New WoW Patch 3.3 Info
I was looking at
World of Raids and I came across some information from Blizzcon that got overlooked during my first run-through of all the information. It seems like the next patch is going to be
AWESOME for people who run a lot of heroics (like me).
General
A new Cross-Realm LFG system will be introduced in patch 3.3, allowing players to form groups with those from other realms to tackle instances.
FINALLY! Now not only will my server have to deal with Vydar's crappy DPS, but now people from other realms will have to too!
A reward system will be included to reward successful pickup groups.
Blizzard is now rewarding the group leader for completing the instance? Another way to pick up easy epics perhaps?
The LFG system is being revamped along with this and it will teleport you to the instance once the group is formed.
"BLIZZARD WE'RE SO LAZY AND THE SUMMONING STONE IS SO STUPID, ISN'T THERE AN EASIER WAY FOR GROUPS TO GET TO THE INSTANCE WITHOUT 2 PEOPLE MEETING AT THE STONE?!!??!?!" - This is the statement that runs in my head when I see this.
Icecrown Citadel will be introduced in patch 3.3.
Great. It's not like I haven't seen any of Ulduar yet or anything. Now we have more content that I wont be able to see...
There will be a 3 week period during the 5th anniversary of WoW where logging in will reward you with an Onyxia Whelpling pet. The pet has unique deep breath animations.
Sweet. You know I'll be on for the day
There are no current plans to revamp other classic dungeons; Onyxia was a special case for the anniversary.
Reputation will be rewarded in raids at some point in the future.
I wonder how...flasks? Gear?
Solutions are currently being deployed for the "Additional Instances" issue and should be complete within a month or two.
Sartharion may be getting lonely in Wyrmrest Temple.
What is this hinting at? A new boss obviously, but has anyone found any information about it? Or any possible ideas?
Icecrown Citadel - Raid
The dungeon will have 4 different floors.
There will be 12 "Epic" boss encounters.
There will be an epic cinematic for defeating the Lich King.
Waypoints from Ulduar are being used in this instance.
Sindragosa, the ultimate Frost Wyrm is one boss in Icecrown
The Spire with the frozen throne on top runs through the entire instance.
At one point you will board an airship with your faction leader, and race the opposing faction to the top of icecrown.
There are cannons and rocketpacks and catapults to aid you in your battle with the opposing faction.
The 3rd floor has 3 wings.
Parts of the platform on the 4th floor with the Lich King will break apart and fall during the encounter.
Icecrown Citadel - Dungeon
There are three different wings in this dungeon.
You must progress through the wings linearly.
An "epic" quest series unlocks the wings.
8 bosses in total
So, with this information out in the open, how do you feel about the next patch? Do you find the new (and improved) LFG System to be everything you've ever dreamed of (like I do)? Let me know!
~TheGuan
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