We want to let everyone know that a new game will be appearing alongside your favorite Blizzard games—one that’s a little different from what you might normally expect. Bungie’s upcoming first-person action game Destiny 2 will be joining the party! We’re excited to announce that we're partnering with Bungie and Activision to support the PC version of Destiny 2 exclusively via Battle.net.

We’re big fans of Destiny here at Blizzard, and we’re honored to be able to help the talented folks at Bungie and Activision bring their much-anticipated sequel to a new platform. Being on Battle.net will allow Destiny 2 to plug in to our existing global network, freeing up the developers at Bungie to focus their energy and resources on making the best and most fun game they possibly can. This also means Destiny 2 players will have access to our online social functionality, including chat with friends, the ability to see which of their friends are online in Destiny 2 or in Blizzard games, and the ability to stream gameplay directly to Facebook.

See the FAQ below for further platform details, and stay tuned for updates as we get closer to welcoming Destiny 2 and its players to Battle.net. To learn more about Destiny 2, head over to www.destinythegame.com.

Why are you adding a non-Blizzard game to Blizzard's platform?

We loved Destiny and think Destiny 2 is going to be a great game. Blizzard has an established and successful global internet infrastructure we’ve used for years to support our own games. Creating a new network client for Destiny 2, which is bringing the franchise to PC for the first time, would needlessly extend the development period for the game. We want to get our hands on Destiny 2 as soon as possible like everybody else, so we offered to share our PC platform with our sister companies for this release.

Does this mean other games are going to come to the Blizzard platform too?

Our focus in terms of supporting non-Blizzard games is solely around Destiny 2. Aside from potentially evaluating needs or opportunities for future Activision games, we don’t have any short- or long-term plans to support third-party games with Battle.net. It’s important to us to maintain our quality standards for any experience or service we’re putting in front of our players, which represents a big investment of time and effort on our part, so this is not something we’re jumping into lightly.

Does this mean I'll be able to use my Blizzard Balance to purchase Destiny 2?

Yes!

Will Destiny 2 offer the same cross-game social features that Blizzard titles currently have?

Destiny 2 will be integrated into many of Blizzard’s existing social features—you’ll be able to chat with friends playing Destiny 2 the same way you already can for Blizzard games. Players will also be able to add friends and form parties the same way Blizzard gamers can. And, you’ll see a Destiny 2 status icon by your friends who are playing Destiny 2 the same way you do for friends playing StarCraft II, Diablo III, WoW, Heroes of the Storm, Hearthstone, and Overwatch.

Where and when will Destiny 2 on PC be available?

We’re excited to work with Bungie to bring the PC version of Destiny 2 to every region Blizzard currently operates in. Bungie is actively working through the global details. We look forward to sharing additional information later this year.

Who will be operating Destiny 2’s servers?

Bungie will maintain Destiny 2’s servers; Blizzard’s servers will be used for features related to the Blizzard platform, such as login and social functionality.

And what about customer service?

Destiny 2’s gameplay customer service will be handled by Bungie; Blizzard will handle customer service for platform and shop issues specific to our service.

Unless otherwise explicitly stated, all information, including forward-looking information, is current as of May 18, 2017 only. Blizzard and Activision Blizzard undertake no duty to update or revise any forward-looking information contained herein. For more detailed information, please refer to Activision Blizzard’s reports and filings with the SEC.

Solorius Greetings, Daevas! Gideon here.

I wanted to take some time to discuss upcoming changes to the game.

Server Merges

In my last letter in September, we mentioned the possibility of server merges. The health of our servers is extremely important to a sustainable long-term future of Aion. To that end, in spring 2017 we will be merging the servers from five down to two.

Israphel, Tiamat, and Kahrun will be merged into one server, while Siel and Beritra will become the other. I understand many of you will be dismayed to hear this news, as it effectively means all players will be affected by the merges. Making this decision was extremely painful, however in the long term it will allow us to provide a better gameplay experience for all of our players.

Unfortunately, there is no solution that will make everybody happy. We will do our best to alleviate the worst of it and are actively working with the development team in Korea to ensure that the player-side impact is as minimal as possible. Once we finalize the exact changes that will take place, we will be releasing a comprehensive guide and FAQ about the merge early next year.

On the bright side, we will be turning to the community to help us name the two servers! We’re excited to see what we can come up with together.

Reporting Cheaters

In the last few months, we have suspended and permanently closed numerous accounts tied to exploiting and cheating in our game. We would like to remind players to play Aion fairly. Should you find a player cheating do reach out to us so we can review and determine the next course of action.

