Info About Expansion & 2.3/2.4

[Knomez]

Credit to Schwick on WoW Euro Forums
Intro:


Welcome,

The purpose of this post is to gather all information regarding the second expansion (Wrath of the Lich King), 2.3/2.4 patches and beyond that.

All the information that is provided here is from Blizzard or is from trustworthy sources. You can find the original source post by pressing the link provided with the Q&A (indicated by an “S”).

I try to keep this topic as updated as I can. However, details provided here may change over time.

Legend:


Q = Question
A = Answer
S = Source
N = Note
B = Bug


1.1 Upcoming patches (General)

1.1.1Q Sometimes I die in mid-air when using a flying mount or flight form -not to mention when I die on a floating rock. Will this ever get changed or fixed?

1.1.1A In a future patch your body will drop to the ground instead of staying on the floating rock. The dying in mid-air is unfortunately a harder cookie to crack, so this fix might take longer.
1.1.1S WoW BlueTracker: I've died in midair and cant get back up.
WoW BlueTracker: dying on floating islands and such
WoW BlueTracker: Drysc on Flying Corpses



1.1.2Q A while back players submitted a lot of ideas for new emotes. Any idea if they are still planned?

1.1.2A They are still planned to be released. No ETA has been given.
1.1.2S WoW BlueTracker: Player suggested emotes? When?



1.1.3Q Now that the second expansion is coming, will we get new TBC content besides Zul’Aman?

1.1.3A Yes, Outland content is no way finished yet!
1.1.3S WoW: Wrath of the Lich King Revealed news from 1UP.com




1.2 Upcoming patches (Talents, Skills & Classes)

1.2.1Q Know some upcoming Paladin changes?

1.2.1A A paladin's role as a tank is being looked at as well as their raid DPS (retri) (both talent-wise and itemisation wise). Retri’s itemisation will also be lessened.
1.2.1S WoW BlueTracker: Need a response on endgame tanking
BlizzCon Class Panel Information | News
WoW-Europe.com Forums -> Protection Itemisation Feedback
Liveblogging BlizzCon's Dungeons and Raids Panel - WOW Insider
BlizzCon Day 2 Class Panel notes and Q&A - WOW Insider



1.2.2Q Know some upcoming Priests changes?

1.2.2A The Priests' Circle of Healing is still being looked at and being improved. Along with that, Priests' discipline and holy trees are being looked at. Also the developers agree that counter-spelling the heals once in spirit of redemption is working as intended; however they agree it's too counter intuitive. Priest's Lightwell will get some scaling from gear. Last but not least, the Priests' racials are also being looked at.
1.2.2S WoW BlueTracker: Devs, CMs out of touch, a PRIEST QQ
http://wow-en.curse-gaming.com/devtr...details/23765/
BlizzCon Class Panel Information | News
BlizzCon Day 2 Class Panel notes and Q&A - WOW Insider



1.2.3Q Know some upcoming Druid changes?

1.2.3A The developers agree that more variations on forms sound cool. Blizzard is also looking at the abilities Druids can use in Tree of Life form. Nothing is certain yet though. Druids being able to use consumables in form are still under evaluation. Moonkins can also expect more itemisation for them. The mana usage of tree-form is currently being looked at. The range of cat-form will be tuned (and fixed). Last but not least Druids’ PvP Arena performance is being looked at.
1.2.3S WoW BlueTracker: Tree form needs barkskin
WoW BlueTracker: Female Catform?
WoW BlueTracker: Today, they finally said it :<
BlizzCon Day 2 Class Panel notes and Q&A - WOW Insider



1.2.4Q Know some upcoming Hunter changes?

1.2.4A The PvP Arena performance is being looked at and changes will go live in 2.3. Hunters’ Mana usage is also being looked at.
1.2.4S WoW BlueTracker: Hunters buffed? Then what nerfs wil they get?
BlizzCon Day 2 Class Panel notes and Q&A - WOW Insider



1.2.5Q Know some upcoming Shaman changes?

1.2.5A Yes, Shamans will get visual timers for their Totems. Shamans will also get enhancement looked at. Finally totems will get stronger to be able to compete with auras. There’s a good chance Shamans will lose the talent to carry Two-Handed Axes and Maces. Instead they can learn this from the weapon-masters.
1.2.5S WoW BlueTracker:
Worldofraids forums :: Irc Chat Developer with Kalgan and Tigole
BlizzCon Day 2 Class Panel notes and Q&A - WOW Insider
WoW BlueTracker: Shamans are getting swords in next expansion!



1.2.6Q Know some upcoming Rogue changes?

