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Candeth Keep!

Located at  87.8S, 66.8W
Town Entry: 88.6S, 67.5W
Closest Lifestone: Dire Lands Life Stone (88.3S, 64.5W)

A report from Risc of WE: " Candeth Keep, if you were thinking it was a brand spanking new town think again, it's a town in the making set in a square area surrounded by a 'moat'. Lugian Guards patrol the boundaries with little more than an Aun drummer in the centre who wants Water for his plant, a human architect in a tent and another Aun who I guess is a surveyor.

Shortcut to the new town is :
Run to the bottom of Syslfear dungeon and take S Dires exit portal, run past the D Note guy (for Aerlinthe) and youre here 87.8s 67.4w

Love your site

Thanks also to Birte of TD, Dargon of LC, Gandalf Zu'l Zoran of SC and Ling Mei of FF, Audette of TD, Mathew B.

Lugian Guard tells you, "Halt! Who goes there?"

Lugian Guard tells you, "You seem like you can handle yourself out here. Try keeping the creatures away from the surveyor and architect, but don't bug them -- they are very busy!"

Aun Utauri tells you, "Oh, a visitor! Fetch me some water for this tree and I will tell you of my labors."

Thimrin Woodsetter tells you, "I've got most of the town's fortification drawn out here, but I keep having to change them. Working with the other races is all well and good, but it can be difficult."

Thimrin Woodsetter tells you, "The Tumeroks want access to some sort of undergound aquifer they say they have sensed in order to feed this bush they say is important."

Terka Laona tells you, "You would be interrupting my important work for something very important, yes?"
Terka Laona tells you, "No? Then please go bother someone else!"

Terka Laona tells you, "I know you are eager to help, but please do not fool with my tripod."

CONTRUCTION SITE: Please wear a helmet at all times. The Alliance has chosen this spot as the location for the new town of Candeth Keep. We ask that you please stay out of the way of our construction and planning crew. Thank you.

Aun Utauri tells you, "Oh, a visitor! Fetch me some water for this tree and I will tell you of my labors."
You give Aun Utauri Water.
Aun Utauri tells you, "Ah, yes."
Aun Utauri tells you, "She thanks you for the water. Once the grey-skins have done their work this tree and our akiekie will be fed from the water which lies below."

You give Aun Utauri Water.
Aun Utauri tells you, "Ah, the water, thank you."
Aun Utauri tells you, "You see that small sapling? It is very special to my people. You should be proud that we have chosen to plant it here. When it has grown it will represent the unity of our xuta's. I am asking the spirits to watch over her and give her the strength that we can share in our endeavors here."

Ah, yes, this is obviously some sort of magical device. You press the little button near the base of the instrument.
With the locking mechanism released the spyglass spins freely.

	Surveying Device
A pivoting spyglass with numbered wheels connected to the base. It looks interesting, but you really shouldn't touch other people's equipment.
Value	10000
Burden	100

New Stamp!
 

	Candeth Keep Stamp
A stamp with the Candeth Keep Symbol on it. Use Item Tinkering skill to stamp this symbol onto a flag. Dye this stamp first if you wish the symbol to be a color other than white. This item can be placed on wall hooks.
Value	100
Burden	10

From Jelly Belly of SC:
Caelis Renning tells you, "You have given one-half the resources of which the alliance is seeking from each other. It is people like you who will be considered the true founders of Candeth Keep. These alliance has allocated a symbolic gift for all of those who show dedication to the project."
Caelis Renning give you Candeth Keep Stamp.
 

New Hats!
Town Crier tells you, "I spent all month gathering minerals for Kreavon in Wei jhou. I stopped by the outpost this morning before coming here and he rewarded me with an odd hat."

Birte of TD reports: "After the last one, I went to Wei Jhou at once. Look at the screenies I took of Cerulia & me. You get the hats if you got the tokens last patch. To get them, hand the NPCs one single piece of salvage."

