Changes in Patch 11.1 That You Need to Know

Patch 11.1 is almost here, and with it comes a slew of new features, including a new zone, raid, and big seasonal changes. But it’s not just about the headline updates—there are plenty of small changes that will Impact your gameplay in a big way. In this article, we’re diving into lesser-known changes in Patch 11.1 that you’ll want to be aware of before heading into the new season. Some of these adjustments could drastically improve your experience, so let’s take a closer look!

The End of Enchanted Crest Crafting

One of the most significant changes coming in Patch 11.1 involves the removal of the Enchanted Crest crafting process. Previously, if you wanted to upgrade your crafted gear, you’d need to buy a Nascent Crest from an enchanting vendor, enchant it yourself or through a crafting order, and then apply it to your gear. All of that will now be streamlined. A new vendor, located next to the crafting order Clerk, will sell completed Enchanted Crests for Weathered, Runed, or Gilded crests, depending on the item’s tier. This means less complexity, reduced costs, and cheaper options for alts, especially when upgrading lower-tier crafted gear.

Profession Knowledge Respec

For those who’ve regretted their profession knowledge points allocation, Patch 11.1 has introduced a much-needed reset option. This new feature, available via Darla Fluxy, allows players to reset their profession knowledge points once. While this reset is a one-time feature (for now), it gives you the chance to reassess your profession focus. Keep in mind, resetting will cause you to lose any recipes tied to the reset knowledge points.

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Hunter Pet Specialization Swap

Another exciting change for hunters is the ability to swap your pet’s specialization freely. After the new patch drops, you’ll be able to switch your pet’s specialization (Cunning, Ferocity, or Tenacity) without the need to stable a different pet. No more keeping a pet you don’t particularly like just for the benefits of its specialization. If you’ve been hoping for a little more flexibility with your furry companions, this is the update for you.

New Teleporter to Undermine

Navigating the new Undermine zone has never been easier! After completing the introduction quests, you’ll gain access to a teleporter that allows you to quickly travel between Undermine and Dornogal. This saves you the hassle of having to trek back to the Ringing Deeps to use the rocket drill. Be sure to unlock the teleporter as soon as possible to make travel between the two zones more efficient.

Updated Weekly Quests

Season 1’s weekly quests aren’t going anywhere—they’re just getting a makeover. For instance, the World Soul weekly quest will now include content from Patch 11.1, like completing world quests in the Undermine zone. This update ensures that older content still feels relevant while keeping the rewards tied to the upcoming season. Keep an eye on these updated weekly quests as they’ll remain a key source of high-item-level gear.

Changes to Season Mastery Achievement Rewards

In Patch 11.1, the rewards for completing seasonal Mastery achievements are changing. Instead of earning a Heroic raid-tier piece of gear of your choice, you’ll now be rewarded with an extra Catalyst charge that can be used to upgrade seasonal gear to tier set gear. This change offers more flexibility, but it also means you’ll need to secure the right piece of gear before using the Catalyst.

Brann Healing Buffs

If you’re a fan of using Brann as a companion in delves, you’re in for a treat. Brann’s healing abilities are getting a significant boost in Patch 11.1. His Dwarven Medicine heal-over-time effect now includes 15% damage reduction for 12 seconds, and the healing output itself has been increased by 50%. Additionally, Brann’s threat generation has been reduced, making him an even more reliable healing companion. This should make him a strong contender for any delve group, especially if you need that extra support.

Meteor Damage Buffs

Meteor damage effects—damage that splits between multiple enemies—will see a 100% buff in Patch 11.1. This increase means that these effects will now deal double the current damage, making them much more viable in high-target situations. Meteor-style damage has often been overshadowed by stat-focused trinkets, so this buff should make such effects more useful in endgame content.

Nerf to Cyrce’s Circlet Healing Gem

Patch 11.1 also brings a notable nerf to the healing effects from the Cyrce’s Circlet Healing Gem. Specifically, its healing effectiveness will be reduced by 33% for damage dealers and tank specializations. This change comes in response to strategies in Season 1 where players were able to clear content without a dedicated healer. The healing gem will still be useful but won’t replace a healer entirely.

Updated Visual Effects for Abilities

One of the more subtle but significant updates in Patch 11.1 is the overhaul of visual effects for abilities and spells. Instead of the vague, swirling effects, new abilities will now use clearer ring outlines that make it much easier to gauge whether you’re inside or outside an effect. This is a welcome change for anyone who’s struggled with ambiguous spell effects in the past.

New Event Window for Tracking Events

Patch 11.1 introduces a new Event Window on the right-hand side of the quest log. This window will allow players to track the progress of ongoing and upcoming events, such as the Awakening the Machine or Spreading the Light events. You’ll also be able to see the rewards for these events and stay up-to-date on when the next surge events are happening.

Map Legend and Filter Updates

The map interface also gets some nice improvements in Patch 11.1. The map’s legend has been moved to its own tab, allowing for easier access to key icons. The filter menu also now displays the number of hidden items and gives you a quick way to check which items are currently hidden.

Warband Quest Completion Notification

For players who complete quests on multiple characters, the notification for completed quests on your Warband character has been moved from the bottom of the panel to the top-right. This small but noticeable change will help you spot which quests have been completed more easily.

Addon Management Improvements

Managing addons has always been a bit of a chore, especially with large lists of plugins. In Patch 11.1, the addon menu gets much cleaner. Addons that have multiple dependencies will now be grouped together, making it easier to see which ones are crucial. Plus, there’s a new search bar to filter through your list, which is a real game-changer for addon-heavy players.

Addon Resource Usage Information

A nifty addition to Patch 11.1 is the ability to track how much CPU and memory each addon uses. This helps identify any addons that might be causing lag or stuttering in-game, and you can take action accordingly.

Achievement Points Display Change

If you’ve been swapping characters often, you’ll now see your total achievement points for your Warband in the guild window, rather than just for a specific character. This makes it easier for your guildmates to see your accomplishments across all your alts.

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