision to hide server information and disallow name reservations for WoW Classic Season of Discovery has sparked controversy. The developers believe it has resulted in a more balanced player distribution, but it may have come at the cost of players' agency to choose their preferred server and faction. Blizzard is addressing the feedback and aims to maintain faction balance, although there may be temporary restrictions on faction selection in PvP realms.
John Barrymore December 02, 2023 3 minutes
Blizzard previews what players can look forward to in WoW Classic's Season of Discovery, including a glimpse of the upcoming Gnomeregan raid and a zone-wide PvP event in Stranglethorn Vale. The focus is on fun rather than perfect balance, and players can expect new discoveries and abilities through runes found in the open world.
John Barrymore December 02, 2023 2 minutes
The upcoming WoW Classic Season of Discovery will have a cap of Rank 3 for PvP, with certain items and activities not available during Phase 1. The blog post provides details on what will be restricted and the plans for increasing the rank cap as the season progresses.
John Barrymore November 30, 2023 3 minutes
The blog post discusses the upcoming content, features, and changes in Diablo 4 Patch 1.2.3 and beyond, including the confirmation that there will be no pay-for-power in the game. Season 3 will introduce the Helltide event with improved gear rewards, while the Abattoir of Zir, a challenging endgame event, and Midwinter Blight, featuring a new boss encounter, will offer exciting gameplay opportunities.
John Barrymore November 30, 2023 4 minutes
Discover the insights from interviews with Blizzard developers on the design and development of Classic's Season of Discovery. Learn about their vision for new class abilities, leveling bands, itemization, rune system, and more. Find out how they balance fun, class fantasy, and player choice while keeping the essence of Classic WoW intact.
John Barrymore November 26, 2023 3 minutes
In this blog post, the author discusses different strategies for earning gold in the Classic Season of Discovery in World of Warcraft. They cover techniques such as skinning, enchanting, tailoring, and leatherworking for making early gold. The post also explores the soaring prices of certain items like the Obsidian Cobraskin and Centaur's Trophy Necklace in the game's latest patch, as well as the impact of racial abilities on professions.
John Barrymore November 18, 2023 3 minutes
In this blog post, we take a look at the DPS balance in Dragonflight Season 3 during the first few days of Amirdrassil. Using data from Warcraft Logs Raid statistics, we analyze the performance of different spec and class combinations on Heroic difficulty, highlighting any discrepancies or biases in the data. Please note that this analysis provides an incomplete picture of class balance and may be influenced by factors such as tier acquisition and alternative strategies.
John Barrymore November 16, 2023 5 minutes
Blizzard has released a new hotfix blog for World of Warcraft: Dragonflight, addressing various issues including changes to tier sets, pet damage scaling, bug fixes for rogues and warlocks, and updates to dungeons and raids. This blog provides a comprehensive list of the hotfixes and explains their effects on the game.
John Barrymore November 15, 2023 8 minutes
Gear crafting in the Dragonflight Patch 10.2 update for Season 3 has introduced new gear pieces, embellishments, and higher item levels. This blog post provides a guide on how to spend the new currency, Spark of Dreams, by highlighting the best Crafted Gear and Embellishments for each spec in the game.
John Barrymore November 15, 2023 3 minutes
Discover the new questlines and side quests available in week 2 of Patch 10.2 in the Emerald Dream. From the main campaign quests to side quests with Wrathion and the Druids of the Flame, there's plenty to explore and earn reputation tokens with the Dream Wardens.
John Barrymore November 14, 2023 3 minutes
Dragonflight Season Three introduces a new currency and crafting system for endgame gear. Players will now need to obtain Nascent Crest reagents to craft Enchanted Crests, which are essential for creating high-level gear. These Nascent Crests can be purchased from enchanting vendors in Dragonflight zones, making the crafting process straightforward.
John Barrymore November 14, 2023 3 minutes
The blog post discusses the arrival of Season 3 in World of Warcraft, featuring new content such as the Amirdrassil raid, Mythic+ dungeons, and PvP rewards. It also introduces a new world boss and provides insight into the Guardian of the Dream update.
John Barrymore November 13, 2023 5 minutes
The WoW Variety Show is back with Episode 3 in WoW Classic, featuring both Hardcore and Season of Discovery. Join the race to defeat Hogger, compete in the Blackfathom Deeps race, and duel to the death in Mak'gora Madness. There will be surprises and prizes for participants and audience members, so don't miss out on the action!
John Barrymore November 11, 2023 4 minutes
Blizzard has announced class tuning changes that will be implemented with Season 3, including nerfs to Augmentation Evokers and adjustments to various abilities and tier set bonuses. These changes are based on testing and analysis of class performance in the Guardians of the Dream patch.
John Barrymore November 10, 2023 5 minutes
Blizzard hosted a Post BlizzCon Developer Q&A session discussing Cataclysm Classic and Season of Discovery. The Q&A covered various topics such as guild perks, loot roll windows, leveling speed, raids, and the possibility of new content. Blizzard also shared their thoughts on gold buying, realm adjustments, balancing player power, racial skills, and the future of seasonal realms.
John Barrymore November 10, 2023 4 minutes
This blog post explores the discovery of two Ashenvale mounts in WoW Classic Season of Discovery PTR, designed for open world PvP. These mounts, Trainee's Sentinel Nightsaber and Trainee's Outrider Wolf, allow players to navigate the zone faster while engaging in PvP, making Ashenvale a battleground for zone-wide PvP events. Additionally, the post mentions the possibility of earning an exclusive mount through the Warsong Outriders/Silverwing Sentinels factions.