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WoW: Hunter Guide Update

Shayalyn — Tue, 20 May 2008 01:20:41 -0400

Hunting the Hunter Guide

With several changes affecting the Hunter class with the latest patch, it was time for an update. In this update Byron "Messiah" Mudry looks at scare beast, PvP combat, Hunter skills and talents and much more. No matter what type of Hunter you play the guide has something for you.

Lastly, you can only shoot at opponents in front of you, so you need to learn the jump shot ability. A jump shot is usually done with an arcane shot, and is basically a fast mouse flick and key press. What you do is run from the enemy (using mouse movement) and then jump in the air. While in the air you flick the mouse to the side so that you are facing backwards, then press the button on your keyboard you have mapped for your arcane shot. Once you shot you flick the mouse back so you are still running away from your opponent when you land. It can be difficult to learn but is a critical PvP ability. Whenever concussive shot is off cooldown, it is also a great shot to use for a jump shot.

WoW: Hunter Guide Update

Hunter Guide Update

Messiah — Mon, 19 May 2008 13:59:48 -0400

Hunter Changes

With several changes affecting the Hunter class with the latest patch, it was time for an update. In this update Byron "Messiah" Mudry looks at scare beast, PvP combat, Hunter skills and talents and much more. No matter what type of Hunter you play the guide has something for you.

Lastly, you can only shoot at opponents in front of you, so you need to learn the jump shot ability. A jump shot is usually done with an arcane shot, and is basically a fast mouse flick and key press. What you do is run from the enemy (using mouse movement) and then jump in the air. While in the air you flick the mouse to the side so that you are facing backwards, then press the button on your keyboard you have mapped for your arcane shot. Once you shot you flick the mouse back so you are still running away from your opponent when you land. It can be difficult to learn but is a critical PvP ability. Whenever concussive shot is off cooldown, it is also a great shot to use for a jump shot.

You can find all the details in our Hunter Guide Update and have your say on the class in our forums.

WoW: Editorial - Death Knight Takeover?

Shayalyn — Sun, 18 May 2008 22:03:29 -0400

Invasion of the Death Knights

There has been much conversation and consternation regarding World of Warcraft's Death Knights since Blizzard released additional information about the upcoming class. There are several things players are worried about but the big three are: Death Knights taking over tanking; Death Knights taking over PvP; and a mass proliferation of Death Knights in the game.

In this week's editorial Byron "Messiah" Mudry gives you a run down of these three main issues, and then provides his take on them and the Death Knight class in general.

The last of the big discussion points about the Death Knights is that there will just be too many of them. This is based on the fact that Blizzard has said that anyone with a level 55 character will be able to create a Death Knight that will start at level 55. It is very hard to argue with the logic that there will be too many of them. This is a huge issue as I can easily see Death Knights becoming the most numerous class in the game above level 70.

WoW: Editorial - Death Knight Takeover?

Editorial - Death Knight Takeover?

Messiah — Sun, 18 May 2008 13:09:22 -0400

Will Death Knights Rule the Land?

There has been much conversation and consternation regarding Death Knights over the last little while since additional information was released. There are several things players are worried about but the big three are: Death Knights taking over tanking, Death Knights taking over PvP, and a mass proliferation of Death Knights in the game.

In this weeks editorial Byron "Messiah" Mudry gives you a run down of these three main issues that people are up in arms about, and then provides his take on them and the Death Knight class in general.

The last of the big discussion points about the Death Knights is that there will just be too many of them. This is based on the fact that Blizzard has said that anyone with a level 55 character will be able to create a Death Knight that will start at level 55. It is very hard to argue with the logic that there will be too many of them. This is a huge issue as I can easily see Death Knights becoming the most numerous class in the game above level 70.

You can read all about it in the Editorial - Death Knight Takeover? and then have your say in the forums here.

WoW: What's Changed in Patch 2.4.2

Shayalyn — Sun, 18 May 2008 11:37:21 -0400

Don't Let the Patch Catch You By Surprise

Patch 2.4.2 has been released and there is a ton of changes in the latest maintenance patch to World of Warcraft. Bugs were fixed, things were added, and some things were removed. We've also got the updates that affect you and explained the most important ones in laymen terms all in one place. We've also got the scoop on some of the undocumented changes you won't find in the latest patch notes. So don't let the patch catch you by surprise! Join us as we explore what's been changed with the introduction of patch 2.4.2.

