Okay, let's be honest. We all sobbed our way through Shadowbringers, right? The feels were real. But what about after? That glorious, post-MSQ world… was it all sunshine and rainbows? Let's dive in, shall we?
The "WoW, I Finished!" Plateau
You've slain the unspeakable evil. You saved the First. You’re basically a god. So… now what? Suddenly, the MSQ is over. The credits roll. You're left blinking in the light, clutching your emotional support Estinien plushie. The world feels… strangely empty. Anyone else feel this? Just me? Okay then.
Suddenly, all those side quests you diligently ignored (because, you know, saving the world was a tad more pressing) are staring you down. And that relic weapon grind? Oh boy. Buckle up.
The second you finish Shadowbringers post-MSQ content, it hits you. The next expansion is looming. Suddenly, everyone is screaming about Endwalker theories and prepping their inventories. You're scrambling to catch up, feeling like you missed a memo. Like, did everyone get a free time-turner except me?
And the gear! Oh, the gear! Trying to min-max your stats while also looking fabulous is a full-time job. Who has time for that AND saving the world… again?
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The Unpopular Opinion: Shadowbringers Relic Grind… Overhyped?
Now, before you sharpen your pitchforks, hear me out. Yes, the Shadowbringers relic weapons look amazing. Yes, they’re powerful. But the grind? I’m not sure it’s worth the sanity drain. Especially when you know the next expansion is going to make them obsolete in approximately five minutes. Five minutes! I'm just saying, maybe spend that time crafting adorable furniture instead. Priorities, people!
"But think of the glamour!" I hear you cry.
Okay, fair point. Glamour is endgame. I retract my statement… almost.
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The True Endgame: Fashion and Friendships
Let's face it. The real endgame is always fashion. Dyeing your gear, experimenting with ridiculous hats, and perfecting that "I just casually saved the world" look. This is what truly matters.
And the friends we made along the way! Shadowbringers brought some fantastic new faces, and the post-MSQ is the perfect time to actually hang out with them. Run dungeons, take screenshots, and complain about the relic grind together. Misery loves company, after all.
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That One Dungeon You Can't Quite Master
We all have that one dungeon, don’t we? That one trial that makes you question your entire existence. You wipe, you rage, you threaten to uninstall the game… but you keep coming back for more. It's a love-hate relationship, fueled by stubbornness and the burning desire to prove you're not as bad as that one DPS who keeps standing in the bad stuff. (We're not naming names... cough Steve cough)
So, Was It Worth It?
Absolutely! Despite the post-MSQ lull, the relic grind struggles, and the impending Endwalker doom, Shadowbringers was an incredible journey. The story was captivating, the characters were memorable, and the world was breathtaking. Even if you spend most of your time now trying to perfect your gpose skills, it's all worth it.
Now, if you'll excuse me, I have some furniture to craft. And maybe, just maybe, I'll start that relic weapon… eventually.
