Patch 3.3 Preparation Part I

Posted by Warcraftecon | October 30, 2009 .

So now that we had some time for us to gather up patch 3.3 and PTR information, here is a compilation of econ related changes:

New Dungeon System

In the upcoming content patch there are many new additions and improvements. Perhaps one of the largest changes is the introduction of the new dungeon system. This new system will be available for all dungeons. A “Dungeons” button will replace the Looking For Group feature currently available in-game, and provides additional benefits to those who use it. (Source)

Join as a Group or Solo
Cross-Realm Instances/Grouping
Instance Teleporting
Smarter Group Matching
Daily Random Dungeons
Repeat Random Dungeons
Choose Multiple Dungeons
Vote Kick system
Lovin’ the PUG Bonuses
Looking For Raid
Need Before Greed Updated
Group Disenchanting

The main thing here is that the new dungeon changes will allow players to run the same one more than once through a “Random Dungeon Selection” feature. More badges, enchanting materials, and the usual changes that come with more players running instances. Expect prices to come down on various badges and materials. For more information on these changes, Blizzard’s official site has the news.

Emblems in 3.3

The Daily Random Heroic will award two Emblems of Frost upon completion (can be done once a day). The Daily Random normal dungeon will award two Emblems of Triumph upon completion (can be done once a day). If players continue to select “Random” via the Dungeon System when running Heroic dungeons after the Daily Random Heroic dungeon has been completed, they will receive two additional Emblems of Triumph for each random Heroic dungeon completed.

Emblems of Frost will drop in the 10- and 25-player Icecrown Citadel raid… and perhaps if another boss stumbles into the Vault he’ll drop them as well. (Source)

If you complete the Daily Random Heroic dungeon for the day to earn two Emblems of Frost in addition to the Emblems of Triumph which drop off of each Heroic boss, you can continue to select the “Random” option for Heroics in the Dungeon System. Doing so will award you with two Emblems of Triumph upon completion of each dungeon in addition to the Emblems of Triumph which drop off of each Heroic boss. (Source)

Northrend’s New Kalu’ak Fishing Derby

Coming in patch 3.3.0, the esteemed tuskarr of the Kalu’ak are proud to introduce to Northrend the Kalu’ak Fishing Derby, a test of fishing skill with a healthy dash of luck! Every Wednesday beginning at 8 PM players can try to catch the elusive Blacktip Shark. Elder Clearwater sits in Dalaran for one hour awaiting the return of the quickest, most experienced fisher to bring him the first catch of the night. This champion fisher will be rewarded in-kind for his or her fishing expertise. Those who aren’t able to return with the first catch will still receive just reward for getting the Blacktip Shark to Elder Clearwater before he takes his leave.

It is said that these sharks’ favorite meal are the bite-sized Pygmy Suckerfish. Perhaps a hook in their waters will do the trick. Because of the increased concentration of fish, you have an increased chance to catch a shark from fishing pools. Don’t forget, in patch 3.3.0 you never catch trash from fishing pools, regardless of skill.

The derby winner will receive a substantial chunk of experience (or money at maximum level) and gain 5000 reputation with the Kalu’ak. In addition, the champion will be given a choice between two unique rewards:

Dread Pirate Ring
Binds on Account
Unique-Equipped
Finger
+34 Stamina

Requires level 1 to 80 (80)
Equip: Improves critical strike rating by 53.

Equip: Improves hit rating by 29.

Equip: Experience gained from killing monsters and completing quests increased by 5%.

Boots of the Bay

Binds When Picked Up
Feet
Requires Fishing (200)
Equip: Increased Fishing +15.
Use: Whisks you away to the finest drinking establishment in Booty Bay. (1 Day Cooldown)

To keep it interesting, the Achievement “Master Angler of Stranglethorn” has been changed to “Master Angler of Azeroth.” This can be earned by winning either the Kalu’ak Fishing Derby or the Stranglethorn Fishing Extravaganza.

ElsAnglin.com has more information on this new fishing addition.

ilvl 264 Crafted Items

Current list of PTR crafted items which use [Primordial Saronite] which we assume drops in the new Icecrown Raid. [Primordial Saronite] is also the currency used to buy the new patterns as well.

Shadowmourne Legendary

Item – Shadowmourne Legendary – Your weapon swings have a chance to drain a Soul Fragment from their victims. When you have acquired 10 Soul Fragments you wil unleash the Souls of the Damned, dealing 6840 to 7560 shadow damage split between all enemies within 8 yards.
Soul Fragment – Gained a Soul Fragment. When 10 Soul Fragments are accumulated, they will release, triggering the Souls of the Damned.
Souls of the Damned – Deals 6840 to 7560 Shadow damage, split between all enemies within 8 yards of the impact crater.

Somewhere out there, there are players that will pay extraordinary amounts of gold for this item. We would like to hear about it if this person is you!

Head/Shoulders enchant Heirlooms

Head and Shoulders enchant are now Heirlooms and can be mailed to your other characters. (Source)

Inscription Techniques

Blizzard finally introduced Inscription patterns and you won’t have to run your Northrend Inscription Research for the 3094309th time. For the moment, the 3 new glyphs recipes are sold by the Inscription Supplies NPC in Dalaran. (Source)

Professions

Transmute: Titanium no longer has a cooldown
Enchant Gloves – Angler – Permanently enchant gloves to increase fishing skill by 5.
Master’s Inscription of the Crag now adds 70 spell power and 8 mana every 5 sec. (Up from 6 mana)

Mini-Pets

Hatchlings: Leaping, Darting, Razormaw, and Ravasaur Hatchlings no longer drop from their associated rare creatures. Instead, there are now rare nests that spawn which contain these hatchlings. For example, the Leaping Hatchling can now be found in Takk’s Nest rather than as a drop from Takk the Leaper.