Design Notes
September 27, 2024
This Weekend: New Abyssal Treasures
Quibble's Final Abyssal Fortune Collection Update
Talk Like a Pirate Day is one of the most popular holidays in AQWorlds, and Quibble Coinbit-ARRR is here for it! Our time-traveling sales-moglin is back with new loot for heroes who don't ask too many questions about where he "found" it. Buy items from his shop or unlock all 150+ event rares and a character page badge for 10,000 ACs when you get the Abyssal Fortune chest.
Collection Details
We've got a bountiful boatload of wicked rares and witchin' booty for you this weekend! The digital craftsmiths who created this year's sets have outdone themselves with unique treasures for you. Find them in Quibble's 2024 Abyssal Fortune Collection now.
Who: Quibble Coinbiter is back with an all-new event rare shop
What: The Abyssal Fortune collection contains over 150 items. Get the collection chest to unlock all 150+ items and a character page badge.
When: The collection will be in Battleon until the end of September.
How:
- Get the full collection for 10,000 ACs or
- Buy individual items from Quibble's Rares shop in Battleon
During the planning of this month's collection chest, one of the team's primary focuses was incorporating your feedback from the last few chests. We heard the calls for new, unique designs alongside cries for the classic iconic themes so many love. /cheer
Now Available: Abyssal Fortune Collection
The Abyssal Fortune Collection Chest Pet is in Quibble's Shop for 10,000 AdventureCoins now!
- Click it to open the collection shop full of 0 AC versions of Quibble's rares
- Automatically unlock any future items added to the collection
- As soon as you purchase the quest, your character page badge will apppear*
Find over 150 items in Quibble's Chest + Shop:
- Exclusive Abyssal Fortune Collection Chest pet to unlock the full collection shop
- NarwhalSlayer Admiral set
- S.S. Phantom Blood Captain set
- Naval and Shadow Navigator sets
- Naval Commander Noxus set
- Pirate Captain Sally set
- Phantom Naval Commander set
- Blood Isles Naval Commander (regular + posed variants)
- Noble Naval Commander set
- Gothic Naval Commander set
- Vampire Pirate Captain set
- Full Moon Buccaneer armor (Color-customizable)
- Buccaneer helms + Tail
- Chow Chow the Pirate Pup pet
- Moonbeast Cutlasses
- Wolf's Honor Rapiers
- Moonblessed Lycan Gauntlets
- Count of the Red Sea armor
- Red Sea Count helms
- Exsanguination Cutlasses + Armblades
- Eidolon Wings Rapiers
- Phantom Commander Cutlass + Revolver
- Chow Chow Pirate Pet
New This Weekend:
- S.S. Doom Captain set
- Mortal Doom Captain armor + accessories
- Dark CryptRaiser + Necro Pirate set
- Cove of Graves ground rune
- Cove of the Dead ground rune**
- Curse Dark Chest Bank pet
- Dark CryptRaiser minion pet
- Herald of Bloodlust pet
Special Addition: Ornate Pirate's Outfit, Lycan Gear, & Pets
The Ornate Pirate set + house item will be avaialble in Quibble's TLaPD Rares Shop for AdventureCoins and for 0 ACs in the Abyssal Fortune Collection Chest. Once the shop + chest leave on Monday, October 7th, the Ornate Pirate Set will be added to Twilly's Treasure Chest quest.
The set includes:
- Ornate Pirate armor
- Reversed Ornate Pirate armor
- Ornate Pirate Cap + Hat
- Fluffy Pirate Fox pet
- Fluffy Pirate Fox house guest
The following items are available in Quibble's TLaPD Shop + Abyssal Collection, but will be permanently available in-game.
Lycan Shop
Find it in the /lycan map
- Moonblessed Lycan helms
- Moonblessed Lycan Tail
- Moonblessed Lycan Paws
Aria's Pet Shop
Find it in the /lbattleontown map
- Vampire Bat Companion Pet
- Chow Chow Pup Pet
- Noble Pirate Parrot Pet
The Chaos Pirate Seasonal Collection Chest Returns
For AQWorlds' 13th anniversary, we added a seasonal Chaos Saga Pirate chest with over 100 items! Unlock them all when you get the Chaos Pirate Collection Chest, or buy individual items from the shop in your game menu.
The seasonal Chaos Pirate Collection Chest includes:
- Mobius Naval Commander set: based on Escherion, the 1st Lord of Chaos
- Duality Pirate Captain set: based on Xing and Xan, the 2nd Lords of Chaos
- Chaos Dragon Pirate Captain set: inspired by Chaos DragonLord Vath, the 3rd Lord of Chaos
- Ruby and Emerald Yokai Pirate Captain sets: inspired by Yokai Isle, the 4th Chaos Saga area
- WerePyre-ate Captain set: inspired by Wolfwing, the 5th Lord of Chaos
- Discordian Naval Commander set: inspired by Discordia, totally the 6th Lord of Chaos
- Arboreal Pirate Captain set: inspired by Arcangrove, the 7th Chaos Saga area
- Sandsea Naval Commander set: inspired by Zhoom, your main ally in the the 8th Lord of Chaos Saga
- Horcish and Trollish Naval Commander sets: inspired by your allies in the 9th Lord of Chaos Saga
- Chronomancer Pirate Captain set: inspired by Iadoa, the 10th Lord of Chaos
- ChaosFang Naval Commander set: inspired by LionFang, the 11th Lord of Chaos
- Swordhaven Naval Commander set: inspired by Alteon, ruler of the 12th Chaos Saga area
- Eternal Dragon Naval Commander set: inspired by the Eternal Dragon of Time, the 13th Lord of Chaos
- Ahoyrion Quest pet (with quest for exclusive character page badge)
Just want a couple of the items listed above? Apart from the exclusive pets, all of the gear contained inside the 2023 TLaPD Grim Sails Collection Chest shop will also be available to buy individually in Quibble's Event shop.
* Previously, you would need to complete a quest to enable the character page badge.
** A version of this item will release in the future with different ground coloring and a color-customizable lightning bolt. It will be added into Quibble's Abyssal Fortune Collection Chest at that time.