Dev Team Visit

Two weeks ago, a few key members of the Aion Dev team visited the North American office. We had extremely productive meetings discussing the challenges Aion faces, our road ahead, and how we can provide a better service for the players. They were also very interested to hear our suggestions for how the game can be improved, and shared some of their plans for the future. Both groups had wonderful input, and we look forward to those future plans becoming reality.

We asked if they would like to address our community, and they had this to say:

Hello to all the Daevas who love Aion. Nice to meet you!
While the U.S. office is preparing the 5.3 update, the development team is spending countless hours working on the future of Aion.
Recently, the development team visited the U.S. office and heard a lot about their players. We were worried after hearing some negative feedback about the game from some players. We will work harder!
We understand that the current version is not perfect. The upcoming 5.3 update was developed to encourage playing together via competition and cooperation, and also brings out new Abyss gear! Our goal for this update is to bring back the feel of an epic-scale MMORPG for our Daevas. We hope you enjoy it!
Looking even past that, the version we are currently working on focuses on expanding the story and improving the game world, and is filled with new features that we can't share just yet.
We will do our best to alleviate the current issues, so please continue to give feedback and look forward to the future!
It is unfortunate that the development team has no opportunities to directly meet western players as we are based in Korea. If there is a good opportunity next time, we would like to meet western users and talk about Aion in depth.
Thank you for your support! -- Aion Dev Team (Korea)

5.3 Update

It was hinted at above, but you won’t need to wait long for Aion 5.3. We are already working on this exciting update and we will be making our major announcements after the holidays.

Stay warm and safe this holiday season. We will see you in game!

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Please bear in mind what we discuss have already been a work in progress and not an exhaustive list of what the team has been doing. We will continue to share with you our plans, thoughts, and actions on the game.

Greetings Daevas and Happy Daeva’s Day!

As Aion turns the corner and completes its 7th year of live service in the West, it's as good a time as ever to take a step back and look at where it stands. This past year has not been without its challenges, and we definitely would not have made it through without the loyalty and dedication of you, our players. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you from the entire Aion team.

In this letter, I'll share with you some of the team's priorities and plans for the next twelve months. Bear in mind that we're already working on these as I write this, and on several of them simultaneously - while we might prioritize one or two in the immediate term, none will be neglected. Lastly, this is not an exhaustive list, just some insight into what we are planning for the coming year – as time moves on and other plans become more solidified, I will write more letters to address them.

The Long Term

With the 5.0 update just behind us, one of our top priorities is to improve the frequency of our game updates, and improve the communication surrounding them. In recent months, we've fallen further behind schedule than we would like to be, and this is obviously a problem. Also, it's not fair to our players to have to watch those from other regions enjoy an update for months on end, with little word from us about when that update will be out here. To that end, we are streamlining our update process and will be better about communicating with players on when they can expect to see content.

Another major item we have been discussing (and a hot topic in the community) is server merges. While Aion has much to offer, server population has been falling for some time. Those of you who remain are as dedicated as ever and are sustaining the game with your passion and patronage, but we still want the best possible environment for you to play in. Before making official announcements, there are several considerations we need to make - player-side impacts like rankings, housing and game economy, and team-side impacts such as scheduling needs and how this may (or may not) affect the overall schedule of our game updates. We are still in preliminary discussions regarding server merges so we're not ready to announce anything just yet, but look for this information in the coming months.

The Immediate Future

In the coming weeks, the Daeva’s Day events will wrap up, and we will move into Harvest Revel. Popular events such as Alchemy and the Nightmare Circus will return. Moving further out, we look forward to the next update to Echoes of Eternity arriving before the year is out, bringing with it a host of changes to the Arena as well as a level 66+ Dredgion and a new Archdaeva-exclusive crafting discipline. We will post more information as we near the release date, but know that we are all very excited to have you experience this update and the next chapter of Aion’s story.

If you’re looking into jumping back into Aion, we definitely encourage you and welcome you to do so! The success and longevity of the game would not be possible without your continued support and passion for the game.

Thank you for taking the time to read this letter and we hope to see you in game.

Gideon

Come one, come all, to the Upgrade Arcade! Try your luck by upgrading an on-screen weapon to the next level. At certain Upgrade Levels, you will unlock different prizes including Stigma Bundles, Aether Glider wings, and the all-new Quick Frillneck mount! Step right up! Don’t be shy – we’ll even give you a free try!

