Tag Archives: Character Optimization

Episode 228 – Apply Atonement, Do DPS

In episode 228 the crew is joined by Icy Veins Discipline Priest guide writer Mend! It’s all about the atonement and big dps as you carry your team to victory through one of the most unique healing classes in the game. Come hang out as the boys give you all the info you need to know to be the best disc priest on the block!

 

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https://twitter.com/Discover11284
http://discord.gg/focusedwill

Episode 225 – Sunder And Lightning, Very, Very Frightening

In episode 225 the boys are joined once again by Wowhead and Icy Veins guide writer Wordup! Gone are the days of the old enhancement Shaman but they doesn’t mean they can’t still bring the pain of the elements! Come hang out and see why you might wanna dust off that Shaman that been giving you the sad eyes at your login screen.

 

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https://twitter.com/von_wordup

Episode 223 – Analyze This But It’s All About Context

In episode 223 of the Training Dummies the boys are joined by log utility programmer Anomoly! It’s all about WoW Analyzer as the crew talks about how this awesome utility takes your Warcraft logs and turns them into a different kind of data you can use to tighten up your rotations and see where you are falling short. Come hang out and see what the hype is all about!

 

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https://wowanalyzer.com
https://www.twitch.tv/anomoly

Episode 221 – Better Than LFR? You Must Use Wipefest!

In episode 221 of the Training Dummies the boys are joined by raid utility programmer Yax! It’s all about Wipefest as the crew talks about how this awesome utility takes your Warcraft logs and turns them into a different kind of data you can use to tighten up your raid progression game. Come hang out as the we learn all about why Warlock pets are dumb, healthstones are important, and how you can use Wipefest to get the most out of your raid team!

 

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Episode 219 – The Demonic Calling

In episode 219 the boys are joined by Icy Veins Warlock guide writer, Furty! It’s time to call down your own army of empowered imps and unleash your demonic tyrant! Come hang out as the crew talks all about stats, talents, azerite traits, and what it’s going to take for you to be the best commander of demons you can be!

 

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https://twitter.com/furtyirl
https://www.twitch.tv/furtyirl
discord.gg/furty

Episode 218 – Never Do Math In Public

In episode 218 the boys are joined once again by the binary babe of the Ask Mr. Robot team, Vee! As Battle for Azeroth brings a world of changes in game, it does for the AMR team as well. Come listen in as the crew talks all about Azerite gear, traits, sims, talent builds, and even ways to nail down that tricky rotation!

 

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https://twitter.com/AskMrRobot
https://www.askmrrobot.com/

Episode 209 – Let’s Talk About Tanks, Buddy

In episode 209 the boys are joined by Llarold from Wow At Night to talk all about tanking in Battle for Azeroth. Come hang out as the boys talk about all the changes to tanking in general, global cooldown madness, and how each spec compares to it’s currently Legion live counterpart.

 

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https://twitter.com/LlaroldLive
http://wowatnight.com

Episode 198 – Chain Mail Bikinis

In episode 198 the boys are joined by the one and only Bunny Ladame to talk all about keeping your swagger game on point with Transmog! Come hang out and get the low down on addons, professions, and everything you need to know to make sure you are looking your best when it’s time to slay internet dragons!

 

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https://twitter.com/bunnyladame

Episode 194 – Sim Yo Self

Have you ever checked out your class discord hoping for some help to figure out the right gear and talents, only to hear the dreaded “SIM YOSELF”? Well in episode 194 the boys are joined by Raidbots.com proprietor Seriallos. If you have ever felt like the process of simming your gear and sorting out your stat weights was more work than it’s worth, Raidbots is the place for you! Come hang out as the boys talk about how easy it is to figure out which one of those 14 trinkets in your bags are actually the best for you!

 

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https://www.raidbots.com/simbot
https://twitter.com/raidbots

Episode 176 – Stay Classy: Hunters

In episode 176 the boys are joined by Alisaunder of the Hunting Party Podcast to continue the Stay Classy series. She gives us the lowdown on all the hunter goodness from class campaign, mount quest, and artifact weapons.

 

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https://twitter.com/Daisemiin

Episode 167 – This Episode Is Pretty Subtle

In Episode 167 the boys are joined by repeat guest and Subtlety Rogue Wowhead guide writer, Gray Hound! You know the drill, everything from talents to stats to getting the best legendaries. This episode was set up by special request from Joseph M. Make sure and hit us up if there is a class, spec or any other Blizzard game content you’d like to hear us cover on the show!

