Changes are coming to World of Warcraft. They want to change the loot system for mixed groups and also increase the availability of garrison resources.
As Blizzard reports, many players are not satisfied with the “Personal Loot” system in 5-man instances that was introduced with Warlords of Draenor. They tried the new system, but players complain that it doesn’t feel good and is unsatisfactory.
Currently, loot is rolled separately for each player after a boss is defeated in an instance. There are times when you might run through an instance in World of Warcraft and not see a single item. In the past, it was the case that you might not need an item from a run, but at least you could see them. Apparently, psychologically players prefer to be able to pull a visible “loser” rather than feel like nothing drops at all.
Due to player complaints against the system, they are returning to the old “Need for Greed” method. An item will soon drop from the boss that everyone can see and roll for. Players who sign up in a full five-man group for an instance can also stick to the old system.
And what many will surely appreciate: For the first heroic instance completed in a day, you will receive 50 garrison resources as soon as the change is active.
The garrison resources are important for further expanding the new player garrison, and you also need them to send followers on missions. Over time, the garrison automatically regenerates some resources, and players can also obtain them through the lumber mill. However, for those actively playing World of Warcraft, sending followers out and building diligently, they can quickly become scarce. Once you have consumed the initial resource boost from quests, rare mobs, and treasures, the stream from natural regeneration, mission rewards, and the lumber mill trickles down. Therefore, 50 a day can make a significant difference.
When the changes will become active is still unknown. They are still in the testing stage. But likely soon.
Update: Both systems are now active.
