PuG vs Clan Raids
Quick answer: PuG raids: faster to start (no scheduling), slower to clear (60-80 min average), higher wipe rate (~40% on Boss 3), free-roll loot rules. Clan raids: scheduled (delays start), faster clears (35-50 min), lower wipe rate (~10% on Boss 3), council/DKP loot rules. Clan wins on average; PuG wins for casual one-off play.
PuG raids
Group via /game/raid.html group finder. Fast to start; slow to clear (60-80 min). Wipe rate ~40% on Boss 3. Free-roll loot.
Clan raids
Scheduled in advance. Slow to start; fast to clear (35-50 min). Wipe rate ~10% on Boss 3. Council/DKP loot.
Clear time comparison
Clan: 35-50 min. PuG: 60-80 min. Clan saves ~30 min/week. Over a year that's ~26 hours.
Wipe rate
Clan: ~10% Boss 3. PuG: ~40% Boss 3 (lack of coordination). Wipes cost ~5 min each.
Loot rules
Clan: pre-agreed (council, DKP, free-roll). PuG: usually free-roll, sometimes contested.
When to PuG
Casual one-off play, your clan isn't running, learning a new comp. PuG for variety; clan for efficiency.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I always do clan?
If you have access — yes. PuG only when clan unavailable.
How to find good PuGs?
Use the in-game finder; check applicants' rating + raid history.