Design Notes

May 16, 2025

Neon Oni Set Collection

A New Traveling Salesmoglin has arrived

This weekend Quibble Coinbiter's his roguish, rare-loving cousin Quiddity Cointosser is here. Unlike Quibble, Quiddity deals in much smaller amounts of gear, but what he's got, he's eager to share with you... for a few AdventureCoins, that is. Buy individual items from his shop in Battleon or get the color-custom Neon Oni Set Collection Pet to unlock all 14 rare items and a character page badge for 4,000 AdventureCoins!

Buy individual NeOni Tech Wear and NeOni CyberSuit set items from Quiddity's shop in Battleon or get the Exclusive Neon Oni Collection Pet to unlock all the set items!

NeOni Tech Wear set

• NeOni Tech Wear armor
• NeOni Morph (male + female variants)
• NeOni Headphones Helm (male + female variants)
• NeOni Katana 
• Dual NeOni Katanas

NeOni Cyber Suit set

• NeOni CyberSuit
• Cyber NeOni Morph (male + female variants)
• Cyber NeOni Headphones (male + female variants)
• Cyber NeOni Katana
• Dual Cyber NeOni Katanas

Just want a couple of the items listed above? Apart from the exclusive color-custom floating katana pet, all of the gear contained inside the Collection shop will also be available individually in Quiddity's shop.

A Message from Quiddity Cointosser

'Ey you! I'm Quiddity, of the Cointosser branch of the family. My cousin, Quibble, said if I ever had something really unique, something for very discerning customers, that I should head to Battleon and seek you out. So from time to time I might just show up with a few rare finds you might be interested in.

I am who I am, and that's all that I want to be – the essence of myself, if you will. It's the very meaning of my name! I like to take chances; it's why I travel so much. I never know what I'll find... and I like it that way.

May 16, 2025

Lynaria's Saga, Part 2

After Sepulchure's Saga, Queen Lynaria's life got MUCH more complicated

This weekend, step into the shadows of Castle Bocklin, where history refuses to stay buried and the air crackles with malicious magic! What started as Princess Victoria's investigation spirals into a chilling confrontation with secrets, lies, and a threat far more sinister than anyone imagined...
You thought zombies were bad? Think again.

Friday, April 11: Update Details

• Lynaria's Saga, Pt 2: Secrets & Consequences
• Rewards: color-custom Chiral Valley Knight set, Valen's armor, and more
• Quiddity's Rare Gear: Unlock all the the Ne Oni and Cyber Ne Oni gear in the set collection, or buy individual items from Quiddity CoinTosser in Battleon. 

Weekend Daily Gifts & Boosts

Server Boost: Get double Rep until Monday!
Saturday: Mecha Sepulchure's Blade from the NecroMech in /techfortress through June 6th.
Sunday: Ham Solo & ChewBarkka Gift pet from Zorba the Bakk in /zorbaspalace through June 6th.

Princess Victoria's Rewards

This weekend, we've got host of bright new reward items for you to collect and create. Battle to complete the story in /bocklincastle, then talk to Princess Victoria for her merge shop.

Bocklin Grove Merge Shop Items

Collect Vaughn Crest and Enthralling Gem Shard resources from monsters in Bocklin Grove to create gear in Princess Victoria's merge shop.

• Valen's Knightly Armor
• Golden Anjou Knight, Duke, and Noble armors
• Enchanted Regal & Antlered Anjou helms
• Enchanted Anjou + Duke's helms
• Vaughn's Enchanted Sash
• Enchanted Sash and Aquitaine
• Enchanted Gem of Anjou
• Enchanted Aquitaine*
• EarthVessel Harpoon*
• EarthVessel Blade*
• EarthVessel Dagger*
• EarthVessel Rapier*
• EarthVessel Kris*

Bocklin Castle Monster Drops

• Lumen Ritualist armor + helm
• Headless Knight + Undead Garde House Guards
• Burnt Dethrix Emblem + Bocklin Antlers Display wall items
• Crumbling + Abandoned Statue floor items
• Forbidden EarthVessel Sword*
• Forbidden EarthVessel Dagger*
• Forbidden EarthVessel Rapier*
• Forbidden EarthVessel Kris*

* single + dual-wield variants for each

Lynaria's Saga Begins Now!