September 27, 2024
Azalith Morningstar Challenge Boss
Return to the Celestial Realm This Weekend
Your final confrontation against Azalith, the fallen ArchAngel, is almost here. The coming battle will decide the fate of the Celestials and Infernals. But first... you must prepare. Hunt down her minions, take on the Infernal Vanguard, and see what new skills the Morningstar herself has learned in our newest Challenge Boss Battle!
New Game Release
Challenge Boss: Battle the Apex Azalith Challenge Boss in the Infernal Arena
New Rewards: permanent + rare Celestial Realm rewards
Collection Chest Update: third + final shipment of Talk Like a Pirate Day Collection rares
Weekend Daily Gifts & Boosts
Server Boost: double Gold, Reputation, Class Points, and EXP
Saturday: Battle Magma Blazebeard in the /BlazingBeach map to collect new pirate weapons and the Noble Parrot cape.
Sunday: Battle Kathool in the /DeepChaos map to collect a hefty load of achor-themed items.
New Reward Sets
This weekend, we've got host of new reward items for you to collect and create. Defeat the monsters in the /ChampAzalith to collect 20 new 0 AC items in the Celestial and Infernal Wanderer sets.
Challenge Boss Rewards
Head to the /ChampAzalith and /ApexAzalith maps now to begin fighting to unlock this weekend's rewards.
Celestial Wanderer Set
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Infernal Wanderer Set
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Plus, take on Azalith's Infernal Vanguard minions to get:
- Maah-na's armor, wings, and hood
- Akh-a's Spear + Shield, Spear, and Companion Pet
Blood Caster Set
Aranx wanted to craft a very special gift for you to thank you for celebrating his birthday. Enter.. the Blood Caster! Buy the entire Blood Caster set from the Featured Gear Shop for AdventureCoins or craft the pieces of the Infernal Blood Caster set in the merge shop in /ApexAzalith.
Blood Caster set | Infernal Blood Caster |
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Featured Gear Shop: Magical Girl x Mermaids
ranx is on FIRE this week! (Even when his gear is under water.) Find his seasonal magical girl x mermaid fusion armor + helm in your Featured Gear Shop for AdventureCoins until November 1st. They will return next September.
- Magical MerMariner armor
- Shimmering MerMariner Locks
- Opalescent MerMariner armor
- Opalescent MerMariner Locks
Boss Battle Guide
You'll face a wide variety of boss types as you battle through our weekly releases.
Reward Bosses:
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World Bosses:
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Challenge Bosses:
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Ultra Bosses:
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Azalith, Morningstar Boss Update
Yesterday, we rolled out an update to the boss, fixing an issue where mis-timed heals would lead to instant party wipes. The changes (which included added DMG to the Inversion attack) diminished the difficulty of the battle but increased the difficulty in coordinating with party members. This was not the goal.
A new update will go live shortly, bringing the Azalith, Morningstar boss closer to its original version but with a Decay attack instead of the heal inversion. This will keep mis-timed heals ineffective, but less detrimental to the health of the party.
Azalith, Morningstar Updates:
- Changed attack speed from 2 seconds to 2.5 seconds
- Inversion Magic now applies Decay, no longer deals damage
- Tenebrae now removes Decay
We've received a lot of feedback about why last week's challenge boss felt so frustrating. The entire team appreciates everyone who took the time to share their thoughts.
We've added several design guidelines to help ensure sure future boss battles are more enjoyable from the start:
- no Rare Rarity gear tied to challenge boss fights
- Azalith, Morningstar and the Divina Voluntas item will not be required for future farms
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 the patch notes.
September 26, 2024
Guild Spotlight: Alter
Together We Rise, Together We Thrive
Founded on May the 4th, 2024, Alter is a new but rapidly growing force in AQWorlds, boasting an impressive 200 members. Alter has quickly become a guild known for its illustrious commitment to community led by the fearless Lucifer alongside her dedicated officers.
At the heart of Alter is their powerful motto: “Together we rise, together we thrive.” This sense of unity radiates through every adventure, quest, and grind session, with members consistently encouraging each other to succeed. Whether it’s tackling the toughest bosses, completing quests, or just sharing good times alongside giggles, Alter is a guild that fosters a sense of belonging. Every triumph is shared ~and~ every setback is faced as a team, making them more than just a guild… they’re family!
Alter Guild Story & Stats
👑 Guild Name: Alter
📅 Founding Date: 4th May 2024
🤴 Guild Leader: Lucifer
👮♂️ Guild Officers: Shutsujin, Ewa, Amorth, Nandixer, Phantomstinger, O_Q. and Azriael.
👥 Guild Size: 200
📖 Guild Story: At the heart of our guild beats a spirit of camaraderie and support. United by a passion for friendship and assistance, we stand together through every challenge, lifting each other up with a smile and a helping hand. Our motto: 'Together we rise, together we thrive.' Join us, where every quest is a chance to make a difference and every victory is celebrated as a team.
Built on Unity and Friendship
Alter's values go beyond in-game achievements. The guild is a place where friendships are forged, assistance is always available, and challenges are met with smiles. Whether you're looking to progress in AQW or simply enjoy the game in good company, Alter offers an inclusive and supportive environment where members lift each other up.
Rest assured that both in Alter and in AQWorlds, you are never alone. Every quest is an opportunity to make a difference, every challenge is faced together, and every victory is celebrated as a team! This guild and this game thrives on unity*, support, and the unwavering belief that there’s nothing we can't accomplish together!
On behalf of Alter and all the amazing heroes in game and IRL too…
Battle on!
Beleen and the AQW team (and ofc Alter guildmates, too!)
* this game thrives on unity… but also built in Unity! AQWorlds Infinity is currently being built using Unity and is coming soon to Steam and mobile devices. Check out AQ2D.com for all the Infinity updates, and be sure to Wishlist on Steam if you haven’t already!
September 23, 2024
Game News: September 23 - 29
Read on for the latest news and information
Stay up to date with details on the new releases, server boosts, daily login gifts, art previews, balance updates, and more in this week's game digest post.
Monday: Double Server Boost
Get more gold from battles and quests until Wednesday!
Tuesday: Midweek Update
Last week's Talk Like a Pireate Day event offered up a boatload of new reward items, but we couldn't release ALL the treasures we had planned for you.* Log in and return to the Blood Isles tomorrow. Battle the Merpyre for a bounty of bewitching boss-themed reward drops. But be careful... she bites!