- How to Play -

The Upgrade Arcade can be accessed by clicking the smiling Shugo icon on the lower right corner of your screen. Use this icon to play, browse the prize list, or check out the Help guide.

To play, you’ll need an Arcade Token. One Arcade Token is consumed each time you begin playing at level 1, and will last until you claim a prize. This means it’s possible for you to get to Upgrade Level 8 on one token!

Click Play to start the mini-game and you'll see the weapon on the screen change before you. Subsequently by clicking Play, you will continue to upgrade the weapon and the Upgrade Level. There is a chance to fail at each upgrade level so play wisely!If you want to claim your prize, click Reward and a random item from the tier's prize list will be placed in your inventory.

For this edition of the Upgrade Arcade, we're also unveiling a brand new UI:

If your upgrade fails at Upgrade Level 6 or higher, you have two choices. You can claim your level 1 prize, or you can click the Resume option to spend two tokens and regain your place! The Resume icon lights up to let you know it can be used, but can only be used once per play.

As you play the Upgrade Arcade, you will notice the Frenzy Meter filling up. Every token you use to play or resume will fill up the bar. Once the bar is full, Frenzy Mode begins and you have 90 seconds of boosted upgrade chances and additional Frenzy Rewards! Click away!

Once the Frezy Meter is full, you'll fill one of the stars at the top and when all four are filled you'll instantly receive a prize from the highest prize tier.

- Where to Get Arcade Tokens -

There are a few ways for you to get tokens for the Upgrade Arcade.

A survey will be available for players level 30+ for (1) Arcade Token. One survey per server per account.
Prestige Badge holders will receive an additional (2) Arcade Token via survey each week of the event.
Arcade Tokens can also be purchased individually or as a bundle from the in-game shop or web store.

- Rewards -

The rewards can be viewed in the Upgrade Arcade menu and are distributed randomly from the upgrade tier you end on. Remember, you can claim your reward at any time. If you want that prize at Upgrade Level 6 without risking a failure on your next attempt, hit the Rewards button to claim it right away. Keep in mind that if your upgrade fails and you do not resume playing, through choice or lack of tokens, you will only get a prize from Upgrade Level 1.

Rewards available include Mythic Drakenspire Depths weapon bundles (both Dark Lord's and Darken Lord's are available) that let you choose a weapon for your class. There's also the brand new Can Costume and Can Hat.

Try your luck at the Upgrade Arcade! Mini-game ends March 2, 2016.

Community Manager Eric “Ocho” Cleaver sits down with Senior Concept Artist Stephen “Drakcoon” Mabee to talk about art, RIFT, and Planetouched Wilds!

Ocho: Could you introduce yourself? SM: Hi, I’m Stephen Mabee, Senior Concept Artist, also known as Drakcoon on the forums.

Ocho: How long have you been here? SM: Around a year and eight months. I’ve been with RIFT since the beginning, though!

Ocho: Tell me a little bit about your history with RIFT. How did you start? SM: I originally came from another MMO, where I was a hardcore raider. I had hit a couple world firsts in that game, but it had gotten stale and I was looking for something new. The early news about RIFT, especially dynamic rifts, really attracted me so I came over with some of my friends to check it out.

Ocho: What are some of your favorite memories of playing RIFT? SM: Interestingly, I really enjoyed the process of leveling up! The large group of friends who I was playing with was a big advantage. Killing Greenscale together for the first time was a huge rush!

Ocho: Do you still play RIFT? SM: I still play RIFT quite a bit. For me, it’s father-and-son bonding time, since my father also plays. We’re big into PvP and playing Warfronts together.

Ocho: Favorite Spec? SM: Right now I’m playing Warlord and Reaver. Reaver is pretty solid at the moment, but Vladd is sure to keep changing things to keep us on our toes.

Ocho: What’s day-to-day life for a concept artist on the RIFT team like? SM: Every day I get tasks from my manager, Marigold. She explains importance, and we tackle them in order. I’ve been working on armor and mounts for a while, making sure we have new stuff in the pipeline for players. Once I’ve got my tasks, I get my coffee and go at them!

Ocho: What have you been working on lately in RIFT? SM: Recently, I’ve been working on the Shalistiri who we’re fleshing out for an upcoming release. They’re genie people who have been getting more attention and backstory. I start with the bosses and gradually work my way down towards the base creatures. I’ve also worked on a set of weapons for them to go along with that.

