Midnight Class Guides
News and Guides for World of Warcraft, Diablo, FFXIV, and more
Diablo 4 Hotfix #1 Resolves Xbox Deluxe Edition and Talisman Tab Issues
Blizzard resolves Xbox Deluxe Edition entitlement issues and restores the missing Talisman tab in Diablo 4 Hotfix #1.
Diablo IV
D4
Today at 06:45
Diablo 4 Hotfix 2 Nerfs Iron Maiden, Bone Prison, and Monster Health
Diablo 4 Hotfix 2 is live, fixing the overtuned skills, plus inflated health pools on Pangs of Duriel and Infernal Prison.
Diablo IV
D4
Today at 01:12
Players Realize Aspects Can’t Be Targeted in Lord of Hatred
Diablo 4 players are realizing Legendary Aspects can’t be targeted through dungeons anymore. Here’s how the new system works in Lord of Hatred.
Diablo IV
D4
Today at 01:04
Diablo 4 Lord of Hatred Soundtrack Now Available
Composed by Ted Reedy and Ryan Amon, the Lord of Hatred soundtrack captures Mephisto’s return in Diablo 4.
Diablo IV
D4
Today at 00:21
Class Fixes and Dungeon Tuning: Midnight 12.0.5 Hotfixes, April 28th
3 more classes and 2 more dungeons get fixes in today’s batch, in addition to a Decor Duel fix that affects player participation credit!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Today at 00:13
Blood Rush in Diablo 4 Fixes Necromancer Mobility
Blood Rush has come to Diablo 4, giving Necromancers the mobility skill fans have missed since Diablo 3. Here’s how it works.
Diablo IV
D4
Yesterday at 23:32
FFXIV Players: Here’s Every Major Drop Before Evercold Hits
Cosmic tools, a new Ultimate, and Beastmaster are coming. Here’s exactly when each FFXIV patch drops before Evercold in January 2027.
Final Fantasy XIV
FFXIV
Yesterday at 20:53
Lord of Hatred’s First Hotfix Unblocks Two Quests Players Were Stuck On
Blizzard’s first Lord of Hatred hotfix fixes two quest bugs. Here’s what was rolled back.
Diablo IV
D4
Yesterday at 20:41
Updating Quel’Thalas: New Blizzard Video on Rebuilding the Zone for Midnight
A new video on WoW’s YouTube channel does a deep dive on the rebuilding of Quel’Thalas for Midnight. Check out what went into the process!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 19:24
How to Obtain All Collectibles From the Broken Throne Ritual Site
Broken Point is the Ritual Site available this week, with plenty of collectibles for players. Obtain them before next week’s rotation!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 18:34
Is Rerolling Worth It in Neverness to Everness?
Is rerolling worth it in Neverness to Everness? We looked at the time investment, pull rates, and how it works!
Neverness to Everness
NTE
Yesterday at 15:06
Where Does Your Class Rank in DPS? 12.0.5’s Winners and Losers Are Clear
After 6 weeks of Mythic raiding, WoW DPS data shows strong winners and clear underperformers in Patch 12.0.5.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 14:15
WoW Patch 12.0.7 Is Already in Internal Testing and Adds Another One-Boss Raid
Patch 12.0.5 just landed but Blizzard is already deep into 12.0.7 internal testing — bringing Void Assaults, Turbulent Timeways, and a new Sporefall raid.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 14:14
Neverness to Everness Gives Multiple Free Characters at Launch
Neverness to Everness gives multiple free characters at launch, but who are they and are they really useful or not?
Neverness to Everness
NTE
Yesterday at 13:59
“WoW Has to Reset” Says Former Blizzard President Ybarra as QA Controversy Resurfaces
Former Blizzard president Mike Ybarra says WoW “has to reset” after Patch 12.0.5 backlash, but QA cuts spark renewed criticism.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 13:16
Neverness to Everness Reveals Circle Bounty Battle Pass
Neverness to Everness reveals its Circle Bounty system for launch, featuring free rewards, premium rewards, and a full progression system!