Quest Details: Salvage Titles & Hats

	Timberman's Hat
Use this item, or drag it onto the character in the Inventory Panel, to wear it.
Value	1200
Burden	23
Armor Level	200
Protections	B/A/A (.5/1/1) B/A/B/A (.5/1/.5/1)

	Miner's Hat
Use this item, or drag it onto the character in the Inventory Panel, to wear it.
Value	1200
Burden	23
Armor Level	240
Protections	A/A/B (1/1/.5) A/B/A/B (1/.5/1/.5)

	Trapper's Hat
Use this item, or drag it onto the character in the Inventory Panel, to wear it.
Value	1200
Burden	23
Armor Level	220
Protections	A/B/A (1/.5/1) A/B/A/B (1/.5/1/.5)

Note: Salvage hats may be dyed! Chrono Crest of WE and Julian's Touch of TD pose in a new black beanie and a dyed Trapper Hat below! Thanks also to Mr Fizz of LC!

New Tinkering Effects!

See the Tinkering section for details!

Caerthalion's Tinkering Calculator updated!
http://www.code-poets.org/tinkering.html

Rending
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Bludgeon - White Sapphire
Pierce - Black Garnet
Slash - Imperial Topaz
Acid - Emerald
Fire - Red Garnet
Frost - Aquamarine
Lightning - Jet

Requirements
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To Gharu'ndim - Ebony
To Aluvian - Teak
To Sho - Porcelain
Melee To Missile - Silver
Missile To Melee - Copper
Remove Rank - Silk

Armor Imbues (33.33% Max Chance)
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Missile Defense +1 - Yellow Topaz
Melee Defense +1 - Peridot
Magic Defense +1 - Zircon

Jewelry Imbues (33.33% Max Chance, +25 Arcane Lore, +25 Spellcraft)
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Minor Mana Gain - Lavender jade
Minor Health Gain - Red Jade
Minor Stamina Gain – Citrine

Minor Strength - Carnelian
Minor Quick - Rose Quartz
Minor Endurance - Bloodstone
Minor Coordination - Smokey Quartz
Minor Focus – Agate
Minor Self - Lapis Lazuli

Warrior's Vigor - Malachite
Warrior's Vitality - Hematite
Wizard's Intellect - Azurite

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Retained (can't be sold or salvaged) - Leather

Tiger Eye, Yellow Garnet, Diamond, Sapphire, Onyx, Pyreal, Obsidian, Serpentine, Ruby, Satin, Gromnie Hide, White Jade, Amethyst, Green Garnet, Green Jade, Tourmaline, Amber = nothing

