Overview
- Blizzard Entertainment has announced a ban on Gold Dragon Kill Points (GDKP) raids in World of Warcraft Classic, set to take effect on February 8.
- GDKP raids, which allow players to bid on gear with in-game gold, have been a significant part of the community's activities.
- Blizzard's decision is based on concerns about GDKP contributing to illicit activities such as real-money trading (RMT) and botting, and eroding traditional guild and social structures.
- Penalties for violating the ban will be severe, including account suspension and permanent closure.
- The community response to the ban has been mixed, with some players supporting the move and others criticizing it as a clampdown on player systems.