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Additional Priest and Shaman Tuning on the Midnight Beta, December 12th
Two more classes and three more specs get big changes on the Midnight Beta, as Priests and Shamans get buffs and nerfs!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Today at 00:28
Massive Nerfs to Unholy Death Knight in Midnight Beta
We have some massive nerfs to Unholy DKs on the Midnight Beta, as Blizzard tone the spec down on many levels.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 23:23
Diablo 4 Housing Decor Items in WoW Not Reaching Some Players – Blizzard Responds
The Diablo-themed decor from the Lord of Hatred pre-order isn’t making it into some players’ hands, and Blizzard are working on it.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 22:22
This WoW Player Turned Their Home Into a Dragon Treasure Hoard
One player made the perfect Dracthyr/small dragon room or rather pile, with the decor best summed up as: treasure? Yes!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 22:01
Secret Hotfix: Get Into Legion Assaults Almost Instantaneously!
It’s time to get some Legion Assaults done! Blizzard secretly sped them up, as players are reporting near-instant queue times!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 21:49
Path of Exile 2’s New League Introduces a Brand-New Class
Looking for a strong start in Last of the Druids? We’ve updated our Path of Exile 2 guides with recommended leveling builds for the new league.
Other Games
Other
Yesterday at 21:31
Honkai: Star Rail Nameless Honor & Store Update for Version 3.8
Take a look at Honkai: Star Rail 3.8 Nameless Honor Update to learn about new changes and upcoming additions.
Honkai: Star Rail
HSR
Yesterday at 20:51
Thunder King Is Back and It Changes Your WoW Week!
Lei Shen Returns, Throne of Thunder opens, and Legion Remix hits its endgame. This is one of the weeks Classic players can’t ignore!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 20:35
These Midnight Housing Rooms Change How Garden Builds Work
Midnight’s new Circle rooms quietly unlock a whole new way to design garden-style builds once housing fully launches in Midnight.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 20:15
Skipping Legion Remix Right Now Means Missing a Ton of Bronze
Blizzard has just massively buffed Bronze sources in Legion Remix. This is the time you want to play to get all the missing rewards!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 19:50
Diablo 4 Shares Official Paladin Gameplay Video
Blizzard released an official Paladin gameplay video for Diablo 4, showing skills, combat flow, and the class in action. Watch it here.
Diablo IV
D4
Yesterday at 16:38
Player Housing Hit a New Level After an AI Golem Hoax
A fake AI housing build fooled the community, then players rebuilt it for real and the results are crazy!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 16:36
Sandfishing World Quest Now Available on EU Servers
Sandfishing WQ in Vol’dun is up on EU servers! Earn Adept Sandfisher and the maniacal Jani’s Trashpile mount fast.
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 16:24
Diablo 4 Paladin Uniques and Their Boss Drop Locations
Here is every new Paladin Unique in Diablo 4 Season 11 and the bosses that drop them, including flails, shields, weapons, and armor.
Diablo IV
D4
Yesterday at 14:46
Arknights: Endfield Release Date Confirmed!
Arknights: Endfield is coming worldwide in 2026. OneRepublic performs the new theme song, and pre-registration grants a ton of rewards!
Gacha
Gacha
Yesterday at 14:30
Diablo 4 Paladin Gets Angelic Arbiter Form in Lord of Hatred Expansion
Diablo 4’s Paladin gets a major new mechanic in the Lord of Hatred expansion: Arbiter Form, an angelic transformation inspired by Tyrael, and it is insane!
Diablo IV
D4
Yesterday at 14:05
Forget the Paladin – Diablo 4’s Big New Feature Is Fishing
Diablo 4’s Lord of Hatred expansion adds fishing! Here is what Blizzard revealed, how it might work, and why everyone is obsessed with it.
Diablo IV
D4
Yesterday at 13:18
Total War Enters Warhammer 40k—and It Looks Massive
Total War fans finally got what they’ve been waiting for—Creative Assembly has officially revealed Total War: Warhammer 40,000, complete with real gameplay, faction reveals, and a massive galactic campaign.