Neverness to Everness
NTE
Yesterday at 10:12
Zenless Zone Zero Makes the Proxy Playable but Something Feels Off
Pyrois brings the Proxy into combat in Zenless Zone Zero, yet players question the lack of differences and wonder if it is a free agent.
Zenless Zone Zero
ZZZ
Yesterday at 08:49
Solution for Xbox Players Unable to Claim Deluxe Rewards
Blizzard has informed Xbox players how to claim deluxe rewards that may be missing due to an issue.
Diablo IV
D4
Yesterday at 04:38
Evangelion Alliance Raid Announced for FFXIV Evercold in 2027
The legendary mecha series arrives in FFXIV, but what’s with the Yoko Taro connection? Learn more about when this collaboration will release.
Final Fantasy XIV
FFXIV
Yesterday at 04:13
FFXIV Launching on Switch 2 But Leaving PS4 — Here’s What You Need to Know
The critically-acclaimed MMORPG is launching on Nintendo in August, but there’s a catch. Don’t miss this important info about subscriptions!
Final Fantasy XIV
FFXIV
Yesterday at 04:01
Need a Workaround for Diablo 4’s “She Sleeps Within You” Quest Bug?
There’s a known issue with the “She Sleeps Within You” quest in which the interactable fails to appear. Here’s the official workaround.
Diablo IV
D4
Yesterday at 02:38
Many More Class Fixes: Midnight 12.0.5 Hotfixes, April 27th
We have a lot more class fixes and more in today’s hotfix batch, as Blizzard work on improving the 12.0.5 launch.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 01:26
Diablo 4 Lord of Hatred Talisman Tab Missing
Diablo 4 players report the talisman tab missing, with Blizzard confirming it as a known issue.
Diablo IV
D4
Yesterday at 01:04
Diablo 4 Lord of Hatred Queue Times Surge
Diablo 4 queue times are climbing fast as login issues continue, with Blizzard confirming ongoing server strain.
Diablo IV
D4
Yesterday at 00:45
Diablo 4 Login Issues: Error Code 300008 Blocking Players
Diablo 4 login issues are preventing players from getting in, with Error Code 300008 causing login timeouts.
Diablo IV
D4
Yesterday at 00:07
Diablo 4: Lord of Hatred Is Live, with Season of Reckoning Following After
The Diablo 4 Lord of Hatred launch just dropped, but Season of Reckoning has a delay. Here’s everything live right now and what to do first.
Diablo IV
D4
Apr 27, 2026 at 23:14
A Timer Extension and More: Mythic+ Dungeon Tuning, April 28th
Two dungeons get some tuning with the weekly reset, as one gets a timer extension, so let’s see the details.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Apr 27, 2026 at 22:40
Korn’s New Diablo 4 Song Gets a Brutal Music Video
Korn’s new Diablo-inspired “Reward the Scars” video unleashes Mephisto in brutal animated form just hours before Lord of Hatred goes live.
Diablo IV
D4
Apr 27, 2026 at 22:29
Diablo 4 War Plans Could Bring Back Old Seasonal Powers
Diablo 4’s War Plans system could reshape endgame in Lord of Hatred by customizing runs and reviving fan-favorite seasonal powers, bosses, and mechanics.
Diablo IV
D4
Apr 27, 2026 at 22:26
Diablo 4 Lord of Hatred: All the New Systems Coming
Diablo 4 Lord of Hatred is almost here, bringing major new systems like War Plans, Talismans, loot filter, fishing, class reworks, and fresh endgame content.
