People are giving up on M+ over 11

[Argorwal-ysera (Argorwal)]

@Sôsari-dalaran

@Aewendil-caelestrasz

it does that because it effectively eliminates the level 12. Because when you go for a 12, the affix makes it as difficult as a 13.5.

@Linxy

• Xal’atath’s Guile now increases enemy health and damage by 10% (was 20%).
• Developers’ notes: With the increase to the buffs granted to players by Xal’atath’s Bargain we’re reducing the effectiveness of of Xal’atath’s Guile, to allow players to push deeper into the Keystone system with current item levels.

The affix adds 10% which would make it essentially a 13, however with the removal of the affix mechanics I would actually argue that it makes it easier because there are no more overlaps to worry about. Having to waste CDs or Utilities to clear the affix in sub-12s plays a significant impact on the run

I’ve only done an 11 so far, but when I get to 12s I’m curious how I’ll feel regarding losing the buffs, but also not having to devote any global cooldowns nor mental focus to affixes. If that is a net buff or nerf for me.

Like yesterday in a +10 Mists (yes, easy key) the affix add spawned during the first boss right as we killed the tree, so everyone has to devote 3-4 globals to the affix add that wasn’t going to boss in his burn phase. I’m not sure the buff would make up for those lost 4-5 seconds.