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Nerfing of Small Crafted Gear in Dragonflight Season 3
Hey there, adventurers! WowCarry here with some exciting news about the upcoming Patch 10.2 PTR build. We've got some juicy details about the item levels of Dragonflight Season 3, as well as some nerfs in store for Crafted Gear. Strap in, because things are about to get interesting!
The Item Level Increase in Dragonflight Season 3
First things first, let's talk about the item level increase in Dragonflight Season 3. Normally, players would expect a 26 item level increase between tiers. However, this time around, Blizzard has decided to shake things up with a larger increase of 39 item levels. What does this mean for you? Well, it means that players will find themselves slightly more undergeared when entering Dragonflight Season 3 compared to previous seasons. So get ready to gear up and face new challenges!
Massive Nerfs to Crafted Gear
Now, let's dive into the topic that has been on everyone's mind - the nerfs to Crafted Gear in Season 3. Blizzard has graciously provided us with the updated item levels for Season 3 Crafted Gear:
| Item | Item Level |
| Enchanted Whelpling's Dreaming Crest | 431 - 444 |
| Base Spark Crafted | 447 - 460 |
| Enchanted Wyrm's Dreaming Crest | 460 - 473 |
| Enchanted Aspect's Dreaming Crest | 470 - 483 |
As you can see, the highest item level you can obtain from the Aspects crafted crest is 483. So how does this stack up in Season 3? Let's compare it to other sources:
Mythic+ Great Vault 20s:
- Item Level: 483
Mythic Raid:
- Item Level: 480 - 489
It turns out that the max rank of crafted gear from Aspects is equivalent to completing a +20 Mythic keystone and falls in line with early-mid Mythic raid gear. So while there is indeed a slight nerf to crafted gear (a decrease of 3 item levels), it is still a formidable option to consider.
Thoughts and Opinions
Now, let's talk about our thoughts and opinions on these changes. Many players would agree that Crafted Gear was incredibly strong in Season 2, perhaps even too strong. With the Mythic track being extended to x/4 in Season 3, and considering the existence of the Mythic track, crafted gear is no longer the absolute Best-in-Slot option. However, even with the slight nerf, crafted gear remains a viable choice for those looking to boost their item level. So don't be disheartened, adventurers! There are still plenty of ways to gear up and conquer the challenges that await in Dragonflight Season 3.