Other Games
Other
Yesterday at 11:42
Diablo 4’s Lord of Hatred Adds a Second New Class After Paladin
Diablo 4’s Lord of Hatred expansion adds more than just the Paladin. Blizzard also confirmed a second, unrevealed class coming in April 2026.
Diablo IV
D4
Yesterday at 11:39
Diablo 4 Season 11 Launch Hit by Lord of Hatred Pre-Order Issues
Diablo 4 Season 11 launched alongside a few problems! Here is what Blizzard acknowledged, workarounds, and what has been fixed so far.
Diablo IV
D4
Yesterday at 11:39
Claim Your Free Herald of Hatred Pet Bundle in Diablo 4!
Vessel of Hatred owners, rejoice! Diablo 4 is giving away the Herald of Hatred Pet Bundle for free. This reactive pet changes its appearance as you slay demons—claim yours now in the in-game store before it’s gone!
Diablo IV
D4
Yesterday at 10:46
Diablo 4 Lord of Hatred Brings Back the Horadric Cube
Blizzard’s Lord of Hatred expansion is shaking up Diablo 4 with major updates. The Horadric Cube is back, endgame systems are overhauled with War Plans, and new activities—including a surprising twist—are coming to Sanctuary. Here’s what fans need to know.
Diablo IV
D4
Yesterday at 10:05
Massive Skill Tree Rework Coming in Diablo 4 Lord of Hatred
Diablo 4’s Lord of Hatred expansion is finally bringing the massive Skill Tree overhaul players have been waiting for. Blizzard confirmed new skill variants, deeper customization, and a full rework for all eight classes.
Diablo IV
D4
Yesterday at 08:48
Preorder Lord of Hatred to Unlock Paladin Early in Diablo 4
Blizzard just confirmed it—preordering Diablo 4’s Lord of Hatred instantly unlocks early access to the new Paladin class. Alongside jumping in ahead of Season 11, players also get a stack of cosmetic rewards, mounts, pets, and even bonus decor items for World of Warcraft depending on the edition they choose.
Diablo IV
D4
Yesterday at 06:32
Wolphisto Rug, Big Chess Set, and Chest: Lord of Hatred Expansion Housing Decor for WoW
There’s WoW decor to be had in Diablo 4’s latest expansion! From the weird to the functional, these three items will enhance your home!
World of Warcraft
WoW
Yesterday at 05:52
GPTRACK50 Reveals Debut Game, Stupid Never Dies
Founded by Devil May Cry and Dragon’s Dogma producer Hiroyuki Kobayashi, the studio’s first game showcases colorful zombie action.
Other Games
Other
Yesterday at 05:13
Lara Croft Is Back – Two New Tomb Raider Games Announced
Crystal Dynamics reveals two new Tomb Raider games at The Game Awards! The all-new Tomb Raider: Catalyst and the reimagining Tomb Raider: Legacy of Atlantis!
Other Games
Other
Yesterday at 05:05
First Look at Skovos, the New Zone in Diablo 4’s Next Expansion
Diablo 4’s next expansion takes players to Skovos. Here is what Blizzard revealed about the region, its enemies, and its story role.
Diablo IV
D4
Yesterday at 04:50
Loot Filters Are Finally Coming to Diablo 4
Blizzard confirmed that Diablo 4’s Lord of Hatred expansion will finally introduce a Loot Filter, letting players target the gear they want!
Diablo IV
D4
Yesterday at 04:29
Diablo 4 Paladin Brings Back Blessed Hammer and Auras
Blizzard revealed the first Paladin skills for Diablo 4, including Blessed Hammer, Zeal, new Holy Damage tools, and signature holy attacks!
Diablo IV
D4
Yesterday at 03:47
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 War Within Season 3, PvP Season 3, Mythic+ Season 3, 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.
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11 Dec. 2025: Asaba Harumasa
- Updated build, teams, and guide.
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11 Dec. 2025: Asaba Harumasa
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11 Dec. 2025: Asaba Harumasa
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11 Dec. 2025: Illuga
- Illuga guide released.
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11 Dec. 2025: Illuga
- Illuga guide released.