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John Barrymore July 26, 2024 3 minutes
The Myth gear upgrade track in The War Within has expanded from four to six levels, requiring more time and effort to fully upgrade gear. This change allows regular drops to match the item level of Very Rare pieces, offering more flexibility in gearing choices but also increasing the grind for players.
John Barrymore July 18, 2024 2 minutes
Experience world bosses Lord Kazzak and Azuregos in new instanced encounters for up to 40 players, tuned as pick-up-group-friendly content or for challenging strategies with 20 players. Get ready for Onyxia's Lair and Molten Core launching on July 25 with revamped loot, Tier 1 sets, and a new variable difficulty mechanic to earn more rewards. Coordinate your raid schedules with the new lockout intervals for Phase 4 raids on set reset days depending on your region, and gear up for epic battles ah
John Barrymore July 18, 2024 2 minutes
Discover the confirmed completion status of raids and dungeons by each faction in World of Warcraft Chronicle Volume 4! Uncover the vital role these instances play in expanding WoW's storylines across expansions and get a sneak peek at the stunning artwork featured in the book. Warning: Spoilers ahead for Chronicle Volume 4.
John Barrymore July 16, 2024 3 minutes
Explore the evolution of raid buffs in Season 1 of The War Within, with the introduction of the Severed Strands buff as a soft nerf to the first raid tier. Discover how players can stack this powerful buff through acquiring Nerub-ar Finery, offering up to +45% damage and healing. Stay tuned for potential system expansions and ties to itemization as the season progresses.
John Barrymore July 09, 2024 3 minutes
Discover the latest updates in Blizzard's Season of Discovery Patch 1.15.3, featuring the Blackrock Eruption event, new raids, class changes, and item tuning. Get ready to explore new dungeons, quests, and zone content as Phase 4 kicks off with exciting features and challenges. Join the adventure starting on July 11 at 1:00 p.m. PDT to level up to 60, engage in raids, and uncover hidden runes across Azeroth!
John Barrymore July 09, 2024 3 minutes
Explore the significant rework to Elemental Shaman in the War Within beta build, including the addition of a new raid buff, talents, and masteries. Get insights from class guide experts on the thoughtful changes and enhancements made for Elemental Shamans, bringing them in line with modern design philosophies. Check out the details and potential impacts of these updates in our latest blog post.
John Barrymore July 02, 2024 3 minutes
Explore the upcoming changes for Shamans in the War Within beta build, including the introduction of the new Skyfury raid buff. Learn about the philosophy behind these updates, the new abilities added to each specialization tree, and the adjustments made to enhance gameplay for Elemental, Restoration, and Enhancement Shamans.
John Barrymore June 27, 2024 3 minutes
Blizzard announces staggered release for Raid Openings in Phase 4 of Season of Discovery, starting on July 11th. Experience revamped versions of Lord Kazzak and Azuregos, followed by Molten Core and Onyxia's Lair Raid Dungeons globally on July 18th and 25th respectively. Discover new variable difficulty mechanics and surprises in these classic raids as you gear up for epic battles.
John Barrymore June 17, 2024 2 minutes
Discover what Josh Greenfield (Aggrend) revealed about the potential length of WoW Classic's Season of Discovery Phase 4 PTR. Learn how the absence of World Buffs impacts testing and the implications of an extended PTR period for the community. Share your opinion on the future of World Buffs in Phase 4 and the benefits of longer testing cycles in the blog post comments!
John Barrymore June 15, 2024 3 minutes
The Season of Discovery has introduced new tank specializations which are gaining popularity among players. As Phase 4 approaches, adjustments may be made to raid encounters to accommodate various tank options, offering flexibility for group compositions. Stay tuned for more updates as the Season of Discovery continues to evolve.
John Barrymore June 11, 2024 2 minutes
This blog post delves into the DPS balance on Vault of the Incarnates for Dragonflight Season 4, analyzing data from Warcraft Logs Raid statistics. The analysis reveals insights into class performance, highlighting the impact of combat logging issues and the potential biases in data interpretation due to spec popularity. Discover how tier acquisition and player strategies can influence DPS rankings.
