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== Discoveries ==
== Discoveries ==
=== Patch Details ===
=== Patch Details ===
Patch Date: 18th December, 2012<br>
Patch Date: 18 December 2012
Patch Size: 592k (Client: 4,640k)<br>
Patch Size: 592k (Client: 4,640k)
Hotfix:  ???k (??th Month)
Hotfix:  ???k (??th Month)


=== [[Town Crier]] Rumors ===
=== New Dialog ===
''Free Rumors'':
==== [[Town Crier]] Rumors ====
:<font color=darkgoldenrod>Town Crier tells you, "Seems the A'nekshay researchers are at it again, this time with a dig site near the Inner Sea Gear Knights."</font><br>
{{Dialog|
''Free Rumors''
|Town Crier tells you, "Seems the A'nekshay researchers are at it again, this time with a dig site near the Inner Sea Gear Knights."


:<font color=darkgoldenrod>Town Crier tells you, "I've heard several rumors of strange crystal formations showing up around Frost Haven."</font><br>
|Town Crier tells you, "I've heard several rumors of strange crystal formations showing up around Frost Haven."


:<font color=darkgoldenrod>Town Crier tells you, "I've heard reports of some poor man who hired Mosswarts to do work for him.  What was he thinking?"</font><br>
|Town Crier tells you, "I've heard reports of some poor man who hired Mosswarts to do work for him.  What was he thinking?"


''Pyreal Rumors:''
''Pyreal Rumors''
:<font color=darkgoldenrod>Town Crier tells you, "There's a man in Danby's Outpost seeking assistance with a Mosswart problem he is having."</font><br>
|Town Crier tells you, "There's a man in Danby's Outpost seeking assistance with a Mosswart problem he is having."


:<font color=darkgoldenrod>Town Crier tells you, "Popkin of the Gate, a researcher stationed in Cragstone, has sent word that she now has four dig sites in need of assistance.  One in the Vesayen Isles, one in Neftet, one in the Valley of Death and now one along the Inner Sea, just north of the Gear Knights."<br>
|Town Crier tells you, "Popkin of the Gate, a researcher stationed in Cragstone, has sent word that she now has four dig sites in need of assistance.  One in the Vesayen Isles, one in Neftet, one in the Valley of Death and now one along the Inner Sea, just north of the Gear Knights."
:Town Crier tells you, "These A'nekshay seem to have a nose for trouble... Likely the reason why there are no A'nekshay Town Criers."</font><br>
|Town Crier tells you, "These A'nekshay seem to have a nose for trouble... Likely the reason why there are no A'nekshay Town Criers."


:<font color=darkgoldenrod>Town Crier tells you, "Several sources have told me that the golem, Scold, is causing trouble for Frost Haven again."</font><br>
|Town Crier tells you, "Several sources have told me that the golem, Scold, is causing trouble for Frost Haven again."
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=== [[Ulgrim]] Rumors ===
==== [[Ulgrim]] Rumors ====
{{Dialog|
''Free Rumors''
|Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "It sounds like they will soon find out if the ritual will be useful in separating The Book from Hoshino."
|Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "Not something I'd want to be around for. I've already told Borelean how foolish he was more times than I can count."
|Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "Although... it might be nice having the power of That Book..."
|Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "It is already a bit boring being as powerful as I am so I guess I'll just sit this one out."


''Free Rumors'':
|Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "A chill is in the air. The land is covered in snow... This is the time of year I am truly happy I live in a desert."
:<font color=darkgoldenrod>Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "It sounds like they will soon find out if the ritual will be useful in separating The Book from Hoshino."
:Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "Not something I'd want to be around for. I've already told Borelean how foolish he was more times than I can count."
:Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "Although... it might be nice having the power of That Book..."
:Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "It is already a bit boring being as powerful as I am so I guess I'll just sit this one out."</font><br>


:<font color=darkgoldenrod>Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "A chill is in the air. The land is covered in snow... This is the time of year I am truly happy I live in a desert."</font><br>
|Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "Do you think golems can be trained to fetch me stout?"
|Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "If so I might have to get me one. Other creatures have become unreliable..."
|Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "I said... other creatures have become unreliable."