In Lynaria's Saga, you'll play as Queen Lynaria. The story takes place AFTER the events covered in the 2018 Sepulchure's Saga. Part Part 3 next week!

May 9: Rusted Crowns & Royal Secrets Discover who is attempting to blackmail Queen Lynaria.
May 16: Secrets & Consequences A simple investigation spirals into a chilling confrontation.
May 23: Light, Love & Loyalty True love never dies... but some truths should stay buried. For Good.

You do not need to have played all of the previous chapters in Sepulchure's Saga to begin this weekend's update. But if you want to get caught up, check the Sepulchure x Lynaria Saga Overview post. 

Stay up to date with new release plans and boosts on the Artix Calendar and see what the latest Bug Fixes and Balance Changes are in their patch notes.

May 15, 2025

Featured: Galactic Shadow Commander

Upgrade to unlock the exclusive armor sets

First released in May 2020, the Galactic Shadow Commander Sets are this weekend's Featured Upgrade Bonus. As Zomboda says,“Mehehe. When you look at the Evil side, careful you must be. For the Evil side looks back." Get the Galactic ShadowScythe Commander upgrade bonus pack when you buy any AdventureCoin or Membership package of $10 USD or more and unlock two new armors, a house, pet, accessories, and character page badge.

After you purchase an account upgrade, select a bonus set of your choice from a list of options in your Account Manager. 

Pack Details

 Choose the Galactic ShadowScythe Commander to unlock the full armor set. 

• Galactic Shadow Commander armor
• ShadowScythe DIE Fighter floating mount armor
• 3 Galactic Shadow helms
• Necrotic Lightblade of DOOM cape + sword
• Micro DIE Fighter pet
• Micro DIE Fighter battlepet *
• DOOMstar Pet (with quest for house + house items)
• Spaceport house and accessories
• and a character page badge

Once you've chosen the Galactic ShadowScythe Commander bonus on the Account Manager page, log in and find the set's shop in the Other Achievements tab in your Book of Lore. 

*Requires an active membership

12000 AC or 12 month membership package rewards:

• ALL the Galactic ShadowScythe Commander gear
• 7 Rep/XP/Gold/Class Points boosts 
• 10 Wheel of Doom Tickets (worth 2,000 ACs!)
• and a character page badge

Boosts and Doom Tickets will be added directly to your inventory.

2k and 5k AC or 1, 3, or 6 month membership package rewards:

• ALL the Galactic ShadowScythe Commander gear
• 5 Rep/XP/Gold/Class Points boosts 
• and a character page badge

Don't miss our other "out of this world" upgrade bonus sets

Maybe you prefer a more... Marvelous intergalactic theme. We've got you covered. Check out the Infinity Titan upgrade bonus set! You'll find it now in your Account Manager.

Infinity Titan Upgrade Bonus

The hardest choices require the strongest will, but YOU have the strength to act on those choices and save the Universe. Starting this Friday night, get the Infinity Titan class variant, mount armor, regular armor, house, and more when you buy any AdventureCoin or Membership package of $10 USD or more.

Pack Details

 Choose the Infinity Titan to unlock two full armor sets, a class variant, house, and more. 

• Infinity Titan Class (new skill animations, icons, names + StoneCrusher Class functionality)
• Infinity Titan armor
• Infinity Titan's Throne armor (floating throne morph)
• 7 Infinity Titan helms
• Infinity Titan Fangs cape
• Infinity Titan's Reality Gauntlet daggers (pictured above)
• 6 more Infinity Titan weapons: sword, shield, axe, mace, polearm
• Infinity Titan House (with armor / hair customizer)
• Infinity Titan Gauntlet house item
• Mysterious Stranger NPC house item (with bank functionality)
• Infinity Titan BattlePet (member-only)
• Infinity Titan Pet (with quest for house + house items)
• Rep/XP/Gold/Class Points boosts added straight to your inventory
• and a character page badge