1.2.6A Rogues will still get a new Stealth animation. Along side that, the PvP Arena performance is being looked at.
1.2.6S WoW BlueTracker: Rogues - The PvE Purpose thread.
WoW BlueTracker: Blizzard - Gief Back Old Stealth
WoW BlueTracker: Vaneras On The Spot! - Gief Back Old Stealth



1.2.7Q Know some upcoming Warrior changes?

1.2.7A Yes, Warriors’ damage output while being Protection is being looked at.
1.2.7S BlizzCon Day 2 Class Panel notes and Q&A - WOW Insider



1.2.8Q Know some upcoming Mage changes?

1.2.8A Yes, Mages can finally expect a soulwell version of Conjure food and water.
1.2.8S BlizzCon Day 2 Class Panel notes and Q&A - WOW Insider



1.2.9 Currently it’s a pain to be a healer and not be able to do any damage (unless respec’ing). Are there any plans to improve this?

1.2.9 Yes, Healers will get something called Free damage. Details are unknown though.
1.2.9 [Updated] BlizzCon Day 2: Professions and Items session liveblog - WOW Insider
YouTube - World of Warcraft Professions & Items (around 33:30)




1.3 Upcoming patches (Dungeons, Battlegrounds & PvP)

1.3.1Q Will we get new dungeons?

1.3.1A Yes, currently the upcoming announced dungeons are:
* A new 5-man instance
* The Sunwell
* Zul’Aman
1.3.1S WoW BlueTracker: Dungeons in at release?
Next 25-man instace: The Sunwell | World of Warcraft @ Curse
BlizzCon Dungeons and Raids Panel | News



1.3.2Q Any information known about Zul’Aman?

1.3.2A Zul’Aman is filled with Forest Trolls and it will be a 10-man raid instance. Zul'Aman will be a time-based instance. To be able to complete a quest you have a couple of minutes to get from point A to point B (Like the Stratholme timed run). The faster you complete it, the better the rewards are. Furthermore Zul'Aman will feature six bosses; four liberated animal gods (The Bear (Loas), The Eagle (Akil'Zon), The Lynx (Halazzi), The Dragonhawk (Jan'Alai)) and two normal bosses including Zul'Jin and a Witch Doctor. The dungeon will be winged like Naxxramas so you can easily pick which boss you want to do first (exception of the last two bosses). Each wing will take around 45-1 hour with a good group. The loot will be slightly better then Karazhan and it won't require any attunement whatsoever. Because the instance is time-based, it will be a mix for hardcore players as well as casuals. Zul’Aman will not use any reputation whatsoever. The usage of tokens will return (and improved in terms of class distribuation). While we are on the loot, more Moonkin and Elemental Shamans items will be introduced. The reset timer is 4 days. Zul’Aman can be found in south-eastern Ghostlands. Zul’Aman will be released in content patch 2.3.
1.3.2S Worldofraids forums :: Irc Chat Developer with Kalgan and Tigole
E3 2007 - E3 07: World of Warcraft Content Updated Impressions - The Dungeon of Zul'Aman - PC News at GameSpot
http://wow-en.curse-gaming.com/devtr.../details/24723
http://wow-en.curse-gaming.com/devtr.../details/24674
World of Warcraft WarCry : News : WoW: A Look At The Next Update From E3
[Updated] BlizzCon Day 2: Professions and Items session liveblog - WOW Insider
YouTube - World of Warcraft Professions & Items (around 35:50)
WoW BlueTracker: Arena Season 1 gear



1.3.3Q Any information known about “The Sunwell”?

1.3.3A Yes, The Sunwell will be a 25-man raid. The loot quality will be better then the Black Temple and Caverns of Time. Apparently the lore fits right in with TBC and the upcoming expansion WLK. This instance will introduce six bosses.
1.3.3S Next 25-man instace: The Sunwell | World of Warcraft @ Curse
Raids & Dungeons Discussion Panel Part 2 - The Unofficial WoW Gallery (around 29:00)



1.3.4Q Will Blizzard only add raiding content in terms of dungeons?

1.3.4A No, Blizzard would also like to add another 5-man dungeon before they go on to the next expansion
1.3.4S Next 25-man instace: The Sunwell | World of Warcraft @ Curse



1.3.5Q Will PvP ever be added to the LFG-system?

1.3.5A Yes, there are plans that it will be added.
1.3.5S WoW BlueTracker: Blue, Will there be a Crossrealm LFG Tool?



1.3.6Q Will we ever get an Arena PvP spectator feature?

1.3.6A Yes, although it’s still on the to-do-list.
1.3.6S WoW BlueTracker:



1.3.7Q Currently there are no PvP Elekks or Hawkstriders ingame. Are there plans to add them?

1.3.7A Yes, they will be added in the future.
1.3.7S WoW BlueTracker: PVP Elekk mount reward.

