Warhammer Online 1.0.5 patch notes live, Public Test server opened

Over on the official site for Warhammer Online, patch notes are now available for the latest big update. Patch 1.0.5 is not only be a nice big refresh for the game, but will also be the first which players can extensively test on a Beta realm with copied characters beforehand. This public test server will ensure that the content Mythic pushes to the live service is as polished and useful as it can be. The patch itself will offer several improvements to the game, including:

• Rally masters at every war camp for easier traveling.
• Morale abilities should work more reliably.
• More penalties and offsetting for players that try to garner renown and XP by going afk in Scenarios and Public Quests.
• Numerous tweaks to class balance. Many classes had their damage output increased, but a few felt the sting of mild nerfs. In particular, snares and roots were examined very closely by the balance team. Careers that were heavily affected have had their Career Mastery points refunded.

Read into the full patch notes on the official site for all the details. Additional context is available from Mythic GM Mark Jacobs, who previewed the patch yesterday, and from the Book of Grudges blog.