 

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https://twitter.com/Bit_Hound
https://www.twitch.tv/gray_hound

Episode 165 – My HoTS Are Rejuvenating

In episode 165 the boys are joined by Wowhead Resto Druid guide writer Jaydaa! We cover everything from talents to abilities to weakauras to legendaries. If you’ve ever been interested in the HoTtest healer in Azeroth, then this is an episode you don’t want to miss!

 

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https://twitter.com/Jaydaa10
http://www.wowhead.com/restoration-druid-guide
https://wago.io/VkuAT-pHb
https://www.dropbox.com/s/z704nkenho17o9b/Twig%20it%20by%20Torty%20v1.7.6.xlsx?dl=0
https://github.com/asvanberg/druid-legendary-analyser#supported-legendaries

Episode 163 – 7 Point Wah Hoo!

In episode 163 the boys are joined by Hazel from Hazel Nutty Games to talk all about 7.2. From new zones to pet battles to transmog to flying, if you happened to miss the new hotness and want to know what Illidan and the crew are up to, this is the episode for you.

 

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https://twitter.com/HazelNuttyGames
https://www.youtube.com/user/Hazelnuttygames

Episode 162 – Because Math

In Episode 162 the boys are joined by Wowhead Affliction guide writer, Terryn! You know the drill. Everything from talents to rotation to the tips and tricks you need to hit those parses. If you’ve ever been interested in those dot-tastic, soul stealing math lords, then this is the episode for you!

 

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https://twitter.com/Terryn_Fred
https://www.twitch.tv/terrynfred
http://www.wowhead.com/affliction-warlock-guide
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XqnrkhaGk3w&list=PLcrhUvGQ4mUXYSes49QJtUcvo82FL5NTC
https://wago.io/EkGJihLBM

Episode 160 – Came In Like A Wrecking Ball

In episode 160 the boys are joined by Wowhead Fury Warrior guide writer, Archimtiros! If you’ve ever been interested in playing a fury warrior, there has never been a better time than now. From stats to talents to being your own personal bloodlust, we cover everything you need to know to enrage your way to the top of the meters.

 

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https://twitter.com/Archimtiros
https://www.twitch.tv/archivision

Episode 159 – Totally Not Peculiar

In Episode 159 the boys are joined by Pepe advocate and Wowhead site director, Perculia! If you’ve ever been interested in the process behind data mining, PTR, or curating the premier Warcraft internet database then this is the show for you!

 

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https://twitter.com/perculia
http://www.wowhead.com/

Episode 158 – Benediction And Pie Eating

In episode 158 the boys are joined by Wowhead Holy Priest guide author, Automatic Jak! If you’ve ever wanted to wield the light a little differently than those hammer swinging Paladins, then this episode is just for you! From stats to talents to cool downs to the perfect moment to sacrifice yourself for the team, this episode covers everything you need to know.

 

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https://twitter.com/AutomaticJak
http://www.wowhead.com/holy-priest-guide

Episode 157 – The Light And How To Swing It

Episode 157 is all about the light and how to swing it as the boys are joined by Wowhead Holy Paladin guide writer, Dreamguard. You know the drill – stats, talents, and all the tricks of the trade you need to know to be a rockstar pally healer!

 

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https://twitter.com/DreamguardASC
https://sacredshielding.wordpress.com
https://www.wowhead.com/holy-paladin-guide
https://discordapp.com/invite/hammerofwrath

Episode 155 – Elementary, My Dear Shaman

In episode 155 the boys are joined by the premier elemental Shaman, Binkenstein, to discuss everything you need to know about commanding the elements and bringing the nature smackdown. It may not be the flavor of the month but it’s most certainly capable of getting the job done. With many tricky talent choices and a large variety of abilities, this episode will help you become the best elemental slinger this side of the Maelstrom!

 

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https://twitter.com/Binkenstein
https://www.wowhead.com/elemental-shaman-guide
https://www.stormearthandlava.com/
https://binkenstein.wordpress.com/2016/07/16/legion-weak-auras-elemental-shaman/
https://binkenstein.wordpress.com/2016/09/28/a-short-rant-about-stat-weights/
https://binkenstein.wordpress.com/2017/01/19/why-best-in-slot-lists-are-a-thing-of-the-past/

Episode 154 – Toxic Avenger’s Shield

In episode 154 the boys are joined by Protection Paladin champion Gray Hound! If you’ve ever wanted to venture into the world of light swinging, Captain America shield throwing, consecrating heroes then this episode is one for you! From talents to stats to resource management, we cover everything you need to know to make you a rock star protector.

