Include progression route for fresh 80, without assuming raid gear
Why do so many people abandon the BiS guide early?
Because the guide makes the wrong assumption:
- gear already reasonable
- group already stable
- easy access to raid
- large prior knowledge
The fresh 80 reads this and thinks: “that’s no good for me”.
1. First steps for newly 80s characters
The guide must always show:
- what to do in the first block of sessions
- what content gets the most traction
- what to prioritize early
- what still doesn't make sense to pursue
Without this block, the rest of the text loses practical usefulness.
2. Initial sources of equipment with good returns
Fresh 80 usually depends on:
- predictable dungeons
- reputations
- crafts
- emblems/currency
- base target loot
This is the language that the newly 80's reader understands.
3. How to evolve without depending on a closed group
The route needs to consider:
- pug
- solo player
- casual
- player without fixed guild
This greatly expands the usefulness of the guide.
4. Progression pitfalls for fresh 80
- race to final BiS
- buy a beautiful piece and forget about the impact
- jumping into loud content too early
- ignore basic build/glyphs/enchants
- try to copy the route of an already advanced player
5. Lean script until raid ready
Step 1
organize base and function
Step 2
solve the most critical slots
Step 3
use dungeons/reputations/emblems with purpose
Step 4
enter a raid with the character really ready
Fresh 80 block checklist
- [ ] does the guide start from scratch?
- [ ] Is there content accessible right from the beginning?
- [ ] Does the reader understand the next step?
- [ ] the route does not depend on raid gear?
- [ ] does the text respect those who are still without a base?
Minimum recommendation
Every BiS series should:
- start in the fresh 80s
- show the entry route
- Avoid assuming advanced gear
- prepare the reader for the next step
If the fresh 80 doesn't see itself in the guide, the guide has already started out wrong.
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