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News Round Up: Loot Finder Issues and Blizz Blues

Loot Finder Rules

Hey folks,

So, just to be clear, we're certainly aware that the loot system in Raid Finder needs to be smarter, as there's currently not a way for the system to determine loot eligibility based on talent specialization or class. To use the OP's example, if a Strength weapon drops and a hunter rolls on it, the system says "Yep, a DPS player is rolling on it. Okie dokie. Here's your +100." (We should really find ways for the game to say "okie dokie" in your chat log.)

This obviously needs to change and we're in the middle of discussing potential short-term solutions, as a more long-term solution will require programming new tech into the system which will account for class/spec.

We only ask that you keep in mind patch 4.3 is our first implementation of Raid Finder and the "Need Plus" system. The design is quite complicated and requires further iteration to make loot distribution more intelligent.

Posted 2011/12/08 at 8:22 PM by Ashelia

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News Round Up: Tier 13, 4.3 Previews, and More

4.3 Dungeons Preview

Have a look at the five new screenshots we've added this morning to the End Time dungeon preview: http://us.battle.net/wow/en/blog/3502665/

'Nuff said. :D

Meanwhile, here are all the previews:

Tier 13

Keep in mind we do intend to allow tier 13 set pieces to drop for those using the upcoming Raid Finder. Similar to the difference between normal and Heroic versions of tier sets, the Raid Finder set will have a lower item level than the normal and Heroic counterparts.

Set pieces from all three difficulty levels can still be mixed and matched for the 2- and 4-piece bonuses.

Posted 2011/09/21 at 4:57 PM by Ashelia

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News Round Up: Transmogrification Clarifications, Void Storage Updates, and More

Heirlooms will be eligible targets for Transmogrification--you won't have to look bad while leveling up!

Mainhand can only be applied to mainhand and offhand only to offhand.

The jury is still out on "silly" items. They are debating whether or not you can use fun offhands like frying pans, fish, and so on.

While not planned for day one, greys and whites might eventually be an option. The wording used by the Community Manager implies it's not set in stone either way.

On Transmogrification

That's still under discussion at the moment. Right now, Legendary weapons and Heirlooms probably won't be eligible, while some Bind on Account items probably will be eligible. It's not set in stone yet though.