31 pt vs 51 pt talent trees

Well, it's been some time since the new talent trees were announced. Already it feels like "how did we ever deal with 71 talents to spend." I didn't like the change at first since it reduced the number of choices we have which meant reduction in customization. However, now that I'm trying to spec my priests shadow to start getting some practice, I'm looking at these massive talent trees and pretty overwhelmed. I can't imagine what new players would feel like.

So, Blizz, you did a good job - the talent trees did need to be reduced in size and complexity.

I'm still not a huge fan of forcing 31 points in a talent tree before being able to move into a second tree, but overall the changes are good.

I agree that 71 talent points seemed pretty bloated. The new trees are cool for sure, but I'm waiting until they get closer to finished with them before I even spend much time on them. They change so drastically from one build to another that it almost isn't worth the time right now, unless that is your "thing". Apparently it isn't mine ;)

shame. Would have loved to see the ridiculous spreadsheet models emanating from EJ, right up my street!