Gearing Guide for Early Min-Maxers in 11.2

Summary

In this video, Ratnos provides expert advice for players looking to optimize their character's power in the early weeks of patch 11.2. The focus is on gearing for Mythic Plus and progression raiding, with tips on efficiently using crests, upgrading items, and crafting decisions. Key strategies include prioritizing upgrades based on item value, optimizing the use of gilded and rune crests, and avoiding certain crafted gear slots like boots and cloaks. Ratnos also discusses crafting with sparks, when to use specific crests, and how to make the most of available resources for power spikes. Ideal for players aiming to maximize their early tier performance.

Takeaways

• 😀 There is a breakpoint in Mythic track upgrades, where upgrading from Myth 2 to Myth 3 gives better value compared to upgrading directly to Myth 6.
• 😀 Use Raidbots' SimCcraft tool to optimize gear upgrades based on your available resources and plan for the week.
• 😀 Avoid crafting into certain slots, such as boots, cloak, or tier slots, as other in-game items are more beneficial in these early weeks.
• 😀 For high-efficiency upgrades, consider crafting a two-handed weapon using sparks to maximize your gilded crest usage.
• 😀 If you're a caster, be cautious about crafting weapons since you might acquire a powerful weapon like the Void Glass Spire from raids.
• 😀 Save your gilded crests for high-priority gear slots like weapons, chest pieces, and other high-stat items.
• 😀 Use rune crests only for upgrading items from Hero 3 to Hero 4, as this is the most efficient use of resources.
• 😀 Carved crests are relatively free to use for short-term upgrades, so don't hesitate to use them on lower-priority slots like bracers or gloves early on.
• 😀 Don't use gilded crests to upgrade hero track items if you’re likely to replace them with mythic items soon, as it can be inefficient.
• 😀 Champion track and Hero track loot are often functionally identical for high-end players, so consider farming plus twos instead of plus tens for quicker loot upgrades.
• 😀 Tier pieces from normal or heroic raid drops are often equivalent, so focus on efficiently using resources without spending gilded crests unnecessarily.

Q & A

What is the main focus of the video?

The video primarily focuses on gearing up efficiently in the first few weeks of 11.2, specifically for players aiming to optimize their character's power level for Mythic Plus or Mythic raid progression.

Who is the target audience for this video?

The target audience is players interested in pushing Mythic Plus or Mythic progression raiding, especially those who expect to earn Mythic Track gear through Mythic Plus or raid within the first few weeks.

What is the significance of upgrading items from Myth 2 to Myth 3?

Upgrading from Myth 2 to Myth 3 offers a 33% higher item level boost compared to other upgrades. It is considered a more efficient way to distribute upgrades, especially when upgrading multiple items simultaneously.

What tool does the video recommend for simulating gear upgrades?

The video recommends using RaidBots, specifically the SimCcraft add-on, to simulate gear upgrades. This helps players determine the most efficient use of their currencies and resources for item upgrades.

Why should players avoid crafting boots in this tier?

Players should avoid crafting boots because powerful boots with an equip effect, triggered by the Rushy Wraps, drop from raid bosses. These boots are stronger than crafted ones, especially on Mythic difficulty.

What is the recommended strategy for using Spark in crafting?

The best strategy is to save your Sparks to craft a two-handed weapon on the 19th, as it requires fewer gilded crests, maximizing resource efficiency. However, players need to balance the timing with their desire for high item level embellishments.

When should players use Runed Crests for upgrading?

Runed Crests should only be used to upgrade items from Hero 3 to Hero 4 (or Champion 7 to Champion 8). This is because upgrading before this stage with Runed Crests is inefficient, as players can earn these items from Mythic Plus runs.

How should players approach the use of Carved Crests?

Carved Crests are considered a free resource for upgrading items, especially if players can farm lower difficulty keys like +7 or +6. They can be used on any short-term upgrades without significant loss, as long as the items are outgrown soon.

What is the key advice for using Gilded Crests?

Gilded Crests should be used cautiously and only for high-value upgrades, such as weapons or chest pieces. Players should avoid using Gilded Crests for Hero 4 to Hero 5 upgrades, as they may waste resources when later replaced by Mythic gear.

Why is it important for players to consider the similarities between Champion 8 and Hero 4 loot?

Champion 8 and Hero 4 loot are functionally identical for high-end players. This allows players to farm lower-level Mythic Plus dungeons for items, as the upgrades to Champion 8 are equivalent to Hero 4, maximizing efficiency in resource usage.