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1.3.13Q Any known information about PvP Arena season 3?

1.3.13A Blizzard is thinking about capping season 3 weapons for a minimum rating. For example you would need a rating of 1900 to be able to buy specific items. Paladins will get resilience on their season 3 gear. Season 1 gear will become available for honour points instead of Arena points (around 15K per piece). A new melee will be added specially for Hunters since they need to spend more points then any other class. Season 3 will start around or after patch 2.3.
1.3.13S YouTube - Blizzcon 2007 - PVP Panel 4/7 (around 07:13)
YouTube - Blizzcon 2007 - PVP Panel 6/7
World of Warcraft US Developer Tracker | Curse




1.4 Upcoming patches (Professions & Items)

1.4.1Q Know some profession changes?

1.4.1A Yes, it has been said that professions will get a review each patch. Here’s what known:
Alchemist:
* Transmutes will change to a daily cooldown
* Discoveries will be made easier
* Alchemist exclusive (bop) potions coming
Vendors:
* Rare vendor scrolls will become random spawn and not a one-vendor-exclusive
Engineering:
* Engineering will get some more love!
* More items will be added for non-engineering exclusive.
* There is even word of a flying machine!
Enchanting:
* New Enchant: Executioner. Armor penetration
* Item-based enchants (see 1.4.5)
Jewelcrafting:
* New Talasite recipe
Cooking:
* New cooking recipes; Melee and (spell) crit as well as shockchops (Like Dragonbreath Chilli)
General:
* New Crafter Only Gear (more of best in slot gear)
* Better profession level up gear
* Fill up itemization gaps
* The gap between skill profession 275 to 300 gaps will be smoother
1.4.1S [Updated] BlizzCon Day 2: Professions and Items session liveblog - WOW Insider
[Xfire] BlizzCon 2007's blog - Xfire
YouTube - World of Warcraft Professions & Items (around 15:00)



1.4.2Q Will loot distribution ever change?

1.4.2A Blizzard will introduce logical loot to new content (old content will not use this concept). Logical loot means that a mob/boss has a chance to drop what he is wearing. In the past this was already the case with a few mobs/bosses, but now Blizzard will use this concept even more. Zul'Aman will be the first dungeon to use this concept.
1.4.2S World of Warcraft WarCry : News : WoW: A Look At The Next Update From E3
WoW BlueTracker: NO MORE RANDOM LOOT. W0000000000T!!!!!!!



1.4.3 Can we expect new Heroic Tokens items?

1.4.3 Yes, Blizzard will add new Heroic Tokens items in content patch 2.3. Also distribution of Heroic Tokens will also happen in Zul’Aman and Karazhan.
1.4.3S BlizzCon Dungeons and Raids Panel | News
Exclusive Interview: Jeff "Tigole" Kaplan | @ Curse (around 08:30)



1.4.4 Almost each class has a legendary weapon. Will we ever get one for Hunters?

1.4.4 Yes, a legendary range weapon will be added to a raid-zone after Zul’Aman.
1.4.4S [Updated] BlizzCon Day 2: Professions and Items session liveblog - WOW Insider
YouTube - World of Warcraft Professions & Items (around 35:15)



1.4.5 Will Enchanting ever introduce item-based enchants instead of spamming around trade-channel to sell stuff?

1.4.5 Yes. However, Blizzard has said they might introduce it but not for the stronger enchant; this to keep the player interaction more alive for Enchanting.
1.4.5S YouTube - World of Warcraft Professions & Items (around 37:30)




1.5 Upcoming patches (User Interface)

1.5.1Q Currently lag essentially adds to the cast time of spells; any chance to have it fixed?

1.5.1A Currently “/stopcasting” macros is both viable and legal way to go (with its own risks), however in patch 2.3 such macros as lag workarounds should no longer be needed.
1.5.1S WoW BlueTracker: Casting Latency Trick - Exploit or Legit?



1.5.2Q Will the combat-log ever be easier to configure and make it your own?

1.5.2A Yes, in 2.4 the combat-log will be adjusted. Names, spells, event etc will be coloured. The combat-log will no longer send a single text but an event. It will even introduce easier filtering on the fly. Last but not least you can have a full event history.
1.5.2S YouTube - Blizzcon 2007 - UI Panel (around 25:40)



1.5.3Q Can we expect improved UI features?

1.5.3A Yes, the UI will get some very nice features. First off it will introduce an itemrack/Outfitter like feature. Basically it will allow you to easily swap gear compilations. However, it’s just not that; it will also introduce storage for those items. If that’s not enough, you can also expect a Big-wigs/Deadly boss mods like warning system. Last but not least; a build-in threat-meter!
1.5.3S BlizzCon Dungeons and Raids Panel | News
YouTube - Blizzcon 2007 - Dungeons & Raids Panel 7/7 (around 07:30)



For more details concerning macros and UI-code changes, I will redirect you to my USA MVP partner in crime, Iriel: WoW Forums -> Upcoming 2.3 Changes - Concise List


1.6 Upcoming patches (Lands, Reputation & Events)

1.6.1Q Ravenholdt is still unused, will it ever be useful?