Imbuing - Rending
Salvaged Agate		-	100	Chips of agate material salvaged from old items. Apply this material to a piece of magical treasure-generated jewelry to imbue the target with Minor Focus. This will also raise the Arcane Lore difficulty and the Spellcraft of the piece by 25.
Salvaged Aquamarine		-	100	Chips of aquamarine material salvaged from old items. Apply this material to a treasure-generated weapon or magic-casting implement to imbue the target with Cold Rending. Cold Rending gives the weapon the ability to make its opponent vulnerable to cold attacks. The amount of vulnerability depends on the attack skill of the wielder. This effect does not stack with Cold Vulnerability spells.
Salvaged Azurite		-	100	Chips of azurite material salvaged from old items. Apply this material to a piece of magical treasure-generated jewelry to imbue the target with Wizard's Intellect. This will also raise the Arcane Lore difficulty and the Spellcraft of the piece by 25.
Salvaged Black Garnet		-	100	Chips of black garnet material salvaged from old items. Apply this material to a treasure-generated weapon or magic-casting implement to imbue the target with Pierce Rending. Pierce Rending gives the weapon the ability to make its opponent vulnerable to piercing attacks. The amount of vulnerability depends on the attack skill of the wielder. This effect does not stack with Piercing Vulnerability spells.
Salvaged Bloodstone		-	100	Chips of bloodstone material salvaged from old items. Apply this material to a piece of magical treasure-generated jewelry to imbue the target with Minor Endurance. This will also raise the Arcane Lore difficulty and the Spellcraft of the piece by 25.
Salvaged Carnelian		-	100	Chips of carnelian material salvaged from old items. Apply this material to a piece of magical treasure-generated jewelry to imbue the target with Minor Strength. This will also raise the Arcane Lore difficulty and the Spellcraft of the piece by 25.
Salvaged Citrine		-	100	Chips of citrine material salvaged from old items. Apply this material to a piece of magical treasure-generated jewelry to imbue the target with Minor Stamina Gain. This will also raise the Arcane Lore difficulty and the Spellcraft of the piece by 25.
Salvaged Copper		-	100	A bar of copper material salvaged from old items. Apply this material to a magical, treasure-generated item with Missile Defense activation requirement to change that requirement into an appropriate Melee Defense requirement.
Salvaged Ebony		-	100	A bundle of ebony material salvaged from old items. Apply this material to a magical, treasure-generated item with a heritage activation requirement to change that activation requirement to Gharu'ndim.
Salvaged Emerald		-	100	Chips of emerald material salvaged from old items. Apply this material to a treasure-generated weapon or magic-casting implement to imbue the target with Acid Rending. Acid Rending gives the weapon the ability to make its opponent vulnerable to acid attacks. The amount of vulnerability depends on the attack skill of the wielder. This effect does not stack with Acid Vulnerability spells.
Salvaged Hematite		-	100	Chips of hematite material salvaged from old items. Apply this material to a piece of magical treasure-generated jewelry to imbue the target with Warrior's Vitality. This will also raise the Arcane Lore difficulty and the Spellcraft of the piece by 25.
Salvaged Imperial Topaz		-	100	Chips of imperial topaz material salvaged from old items. Apply this material to a treasure-generated weapon or magic-casting implement to imbue the target with Slash Rending. Slash Rending gives the weapon the ability to make its opponent vulnerable to slashing attacks. The amount of vulnerability depends on the attack skill of the wielder. This effect does not stack with Slashing Vulnerability spells.
Salvaged Jet		-	100	Chips of jet material salvaged from old items. Apply this material to a treasure-generated weapon or magic-casting implement to imbue the target with Lightning Rending. Lightning Rending gives the weapon the ability to make its opponent vulnerable to lightning attacks. The amount of vulnerability depends on the attack skill of the wielder. This effect does not stack with Lightning Vulnerability spells.
Salvaged Lavender Jade		-	100	Chips of lavender jade material salvaged from old items. Apply this material to a piece of magical treasure-generated jewelry to imbue the target with Minor Mana Gain. This will also raise the Arcane Lore difficulty and the Spellcraft of the piece by 25.
Salvaged Lapis Lazuli		-	100	Chips of lapis lazuli material salvaged from old items. Apply this material to a piece of magical treasure-generated jewelry to imbue the target with Minor Self. This will also raise the Arcane Lore difficulty and the Spellcraft of the piece by 25.
Salvaged Leather		-	100	A strip of leather material salvaged from old items. Apply this material to a treasure-generated item in order to render that item "Retained". Retained items cannot be salvaged or sold to vendors. Applying this material does not require a tinkering skill, does not add a tinker to the target's count, and cannot destroy the target.
Salvaged Malachite		-	100	Chips of malachite material salvaged from old items. Apply this material to a piece of magical treasure-generated jewelry to imbue the target with Warrior's Vigor. This will also raise the Arcane Lore difficulty and the Spellcraft of the piece by 25.
Salvaged Peridot		-	100	Chips of peridot material salvaged from old items. Apply this material to treasure-generated armor to imbue the target with a +1 bonus to Melee Defense.
Salvaged Porcelain		-	100	A tile of porcelain material salvaged from old items. Apply this material to a magical, treasure-generated item with a heritage activation requirement to change that activation requirement to Sho.
Salvaged Red Garnet		-	100	Chips of red garnet material salvaged from old items. Apply this material to a treasure-generated weapon or magic-casting implement to imbue the target with Fire Rending. Fire Rending gives the weapon the ability to make its opponent vulnerable to fire attacks. The amount of vulnerability depends on the attack skill of the wielder. This effect does not stack with Fire Vulnerability spells.
Salvaged Red Jade		-	100	Chips of red jade material salvaged from old items. Apply this material to a piece of magical treasure-generated jewelry to imbue the target with Minor Health Gain. This will also raise the Arcane Lore difficulty and the Spellcraft of the piece by 25.
Salvaged Rose Quartz		-	100	Chips of rose quartz material salvaged from old items. Apply this material to a piece of magical treasure-generated jewelry to imbue the target with Minor Quickness. This will also raise the Arcane Lore difficulty and the Spellcraft of the piece by 25.
Salvaged Silk		-	100	A bolt of silk material salvaged from old items. Apply this material to a magical, treasure-generated item with an allegiance rank activation requirement to remove the rank requirement. In exchange, the item will gain an Arcane Lore difficulty equal to the its [sic] Spellcraft.
Salvaged Silver		-	100	A bar of silver material salvaged from old items. Apply this material to a magical, treasure-generated item with a Melee Defense activation requirement to change that requirement into an appropriate Missile Defense requirement.
Salvaged Smokey Quartz		-	100	Chips of smokey quartz material salvaged from old items. Apply this material to a piece of magical treasure-generated jewelry to imbue the target with Minor Coordination. This will also raise the Arcane Lore difficulty and the Spellcraft of the piece by 25.
Salvaged Teak		-	100	A bundle of teak material salvaged from old items. Apply this material to a magical, treasure-generated item with a heritage activation requirement to change that activation requirement to Aluvian.
Salvaged White Sapphire		-	100	Chips of white sapphire material salvaged from old items. Apply this material to a treasure-generated weapon or magic-casting implement to imbue the target with Bludgeon Rending. Bludgeon Rending gives the weapon the ability to make its opponent vulnerable to bludgeoning attacks. The amount of vulnerability depends on the attack skill of the wielder. This effect does not stack with Bludgeoning Vulnerability spells.
Salvaged Yellow Topaz		-	100	Chips of yellow topaz material salvaged from old items. Apply this material to treasure-generated armor to imbue the target with a +1 bonus to Missile Defense.
Salvaged Zircon		-	100	Chips of yellow topaz material salvaged from old items. Apply this material to treasure-generated armor to imbue the target with a +1 bonus to Magic Defense.