 

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https://twitter.com/Bit_Hound
http://www.wowhead.com/protection-paladin-guide
https://github.com/bitfluxhound/personal/blob/master/Prot%20Paladin%20WAs

Episode 152 – Even Edgier

In episode 152 the boys are joined once again by shadow priest expert DJ Riff to talk about the massive changes that came along with patch 7.1.5. Shadow priest just got a little more edgy with the improvements to AoE dots and general talent options. If you want to be on top of your shadow priest game heading into Nighthold, this is definitely an episode for you!

 

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http://www.wowhead.com/shadow-priest-guide
https://twitter.com/djriff1428
https://www.twitch.tv/djriff
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1CFJuisMHi7r9eytg7PKTD1E33e1rFHGc82W5VGGsz14/edit?usp=sharing

Episode 149 – I Just Learned What Bolstering Is

In episode 149 the boys are joined by the one and only Slootbag! Come hang out as the crew covers everything from raiding, preparing alts, gearing, and Mythic plus dungeons…. Oh and tanking because Rob couldn’t help but to ask questions about tanking. And yes, Darryl did just learn what bolstering is!

 

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https://twitter.com/Slootbag
https://www.twitch.tv/slootbag

Episode 148 – Bring The Storm

Episode 148 is all about redemption as the boys are joined by special guest Wordup to discuss the mighty Enhancement Shaman! It may have some of the core feel of the old melee class you used to know but it’s a whole new game for the bad boys and girls of the maelstrom. After finally admitting his stance on his warlock, will Darryl renounce his new main for his old ghost wolf roots?

 

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https://twitter.com/von_wordup
https://wago.io/Vyo-gg-u-
http://www.wowhead.com/enhancement-shaman-guide

Episode 147 – Edge of Insanity

Episode 147 is chocked full of insanity as the boys are joined by Wowhead guide writer for all things shadow priest, DJ Riff! If you ever wondered if you could top the meters and kill yourself all at the same time, then come hang out for this very special episode.

 

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http://www.wowhead.com/shadow-priest-guide
https://twitter.com/djriff1428
https://www.twitch.tv/djriff
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1CFJuisMHi7r9eytg7PKTD1E33e1rFHGc82W5VGGsz14/edit?usp=sharing

Episode 146 – Shields of Bud and Blown

In episode 146 the boys are joined by Llarold to talk about all things Blood DK! As the guide writer for Wowhead on the sons of liches, this episode covers everything from talents, to priority rotations, to the mysterious active mitigation. If you’ve ever wanted to play the original class that has “given up everything” then this episode is for you.

 

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https://twitter.com/wowatnight
https://twitter.com/Llar0ld

Episode 142 – Vengeance Is Mine

In episode 142 the boys are joined by Vengeance Demon Hunter champion, Munkky. As the guide writer for Icy Veins and Wowhead, Munkky is the perfect resource to help set things straight for Rob as he is still finding his way through stat priorities and which talents really are the best.

 

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http://www.icy-veins.com/wow/vengeance-demon-hunter-pve-tank-guide
http://www.wowhead.com/guides/classes/demon-hunter/vengeance/overview
Mardum – https://discord.gg/CtNnryx
The Fel Hammer – https://discord.gg/AAmtZj8
TankChat – https://discord.gg/7ncTW9q

Episode 138 – I’d Mana Tap That

In episode 138 the boys are joined by Destruction Warlock champion Brusalk. With raiding just around the corner, Darryl realized that the best time to get his demons and dots sorted out is before the wiping begins. Come hang out as Brusalk reviews everything you need to know to bring your own rain of destruction!

 

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https://twitter.com/brusalk
http://www.mmo-champion.com/threads/2058233-Legion-Brusalk-s-Destro-Guide

Episode 133 – If There Was A Problem, Yo, I’ll Solve It

In episode 133 the boys are joined by Ask Mr Robot’s binary babe, Vee! With Legion just around the corner, the team behind AMR has something completely new in store…. Simulations! With everything from ability rotations, to stats weights, to best in slot gear, this AMR makeover is something you do not want to miss!

 

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https://twitter.com/AskMrRobot

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SFDn_oPICnI

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6MVBF44vXvM

Episode 130 – Crafting A Blizzcon Bod

In Episode 130 it’s all about how to take yourself to the next level outside of gaming. As Blizzcon approaches and we all start to have the urge to get our act together and get into better shape, the boys decide to talk about what we can do now to help get to where we want to be. Come hang out as Dave chats with Rob and Darryl about what we can do in our everyday lives to stay healthy and motivated to get that Blizzcon bod.

 

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https://twitter.com/screwlewseWoW

Episode 125 – Meters STILL Don’t Matter!

You heard all about tanking in Legion but now it’s time to see what to expect from healing in Legion… and in episode 125 the boys are joined by Midwinter prostatus healer Monkioh! From mana regen to spec diversity to preparing for progression, if you’re interesting in healing in the new expansion you definitely don’t want to miss this episode!