Ocho: Do you spend much time looking at references or searching out inspiration? SM: I usually gather a bunch at the beginning, looking at Google or surfing art sites. I generally have a pretty good idea of where to go after talking to Captain Cursor, who comes up with the story and lore side. For the Shalistiri, I thought genie. It’s a little cheesy, but my mind went to Robin Williams, so in a way it’s a bit of my tribute to him. Other things I looked at included Middle Eastern cultures. The Shalistiri are air creatures, so wind and air motifs play in a lot. Flowing and elegant designs were on my mind while concepting them.

Ocho: What’s something you particularly liked after seeing it in game? SM: A lot of it hasn’t been released yet, but the next raid we will release is really exciting to me. It’s a bit of a different direction than we normally go, but the raid will be unique visually with a lot of different elements that will be completely new to RIFT.

Ocho: What is your favorite thing to create? SM: Big, bad bosses. When I go to the forums and I see a boss that I helped design being a challenge for players, I enjoy it. When folks do finally beat it, it’s glorious, with a lot of yelling. I’ve been there so I know how great that feels.

Ocho: How did you get involved in doing art? SM: I started doing art, drawing and whatnot, at a really early age. My parents both loved art. My dad was into fantasy art, and it was always around growing up. Dad was an inspiring artist, but he went the military route, which is a bit different. They were always very supportive of my interest in art.

Art went away when I was in middle and high school – I had other things on my mind at that time. I guess I got really serious about it again towards my senior year of high school, when I was figuring out what I wanted to do with my life.

Ocho: Did you go to school for art? SM: I attended Ringling College of Design in Sarasota, Florida.

Ocho: What was your course of study? SM: Originally, I was considering computer animation, but the year I started school was sort of the end of traditional cell animation. I re-evaluated what I wanted, and went with illustration as a general field.

Ocho: Do you have any advice? Concept art is pretty much the coolest art job in the company. It’s what most folks think of when they say, “I want to create art for video games!” SM: Spend more time on art than anything else, even games. Draw every single day, and spend most of your day doing art rather than whatever else you could be doing. You might think you’re missing a lot, but most of that can be made up. Practice is super important and just takes time. You can’t fake tens of thousands of hours drawing.

Ocho: How do the long development cycles and delayed gratification from seeing your creations in-game impact you as an artist? SM: I don’t mind it too much. I’m constantly creating new art, so it’s nice to see stuff I’ve worked on pop up. It refuels me and keeps me going. Since it’s been so long, I can look at it with fresh eyes. The next raid we will release was concepted months and months ago.

Ocho: So you’re the guy who has all the info the players want about future content? SM: I might know a few things. We work really tightly with the design team, because the closer we work together the better the stuff we come up. We have a really great relationship with the designers here on the RIFT team.

Ocho: What’s it like digging in Captain Cursor’s

RIFT is Overrun with Razorbacks! Round ‘em up July 23-29 2801 days, 12 hours, 56 minutes and 41 seconds ago

Razorbacks are going hog wild in RIFT! Now through July 29, you’ll have a chance to get a brand-new mount by helping terrified Telarans fend off these predatory pigs.

Get to wrasslin’ and wranglin’ while completing Instant Adventures and closing Nightmare Rifts to earn Succulent Truffles – special event currency that can be exchanged for Razorback Troves that, when opened, may contain the mightiest swine you can ride: a brand new Armored Razorback Mount!

If you’ve been itching to rule the roads with one of these robust razorbacks, now’s your chance! Talk to your local PRI Representative to complete daily quests and get one step closer to charging into combat on the back of these battle-ready boars.

Get the Inside Scoop on Assault Mode 2802 days, 12 hours, 39 minutes and 53 seconds ago

Be among the first to discover all the details of the new Warfront mode and map coming in RIFT: Into the Wilds! Read on for more information and join us for our live stream and playtest!

Assault Mode:

The ebb and flow of battle can be intense, and our newest addition to Warfronts captures this very spirit! In Assault Mode, you’ll play the part of Attacker or Defender while fighting through a series of objectives. Occupy strategic positions and force your way into your enemies’ inner sanctum, or drive your foes from your halls and secure your defenses against future assault. Once an assault is completed, you then switch roles and the battle resumes!

