April 16th Hotfixes for Season of Discovery

Blizzard has recently released the full patch notes for the Season of Discovery Hotfix, which brings a host of quality-of-life updates and changes to the game. In today's blog post, we will take a closer look at the notable changes and improvements that players can expect to see in the latest update.

Emerald Warden NPCs

As part of the hotfix, Blizzard has introduced Emerald Warden guard NPCs near Nightmare Incursion questgivers and quartermasters. These guards will provide additional protection and ensure a safer environment for players as they go about their quests and interactions in the area.

Atal'ai Mojo Consumables

The Atal'ai Mojo consumables have undergone a change in the hotfix. They are now Unique (2), allowing players to carry and use two of these consumables simultaneously. This change will provide players with added flexibility and options during their adventures.

New Version of Serpent's Striker

Players can now acquire a new version of the off-hand weapon, Serpent's Striker, from Zalgo the Explorer on Yojamba Isle. This new version has a speed of 2.60, compared to the previous version with a speed of 1.50. This weapon exchange will enable players to customize their gameplay according to their preferences and playstyle.

Nightmare Seeds Drop Rate Increased

In response to player feedback, the drop rate of Nightmare Seeds in Sunken Temple has been increased by approximately 50%. This change will make it easier for players to obtain these valuable resources and continue their progression in the game.

Honorless Target Effect

A new effect called Honorless Target has been introduced, which will be granted to players whenever they enter or leave a Nightmare Incursion portal. This effect aims to create a more immersive and engaging experience for players as they navigate through the game world.

Improved Rainbow Generator

In a nod to inclusivity, the Rainbow Generator is now available for all races, including trolls, tauren, and night elves. This change allows players of different races to enjoy this fun and colorful item and adds an extra layer of customization to their characters.

Grizzwerks Defense Industries Expansion

Thanks to the tireless efforts of adventurers across Azeroth, Grizzwerks Defense Industries has achieved record growth. As a result, Grizzby is now pleased to offer runes to heroes without requiring quests from them. This expansion of services will make it more convenient and accessible for players to obtain runes for their characters.

Class and Rune Changes

• Druid

• Starsurge no longer consumes Clearcasting procs from Omen of Clarity.
• Skull Bash rune moved to the Hands slot (was the Leg slot).
• Lacerate rune moved to the Leg slot (was Hands).
• Lacerate threat increased substantially.

• Hunter

• Chimera Shot no longer refreshes Serpent Sting at 1 less damage per tick.

• Mage

• Impact can now be triggered by the damage from Molten Armor.
• Deep Freeze will no longer deal damage to players who are temporarily Immune to stuns.
• Deep Freeze can no longer be overwritten by an Impact stun, unless the new stun would be longer than the remaining duration on Deep Freeze.
• Developers’ notes: Previously if you Deep Froze a target, and they were then hit with an Impact stun, you could accidentally overwrite a 5-second stun with a 2-second stun. Now you can’t overwrite it unless Deep Freeze is under 2 seconds.

• Paladin

• Light’s Grace rune moved to the Bracer slot (was Helm).
• The mana return of Seal of Martyrdom has been significantly increased.
• Eye for an Eye now works on damage-over-time crits.

• Priest

• Eye of the Void can no longer engage in melee combat.
• Eye of the Void’s spells now all have a 35 yard range.
• Surge of Light’s instant cast effect will no longer be consumed if Surge of Light was gained while casting Smite or Flash Heal.
• Martyrdom now works to prevent pushback on Void Zone casts.

• Rogue

• Focused attacks now generate 3 additional energy (was 2).

• Shaman

• The Internal Cooldown for Overcharged has been increased to 3 seconds.

• Warlock

• Life tap now grants mana return to warlock pets.
• Unstable Affliction’s damage has been increased by roughly 120%.
• Warlocks with Metamorphosis active and the Master Demonologist talent will now gain increased threat generation when they summon an Imp or Felguard (was decreased threat generation).

• Warrior

• Victory Rush heal increased to 30% of the Warrior’s health (was 10%).

Conclusion

With this hotfix, Blizzard has addressed several player concerns and made significant improvements to enhance the overall gameplay experience. The new features, updates, and changes will undoubtedly provide players with more options, convenience, and excitement as they embark on their Season of Discovery journey. Stay tuned for further updates and enjoy your adventures in Azeroth!