 

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https://twitter.com/Monkioh

Episode 122 – Meet The Sims

In this craft-tastic episode, the boys are joined by champion simcrafter, Twintop! Everything from trinkets, to stat weights, to swapping out gear… If you’ve ever been interested in the numbers behind those boss kills then this is a show you definitely don’t want to miss!

 

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https://twitter.com/TwintopTahoe
http://www.howtopriest.com/
http://www.simulationcraft.org/
https://github.com/simulationcraft/simc/wiki/
https://www.beotorch.com/

Episode 120 – Ice Ice Baby

It’s time to let it go as the boys cover everything you need to know about those ice slinging Elsas… the frost mage! What talents and trinkets do you need to make the most out of those fingers of frost? The answer just might surprise you. Listen in as Kuni talks about why taking the talents you want, might be just as productive as taking what the top tier raiders recommend.

 

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Episode 119 – Might As Well Be Stunned – Part 2

It’s a tanking takeover special on this episode as Magdalena, Troxism, and Llarold join the boys to discuss their views on the current state of tanking in the Legion Alpha. From a definition of theorycrafting to Tank DPS, to “Fantasy” it’s all here. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!

 

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Episode 119 – Might As Well Be Stunned – Part 1

It’s a tanking takeover special on this episode as Magdalena, Troxism, and Llarold join the boys to discuss their views on the current state of tanking in the Legion Alpha. From a definition of theorycrafting to Tank DPS, to “Fantasy” it’s all here. Sit back, relax, and enjoy!

 

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Episode 117 – Be Aggressive, B E Aggressive

In this Heroes-centric episode the boys are joined by Jon Jagger to take a deeper dive into the different roles and what it means when you click that ready button. Just because you like a hero doesn’t mean that it’s an assassin. Listen in and find out exactly what you can to do to make sure you’re the best tank/bruiser/burst/sustain/lane-pushing/fort-destroying/stunning/support/healer you can be.

 

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https://twitter.com/Jon_Jagger
http://azerothroundtable.com/
http://frogpants.com/podcasts/core/

Episode 115 – If You’re Not Having Fun, You’re Doing It Wrong

In this episode Mr. Robot was kind enough to let the boys have some face time with his favorite human, Vee! But this time it’s all about the builds. Come listen in as Vee gives us some new perspective about cookie cutter builds and what it means to “Git Gud”. Not all talent choices are cut and dry as we find out that just because it’s the most popular, doesn’t mean it best for you.

 

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https://twitter.com/AskMrRobot
http://www.askmrrobot.com/
http://blizzardwatch.com/2015/12/09/cookie-cutter-builds-player-customization/
http://blizzardwatch.com/2015/12/16/side-effects-cookie-cutter-builds/

Episode 113 – Cry Havoc And Let Slip The Dogs Of War

In this very special episode it’s finally time for Darryl to have all of his deepest and darkest questions answered about the one and only fel cookie dispensers, Destruction Warlocks! And who better to help him out than MLG Serenity warlock, Furty! We cover everything you ever wanted to know about talents, trap glyphs, and when you want to let loose with that iconic chaos bolt! Will this be the boost Darryl needs to take his game to next level?! You don’t want to miss this symphony of chaos!

 

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http://www.twitch.tv/furtyirl
https://twitter.com/furtyirl

Episode 107 – Sanguine Fortitude

You asked for it, you got it. Magdalena is back! And this time there will be blood as the boys discuss all the down and dirty details of death knight tanking. Everything from what it means to be a great tank to stats to priorities and much much more. This overload of information will have you dying to call Ebon Hold your home town!

 

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https://twitter.com/MagdalenaDK
http://sonofalich.com/

Chains of Sindragosa Reference

Episode 104 – Necrofantasia

In this special DK episode it’s all about the zombie apocalypse as the boys are joined by world renowned MLG Death Knight, Magdalena! Learn the ins and outs and how to get the most mileage out of your unholy DK as the discussion covers everything from talents, glyphs, and even some clarification about the resource system. If you have ever been intrigued about everyone’s favorite hero class, you will not want to miss this one!

 

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https://twitter.com/MagdalenaDK
http://sonofalich.com/

Episode 103 – Balancing Act

Rob and Darryl learn they need a little balance in their lives as they invited Midwinter’s Kams to discuss the 4th and final druid spec, Balance. We cover everything you need to know about talents, glyphs, eclipses, and all 1832 spells that start with star! Add a little balance to your life today!

 

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https://twitter.com/Kamswow
http://www.twitch.tv/kamswow