1.6.1A Ravenholdt is still on the to-do-list.
1.6.1S WoW BlueTracker:



1.6.2Q Outland is suppose to be level 58 (and higher) exclusive. Yet I see lower levels roaming Outland. Is this a bug?

1.6.2A No, it’s not a bug. Outland can’t be reached by conventional ways (entering the Dark Portal) when lower level, but people can get summoned there. However, the level 58 requirement may be lifted later on.
1.6.2S WoW BlueTracker: Under 58 in Outland



1.6.3Q Are there any plans to revamp old places?

1.6.3A Yes, there are plans to revamp some Azeroth places. One of those places that will receive an update is Dustwallow Marsh.
1.6.3S Worldofraids forums :: Irc Chat Developer with Kalgan and Tigole
WoW BlueTracker: What are your priorities, Blizzard?



1.6.4Q Will Gnomes get some more lore loving?

1.6.4A Yes, there are plans to do that.
1.6.4S Worldofraids forums :: Irc Chat Developer with Kalgan and Tigole



1.6.5Q Are there still any plans to add more weather effects?

1.6.5A More weather effects are still coming. A timeframe is of course not available at this time.
1.6.5S WoW BlueTracker: Wheres the weather?



1.6.6Q What about making levelling easier from level 1-60 or even level 60-70?

1.6.6A Yes, Blizzard will introduce changes that will make levelling easier. This change will be implemented prior to the expansion. Details are unknown though.
1.6.6S BlizzCon 07: Wrath of the Lich King demo'd - PC News at GameSpot
World of Warcraft US Developer Tracker | Curse



1.6.7Q Can we expect even more Daily Quests?

1.6.7A Yes, there will come more variations of Daily Quests.
- Dungeon daily quest(s)
- Battleground/PvP daily quest(s)
- Cooking daily quest(s) (coming in 2.3)
- Profession daily quest(s)
1.6.7S Wrath of the Lich King Panel Discussion Part 1 - The Unofficial WoW Gallery (around 31:00)
[Updated] BlizzCon Day 2: Professions and Items session liveblog - WOW Insider
YouTube - World of Warcraft Professions & Items (around 14:15)

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1.6.8Q Currently the Burning Legion lore has stopped. Will there be more Burning Legion lore content added?

1.6.8A Yes, more Burning Legion content will be added in an upcoming patch.
1.6.8S YouTube - Blizzcon 07 WoW Lore Panel (around 04:55)




1.7 Upcoming patches (Features)

1.7.1Q Is the Guild/Player housing feature still coming?

1.7.1A Guild/Player housing is still on the to-do-list, so yes.
1.7.1S WoW BlueTracker: How long can blizzard Ignore guild housing.
WoW BlueTracker: Whatever happened to Guild Houses?



1.7.2Q What about the Guild bank feature?

1.7.2A Guild banks were originally planned for TBC, but got pushed back. The Guild Bank will be a central place where people can withdraw items and even money from the Guild’s bank. People can also pay their repair-bill from the guild bank. Guild Masters will be able to set permissions to specific persons for the guild bank but it can also be done by guild-rank. The guild bank will be released in content patch 2.3.
1.7.2S WoW BlueTracker: Guild banks, lack of tools
http://wow-en.curse-gaming.com/devtr...details/24790/
http://wow-en.curse-gaming.com/devtr...details/25431/
World of Warcraft Europe Developer Tracker | Curse



1.7.3Q In the lore most characters have a last name. Will we ever see something like this?

1.7.3A Yes, this feature is still on the to-do-list.
1.7.3S WoW BlueTracker: Issues that Blizzard "Swept Under The Rug"



1.7.4Q Will we ever get mini-games in WoW?

1.7.4A Yes, although it’s still on the to-do-list.
1.7.4S WoW BlueTracker: 09/03 Drysc on mini-games




1.8 Upcoming patches (Misc)

1.8.1Q Will we see more translations of World of Warcraft; for example Greek WoW?

1.8.1A Currently there are no plans to add additional languages.
1.8.1S WoW BlueTracker:



1.8.2Q Can we expect 'classic' (pre-TBC) realms?