May 14, 2025

Guild Spotlight: Camelot

Enter Camelot: A Legacy of Loyalty and Laughter

Officially founded in December 2021, the story of Camelot actually begins a year earlier, with a close-knit group of players who met in 2020. Through trials, disbandments, and the passage of time, the original guild leader stepped away, and its members could have drifted apart, too. Instead, two determined heroes — Zaratos and 4sp1n4 — refused to let their friendships fade. Together, they rebuilt Camelot from the ground up, establishing a new guild, launching a Discord server, and calling their old friends back home.

And it worked! Well, obviously, considering this spotlight 🤭

The Camelot guild now stands with 42 members, guided by a loyal leadership team: Guild Leaders Zaratos and 4sp1n4, and Officers notname982, hyourinmaru_br, akari ichijou, and zebub. But ask any member, and they’ll tell you: it’s not the size that matters — it’s the heart!

Camelot welcomes everyone, from fresh-faced newbies to seasoned veterans and end-game legends. The only requirement? Be ready to have fun! Whether you’re learning the ropes or leading the charge in ultra boss fights, Camelot is all about logging on and leaving your worries behind.

But Camelot is more than just a guild; it’s home! What started as “just game friends” has grown into a lifelong bond between players from all over the world. They may live far apart, but in Camelot, they’re always side by side!

Long Live Camelot

To the entire Camelot crew: thank you! Your story is what AQW is all about: epic adventures, unforgettable friendships, and a community that turns everyday moments into lifelong memories.

And! To all our guilds across Lore — big or small or coming soon ;) — thank you for making this game ~and~ community so amazing.

Long live Camelot! Long live Battleon! Long live AdventureQuest Worlds!

Battle on,
Beleen, Camelot guildmates, and the AQW team

PS: if you think your guild has what it takes to be featured in a future Guild Spotlight, don’t wait a moment longer; submit your story and show us the heroes behind the name.

May 13, 2025

AQW Housing Spotlight: The Infinity House by LegendzKnD

Step beyond the bounds of time and space and into a masterpiece of imagination

The Infinity House (appropriately named to honor the upcoming AQW: Infinity tech demo!) built by LegendzKnD showcases just how limitless player creativity can be. Every room is lovingly crafted to reflect the unique energy of an Infinity Stone, giving each space its own personality, aesthetic, and purpose.

Whether you're sipping coffee with your besties at ScarBucks, or causing a commotion with the Infernal Guardians, this player housing build has a realm for every kind of adventurer. So let’s take a walk through LegendzKnD’s inter-dimensional estate and explore each realm hidden within!

🌠 The Land Between

This cosmic scene is a real blast from the past… and the future! Situated outside of time and space, The Land Between boasts colorful portals that beckon you to alternate timelines, offering a glimpse into the infinite. A Frostval tree stands front and center, a festive anomaly in an otherwise galactic-scape. This room is the heartbeat of the house, a peaceful yet potent nexus that ties all realities together. It certainly sets the stage for an unforgettable journey through our anything-goes universe!

🏛️ Meeting Room

When the most powerful beings need a space to plot, dream, and debate, they gather here. Characters from every corner of the multiverse meet up in this golden hall, chatting and scheming under the watchful glow of a massive infinity gauntlet that’s practically surging with power. The vibe is electric as heroes, villains, and cosmic beings exchange ideas… think of it as a galactic brainstorming sesh with a heaping helping of sparkles!

☕ ScarBucks Coffee

Villain or hero, we all need our caffeine fix. ScarBucks serves up piping hot peace, where the brew is as bold as the company you keep. This is a rare, safe space where the only thing stronger than espresso is the sense of camaraderie. No matter if you’re here to unwind… or to eavesdrop on some galactic gossip… ScarBucks is the hottest hangout in any universe. Sip, sip, hooray!

