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Episode 93 – Can’t Rank If The Boss Don’t Die

Episode 93 brings the final instalment of the back to fundamentals series and who better to talk about how to refine your DPS game than our good friend Serenity Saz! Not only is this her 4th time back on the show, but once again she drops some knowledge on the boys that even these dummies can appreciate. From lining up trinket procs, to thinking like a tank, to having fun, getting back to the basics is easy as sitting down on a dummy! (her words, not ours)

 

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https://twitter.com/SerenitySaz
http://serenitysaz.blogspot.com

Episode 92 – Meters Don’t Matter! Honestly!

In this next episode in the fundamental series, it’s all about healing! The boys are joined by world class raider, Monkioh from Midwinter. We learn about everything from UI to coordinating cool downs to mana management… and craziest of all, meters don’t matter?!?!? If you have ever wanted to hold the life of your team in the palm of your hands, then this is the episode you do not want to miss.

 

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https://twitter.com/Monkioh
http://www.twitch.tv/monkioh
http://summonstone.com/

Episode 91 – Be Liberal, But Not TOO Liberal

Every once in a while you just gotta get back to basics, and in Episode 91, it’s about the tank. The boys are joined once again by rock star tank, Allayva. If you’re new to tanking or just want some fresh perspective into what it takes to volunteer to get hit in the face week after week, this is an episode you do not want to miss.
https://twitter.com/allayva
 

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Episode 90 – 1, 1, 1, 1, 2, 1, 1, 1, 1, 2

In episode 90 the boys have finally gotten their act together and called in their good mage friend, Trofie! It’s time to get the 1,1,2,1 on the hardest spec in the entire game. You just may be surprised when you hear exactly how much juggling goes into making sure you stay on top of the meters.

https://twitter.com/TrofieTheMage
http://www.magesguile.com/
http://altered-time.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=3&t=1455

 

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Episode 89 – When Hend Is Away Rob Will Play

In episode 89 Rob decides that with Hend out of the country, he can do whatever he wants. Everything from Chocolate to Hearthstone to pet battle strategies to affliction warlock rotation, this one is kind of a hot mess. Let’s just be happy that Hend only goes on vacation once a year.

 

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Episode 88 – Ramen Jade Noodle

In episode 88 the boys are joined by the least scumbag monk in the community, Calligraphy! It’s all about Windwalkers and you know the drill… stats, talents, rotations, and more. You may want to grab a pen and paper because the single target rotation just might make your brain have an (chi)explosion!

https://twitter.com/callimonk

 

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Episode 87 – Worst One Shot Ever

In this episode, the boys are joined once again by the human face of Ask Mr Robot, Vee! So much has changed from the old robot you used to know and it all gets put on the table in episode 87. From the brand new infographic feature, to talents and glyphs, to individual rankings, our binary buddy has got you covered!

Worst One Shot Ever

https://twitter.com/AskMrRobot
https://twitter.com/Zoopercat
http://www.askmrrobot.com/

 

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Episode 86 – Faebelina’s Faebulous Art Farts

In this episode the boys are joined by community Warcraft fan art favourite, Faebelina! Come listen in as they discuss how the doughnuts are made. Everything from inspiration, to software, to what you need to know to get your own commission (Blizzcon Badge!). With Blizzcon 2015 just down the road, this is an episode you won’t want to miss!

https://twitter.com/Faebelina
http://faebelina.tumblr.com/
http://www.twitch.tv/faebelina
http://faebelina.deviantart.com/

 

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Episode 85 – Under The Bus

What’s that? Logs are boring you say? Well not in episode 85! The boys are joined again by our pal Pallie, aka The Raid Doctor. This time they have decided to throw themselves under the bus. In this episode we dig deep into Warcraft Logs and learn how to pinpoint exactly where we are failing and how we can fix it. “That sounds complicated” you say? Nonsense! Logs are more accessible than ever with new features like the problem tab and instant replays. You can even see which one of your team members has been snapping SELFIES during those progression fights. Want to step up your game? Good! Cause Warcraft Logs is ready to call you out!

https://www.youtube.com/user/wmulvihill1120
https://twitter.com/giterraid
http://www.giterraid.com/

 

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Episode 84 – You Had One Jab!