Thanks to Zeke the Freak of HG, Oro of TD, Devil's Spawn of WE, Perithimus of SC, Lynchet of DT, Aku the Mage, Fighter Minky of FF, Zamiel the Mage of MT, Skilled Newbie of WE, Perfect of SC, Elecktra of LC, Oldin of HG, Decayed of HG, Graelyn of MT, Dagda Silverhand of LC, Rayan of WE, Greeneye of FF, Montezuma's Revenge of HG, Neolucent' of FF, Bhavik the Og of SC, Laquatus of TD, Morganvale of LC, Sunetra of WE, Kai of LC, The Greater IB of LC, Archui of HG, Tach Eyon of MG, Elemental Fury of FF, Enmity of MT, Lokbane of WE, A Simple Man of HG, Narisa of HG, Galadrim of SC, Tryptic' of SC, Tim Hunter of FF, Sunsfire of HG, Bolaro of FF, gabreiel goldenfyre of SC, Killer al-Mage of FF, Lochness of FF, Lin Mei of LC, Arkane Lord II of LC, Graelyn of MG, Baldden of TD, Litho the Alchemist of LC, Killer of bloods, Katharine Archeron of FF, The Fantom of LC

New Quest!
Quest Details - Harker's Quest
Text: Harker's Journal
Add a Ruined Amulet to the Sunstone Gauntlets to give them a moderate Weapon spell!

