Question 1

Can I raid if I have kids or a busy schedule?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Parents, professionals, returning players, and adults with limited free time are welcome. Community members have no raid attendance requirement; Raiders follow Raider Expectations. You don't have to raid to be part of the guild; our raid team runs Tuesday and Friday for those who want in.

Question 2

Do I have to be in House of Zug to join the raid team?

Accepted Answer

We'd love that, but no. Some people want to stay in another guild, often because that's where their friends are. If you show up and meet our raider expectations, you're welcome on the raid team.

When there's competition for a roster spot, we'll lean toward the guild member. We also encourage you to keep at least an alt in House of Zug so you can be part of the community.

Question 3

What's the weekly commitment?

Accepted Answer

Raiders commit to both scheduled raid nights. That is six hours a week total.

Question 4

When do people usually play?

Accepted Answer

Guild Happy Hour is 7–10 PM Pacific. Most of us log on for an hour or two, a few nights a week. You don't need to live in Pacific; what matters is that your evenings overlap.

Question 5

What is the current raid progression?

Accepted Answer

We are leveling and will set the first raid date after reviewing the guild's pace in January. The raid times are set; see Raiding for the current plan.

Question 6

Are off-night events required?

Accepted Answer

No. Guild Happy Hour is a shared window, not an organized event or attendance requirement. Other community play is player-led.

Question 7

Can I join without raiding?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Anyone 18+ who follows the Code of Conduct is welcome. You don't have to raid to be part of the guild; our raid team runs Tuesday and Friday for those who want in.

Question 8

What happens if I miss a raid?

Accepted Answer

Post your absence in #attendance as early as you can, ideally 24 hours ahead. See the attendance policy in Raider Expectations.

Question 9

How does the bench work?

Accepted Answer

Officers rotate bench time fairly and ask for volunteers first. A benched raider stays available and receives the same attendance credit and EP as the raid. See the attendance policy for details.

Question 10

What are the minimum raider requirements?

Accepted Answer

The current requirements cover level, assigned spec and talents, gear, preparation, encounter knowledge, Discord voice, and the required Guilded addon. See Raider Expectations for the current checklist.

Question 11

How do you approach performance?

Accepted Answer

We value preparation, mechanics, teamwork, and steady improvement—not just damage or healing totals. See Raider Expectations for the full standard.

Question 12

How do I join?

Accepted Answer

Follow the Code of Conduct, join our Discord, and post your character name in #guild-invites; any member can invite you. Or ask anyone in game; type /who House of Zug to see who's online. No form. No interview. After joining, say hello in #general. If you sign up for raids, an officer will follow up.

Question 13

Why is a parent-friendly guild 18+?

Accepted Answer

Because parents need a place to unwind, too. Being parent-friendly means understanding bedtime routines, family interruptions, and limited free time. It also means giving adults a place to relax with other adults—without taking on another parenting role.

You don't have to be a parent to join. You just have to be 18+ and comfortable playing with people whose families come first.

Question 14

Who can invite me to the guild?

Accepted Answer

Any guild member can invite you. See How do I join? for the Discord and in-game steps.

Question 15

Who receives raid invites?

Accepted Answer

Scheduled raid invites go to Raiders. Once we expand to 20 for Hyjal, we'll carry a slightly larger roster and rotate standby fairly.

Benched raiders stay available in case they're called in. They receive full Raider Rating credit, the same EP as the raid (including first-kill bonuses), and first dibs on the next open spot.

If we’re still short, we may bring guests from the guild or wider WoW Forever community. Guests must meet current raiding requirements other than regular attendance and be available for the full raid.

Question 16

Can I sign up if my class or role looks full?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We consider the player as well as team composition. See the roster and current recruitment thread, then sign up and discuss the options with us.

Question 17

Can I change my main or raid role?

Accepted Answer

Yes—talk to an officer coordinating the Raid Team first so you can coordinate the change with the team.

Question 18

What if I need a break from raiding?

Accepted Answer

Life happens, and stepping away is completely understandable. Let an officer know so we can plan around your absence. You’re still part of the guild, and we’ll be here when you get back. Returning to the raid roster depends on the team’s needs at that time.

Question 19

What if I need to leave during a raid?

Accepted Answer

Raiders and guests are expected to stay for the full scheduled raid. If you know you’ll need to leave early, tell the raid team before invites so we can plan. Unexpected situations happen—just communicate as soon as you can.

Question 20

What loot system do you use?

Accepted Answer

EPGP+ is our preferred loot system; we'll confirm it once raids open and we see how WoW Forever handles loot. See the full loot rules in Raider Expectations.

Question 21

What is EPGP+?

Accepted Answer

EPGP+ uses two numbers. You earn effort points (EP) by raiding, and gear has a gear-point (GP) cost. Your priority is EP divided by GP. Eligible raiders with the highest priority are first for an item.

Question 22

Do I need an addon?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Guilded is required for raiders. Guilded is a free WoW Forever addon for raid tracking, attendance and EPGP+. Officers use it to track attendance, EP, GP and loot in game, so raiders can see their EPGP+ standing right in the game.

Easiest: use the CurseForge app. Search "Guilded," click Install, and choose your WoW Forever install.

Or download it from CurseForge and unzip it into your WoW Forever AddOns folder. Then restart the game.

Question 23

How do I earn EP?

Accepted Answer

You earn EP for every hour you raid. The guild also awards a bonus the first time it kills a boss. New raiders need a minimum amount of EP before receiving full loot priority.

Question 24

What does gear cost (GP)?

Accepted Answer

Each item has a GP cost based on its value; more valuable gear costs more. Everyone starts with base GP, so one good night can't jump you past people who've raided for weeks.

Question 25

How is priority decided?

Accepted Answer

Priority is EP divided by GP. When an item drops, the eligible raider with the highest priority gets it. The standings are public.

Question 26

What is decay?

Accepted Answer

Every Saturday, EP and GP balances decrease by 10%. This keeps recent effort meaningful and stops points from building up indefinitely.

Question 27

What does the + mean?

Accepted Answer

EPGP+ is our preferred system. Loot follows EP÷GP priority. Any rare-item handling will be posted before raids open.

Question 28

Where can I see the standings?

Accepted Answer

See current EPGP+ standings on houseofzug.com/standings and in game through Guilded.

Question 29

When does loot council step in?

Accepted Answer

EPGP+ is our preferred system. Any rare-item handling will be posted before raids open.

Question 30

What if two people tie?

Accepted Answer

Ties go to the raider with better attendance; if still tied, a roll.

Question 31

Why EPGP+ instead of rolls or personal loot?

Accepted Answer

Rolls depend on luck. EPGP+ uses public numbers: you earn EP by raiding and take on GP when you receive gear. You can see how those numbers affect priority before an item drops.

Question 32

Why not loot council for everything?

Accepted Answer

EPGP+ is our preferred system because loot follows EP÷GP priority. Any rare-item handling will be posted before raids open.

Question 33

Is EPGP+ final?

Accepted Answer

EPGP+ is our preferred loot system; we'll confirm it once raids open and we see how WoW Forever handles loot.

Question 34

What faction and ruleset is House of Zug?

Accepted Answer

Horde, PvE. Make your character on a PvE ruleset to raid with us.

Question 35

Do you have a retail guild?

Accepted Answer

Not anymore. We're focused solely on WoW Forever.

Question 36

Are alts welcome?

Accepted Answer

Yes, bring them.

Question 37

How do I join your Discord?

Accepted Answer

Anyone can join our Discord at houseofzug.com/discord. Pugging with us? Ask in #general. Hop into Guild Hall voice anytime.

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