The Elder Scribe: Mid February Awesomeness

By Shannon Doyle (Leliah), OnRPG’s Elder Scribe

 

 

It has only been two weeks since the last Elder Scribe article but there has been a ton of news! A new Ask Us Anything, a milestone reached, a story, and even some food.

 

 

First up, the food truck. A food truck will be going around the US this year starting at SXSW in March and ending at the University of California, Berkeley on October 4th. It will make stops at every major convention, PAX East, PAX Prime, E3, Comic-Con, and several Universities from California, Michigan, Arizona, and Massachusetts. Live in Europe? Have no fear, they haven’t forgotten about us! There aren’t any details just yet. But it seems pretty likely that they will at the very least be at Gamescom in Cologne in August. So, what kind of things can you expect at these trucks? Tasty treats (calling sweet rolls now), the possibility of swag, and a chance to meet up with fans. I know what I’ll be headed for at PAX East!

 

 

Elder Scrolls Online Gets 1 Million Likes! And we get an awesome video. If you didn’t love the Elder Scrolls Online development team before you will after you watch this video. Either ZeniMax is an awesome place to work or they’ve all snapped under the pressure. Either way they’re awesome! And our Lore Master only got even more awesome than he already was. I’ll let you watch the video to find out why. Congratulations ESO team!

 

The latest story from ESO has gone live. It is the book of Travails and Triumphs of a Monarch by His Majesty King Emeric. You can read it by going to the site and reading from the little book that pops up when you click the link.

http://www.elderscrollsonline.com/en/news/post/2013/02/13/the-stories-of-tamriel-travails-and-triumphs-of-a-monarch

 

Or, if you haven’t read the rest you can still access them.

 

Ayrenn The Unforseen Queen

 

Jorunn the Skald-King

 

 

The latest Ask Us Anything opened the questions from just the three alliances to a variety of topics. Here are just a few of the awesome questions.

Will each alliance focus on its own specific roles (classes)? For example, Aldmeri Dominion is mostly mages and Daggerfall Covenant – warriors? – By ?????? ????????

We feel strongly that you should develop your own role, regardless of which alliance you choose.

 

 

Are we going to see known types of weapons (e.g. Steel, Silver, Glass, …)? – By Nicolai Spatz

Yes, you are definitely going to see many of the weapon and armor materials you’ve seen in other Elder Scrolls games.

 

 

Being the huge fan of Orcs I am, their culture interests me very much. Their worship of Malacath was the most interesting to me, but also the most confusing. Is Malacath widely accepted as a deity, or is it only certain, small groups that consider him their god? Also, will he make any kind of appearance in ESO? Most importantly, I’m confused on what he is and what his relation to the Orcs is. – By Daniel Molyneaux

As with other races, the religious practices of the Orcs vary from place to place and from clan to clan. Some Orcs worship the Daedric Prince Malacath; some Orcs (including most of those in the Daggerfall Covenant) worship the Divine named Mauloch, whom they insist is not a Daedra at all; and some Orcs could care less whether their god is a Daedra or not, and worship him under either name. In such matters of metaphysics, it’s difficult (if not impossible) to determine what the “truth” really is.

 

 

And finally, the most recent question of the week has to do with factions. Specifically, if you could make a faction yourself what would it be? And what would you name it? These questions are asked to create conversation and possibly so the devs can steal all the best ideas. Ok, not really that last one. But these weekly questions really keep conversations going. You can join in on them by going to the Facebook group and posting your answer under the video.

 

 

There may not be any news on the beta yet but we still have plenty to look forward to. Food, fun, and more..I couldn’t think of another word that starts with an F. Sue me. (Please don’t)

 

 

See you all again next week when, baring any OMG Earth shattering news I may start taking a look at the fan sites that are popping up.

 

 

Have a great week everyone!

Allods: Lords of Destiny Teased

 

 

Allods Online is just 5 days into the preview of upcoming expansion, Lords of Destiny. And while we aren’t ready to talk about the expansion details just yet there has been a lot of information already released by gPotato which we can share.

