Three Separate Changes in Fractures in Time
Historical overview of Patch 10.1.5 in 2023. Fractures in Time added a Myth upgrade track, new collection rewards in Dawn of the Infinite and an optional gear refresh for eligible returning characters. These systems served different purposes. The item levels below describe Dragonflight Season 2.
The Myth Track Added Two Upgrade Steps Above 441
Blizzard’s July 11 update notes introduced 441 → 444 → 447 as Myth 1/3 through Myth 3/3. Eligible Season 2 gear originally created at those item levels received the track retroactively.
| Track | Ranks | Cap |
|---|---|---|
| Hero | 5 | 441 |
| Myth | 3 | 447 |
A Hero item upgraded to 441 did not become a Myth item. Hero 5/5 and Myth 1/3 could share an item level while having different remaining upgrade paths. The 447 figure was Myth’s upgrade ceiling, rather than a maximum for every possible Season 2 reward.
Each Myth upgrade required Flightstones and an Aspect’s Shadowflame Crest, subject to the system’s discounts. Season 2’s currency system had replaced Valor for these upgrades.
For the complete track table, Crest brackets and replacement discounts, see the separate Dragonflight Season 2 gear-upgrade guide.
Quantum Items Added Appearances of a Particular Type
The Dawn of the Infinite loot guide describes Quantum items converting into cosmetic rewards from the past. Examples include:
- Quantum Chestpiece: an appearance of the chestpiece type.
- Quantum Greataxe: a two-handed weapon appearance of that type.
These items were collection rewards, with outcomes drawn from their eligible appearances. They did not let a player choose any transmog in the game or guarantee a specific rare appearance. Their cosmetic function was separate from upgrading equipped combat gear.
Reins of the Quantum Courser was a separate reward that resolved into a random mount from the past. For entrance, encounters and other collection goals, use the Dawn of the Infinite guide.
The Welcome Back Gear Update Was an Offer to Accept
Blizzard’s July 12, 2023 explanation described the original eligibility: a level 10–60 character that had not logged in for 60 days. The character-select screen offered the update.
Players could choose a specialization and receive level-appropriate gear and updated bags. Accepting the update also reset talents to a Starter Build. Previously worn gear was returned through the mailbox; the process did not destroy the character’s old equipment.
The quest-log decision was also optional. Players could keep their quests or clear them for a fresh start, although characters in the Battle for Azeroth or Shadowlands campaigns could not clear their logs through this option. After accepting, the character could be teleported to Chromie’s location.
The practical follow-up was to check the mailbox for old equipment, review the replacement bags and check the Starter Build before resuming play.
Sell All Junk Had a Specific Meaning
The 10.1.5 feature overview documents the vendor button for selling poor-quality gray items from the bags. It left common white items and higher qualities alone. Players still chose which higher-quality equipment or collectibles to sell.
