World of Warcraft players will now have to rethink their strategy when it comes to completing weekly challenges. A recent update, implemented on October 8, ensures that clearing Zevkir’s Lair will no longer count towards completing delves in the Great Vault. This shift is intended to prevent players from farming Zevkir’s Lair for easy progress. However, it hasn’t been well-received by everyone.
Zevkir’s Lair, had become a popular destination for players looking to quickly finish their weekly challenges. The battle with Zevkir, a formidable Nerubian boss, was offering a quick and straightforward way to fill the bottom row of the Great Vault. However, due to its ease compared to other delves, the battle no longer counts toward the Great Vault’s completion criteria.
The change, although frustrating for some players, was made to balance gameplay. Completing Zevkir’s Lair was taking significantly less time than other delves, making it an attractive option for those who wanted to avoid the longer. By removing this shortcut, Blizzard aims to maintain fairness and encourage players to engage more broadly with other available content.
Unsurprisingly, the removal of Zevkir’s Lair as a creditable delve for the Great Vault hasn’t been met with universal approval. Many players enjoyed the simplicity and quickness of farming Zevkir. However, those players now face the prospect of spending additional time on delves they might not enjoy as much.
For those focused primarily on raiding or completing Mythic dungeons, the change is particularly inconvenient. These players liked having a quick method to fill the Great Vault. This allowed them to focus primarily on their preferred game modes.
Despite the frustrations regarding Zevkir’s Lair, players fortunately still have options. Even though filling the Great Vault through delves may take more time, the game allows them to choose just one item from the rewards. Therefore, players can still prioritize other content they enjoy and manage their gear progression without being forced to grind delves extensively.
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