1.8.2A No, there are currently no plans to instate this.
1.8.2S Worldofraids forums :: Irc Chat Developer with Kalgan and Tigole




2. Fixed soon

Currently there are no announced fixes yet


3.1 Compiled patch list (Patch 2.3)
(The numbering behind an item means see Q&A x.x.x for more information)

Talents, Skills & Classes


* Hunters’ PvP Arena performance changes (1.2.4)

Dungeons, Battlegrounds & PvP


* Zul’Aman (1.3.1/1.3.2)
* Netherspite beam change (1.3.11)

Professions & Items


* Logical loot (1.4.2)
* New Heroic Badges items (1.4.3)

User Interface


* /stopcasting lag workaround (1.5.1)

Lands, Reputation & Events


* Cooking Daily Quest (1.6.7)



3.2 Compiled patch list (Patch 2.4)
(The numbering behind an item means see Q&A x.x.x for more information)

User Interface


* Better combat-log (1.5.2)



3.3 Compiled patch list (Future)
(The numbering behind an item means see Q&A x.x.x for more information)

General


* Death in mid-air fix (1.1.1)
* Level restriction lifted on Outland (1.6.3)
* Player suggested emotes (1.1.2)

Talents, Skills & Classes


* Hunters changes (1.2.4)
* Warrior changes (1.2.7)
* Druid changes (1.2.3)
* Paladin changes (1.2.1)
* Priest changes (1.2.2)
* Shaman changes (1.2.5)
* Rogue changes (1.2.6)
* Mage changes (1.2.

Dungeons, Battlegrounds & PvP


* A new 5-man instance (1.3.4)
* The Sunwell (1.3.2/1.3.3)
* Emerald Dream (1.3.
* Karazhan Lower Side (1.3.
* Grim Batol (1.3.
* Uldum (1.3.
* Arena PvP spectator (1.3.6)
* PvP Elekk and Hawkstrider (1.3.7)
* Crushing Blows nerf (1.3.9)
* PvP LFG-system addition (1.3.5)
* AV changes (1.3.12)
* Arena season 3 (1.3.13)

Professions & Items


* Profession reviews (1.4.1)
* Legendary range weapon (1.4.4)
* Item-based enchants for Enchanting (1.4.5)

User Interface


* Built-in boss warnings (1.5.3)
* Built-in itemrack-like feature (1.5.3)
* Built-in threatmeter (15.3)

Lands, Reputation & Events


* More Ravenholdt (1.6.1)
* More Gnome lore (1.6.4)
* Dustwallow Marsh updates (1.6.3)
* More Azeroth places revamped (1.6.3)
* Easier levelling for L1-L60 and L60-70 (1.6.6)
* More daily quest (1.6.7)
* More Legion stuff (1.6.

Features


* Guild Bank (1.7.2)
* Guild Housing (1.7.1)
* Last name for character names (1.7.3)
* Mini-games (1.7.4)

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1.6.8Q Currently the Burning Legion lore has stopped. Will there be more Burning Legion lore content added?

1.6.8A Yes, more Burning Legion content will be added in an upcoming patch.
1.6.8S YouTube - Blizzcon 07 WoW Lore Panel (around 04:55)




1.7 Upcoming patches (Features)

1.7.1Q Is the Guild/Player housing feature still coming?

1.7.1A Guild/Player housing is still on the to-do-list, so yes.
1.7.1S WoW BlueTracker: How long can blizzard Ignore guild housing.
WoW BlueTracker: Whatever happened to Guild Houses?



1.7.2Q What about the Guild bank feature?

1.7.2A Guild banks were originally planned for TBC, but got pushed back. The Guild Bank will be a central place where people can withdraw items and even money from the Guild’s bank. People can also pay their repair-bill from the guild bank. Guild Masters will be able to set permissions to specific persons for the guild bank but it can also be done by guild-rank. The guild bank will be released in content patch 2.3.
1.7.2S WoW BlueTracker: Guild banks, lack of tools
http://wow-en.curse-gaming.com/devtr...details/24790/
http://wow-en.curse-gaming.com/devtr...details/25431/
World of Warcraft Europe Developer Tracker | Curse



1.7.3Q In the lore most characters have a last name. Will we ever see something like this?

1.7.3A Yes, this feature is still on the to-do-list.
1.7.3S WoW BlueTracker: Issues that Blizzard "Swept Under The Rug"



1.7.4Q Will we ever get mini-games in WoW?

1.7.4A Yes, although it’s still on the to-do-list.
1.7.4S WoW BlueTracker: 09/03 Drysc on mini-games




1.8 Upcoming patches (Misc)

1.8.1Q Will we see more translations of World of Warcraft; for example Greek WoW?

1.8.1A Currently there are no plans to add additional languages.
1.8.1S WoW BlueTracker:



1.8.2Q Can we expect 'classic' (pre-TBC) realms?