 

 

The big news that was just announced yesterday is that a sale would be starting February 15th and run until the 21st. During that time you can get 20% off of the following:

Concentrated Catalyst
Strong Catalyst
Token of the Explorer
Astral Replicator
Roots
Leather
Yarn
Omnum

 

A tropical paradise, home to the Tequanis, Aviaks, and a variety of creatures both friend and foe. It is called the Pearl Ring and is shaken by a war between two factions of Aviaks. And of course, you’ll be thrown in the middle of it all. The actual Pearl Ring itself is a massive round reef that surrounds an archipelago of small islands an a bigger island at it’s center. Or if you’re more a fan of remote, ancient races you might be interested in the Tequanis who are distant relatives of Gibberlings and inhabit the jungle in Irdrich. Though they may be cute and fluffy they may have a dark secret that no one will see coming.

 

 

New spells are incoming! Characters who reach level 52 will be able to learn two powerful new skills. Below is a list of all the skills coming in Lords of Destiny.

 

 

Scouts:

Blade Storm: Teleport to a random enemy within 15 yards every .5 second and inflict damage. When ability is used you are immune to negative spells and control effects.

Onslaught: Increases movement and attack speed, decreases cast time and energy consumption for all offensive abilities that depend on weapon speed. Lasts 20 seconds.

 

 

Mages:

Elemental Surge: Enchants the space between caster and target for 8 seconds. After cast is finished or interrupted spell deals damage for every second of cast time on target and all enemies within 10 yards. If cast time is more than 4 seconds target will be knocked down for 2 seconds.

Magic Tactics: Applies effect that prevents interruption of spell casting when receiving damage, moving, or jumping.

 

Summoners:

Immunodificiency: Dispels effects of poisons and diseases from the target causing Putrefy and Decomposition effects to instantly deal remaining damage. Neurotoxic effect deals damage and stuns the target.

Dark Vigor: Grants your minion a new ability. Allows Guard to stun the enemy every second Hateful Blow. Helps Lurker restore HP of group members every 4 seconds. Allows Cadaver and Fiend apply Obscure Essence effect on target to increase acid damage during next three attacks.

 

 

Psionics:

Astral Breath: Inflicts Astral damage to all enemies with 25 yards every 2 seconds and decreases movement speed by 50%. Lasts 8 seconds and consumes 1 stack of Concentration effects after use.

Thoughtful Spirit: Ìnflicts Astral damage to a target. Consumes 1 stack of Thoughful Spirit effect. Every 20 seconds an additional stack is generated, up to 5 stacks.

 

 

Paladins:

Pious Anger: Increases damage and allows melee abilities to be used at range. Lasts 12 seconds.

Autodafe: Inflicts Fire damage over time and prevents from using abilities.

 

 

Wardens:

Chain Lightening: Inflicts damage to target and all enemies within 10 yard radius. Affects next target the same way up to 5 targets.

Rip Up!: Commands pet to attack the target. Pet inflicts damage every .5 second and stuns the enemy for .5 second.

 

 

Bards:

Encore: Instantly restores all class abilities except Encore and Shadow Duet.

Shadow Duet: Summons a shadowy copy of yourself at target location. Copy will perform all songs played during it’s summoning. Copy cannot be targeted or attacked.

 

Healers:

Providence: Applies stack ofProvidenceto the target. Upon receiving damage one stack will be consumed and friendly target will have health restored. Hostile target will have Holy damage inflicted.

Faith Boundries: Applies effect to absorb damage to friendly target. Lasts 30 seconds. On expiration all nearby enemies will be knocked down for 2 seconds.

 

 

Warriors:

Heroic Might: Generates 3 stacks of Heroic Might for 20 seconds. Each time Forceful Kick, Punch, Hack, Devastating Blow, and Flawless Strike are used 1 stack is consumed giving the abilities additional damage. Forceful Kick and Punch knock target back, Hack stuns, Devastating Blow and Flawless Strike inflict Deep Wounds giving additional damage for 3 seonds.

Reasoned Aggression: Generates 10 combat advantage points every second. While effect is active you are considered in combat.

 

 

Many of these attacks require Dragon Tears to be used. They can be obtained through purchase from the Servants of Light, performing daily tasks, and several other ways.