Merpyre Boss Drops
- Armor (female art only)
- 3 helms
- 1 house guard
* Some boss drops were delayed due to an emergency trip I had to take out of state.
Wednesday: Double Server Boost
Get more reputation by completing quests from until Friday!
Thursday: Dark Spirit Orbs Boost
Get double rewards as you battle to create your Greatblade of the Entwined Eclipse through next Wednesday!
Read the full post for more details.
Friday Update Details
Read on for news about this weekend's new updates.
Challenge Boss: Battle the Apex Azalith Challenge Boss in the Infernal Arena
New Rewards: perament + rare Celestial rewards
Collection Chest Update: third + final shipment of Talk Like a Pirate Day Collection rares
Weekend Daily Gifts & Boosts
Server Boost: double Gold, Reputation, Class Points, and EXP
Saturday: Battle Magma Blazebeard in the /BlazingBeach map to collect new pirate weapons and the Noble Parrot cape.
Sunday: Battle Kathool in the /DeepChaos map to collect a hefty load of achor-themed items.
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.
September 20, 2024
This Weekend: New Abyssal Treasures
Quibble's 2024 Abyssal Fortune Collection Update
Talk Like a Pirate Day is one of the most popular holidays in AQWorlds, and Quibble Coinbit-ARRR is here for it! Our time-traveling sales-moglin is back with new loot for heroes who don't ask too many questions about where he "found" it. Buy items from his shop or unlock all 150+ event rares and a character page badge for 10,000 ACs when you get the Abyssal Fortune chest. Tonight: 30+ new rare items with more being shipped in next week!
Collection Details
We've got a bountiful boatload of wicked rares and witchin' booty for you this weekend! The digital craftsmiths who created this year's sets have outdone themselves with unique treasures for you. Find them in Quibble's 2024 Abyssal Fortune Collection now.
Who: Quibble Coinbiter is back with an all-new event rare shop
What: The Abyssal Fortune collection contains over 150 items. Get the collection chest to unlock all 150+ items and a character page badge.
When: The collection will be in Battleon until the end of September.
How:
- Get the full collection for 10,000 ACs or
- Buy individual items from Quibble's Rares shop in Battleon
During the planning of this month's collection chest, one of the team's primary focuses was incorporating your feedback from the last few chests. We heard the calls for new, unique designs alongside cries for the classic iconic themes so many love. /cheer
Now Available: Abyssal Fortune Collection
The Abyssal Fortune Collection Chest Pet is in Quibble's Shop for 10,000 AdventureCoins now!
- Click it to open the collection shop full of 0 AC versions of Quibble's rares
- Automatically unlock any future items added to the collection
- As soon as you purchase the quest, your character page badge will apppear
Find over 120 items in Quibble's Chest + Shop:
- Exclusive Abyssal Fortune Collection Chest pet to unlock the full collection shop
- NarwhalSlayer Admiral set
- S.S. Phantom Blood Captain set
- Naval and Shadow Navigator sets
- Naval Commander Noxus set
- Pirate Captain Sally set
- Phantom Naval Commander set
- Blood Isles Naval Commander (regular + posed variants)
- Noble Naval Commander set
- Gothic Naval Commander set
- Vampire Pirate Captain set
New this weekend:
- Full Moon Buccaneer armor (Color-customizable)
- Buccaneer helms + Tail
- Chow Chow the Pirate Pup pet
- Moonbeast Cutlasses
- Wolf's Honor Rapiers
- Moonblessed Lycan Gauntlets
- Count of the Red Sea armor
- Red Sea Count helms
- Exsanguination Cutlasses + Armblades
- Eidolon Wings Rapiers
- Phantom Commander Cutlass + Revolver
- Chow Chow Pirate Pet
The following items are available in Quibble's TLaPD Shop + Abyssal Collection, but will be permanently available in-game.
Lycan Shop
Find it in the /lycan map
- Moonblessed Lycan helms
- Moonblessed Lycan Tail
- Moonblessed Lycan Paws
Aria's Pet Shop
Find it in the /lbattleontown map
- Vampire Bat Companion Pet
- Chow Chow Pup Pet
- Noble Pirate Parrot Pet
Still to Come...
- S.S. Doom Captain set
- Crystallis Commander set
The Chaos Pirate Seasonal Collection Chest Returns
For AQWorlds' 13th anniversary, we added a seasonal Chaos Saga Pirate chest with over 100 items! Unlock them all when you get the Chaos Pirate Collection Chest, or buy individual items from the shop in your game menu.
The seasonal Chaos Pirate Collection Chest includes:
- Mobius Naval Commander set: based on Escherion, the 1st Lord of Chaos
- Duality Pirate Captain set: based on Xing and Xan, the 2nd Lords of Chaos
- Chaos Dragon Pirate Captain set: inspired by Chaos DragonLord Vath, the 3rd Lord of Chaos
- Ruby and Emerald Yokai Pirate Captain sets: inspired by Yokai Isle, the 4th Chaos Saga area
- WerePyre-ate Captain set: inspired by Wolfwing, the 5th Lord of Chaos
- Discordian Naval Commander set: inspired by Discordia, totally the 6th Lord of Chaos
- Arboreal Pirate Captain set: inspired by Arcangrove, the 7th Chaos Saga area
- Sandsea Naval Commander set: inspired by Zhoom, your main ally in the the 8th Lord of Chaos Saga
- Horcish and Trollish Naval Commander sets: inspired by your allies in the 9th Lord of Chaos Saga
- Chronomancer Pirate Captain set: inspired by Iadoa, the 10th Lord of Chaos
- ChaosFang Naval Commander set: inspired by LionFang, the 11th Lord of Chaos
- Swordhaven Naval Commander set: inspired by Alteon, ruler of the 12th Chaos Saga area
- Eternal Dragon Naval Commander set: inspired by the Eternal Dragon of Time, the 13th Lord of Chaos
- Ahoyrion Quest pet (with quest for exclusive character page badge)
Just want a couple of the items listed above? Apart from the exclusive pets, all of the gear contained inside the 2023 TLaPD Grim Sails Collection Chest shop will also be available to buy individually in Quibble's Event shop.
* Previously, you would need to complete a quest to enable the character page badge.
