Patch 10.2 PTR Development Notes (Sept 12) - Further Class Adjustments

Welcome to another exciting update from WowCarry! In this week's Patch 10.2 PTR dev notes, Blizzard has released some interesting class tuning changes. But that's not all - there's also a brand new raid, public events, and more! Let's dive in and explore what's in store for World of Warcraft players.

New Raid: Amirdrassil, the Dream's Hope

A new raid, Amirdrassil, the Dream's Hope, is coming to WoW! Raid testing for this exciting new adventure will begin on Thursday, September 14th. Make sure to check the PTR raid testing schedule for more details and mark your calendars!

New Public Events: Superbloom and Emerald Bounty

Superbloom

Join forces with Sprucecrown, an ancient being, as he spreads life around Amirdrassil. Assist Sprucecrown in completing tasks and defeat any enemies obstructing their progress. Power up from magical Dreamfruit that appear during the event, enhancing your strength.

• Find and complete tasks for Sprucecrown;
• Defeat enemies that try to hinder Sprucecrown's progress;
• Obtain power-ups from Dreamfruit scattered throughout the area.

Emerald Bounty

Engage in various activities in the zone to earn Dreamseeds and Emerald Dewdrops. Plant Dreamseeds in dirt patches around the Dream whenever you want, allowing them to grow over time. Players can contribute Emerald Dewdrops to help the seeds grow, and once they blossom, you can reap the rewards of your hard work.

• Complete activities to earn Dreamseeds and Emerald Dewdrops;
• Plant Dreamseeds in dirt patches around the zone;
• Contribute Emerald Dewdrops to aid the growth of the seeds;
• Loot rewards when the seeds bloom.

But wait, there's more! After every Superbloom event concludes, an Emerald Frenzy begins, granting players large amounts of Emerald Dewdrops based on the bloom level achieved during the Superbloom. So make sure to give it your all and maximize your rewards!

Season 3 Mythic+

In Patch 10.2, several dungeons will be available for testing on Mythic+ difficulty. Current dungeons available include:

• Dawn of the Infinite: Galakrond's Fall;
• Dawn of the Infinite: Murozond's Rise;
• Waycrest Manor (Battle for Azeroth);
• Atal'Dazar (Battle for Azeroth);
• Darkheart Thicket (Legion);
• Black Rook Hold (Legion).

Check the Mythic+ testing schedule for specific timings and dive into some challenging dungeons to test your skills!

Achievements

Good news for those eagerly waiting to explore the Dragon Isles! The Dragon Isles Pathfinder achievement now properly unlocks flying in the Dragon Isles. Get ready to take to the skies and explore this breathtaking new zone like never before.

Class Tuning

Blizzard has made some adjustments to various classes to enhance gameplay and balance. Here are a few notable changes:

Druid

• Heart of the Wild has been updated. It now reduces Balance spell cast time by 30% and increases their damage by 20%. Additionally, it generates 1 combo point per 2 seconds while in Cat Form and increases Physical damage by 20%;
• Restoration Druids will see changes to their Flourish ability, which now has a 60-second cooldown instead of 90 seconds. This change aims to increase its availability as its peak power level has decreased.

Mage

• The Amirdrassil, the Dream's Hope (4) Set Bonus for Fire Mages has been fixed to resolve an issue with Time Anomaly triggering incorrectly.

Monk

• Mistweaver Monks will notice a change to the Amirdrassil, the Dream's Hope (2) Set Bonus. It will no longer apply Chi Harmony on Renewing Mist's jumps.

Paladin

• Retribution Paladins will experience improvements to the Amirdrassil, the Dream's Hope Set Bonus. Divine Toll is now guaranteed to target at least one valid enemy with Expurgation.

Priest

• Holy Priests will rejoice as their Heal ability receives a 40% healing increase;
• Shadow Priests will see several fixes relating to Shadow Word: Death and the Amirdrassil, the Dream's Hope Set Bonus.

Rogue

• Nightstalker damage bonus reduced;
• Elusiveness enhances Evasion to reduce more damage;
• Various nerfs and tweaks in the Assassination, Outlaw, and Subtlety specializations.

Shaman

• Riptide and Unleash Life healing boosted.

Warlock

• Imp Gang Boss redesigned to enhance Wild Imp summoning and damage.

Warrior

• Modifications to Deep Wounds and Rend effects;
• Changes to Rage mechanics affecting Ignore Pain.

PvP Changes

Druid

• New PvP Talent introduced;
• Efflorescence mana cost reduced.

Priest

• Heal effectiveness reduced in PvP.

Rogue

• Effectiveness of certain abilities adjusted in PvP.

UI and Accessibility

• Art updated on Zoom In and Out buttons.

Final Thoughts

Patch 10.2 PTR update brings a myriad of new features, adjustments, and improvements to World of Warcraft. With a brand new raid, Amirdrassil, the Dream's Hope, on the horizon, as well as innovative public events like Superbloom and Emerald Bounty, the game promises to keep both casual and hardcore players engaged.

The class tuning changes aim to balance gameplay and offer new dynamics to existing roles. Druids, Mages, Monks, and other classes will have new adjustments to explore and integrate into their gameplay strategies. Additionally, the new Mythic+ dungeons add another layer of challenge for players seeking high-level content.

For those into PvP, subtle but impactful changes are also introduced, making for a more balanced and exciting experience. Meanwhile, UI and accessibility improvements, although minor, contribute to the overall game quality.

Whether you're an experienced player or just starting your journey in WoW, Patch 10.2 seems to offer something for everyone. Mark your calendars for the upcoming raid tests and other events, and prepare to dive into new adventures!