Pull up a chair, tap the Keg (Smash), and pour yourself a frothy mug of Elusive Brew as Daggerd tells the tale of Brewmaster monks! Rob and Hend learn the finer points of Monk tanking and keg smashing in this self-serving episode! Plus, your ears get another treat with Kym filling us in on Ashran! Sit back, relax, and enjoy!

https://twitter.com/Daggerd1404

https://misumqt.wordpress.com/2015/02/03/the-cult-of-elusive-brew-a-guide-to-playing-brewmaster-monk-in-warlord-of-draenor/

http://totalsbrewtalk.net/

 

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Episode 82 – There Will Be Blood

In this episode, there will be BLOOD! The boys are joined by champion Death Knight, Epic Insanity! The crew discusses everything from talents to glyphs to dirty socks. Things have certainly changed since this mighty tank class ruled on high in Siege of Orgrimmar. Are Death Knights still all that and a bag of blood boils? You’ll just have to listen and find out. Also, Transmog Anxiety is a real thing. Find out what YOU can do about this serious condition.

https://twitter.com/epic_insanity
http://frozenerdz.com/

 

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Episode 81 – Something’s Wearing Khadgar… Like a Suit

Do you ever just blindly hit accept on a quest and wonder what is really going on in that big crazy digital world of Azeroth? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Adding to the list of epic three-peat guests, the boys are joined once again by the queen of lore herself, Anne Stickney! We get caught up on everything Pandaria and dig into what is going on in Warlords. Rob gets sentimental about Garrosh and the gang dives into the important question…. Where the heck is Wrathion!?!? If you have a heart, this is an episode you don’t want to miss!

http://blizzardwatch.com/
https://twitter.com/shadesogrey

 

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Episode 80 – Symphony of Destruction

What’s that? Another self serving episode? Well, if you love Destruction Warlocks as much as Hend, then you will definitely pick up some pointers from our friendly, neighbourhood Warlock, Fayt! You know the drill… all the talents, glyphs, and priority rotations you can handle! Make sure to stick around for Things I Learned The Hard Way as Hend fesses up to possibly one of his greatest moments in game so far.

https://twitter.com/FaytTemple
http://www.trollinthedungeon.com/

 

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Episode 79 – Shaman Mail Enhancement

After a brief hiatus (blame Hearthstone) the boys celebrate their triumphant return with their very first three-peat guest…. Serenity Saz! After the abillity pruning and class balance that Warlords has rained down upon us, even the best players need to revisit the Training Dummies. Saz gives us all the info we need in order for Khrainos… errrr ALL the Enhancement Shaman to take it to the next level. It doesn’t even matter how much the crew got derailed this episode because… dat Saz!!!

http://serenitysaz.blogspot.com/
https://twitter.com/serenitysaz
http://www.twitch.tv/saltysaz

 

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Episode 78 – Nitty Gritty On The Feral Kitty

The guys stopped deleting their druids for long enough to realize that maybe druids do have some awesome to bring to the table. In this episode Rob and Hend are joined by long time friend of the show and feral druid rockstar, Elamari! We get into the nitty gritty of feral kitty talents, dps, and glyphs and even clear the air about DoT snap-shotting. We also learn that Mike Preach was wrong about feral kittys and the level 100 talents are kind of awesome!

https://fileunderferal.wordpress.com/
https://twitter.com/Elamari_

 

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Episode 77 – Come WoD, You’ll Love Garrisons

What the heck is a Garrison?! Do you need a Garrison? What are followers? How exactly does the whole thing work? In this special episode, the boys are joined by AlternativeChat to get all the essential details about Garrisons and exactly why you should buy your ticket for the hype train before it leaves the station!

http://www.alternative-blog.net/
https://twitter.com/AlternativeChat
http://blog.askmrrobot.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/Garrisons1.png

 

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Episode 76 – Just The Tip(s)

