Pig & Whistle Tales - A World of Warcraft Podcast

Gabriel
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Do you enjoy World of Warcraft? Do you enjoy escaping to the lands of the alliance and the horde? Is retail your thing, or classic? Whatever it is, I want to expand on that enjoyment and add another element to bring your world. When you step away from your keyboard, why not tune in and listen to some relaxed chat. Imagine that you and your main character have had a tough day grinding, or raiding or battling through dungeons. You find yourself back at Stormwind, restock on potions, grab a haircut and visit the auction house. Then you wander past the Pig & Whistle public house and decide to walk in and sit for a while. The fire is dancing in the corner and the bar is buzzing with adventurers. As you sit and relax, you hear me in the background. I’m chatting about a variety of subjects that I am sure you will relate to. Luckily, I’ve captured my musings on these casts for you to download and listen to whenever is convenient for you. There is so much to talk about within the World of Warcraft that I will never be short of tales to tell. I will cover PVE, PVP, Dungeons, Raids, the latest chat, expansions, classic wow & retail, classes & specs. With your feedback and support, I will expand the subject matter as we progress. My aim is to share knowledge and experiences in a fun, relaxed and chilled way. Please subscribe, enjoy and keep coming back for more. Thank you.

  1. AUG 29

    From Roots to Roofs: How Midnight Will Transform Your Warcraft Experience

    Praises or critics can be send here! Also if there's anything you wish to hear about please send your requests here! Azeroth's next chapter beckons as the veils of mystery surrounding World of Warcraft's Midnight expansion finally lift. Nestled in our beloved Pig and Whistle Inn, we're diving deep into what promises to be a transformative evolution of the Warcraft universe. Player housing stands as the crown jewel of Midnight's offerings – neighborhoods with fifty plots each, creating living communities where your neighbors remain consistent unless someone moves. These spaces feature unique layouts, from bustling village centers to secluded outskirts, all designed to foster genuine community through neighborhood endeavors that take you back into Azeroth's open world. This isn't just decoration; it's the foundation of a reputation system that rewards collaborative effort with housing upgrades and rewards. Four diverse zones await exploration: Harandar (homeland of the Haranir), a completely revamped Quel'thalas (combining Eversong Woods, Ghostlands, and Isle of Quel'Danas after 17 years), an expanded Zul'Aman beyond its previous dungeon incarnations, and the mysterious Voidstorm. With eight dungeons, nine delves, and three raids in the first season alone, Midnight appears poised to deliver substantive content from day one. What excites you most about WoW's Midnight expansion? Share your thoughts and join us next week as we continue our detailed breakdown of everything coming in this ambitious new chapter of World of Warcraft.  Hope you all enjoy and hope you relate to any of these stories. And I will speak to you all in the next episode! Want some 3D printed Merch, find it here! https://pigandwhistletales.etsy.com Support the show here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1196870/supportpatreon.com/Pigandwhistlehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/PigandWhistle Socials : Twitch : https://www.twitch.tv/pigandwhistletales Youtube : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAOi6rHO3x90lOmmb82Jv1w Website : https://www.pigandwhistletales.com/ Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/pigandwhistletales/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/PigAndWhistleTales Try out Buzzsprout yourself! https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1154066 Listen to the podcast on other platforms: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/pig-whistle-tales-from-azeroth-gabriel-nsa902LrQVw/ https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/pig-whistle-tales-from-azeroth-1315927 https://open.spotify.com/show/5ZTkLtQvRSm4PStUfZquWk https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/3032607 The Music at the start is from Tony Catch they do many amazing cover songs for games you can find the link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHiF Support the show Support the show here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1196870/support patreon.com/Pigandwhistle https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PigandWhistle