September 20, 2024
Blood, Bones & Bounty
Friday the 13th x Talk Like a Pirate Day Continues
Avast! The war between the Vampire and Lycan Pirates is over, but the victor is nowhere to be found. Sea and shore are silent, save for the haunting voice of a creature rising eerily above the waves. If you want any chance at escaping this bloody beach, you need to find out why Kurok Gravefang wanted them alal to fight to the death in the first place. Join special guest pirate musician Aurelio Voltaire in the /BloodIsles map now for the conclusion of our double holiday event!
New Game Release
Double Holiday Event: Battle through the /BloodIsles to discover Kurok's plan
Abyssal Treasure Collection Update: Full Moon Buccaneer + Count of the Red Sea sets
Shop Updates: new gear in the Aria's Pet Shop + the Lycan Shop
Weekend Daily Gifts & Boosts
Server Boost: double EXP boost
Saturday: Battle Bloodthirty Bonnie in the Blood Isles to collect new 0 AC pirate gear!
Sunday: Talk to Teka the Umbramancer in the ShadowRealm. Complete her quests to craft new gear!
Dark & Deadly Bounties
Bonnie Blood and Flintfang -- the Captains of the the Crimson Veil and Full Moon -- know their crews won't fight without the proper incentive.... and WE know you feel the same way! (As is right and proper for a pirate.) Talk to Flightfang in the /BloodIsles now. Complete his Petty Proposition quest to collect the resources you'll need to craft wicked new rewards.
Blood Isles Rewards
Merge Shop Blood Testament Hair + Locks |
Drops Blood Testament Pirate |
And don't miss any of the new event rewards from last week! Find them in the /bloodpiratehub now.
Aurelio Voltaire Returns for Friday the 13th!
Friday the 13th and Aurelio Voltaire go together like Evil Armies of Undead and Horror Movies. He is legitimately one of the most creative people we know. He is the maker of music, films, books, comics, toys and... mayhem. He first appeared in AdventureQuest Worlds back in 2009, during our first-ever in-game Friday the 13th UNLIVE event! Since then, he's appeared in all of our Friday the 13th events.
In addition to being an incredible artist, he's a downright amazing person to work with, and we're incredibly grateful for the time and energy he spent helping us with the release. This weekend, battle your undead enemies to the beat of his "The Skeleton Dance" instrumental track, released on his 2023 album "The Last Halloween Party"!
Stay up to date with all his music, art, and news updates here and once you've finished the event, make sure you check out his Youtube series, "Gothic Homemaking with Aurelio Voltaire." On behalf of the entire AdventureQuest Worlds team, we want to thank Aurelio Voltaire for being a part of this special event!
Sunday: Teka's New Birthday Gifts
At long last, Teka, AQWorlds graphic designer and Umbramancer, steps out of the shadows and into the twilight. Find her in the ShadowRealm this Sunday with a host of new birthday gifts for you! Crafted by her loyal companion, Aciel, she is eager to hear stories of your adventure. And if you ask nicely, she'll trade you valuable curios in return for completing certain dark tasks for her.
Prove yourself useful by completing her first two tasks to unlock the Obsessor Captain armor and Skull Compass mace. You'll need those to accept a daily quest for Elden Rubies. Save them to craft her Obsessor Commander set items!
Merge Shop Obsessor Commander |
Battleontown Drops Hollowink Garb armor |
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.
PS: A fix has been rolled out to the DragonsGrasp house in AQWorlds. The Enter frame is now vislble and a color-customization room has been added.
September 13, 2024
Tonight: Talk Like a Pirate 2024 Collection
Unlock event rare items in our 2024 Abyssal Fortune Collection
Talk Like a Pirate Day is one of the most popular holidays in AQWorlds, and Quibble Coinbit-ARRR is here for it! Our time-traveling sales-moglin is back with new loot for heroes who don't ask too many questions about where he "found" it. Buy items from his shop or unlock all 150+ event rares and a character page badge for 10,000 ACs when you get the Abyssal Fortune chest. Tonight: 90+ items with more being shipped in next week!
Collection Details
We've got a bountiful boatload of wicked rares and witchin' booty for you this weekend! The digital craftsmiths who created this year's sets have outdone themselves with unique treasures for you. Find them in Quibble's 2024 Abyssal Fortune Collection now.
Who: Quibble Coinbiter is back with an all-new event rare shop
What: The Abyssal Fortune collection contains over 150 items. Get the collection chest to unlock all 150+ items and a character page badge.
When: The collection will be in Battleon until the end of September.
How:
- Get the full collection for 10,000 ACs or
- Buy individual items from Quibble's Rares shop in Battleon
During the planning of this month's collection chest, one of the team's primary focuses was incorporating your feedback from the last few chests. We heard the calls for new, unique designs alongside cries for the classic iconic themes so many love. /cheer
Now Available: Abyssal Fortune Collection
The Abyssal Fortune Collection Chest Pet is in Quibble's Shop for 10,000 AdventureCoins now!
- Click it to open the collection shop full of 0 AC versions of Quibble's rares
- Automatically unlock any future items added to the collection
- As soon as you purchase the quest, your character page badge will apppear
This week, over 100 items arrive in Quibble's Chest + Shop:
- Exclusive Abyssal Fortune Collection Chest pet to unlock the full collection shop
- NarwhalSlayer Admiral set
- S.S. Phantom Blood Captain set
- Naval and Shadow Navigator sets
- Naval Commander Noxus set
- Pirate Captain Sally set
- Phantom Naval Commander set
- Blood Isles Naval Commander (regular + posed variants)
- Noble Naval Commander set
- Gothic Naval Commander set
- Vampire Pirate Captain set
Still to Come:
- Vampire Pirate Slayer set
- Lycan Pirate Captain set
- S.S. Doom Captain set
- Crystallis Commander set
- and more!
The Chaos Pirate Seasonal Collection Chest Returns
For AQWorlds' 13th anniversary, we added a seasonal Chaos Saga Pirate chest with over 100 items! Unlock them all when you get the Chaos Pirate Collection Chest, or buy individual items from the shop in your game menu.