When a new patch arrives most people want to know what's changed that isn't listed. Well 2.4.2 had quite a few undocumented changes that were just too small to make the list. One of the bigger changes that wasn't listed was that there are new versions of the Medallion of the Alliance/Horde. The new versions are not only epic but includes 25 more resilience.

What's Changed in Patch 2.4.2

Distinctions in World of Warcraft - Guide to Titles

Shayalyn — Sun, 18 May 2008 11:34:05 -0400

Titles of Distinction

Titles are status symbols within World of Warcraft. Whether it be a PvP milestone or a PvE objective or accomplishment, titles help distinguish those few dedicated players from the rest, showing others that that person had the patience, discipline, luck, or rank to obtain said title. With this guide, we'll go over which titles were available in the past, which titles are available to you now, and how you may go about obtaining them.

Of the Shattered Sun - The most accessible title for non-pvpers, this title only requires you to be Exalted with the Shattered Sun Offensive, and paying 1000 gold to complete the quest A Magnanimous Benefactor. Once you pay the 1000 gold, you will be able to select your "Of the Shattered Sun" title.

Distinctions in World of Warcraft - Guide to Titles

WoW Patch 2.4.2. Available for Download

Shayalyn — Thu, 15 May 2008 18:33:33 -0400

Patch it Up!

Patch 2.4.2 is now available for downloading here at Ten Ton Hammer. We've got not only the patch but the latest patch notes as well available for you to peruse and see what's changed with the game. So hurry up and download the latest patch with no queues, gold selling ads, pop-ups, or anything else that's between you and getting back into the game!

WoW Patch 2.4.2. Available for Download

WoW: Remembering Northrend

Shayalyn — Thu, 15 May 2008 01:47:19 -0400

Sit Right Back and You'll Hear a Tale...

In World of Warcraft, the continent of Northrend has been associated with great tragedy, and great conflict in the past. With the Wrath of the Lich King expansion looming closer, along with our ability to visit this land many speak of but no one has actually been in, it is important to know the story about the conflicts that have happened in this icy continent in the past.

The troops continued pressing on near Draktharon Keep, where they met Mal'ganis once more - he came to taunt their foolishness for coming to Northrend, and surrounded their base with undead troops before they could do much of anything in their camp. In despair, Muradin and Arthas took to the mountains with a small detachment of troops to find the fabled sword, Frostmourne, that could possibly aid them in defeating Mal'ganis.

WoW: Remembering Northrend

WoW: Eye of the Storm Tactics

Shayalyn — Thu, 15 May 2008 01:45:14 -0400

Battle in the Eye of the Storm

The Eye of the Storm battleground is a fun and exciting place to fight it out in the World of Warcraft. It is a very confusing battleground though, as it combines two different objectives. It's partially a capture-the-flag game and partially a capture-the-objectives game. Most players know how to deal with each one separately, however, tie them together and players lose track of what is most important. So while you may know the basic rules and understand the idea of how it works, the tactics and strategies to actually win may elude you. That's where Byron "Messiah" Mudry steps up the the plate this week, with a new section for our Eye of the Storm guide that looks at the basic strategies and tactics that will allow you to win in this unique battleground.

The basic method to win is to get and hold three towers for as long as possible. If you can hold three then you are gaining more points than they are by 3-1 which far outweighs the points they can earn by capturing the flag. Luckily many players do not realize this and will continue to waste their time running the flag instead of attempting to capture another tower. Count on this and use it to your advantage.

WoW: Eye of the Storm Tactics

Eye of the Storm Tactics Guide

Messiah — Wed, 14 May 2008 18:14:27 -0400

How to win in the Eye of the Storm

The Eye of the Storm battleground is a fun and exciting place to fight it out in the World of Warcraft. It is a very confusing battleground though, as it combines two different objectives. It is partially a capture the flag game and partially a capture the objectives game. Most players know how to deal with each one separately, however tie them together and players lose track of what is most important. So while you may know the basic rules and understand the ideas of how it works, the tactics and strategies to actually win may elude you. That's where Byron "Messiah" Mudry steps up the the plate this week, with a new section for our Eye of the Storm guide that looks at the basic strategies and tactics that will allow you to win in this unique battleground.

The basic method to win is to get and hold three towers for as long as possible. If you can hold three then you are gaining more points than they are by 3-1 which far outweighs the points they can earn by capturing the flag. Luckily many players do not realize this and will continue to waste their time running the flag instead of attempting to capture another tower. Count on this and use it to your advantage.

You can find all the details in our brand new Eye of the Storm Tactics Guide and then visit our forums to offer any of your own suggestions.