:<font color=darkgoldenrod>Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "Do you think golems can be trained to fetch me stout?"
''Stout Rumors''
:Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "If so I might have to get me one. Other creatures have become unreliable..."
|Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "That Colton is a man after my own heart."
:Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "I said... other creatures have become unreliable."</font><br>
|Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "His workers demand more money and what does he do? Give them more money?"
|Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "No, he sends in the muscle to quiet them down."
|Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "Oh by the way, there's this Colton guy who's looking for some help at Danby's Outpost."


''Stout Rumors:''
|Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "You can find Norus Southwest of Al-Arqas. After the recent attacks, he could use some assistance with the investigation of the Third Sister."
:<font color=darkgoldenrod>Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "That Colton is a man after my own heart."
:Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "His workers demand more money and what does he do? Give them more money?"
:Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "No, he sends in the muscle to quiet them down."
:Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "Oh by the way, there's this Colton guy who's looking for some help at Danby's Outpost."</font><br>


:<font color=darkgoldenrod>Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "You can find Norus Southwest of Al-Arqas. After the recent attacks, he could use some assistance with the investigation of the Third Sister."</font><br>
|Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "A frosty fella named David is worried about the crystals forming north of Frost Haven."
 
|Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "Make sure you fill up on stout before heading out there. It will keep you toasty... in more ways than one."
:<font color=darkgoldenrod>Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "A frosty fella named David is worried about the crystals forming north of Frost Haven."
:Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "Make sure you fill up on stout before heading out there. It will keep you toasty... in more ways than one."</font><br>


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* [[Hidden Presents]] - Gift Box locations changed and new [[Pet Snow Tuskie]] reward added.
* [[Hidden Presents]] - Gift Box locations changed and new [[Pet Snow Tuskie]] reward added.
* [[Monthly Explorer Society Quests]]  
* [[Monthly Explorer Society Quests]]  
*: WARNING: These quests are standalone quests, the xp bonuses are strictly handled by the NPCs in Kara, speak to them after finishing to get your bonus. Also your timer for the bonuses depend on when you completed last month's set of quests, speak to each NPC to find out if your timer hasn't expired yet. More details [[Monthly Explorer Society Quests|here]].


* [[Ansar El-Kerdany]]: (<font color=blue>Monthly</font>) - [[Olthoi Queen Quest]]
:: '''Note''': you HAVE to loot a Carapace (the Queen drops 3-4) or the Head to get the reward from the Kara quest, just being part of the fellow is not enough.
::<font color=darkgoldenrod>Ansar El-Kerdany tells you, "Greetings Adventurer! We believe that the Olthoi Queen on Marae Lassel must be dealt with."</font>
::<font color=darkgoldenrod>Ansar El-Kerdany tells you, "Defeat her, take proof of your deed, and I shall reward you."</font>
::- Completion Message;
::<font color=darkgoldenrod>Ansar El-Kerdany tells you, ""</font>


* [[Esmond Fielding]]: (<font color=green>Bi-Weekly</font>) - [[Remoran Fist]]
{{Dialog|
::<font color=darkgoldenrod>Esmond Fielding tells you, "Greetings Adventurer! The Explorer Society has decided it would help direct attention to citizens in need of help."</font>
* [[Ansar El-Kerdany]] (Monthly) - [[Olthoi Queen Quest]]
::<font color=darkgoldenrod>Esmond Fielding tells you, "This month we have heard the cries of revenge from Merwart Pelagurg."</font>
| '''Note'''| you HAVE to loot a Carapace (the Queen drops 3-4) or the Head to get the reward from the Kara quest, just being part of the fellow is not enough.
::<font color=darkgoldenrod>Esmond Fielding tells you, "Help him avenge his fallen family as soon as you can and report back to me."</font>
|Ansar El-Kerdany tells you, "Greetings Adventurer! We believe that the Olthoi Queen on Marae Lassel must be dealt with."
::- Completion Message;
|Ansar El-Kerdany tells you, "Defeat her, take proof of your deed, and I shall reward you."
::<font color=darkgoldenrod>Esmond Fielding tells you, "You managed to find an intact Bloodmouth Maw? Impressive work. Take this as a reward for what you have done."</font>
|- Completion Message;
|Ansar El-Kerdany tells you, ""


