World of Warcraft (WoW) players received an important update regarding character restoration. Blizzard Entertainment announced that character restoration services will be temporarily unavailable in preparation for the upcoming Warbands system in The War Within expansion. This update outlines what players need to know and how they can prepare.
Why is Character Restoration Being Disabled?
Preparing for Warbands
The character restoration service is being disabled temporarily to ensure a smooth transition to the new Warbands system, set to debut with The War Within. Warbands will integrate all characters on a player's Battle.net account, along with their items, collections, and progression. This extensive integration necessitates a temporary halt in character restorations.
Timeline and Impact
- Pre-Expansion Update: The restoration service will be unavailable during the pre-expansion content update.
- Duration: The service will remain offline for a few weeks post-update.
Player Advisory
Players wishing to restore previously deleted characters should do so before the pre-expansion update goes live. Any characters deleted during the pre-expansion period cannot be restored until the service resumes.
Understanding Warbands
What Are Warbands?
Warbands will unify all characters on a Battle.net account, allowing for shared progress and items across characters. This system builds on the existing account-wide features such as pets, mounts, transmogs, and heirlooms.
Key Features
- Warband-Wide Reputations: New reputations and Renown tracks will be shared across all characters in a Warband.
- Warband Bank: A new banking system to store and share items between characters.
- Item Appearances: Collect item appearances with any character in the Warband, regardless of their ability to equip the gear.
How to Restore Characters
Steps for Restoration
Before the pre-expansion update:
- Log In: Access your WoW account.
- Select Character: On the character selection screen, click the "Restore Character" button.
- Follow Prompts: Complete the restoration process as guided.
Post-Update Restoration
After the pre-expansion update, the restoration service will resume, allowing players to restore characters deleted during the service downtime.
FAQs
Why is character restoration being disabled? The service is being disabled to prepare for the Warbands system in The War Within expansion.
When will the service be unavailable? The service will be unavailable during the pre-expansion content update and for a few weeks post-update.
What should I do if I need to restore a character? Restore any previously deleted characters before the pre-expansion update goes live.
What are Warbands? Warbands are a new system that will unify all characters on a Battle.net account, sharing items, progress, and more.
How can I learn more about Warbands? Visit Blizzard’s official overview of Warbands for detailed information.
Will I be able to restore characters deleted during the service downtime? No, characters deleted during the pre-expansion period cannot be restored until the service resumes.
Conclusion
The temporary unavailability of character restoration in WoW is a necessary step to introduce the new Warbands system. Players should take immediate action to restore any needed characters before the pre-expansion update. With Warbands promising to enhance account-wide features and item sharing, this transition marks an exciting evolution in the WoW experience. Stay prepared and informed as you navigate these changes!
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