🔥 Infernal Lair

Dare to descend into this molten nightmare, where rivers of lava light the way to unimaginable power. Here, the Infinity Gauntlet sits atop a throne surrounded by swirling flames, guarded by the colossal Caladbolg and Hollowborn Caladbolg… and some seriously massive Infernal Guardians who watch your every move. This is a room built for the brave, the bold, and the slightly unhinged. Step carefully, heroes—or get burned!

❄️ Frozen Land

Not everything icy is heartless… in fact, Frozen Land is celebrating the birthdays of the Frozen King and Queen! Chill out in this frosty wonderland as guests gather around a towering cake and balloons drift through the cool breeze. Warlic, frozen in a moment of magical brilliance (uh, we hope?), adds the perfect touch to this chilly celebration. The Frozen Land proves that even in the coldest realms, there’s warmth to be found.

⚔️ Battle World 

Talk about a battle that’s out of this world! But this is no ordinary battlefield—it’s a coliseum of cosmic proportions where legends rise and fall. Titans, beasts, royalty, and fairy queens converge in this high-stakes arena to prove their worth in the ultimate test of might. Only the strongest survive in Battle World… and even then, they’ll leave with scars as souvenirs.

☠️ Death Domain

Beyond the final portal lies a realm cloaked in eerie purple glow and chilling silence. The massive white snake Zhenzhu Shé presides over the landscape, judging adventurers from the shadows of mortality. Swirling mists drift throughout the domain, but instead of despair, there’s inspiration. This is a place where the end is only the beginning… where the souls of heroes prove to be more powerful than blades! The Death Domain is both hauntingly beautiful and deeply profound.

💫 Thank You, LegendzKnD – and Thank YOU, Heroes!

We want to extend a cosmic THANK YOU to LegendzKnD for building such an incredible showcase of creativity, personality, and passion. The Infinity House is not just another housing build—it’s a reminder of what’s possible when players let their imaginations run wild in AdventureQuest Worlds!

With AQWorlds: Infinity on the horizon, the future of creativity is brighter than ever. This spotlight proves how deeply you all care about storytelling, style, and sharing your worlds with others (and how much we ~love~ our players, too!). 

To every one of you out there: thank you for making AQW legendary!

Battle on,
Beleen, LegendzKnD, and the AQW team

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PS: Think your home has what it takes to be featured on the Design Notes?
Submit your best build in our Player Housing Spotlight and show the world what YOUR imagination is capable of!

May 13, 2025

Game News: May 12 - 18

Read on for the latest news and information

Stay up to date with details on the server boosts and daily login gifts coming your way this week!

Monday: Double EXP Boost

Get double EXP from battles and quests until Wednesday!

Tuesday: Midweek Update

Our Tuesday Treasure Hunt is live! Head over to the /TheSpan and take Tek’s quest, Majestic Mecha Masterpiece, to obtain the GEARS house mechs from MechQuest. You can, again, choose between Wolfblade, Runehawk, or Mystraven, just like in MechQuest!

Wednesday: Double Gold Boost

Get double Gold from battles and quests until Friday!

Thursday: Unidentified 34 & 35 Boost

Get double rewards as you quest to collect resources to create the ArchFiend DoomLord set all week long.

Read the full post for more details. 

Friday Update Details

Read on for news about this weekend's new updates.

Story: Secrets & Consequences, part 2 of Lynaria's Saga
Rewards: color-custom Chiral Valley Knight set, Valen's armor, and more
Mini Collection: Unlock all the the Ne Oni and Cyber Ne Oni gear in this mini collection, or buy individual items from Quiddity CoinTosser in Battleon. 

Weekend Daily Gifts & Boosts

Server Boost: Get double Rep until Monday!
Saturday: Mecha Sepulchure's Blade from the NecroMech in /techfortress through June 6th.
Sunday: Ham Solo & ChewBarkka Gift pet from Zorba the Bakk in /zorbaspalace through June 6th. 

Stay up to date with new release plans and boosts on the Artix Calendar and see what the latest Bug Fixes and Balance Changes are in their patch notes.