1.8.2A No, there are currently no plans to instate this.
1.8.2S Worldofraids forums :: Irc Chat Developer with Kalgan and Tigole




2. Fixed soon

Currently there are no announced fixes yet


3.1 Compiled patch list (Patch 2.3)
(The numbering behind an item means see Q&A x.x.x for more information)

Talents, Skills & Classes


* Hunters’ PvP Arena performance changes (1.2.4)

Dungeons, Battlegrounds & PvP


* Zul’Aman (1.3.1/1.3.2)
* Netherspite beam change (1.3.11)

Professions & Items


* Logical loot (1.4.2)
* New Heroic Badges items (1.4.3)

User Interface


* /stopcasting lag workaround (1.5.1)

Lands, Reputation & Events


* Cooking Daily Quest (1.6.7)



3.2 Compiled patch list (Patch 2.4)
(The numbering behind an item means see Q&A x.x.x for more information)

User Interface


* Better combat-log (1.5.2)



3.3 Compiled patch list (Future)
(The numbering behind an item means see Q&A x.x.x for more information)

General


* Death in mid-air fix (1.1.1)
* Level restriction lifted on Outland (1.6.3)
* Player suggested emotes (1.1.2)

Talents, Skills & Classes


* Hunters changes (1.2.4)
* Warrior changes (1.2.7)
* Druid changes (1.2.3)
* Paladin changes (1.2.1)
* Priest changes (1.2.2)
* Shaman changes (1.2.5)
* Rogue changes (1.2.6)
* Mage changes (1.2.

Dungeons, Battlegrounds & PvP


* A new 5-man instance (1.3.4)
* The Sunwell (1.3.2/1.3.3)
* Emerald Dream (1.3.
* Karazhan Lower Side (1.3.
* Grim Batol (1.3.
* Uldum (1.3.
* Arena PvP spectator (1.3.6)
* PvP Elekk and Hawkstrider (1.3.7)
* Crushing Blows nerf (1.3.9)
* PvP LFG-system addition (1.3.5)
* AV changes (1.3.12)
* Arena season 3 (1.3.13)

Professions & Items


* Profession reviews (1.4.1)
* Legendary range weapon (1.4.4)
* Item-based enchants for Enchanting (1.4.5)

User Interface


* Built-in boss warnings (1.5.3)
* Built-in itemrack-like feature (1.5.3)
* Built-in threatmeter (15.3)

Lands, Reputation & Events


* More Ravenholdt (1.6.1)
* More Gnome lore (1.6.4)
* Dustwallow Marsh updates (1.6.3)
* More Azeroth places revamped (1.6.3)
* Easier levelling for L1-L60 and L60-70 (1.6.6)
* More daily quest (1.6.7)
* More Legion stuff (1.6.

Features


* Guild Bank (1.7.2)
* Guild Housing (1.7.1)
* Last name for character names (1.7.3)
* Mini-games (1.7.4)

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4.1 Upcoming expansion (General)

4.1.1Q What is the name of the second expansion?

4.1.1A The name is “Wrath of the Lich King” (WLK or WOTLK).
4.1.1.S World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King



4.1.2Q What will the second expansion be about?

4.1.2A The second expansion (WLK) will be about the continuation of the Lich King’s war against Azeroth.
4.1.2S World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King



4.1.3Q Will I be forced to buy WLK?

4.1.3A No, people who own WoW (or WoW + TBC) will not be forced to buy WLK. However, if they wish to play WLK content then they will need to buy it.



4.1.4Q Do I require The Burning Crusade (TBC) to run WLK?

4.1.4A Yes, since WLK will be expanding the level limit, you need to be at least level 68 to participate in the WLK content.



4.1.5Q What is the current ESRB rating?

4.1.5A This is Unknown yet; however, Blizzard is aiming at “Teen (12+)”.
4.1.5S World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King



4.1.6Q What is the current estimate release date?

4.1.6A No release date is known yet.
4.1.6S World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King



4.1.7Q Will WLK introduce any new playable races or low level zones?

4.1.7A No, there are no plans to introduce any new zones or playable races.
4.1.7S WoW: Wrath of the Lich King Revealed news from 1UP.com




4.2 Upcoming expansion (Talents, Skills & Classes)

4.2.1Q Will the level limit be expanded?

4.2.1A Yes, the current level limit will be expanded to level 80.
4.2.1S World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King



4.2.2Q Can we expect new talents and skills?

4.2.2A Yes. The skill limit will be raised to 400 (450 for professions). We will get new talents (up to 51-point tier). Details about new talents and class skills are unknown yet.
4.2.2S WoW: Wrath of the Lich King Revealed news from 1UP.com
BlizzCon 07: Wrath of the Lich King demo'd - PC News at GameSpot



4.2.3Q Will we finally receive any new classes?