    37 min

  2. AUG 15

    Exploring Mists of Pandaria and Legion Remix

    Praises or critics can be send here! Also if there's anything you wish to hear about please send your requests here! We dive deep into two hot topics: Celestial Dungeons in Mists of Pandaria and the upcoming Legion Remix. Both represent significant changes to the Classic WoW formula, offering exciting new ways to experience beloved content. • Wrath Time Walking is the bonus event for the week, offering badges for cosmetics and mounts • Celestial Dungeons replace Looking For Raid in MoP Classic, offering catch-up gear through buffed dungeon runs • Players can choose from four different buffs at the start of these dungeons based on their role • The Celestial Vendor will provide Looking For Raid tier gear when Terrace of Endless Springs releases • The remix includes an infinitely scaling cloak similar to MoP Remix, letting players grow in power indefinitely • Unique cosmetics include Fel-infused class mounts, Azshara-inspired robes, and Varian's sword Shalamayne • All characters and collectibles from Legion Remix will transfer to retail WoW when the event concludes • Artifact weapons are simplified with five elemental paths that players can freely switch between • A Diablo-style World Tier system allows players to increase difficulty and rewards throughout the world • These remixes serve as testing grounds for potential systems in future WoW expansions Let me know what you think about the remix format and your predictions for what Blizzard will announce at Gamescom! Hope you all enjoy and hope you relate to any of these stories. And I will speak to you all in the next episode! Want some 3D printed Merch, find it here! https://pigandwhistletales.etsy.com Support the show here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1196870/supportpatreon.com/Pigandwhistlehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/PigandWhistle Socials : Twitch : https://www.twitch.tv/pigandwhistletales Youtube : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAOi6rHO3x90lOmmb82Jv1w Website : https://www.pigandwhistletales.com/ Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/pigandwhistletales/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/PigAndWhistleTales Try out Buzzsprout yourself! https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1154066 Listen to the podcast on other platforms: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/pig-whistle-tales-from-azeroth-gabriel-nsa902LrQVw/ https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/pig-whistle-tales-from-azeroth-1315927 https://open.spotify.com/show/5ZTkLtQvRSm4PStUfZquWk https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/3032607 The Music at the start is from Tony Catch they do many amazing cover songs for games you can find the link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHiF Support the show Support the show here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1196870/support patreon.com/Pigandwhistle https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PigandWhistle

    25 min

  3. AUG 8

    Midnight's Preorder Controversy: Early Access Dilemma

    Praises or critics can be send here! Also if there's anything you wish to hear about please send your requests here! We discuss the accidentally released pre-order for the upcoming Midnight expansion, including early access to player housing and what this means for the community. • Weekly world bosses: Kordak, Godfather, and Rationor • Rationor requires using Reshi wraps and phase diving to defeat properly • Midnight expansion pre-order accidentally appeared on inactive WoW accounts • Early access to player housing sparks controversy about fairness and accessibility • Complete Mists of Pandaria raid release schedule: Mogushan Vaults, Heart of Fear (Aug 21), and Terrace of Endless Springs (Sept 4) • Celestial Dungeons coming August 12 offering LFR gear for alt catch-up • GDKP raids represent a community solution rather than a Blizzard problem • Discussion about the future of WoW Classic and potential progression to later expansions Check out our Etsy store for new items including the Scythe of Elune 3D print! Hope you all enjoy and hope you relate to any of these stories. And I will speak to you all in the next episode! Want some 3D printed Merch, find it here! https://pigandwhistletales.etsy.com Support the show here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1196870/supportpatreon.com/Pigandwhistlehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/PigandWhistle Socials : Twitch : https://www.twitch.tv/pigandwhistletales Youtube : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAOi6rHO3x90lOmmb82Jv1w Website : https://www.pigandwhistletales.com/ Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/pigandwhistletales/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/PigAndWhistleTales Try out Buzzsprout yourself! https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1154066 Listen to the podcast on other platforms: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/pig-whistle-tales-from-azeroth-gabriel-nsa902LrQVw/ https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/pig-whistle-tales-from-azeroth-1315927 https://open.spotify.com/show/5ZTkLtQvRSm4PStUfZquWk https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/3032607 The Music at the start is from Tony Catch they do many amazing cover songs for games you can find the link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHiF Support the show Support the show here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1196870/support patreon.com/Pigandwhistle https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PigandWhistle

