Tag raid

John Barrymore March 19, 2024 2 minutes
The blog post discusses the return of the Dinar currency in Dragonflight Season 4, which serves as a form of bad luck protection for raid loot. While the details of how players will acquire the currency are unknown, it is speculated that it will be earned through a weekly quest. The post also clarifies that the Dinar system was not considered too generous in a previous season of the game.
John Barrymore February 27, 2024 3 minutes
Blizzard has revealed that Molten Core and a yet-to-be-announced level 50 raid in Season of Discovery will be 20-player size raids, deviating from their initial plan for 40-player raids. This change is meant to bridge the gap between 10-player and 40-player raids, potentially introducing new raid content and mechanics.
John Barrymore February 20, 2024 3 minutes
Blog Post Summary: The blog post discusses an issue with the Gnomeregan Raid Lockout in World of Warcraft Classic. Some players were unable to reset their lockout properly during maintenance, causing confusion and inconvenience. Blizzard is currently investigating the issue and has implemented a fix that requires players to log out for several minutes for the raid lock to reset correctly. Gnomeregan will now have the same reset schedule as Blackfathom Deeps, occurring every 3 days.
John Barrymore February 20, 2024 2 minutes
In this blog post, it is revealed that there is an issue with the Gnomeregan Raid Lockout in WoW Classic, causing some players to be unable to reset. Blizzard is aware of the problem and is currently investigating, with hopes of implementing a fix soon. Additionally, the post discusses the change in lockout timers for certain raids and clarifies that the Gnomeregan raid will now reset on the same day as Blackfathom Deeps.
John Barrymore February 08, 2024 5 minutes
The blog post explores the rise of professional raiders in the world of competitive gaming, particularly focusing on the differences between western and eastern guilds. It delves into the financial aspects, sponsorships, and the acceptance of piloted sales in the eastern gaming culture. The post also discusses the retirement of the prestigious Chinese raiding guild Skyline and the uncertain future for its members as the eastern raiding landscape changes.
Undermoroz February 07, 2024 2 minutes
This blog post provides a detailed overview of the exciting new features in World of Warcraft's Season of Discovery Phase 2, including the Gnomeregan Raid, new class runes, and the PvP event in Stranglethorn Vale. Discover all the latest improvements and additions that are set to enhance your WoW experience.
John Barrymore January 30, 2024 4 minutes
This blog post discusses the item sets and bonuses discovered through datamining for the Gnomeregan raid in Phase 2 of the Season of Discovery. The post provides a breakdown of the cloth, leather, mail, and plate sets, including their set bonuses and individual item names.
John Barrymore January 30, 2024 2 minutes
The blog post discusses the details of the lockouts in the Gnomeregan raid during Season of Discovery Phase 2. It explains that there will be a longer lockout period for the first two weeks to accommodate hardcore players, allowing them to raid right away after reaching level 40. This compromise aims to prevent slower levelers from missing out on too many lockouts.
John Barrymore January 30, 2024 4 minutes
Phase 2 of WoW Classic Season of Discovery introduces a new 10-player raid dungeon called Gnomeregan, with six bosses and exciting new loot, including weapons, armor, toys, and item sets. The dungeon also offers a new world buff and a profession quest chain for crafting more powerful items. Players will have the opportunity to acquire elusive items through vendor tokens, providing options for customization and enhancing gameplay.
John Barrymore January 10, 2024 6 minutes
Why is Mythic Amidrassil So Hard? Exploring the challenging mechanics and high wipe counts of the last three bosses in the Mythic Amidrassil raid. The blog post discusses the punishing one-shot raid mechanics and compares them to previous raids, questioning their frequency and impact on the overall raid experience.
John Barrymore January 09, 2024 4 minutes
Discover the excitement of Wrath of the Lich King Timewalking with this week's Dragonflight Bonus Event! Take on the challenge of Timewalking dungeons and the Ulduar raid, where Yogg-Saron awaits. Earn valuable rewards, including transmog sets and pets, while experiencing the thrill of this nostalgic event.
John Barrymore January 08, 2024 3 minutes
Discover how players are utilizing Nymue's Unraveling Spindle trinket to pull mobs from any range, regardless of Line-of-Sight. This newfound strategy proves valuable in Mythic+ dungeons, allowing for combined pulls and faster clears. Find out more about this game-changing tech in Murazond's Rise and its potential applications in other areas.
