Most of the new things from Patch 2.4.2 are covered now (we do have a few things left for Monday though), it's time to take care of all the things we missed during the last few days !
Patch 2.4.2 : Zhevra Mount & Mace Recolor
Most of the time when a new patch is released, a few item recolors are added to the game. These recolors are here if devs need a "fast" way to add an item and just want to use a different color of an existing model (and actually it doesn't happen very often if you compare it to the amount of recolors available). Two additional "sets" of colors have been added with the 2.4.2 : One for the new "Zhevra mount" and another one for one of the 2H Mace model already available in the game files. Thanks to endarion for the work he did on these screenshots !
As usual, we don't even know if these new colors will be used in the game at some point (and actually we're not even sure if the Zhevra Mount will be here), but it's still fun to check them.
Blue posts
During the last few days I didn't report any blue post because of all the 2.4.2 updates, even if there wasn't anything really important you might find a few of them interesting.
Season 4 and Tournament Phase 2 posts
First, we've got a post from Drysc to explains which items are going to be available once the season 4 is here.
Drysc also explains the changes behind the rating requirements added to honor items.
And if you didn't know yet, the Arena Tournament Phase 2 has begun !
New Fan Arts / Wallpaper
Here is a bunch of fan arts and a wallpaper posted on the official site during the last few days.
Patch 2.4.2 : Zhevra Mount & Mace Recolor
Most of the time when a new patch is released, a few item recolors are added to the game. These recolors are here if devs need a "fast" way to add an item and just want to use a different color of an existing model (and actually it doesn't happen very often if you compare it to the amount of recolors available). Two additional "sets" of colors have been added with the 2.4.2 : One for the new "Zhevra mount" and another one for one of the 2H Mace model already available in the game files. Thanks to endarion for the work he did on these screenshots !
As usual, we don't even know if these new colors will be used in the game at some point (and actually we're not even sure if the Zhevra Mount will be here), but it's still fun to check them.
Blue posts
During the last few days I didn't report any blue post because of all the 2.4.2 updates, even if there wasn't anything really important you might find a few of them interesting.
Quote from Blizzard staff
Death Knight starting level
We haven't completely finalized a number, but we plan to have them start at a level lower than 70. We didn't have Draenei or Blood Elves start at a higher level when they first entered the game so we are aiming to make this Hero Class at a good level to learn abilities but also get to Northrend a little faster. I understand that it may not be your favorite part, but leveling is part of the game, especially when creating a new character. The extra boost in leveling should help introduce the epic-ness (is that a word?) of the first Hero Class and give people more of a chance to try it out. While they may be a little behind in leveling, Deathknights will find their way into raid groups too, just like Shaman and Paladins did for the Alliance and Horde when they were first introduced. (Source)
Hunter Pet Growl Change
Growl was scaling incorrectly before so it's been changed to scale with the hunter's AP starting at around 1200 AP. Other pet abilities such as bite, claw, etc will still scale with pet AP. (Source)
Arena Tournament : Penalty for adding players to a team
With phase 2 beginning today, records have been reset and there is a penalty for adding players to a team. The practice phase has ended and now the fighting matters. You can still create a new team, you'll just have to earn the point penalties back, so good luck in your matches if that's the case! When phase 3 begins the teams will be locked and no changes allowed. (Source)
Will there be a new currency system in WotLK ? (Something with a higher value than gold ?)
We do watch the economy of the game but we don't have any plans of changing the current setup right now. (Source)
We haven't completely finalized a number, but we plan to have them start at a level lower than 70. We didn't have Draenei or Blood Elves start at a higher level when they first entered the game so we are aiming to make this Hero Class at a good level to learn abilities but also get to Northrend a little faster. I understand that it may not be your favorite part, but leveling is part of the game, especially when creating a new character. The extra boost in leveling should help introduce the epic-ness (is that a word?) of the first Hero Class and give people more of a chance to try it out. While they may be a little behind in leveling, Deathknights will find their way into raid groups too, just like Shaman and Paladins did for the Alliance and Horde when they were first introduced. (Source)
Hunter Pet Growl Change
Growl was scaling incorrectly before so it's been changed to scale with the hunter's AP starting at around 1200 AP. Other pet abilities such as bite, claw, etc will still scale with pet AP. (Source)
Arena Tournament : Penalty for adding players to a team
With phase 2 beginning today, records have been reset and there is a penalty for adding players to a team. The practice phase has ended and now the fighting matters. You can still create a new team, you'll just have to earn the point penalties back, so good luck in your matches if that's the case! When phase 3 begins the teams will be locked and no changes allowed. (Source)
Will there be a new currency system in WotLK ? (Something with a higher value than gold ?)