The seasonal Chaos Pirate Collection Chest includes:
- Mobius Naval Commander set: based on Escherion, the 1st Lord of Chaos
- Duality Pirate Captain set: based on Xing and Xan, the 2nd Lords of Chaos
- Chaos Dragon Pirate Captain set: inspired by Chaos DragonLord Vath, the 3rd Lord of Chaos
- Ruby and Emerald Yokai Pirate Captain sets: inspired by Yokai Isle, the 4th Chaos Saga area
- WerePyre-ate Captain set: inspired by Wolfwing, the 5th Lord of Chaos
- Discordian Naval Commander set: inspired by Discordia, totally the 6th Lord of Chaos
- Arboreal Pirate Captain set: inspired by Arcangrove, the 7th Chaos Saga area
- Sandsea Naval Commander set: inspired by Zhoom, your main ally in the the 8th Lord of Chaos Saga
- Horcish and Trollish Naval Commander sets: inspired by your allies in the 9th Lord of Chaos Saga
- Chronomancer Pirate Captain set: inspired by Iadoa, the 10th Lord of Chaos
- ChaosFang Naval Commander set: inspired by LionFang, the 11th Lord of Chaos
- Swordhaven Naval Commander set: inspired by Alteon, ruler of the 12th Chaos Saga area
- Eternal Dragon Naval Commander set: inspired by the Eternal Dragon of Time, the 13th Lord of Chaos
- Ahoyrion Quest pet (with quest for exclusive character page badge)
Just want a couple of the items listed above? Apart from the exclusive pets, all of the gear contained inside the 2023 TLaPD Grim Sails Collection Chest shop will also be available to buy individually in Quibble's Event shop.
* Previously, you would need to complete a quest to enable the character page badge.
September 13, 2024
Friday the 13th x TLaPD Double Event
Th' Crimson Veil Vampires vs th' Full Moon Lycans
YARRRRR! Friday the 13th is making landfall RIGHT NOW! Kurok Gravefang the Werepyre Lich, has thrown down a furry gauntlet in the ancient war between Vampires and Lycans. The winner gets to join Gravefang's horde, indulge in a secret treasure - and most important of all - brag about their victory to the loser. This weekend, join Aurelio Voltaire as he inspires everyone with his macabre melodies while YOU battle to help your favorite crew win in our double holiday event: the Blood Isles War!
New Game Release
Double Holiday Event: Vampires vs Lycans in the TLaPD war rematch!
Talk Like a Pirate Day Collection: find the first shipment of Quibble's TLaPD rare gear
Featured Gear Shop: Aranx's birthday rare sets
Weekend Daily Gifts & Boosts
Server Boost: double Gold boost
Saturday: Battle the Full Moon and Crimson Veil Pirates in this weekend's war to collect the rare, 0 AC NarwhalSlayer Rapier weapons.
Sunday: Battle the Drowned Vampire and Werewolf in this weekend's war to collect the rare, 0 AC Undead Falcon Pet & weapons.
Dark & Deadly New Booty
Back in 2016, Vampire and Lycan Pirate Clans fought for control of the Midnight Sea, which lies just to the right of the Evernight Mountains in Dwarfhold. Vampires won, and Captain Bonnie Blood became Queen... but this ancient feud is FAR from over. Talk to Regina Vile or Skoll Hook to begin your quests. Fight to raise the war meter and unlock dark rewards when you /join piratebloodhub.
Defeat opponents to raise the war meter, collect war medals and item drops, plus resources to craft the gear below. Choose to fight for your favorite side or go rogue and battle for both! Even more 0 AC RARE war chest rewards unlock at 25%, 50%, and 75%
Aurelio Voltaire's Merge Shop
Goth Musician armor |
Fancy Goth Pigtails + Visage |
Goth Beanie Locks Visage |
War Rewards
Merge Shop Enchanted Blood Isles Corsair |
Drops Lost Bayonet |
25% War Chest Ghostly Skulls ground |
50% War Chest Eyeball Bombadier pet |
75% War Chest Enchanted Blood Skulls cape |
Aurelio Voltaire Returns for Friday the 13th!
Friday the 13th and Aurelio Voltaire go together like Evil Armies of Undead and Horror Movies. He is legitimately one of the most creative people we know. He is the maker of music, films, books, comics, toys and... mayhem. He first appeared in AdventureQuest Worlds back in 2009, during our first-ever in-game Friday the 13th UNLIVE event! Since then, he's appeared in all of our Friday the 13th events.
In addition to being an incredible artist, he's a downright amazing person to work with, and we're incredibly grateful for the time and energy he spent helping us with the release. This weekend, battle your undead enemies to the beat of his "The Skeleton Dance" instrumental track, released on his 2023 album "The Last Halloween Party"!
Stay up to date with all his music, art, and news updates here and once you've finished the event, make sure you check out his Youtube series, "Gothic Homemaking with Aurelio Voltaire." On behalf of the entire AdventureQuest Worlds team, we want to thank Aurelio Voltaire for being a part of this special event!
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.
September 09, 2024
Community Poll: New Armor Set Theme
Help Choose What Comes Next
The AQWorlds team has so many ideas for new gear sets that we want to create for you. Below is a small sample of some of the themes we've discussed. None of them are 100% confirmed... but that's where YOU come in! Vote for your favorite theme from the list below this week. A second poll will be posted next Monday featuring only the most popular option from each platform. The winning set will be released later this year.
Poll #1 Options
- Platinum Dragon Samurai
- Dark Fantasy Gothic x Wedding/Formal
- Doom Triad x Martial Artist
- Ancient Egyptian/Sandsea Warrior
Poll #2 Options
Starts Monday, September 16th
- Most popular option from Twitter
- Most popular option from Facebook
- Most popular option from Discord
How to Vote
Vote in-game
- Log in to your AQWorlds game account
- Click the Polls button on your Game Menu
- Choose your favorite option
Vote on Twitter
- Log in to your Twitter account
- Head to the poll post here
- Choose your favorite option
Vote on Discord
- Log in to your Discord account
- Head to the poll post here on the AE Official Discord server
- Choose your favorite option
Choosing Winners
Poll #1 will be posted on multiple platforms: in-game, on Twitter, and on Discord. You can vote once on each platform.
- The first poll ends this Friday, September 13th at 6 PM EST.
- The set with the most votes on each platform will move on to Poll #2.
- Poll #2 will be posted Monday, September 16th and end Friday, September 20th.
