Updates from @WarcraftDevs - Legion Alpha

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#1 - Feb. 18, 2016, 12:31 a.m.
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This thread is an archive of @WarcraftDevs tweets regarding the World of Warcraft: Legion Alpha Test.

For tweets regarding World of Warcraft Patch 6.2.3, please click here.

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@WarcraftDevs is an official World of Warcraft Twitter account offering design insight and information directly from the World of Warcraft Development Team.
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#2 - Feb. 18, 2016, 12:34 a.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/700090177293713408

Will the dungeon journal be updated to include classic, tbc and wotlk raids?

We are updating the Dungeon Journal to add item information for transmog hunters; ability write-ups will come later.
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#3 - Feb. 18, 2016, 12:34 a.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/700095026450141184

So, whats going on with hunter pets post-raid buff removal, are they just a cosmetic choice now? what about exotics?

Pets that you tame are primarily a cosmetic and story choice for you. Exotics tend to have an extra utility ability.
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#4 - Feb. 18, 2016, 12:35 a.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/700095334987333632

Are Warlock Grim'o'Supremacy demons going away completely or will we still be able to use them somehow? I love them a lot :(

Supremacy demons will return soon as glyphs on their respective Summon spells.
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#5 - Feb. 18, 2016, 12:36 a.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/700096225375170562

What purpose would there be removing Holy Power gain from casting Judgement? Really what would there be? It's silly.

Abilities feel more rewarding when they are distinct and less broad. Jack of all Trade abilities tend to end up feeling bland.
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#6 - Feb. 18, 2016, 12:37 a.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/700096709855047680

I dunno. I’m not a tank, so I don’t bear, but my gut tells me the nerf to bear AoE is objectively bad.

We posted about this topic in the alpha forums, and got some great feedback. We’ll continue to iterate, thanks!
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#7 - Feb. 23, 2016, 8:19 p.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/701933485418610689

Curious on the state of Titanstike's Hati, is there any plans to use an updated wolf model? Or will it be baseline "Skoll"?

Still some changes to come here, but no exact details to share just yet!
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#8 - Feb. 26, 2016, 6:51 p.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/703291253794865152

The Ring of the Kiring Tor as Jaina's Locket will keep teleporting the player to the "old" Dalaran?

Any teleport items that took you to Northrend's Dalaran will still take you to Northrend's Dalaran.
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#9 - Feb. 26, 2016, 6:53 p.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/703291639297499136

Unlocking the look of a Tier piece in the wardrobe unlocks that look for other classes if there is a lookalike option? Or would I need to obtain the lookalike option in order to other classes to be able to use given look?

Lookalike unlocks are not automatic; you're still transmogging to an item, and must be able to meet its equip requirements.
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#10 - Feb. 26, 2016, 7:03 p.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/703294308518985728

Since the special boost gear sets doen't have a class requirements, will they be unlocked account wide in Legion's transmog?

Items like Character Boost or Salvage Yard gear intended for a specific class or race will have requirements added.
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#11 - March 8, 2016, 3:44 a.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/705169525629591553

Man, I really hope the next build brings Shadow Bolt back to level 1.

This is a side-effect of our adjustments to the levels that abilities are learned. This will get fixed!
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#12 - March 8, 2016, 3:44 a.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/705186039531311104

I am worried about which artifact to pick since I'm main healer but also DPS (druid). When can we pick the second artifact?

You’ll be able to obtain your second artifact fairly early into your level-up experience.
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#13 - March 8, 2016, 3:45 a.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/705190332879630337

will T18 set bonuses be adjusted once the Legion prepatch drops? Several modify talents that won't exist or will have moved

Yes. The set bonuses for Tier 18 will be adjusted.
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#14 - March 8, 2016, 3:45 a.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/705194818146676736

Any idea if the rest of the warlock pets that werent updated in 6.2 will be getting new models in Legion? We need new succubi!

New Succubi should be in the new alpha build. They can’t wait for you to check them out!
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#15 - March 8, 2016, 3:46 a.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/705225190112784384

Hello! can you tell me if druids' glyphs of Travel and Chamaleon will be avaliable in Legion in some way?