Thanks toJulians' Touch ofTD, Birte of TD, Xao Shui Pow of FF and Eminem Sho of DT

	Harker's Head
This head once belonged to the Simulacra Harker who has been terrorizing the inhabitants of Martine's Retreat.
Value	0
Burden	0
Special Props	Attuned, Bonded

Hibdin Velos tells you, "Hello friend. We've fallen on some hard times here in Martine's Retreat. With Martine being gone for so long, we can only surmise that he is indeed dead. But that is the least of our problems."
Hibdin Velos tells you, "About two weeks ago Remmick, our head farmer, came up from the subterranean farm and said that it was madness down there. It seems that a farm hand named Harker had become... touched."
Hibdin Velos tells you, "If you wouldn't mind helping us out with getting some of the food and maybe killing Harker, we'd be in your debt. I'd pay you handsomely."
Hibdin Velos tells you, "Before you go, you might want to speak to Remmick. He might have some pointers for you."
 

	Sunstone Gauntlets
These gauntlets have been carved from Sunstone to fit the human hand. They are mystical in nature and have a grooved slot about the size of a small amulet.
Value	5500
Burden	450
Armor Level	250
Protections	A/A/A Aa/A/Aa/A (.8/.8/.8) (1.2/1/1.2/1)
Spells	Impenatrability V, Coordination Other V
Spellcraft	275
Mana	x/1000
Mana Cost	1 pt per 30 sec
Difficulty	180

Tedword of FF models his new Sunstone Gauntlets!

From Amadi of HG: "I did the gauntlet quest but instead of getting the sunstone gauntlets I got opal gauntlets that cast minor impregnability, invulnrability, and magic resistance. They are al 180." (pic below) Thanks also to Mederon of FF and The Archfang of WE!

	Opal Gauntlets
These gauntlets have been carved from Opal to fit the human hand. They are mystical in nature.
Value	3500
Buden	350
Armor Level	180
Protections	A/A/A Aa/A/Aa/A (.8/.8/.8) (1.2/1/1.2/1)
Spells	Impenetrability IV, Minor Impregnability, Minor Invulnerability, Minor Magic Resistance
Spellcraft	200
Mana	x/800
Mana Cost	1 pt per 60 sec
Difficulty	100
Restrictions	Level 20+ to wield

Armor Updates!
Armor Ratings now show on examine panel (see protections above)

Possible AL cap updated!

Found in a Sing trove today:
BS/2: Gromnie Hide Amuli Leggings, (6) craft, AL 254, Impentrability VI, Bludgeon Bane VI, Diff. 125, Melee 291, 1.0/0.8/1.0/0.5/0.5/0.3/0.6, Value 26,410, 2065BU

I have yet to see anyone else mention that it's been raised, no clue what the new cap is.

Yours truly,
Drake Kurgan : Solclaim
 

New Keys and Chests!
Thanks to Rare-to of SC who found the chest in the SW Dires and to Dark Omen who looked the keys from a Banderling Aggressor and a Drudge Cabalist outside of Ayan. Magnus Set of WE got a key from one of Lugians with the General. Andes of FF got a key from a Virindi Consul and Allerielle of WE found keys on a Drudge Bloodletter and Raider Juggernaut. Thanks also to Nesferatu of DT

Dark Omen of HG reports the chests appear to yield 2 items in the craft range of 8-10.