Assault on Bronze Tomb:

Assault on Bronze Tomb is an all-new Warfront Map and environment build specifically for Assault Mode. It features three distinct stages, brutal room-to-room combat, and a vast trove of ancient Brevanic technology, magic, and wealth. Mercenary companies from all over Telara and beyond rush to take control of this wondrous cache. You must fight through the Tomb to take your prize, but will you have the strength defend your new wealth?

Each team will attack and defend the strategic capture points throughout the Tomb. As one falls, more will open. Be wary of the Tomb’s devastating traps – or use them to your advantage to defeat your enemies!

Passage of the Fallen Heroes

Attackers and Defenders first clash amid the Tomb’s outer defenses, surging back and forth using jump pads to propel themselves into the fray. With two capture points to hold in order to secure the passage, teams must split their forces to retain control. Powerups and fiery traps add to the excitement in this entry point to the Tomb.

Tomb of the First Settlers

The action does not end once the Passage of the Fallen Heroes falls! Defenders can retreat to the Tomb of the First Settlers and rally around two additional control points in its central chamber. Opportunities for flanking maneuvers exist, but combatants will have to navigate amongst fiendish spike traps to take advantage of them.

Aurentine Treasure Vault

Finally, a dedicated attacking force may be able to breach the innermost sanctum of the Bronze Tomb and penetrate the Treasure Vault itself. Before you can gather your riches, however, you’ll have to secure the vault from its tenacious defenders. With cannons, ice traps, and a fountain spewing venom, this is no easy feat! Canons can be activated by either side, so control of these mechanisms can be crucial in capturing this region’s sole control point!

Learn All About It

Want to learn more about Assault Mode and the Assault on Bronze Tomb? Check out our RIFT live stream on Friday, July 24 or join in on the playtest!

Live stream

We’ll be previewing Assault Mode on Friday, July 24 at 3:30 PM Pacific on the Trion Worlds Twitch channel. Join us as we talk about the what, why, and how of Assault Mode, as well as observe a live test in progress. Host Eric “Ocho” Cleaver will be joined by Michael “Kerilar” Hansen, who will spill all sorts of interesting and fun details about the design.

Playtest

Watching a livestream is exciting, but what could be more fun than being among the first to experience the thrill of Assault Mode? Playing it! Jump on the Public Test Shard this Friday, July 31 at 3:30 PM Pacific, and battle in full view of your fellow players watching. For more details on the playtest, visit the forums… if you dare!

So prepare yourself Telaran, the Assault on Bronze Tomb is coming with RIFT: Into the Wilds!

Going to Gamescom or PAX Prime? See you there! 2804 days, 14 hours, 58 minutes and 9 seconds ago

Trion Worlds welcomes you to community parties at Gamescom and PAX Prime: Come on in and hang out with our Devs and Community Managers – have a drink on us and celebrate all of our games: RIFT, ArcheAge, Trove, Defiance, and now… Devilian!

Admission charge? Of course not, we’re Trion!

TRION SWAG:

Get your limited edition Devilian t-shirt at either party, available on a first-come, first-served basis. One per person ONLY – no, you can’t have an extra one for your BFF, your mom, or your dog. When these shirts are gone, they’re GONE, so show up early!

We will offer limited quantities of awesome ArcheAge PvP survival kits (strictly tongue in cheek – you’ll still die to pirates), as well as exclusive game codes for Devilian, RIFT, and Trove. These will be available at both our Gamescom and PAX Prime parties.

At PAX only, we will have a very limited number of beautiful RIFT Raid Steins, for true Telarans only! Be prepared to state game name, level, and soul build to prove you’re legit!

FINE, FINE, GET TO THE GOOD STUFF: WHERE ARE THESE PARTIES?

GAMESCOM:

Thursday, August 6

7:00 – 11:00pm

Location: BAUWERK http://www.bauwerk-koeln.de/

We hope to have shuttles from the convention center to Bauwerk – watch our Facebook page for updates: https://www.facebook.com/TrionWorlds

PAX PRIME:

Friday, August 28

6:00 – 10:00pm

Location: W HOTEL http://www.wseattle.com/

Some Trionites will be on panels at PAX Prime – watch for the news on that front as soon as PAX announces the schedule!

DO I NEED TICKETS? A SHOW PASS?

Nope and nope. We are off site for both parties, and welcome all Trion players, up to the capacity of the venues. ID is required for drinks. These parties are truly free-to-play!

Watch for updates on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TrionWorlds Or on Twitter: @TrionWorlds

Whether Cologne or Seattle – come out and REPRESENT!