Chameleon will be returning. Glyph of Travel is not currently planned to return, since glyphs are now cosmetic.
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#16 - March 8, 2016, 3:47 a.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/705482012723818496

I need 750 Honor for the next levels. Will this stay till 50? So you would need 35-40k Honor. Sounds ok to me.

The amount of honor per level increases every 10 levels. At the moment, going from 1-50 takes 50,000 honor. Leveling through the honor system is a point of emphasis for us right now, so we are open to feedback!
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#17 - March 8, 2016, 3:47 a.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/705939543669633026

Do I get this right, if Halo damages monsters, only the damage on 1 monster will trigger atonement?

Correct.
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#18 - March 8, 2016, 3:48 a.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/705945001327357952

Powershift Macro doesn't work. "/cast !Cat Form" does nothing. On Live I can shift out and shift in back instantly.

We've added a cooldown on reentering a shapeshift form you just left. It's not a GCD, though, so you're free to take any other action.
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#19 - March 8, 2016, 3:48 a.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/705946119293923336

What is the intended design/use case for Soulgorge for Blood DKs? To more quickly stack Bone Shield w/ rune regen?

It adds an option for potentially more complex gameplay, and a more fast-based rotation.
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#20 - March 8, 2016, 3:51 a.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/705947531750998017

Are Artifact Talent Trees and PVP TalentsTtrees going to be fully complete in rated PVP content?

All Artifact talents will work in PvP. You will not be given them for free.
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#21 - March 8, 2016, 3:51 a.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/705947656359555072

While holding the flag Paladin can't use Divine Steed! Why?

We will look into this.
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#22 - March 8, 2016, 3:52 a.m.
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https://twitter.com/teclcly/status/705724459240525824

Can artifacts be "mastered" in solo play, or will we have to do LFR/PVP/Grouping

You can unlock all traits through purely solo content, though it may take longer to do it that way. There is an important artifact upgrade quest line that may require some LFG/LFR content to complete.
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#23 - March 8, 2016, 3:52 a.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/705953045834674177

Is the health and damage supposed to be so high? I really hope it'll get squished down to a reasonable amount.

Tuning is still ongoing, but the overall increase to health pools is intentional.
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#24 - March 8, 2016, 3:52 a.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/706976249206296576

Please do not restrict T3 looks, that would be extremely unfair given how hard they are to obtain on even one char.

Tier 3 pieces obtained via the BMAH will have their appearances unlocked account-wide within current transmogrification restrictions. The Frostfire Regalia set can be transmogged on a Warlock, for example.
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#25 - March 8, 2016, 3:53 a.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/707005012015063041

Please do not force LFR on players. At least let them do Normal Raiding in place of LFR.

You can do it in other difficulties, LFR/LFG is just an option for players without premade groups.
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#26 - March 23, 2016, 2:34 a.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/712467251211862016

what will happen to the Pet menagerie in Legion? Will it still reward that many pet charms as it is now?

The pet charm rewards from Warlords content will be significantly reduced, but not eliminated completely.
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#27 - March 23, 2016, 2:37 a.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/712468090999549952

Why are you making vendors sell the new class tomes? Tomes are an ideal item for Inscription and would fill the glyph void.

Scribes craft Vantus runes, Darkmoon cards, scrolls, relics, toys, consumable glyphs, etc. Void should be filled.
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#28 - March 24, 2016, 9:29 p.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/713082407700664322

Will rated arenas and rated battlegrounds reward honor in Legion? (count towards the new honor system)

Yes, rated arenas and battlegrounds in #Legion will award honor - a bit more than their unrated counterparts.
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#29 - March 28, 2016, 7:41 p.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/713082407700664322

Will rated arenas and rated battlegrounds reward honor in Legion? (count towards the new honor system)

Honor Points contribute to your Honor Level. Each level will unlock more Honor Talents, etc. http://blizz.ly/LegionPvP
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#30 - March 28, 2016, 7:42 p.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/713432520117780480

Will the warlock talent Grim of Synergy work with all Demonology pets or just the summoned/main pet? Would love the former

Only the warlock's primary demon.
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#31 - March 28, 2016, 7:42 p.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/713432705677926400

Will demolocks be losing demonic leap and the glyph of falling meteor in Legion? It's a nice utility; sad to see it go, if so.