	Sturdy Steel Chest
This chest appears to have a sturdy steel lock, of the kind used to protect very valuable treasure. Unfortunately, it looks nearly impossible to pick. Use this item to open it and see its contents. Locked This lock looks impossible to pick (Resistance 7500).
Value	2500
Burden	9486

	Sturdy Steel Key
This key is a sturdy steel key that looks like it might fit a variety of chests, of the type used to hold very valuable treasure. Use this item on a locked chest to unlock it.
Value	150
Burden	75
Uses	1

Dungeon Updates
Thanks to A Simple Man of HG and Kesrick of HG, Archer Sjet of HG, Braxis Prague of HG, Palandar of LC

--Tiny Hive was 30-50 now 30+ 
  Soldiers, Legionaires, and Nobles - Portal drop at 49.3N, 78.5W
--Small Hive was 40-60 now 40+
  Legionaires and Nobles - Portal drop at 50.7N, 75.2W
--Simple Hive was 50-70 now 50+
  Eviscerators and Nobles - Portal drop at 51.7N, 77.2W
--Shallow Hive was 60-80 now 60+
  Warriors and Eviscerators - Portal drop at 49.0N, 75.4W
--New Hive was 70-90 now 70+
  Warriors and Mutilators - Portal drop at 45.9N, 72.5W

--Empyrean Cloister main entrance now 15+

New Creatures!

New Creatures  (click pics to enlarge)

Creature Updates!
Armored Skeleton gets a new hat! Thanks to Yutu of FF

Thanks also to Beanie Li of Morningthaw, Zanzoken of WE, Rose Verna of SC, Kagomae of FF, Starsunder of TD, Thallia of WE, Magnus Set of WE, Chrono Crest of WE, Callaway, Birte of TD, Borderline of MT, Jando of HG, Abysmal of WE, Myuki Santoshi of MT, Heremes, Kalazar of SC, Othyen of LC, Tai Ut-to of LC, Thats a Right Triangle of TD.

New Renegade Weapons!
Quest Details: Renegade Weapons
Rumor: Renegade Note (Thanks to Gandalf Zu'l Zoran of SC)

Oopa of MT sends this reports on General Garsh: "We saw this outside during a raid on Fort Tethana. It disappeared when it was near death though. There is an outpost nearby to the west that seems to be thier home base. And they do respawn apparently .. in ranks all around Teth."

Fort Tethana Sentry tells you, "You may pass through the gate."
Fort Tethana Sentry says, "Hurry, lest the Renegades gain entry!"

Raider Juggernaut says, "Gotrok, to my side! The Isparians have begun to fight back."
 

	Quadruple-bladed Axe
Picked up from General Garsh, a defeated Renegade Lugian
Value	9000
Burden	950
Damage	27 - 45 Slashing
Bonuses	+8% Melee Defense +8% Attack Skill
Speed	(55)
Spells	Blood Drinker VI
Mana	x/1000
Mana Cost	1 pt per 20 sec
Restrictions	Base Axe 325+ to wield

Tamsar II of HG poses with the new Quadruple-bladed Axe! Thanks to Oldin of HG fo pic! (Timer 7 days)

With the last of his strength, the Commander cries out for his troops to fall back.

Note: The Renegade Bow and Crossbow were intended to have wield requirements of 290 Bow and Crossbow base skill. Next month this will be corrected (if your skill is not 290, you will no longer be able to wield it).

	Renegade Bow
A bow from a defeated Tumerok Renegade Commander
Value	8000
Burden	600
Damage	Bonus: 0 Modifier: +155%
Bonuses	+6% Melee Defense
Speed	(45)
Range	70 yards
Spells	Blood Drinker VI
Spellcraft	400
Mana	x/1000
Mana Cost	1 pt per 20 sec
Difficulty	120
Restrictions	Bow 290+ to activate

Oldin of HG poses with a Renegage Bow - giveable, no wield requirement! Thanks also to Qivran Jed'rath of HG, Kruntus the Spoon of SC

	Renegade Crossbow
A bow from a defeated Tumerok Renegade Commander
Value	8000
Burden	1250
Damage	Bonus: 0 Modifier: +175%
Bonuses	+8% Melee Defense
Speed	(60)
Range	80 yards
Spells	Blood Drinker VI
Spellcraft	250
Mana	x/1000
Mana Cost	1 pt per 20 sec
Difficulty	120
Restrictions	Level 30+ to wield XBow 290+ to activate

Chingis of HG poses with the Renegade Crossbow! Thanks also to Hisba the Great, Aldis Rache of TD

New @command!
The @day command is now available for players with dark monitors. This command will toggle your outdoor world view to a brighter state and back to normal. 
See the @commands page for a full list

Thanks to Pinto of DT for the following pics:

New Log-In Screen!