Your friends at Trion

RIFT 3.3 is Live – The Nightmare Saga Begins 2809 days, 17 hours, 5 minutes and 16 seconds ago

Dig into the mysteries of the Nightmare Saga, aid Cosmologist Mann in setting Tarken Glacier right, and craft amazing new armor and weapons in RIFT 3.3: Waking Nightmares!

The Nightmare Saga Begins

Embark on a brand-new Saga Quest revealing the origins of Lord Arak. All level 65 Ascended have received a letter from Purgav, a concerned Ghar Researcher in Goboro Reef, opening the door to this journey to the realm of dreams. Act 1 is available now. Act 2 is set to release on July 29, followed by Act 3 on August 12!

Planar Crafting

While you’re fighting through Tarken Glacier, stop to battle invaders from Planar Crafting Rifts to acquire all-new materials used in recipes of unprecedented might.

Instant Adventure in Tarken Glacier

Scale the Glacier in this max-level Instant Adventure that will take you from the jaws of the reanimated dragon, Shigoroth, into the twisted mind of Cosmologist Mann.

Silver Loyalty Tier

Those who achieve the coveted Silver Tier of Loyalty will be rewarded handsomely with prizes including Distinguished Levitate, the Miss Moneypiggy Companion Pet, and a special new “Pay to Whinny” Minion card.

Intrepid Gilded Prophecy

Return to Gilded Prophecy with three levels of challenge including an all-new Introductory level that allows you to raid in a more forgiving environment. Already an accomplished raider? Then the challenge can be increased with commensurate rewards!

You’re Gonna Need a Bigger Boat

Waking Nightmares arrives with new Server Bank Slots, Wardrobe Collections, Fashionable Achievements, Hardmode for Rhen of Fate, and more additions to your favorite systems, plus a new Power Pack and a special Credit Promo: Now through July 31 you’ll fish up an all-new Nightmare Thresher Mount when you buy a $100 Credit Pack in-game.

So venture forth, Ascended, and experience epic encounters both old and new. Waking Nightmares has arrived!

For full details read the RIFT 3.3 Patch Notes.

New Nightmare Thresher with $100 Credit Pack Purchase 2809 days, 18 hours, 18 minutes and 59 seconds ago

A rare-spawn Nightmare Thresher Mount is surfacing from the Plane of Water in RIFT 3.3.

From now until July 31, players who purchase a $100 Credit Pack in-game will also receive this special terror from the deep. Rest assured: it may look like a nightmare, but it rides like a dream!

Read more about RIFT 3.3

*Note: Applies to in-game Credit Pack purchases only!

Who Wants Free Patron Time? YOU do! Log in to RIFT July 17-19! 2814 days, 16 hours, 27 minutes and 35 seconds ago

As a big thank you to all of our loyal players, anyone who logs in to RIFT between 12:01 AM Pacific July 17 and and 11:59 PM Pacific July 19 will be granted 3 free days of Patron Time!

It’s that simple, just log in at least once within the above time frame and you’ll get 3 free days of Patron time. We appreciate everything you do to make RIFT the great game it is!

Head to the Races for Budgie Week! July 9-15 2815 days, 14 hours, 10 minutes and 47 seconds ago

Budgie Madness is back in Telara!

If there’s only one thing that the Planar Research Institute loves more than the meticulous study of temporal anomalies, it’s Budgies. And from July 9-15 they’re hosting a new week of races starring your favorite avian mounts.

PRI Representatives are waiting to get you saddled up for daily races in Silverwood, Freemarch, Cape Jule, and Pelladane. Victorious jockeys should save up their Bird Seed to take home their very own riding bird. Or try your luck with Umbral Budgie Troves that have a chance to contain the limited edition Umbral Budgie.

Don’t miss your chance to catch a ride astride one of these magnificent beasts!

Preview RIFT 3.3: Waking Nightmares 2815 days, 14 hours, 10 minutes and 55 seconds ago

Sleep no more, Ascended, for the tortured visions haunting your nights only tighten Arak’s grip over Telara. The Lord of Nightmares, who peers into your darkest memories and gives flesh to fear, stirs in cold depths of Draumheim!

RIFT 3.3: Waking Nightmares arrives July 15, unleashing the first chapter of the new Nightmare Saga plus Planar Crafting (including new, upgradeable planar gear and weapons), Instant Adventure in Tarken Glacier, and a new, more accessible variant of the Gilded Prophecy raid.

Prepare today – Arak and Laethys await!