    29 min

  4. AUG 1

    Gamescom Predictions and Mists of Pandaria Chaos

    Praises or critics can be send here! Also if there's anything you wish to hear about please send your requests here! Gamescom reveals the Midnight expansion from August 19-24 with player housing showcases, new mechanics deep dives, and hopefully some long-overdue PvP system changes. Meanwhile, Mists of Pandaria Classic launched with such catastrophic vehicle combat bottlenecks that Blizzard had to auto-complete the first quest for everyone. • Weekly world bosses Orta and the Gobfather available in Ashkahet and Undermine • War Within dungeons, BFA timewalking, and pet battles bonus events running simultaneously • Deep Wind Dunk brawl featuring orb-carrying battleground mechanics • Gamescom streaming begins August 19th with expansion trailer and developer presentations • Player housing live demonstrations and creator mythic dungeon showcases planned • Hope for lasting mechanics rather than borrowed power systems that disappear • Speculation about new classes following recent Blizzard survey on celestial beings and tinkerers • PvP MMR system desperately needs updating from 2006-era rating mechanics • Mists of Pandaria vehicle combat quests crashed servers due to bottleneck design • Half Hill farming system provides engaging daily profession progression • Guild raiding starting next Sunday with relaxed progression approach Hope you all enjoy and hope you relate to any of these stories. And I will speak to you all in the next episode! Want some 3D printed Merch, find it here! https://pigandwhistletales.etsy.com Support the show here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1196870/supportpatreon.com/Pigandwhistlehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/PigandWhistle Socials : Twitch : https://www.twitch.tv/pigandwhistletales Youtube : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAOi6rHO3x90lOmmb82Jv1w Website : https://www.pigandwhistletales.com/ Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/pigandwhistletales/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/PigAndWhistleTales Try out Buzzsprout yourself! https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1154066 Listen to the podcast on other platforms: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/pig-whistle-tales-from-azeroth-gabriel-nsa902LrQVw/ https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/pig-whistle-tales-from-azeroth-1315927 https://open.spotify.com/show/5ZTkLtQvRSm4PStUfZquWk https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/3032607 The Music at the start is from Tony Catch they do many amazing cover songs for games you can find the link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHiF Support the show Support the show here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1196870/support patreon.com/Pigandwhistle https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PigandWhistle

    27 min

  5. JUL 18

    The Love and Frustration of Two Decades in World of Warcraft

    Praises or critics can be send here! Also if there's anything you wish to hear about please send your requests here! The Pig and Whistle Tales from Azeroth podcast dives into World of Warcraft questions, covering everything from personal favorites to deep thoughts about the game's evolution over nearly two decades. • Weekly news on current world bosses in Hellefall and the Undermine • Battlegrounds and Legion Time Walking as the bonus events of the week • Gravity Lapse brawl discussion with its impacts on ranged vs melee classes • Personal mount favorites including the Shadowlands gladiator dragon for sentimental reasons • Invincible from Lich King discussed as an iconic mount with rich lore connections • Critical analysis of the 95-5 split between PvE and PvP content development • Call for better developer communication about PvP content and updates • Reflection on the player base being both the best and worst aspect of WoW • Nostalgic discussion about experiencing WoW again for the first time • The unique magic of WoW compared to other MMOs and gaming experiences Check out all the socials down below and visit the Etchy shop for merchandise. Hope you all enjoy and hope you relate to any of these stories. And I will speak to you all in the next episode! Want some 3D printed Merch, find it here! https://pigandwhistletales.etsy.com Support the show here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1196870/supportpatreon.com/Pigandwhistlehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/PigandWhistle Socials : Twitch : https://www.twitch.tv/pigandwhistletales Youtube : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAOi6rHO3x90lOmmb82Jv1w Website : https://www.pigandwhistletales.com/ Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/pigandwhistletales/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/PigAndWhistleTales Try out Buzzsprout yourself! https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1154066 Listen to the podcast on other platforms: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/pig-whistle-tales-from-azeroth-gabriel-nsa902LrQVw/ https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/pig-whistle-tales-from-azeroth-1315927 https://open.spotify.com/show/5ZTkLtQvRSm4PStUfZquWk https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/3032607 The Music at the start is from Tony Catch they do many amazing cover songs for games you can find the link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHiF Support the show Support the show here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1196870/support patreon.com/Pigandwhistle https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PigandWhistle

