GPT World of Warcraft: Comprehensive Update on Hotfixes Across All Expansions

World of Warcraft continues to evolve, and as part of this ongoing transformation, Blizzard has implemented a series of hotfixes that address various issues across its expansions including Dragonflight, Wrath of the Lich King Classic, Burning Crusade Classic, Season of Discovery, and WoW Classic. These adjustments aim to enhance player experience and game balance, some of which are effective immediately, while others may require scheduled realm restarts. Below, you'll find a detailed list of these changes, updated as new fixes are applied.

HOTFIXES as of May 7, 2024

Classes

Demon Hunter

• Vengeance
  • Sigil of Silence duration now 4 seconds (previously 5 seconds).
  • Sigil of Silence cooldown increased to 90 seconds (previously 60 seconds).
  • Cycle of Binding reduces Sigil cooldowns by 2 seconds per trigger (previously 3 seconds).
  • Soul Cleave damage reduced by 8%.

Druid

• Balance
  • Season 4 (2) Set Bonus now increases damage of next Wrath or Starfire by 50% (previously 30%).
  • Season 4 (2) Set Bonus also reduces the Astral Power cost of next Starsurge or Starfall by 30 (previously 15) and increases damage by 60% (previously 40%).

Monk

• Brewmaster
  • Keg Smash and Spinning Crane Kick damage reduced by 10%.
  • Summon White Tiger Statue damage reduced by 30%.
  • Stagger effectiveness against magical attacks increased to 55% (previously 45%).
  • Healing Sphere healing increased by 10%.

Rogue

• Assassination
  • Ability and auto-attack damage increased by 6% (does not affect PvP combat).
  • Fixed an issue causing Season 3/4 bonus to do less damage than intended.

Warlock

• Affliction
  • Doom Blossom, Vile Taint, Soul Flame, and Soul Rot damage increased by 10%, 25%, 20%, and 5%, respectively.
• Destruction
  • Chaos Bolt, Conflagrate, and Incinerate damage increased by 3%, 5%, and 5%, respectively.

Warrior

• Fury
  • All ability damage increased by 3%.
  • Season 4 Set Bonus (2) & (4): Rampage damage and critical strike chance, and Bloodthirst bonus damage per stack enhanced.
• Protection
  • All ability damage increased by 5%, Devastator damage by 30%, and Ignore Pain healing by 6%.
  • Various adjustments to talent efficiency and flexibility.

Items

• Tome of Unstable Power
  • AOE target cap set to 8.

Player vs. Player (PvP) Adjustments

• Detailed PvP adjustments include significant damage changes for classes like Death Knight, Druid, Evoker, Hunter, Monk, Paladin, Priest, Rogue, Shaman, Warlock, and Warrior, reflecting a strategic rebalancing specifically for PvP combat scenarios.

Cataclysm Classic

• Legendary appearances now eligible for Transmogrification collection.
• Several gameplay fixes improving interaction with quest items and NPCs.
• Class-specific adjustments to ensure abilities function as intended.

General Player vs. Player Fixes

• Resilience mitigation bug fixed.
• Corrected thresholds for crowd control effect disruptions due to damage.

This comprehensive list of hotfixes indicates Blizzard's commitment to maintaining a balanced and enjoyable gaming experience across all versions of World of Warcraft. Players are encouraged to stay informed on the latest updates as Blizzard continues to refine and enhance the World of Warcraft universe.