John Barrymore June 11, 2024 3 minutes
Stay updated on the latest changes to the Nerub-ar Palace raid testing schedule by Blizzard. Check out the revised schedule for Heroic, Mythic, Raid Finder, and more encounters, and don't forget to provide your feedback to help improve the testing process. Keep your calendar marked for the upcoming testing sessions and be part of shaping the ultimate raiding experience!
John Barrymore June 05, 2024 2 minutes
This blog post analyzes the DPS balance on Amirdrassil the Dream's Hope during the week of May 28th using data from Warcraft Logs Raid statistics for Dragonflight Season 4. It delves into the impact of combat logging issues on Subtlety Rogues and provides a perspective on class balance, noting potential biases and factors influencing the rankings. Check out the detailed 95th percentile statistics and overall results to gain insights into spec performance during this period.
John Barrymore June 04, 2024 3 minutes
Experience the latest updates in Dragonflight Season 4 raids with a new weekly Awakened rotation schedule. Uncover the changes to loot drops, earn Antique Bronze Bullion, and stay engaged with refreshed gameplay as you tackle the challenges in Vault of the Incarnates, Aberrus, the Shadow Crucible, and Amirdrassil, the Dream's Hope.
John Barrymore May 31, 2024 3 minutes
Stay up-to-date with all the latest World of Warcraft news, including the launch of Cataclysm Classic raids, the Dragonflight Trading Post's latest offerings, and the exciting kickoff of The War Within Beta on June 5th! Find out all about the upcoming expansion, beta access details, and what's available to test in this week's WoW recap.
John Barrymore May 30, 2024 3 minutes
The blog post discusses the recent addition of item level scaling to Heroic and Mythic raids in MoP Remix. The post details how raid bosses now scale based on players' item levels, affecting the difficulty of encounters. It also explores the implications of these changes on players' gearing strategies and the overall raiding experience.
John Barrymore May 30, 2024 3 minutes
Blog Post Summary: The blog post discusses the introduction of Heroic and Mythic raid scaling in MoP Remix based on item level, with Heroic bosses receiving buffs of up to 20%. Players will experience a smoother transition between different raid difficulties, but the changes may make Heroic raids more challenging for those gearing up.
John Barrymore May 17, 2024 3 minutes
Discover how to level up quickly in MoP Remix by tackling Normal raid bosses for a permanent 12% experience bonus! Gain valuable insights on loot drops, raid difficulties, and boss strategies in Pandaria raids like Mogu'shan Vaults and Heart of Fear to enhance your leveling journey. Optimize your gameplay and speed through levels with this expert guide.
John Barrymore May 13, 2024 2 minutes
This blog post delves into the DPS balance analysis for Amirdrassil the Dream's Hope during the week of May 7th using data from Warcraft Logs Raid statistics for Mythic difficulty. It provides insights into the current class balance for Dragonflight Season 4, acknowledging potential biases and showcasing percentile results to offer a comprehensive outlook on spec performance.
John Barrymore April 30, 2024 3 minutes
This blog post provides recommendations on the best Bullion purchases for each specialization in Dragonflight Season 4. It includes a breakdown of the optimal items to purchase for each class and spec, as well as helpful insights from class guide writers. Whether you're a Death Knight, Demon Hunter, Druid, Evoker, Hunter, Mage, Monk, Paladin, Priest, Rogue, Shaman, Warlock, or Warrior, this guide will help you optimize your character's power and performance.
John Barrymore April 26, 2024 2 minutes
The blog post discusses the changes in Dragonflight Season 4 compared to Shadowlands. Instead of a quest, players will loot Antique Bronze Bullion from Awakened raid bosses to purchase weapons, trinkets, and cantrip items. The post also highlights the rolling cap catch-up mechanic and the availability of new vendors and cosmetic weapon appearances.
John Barrymore April 25, 2024 2 minutes
This blog post discusses a bug with residual damage spells in Awakened Raids, causing them to deal significantly less damage than expected. The bug affects certain items and abilities, making Evokers and Rogues particularly affected. The post provides details on the bug and its impact on gameplay, especially for guilds aiming for Mythic progression.
John Barrymore April 25, 2024 3 minutes
This blog post discusses a bug in Awakened Raids that affects residual damage spells, causing them to deal significantly less damage than expected. Evokers and Rogues are particularly affected by this bug, which can have implications for Tier Loot decisions, especially for guilds aiming for Mythic. The post explores the issue and its impact on gameplay.