4.3.1A No. Instead we will get Hero classes.
4.2.3S World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King



4.2.4Q Hero classes?

4.2.4A Hero classes will be a sort of class that can be unlocked by achieving level 80 and doing various other things (details are unknown). So far we will get the “Death knight”.
4.2.4S World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King



4.2.5Q What details are known about the Death Knight?

4.2.5A A Death Knight (DK) is a plate-wearing tank/DPS hybrid. The DK will start around level 55-70 once you achieved some sort of Warlock-mount-like-quests. The DK will be unlocked and you can create a new character with as class DK. It will not replace/destroy your current character. Instead of using Mana/Energy/Rage/.. the Death Knight will be using “Runes”. Currently all races and classes can become a DK. A DK can tank with a 2-hander or dual-wield. The DK will be a mix between casting and melee. Just like any other class, the DK will also feature three talent trees. The DK will start of with gear and a mount. The DK will have its own itemisation as well as share the appropriate items. Current plans are that once completed the quest, it will unlock one hero slot. One hero slot will mean one DK. Further details are unknown.
4.2.5S World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King
WoW: Wrath of the Lich King Revealed news from 1UP.com
BlizzCon 07: Wrath of the Lich King demo'd - PC News at GameSpot
Wrath of the Lich King Panel Discussion Movies - Unofficial World of Warcraft Forums
[Updated] BlizzCon Day 2: Professions and Items session liveblog - WOW Insider
http://download.gamevideos.com/Podcasts/WOW/080907.mp3 (around 54:00)



4.2.6Q How exactly will the Rune Resource system work?

4.2.6A You have 3 different Runes; Blood, Frost & Unholy. You can put these Runes in to your sword/axe when out of combat. Certain abilities will use certain Runes. For example a spell using one frost Rune, then that Rune will be consumed and put on cooldown. You can put up to 6 Runes in to your bar. Of course the Runes can be affected by talents and attributes. Also certain spells re-activate certain Runes.
4.2.6S Wrath of the Lich King Panel Discussion Movies - Unofficial World of Warcraft Forums
Worldofraids forums :: BlizzCon Last Day



4.2.7Q Only one Hero class?

4.2.7A Yes. However, it’s possible more Hero classes will be added over time after the expansion has been launched.
4.2.7S World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King



4.2.8Q How long will it take me to get from level 70 to level 80?

4.2.8A You can expect it to be same as from level 60 to level 70 in TBC.
4.2.7S Wrath of the Lich King Panel Discussion Movies - Unofficial World of Warcraft Forums



4.2.9Q Know some spells and abilities coming in level 71-80?

4.2.9A Yes, here’s a list:
* Shamans: Chances of getting a Crowd Control talent
* Druids: Decurse and un-poison in tree form
4.2.9S Liveblogging the BlizzCon WoW Class Panel - WOW Insider



4.2.10Q Will spirit mechanics ever be improved so that mana-regen will work?

4.2.10A Spirit stats in general will be improved in WLK.
4.2.10S BlizzCon Day 2 Class Panel notes and Q&A - WOW Insider
[Updated] BlizzCon Day 2: Professions and Items session liveblog - WOW Insider
YouTube - World of Warcraft Professions & Items (around 49:00)



4.2.11Q Will Horde ever get fear-ward?

4.2.11A It has been said it’s being dealt with in WLK.
4.2.11S Raids & Dungeons Duscussion Panel Part 2 Movie - Unofficial World of Warcraft Forums

[Knomez]

4.3 Upcoming expansion (Dungeons)

4.3.1Q Will WLK introduce any new dungeons? And how many can we expect?

4.3.1A Yes, WLK will introduce many new dungeons. Currently we can expect one less max-level 5-person instance (when comparing to TBC). The following dungeons are currently known:
* Grizzlemaw (Furbolg dungeon)
* Naxxramas (see 4.3.6)
* New Caverns of Time instance
* Ulduar
* Uldum (it’s only a plan brought up by the lore guys, no solid details yet)
* Utgarde Keep (5 player level 70 dungeon, inhabited by the Vrykul)



4.3.2Q What is known about “Utgarde Keep”?

4.3.2A Utgarde Keep will be a 5 player level 70 dungeon inhabited by the Vrykul (15 foot tall Viking like race).
4.3.2S World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King



4.3.3Q What is known about “Grizzlemaw”?

4.3.3A Only known information so far is that it’s a Furbolg dungeon.
4.3.3S BlizzCon 07: Wrath of the Lich King demo'd - PC News at GameSpot



4.3.4Q What is known about the new “Caverns of Time”?

4.3.4A It has been said we will revisit COT. Further details are unknown.
4.3.4S BlizzCon 07: Wrath of the Lich King demo'd - PC News at GameSpot



4.3.5Q Which group limits will WLK use?