With Blizzcon just around the corner, the boys wanted to make sure you get ALL THE TIPS on making your trip a successful one. The one and only Salty Sláinte gives us the details about everything from hygiene to food trucks to mouth hugs to a juggling Arthas. Even if you aren’t going to attend this year, you definitely don’t want to miss this episode!

https://twitter.com/SaltySlainte
https://bitterandsalty.com/

 

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Episode 75 – Shaman Is The New Druid

In this monumental episode the dummies are joined by not one, not two, but THREE amazing guests. Get yourself comfortable and prepare to enjoy the accents of podcasting’s royals as the cast from Girls Gone WoW discuss the challenges of picking a main character for the new expansion. From constipation to hardcore progression to boredom to just wanting to have some good old fun, no class is safe as shots are fired in all directions! Everyone has a good laugh when “Things I learned the hard way” quickly turns into a #warcraftshaming session.

http://girlsgonewow.net/
https://twitter.com/GGWshow

 

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Episode 74 – You Wanna Keep It Light & Fluffy

In this episode the boys take another stroll down RP lane. Not sure how to get into it? That’s OK because we aren’t either! From the finer points of how not to be a jerk, to online resources, to addons, this show is packed full of RP goodness. We also learn that transmog is just a gateway to RP and Meatwhistle really does have a story to tell!

https://twitter.com/clockwork_bells
http://shieldsandsheep.com/

Mend’s Transmog
Zend’s Transmog

 

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The One With Molsan

This week the Dummies are joined by podcasting royalty when Molsan stops by and gives the boys the low down on how to fill up their in game wallets. With Warlords (FINALLY!) on the horizon, everyone wants to make sure that their stable of alts is well funded and ready to go. Molsan keeps it real and even flips the tables on the boys with some interview questions of his own. With the wealth of knowledge packed into this one, there should be a fee for this episode!

https://www.tradeskillmaster.com/
https://twitter.com/Molsan
https://bitterandsalty.com/

 

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Episode 72 – Challenge Accepted

As we anxiously await the drop of Warlords of Draenor, the Dummies know that people are looking for things to do in the meantime. Rather than refreshing your inbox in hopes of that elusive beta key, why not try something a little more… challenging! In this episode the boys are joined by Challenge Mode extraordinaire Thunderspank! Having multiple gold victories with several classes across all 3 roles, Thunder gives us the dirty details on what you need to know to win that mount and finally get your CM transmog gear! If you’re ready to show off that badge of honor, this is an episode you do not want to miss.

http://thunderspank.com/mop/puging-for-glory/
https://twitter.com/_thunderspank

 

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Episode 71 – Wanna Play Doctor?

Do you ever have those moments where you just can’t quite down that boss? Is your roster running a little lean? Do you ever wish you had that outside perspective that could help give you that little push? Good news everyone… The Raid Doctor is in! The boys are joined tonight by Pallie from GetErRaid with an awesome new service for the Warcraft community. This brand new episode is sure to be a prescription for success!

https://www.youtube.com/user/wmulvihill1120
https://twitter.com/GitErRaid

 

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Episode 70 – Door Stoppers & You

In this very special episode the boys are joined by Roni from Lil Red Cosplay where they learn all about… you guessed it COSPLAY! From paper, to door stops, to paper towel rolls, find out how you can use ALL THE THINGS to make your costume!

https://www.facebook.com/LilRedCosplay
https://twitter.com/Stroughnecks

 

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Episode 69 – Dude, Your PVPness is Showing!

This week it’s all about the PVP with Dae and Jabcup from Dots, Hots, & Grave Plots. They teach Hend and Rob all about battlegraounds, from the actual rules, how to win, and a few advanced tips & tricks. Got your guild banner? Despite what they may have said about PVP in the past, Hend and Rob cannot deny that their PVPness is out in the open now!

Web – Dots, Hots, & Grave Plots
Twitter – https://twitter.com/Jabcup
https://twitter.com/CreatureVenus
https://twitter.com/dhgppodcast

 

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Episode 67 – Let The Pwnanza Begin!