    27 min

  6. JUL 11

    Reimagining Azeroth: What Players Want From a Classic Plus Experience

    Praises or critics can be send here! Also if there's anything you wish to hear about please send your requests here! We explore Blizzard's survey on what players want from a potential Classic Plus version of World of Warcraft while sipping drinks at the cozy Pig and Whistle Inn in Stormwind. • Weekly world boss updates: Kordak and the Gobfather • This week's bonus events: Wall of the Drain Time Walking and World Quests • Arathiizzard is the featured PvP brawl with unique snowy terrain • Honor System redesign possibilities that could make PvP more engaging • War Mode as an alternative to PvP servers to consolidate populations • New zones entirely unique to Classic Plus in Eastern Kingdoms and Kalimdor • Potential for new 10, 20, and 40-player raid dungeons • Graphical improvements that could be toggled on or off by players • Discussion of new race/class combinations or entirely new classes • The possibility of transmog limited to rested areas and instances • Options for what happens after Mists of Pandaria Classic concludes Check out all of our socials below and visit our Etsy shop where we're adding new items daily! Go with val, friends! Hope you all enjoy and hope you relate to any of these stories. And I will speak to you all in the next episode! Want some 3D printed Merch, find it here! https://pigandwhistletales.etsy.com Support the show here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1196870/supportpatreon.com/Pigandwhistlehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/PigandWhistle Socials : Twitch : https://www.twitch.tv/pigandwhistletales Youtube : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAOi6rHO3x90lOmmb82Jv1w Website : https://www.pigandwhistletales.com/ Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/pigandwhistletales/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/PigAndWhistleTales Try out Buzzsprout yourself! https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1154066 Listen to the podcast on other platforms: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/pig-whistle-tales-from-azeroth-gabriel-nsa902LrQVw/ https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/pig-whistle-tales-from-azeroth-1315927 https://open.spotify.com/show/5ZTkLtQvRSm4PStUfZquWk https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/3032607 The Music at the start is from Tony Catch they do many amazing cover songs for games you can find the link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHiF Support the show Support the show here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1196870/support patreon.com/Pigandwhistle https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PigandWhistle

    30 min

  7. JUL 4

    Classic Plus Survey: What's Next?

    Praises or critics can be send here! Also if there's anything you wish to hear about please send your requests here! The Classic Plus survey raises critical questions about how Blizzard might extend the WoW Classic experience with new features while maintaining its distinctive charm. We analyze potential additions ranging from cross-faction class availability to WoW tokens and explore what they could mean for the game's future. • Weekly reset information includes Collector's Bounty with 5% increased drop rates for pre-Dragonflight rare items • Shamans for Alliance and Paladins for Horde would break faction identity but provide more player options • Collections UI and account-wide unlocks would improve convenience but might diminish character uniqueness • In-game events between major content releases could solve the raid logging problem • Class talent adjustments could make underpowered specs viable while maintaining classic combat feel • WoW Token could address the botting problem despite being controversial • Visiting unexplored zones like Mount Hyjal and Gilneas would add fresh content within established lore • Cross-realm play could help maintain healthy server populations Tune in next week for part two where we'll continue breaking down the remaining survey questions and discuss the biggest proposal at the end. Hope you all enjoy and hope you relate to any of these stories. And I will speak to you all in the next episode! Want some 3D printed Merch, find it here! https://pigandwhistletales.etsy.com Support the show here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1196870/supportpatreon.com/Pigandwhistlehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/PigandWhistle Socials : Twitch : https://www.twitch.tv/pigandwhistletales Youtube : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAOi6rHO3x90lOmmb82Jv1w Website : https://www.pigandwhistletales.com/ Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/pigandwhistletales/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/PigAndWhistleTales Try out Buzzsprout yourself! https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1154066 Listen to the podcast on other platforms: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/pig-whistle-tales-from-azeroth-gabriel-nsa902LrQVw/ https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/pig-whistle-tales-from-azeroth-1315927 https://open.spotify.com/show/5ZTkLtQvRSm4PStUfZquWk https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/3032607 The Music at the start is from Tony Catch they do many amazing cover songs for games you can find the link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHiF Support the show Support the show here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1196870/support patreon.com/Pigandwhistle https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PigandWhistle

