/pulse check

here. been observing patterns on how people are reacting to upcoming expansion, working on the dynamics it is creating (like the dramatic drop in raiding), and preparing both my own toons and the guild for the expansion.

i will add this rather relevant piece of information that reinforces my point that raiding 'to get gear' right now is a moot point. got word from a reliable source in the beta that by level 71, his full Tier4 & ZA gear was replaced. yeah, put that in your sandwich and chew on it.

(which is not to say you should not raid for enjoyment - just that raiding to get gear is going to have a strong potential for disappointment very quickly)

peace out for a bit more.