John Barrymore December 13, 2023 4 minutes
Learn how to effectively time your cooldowns in World of Warcraft raids with the help of Lorrgs.IO. This popular website now allows players to import cooldown timers into raid tools notes, providing reminders in-game for the optimal use of important abilities. While the information may not be exact for every player, it serves as a valuable reference and teaching tool for mastering boss encounters.
John Barrymore December 01, 2023 5 minutes
Looking to earn some rewards in World of Warcraft's Trading Post for December 2023? Check out this blog post for a rundown of the easiest tasks to complete, including slaying Doomwalker, launching fireworks in capital cities, and defeating raid bosses. With these tips, you'll be on your way to earning the Buttercuppet and Trader's Tender!
John Barrymore November 28, 2023 4 minutes
This blog post explores the discovery of new tokens, the Greater Ember of Fyr'alath and Lesser Ember of Fyr'alath, in the raid Amirdrassil. These tokens are related to bad luck protection for obtaining the legendary axe, Fyr'alath the Dreamrender. The post delves into how these tokens work, their potential effects, and theories about their purpose.
John Barrymore November 21, 2023 3 minutes
This blog post discusses how players can use the SimulationCraft addon and Raidbots to evaluate the DPS value of their options for the Great Vault rewards in Dragonflight Season 3. By inputting their information into Raidbots' Top Gear setting, players can determine which gear set is best for their current gear and make an informed decision on which item to select from the Great Vault. The post also mentions other useful tools in Raidbots, such as the Droptimizer, which evaluates potential gear
John Barrymore November 20, 2023 6 minutes
The blog post discusses the final chapter of the Emerald Dream's storyline, titled New Beginnings, which is unlocked by players who have already killed Fyrakk in the Amirdrassil raid. The post provides a recap of the raid's story and describes the questline that follows the Fyrakk kill, including interactions with various characters and the celebration of Amirdrassil's blossoming on our world. Completing this chapter also unlocks a new recolor of the heritage armor for Night Elf players.
John Barrymore November 18, 2023 3 minutes
This blog post discusses the new raid in Amirdrassil, The Dream's Hope, and the quest chain that players can embark on to earn the reusable Helm Enchantment called the Incandescent Essence. The post outlines the steps required to obtain the enchantment, the different versions available based on player specialization, and mentions a catch-up acceleration feature for players who are behind in the progression.
John Barrymore November 08, 2023 2 minutes
Raider.io interviewed Game Producer George Velev and Associate Game Director Morgan Day, discussing various topics including raid releases, Mythic+ dungeons, and design and development updates. Highlights include staggered raid releases being replaced with all difficulties launching simultaneously, plans to make third party add-ons less necessary for raid progression, less emphasis on affixes in Mythic+, and the potential for updates to old content in the future.
John Barrymore November 05, 2023 4 minutes
This blog post provides a summary of the recent interview with Game Director Ion Hazzikostas, where he confirms that Dragonflight will have a Season 4 featuring Fated Raids. The interview also covers details about World of Warcraft's upcoming expansion, The War Within, and discusses various aspects of the game's development and future updates.
John Barrymore November 05, 2023 3 minutes
In a recent interview, Game Director Ion Hazzikostas confirmed that World of Warcraft's Dragonflight expansion will have a Season 4, featuring Fated Raids. Hazzikostas also discussed upcoming features such as catch-up mechanisms for loot acquisition, class distribution of tier tokens, and the implementation of legendaries based on player feedback.
John Barrymore November 05, 2023 4 minutes
This blog post discusses the details of an interview with WoW Game Director Ion Hazzikostas, confirming the upcoming Season 4 of Dragonflight with Fated Raids. The post also covers various topics such as loot acquisition, legendary items, talent systems, class distribution, and future UI improvements.
John Barrymore November 04, 2023 2 minutes
The blog post discusses Blizzard's announcement of the new leveling raid, Blackfathom Deeps, aimed at level 25 characters. It provides details about the raid's features, including a 10-player setup, improved loot and difficulty, and a 3-day lockout. The post also mentions the addition of new world buffs and shares a highlight video showcasing the nostalgic 2005 production style.
