Quote Originally Posted by Jojoya View Post
Which grinds were removed that were completely optional and "in a vacuum"?

I think most players would disagree the relic weapon grinds are "in a vacuum" if that's what you're thinking about. You're talking about a weapon that is generally BiS once the final stage is completed. Even the current stage is giving players access to a 630 weapon, which is the best a player can get without doing some form of raiding.

All the grinds "in a vacuum" that I can think of still exist.
Considering ive been told countless times that gear past the crafted ilvl is optional and not necessary, yes its completely optional. You dont need the relic even when it becomes 665 at the very end. The relic has never been required in any form of content and still isnt. You can progress in eureka/bozja without doing the relic.