Loot Distribution Policy
Our loot system is designed to balance individual progression with the long-term strength of the raid team. Members are expected to understand the rules before participating in loot distribution.
Soft Reserves
Each raider may select two soft reserves per raid.
Soft reserves indicate the items a player particularly wants from that raid. They help communicate priorities but do not guarantee an item.
- Each player is responsible for declaring their two soft reserves according to the raid’s instructions.
- Soft reserves apply to the designated raid and are not automatically carried into future raids.
- If multiple eligible players reserve the same item, the established raid loot procedure will determine the winner.
- Players should reserve items that meaningfully benefit their character and avoid creating unnecessary loot disputes.
Raid leadership may clarify how ties, off-spec items, or other unusual circumstances are handled before a raid begins.
Hard Reserves
The Co-GM and Loot Officer have the authority to establish hard reserves.
A hard reserve designates an item for a specified player or purpose and takes priority over ordinary soft-reserve competition.
Hard reserves may be used when leadership determines that a particular item needs to be directed toward a specific character or raid need. They should be communicated clearly enough for affected raiders to understand the arrangement before loot decisions are made.
The Co-GM and Loot Officer are responsible for ensuring that hard reserves are handled consistently and that any applicable alt-related carry-forward rules are followed.
Floor Loot and the Guild Bank
Floor loot goes to the guild bank.
Items designated as floor loot are not personal giveaways. They are collected for the benefit of the guild and its future needs.
The guild bank may be used to support guild operations, progression, consumables, crafting, and other approved guild purposes. Members should not assume that an item will be distributed personally just because nobody immediately claims it.
The Loot Officer or designated leadership is responsible for handling floor loot and ensuring it reaches the guild bank.
Loot Etiquette
Loot is a tool for progression, not a measure of personal worth.
Members are expected to accept loot decisions respectfully, avoid pressuring other players, and raise legitimate concerns privately with the appropriate officer. Public arguments, entitlement, and attempts to undermine the loot process are unacceptable.
Leadership may resolve unusual loot situations in the interest of fairness and raid progression, subject to the established reserve rules.