PvE

Grunts does PvE raids 4-5 nights a week. We have cleared all of 10-man Naxxramas and 10 and 25-man Obsidian Sanctum, including the Less is More achievement (killing Sartharion on Heroic with 20 people).

Grunts are dedicated to helping any dedicated raiders gear up and have a chance to contribute as we move on to Eye of Eternity and, with enough interest, more 25-mans.

No raid attendance is required of any Grunt; however, with our DKP system, you're encouraged to attend. Also, keep in mind you can earn points for showing up to a raid even if we do not have any open spots. If you wish to raid with us regularly, you'll do well to apply for Base Raider and Veteran Raider status. These ranks measure your gear, performance, and willingness to prepare for fights, follow directions, and adapt to changing circumstances.

UNIVERSAL RAIDER REQUIREMENTS

• Have Omen threat meter and Ventrilo installed (mic is not required). This is a requirement for anyone who wants to run!
• Know the fights! Watch videos and read up.
• Be prepared! Have flasks, potions, reagents and ammunition.
• Be on time! Invites start a half-hour before scheduled start time. Be online at least 15 minutes beforehand or, if your schedule is tight, prepare yourself ahead of time to ready to go as soon as you log on. Raid invites stop at 10 minutes till raid start in order to roll for positions.
• Take constructive criticism! We will use damage and healing meters to inform raid members of their performance.
• On the other hand, non-officers should not spam damage meters! They are only part of the story, and can get obnoxious, particularly if someone has a question, explanation, loot rolls etc.
• Make an effort to help gear non Raiders that wish to become Raiders. It will be a requirement to retain Raider status.
• Be available for the expected raid duration -- this is usually 3 to 3 1/2 hours -- If you know you will need to leave early, sit out for another player ready to fill the spot.
• Raider's and Veteran Raider's are also expected to be consistent in their performance, adaptable to new challenges, and able to perform under duress.

You will be eligible for raider status once you meet gear requirements, speak with an officer, and show your ability to perform as expected through a raid or dungeon.

All numbers for gear requirements are unbuffed. DPS requirement can be met with personal buffs only. Personal buffs include any spells or auras you can cast on yourself, they do not include food, potions, flasks or scrolls.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

I meet the gear requirements but don't have 1500dps. What can I do?

First, remember gear requirements are a MINIMUM. Your class or spec may benefit from more critical strike rating, more haste, etc. and almost everyone can benefit from more hit rating (see more on melee and spell hit).

Also, look at where you are falling behind -- do you need more mana? Are you frequently missing? Try to upgrade in the area where it will be most effective rather than simply trying to maximize a single stat or increase the item-level of your gear.

You might also want to read up on your class and spec somewhere like elitist-jerks or ask a fellow guild member about your spell/attack rotations.

But how do I get gear if I'm not raiding?

There are many sources for pre-Naxx gear!

• Crafted items. The best pre-Naxx items, including many epics, are crafted, and most crafted items in WotLK are BoE. Talk to a guild tailor, leatherworker, blacksmith or engineer.
• Dungeons and heroics. Many Grunts are willing to run these any time - just ask!
• Reputation. Not only can you gain reputation through "championing" a faction in dungeons and heroics, many factions such as Sons of Hodir, Wyrmrest Accord and Ebon Blade have quests and dailies associated with them.
• Quest items. May high-end quest items in zones such as Storm Peaks and Icecrown, as well as dungeon quests, have significant rewards.
• BoE item drops. Check the guild bank or auction house.
• Enchants and gems. Don't neglect these just because you're in blues!

Can I still go to Naxx if I don't meet these requirements?

If we have a need for someone of your class or role, you may still be able to raid with us. However, all raiding at this time is considered "progression content" and therefore raiders will get preference. As we push further into raid progression, group makeup will change to allow more non-raiders on old content.

Is there an attendance requirement for raiders?

Only that you show up for raids that you sign up for.

Do raiders get preference on drops?

No, loot is handled by our DKP system. Raiders will have a chance to raid more often and therefore earn more DKP but drops are not loot-council except to give preference to main specs (e.g. a tank wouldn't be allowed to outbid a DPS player on a DPS piece)