Hunter Overhaul Coming in World of Warcraft 11.1

Recent data mining reveals numerous new models in Patch 11.1, sparking excitement and speculation about a potential new allied race.

Hunter class changes are substantial. The ability to switch pet specializations (Cunning, Ferocity, or Tenacity) at the stables is a welcome addition, impacting all companions, even those from events like the Dreaming Festive Reindeer. Significant specialization adjustments include the Marksmanship rework, eliminating the pet in favor of a Spotting Eagle that marks targets for increased damage. Beast Mastery now offers a single-pet option, boosting pet damage and size. The Pack Leader talent is also revamped, summoning a bear, boar, and wyvern.

Community reaction is mixed. While the pet specialization and solo-pet Beast Mastery options are popular, the Marksmanship rework is controversial. The Spotting Eagle concept is understood, but many feel losing the pet diminishes the core Hunter experience. The forced bear/boar/wyvern combination in Pack Leader is also criticized.

These changes are still subject to revision. PTR testing early next year allows players to provide feedback to Blizzard before the final release. Hunters are encouraged to actively participate.

World of Warcraft Patch 11.1 Hunter Changes Summary

• Pet Specialization: Now changeable at the stable via a dropdown menu.
• Class Changes & Hero Talents: Detailed changes are listed below. Note that many specific talent changes and adjustments to abilities are too extensive to fully reproduce here, but the summary above highlights the key changes to each specialization.

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