Hinder of FF reports: "Did you notice that after this month's patch that the login screen changed yet again? There wasnt much difference, but the burn marks in the upper left hand corner have become darker and take up more space, and the liquid in the gord down below now has ripples in it, like its stirring. Perhaps its an omen of things to come? Great site, keep up the good work :D."

Thanks also to Herr Krass of WE!

Ulgrim Island Updates!
Chrono Crest of WE reports: "When patch came up I talked to a town crier. He said that Ulgrim had angered the gods of the volcano on his island and small golems had sprouted up everywhere. So I headed over to the volcano, making my way past an incredible number of slow but very powerful golems. When I made it to the volcano I got killed, there was just so many golems :p Recovery was fun :D"

Frost Byte of MT

Ulgrim's Golden Gromnie is now safe from theft! Note: If you put down one of the Gromnie you already had previously, you will not be able to pick it back up! (known bug - to be fixed next month).

	Golden Gromnie
The gromnie appears to be nailed to the floor. Inscribed: No one will be taking my golden gromnie anymore! --Ulgrim
Value	10
Burden	10

Calladyn the axe reports: "So I took a trip to Ulgrims Island and not only are there small golems everywhere but ulgrim has left 3 beer kegs near the now active volcano, they each restore health stamina and mana, there are also statues in his front yard and one on the side of his house. Finally, there is a globe of auberdeen in the basement that can now be selected but not picked up."

	Keg
A keg of delicious stout.
Value	200
Burden	6000
Spells	Rivtalize Other II

Golden Casino Chest Loot Updated!
Thanks to SkilledNewbie of WE

Joji's Shrine Updated!
You can now receive lucky numbers from the shrine! Thanks to Larceny of TD!

Deadly Barbed Ammo!
wrapped deadly arrowhead + barbed fletching tool = wrapped deadly barbed arrowheads (dif 300)
Thanks to Kyubi and Shiladie of DT!

	250 Deadly Barbed Quarrels		250 Deadly Barbed Arrows
Use this item, or drag it to the ammunition slot on the Inventory Panel, to wield it.		Use this item, or drag it to the ammunition slot on the Inventory Panel, to wield it.
Value	2250	Value	1750
Burden	2500	Burden	2500
Damage	23.76 - 33 Piercing	Damage	21.7 - 31 Piercing
Restrictions	Base XBow 230+ to wield.	Restrictions	Base Bow 230+ to wield.

	250 Deadly Barbed Atlatl Darts
Use this item, or drag it to the ammunition slot on the Inventory Panel, to wield it.
Value	2250
Burden	2500
Damage	23.1 - 33 Piercing
Restrictions	Base TW 230+ to wield.

Phlor of SC reports that deadly spikes now do 80-100 damage.

Thrown Weapons Updates!
Thanks to Kyubi and Zetaxx of TD

	Habraeloi
An atlatl constructed from obsidian and cerulean colored stone.
Value	4000
Burden	480
Damage	Bonus: 0 Modifier: +140%
Bonuses	+12% Melee Defense
Speed	(75)
Range	60 yards
Spells	Defender V, Blood Drinker V, Swift Killer III, Thrown Weapons Mastery Other V
Spellcraft	250
Mana	x/1000
Mana Cost	1 pt per 20 sec
Difficulty	125
Restrictions	Level 30+ to wield TW 290+ to activate
Special Props	Olthoi Slayer Unenchantable

--Perfect Isparian Atlatl now +150% mod!
--Assault Atlatl damage mod updated from +110% to +130%!
--Skeletal Atlatl damage mod updated from +110% to +120%!