John Barrymore November 03, 2023 2 minutes
Discover the thrilling details of the upcoming eight-boss raid, Nerub'ar Palace, in the War Within expansion. Immerse yourself in an intricate storyline involving the Nerubian Empire, their enigmatic Queen, and Xal'atath. Brace yourself for a visually stunning adventure with vertical progression and awe-inspiring Nerubian architecture.
John Barrymore October 18, 2023 3 minutes
Blizzard has made changes to the rate at which bosses drop tier armor in Season 3, resulting in fewer tier drops at the start of the season. However, the Revival Catalyst will be available to help players complete their set bonuses faster. This adjustment aims to bring players who prefer not to raid closer in progression to raiders.
John Barrymore October 16, 2023 4 minutes
The upcoming blog post discusses the release of the Amirdrassil raid schedule in Season 3 of the game. The final wing of LFR will now unlock on Week 4 instead of Week 6, and players will face nine new bosses, including Fyrakk and his allies, the Druids of the Flame. The blog also highlights new achievements, rewards, and class sets that players can earn in the raid.
John Barrymore October 16, 2023 2 minutes
Blizzard has announced the exciting launch of Dragonflight Season 3 on November 14th, featuring the Amirdrassil Raid with 9 challenging bosses and a new Mythic+ rotation with 8 dungeons to explore. Get ready for epic battles and thrilling adventures!
John Barrymore October 10, 2023 5 minutes
This blog post analyzes the DPS performance of different classes in the Trial of the Crusader raid in World of Warcraft. It examines the top performers in each boss encounter and discusses the unique mechanics that influence class rankings. The post also offers insights into the upcoming Icecrown Citadel raid and how it may impact class balance.
John Barrymore October 02, 2023 6 minutes
This blog post discusses the gameplay and performance of the Augmentation Evoker spec in raids. It explores the challenges and frustrations that players face when playing this spec, particularly in comparison to its effectiveness in Mythic+. The post also examines the upcoming changes in Patch 10.2 that aim to improve the spec's raid performance and make it more enjoyable to play.
John Barrymore October 01, 2023 2 minutes
The blog post discusses the special effect of Dreambinder, Loom of the Great Cycle, a rare intellect staff obtained from the Amirdrassil raid in Dragonflight Patch 10.2. The staff has a 2-minute on-use effect that deals damage and immobilizes targets, making it highly desired by casters in Season 3, particularly in Mythic+.
John Barrymore September 28, 2023 9 minutes
This blog post discusses the latest raid buff for Hunters in the 10.2 PTR build. The post explores the concerns and feedback surrounding the implementation of the new Hunter's Mark and its effectiveness in raids. It also addresses the class's lack of unique utility and the importance of securing a raid spot for Hunters.
John Barrymore September 28, 2023 4 minutes
Participate in the upcoming Break the Meta competitive dungeon event with Raider.IO, where players can showcase their skills with off-meta specs and classes. Complete eligible Mythic+ keystones with a group made up entirely of specific specializations to earn a spot on the leaderboards and a chance to win prizes like game time and the Smoldering Banner of the Aspects. Register on Raider.IO before October 14th, 2023 and get ready to Break the Meta!
John Barrymore September 28, 2023 3 minutes
The Patch 10.2 PTR developer notes have been released, revealing updates for various classes and specializations in World of Warcraft. There are changes to Hunter raid buffs, Mage fixes for critical damage bonuses, and adjustments to talents and abilities for other classes like Demon Hunters, Druids, and Shamans. Overall, these updates aim to enhance gameplay and balance in the game.
John Barrymore September 16, 2023 2 minutes
The upcoming Dragonflight Patch 10.2 raid, Amirdrassil, will introduce an unlockable raid skip feature. Players will need to collect the Fragment of Emberscaris quest items by defeating the boss Smolderon, allowing them to skip directly to Smolderon after defeating the introductory boss, Gnarlroot. Raid testing for Amirdrassil will begin on September 14th.
John Barrymore September 14, 2023 3 minutes
Amirdrassil raid testing begins today with Heroic Gnarlroot and Igira the Cruel. The schedule includes testing of different difficulty levels and a variety of bosses over the next few weeks, with the final boss, Fyrakk the Blazing, being a surprise. Players are encouraged to provide feedback and report any bugs encountered during the testing.