In this heal-centric episode, the boys are joined by world ranked healer Stormieh! In this look back at the evolution of healing through Pandaria, we learn about what it was like to go from heroic progression to boredom. What does really have in store? And Stormieh reveals what may just be the craziest advanced trick we have heard on this show… EVAR!

Twitter – https://twitter.com/Stormieh_Mw
Twitch – www.twitch.tv/stormieh1337‎
Guild – www.pwnanza.com
Guild 2nd – www.cerebral.s4.bizhat.com (cerebral)
Guide – http://eu.battle.net/wow/en/forum/topic/9818712577

 

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Episode 66 – Thrill Of The Suck

It’s time for HUNTER TALK!!! The boys are joined in this episode but 9 year, loyal hunter and fellow Catalyst Gaming Media friend, Quori!!! In one of the most requested class guides to date, we discuss how to pew pew your way to greatness. Whether you bring your sporebat, your wolf, or the legendary Broken Tooth, this is one episode you do not want to miss!

Twitter – @QuoriWoW
Podcast – Azeroth Pirate Radio

 

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Episode 65 – Jab. Jab. Uplift. Fin.

In this triumphant return the boys welcome Windwalker extraordinaire, Rotund! We get all the latest and greatest on the most punchy and kicky dps spec in game. Rotund helps clear the air on the great haste vs mastery debate and gives us some tips on how to take your fists of fury to the next level. Kym had a brand new Crowd Control and of course everyone had an tale for “Things I learned the hard way.” Please do enjoy episode 65!

Twitter – https://twitter.com/Brotund
Sentry Totem Guide- http://sentrytotem.com/category/classes/monk/windwalker

 

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Episode 64 – It’s Like a High Five To The Face

You know that one healer that just steals ALL THE HEALS? The one that you hate but it’s because you are kind of jealous… Despite all the technical difficulties, Vero stayed for the long haul tonight to set the record straight on all things disc. It’s more than just smite to win and in episode 64 we learn exactly what it takes to make all the other healers go lay down for a nap.

Twitter – https://twitter.com/veroicone
YouTube – www.youtube.com/nacochan

 

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Episode 63 – ENHANCEMENT IS AWESOME!!!

“ENHANCEMENT IS AWESOME! Everything is cool when you’re spreading your flames!” Once again it’s time to fix Hend and who better to set the record straight than the Enhancement Shayman stormlashing soloist survivor… Serenity Saz! You better grab a pen and notepad because we dig into all the details of this face melting melee spec. From the basics of stat priorities to the talent tree to spell rotation, this is an episode you do not want to miss! Can Saz finally make Hend understand the majesty and glory of Ascendance?!?! Sit back and enjoy episode 63 to find out!

https://twitter.com/SerenitySaz
http://serenitysaz.blogspot.ca/

 

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Episode 62 – Sixty-two Shades of Grey

Remember that time when Anne Stickney came on the show and it was so awesome?! Yeah, well she did it again! This time we look at wrapping up Mists of Pandaria and what you need to know going into Warlords of Draenor. Was Garrosh actually corrupt? Is Jaina going to snap and be the next villain? What the heck is Wrathion up to? This is another lore-tastic episode you don’t want to miss!

http://www.amazon.com/World-Warcraft-Ultimate-Visual-Guide/dp/1465414444
http://wow.joystiq.com/2014/02/16/know-your-lore-tfh-edition-the-black-prince/
https://twitter.com/Shadesogrey

 

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Episode 61 – Bowling Bumper Boss Mods

Are you looking to take your game to the next level? Then you won’t want to miss episode 61 where the boys are joined by the world ranked, raid leader of Blood Legion, the one and only Riggnaros! From progression raiding to guild roster and alts to UI to mythic raiding, Riggnaros weighs in on what you should know to up your game! He even has his own contribution for “Things I learned the hard way”.

http://www.riggnaros.com/
http://www.twitch.tv/riggnarosbl

http://www.riggnaros.com/
http://www.twitch.tv/riggnarosbl
https://twitter.com/riggnaros

 

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Episode 60 – Resto Shaman! They’re Totemly Awesome!