John Barrymore April 22, 2024 4 minutes
Team Liquid and Raider.IO have partnered to sponsor the Mythic+ Charity Pro-Am charity event, raising awareness and funds for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in gaming. The event features 6 Mythic+ Dungeon teams competing to complete the highest key in 5 hours, with a $20,000 prize pool donated to various charities.
tags: raids PvP Mythic+
John Barrymore April 21, 2024 7 minutes
The blog post discusses the various consumables available in The War Within, including potions, flasks, weapon oils, enchantments, jewel settings, engineering items, and leatherworking drums. It highlights the updates and additions to these consumables, as well as their effects and usage in different scenarios such as raids, PvP, and Mythic +.
tags: raids PvP Mythic+
John Barrymore April 19, 2024 3 minutes
The blog post discusses the recent announcement by Blizzard regarding Dragonflight Season 4. It highlights how the decision to have all Dragonflight raids Awakened starting from June 4th will limit players' opportunities to overgear raids and obtain certain rewards. The post also speculates on the possibility of a different Awakened system compared to the Fated system in Shadowlands.
John Barrymore April 19, 2024 6 minutes
The blog post discusses the Dragonflight Season 4 Patch Notes for World of Warcraft. It highlights the new content and updates coming to the game, including details on bullion acquisition and the raid rotation. Players can expect new dungeons, raids, PvP season, and powerful rewards in Season 4.
John Barrymore April 19, 2024 3 minutes
Get a sneak peek at the Death Knight Tier Set appearances coming in Season 1 of The War Within. Discover the unique designs and styles of the Tier Sets available from the Nerub'ar Palace Raid, featuring a thrilling battle against Queen Ansurek. Stay tuned for updates on the Tier Set bonuses!
John Barrymore April 18, 2024 2 minutes
Get a sneak peek at the Rogue Tier Set appearances coming in Season 1 of The War Within, featuring armor connected by cloth wrappings, glowing obscured faces, and Ethereal elements. While the Tier Set bonuses are still a mystery, stay tuned for updates on these unique and stylish armor sets.
John Barrymore April 18, 2024 3 minutes
Get a sneak peek at the upcoming Evoker Tier Set appearances in Season 1 of The War Within. Featuring a new raid, Nerub'ar Palace, and a battle with Queen Ansurek, this post highlights the unique plate armor and fiery aesthetic of the Deathwing-themed set. Stay tuned for updates on set bonuses and more!
John Barrymore April 18, 2024 3 minutes
This blog post features an interview with George Velev and Andrew Desousa discussing various topics related to the War Within, including Mythic+ Affixes, Augmentation Evoker, Raid Buffs, and difficult Mythic bosses. The interview provides insights into the team's thoughts and plans for these aspects of the game.
John Barrymore April 17, 2024 4 minutes
Blizzard has announced that Heroic Week will be returning in The War Within, after its removal sparked controversy among players. The decision to reintroduce the week-long period, in which Mythic raids and full loot pool of Mythic+ were unavailable, aims to address concerns about power differentials, class tuning, and the intense race to be world first.
John Barrymore April 17, 2024 4 minutes
Blizzard has announced the return of Heroic Week in The War Within, after its removal caused mixed reactions. This week-long period will allow players to gear up for Mythic raids and Mythic+ without arbitrary caps, but has also raised concerns about power differentials and lack of class tuning. Ultimately, the reintroduction of Heroic Week aims to provide a fair and balanced early access period for all players.
John Barrymore April 14, 2024 3 minutes
This blog post explores the issue of loot distribution in the 20-player Sunken Temple raid in WoW Classic. Players have noticed a decrease in the number of loot drops, leading to discussions on social media platforms and forums. The development team has responded, stating their intention to provide diverse loot options from different content types in future Phases.
John Barrymore April 10, 2024 3 minutes
This blog post discusses the datamined return of raid buff scrolls, such as Mystic Touch, Chaos Brand, and various other buffs, in Patch 10.2.7 PTR. The author speculates that these scrolls might be reintroduced for Timerunning raids, where smaller raid groups may be used.