According to FFLogs, AST pDPS >= WHM pDPS in 4.3

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Yes, but those were pretty much necessary, contrary to what Yuyuka said.

I think the main takeaway is that saying WHM has never been nerfed is rather wrong, with a number of counts showing otherwise.

But I also think that's a distraction. The real issue is power creep. IMO.