In this long awaited episode the boys are joined by good friend and heroic progression resto Shaman, Darni! It’s high time for Hend to learn a thing or two about his own main class. From stats to talents to that one buff that does that one thing, we dig deep into the Shaman toolbox and learn how to make those most of those totems! We announce the winner of the favorite macro as well as reveal a NEW contest! Sit back and enjoy episode 60!

Twitter – @DarnitAgain

 

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Episode 59 – Remember Protection When Using Your Hands

In this episode the boys dig deep into the encyclopedia of all things Holy Paladin with very special guest, Megacode! You better have a notepad handy because the amount of information dropped during this session is nothing short of MEGA-EPIC! Mega helps to clear the air about stats, talents, and glyphs and gives tons of in depth information on how to maximize your game and use the light to its fullest. And if that wasn’t enough, we celebrate the return of our favorite swoon worthy Scot for a Pally-centric segment of Crowd Control! This is definitely a HANDS ON episode that you don’t want to miss!

Twitter – @FFPMMarc
http://healingspec.com/
healingspec@gmail.com

 

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Episode 58 – Mistweaving: Know your roll.

In this episode the boys are joined by Mistweaver extraordinaire, Tzufit! A lot has changed for the mighty monk healers throughout this expansion and it’s time to clear the air about everything from stat priorities to talents and glyphs and whether or not Fistweaving is really mandatory. The boys also announce a new contest that you won’t wanna miss… So sit back and enjoy episode 58!

Twitter – @soetzufit
Twitter – @JusticePoints
http://treehealsgowoosh.wordpress.com/
SoETzufit@gmail.com

 

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Episode 57 – Engineering. It’s Fair Dinkum.

Do you ever see someone sprint past you at lightning speed? Or bail off the side of a cliff only to sprout wings and glide off into the sunset? Do you wanna be everyone’s best friend as YOU get all the glory for dropping a Jeeves in the middle of that LFR? Come and enjoy this episode with special guest Moogyver as we discuss the magic of everyone’s favorite profession… Engineering! Even Hend learns a thing or two about his own main toon’s profession and Rob just sits back in jealousy.

We want to extend a special congratulations and lots of Hendlove to Kym and Andy as they have finally welcomed their new addition into their home.

Twitter – @Moogyver
spareparts.podomatic.com
sparepartsmailbox@gmail.com

 

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Episode 56 – There’s A Strat In There Somewhere

And now for something completely similar… The boys have invited Ceraphus and Xia to discuss the dummies involvement with Catalyst Gaming Media. What is it? Why should you be excited about it? Listen in and find out exactly what the buzz is all about!!! And if you’re lucky maybe Xia will talk extra fancy for you!

 

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MOTW Ep 55 – Brewmaster Brilliance

These macros come courtesy of Sunnier, as well as the descriptions for them. Enjoy.

This macro targets yourself with Chi Wave, guaranteeing that Chi Wave will heal you on its first bounce. That’s pretty important if you want Chi Wave to be useful while tanking. Just in case you want to start the Chi Wave bounce on someone other than yourself, use it with the ctrl modifier.

#showtooltip
/use [nomod, @player] Chi Wave
/use [mod:ctrl] Chi Wave

This macro puts all your taunt functionality on the same button. Without modifiers, it simply taunts your target. With shift, it targets and taunts off your Ox Statue, which is an AoE taunt. With ctrl, it casts Leer of the Ox (assuming you have it glyphed), which taunts some mobs onto your statue.

#showtooltip
/cast [nomod] Provoke
/target [mod:shift] Black Ox Statue;
/cast [mod:shift] Provoke
/cast [mod:ctrl] Leer of the Ox

MOTW Ep 55 – World Raid Markers

Use this macro to bind world markers to your keys. To change between the various colors, simply change the last digit in the macro on the second line to the corresponding number in the table below! Thanks and hendlove to Pudkud for sending this in!

/click CompactRaidFrameManagerDisplayFrameLeaderOptionsRaidWorldMarkerButton
/click DropDownList1Button1

1 Blue square
2 Green triangle
3 Purple diamond
4 Red cross
5 Yellow Star
6 Clear All