Note: If one set wins on two platforms, Poll #2 will only include two options. If a single set wins on all 3 platforms, Poll #2 will be unnecessary.
September 09, 2024
Guild Spotlight: Wolves
The Wolves Guild Celebrates Friendship and Freedom
Founded in June 2015, the Wolves Guild is a Brazilian powerhouse in AQWorlds, led by their dedicated leader P31h and supported by their officers Alemao 4i20, Onoki, Dark Hold, and Jon. With 125 members, this guild embodies the essence of Artix Entertainment’s core values: freedom of expression, freedom of speech, freedom of friendship, and the freedom of being yourself.
Unity in Diversity
The Wolves Guild is more than a group of players; they’re a sword-swinging syndicate of unique individuals, each bringing their strengths and talents to the table ~and~ battlefield. Whether engaging in intense PvP battles or farming rare items, the Wolves approach every quest with enthusiasm, strategy, and a sense of community & camaraderie. Their ability to unite for a common cause, despite individual differences, highlights the importance of teamwork and friendship in online gaming (aaand the real world, too). Every victory is celebrated, and every defeat is embraced as an opportunity to learn and grow! #MondayMotivation :)
Wolves Guild Stats & Story
🏰 Guild Name: Wolves
🗓 Founding Date: 15/06/2015
🐺 Guild Leader: P31h
🐾 Guild Officers: Alemao 4i20, Onoki, Dark Hold, Jon
🌑 Guild Size: 125
🧾 A Brief Description: We are a Brazilian guild of friends, united by our love for gaming, gathering daily to face epic challenges. Whether in intense battles or long journeys through unknown worlds, it’s the friendship that keeps us together. Each of us, with our unique skills, adds an essential piece to the group, creating an unbeatable force that supports each other in every fight.
PvP, rare items, and farming are more than just objectives; they are the essence of our shared adventure. Together, we dive headfirst into every battle, planning strategies and executing moves with precision. But it’s not just about winning; it’s about the journey, the learning, and the fun moments that arise between the battles.
With every victory, there’s celebration. With every defeat, there’s a lesson. And in every moment, there are laughs that strengthen the bonds between us. At the end of the day, it’s not just the achievements that matter, but the unity and friendship that make our guild truly special.
Friendship & Freedom Forever!
In light of Brazil’s recent ban on X / Twitter, the core values of AQWorlds and Artix Entertainment – freedom of expression, freedom of speech, and the freedom to be yourself – are more important than ever before. AQWorlds has long been a platform where players from all over the world can connect and be their true selves, without fear of judgment or restriction. For Brazilian players, and for all players everywhere, Artix games are a safe haven for creativity, friendship, and shared experiences that transcend borders and overcome obstacles!
With their incredible members and values, the Wolves Guild sets an Alpha example of what makes AQWorlds so special. Their story of friendship, teamwork, and perseverance is testament to the power that this game has in bringing people together, regardless of their background or location. As AQW continues to champion freedom and creativity, the Wolves Guild will undoubtedly lead the pack, remaining a fierce force for these ideals for many moons to come.
Battle on!
Beleen and the AQW team (and ofc the Wolves Guild, too!)
PS: Do you want the chance to have your Guild from AQW, AQ3D, or EpicDuel featured on the Design Notes? Click here to enter your guild, screenshots, and story on our Guild Spotlight post!
PPS: If you are in Brazil and cannot access Twitter anymore, you can still get all our AQW news + updates on Facebook, Discord, and the Design Notes on AQ.com and Artix.com
September 06, 2024
YARRR! Holiday Events Return
Seasonal holiday events return + new upgrade bonus
AHOY! A paranormal storm is about to break... and before it does, it's high time you log in and get your battle on. Take on Sea King Kurok in the Blood Testament Isles to prepare for the double-holiday event starting next weekend as we celebrate Friday the 13th and Talk Like a Pirate Day! Plus, find all our returning seasonal events, September Hub town, and more this weekend.
/Join SeaKingKurok now and talk to Bonnie Blood, Captain of the Crimson Veil, for more information about just why you've all journeyed to the Blood Testament Isles... and just what "Sea King Kurok" is after.
New Game Release
New Event: Battle Sea King Kurok to collect two new reward sets
Holiday Events return: Talk Like a Pirate Day, Friday the 13th, Brasil Independence Day events all return!
New Bonus Pack: Loot and plunder your way to victory with the color-custom Midnight Sea Commander upgrade bonus set
Weekend Daily Gifts & Boosts
Server Boost: double Reputation
Saturday: Battle Sea King Gravefang to collect the rare, 0 AC Skull Bomb weapons
Sunday: Battle Sea King Gravefang to collect a rare, 0 AC Blood Isle floor item
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.
New Boss Battle This Weekend!
You'll find a bounty of epic and piratical booty waits for those willing to fight for it! YARRRR! But... WHY will you fight for? That's th' real question, me hearties!
0 AC Member Drops Blood Testament Corsair |
0 AC Reward Drops Werepyre Devotee Pirate |
Battle through all our Friday the 13th Events now!
What is undead can never die… Not when there is always another Friday the 13th. The eternally dark holiday is almost here once again... and just as in years past, something dark, deadly, and VERY strange is happening on Lore. /join Voltairetown to battle through all our previous Friday the 13th seasonal events.
This weekend, log in to battle through all our returning Friday the 13th events. Then join special guest Aurelio Voltaire next Friday for Part 1 an all-new double holiday adventure as we continue the tale of the Midnight Crown War between the Vampires, Lycans... and Kurok Gravefang!
Yarrr! Talk Like a Pirate Day Events Are Back
Ahoy! Pirates, swashbucklers, and seadawgs alike... now's th' time to loot and pillage in preparation for th' Talk Like a Pirate Day event next week. Log in this weekend as all our SEA-sonal pirate events return.
If you haven't checked out our other seasonal Talk Like a Pirate Day events yet, /join septhub (our September event hub town) to find all our seasonal Talk Like a Pirate Day maps, birthday NPCs, and battle for loot, booty, and adventy-ARRRRR!
- Tlapd
- Pirates
- Piratewar
- Hiddendepths
- Blazebeard
- Manacannon
- Kaijuwar
- Heartofthesea
- cetoleonwar
- doompirates
Leaving Soon: mark your calendars
Don't miss out on your favorite limited time events, stories, and gear!
