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Season of Discovery Phase 4 PTR Update Notes - Blackrock Eruption, Class Modifications, General PTR Changes
Welcome to the latest update from the WoW Classic Season of Discovery Phase 4 PTR, brought to you exclusively by WowCarry. In this comprehensive post, we will delve deep into the variety of changes and new content including the intriguing Blackrock Eruption event, extensive class modifications, and more. Whether you are a seasoned veteran or a new player, these updates have something to offer everyone, enhancing gameplay and introducing exciting new dynamics to the beloved classic mode.
Exploring the New Blackrock Eruption Event
Event Overview
The newly unveiled Blackrock Eruption event is a dynamic mix of PvE and PvP challenges, specifically designed to enhance player engagement through reputation building with the Thorium Brotherhood and Hydraxian Waterlords. This event turns Blackrock Mountain into a bustling PvP arena, promoting intense close-quarters combat that brings a fresh edge to the classic arena.
Event Mechanics and Rewards
Set to activate every 2 hours starting at midnight, the Blackrock Eruption increases spawn rates and introduces environmental hazards in areas like Searing Gorge—a soon-to-be expansion to Burning Steppes. Players can anticipate engaging new daily quests at Thorium Point and enjoy a substantial honor boost while fighting within Blackrock Mountain. It's important to note, however, that no honor points will be awarded for world PvP in the nearby regions during these event periods.
General Updates and Class Adjustments
Template Characters and Testing Focus
The latest updates on the PTR have introduced a comprehensive overhaul of class template characters, ensuring they now possess access to all available flight paths and necessary weapon skills. This revision demands players to recreate their characters in order to adopt these changes fully.
Detailed Class Changes
| Class | Major Changes | Details |
| Paladin | Divine Light and Heals | Divine Light now occupies the cloak slot and affects Beacon of Light targets with its overshield. |
| Rogue | Poison Application and Energy Generation | Fan of Knives now generates energy with off-hand crits, and Poisoned Knife’s energy refund is boosted by poison stacks on the target. |
| Warlock | Soul Siphon and Lake of Fire Revamp | Soul Siphon increases Drain Soul damage by up to 300% when targets are below 20% health, and Lake of Fire now offers instant casting with a cooldown. |
| Warrior | Valor of Azeroth | New ability grants party members increased attack power and crit chance, functioning as a minor Rallying Cry of the Dragonslayer. |
Further Adjustments
Alongside the specific class changes, general improvements include an increase in AoE capabilities for tanks, allowing them to manage larger groups of enemies effectively. This shift aims to preserve the original challenging gameplay while adapting to the enhanced damage outputs of contemporary configurations.
Final Thoughts
The ongoing updates to WoW Classic aim to blend nostalgic gameplay with fresh features that enrich the user experience. As these changes are still in testing on the PTR, feedback from the community is invaluable. Players are encouraged to immerize themselves in these updates and share their experiences, which will help shape the final implementation of Phase 4 in the Season of Discovery. Stay tuned for more updates and refine your strategies to make the most of these exciting developments!
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