Entries from July 2007

Dash for Raptors? Yes!

Mania is reporting that Patch 2.2.0 will include Dash for raptors. Currently, (Patch 2.1.3) raptors have the highest pet DPS in the game (along with cats and ravagers), but lack the Dash ability. Without Dash, most hunters aren't willing to use a raptor despite their obvious sex appeal. While doing a little research, I came [...]

Categories: Pets

Ultimate UI: The Trial

A UI thread had me thinking about trying a new user interface. I've been using a very basic hodgepodge of modules for the last year and half. I've decided to give Ultimate UI a try. I followed Nathon's instructions to try out "his" UI. The main problem I ran into was that his setup is [...]

Categories: General

Level 20 - Cheetah Fast

Generally speaking, World of Warcraft is pretty miserable before level 40. Without a mount, the endless running is pretty mind-numbing. That's why becoming level 20 is such a relief for young hunters: Aspect of the Cheetah. Don't be fooled, Aspect of the Cheetah is not a game breaker, but it is a 30% speed increase. [...]

Categories: General

Kadrak - Hazing Freshmen?

I'm not sure if there is some sort of Horde legislation about hazing, but someone needs to talk to Thrall about Kadrak and his quest, The Warsong Reports. If you aren't familiar with The Warsong Reports, let me give a short rundown. This quest starts at the extreme north end of The Barrens at The [...]

Categories: Humor

Mania's Patch 2.1.3 Follow-up: Known Issues

Mania has compiled a list of hunter specific issues with the current World of Warcraft patch 2.1.3. Each item varies in severity, and they are all good, but my favorite is "Ahab Wheathoof is appearing when Track Beasts is enabled." Personally, this seems appropriate to me. After all, he is a cow. That being said, [...]

Categories: Patches