July 2013 - Announcements Page

Turbine Announcements

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Release Notes

Teaser

Release Fiction

Developer Comments

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Discoveries

Patch Details

Patch Date: 9 July 2013 Patch Size: 611K (Client: 4716KB) Network Revamp Hotfix: 10K (Client: 4724KB) 30 July 2013 - Link

New Dialog

Town Crier Rumors

Free Rumors

Town Crier tells you, "I've heard even more rumors of strange shards being found somewhere in the Direlands."

Town Crier tells you, "I've heard reports of strange Virindi being spotted in the heart of the Direlands."

Town Crier tells you, "I've heard reports of several treasure rooms have been located in various dungeons throughout Dereth."

Pyreal Rumors

Town Crier tells you, "I've had several reports of new treasure rooms located in the dungeons hidden under the Ice Valley."

Town Crier tells you, "I heard a secret, but it'll cost you more than that."

Town Crier tells you, "I have several reports that the unusual Virindi is now in the heart of the Direlands, and he is once again seeking adventurers."

Ulgrim Rumors

Free Rumors

Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "I took a jaunt down into Deewain's old cave."

Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "Seems the new occupant is stockpiling some treasure in there."

Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "Deewain was such a misunderstood creature. Heck of a drinker through."

Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "It seems the Curator of Torment left some work behind. What will be discovered in that research?"

Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "Did you know that Shikken Moriyaki used legendary loot to try and bribe the Sclavus onto Hoshino's side."

Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "That guy really was ahead of his time."

Stout Rumors

Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "Legendary loot seems to be popping up everywhere these days."

Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "I bet the Empyreans even brought some back with them."

Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "The Vision of Horror is out in the middle of the Obsidian Plains researching what the Curator left behind."

Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "Any of you mere mortals would be so devastated by losing a close friend you wouldn't be able to function."

Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "It would be admirable if only I were a mortal myself."

Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "Can you imagine what it would have been like to be in the Gurog Facility when they broke lose and started tearing their makers apart limb by limb?"

Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "Quite exciting I'd imagine."

Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "Yes, tragic of course. Always tragic when someone gets their limbs torn off, but don't you think it would have been exciting to see?"

Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "Well you're just no fun then so get lost."

Ulgrim the Unpleasant tells you, "You're right, that was out of line. Give me another stout and then get lost."


New UI and Game Changes

  • More UI updates|
    • Option for side by side vitals.
    • Moved value & burden back to the top of examination.
    • Examination panel now updates more frequently while in combat mode.
    • SaveAutoUI file is now loaded upon login if character name, server, and resolution correctly matches.
  • Increased the Mana Conversion bonus from 4% to 8% on the Seasoned Explorer Nether Staff & Seasoned Explorer Baton.

New Quests

Live Events

Updated Quests


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Ansar El-Kerdany tells you, "Greetings, Adventurer! We are looking for adventurers willing to aid Sir Daeglan."
Ansar El-Kerdany tells you, "It appears he is interested in writings that deal with the plans of Geraine."
Ansar El-Kerdany tells you, "Retrieve these for him 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 Pau Yajin needs assistance in investigating the corruption of the Tanada Clan."
Esmond Fielding tells you, "Speak with Pau Yajin and do as he asks. I shall reward you upon your successful return."
- Completion Message;
Esmond Fielding tells you, "You defeated the Virindi Watcher? You are a worthy soldier indeed. Take this as your reward."
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 heard that Asheron's Emissaries are looking for help in protecting Asheron's Portal Devices."
Niccolo De Luca tells you, "Take on this challenge and fight back the Virindi nuisance. Return to me once you've done this and I'll reward you."
- Completion Message;
Niccolo De Luca tells you, "The Virindi can be quite the menace at times. 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 Olthoi Swarm Legionaries find them and kill them. This is my easiest prey, hunters of a moderate level should be able to complete this task."

Rand, Game Hunter tells you, "This month I've tagged Olthoi Swarm Nobles find them and kill them. This prey is more difficult. Hunters of a high level should be able to complete this task."

Rand, Game Hunter tells you, "This month I've tagged Primordial Olthoi in the Valley of Death find them and kill them. This prey should only be hunted by hunters with extensive hunting experience."

Rand, Game Hunter tells you, "This month I've tagged Paradox-touched Olthoi Slashers find them and kill them. This prey is extremely difficult and should only be hunted by the most experienced hunters."

Rand, Game Hunter tells you, "This month I've tagged Olthoi Slayers find them and kill them. This prey is also extremely difficult and should only be hunted by the most experienced hunters."

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Updated NPCs


New Locations


New Items

Contract for Snow Tusker Tusk Contract for Journey to Madness

Splinter of Anger Splinter of Misery Splinter of Hatred Focused Splinter of Anger Focused Splinter of Misery Focused Splinter of Hatred Lightning Cloud

Updated Items

Seasoned Explorer Weapons


New Titles


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New Creatures

Virindi

Rift

Marionette

Updated Creatures

Gear Knight


Images

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Known Issues

Typos

During the Live Events this month the dialog states "You take a reinforced mana forge key from the chest." when in fact you actually loot Aged Legendary Keys and not Mana Forge Keys.


Splash Screen