As Warlocks are losing Metamorphosis, these are both gone as well.
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#32 - March 28, 2016, 7:43 p.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/713434313207906304

What's the point of Soul Siphon? It is just a refund on the 2 shards you got from the 2(or more) shards you spent on UA rq'mt

It provides more Soul Shards when dealing spread pressure.
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#33 - March 28, 2016, 7:43 p.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/713448674840473603

New/half/full moon are not affected by owlkin frenzy, it's a bug?

This is a bug that will be fixed.
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#34 - March 28, 2016, 7:44 p.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/713449545808515072

Are enchant illusions staying for Legion and will we get more options, like the black aura seen on the Fist of Reckoning?

Enchant Illusions will be staying around for Legion!
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#35 - March 31, 2016, 6:52 p.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/715612397633871872

Are we going to able to choose our Doomhammer offhand skin separately?

The appearance you choose for the main-hand will automatically select the complementary off-hand appearance.
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#36 - April 5, 2016, 6:03 p.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/717147922635198464

Fury of the Eagle is consuming all my stacks of Mongoose Bite when I use it, it's a bug or intended?

This is a bug - Fury of the Eagle should not be consuming your stacks of Mongoose Bite. Thanks for the heads up!
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#37 - April 5, 2016, 6:04 p.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/717166666061185024

By chance is there any way we can get a list of what professions are in Legion Alpha and how much of them are testable?

All professions are testable, but there's still polishing to be done. Let us know if you encounter any issues!
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#38 - April 15, 2016, 12:38 a.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/720686270049943552

Arcane Torrent being on the GCD is a bug, and will be fixed in the next Alpha update.
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#39 - April 15, 2016, 12:38 a.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/720760181122928640

Why is the Black market in Dalaran? the whole point of BMAH is its supposed to be in a dangerous unsafe area? now zero threat.

Oh, but the Dalaran Underbelly is a hive of scum and villainy.
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#41 - April 15, 2016, 12:39 a.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/720763957858861056

Is it intentional that Artifact Relics cannot be removed from the Artifact once they've been placed?

Yes. Relics will be replaced primarily on the basis of item level; they’re not meant to be Glyphs 2.0.
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#42 - April 15, 2016, 12:39 a.m.
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https://twitter.com/grafarion/status/720271021710794754

Can you please clarify how rage from damage taken is calculated for protection warriors

RageGained = 50 * DamageTaken / MaxHealth.
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#43 - April 21, 2016, 1:31 a.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/720760181122928640

Why is the Black market in Dalaran? the whole point of BMAH is its supposed to be in a dangerous unsafe area? now zero threat.

Oh, but the Dalaran Underbelly is a hive of scum and villainy.
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#44 - April 21, 2016, 1:38 a.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/720763957858861056

Is it intentional that Artifact Relics cannot be removed from the Artifact once they've been placed?

Yes. Relics will be replaced primarily on the basis of item level; they’re not meant to be Glyphs 2.0.
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#45 - April 21, 2016, 1:41 a.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/721031512083202048

just saw he salvage crate nerf on MMO-C, will that take effect on prepatch, or will we be able to keep our boxes for wardrobe?

In 7.0, Salvage Yard will give a new crate. Pre-existing unopened crates will not be affected. We’re not THAT cruel. To clarify, changes like this are being made so that you don't feel obligated to run Draenor missions in Legion.
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#46 - April 21, 2016, 1:41 a.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/721176272408162304

In other words, start stockpiling those crates if you want the transmorgs they give?

The Salvage Yard transmog gear will still be available in Legion.
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#47 - April 21, 2016, 1:42 a.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/722229931069943808

mythic + dungeons will the be available at launch or delayed like raids?

Current thinking: Mythic dungeons available right away; scaling keystone system unlocks alongside raiding.
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#48 - April 21, 2016, 1:42 a.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/722911145451859970

Will Mythic Dungeons and the scaling have matchmaking or must you put groups together yourself?

Just as on live today, players must form groups for Legion Mythics. The Premade Group Finder is great for this.
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#49 - April 21, 2016, 1:43 a.m.
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https://twitter.com/WarcraftDevs/status/722960783521406976

I've noticed that DK Class Hall hasn't been updated asset-wise to reflect same quality of other Halls. Any plans?

We’re not giving it a complete overhaul, but are working to spruce it up a bit where we can.