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Hotfix Update: Scorpid Poison No Longer Affects Kill Command, Other Reverted Changes
Hey there, WoW players! Today we have some exciting news for all the Hunters out there. A recent patch has brought about some changes to the Hunter class, specifically addressing a couple of bug fixes and adjustments to improve balance and gameplay experience. In this blog post, written by WowCarry, we will delve into the details of these changes and how they will impact your gameplay in the Season of Discovery in WoW Classic.
The Unintended Side Effects
In an effort to address the disproportionate power of Scorpid Poison and fix a bug allowing Aspect of the Lion to affect players not in the Hunter's party, the developers implemented a series of changes. However, these changes had unintended side effects, affecting more abilities than originally intended. As a result, some adjustments are being partially reverted today to rectify the situation.
Reverting the Changes
One of the major adjustments going forward is the removal of the interaction between Scorpid Poison and Kill Command. Previously, Kill Command could consume Scorpid Poison, resulting in a significant damage increase. This bug fix will ensure that Kill Command can no longer benefit from Scorpid Poison, making the already powerful ability more balanced. Senior Game Producer Josh Greenfield acknowledges that further adjustments may be required to reduce the power of Hunter pets. However, the team aims to implement more targeted changes in the future, avoiding the far-reaching implications seen in this initial attempt.
Scorpid Poison Stacking Mechanics
To better understand the impact of these changes, let's take a look at a pre-nerf video created by the Hunter guide author, Veramos Gaming. In the video, he details the damage stacking mechanics that allowed Scorpid Poison to overperform in both PvE and PvP content. By utilizing both Beast Mastery and Aspect of the Lion, Hunters were able to maximize the potential of Scorpid Poison. The high initial value buff from Kill Command could also be snapshot, persisting beyond its original duration when chaining multiple targets. These mechanics made Scorpid Poison overwhelmingly powerful. However, with the recent changes, Scorpid Poison will remain potent but no longer excessively dominating.
Summary of Changes:
- Reversion of unintended side effects
- Removal of interaction between Scorpid Poison and Kill Command
- Future targeted adjustments to reduce Hunter pet power
Table: Impact of Changes
| Ability | Before Changes | After Changes |
| Scorpid Poison | Overperforming due to stacking mechanics | Still powerful, but more balanced |
| Kill Command | Could consume Scorpid Poison, resulting in significant damage increase | No longer benefits from Scorpid Poison |
| Aspect of the Lion | Could affect players not in the Hunter's party | Fixed, no longer affects external players |
| Hunter Pet | Requirement for further adjustment to reduce power | Future targeted adjustments planned |
Final Thoughts
Overall, these changes aim to restore balance and fairness to the Hunter class in WoW Classic. While the unintended side effects posed initial challenges, the developers are committed to fine-tuning the Hunter pet abilities for a more enjoyable gaming experience. We encourage all Hunters to adapt to these adjustments and continue exploring the vast world of WoW Classic in the Season of Discovery.