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Turbine posts DDO Update 9 patch notes
It's update time in the world of Eberron, and Turbine's Tolero has posted the substantial patch notes on the official Dungeons and Dragons Online forums. Update 9 is currently strutting its stuff on the Lamannia test server, and among the new features are updated combat animations, a Saltire District adventure pack, and a host of tweaks to a lengthy list of spells and abilities. The list is so long, in fact, that we couldn't reproduce it here, so head to the boards and see for yourself. Update 9 also boasts a couple of class changes, notably additional early level spell points for Rangers and Paladins as well as a new Echoes of Power effect. When a player with the magical training feat is low on spell points, Echoes of Power will automatically come to the rescue with a regeneration effect.
Final Dungeons and Dragons Online Update 5 release notes available
Avid fans of Dungeons and Dragons Online have been watching the Update 5 release notes on the Lamannia forum for quite a while. The Lamannia version of patch notes is always a work in progress; things are added, removed, refined, and changed as testing progresses, and it's all with release day in mind. That day is here, and all the update notes are a handy distraction while we wait for the servers to come back up. We've known for a while that this is a large update, and the notes are split into two sections because of this. The store additions -- mostly thanks to the huge list of guild and airship amenities -- warranted their own list. Overall game updates are out too, as well as an updated list of known issues. Check the notes out, and then pace restlessly as you wait for those DDO servers to come back up! [Edit: Seems the servers just came back up now. Hurry and read the notes while you patch!]
DDO offers a head start on update 5 with the Lamannia guild competition
Are you anxious to get your virtual hands on some of the new content coming in Dungeons and Dragons Online update 5? You and your guild may be able to get a jump on things before the update arrives, thanks to the new guild competition on Lamannia. Players can copy their guilds to Lamannia and join in a race to gain the most guild renown for a prize of 200 Astral Diamonds -- enough to purchase the Stormglory Bolt, the first ship in the luxury Stormglory line. This competition is more of a sprint than a marathon, so you'll want to hurry. Entries will be accepted through Monday night and winning guilds are announced on the 24th. Smaller guilds are at no disadvantage here, as the contest is divided into five tiers according to guild size. There will be one prize given within each tier. Ready to participate? Check out the contest information and rules, rally your guild, and good luck!
Dungeons and Dragons Online guild renown chart now available
Guild renown is one of the most interesting features coming with Dungeons and Dragons update 5. The system has caught everyone's attention -- particularly since it brings the ability to earn an airship for your guild -- but the actual details of it have been a bit of a mystery until now. Now that update 5 is live on the Lamannia server, quite a few players have taken the time to explore the guild renown system and make a list of each reward and its description. We all benefit from their work thanks to this guild renown chart on the DDO Wiki. The rewards begin with a simple guild chat channel which is unlocked upon guild creation, and move up to some truly impressive buffs and amenities on your airship. Experience bonuses, helpful NPCs, guild storage and more are all available as well as a global announcement when your guild reaches certain milestones. The method of earning renown is still a bit fuzzy on this chart, as is the cost of items once they're unlocked, but we'll keep an eye out for more information.