Diablo IV
D4
Apr 27, 2026 at 21:47
Most Played and Best Performing Mythic+ Specs and Groups of the New 12.0.5 Patch
Changes abound in the post-patch Mythic+ landscape, as there’s movement in both the popularity and performance charts!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Apr 27, 2026 at 19:53
FFXIV Patch 7.5 Just Kicked Off Dawntrail’s Final Chapter
Patch 7.5 launches Dawntrail’s final stretch with a new dungeon, trial, raid finale, plus housing and glamour upgrades. Here’s what changes today.
Final Fantasy XIV
FFXIV
Apr 27, 2026 at 19:38
Diablo 4’s Lord of Hatred Just Rewrote How Builds Work
Talismans, Charms, War Plans and a new Horadric Cube change how you gear in Diablo 4. Here’s what actually shifts at launch.
Diablo IV
D4
Apr 27, 2026 at 19:20
What Can You Do With Friends in Neverness to Everness? Multiplayer Explained
Is Neverness to Everness multiplayer? Here is everything we know about co-op, heists, racing, housing, and what you can or cannot do with friends!
Neverness to Everness
NTE
Apr 27, 2026 at 18:02
WoW’s Newest Loa Guards the Zone Players Aren’t Allowed to Reach
Pahk, Loa of the Depths, guards a forbidden strait beyond Zul’Aman, and the zone he protects might be WoW’s next destination.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Apr 27, 2026 at 17:33
Here’s Everything Coming in the Diablo 4 Season of Reckoning Reliquary
The Diablo 4 Season of Reckoning Reliquary has mounts, armor, pets, trophies, and the Hallowed Ancient set. Here’s everything you can earn.
Diablo IV
D4
Apr 27, 2026 at 15:10
Neverness to Everness Reveals Version 1.0 Event Calendar
Neverness to Everness has shared its Version 1.0 event calendar, going over launch rewards, banners, and upcoming activities!
Neverness to Everness
NTE
Apr 27, 2026 at 14:37
This Unexpected 12.0.5 Change Made Silvermoon Guards Actually Tolerable
WoW 12.0.5 quietly changes Silvermoon guards, making them far more welcoming to players after story progression.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Apr 27, 2026 at 14:14
Understanding the Scar System in Scars of Honor
Master the Scar System in Scars of Honor and learn how Scars shape builds, boost stats, and transform your playstyle.
Other Games
Other
Apr 27, 2026 at 13:23
WoW Players Are Calling This New Children’s Week Toy a Must-Have for Raid Breaks
Children’s Week is live in WoW, and players are calling the new Nap Mat toy a must-have for raid breaks, RP, and downtime.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Apr 27, 2026 at 13:15
WELCOME TO ICY VEINS!
On Icy Veins, you will find news and guides about your favorite video games:
- Class guides for World of Warcraft reviewed by top players and theorycrafters, as well as guides for The Midnight Expansion, PvP Season 1, Mythic+ Season 1, Dungeons, etc.;
- Guides for FFXIV written by theorycrafters from The Balance Discord server: Dark Knight, Ninja, Summoner, and more.
- Barbarian builds, Druid builds, Necromancer builds, Rogue builds, Sorcerer builds, and various guides for Diablo 4;
- Build guides for Tanks, Bruisers, Melee Assassins, Ranged Assassins, Supports, and Healers as well as Map Guides, Tier Lists, and more for Heroes of the Storm;
- Class guides for WoW Classic, as well as guides for dungeons and professions.
CHANGELOG
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27 Mar. 2027: Thorns Bombardment Crusader Gear, Gems, and Paragon Points
- Added Season 38 advice for Ethereal weapons.
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27 Mar. 2027: Thorns Bombardment Crusader Introduction
- Added Season 38 advice for Ethereal weapons.
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27 Mar. 2027: Thorns Bombardment Crusader Speed Farming
- Added Season 38 advice for Ethereal weapons.
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26 Apr. 2026: All Free Characters Available in Neverness to Everness
- Updated for free Aurelia from the release event.
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26 Apr. 2026: Chaos Esper Element, Characters, and Esper Cycles
- Updated for Aurelia Cycle Enhancement.