Gilded Prophecy Revealed! 2816 days, 16 hours, 11 minutes and 40 seconds ago

Join us on the Trion Twitch Stream on Friday, July 10 at 12:30 PM Pacific for an in depth look at the upcoming Gilded Prophecy raid and more!

Eric “Ocho” Cleaver, RIFT Community Manager, will chat with members of the RIFT Raid team including Dev_Anony and Epsiry as they delve into the whats, wheres, and whys behind Gilded Prophecy! We might even have a special appearance by Archonix to recap what’s coming in RIFT 3.3 Waking Madness!

See you all there!

Waking Nightmares Brings Planar Crafting to Telara 2823 days, 13 hours, 33 minutes and 42 seconds ago

After meticulous study of strange temporal anomalies forming in Tarken Glacier, a bounty of new materials has been discovered that should make every profession rejoice!

These coveted components hail from the space between the planes, in icy Tarken expanses where the spinning edge of the cosmos siphons rare and potent energies from the elemental realms themselves. These rare materials debut with Planar Crafting in RIFT 3.3: Waking Nightmares, bringing powerful new items, weapons, armor, and accessories to Telara.

Ascended eager to uncover the secrets of this new crafting subsystem must seek out Tephael in Choreburg and complete his weekly quest to receive Planar Crafting Lures. Use these lures to tear open Planar Crafting Rifts in Tarken Glacier, then defeat their denizens to obtain highly coveted materials you’ll need for new Planar Crafting recipes!

There are 6 types of Planar Crafting lures – one each for Fire, Air, Earth, Water, Death, and Life – and each rift has a chance to drop relic crafting components exclusive to its plane. (These new materials can be fished out of the water, too, using new Planar Fishing Poles.)

In addition to holding an amazing amount of useful Nightmare Tide crafting materials, these new rifts also have a chance to drop former raid tokens, Strands of Draum, and Hearts of the Frozen, plus tradable Planar Crafting components used to create new, upgradeable planar gear.

To learn even more about Planar Crafting, watch our livestream preview and prepare for the launch of RIFT 3.3!

Instant Adventure in Tarken Glacier 2828 days, 16 hours, 17 minutes and 59 seconds ago

Once, Cosmologist Mann was the brightest scholar of planar phenomena in the universe – a leader among his peers. Nary a beam of light nor celestial body existed that he could not name. His curiosity knew no bounds, and yet, his gaze reached too far.

After discovering the Temple of Aia, he inspired the ire of the Goddess herself, and she filled his mind with visions of a life destroyed by mortals. Now, Mann schemes in the frigid depths of Tarken Glacier, driven by a mad desire to rewrite Telara’s cosmic history.

Relive the fight for the Glacier – and stop Mann from releasing Shigoroth upon the Dreaming Seas – in new Instant Adventures debuting with RIFT 3.3: Waking Nightmares. Prepare for harrowing battle in the coldest corners of Nightmare Tide, and reap the rewards of Mann’s research run amok!

Temporal Rifts Reopen June 25 – July 1 2829 days, 21 hours, 22 minutes and 30 seconds ago

Temporal abnormalities are returning to Telara June 25 – July 1! Help study (and combat) these dangerous phenomena while completing daily quests to receive special loot, mounts, and more.

Gain access to Temporal Flux Vaults, earned through quests and available in the RIFT in-game store, and get a chance to take control of your very own rare Black Empyreal Walker mount. Just find your Planar Research Institute representatives in Sanctum, Meridian, or Tempest Bay to get started or pick up where you left off.

Those eager to ride inside a Mech of their own, take heart: Both quests and Vaults contain special temporal currency that can be redeemed for Empyreal Walker mounts now and in future events, too!

Nightmare Saga Preview 2837 days, 12 hours, 50 minutes and 25 seconds ago

Restless in the depths of the Plane of Water, Lord Arak awaits. He knows the fears that lurk in the memories of every Ascended, seizing the visions from their fevered nightmares and giving them breath. Does your mind merely fret in the midst of a fitful sleep, or has the Lord of Nightmares turned his gaze upon you?

Next month, RIFT 3.3: Waking Nightmares will unleash the first act of a new Saga Quest bringing Lord Arak’s darkest cabals to light! Ascended brave enough to face their terrors will uncover new mysteries in the deep, along with powerful Nightmare Weapons that can be upgraded into relics with special procs.

Prepare today by closing Nightmare Rifts and earning the trust of the Ghar: you never know what help they’ll provide as Arak shakes the foundations of the reality you (think you) know!

