Your statement
implies that the ICC buff will be a foregone conclusion—automatically coming into play regardless of conditions. In reality, the official wording is much more measured. As the blue post states:
Notice the phrase
is a clear indicator of conditionality—it’s not a promise, it’s an option that can be considered only if the situation calls for it. This isn’t a scenario where the buff is irrevocably on its way; instead, it’s a tool in the dev team’s arsenal that they’ll deploy if and when balancing data supports its use.
The mechanism is designed to help reduce difficulty progressively—a measured response to unforeseen challenges, not an automatic override to the intended design. The decision to enable the buff will be based on careful evaluation of how the raid is performing under real-world conditions, ensuring that any adjustment doesn’t trivialize the achievement of overcoming the raid’s challenges. So, while some might think “irregardless” means it’s a done deal, anyone familiar with these systems knows that such mechanisms are never turned on without due process.
Relying on a simplistic “it’s coming, so deal with it” attitude ignores the nuanced, conditional approach the devs have promised. It’s important to appreciate that while the capability exists, its activation is entirely dependent on feedback and demonstrated need—hard facts, not empty guarantees. This isn’t a toggle that’s been permanently flipped; it’s an option that may be used, not one that is forced upon players.