* [[Niccolo De Luca]]: (<font color=red>Weekly</font>) - [[Death's Allure]]
* [[Esmond Fielding]] (Bi-Weekly) - [[Remoran Fist]]
::<font color=darkgoldenrod>Niccolo De Luca tells you, "Greetings Adventurer! The Explorer Society has decided it would help direct attention to citizens in need of help."</font>
|Esmond Fielding tells you, "Greetings Adventurer! The Explorer Society has decided it would help direct attention to citizens in need of help."
::<font color=darkgoldenrod>Niccolo De Luca tells you, "This month we have decided that the Hermit could use some help with her terrible affliction."</font>
|Esmond Fielding tells you, "This month we have heard the cries of revenge from Merwart Pelagurg."
::<font color=darkgoldenrod>Niccolo De Luca tells you, "Gather what she seeks and I shall reward you."</font>
|Esmond Fielding tells you, "Help him avenge his fallen family as soon as you can and report back to me."
::- Completion Message;
|- Completion Message;
::<font color=darkgoldenrod>"Niccolo De Luca tells you, "I received word that you completed the Hermit's task. Now the decision lies with her and only time will tell the path she shall choose. Here is your reward."</font>
|Esmond Fielding tells you, "You managed to find an intact Bloodmouth Maw? Impressive work. Take this as a reward for what you have done."


* [[Niccolo De Luca]] (Weekly) - [[Death's Allure]]
|Niccolo De Luca tells you, "Greetings Adventurer! The Explorer Society has decided it would help direct attention to citizens in need of help."
|Niccolo De Luca tells you, "This month we have decided that the Hermit could use some help with her terrible affliction."
|Niccolo De Luca tells you, "Gather what she seeks and I shall reward you."
|- Completion Message;
|"Niccolo De Luca tells you, "I received word that you completed the Hermit's task. Now the decision lies with her and only time will tell the path she shall choose. Here is your reward."
}}
{{Dialog|
*[[Monthly Game Hunter]]
*[[Monthly Game Hunter]]
*: WARNING: These Kill Tasks are standalone quests, the xp bonuses are strictly handled by the [[Rand, Game Hunter]] in [[Holtburg]], speak to [[Rand, Game Hunter|Rand]] after finishing each [[Kill Tasks|Kill Task]] to get your bonus.
 
::<font color=darkgoldenrod>Rand, Game Hunter tells you, "As a game hunter I've tagged a variety of creatures to test your skills. Kill these creatures to test your skills and prove your abilities and I'll make it worth your while."</font>
|Rand, Game Hunter tells you, "As a game hunter I've tagged a variety of creatures to test your skills. Kill these creatures to test your skills and prove your abilities and I'll make it worth your while."
::<font color=darkgoldenrod>Rand, Game Hunter tells you, "This month I've tagged White Phyntos Wasps as the moderate difficulty prey."</font>
|Rand, Game Hunter tells you, "This month I've tagged White Phyntos Wasps as the moderate difficulty prey."
::<font color=darkgoldenrod>Rand, Game Hunter tells you, "This month I've tagged Banderling Aggressors as the medium difficulty prey."</font>
|Rand, Game Hunter tells you, "This month I've tagged Banderling Aggressors as the medium difficulty prey."
::<font color=darkgoldenrod>Rand, Game Hunter tells you, "This month I've tagged Adolescent Gromnies as the high difficulty prey."</font>
|Rand, Game Hunter tells you, "This month I've tagged Adolescent Gromnies as the high difficulty prey."
::<font color=darkgoldenrod>Rand, Game Hunter tells you, "This month I've tagged Dark Isle Sleeches as one of the most difficult prey."</font>
|Rand, Game Hunter tells you, "This month I've tagged Dark Isle Sleeches as one of the most difficult prey."
::<font color=darkgoldenrod>Rand, Game Hunter tells you, "This month I've tagged Olthoi Slashers as the other prey of highest difficulty."</font>
|Rand, Game Hunter tells you, "This month I've tagged Olthoi Slashers as the other prey of highest difficulty."
}}
}}
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=== New [[NPCs]] ===
* [[Colton Reeyan]] - 23.5N, 28.8W, in [[Danby's Outpost]].
* [[Colton Reeyan]] - 23.5N, 28.8W, in [[Danby's Outpost]].
* [[David]] - in [[Frost Haven]].
* [[David]] - in [[Frost Haven]].
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==== Updated Items ====
==== Updated Items ====
* Modified [[Gaerlan's Weapons]] weapons can now be upgraded using [[Weapon Upgrade Kit]]s.
* Modified [[Gaerlan's Weapons]] weapons can now be upgraded using [[Weapon Upgrade Kit]]s.
* These items now can be [[Left-hand Tether|Tethered]]:
* These items now can be [[Left-hand Tether|Tethered]]|
** {{Icon Link|Modified Dauloi}}
** {{Itemlink|Modified Dauloi}}
** {{Icon Link|Modified Falauloi}}
** {{Itemlink|Modified Falauloi}}
** {{Icon Link|Modified Gauraloi}}
** {{Itemlink|Modified Gauraloi}}
** {{Icon Link|Modified Sacraloi}}
** {{Itemlink|Modified Sacraloi}}
** {{Icon Link|Modified Shauraloi}}
** {{Itemlink|Modified Shauraloi}}
** {{Icon Link|Modified Tauraloi}}
** {{Itemlink|Modified Tauraloi}}
** {{Icon Link|Modified Raudaloi}}
** {{Itemlink|Modified Raudaloi}}