    31 min

  8. JUN 27

    Pig and Whistle: Debating Classic WoW's Evolution

    Praises or critics can be send here! Also if there's anything you wish to hear about please send your requests here! We dive into current World of Warcraft Classic controversies and examine the philosophical divide between preservation and accessibility in the game. As the classic ecosystem continues to evolve, we explore the balance changes coming to Mists of Pandaria, the end of Season of Discovery, and why one-button rotations should be implemented in all versions of WoW. • Weekly events include Charai and The Godfather world bosses, Mists of Pandaria timewalking, and Pact House PvP brawl • One-button rotation should be implemented in all versions of WoW for accessibility purposes • Season of Discovery was always meant as a testing ground for Classic Plus features • Server population issues require merges and better faction balance across all Classic versions • Most Classic changes come from player feedback, including solutions to world buff purging • Mists of Pandaria Classic balance changes aim to prevent massive class disparities due to launching with patch 5.4 systems Check out all our socials below and visit our Etsy shop for constant updates and new merchandise. Hope you all enjoy and hope you relate to any of these stories. And I will speak to you all in the next episode! Want some 3D printed Merch, find it here! https://pigandwhistletales.etsy.com Support the show here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1196870/supportpatreon.com/Pigandwhistlehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/PigandWhistle Socials : Twitch : https://www.twitch.tv/pigandwhistletales Youtube : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAOi6rHO3x90lOmmb82Jv1w Website : https://www.pigandwhistletales.com/ Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/pigandwhistletales/ Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/PigAndWhistleTales Try out Buzzsprout yourself! https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1154066 Listen to the podcast on other platforms: https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/pig-whistle-tales-from-azeroth-gabriel-nsa902LrQVw/ https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/pig-whistle-tales-from-azeroth-1315927 https://open.spotify.com/show/5ZTkLtQvRSm4PStUfZquWk https://podcastaddict.com/podcast/3032607 The Music at the start is from Tony Catch they do many amazing cover songs for games you can find the link here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHiF Support the show Support the show here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1196870/support patreon.com/Pigandwhistle https://www.buymeacoffee.com/PigandWhistle

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Do you enjoy World of Warcraft? Do you enjoy escaping to the lands of the alliance and the horde? Is retail your thing, or classic? Whatever it is, I want to expand on that enjoyment and add another element to bring your world. When you step away from your keyboard, why not tune in and listen to some relaxed chat. Imagine that you and your main character have had a tough day grinding, or raiding or battling through dungeons. You find yourself back at Stormwind, restock on potions, grab a haircut and visit the auction house. Then you wander past the Pig & Whistle public house and decide to walk in and sit for a while. The fire is dancing in the corner and the bar is buzzing with adventurers. As you sit and relax, you hear me in the background. I’m chatting about a variety of subjects that I am sure you will relate to. Luckily, I’ve captured my musings on these casts for you to download and listen to whenever is convenient for you. There is so much to talk about within the World of Warcraft that I will never be short of tales to tell. I will cover PVE, PVP, Dungeons, Raids, the latest chat, expansions, classic wow & retail, classes & specs. With your feedback and support, I will expand the subject matter as we progress. My aim is to share knowledge and experiences in a fun, relaxed and chilled way. Please subscribe, enjoy and keep coming back for more. Thank you.

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