Summerfest 2015 is coming June 12! 2843 days, 13 hours, 58 minutes and 8 seconds ago

Gather your lures and pack your bags! Summerfest returns to Telara June 12 – July 1 along with scavenger hunts, fishing, exploring, companions, and new cosmetic items fit for a season of fun in the sun.

Dive into new scavenger hunts across Goboro Reef, Draumheim, and Tarken Glacier, complete the Summer Royalty Achievement to earn your Ravensong mount, and check out this year’s all-new gear including Backpacks and Fae Wings!

ZONE EVENT: THE EXUVIA OF KHARGROTH

In tune with the cyclical nature of the seasons, Swarmlord Khargroth gathers those loyal to him and unleashes them upon Telara. Thwart his quest for revenge and loot the treasures of the devilish Fae.

SCAVENGER HUNTS

Join your friends for scavenger hunts throughout Telara – ride a barrel down Scarlet Gorge Falls, risk life and lips to plant a kiss on some of Telara’s greatest villains, and more. You’ll have to follow the clues, though – hunt objectives aren’t marked on your map!

NEW MINIONS & RARE COMPANIONS

Get Muirden from the RIFT Store to unlock a series of Minions Adventures that lead to – what else – 5 more new Minions! Unique and adorable critters have also returned to zones across Mathosia. Catch and befriend special companions from black bunnies to striped prairie dogs and colorful cobras.

SUMMER LOOKS

Summer fashion’s alive at the RIFT Store: Collect a variety of swimsuits and open Summerfest Party Baskets packed with seasonal items, pets, currencies, artifacts, Essences, or (for the very lucky) Ravensong himself. Meanwhile, our new Backpacks and Fae Costumes are the essence of hotness, with unique appearances never before seen in RIFT!

SEASON’S TREASURES

Camp out to earn the title “the Counselor” and catch Summer Sunfish from special nodes throughout the event. As you complete Summerfest quests, you’ll earn Friendship Bracelets and Merit Badges you can trade in for even more seasonal loot.

Save 50-75% with our Best-Ever Summer Sale 2843 days, 20 hours, 31 minutes and 35 seconds ago

Summer’s just started, but the clock is already ticking on our best-ever sale on legendary Soul Packs, Expansion Packs, and more. Visit the Glyph store to load up on new Souls, Minions, Mounts, Patron time, and tons of extras now through June 21!*

50% off Soul Packs

Dream Soul Pack: Arbiter, Oracle, Physician, Liberator Storm Soul Pack: Harbinger, Tactician, Defiler, Tempest

50% off Nightmare Tide

Infusion Edition: Instant Level 60 Boost plus Typhoon Edition Ultimate Nightmare Edition: Infusion Edition + Typhoon Edition + Riding Shark = Awesome

75% off Classic Collector’s Editions

Classic Collector’s Pack: Relive the glory days of Chocolate RIFT on the back of an ancient turtle Upgrade Bundle: Bag, Bogling, Banker, Teleporter, Mounts, and More Glory of the Ascended Pack: Stylish Beasts, Glorious Patron time! Laethys’ Fortune Pack: She’s the Dragon God of Loot. Your loot.

*Discounts available via Glyph client and web store only.

Unicorns Return – For a Limited Time! 2850 days, 13 hours, 33 minutes and 40 seconds ago

The majestic unicorns of Wyredode are riding once more through RIFT!

Get started (or pick up where you left off) in our latest Unicornalia event by visiting the PRI reps in capital cities. (Don’t linger – they’re only here through June 10!)”

Onyx Unicorn mounts can be acquired from Limited Edition: Sparkle Troves, which you can get on the RIFT Store, as rare drops from the “Hooves and Horns” zone event in Moonshade Highlands, or for completing the achievement “A Rainbow in the Dark.”

Opal Unicorn mounts can be purchased with Sparkle Essences you can get from Limited Edition: Sparkle Troves or by completing Unicornalia daily quests in Sanctum and Meridian.

Enjoy Unicornalia and prepare for more fun in the sun in the weeks ahead: Summerfest is coming soon!

50% Bonus Weekend Starts Now 2856 days, 21 hours, 38 minutes and 17 seconds ago

Kick off your weekend in RIFT with 50% bonus XP through May 31.

Whether you’re battling through Hammerknell with Instant Adventures or leveling a stable of alts, it’s the perfect time to rack up experience (includes PA levels as well!).