Update! This article is well-intended but the truth has been revealed, and I guessed wrong. More information in the article “Wrath Emblem Design Revealed”.
However, it kills me to delete text, so I’ll leave it here anyway. Also as a reminder to myself that design is opaque.
Only raid or instance once a week? Wondering what to do with those 25 or 30 emblems you’ve finally accumulated? Like real-life money, don’t let those shiny tokens burn a hole in your pocket.
“But, but, but how can I wait? Zomgepics!”
I know, I know. The siren call of zomgepics beckon us all.
The emblem gear will (in all likelihood) be refreshed when a higher tier of content comes out, just like the Badge of Justice system did in the Burning Crusade. This means that your Emblems will (in all likelihood) appreciate in value.