 

 

In addition as the level cap is increased to 55 an additional 4 rubies will mean you will be able to unlock even more training.

 

 

If this hasn’t been enough you might be in for a chance to take a look at it yourself with the Lords of Destiny Preview. It started Monday February 11th and will continue until Monday February 25th. Only players who have been invited will be able to play. That is until February 21st when the preview will be opened up to all players. In the preview are all sorts of events from a great battle to a Youtube diary, screenshot competition, and even a reward for doing a review.

 

 

This is all just only the beginning. We’ve yet to find out about the 8 new allods and six man dungeon. Plus much more that is yet to come. The expansion is expected in March so keep your eyes peeled for more information as the date approaches. We sure will be.

Valentine’s Day Events 2013

By Shannon Doyle (Leliah), OnRPG Elder Scribe

 

 

Love is in the air! Happy Valentine’s Day everyone! Here is your list of Valentine’s Day events taking place all over the MMOverse. Have a love filled day!

 

Ace of Spades: New DLC that includes 6 character skins, a new character class, 4 new weapons, 2 maps (Chicago and Alcatraz), and 2 new game modes all themed around the St Valentine’s Day Massacre and the prohibition era. The DLC can be bought on Steam starting today.

Aion: A special task from Chocorunerk in Oriel or Pernon will give some unique rewards. While Valentine’s Day themed items in the Black Cloud Marketplace will be half off until Feb. 20

Allods: Love is in fashion this year in Allods. And you can get the latest accessories plus much more in the Item Shop. Angel Wings to Metal Bikinis, they have it all.

 

APB: In fine APB tradition Valentine’s Day isn’t all hearts and chocolate. This year is the Forever Alone contest. Log in from February 8-20 and get the most kills in your world to earn the title of Forever Alone.

DCUO:Love Will Find A Way, this year’s Valentine’s Day mission offers rewards of themed styles and treats along with collections from gold nodes, and new vault items.

Elsword: Characters are paired together to earn special items in dungeon runs and Cupid may drop by to make your enemies smitten with you and easier to take out.

EverQuest II: Celebrate the Goddess of love Erollsi Marr by taking part in contests and quests. Earn new achievements, get new recipes, and play all the old favorites.

Forge of Empires: Romeo and Juliet pay a visit and it’s your job to stop them from meeting their tragic end. Solve the quest and unite the pair to get a unique building.

Grepolis: A 24 hour Valentine’s Day Festival is going on now. Log in now and earn those culture points.

Guild Wars 2: Get some roses for that someone special in the gem store, buy a new red dye pack which will only give you red or pink shades, or get a new hairstyle with 20% off the Self Style Hair Kit.

MicroVolts: Having trouble finding a way to say you love that someone special? How about a bouquet of bullets? Or take part in the cutest couple and double date tournament.

 

 

Maplestory: To celebrate the romance surrounding Valentine’s Day, MapleStory is discounting in-game weddings 50 percent through Feb. 19 and each happy couple will receive a special gift. On Valentine’s Day, players who log in will receive a free heart balloon cape to show off their romantic spirit.

RaiderZ: A lifesize chocolate fountain, and a lost love highlight Valentine’s Day this year. Help Lero find his long-lost love Pero.

 

Rift: New titles and achievements are in store for Ascended who celebrate the Festival of Mariel-Taun. And get all previous versions of Rift on sale!

Runes of Magic: Get buffs which give an XP bonus, TP bonus, and Enhanced drop rate.

The Secret World: Find your soulmate and buy a card for a loved one or someone who just won’t give up.

The West: A new questline starts today to end on February 17th which will give a special reward. And equip roses during duels instead of weapons.

Vindictus: Treats and Titles for all who visit the Succubus in the Secret Naughty Chamber before February 19th which will finish with the Savory Succubus Sweet Event.

World of Tanks: Bonuses and Discounts are all the buzz this year. Get a discount towards Valentine tanks and a bonus XP.

World of Warcraft: A long time favorite for WoW players this event is so big and complex it comes with it’s own FAQ. Get treats, take part in time specific events and much more!