We do watch the economy of the game but we don't have any plans of changing the current setup right now. (Source)
Season 4 and Tournament Phase 2 posts
First, we've got a post from Drysc to explains which items are going to be available once the season 4 is here.
Quote from: Drysc (Source)
Yes, the Season 3 honor items will still be available for purchase without a rating requirement after Season 4 starts.
There will be two sets of "non-set" items once Season 4 begins. The Season 4 honor items (boot/belt/bracer/etc) some of which will require a rating, and the Season 3 items (boot/belt/bracer/etc) which still won't require any rating.
Just to sum up, when Season 4 begins:
Season 1 honor set: Removed
Season 2 arena set: Moved to honor, no rating requirement
Season 3 non-set honor items: Staying
Season 3 arena set: Arena rating and cost requirements lowered
Season 4 non-set honor items: Added with rating requirement
Season 4 arena set: Added to Arena with increased rating requirement
There will be two sets of "non-set" items once Season 4 begins. The Season 4 honor items (boot/belt/bracer/etc) some of which will require a rating, and the Season 3 items (boot/belt/bracer/etc) which still won't require any rating.
Just to sum up, when Season 4 begins:
Season 1 honor set: Removed
Season 2 arena set: Moved to honor, no rating requirement
Season 3 non-set honor items: Staying
Season 3 arena set: Arena rating and cost requirements lowered
Season 4 non-set honor items: Added with rating requirement
Season 4 arena set: Added to Arena with increased rating requirement
Quote from: Drysc (Source)
The non-set items are there to fill out the arena sets, they're essentially placed there specifically so that arena players have a reason to participate in other aspects of the game. We want to see their faces around, we don't want them just standing on top of the battlemasters all day.
So, with them being arena items intended to fill out the current top-end arena set, and our increase to rating requirements all around, it's actually very logical.
So, with them being arena items intended to fill out the current top-end arena set, and our increase to rating requirements all around, it's actually very logical.
Quote from: Vaneras (Source)
2008 World of Warcraft Arena Tournament Phase 2 Has Begun
Phase 2 of the 2008 World of Warcraft Arena Tournament’s first qualification round has begun. Tournament participants have had ample time during the practice phase to hone their strategies, try various team compositions, and gain experience playing with their team. It’s now time for the real games to begin!
To track the progress of your team and competition, please visit the World of Warcraft Armory and select the Coliseum 1 battlegroup.
http://eu.wowarmory.com/arena-ladder.xml?b=Coliseum%201&ts=3
If you haven’t signed up yet, registration for the First Qualification Round is still possible until May 6, 2008!
For more information on the tournament please visit our Arena Tournament information page. Good luck to all competitors!
http://www.wow-europe.com/en/info/basics/arena/tournament/index.xml
Phase 2 of the 2008 World of Warcraft Arena Tournament’s first qualification round has begun. Tournament participants have had ample time during the practice phase to hone their strategies, try various team compositions, and gain experience playing with their team. It’s now time for the real games to begin!
To track the progress of your team and competition, please visit the World of Warcraft Armory and select the Coliseum 1 battlegroup.
http://eu.wowarmory.com/arena-ladder.xml?b=Coliseum%201&ts=3
If you haven’t signed up yet, registration for the First Qualification Round is still possible until May 6, 2008!
For more information on the tournament please visit our Arena Tournament information page. Good luck to all competitors!
http://www.wow-europe.com/en/info/basics/arena/tournament/index.xml
New Fan Arts / Wallpaper
Here is a bunch of fan arts and a wallpaper posted on the official site during the last few days.
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