Sorry for the prompt disconnect last night, but story-time was starting. I've only missed bedtime routine 2 times in his life, I'd rather keep that kind of record.
He was a right bitch to take down, wasn't he? BTW, the town in Act 3 is really spread out, and you need to be sure you've found everyone. That's the reason I told you to explore it thoroughly.
PT's right. Socketed items will drop with regularity, and item drops get even better when you've got more players in the game. That's why you noticed the better drops last night.