Title: [Hunter] Aspect of the Viper – Extremely Low Mana Regeneration Since Core Update
Character: Aligato
Class: Hunter
Bug Description
Since the recent core update, Aspect of the Viper seems to provide almost no mana regeneration.
The issue is particularly noticeable in arenas and battlegrounds, but I suspect it affects all types of content, including PvE.
Before the core update, Aspect of the Viper allowed me to continuously use my abilities while still recovering mana. Now, once I run out of mana (OOM), activating the aspect barely makes any difference.
I often have to wait 3–4 GCDs to regenerate enough mana for a single ability, and casting it immediately consumes most of the mana recovered.
My Hunter has Intelligence enchants on both weapons, as well as Intelligence gems to increase my mana pool. Despite this setup, mana regeneration feels almost nonexistent.
I have also noticed that I run OOM more frequently in raids, particularly when I don't benefit from mana regeneration buffs or effects provided by other classes. However, this is harder to evaluate in raids because those external effects can mask the issue.
Expected Behavior
Aspect of the Viper should provide mana regeneration consistent with the intended TBC mechanics, allowing Hunters to progressively recover mana during combat.
Request
Could the developers please verify Aspect of the Viper's mana regeneration calculations across all content, especially since the core update?
I cannot confirm whether regeneration was overtuned on the previous core or is currently undertuned, but the difference is massive. At the moment, Aspect of the Viper feels almost completely ineffective.
Thank you.