* Now accept [[Tailoring]], [[Core Plating Integrator]] and [[Core Plating Deintegrator]] interactions:
* Now accept [[Tailoring]], [[Core Plating Integrator]] and [[Core Plating Deintegrator]] interactions|
** {{Icon Link|Forging Gloves}}
** {{Itemlink|Forging Gloves}}
** {{Icon Link|Modified Circlet of Supremacy}}
** {{Itemlink|Modified Circlet of Supremacy}}
** {{Icon Link|Modified Dauloirae}}
** {{Itemlink|Modified Dauloirae}}
** {{Icon Link|Modified Saelgauloi}}
** {{Itemlink|Modified Saelgauloi}}


* {{Icon Link|Paradox-touched Olthoi Atlatl}} - Damage type and rend are now consistent.
* {{Itemlink|Paradox-touched Olthoi Atlatl}} - Damage type and rend are now consistent.
* {{Icon Link|Doppelganger Robe}} - Various display issues have now been fixed.
* {{Itemlink|Doppelganger Robe}} - Various display issues have now been fixed.
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=== [[Known Issues]] ===
=== [[Known Issues]] ===
* The [http://ac.wikkii.net/wiki/Gaerlan%27s_Citadel#Items Uber Gaerlan Weapons] do not yet accept [[Left-hand Tether Remover|Left-hand Tether Removers]].
* The [http://ac.wikkii.net/wiki/Gaerlan%27s_Citadel#Items Uber Gaerlan Weapons] do not yet accept [[Left-hand Tether Remover]]s.


==== [[Typos]] ====
==== [[Typos]] ====

Revision as of 17:46, 22 November 2014

December 2012 - Announcements Page

Turbine Announcements

Teaser Images

Click image for full size version.

Release Notes

Teaser

Release Fiction

Developer Comments

No Developer Comments this month.

Discoveries

Patch Details

Patch Date: 18 December 2012 Patch Size: 592k (Client: 4,640k) Hotfix:  ???k (??th Month)

New Dialog

Town Crier Rumors

Free Rumors

Town Crier tells you, "Seems the A'nekshay researchers are at it again, this time with a dig site near the Inner Sea Gear Knights."

Town Crier tells you, "I've heard several rumors of strange crystal formations showing up around Frost Haven."

Town Crier tells you, "I've heard reports of some poor man who hired Mosswarts to do work for him. What was he thinking?"

Pyreal Rumors

Town Crier tells you, "There's a man in Danby's Outpost seeking assistance with a Mosswart problem he is having."

Town Crier tells you, "Popkin of the Gate, a researcher stationed in Cragstone, has sent word that she now has four dig sites in need of assistance. One in the Vesayen Isles, one in Neftet, one in the Valley of Death and now one along the Inner Sea, just north of the Gear Knights."

Town Crier tells you, "These A'nekshay seem to have a nose for trouble... Likely the reason why there are no A'nekshay Town Criers."

Town Crier tells you, "Several sources have told me that the golem, Scold, is causing trouble for Frost Haven again."

Ulgrim Rumors

Free Rumors

Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "It sounds like they will soon find out if the ritual will be useful in separating The Book from Hoshino."

Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "Not something I'd want to be around for. I've already told Borelean how foolish he was more times than I can count."

Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "Although... it might be nice having the power of That Book..."

Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "It is already a bit boring being as powerful as I am so I guess I'll just sit this one out."

Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "A chill is in the air. The land is covered in snow... This is the time of year I am truly happy I live in a desert."

Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "Do you think golems can be trained to fetch me stout?"

Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "If so I might have to get me one. Other creatures have become unreliable..."

Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "I said... other creatures have become unreliable."

Stout Rumors

Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "That Colton is a man after my own heart."

Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "His workers demand more money and what does he do? Give them more money?"

Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "No, he sends in the muscle to quiet them down."

Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "Oh by the way, there's this Colton guy who's looking for some help at Danby's Outpost."

Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "You can find Norus Southwest of Al-Arqas. After the recent attacks, he could use some assistance with the investigation of the Third Sister."

Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "A frosty fella named David is worried about the crystals forming north of Frost Haven."

Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "Make sure you fill up on stout before heading out there. It will keep you toasty... in more ways than one."


New UI and Game Changes

  • Winter is upon us! Dereth is once again a winter wonderland!.
  • Seasonal body parts removed from creature loot drops.
  • Because sharing is caring… Time to share the killings with Fellowship Kill Task Sharing! (range equivalent to Luminance sharing range, and only shares with those that have the same Kill Tasks quests).
  • We have slightly reduced CB, CS, AR melee damage in PvP.
  • We have made a small reduction of the Aegis Effect in PvP.

New Quests

Seasonal Quests

Updated Quests


Note
you HAVE to loot a Carapace (the Queen drops 3-4) or the Head to get the reward from the Kara quest, just being part of the fellow is not enough.

Ansar El-Kerdany tells you, "Greetings Adventurer! We believe that the Olthoi Queen on Marae Lassel must be dealt with."

Ansar El-Kerdany tells you, "Defeat her, take proof of your deed, and I shall reward you."

- Completion Message;

Ansar El-Kerdany tells you, ""

Esmond Fielding tells you, "Greetings Adventurer! The Explorer Society has decided it would help direct attention to citizens in need of help."

Esmond Fielding tells you, "This month we have heard the cries of revenge from Merwart Pelagurg."

Esmond Fielding tells you, "Help him avenge his fallen family as soon as you can and report back to me."

- Completion Message;

Esmond Fielding tells you, "You managed to find an intact Bloodmouth Maw? Impressive work. Take this as a reward for what you have done."

Niccolo De Luca tells you, "Greetings Adventurer! The Explorer Society has decided it would help direct attention to citizens in need of help."

Niccolo De Luca tells you, "This month we have decided that the Hermit could use some help with her terrible affliction."

Niccolo De Luca tells you, "Gather what she seeks and I shall reward you."

- Completion Message;

"Niccolo De Luca tells you, "I received word that you completed the Hermit's task. Now the decision lies with her and only time will tell the path she shall choose. Here is your reward."

Rand, Game Hunter tells you, "As a game hunter I've tagged a variety of creatures to test your skills. Kill these creatures to test your skills and prove your abilities and I'll make it worth your while."

Rand, Game Hunter tells you, "This month I've tagged White Phyntos Wasps as the moderate difficulty prey."

Rand, Game Hunter tells you, "This month I've tagged Banderling Aggressors as the medium difficulty prey."

Rand, Game Hunter tells you, "This month I've tagged Adolescent Gromnies as the high difficulty prey."

Rand, Game Hunter tells you, "This month I've tagged Dark Isle Sleeches as one of the most difficult prey."

Rand, Game Hunter tells you, "This month I've tagged Olthoi Slashers as the other prey of highest difficulty."

}}


Updated NPCs


New Locations


New Items

Contract for Apostate Finale Contract for Mage Academy Contract for Lunnum's Pyre Contract for Lunnum's Disappearance Contract for Lunnum's Return

Pulsating Spirit-trap Gem Bulb of Twilight Alb'arean Ore (Twilight) Seed of Essence (Twilight) Seed of Twilight

Crystal (Crystal Core) Blazing Shard Mug of Warm Cider

Sealed Letter 3 Drugged Meats Sleeping Armoredillo Sleeping Tusker Sleeping Ursuin

Snow Tuskie Kennel

Uber Dauloi Uber Falauloi Uber Gauraloi Uber Habraeloi Uber Iasparailaun Uber Lautaloi Uber Palauloi Uber Raudaloi Uber Sacraloi Uber Shauraloi

Updated Items


New Titles


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Portal.dat (Ingame Icons)

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New Creatures

Carenzi

Crystal

Elemental

Golem

Mosswart

Rat

Wisp

Zefir


Images

Click image for full size.


Known Issues

Typos


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