4.3.5A WLK will use the same group limits as TBC. 5, 10 and 25 people groups/raids.
4.3.5S BlizzCon 07: Second WOW expansion officially unveiled - PC News at GameSpot



4.3.6Q What about old dungeon content?

4.3.6A There are plans to introduce some old dungeons back. For example there are plans to make Naxxramas a sort of MC-like dungeon. The dungeon itself is a floating fortress so it can easily be moved to Northrend. Of course Naxxramas will be retuned to a 25 man dungeon along with level 80 content.
4.3.6S BlizzCon Dungeons and Raids Panel | News
Raids & Dungeons Discussion Panel Part 2 - The Unofficial WoW Gallery (around 17:40)
The MMO Gamer » BlizzCon: Interview With WoW Lead Designer Jeffrey “Tigole” Kaplan



4.3.7Q Can we expect a lot of Attunement/Keyed dungeons?

4.3.7A Yes. However, Blizzard is planning on introducing a way to make attunement/keys easier. A couple of ideas they had was that once you are attuned your whole account will be attuned. Also maybe a whole guild attunement. Nothing solid yet!
4.3.7S Raids & Dungeons Discussion Panel Part 1 Movie - Unofficial World of Warcraft Forums



4.3.8Q Will Arthas/Lich King be killable?

4.3.8A Since the lich king is an enemy, it’s possible. However, it is more likely we’ll kill Arthas himself, instead of the lich king.
4.3.8S YouTube - Blizzcon 07 WoW Lore Panel (around 30:25)




4.4 Upcoming expansion (Battlegrounds & PvP)

4.4.1Q Will we get new PvP Battlegrounds?

4.4.1A Yes, WLK will introduce a new 15 man (per side) PvP Battleground. One match in the new battleground will take around 30-45 minutes. Further details are still unknown though.
4.4.1S World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King
Wrath of the Lich King Demo panel: liveblogging from BlizzCon - WOW Insider



4.4.2Q Will Outdoor PvP content get more exciting this time?

4.4.2A Yes, some Outdoor PvP content will introduce the usage of “Siege Weapons” (Meat Wagons, Steam Tanks) and destructible buildings. The Siege Weapons will only be usable in that specific Outdoor PvP. Destroying buildings will give honour. There are even plans to introduce Siege weapons in PvE.
4.4.2S WoW: Wrath of the Lich King Revealed news from 1UP.com
BlizzCon 07: Wrath of the Lich King demo'd - PC News at GameSpot
BlizzCon Dungeons and Raids Panel | News



4.4.3Q What Outdoor PvP zones are known?

4.4.3A Currently we know about:
* Wintergrasp (will act as PvP even on a PvE server)
4.4.3S BlizzCon 07: Wrath of the Lich King demo'd - PC News at GameSpot



4.4.4Q What is known about “Wintergrasp”?

4.4.4A It will be a Outdoor PvP zone in central Northrend. It will flag you as PvP as soon as you enter the zone (even on PvE!). Siege weapons and destructible buildings will be used in that zone. It will have multiple objectives.
4.4.4S YouTube - Blizzcon 2007 - PVP Panel 4/7



4.4.5Q What about new Arena content?

4.4.5A A new Arena season, new Arena map as well as new Arena items are on their way.
4.4.5S BlizzCon 07: Wrath of the Lich King demo'd - PC News at GameSpot

[2dgreengiant]

bit long :P

[Dragon[Sky]]

bit long :P

Worth reading, nonetheless.
Nice post, Astra.

[Nub]

yes a bit long, but cool, and maybe some of those 'only pallys can become DK's!!'
will stfu finally (haven't seen any here, but plenty on WoW forums)

[John Krayton]

Friggin awesome stuff mate,

+Rep/Milk/Cookies 4 u!

[moonrabbit]

haha that is some good stuff.
and wtf is with the lack of 40 man raids?
are they phasing them out or something?
coz they only mention 5, 10 and 25 man

[Dragon[Sky]]

haha that is some good stuff.
and wtf is with the lack of 40 man raids?
are they phasing them out or something?
coz they only mention 5, 10 and 25 man

No, there won't be any 40 man raids.

I still miss BWL.

[moonrabbit]

exactly... haha and MC... when that was hard to clear.
good times good times.

[Notahax]

Please use the search button next time

I already posted this, and i'll keep updating once I find more info.

http://www.mmowned.com/forums/wow-ge...-king-faq.html

[Knomez]

Please use the search button next time

I already posted this, and i'll keep updating once I find more info.

http://www.mmowned.com/forums/wow-ge...-king-faq.html

sorry man did a search didnt see anything i didnt mean to double post