Best in Slot (BiS) Items for SoD Phase 8 – What You Need Before the Scarlet Enclave Raid

Hey everyone! With Phase 8 of Season of Discovery (SoD) just around the corner, it's time to start gearing up if you want to hit the ground running when the Scarlet Enclave raid drops on April 10. The last thing you want is to be stuck farming outdated raids while everyone else is pushing top-tier DPS.

So, let’s dive into the top five BiS items you NEED to grab before Phase 8 launches.

5) Tier 2 Draconic Gearsets – A Must-Have for Several Classes

If you’re playing a Paladin, Warlock, Warrior, or Druid, the Tier 2 Draconic set is going to be a game-changer. These sets offer insane bonuses and synergy for their respective classes, making them crucial for optimal performance in Phase 8 content.

• You can buy offpieces with Tarnished Undermine Reals right now.

• If you’re feeling lucky, you can wait until Phase 8, where it’s rumored that Pix in Booty Bay might offer full set redemptions.

Either way, don’t sleep on this gear—it’s going to be essential when the Scarlet Enclave raid opens.

4) Darkmoon Card: Nether – Your Personal Safety Net

Listen, we’ve all been there: dying mid-fight and relying on a healer’s mercy for a rez. Well, with Darkmoon Card: Nether, you don’t have to worry about that. This trinket revives you every 3 minutes, which means you get more attempts at mechanics and don’t have to beg your Resto Druid for a battle rez.

Why is this so important?

• If Phase 8 turns out insanely hard, this card could be a lifesaver.

• If Phase 8 is super easy, you’ll still get a ton of value from it.

Either way, prices are skyrocketing, so grab yours before it’s too late!

3) Kingsfall – The Key to Unlocking Queensfall

You might not think Kingsfall is a top-tier Phase 8 weapon, but think again. This weapon is set to become even more valuable because of its evolution into Queensfall.

Here’s why you need it:

• Kingsfall and Queensfall combine to provide unique bonuses per class.

• The player who already has Kingsfall is most likely going to get prio on Queensfall.

So if you want to secure one of the most powerful weapons in SoD Phase 8, start farming Kingsfall now.

2) Blade of Inquisition – Your Best Backup Plan

Alright, bad news for all you Paladins out there: not everyone is getting an Ashbringer right away. If you miss out, Blade of Inquisition is going to be your next best bet.

Why it matters:

• It’s already one of the hardest weapons to obtain, so it won’t get any easier in Phase 8.

• Without an Ashbringer, this becomes your must-have weapon.

So unless you’re 100% sure you’ll be first in line for Ashbringer, do yourself a favor and start working on Blade of Inquisition now.

1) Atiesh – The Ultimate Team Buffing Weapon

When it comes to BiS weapons, Atiesh stands at the top for one simple reason: it boosts your entire party’s attack speed by 2%. That might not sound huge, but over the course of a full raid fight, it adds up big time.

• Atiesh is way faster to obtain now compared to the 2019 Classic grind.

• Having one in your raid team is almost mandatory for top-tier DPS optimization.

• Early access to Atiesh can guarantee you a raid spot—who wouldn’t want that?

If you’re serious about maximizing raid performance, Atiesh needs to be your priority.

Final Thoughts – Get Ready for Phase 8

There’s no doubt that Phase 8 of SoD is bringing some major shakeups to the game. The Scarlet Enclave raid is going to push players harder than ever, so being prepped with BiS gear is crucial if you want to stay competitive.

TL;DR – Your Phase 8 Prep Checklist

✅ Get your Tier 2 Draconic set (Paladins, Warlocks, Warriors, Druids especially)
✅ Snag a Darkmoon Card: Nether for emergency revives
✅ Secure Kingsfall to qualify for Queensfall
✅ Farm Blade of Inquisition as a backup for Ashbringer
✅ Work toward Atiesh for the ultimate team DPS boost
✅ Stockpile consumables: Scarlet Enclave’s Corrupted Light Debuff will spike demand for Shadow Protection Potions.
✅ Respec Gold: Save 500g+ for potential talent overhauls. (You could easily buy SoD Gold at SSEGold)
✅ Join a Raid PUG Now: Build rep—Phase 8 PUGs will require Achievement/Tier 2 proof.

Phase 8 is going to be intense, so don’t get left behind! What BiS items are you chasing before the patch drops? Let me know in our community!