September 9: Blue Dahlia's Scythe from Slugbutter
September 13: Royal Wedding Rares in the Featured Gear Shop
September 20: Crystallis Adjudicator, Fantasia Fairy, and Akiba-Kei Gear in the Featured Gear Shop
September 27th: Rare Anime Fusion sets in the Featured Gear shop
September 06, 2024
Aranx & the Celestial Realm
Battle to save the Celestial Realm Once More!
If you've been with us for a while, you might remember Aranx, AdventureQuest Worlds Artist and Celestial Guardian. But if you haven't battled through the Celestial Realm yet, and you're a fan of gold or Good-themed gear... hold on to your helms!
Now's the time to get explore Aranx's Celestial Realm. Later this month, we'll bring you a new boss battle and rewards as the team works on the final chapter of the Celestial Realm Saga finale (currently set to release early next year.)
Battle to unlock monster drops and merge shop reward gear when you /join celestialpast.
Save the Celestial Realm before it's too late!
The three Celestial Avatars of Time, Death, and Life are missing. A portal to the Infernal Realm (two realms to the left of the Underworld) has been opened by Chamat, the Queen of Monsters’ talented Lieutenant. Infernal creatures are flooding into the Celestial Realm, and Aranx needs YOUR help to drive the dark beasts out and discover where the Avatars have gone -- if his world falls… Lore will be next!
War in the Celestial Realm
There are no certainties in war. There is a precipice on either side of you, Hero — a precipice of caution and a precipice of over-daring... but failure is not an option for Aranx, and he will make it worth your while!
If you battle for him, he'll give you the opportunity to earn gear from his Celestial Realm merge shop and purchase gear from the Rares shop.
Next Week: Birthday Gear from Aranx
Aranx’s Celestial Birthday gear returns to the Featured Gear shop in your game menu next week! During his birthday month, we bring back the seasonal birthday gear long-time fans of the Celestial Realm know and love! These are some of the best Good and Evil-themed items of the year, but they're only available for a short time.
Arriving in the Featured Gear Shop next week:
- Evolved LightCaster
- Silken Hood of Light
- Glowing Halo and Locks of Light
- Glowing Halo of Light
- Shining Blade of Glory
- Shining Blade of Glory (member gold version)
September 06, 2024
Obrigado, Brasil! We <3 You
Celebrate Brasil's Independence Day This Month
Celebrate Brasilian Independence Day this month with a host of bosses and zones inspired by Brasilian culture return! Head to /Mythperception Island in Terra da Festa and talk to Batista, the Folklore Spinner to begin your adventures.
Take on the Trickster and more when you talk to Batista in /mythperceptions.
Unlock farming rewards crafted just for you by several our the AQWorlds Brasilian artists.
Battle monsters in the /mythperceptions map to unlock:
- Monstrous Cuca armor set (monster form available from the Ultra Cuca monster)
- Cuca's Outfit armor set (human form available from the Cuca monster)
- Corpo Seco armor set
- Saci the Trickster armor set (human form)
Plus, talk to Batista to find even more gear in his merge shop!
Battle the bosses in /iara and /ultraiara to earn merge shop resources to create epic new reward items themed after Iara's tail (er... tale).
Battle the Boto Cor Rosa to collect all new reward drops, plus gather Pink Gems of the Sea to create the Pastel Privateer set in Batista's merge shop.
Then take on the bosses in /iara and /ultraiara to earn merge shop resources to create epic new reward items themed after Iara's tail (er... tale).
Enjoy your Dia de Independencia, Brasil! And thanks for your continued support and enjoyment of AQWorlds!
September 06, 2024
Next Week: Friday the 13th x TLaPD
Aurelio Voltaire Returns Next Week for an all-new Friday the 13th Event!
What is undead can never die… Not when there is always another Friday the 13th. The eternally dark holiday is almost here once again... and just as in years past, something dark, deadly, and VERY strange is happening on Lore. /join Voltairetown to battle through all our previous Friday the 13th seasonal events.
This weekend, log in to battle through all our returning Friday the 13th events. Then join special guest Aurelio Voltaire next Friday for Part 1 an all-new double holiday adventure as we continue the tale of the Midnight Crown War between the Vampires, Lycans... and Kurok Gravefang!
Friday the 13th: Odder Things
While you wait, why not join Aurelio Voltaire as he browses through Mysterious Johnson's Oddities Shop. And to help you get in the SPIRIT of the event *cough* - just a note of caution: Don't. Touch. The. Doll. O_O
- WHO: Gothic Pirate Oddities Collector + Musician Aurelio Voltaire, the AQWorlds Team + your fellow Heroes
- WHAT: Fight to escape the Inside Out and recapture the Cursed Spirit loosed inside Mysterious Johnson's Oddities Shop
After you complete tonight's event, talk to Mysterious Johnson and complete his quest to farm for wicked new reward gear. Plus, battle this weekend's boss monster to unlock the pieces of the Spooky Spirit Hunter armor set!
His mysterious merge shop includes:
- Gothic Thief's gear
- Neo Necromantress' set
- Mysterious Johnson's set
- Magical Johnson's set (member-only color-custom variant)
Unluck + Evil = ADVENTURE
Head to Aurelio Voltaire's library for a story of fear and horror... of underworlds and lost souls... and creatures pulled straight from your nightmares. Of Dage the Evil vs SHRADE in the Splatter Realm!
The adventure begins as you battle through the Underworld to help Dage the Evil unlock the mystery of a Puzzle Box that promises to take him to a world even deeper and darker than the one he rules.. But to take control of it, he'll need to take out the creature guarding its gateway: SHRADE.
/join puzzlebox to begin your cursed underworld adventure and...
- Battle through Aurelio Voltaire's tale of terror
- Fight through the Underworld to help Dage the Evil unlock the mystery of the Dark Enigma puzzlebox
- Complete the story quests to begin the Dage vs Shrade WAR in the Splatter Realm
- Rock out to Aurelio Voltaire's sweet songs of darkness
- How lucky—you can play through all previous Friday the 13th events!
Aurelio Voltaire Returns for Friday the 13th!
