Listen "Defensives, Meta, and MMR: Unpacking WoW PvP's Challenges"
Episode Synopsis
Praises or critics can be send here! Also if there's anything you wish to hear about please send your requests here!The PvP scene in World of Warcraft deserves more attention, particularly regarding its current state and potential improvements that could increase player participation.• DPS players dying without using defensive cooldowns frustrates healers, but penalizing them isn't the solution• Current "burst meta" makes PvP exciting but can be daunting for newcomers• Rather than nerfing strong classes, underperforming specs should be buffed to create better balance• Low-rated players should focus on using all defensive cooldowns appropriately and maintaining a relaxed mindset• The 18-year-old MMR system needs a complete overhaul similar to Overwatch's 0-5000 rating approach• Strategic placement of rewards at various rating thresholds would encourage consistent participation• Resto Shaman tips: maintain constant Healing Stream Totem uptime and effective use of Earth Living WeaponCheck out our Etsy shop with new items being added weekly, and follow our socials for constant updates.Hope you all enjoy and hope you relate to any of these stories. And I will speak to you all in the next episode!Want some 3D printed Merch, find it here!https://pigandwhistletales.etsy.comSupport the show here:https://www.buzzsprout.com/1196870/supportpatreon.com/Pigandwhistlehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/PigandWhistleSocials :Twitch : https://www.twitch.tv/pigandwhistletalesYoutube : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAOi6rHO3x90lOmmb82Jv1wWebsite : https://www.pigandwhistletales.com/Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/pigandwhistletales/Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/PigAndWhistleTalesTry out Buzzsprout yourself! https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1154066Listen to the podcast on other platforms:https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/pig-whistle-tales-from-azeroth-gabriel-nsa902LrQVw/https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/pig-whistle-tales-from-azeroth-1315927https://open.spotify.com/show/5ZTkLtQvRSm4PStUfZquWkhttps://podcastaddict.com/podcast/3032607The Music at the start is from Tony Catch they do many amazing cover songs for games you can find the link here:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHiF0dAkbpPMtQSwvAxcapQThe Gaming BlenderWe mash genres. We pitch games. You question our sanity.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showSupport the show here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1196870/support patreon.com/Pigandwhistle https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PigandWhistle
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