Friday the 13th and Aurelio Voltaire go together like Evil Armies of Undead and Horror Movies. So of course, as we prepare for another Friday the 13th event, our always-positive, family-friendly game team and community want to welcome him back with a goblet of moglinberry juice and a dark grimoire of terrifying tales.
Aurelio Voltaire is the maker of music, films, books, comics, toys and... mayhem. He has appeared in almost ALL of the AQWorlds Friday the 13th events... and has become a fan-favorite for our players (not to mention beloved by goths, trekkies, and music-lovers in general).
Stay up to date with all his music, art, and news updates on his site and once you've finished the event, make sure you check out his Youtube series, "Gothic Homemaking with Aurelio Voltaire."
On behalf of the entire AdventureQuest Worlds team, we want to thank Aurelio Voltaire for being a part of this special event!
September 06, 2024
My Limited Event!
My Limited Event is coming up soon!
It's just around the corner! Read more for the details and the schedule.
Event Details:
/join Yoshino to Participate!
- Daily Quest for 3 tokens available!
- New deadly monster.. it's dark and scary.. o_o
Starting Time:
- September 10, 2024
- 5PM EST
Ending Time:
- September 12, 2024
- 7PM EST
September 06, 2024
New Upgrade Bonus Set Now Available
Upgrade to unlock all the color-customizable Undead Pirate Gear
Only th' fiercest denizens of the night are able t' sail the Midnight Seas and survive. Unlock the color-custom pet, armors, and accessories in the Midnight Sea Commander set when you upgrade your account any AdventureCoin or Membership package of $10 USD or more.
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 new upgrade bonus set to unlock all the gear from the set's badge shop in your Book of Lore. The color-customizable set includes:
Armors
- Midnight Sea Commander
- Undead Admiral
Helms
- Midnight Sea Admiral's Cap + Beard
- Midnight Sea Admiral's Hat
- Resurrected Admiral's Hat + Skull
- Resurrected Commander's Bicorne Morph
- Midnight Sea Commander's Bicorne
- Midnight Sea Commander's Bicorne + Beard
Capes
- Midnight Sea Mate
- Midnight Sea Galleon
- Midnight Sea Crossed Cutlasses
- Midnight Sea Hip Cutlass
Single Weapons
- True Blue Love Cane ****
- True Blue Love Staff ****
Single & Dual-Wield Weapons
- Midnight Sea Commander's Cutlass
- Midnight Sea Commander's Flintlock
- Midnight Sea Commander's Blunderbuss
- Midnight Sea Commander's Hook
Pet:
- Cursed Crewmember Bones
Ground Rune:
- Lost Midnight Sea Souls
Once you've chosen the new pack on the Account Manager page, log in and open your Book of Lore. You'll find the badge shop in the Other Achievements tab.
12000 AC or 12 month membership package rewards:
- ALL the new upgrade bonus pack 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 new upgrade bonus pack gear
- 5 Rep/XP/Gold/Class Points boosts
- and a character page badge
September 06, 2024
AC Bonus Ends Monday
Last Chance to Get 50% more ACs
Our AdventureCoin bonus ends on Monday, September 9th. This is the final weekend to get 50% more AdventureCoins with any AdventureCoin or Membership package you buy during our Labor Day / Back to School AdventureCoin bonus! If you're excited about TLaPD, Friday the 13th, the AQWorlds 16th birthday, or Mogloween, now's the perfect time to top up.
Wait...AdventureCoin Bonus?!
That's right! Several times each year, we have bonus AdventureCoin offers (example: Summer, Back to School, and during the holidays). Bonus amounts and dates may change from year to year, so keep an eye on the Design Notes and social media for more news of future bonuses.
Get 60,000 ACs while our Summer Bonus is on!
During our Summer AC bonus, get 60,000 ACs for $99.95 (that's 20,000 ACs more than normal!) and unlock your choice of upgrade bonus pack, 15x Rep, Gold, Class Points, and XP server boosts, and the Mythic Item of Digital Awesomeness (IoDA).
Mythic Item of Digital Awesomeness?!
The Mythic Item of Digital Awesomeness (or MIoDA for short) is a miscellaneous item you will get by purchasing the 40k AdventureCoin pakage. Like the other IoDA items, it allows you to choose any item in the game when you redeem it through your Account Manager.
How to Claim your MIoDA Prize
Make sure you have a confirmed email address attached to your game account, and then follow these steps:
- Decide on the item you want
- Log into your Account Manager
- Click on the "Awesome Prizes" link on the sidebar
- You'll see a list of the IoDA tokens you have available
- Choose from a list of ALL the eligible item rewards
- You'll be taken to a verification page to confirm your choice
September 03, 2024
Game News: September 2 - 8
Read on for the latest news and information
YARRRR! It's high time we return to the open seas, and this month, we're doing just that! Join us as we celebrate Talk Like a Pirate Day, Friday the 13th, and battle through an all-new Celestial Realm arena. Stay up to date with details on the new releases, server boosts, daily login gifts, art previews, balance updates, and more in this week's game digest post.
Monday: Double EXP Boost
48 hour DOUBLE Experience boost on all servers!
Tuesday: Midweek Update
We've got two new items for you to unlock! Talk to Nythera in the Void Temple to find her merge shop. Battle any monster in the Void Cave, Void Ruins, or Void Temple to collect Void Wedding Favors. Save them and use them to craft single and dual-wield versions of Nythera's Void Stones.
Wednesday: Double Gold Boost
48 hour DOUBLE Gold boost on all servers.
Thursday: Dark Spirit Orbs Boost
Get double rewards as you battle to create Sepulchure's DoomKnight Armor through next Wednesday!
Read the full post for more details.
Friday Update Details
Read on for news about this weekend's new updates.
Boss Battle: Defeat Sea King Gravefang
New Rewards: two new Pirate-themed sets
Holiday Events return: Talk Like a Pirate Day, Friday the 13th, Brasil Independence Day
New Bonus Pack: Loot and plunder your way to victory with our new upgrade bonus gear
Weekend Daily Gifts & Boosts
Server Boost: double Reputation
Saturday: Battle Sea King Gravefang to collect the rare, 0 AC Skull Bomb weapons
Sunday: Battle Sea King Gravefang to collect a rare, 0 AC Blood Isle floor item
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.