Asheron's Island Opens!
Thanks to Seltor the Conquerer of HG, Archmage Webbandit of LC, Thunderstrike Fist of FF, Brimstone Sniper of TD, Lynchet of DT, Chris the Great of WE, Killz al-Evil of TD, Angel Bebe of HG, Trinity Storm of FF, Suprentis II of FF, An'iya of HG

The ground trembles, casting stones from cliff faces and snow showering from the highest peaks.
The quake originates near the city of Eastham, but the shockwave can be felt as far away as Marae Lassel.
A piercing wail echoes across the ocean waters near Eastham, and a groundswell of Olthoi can be seen pouring over the Island to the east of the city.

Nanto Portal - 52.6S, 81.9E (Asheron's Island South - no level restriction)
Khayyaban Portal - 47.4S, 24.9E (Asheron's Island North - levels 40+)
Uziz Portal - 25.0S 28.1E (Asheron's Island East - levels 60+)
Baishi Portal - 49.7S, 62.2E (Asheron's Island West - levels 80+)

Matron Hive South - 15.9N, 73.7E, Levels 20-40
Matron Hive North - 23.4N,69.4E, Levels 40-60
Matron Hive West - 19.3N, 72.6E, Levels 60-80
Matron Hive East - 18.4N, 69.3E, Levels 80+

Non-confirmed: Kill the Matron in the 20-40 hive to trigger the one in the  40-60 hive. Kill the Matron in the 40-60 hive to trigger the Matron in the next hive. Kill the 60-80 Matron to trigger the 80+ Matron!

Asheron's Sanctum  - 21.2N, 69.1E
Asheron's Sanctum Portal - 20.8N, 68.6E

Lynchet of DT reports from inside Asheron's Castle:
"The island is full of swarm olthoi of all types. Asheron's castle is to the north with a portal to him. In order to use this portal you need to have entered a hive on the island first. Once there, Asheron gives you a book with lore explaining more about the olthoi invasions and the coming of Isparians."

Asheron tells you, "Welcome. I had never thought that I would see Isparians here, aside from Elysa and Borelean. But I see that you have made your way across my island and through the Olthoi Hordes."

Asheron tells you, "I have fashioned this book to explain everything that I know at this time about the resurgence of the Olthoi. I am indebted to you once more for your actions."
Asheron gives you Olthoi Resurgent.
Asheron tells you, "I am not quite sure what caused them to come here, but I am quite sure that it relates directly to the evidence turned up at Knorr."
Asheron tells you, "Oh yes, I am well aware that you have been making your way through my familial estate; while I am not happy about your intrusion there, this world is as much yours as it is mine now."
Asheron smirks.

Asheron tells you, "I am however, all too well aware of Nuhmudira and her quest for more power. She plays with primal forces that are far beyond her frame to contain. In some respects, I pity her for her madness; in others, I revile her for the selfish manner in which she acts."
Asheron pauses looking to his guardians.
Asheron tells you, "I had assumed that the Queen at Knorr was not eternal. But this invasion has caused me to re-assess that assumption. It has been nearly 800 years since I have seen that Queen."

Asheron tells you, "If she has come, then we shall need to band together as never before. I could not use the full power of my magical arsenal while those creatures were here. There was something potent that drained the higher magics from the area. Now I feel them back again. You have helped to restore me...now we need to assist ourselves."

Asheron tells you, "This Queen...is the most terrible thing that this world or any other has ever seen. What is worse is that she remembers, and in that memory she undoubtedly is stalking me...but when she learns that her children have suffered so much at our hands, her attentions will be cast toward us all."

Guardian tells you, "We are here at the behest of Lord Asheron. Our duty is to maintain peace. We ask that you observe our requests so as to not force our hands into action."

Asheron tells you, "There is nothing more that I can tell you at this time. I must reflect upon what has transpired and devise a way to deal with this menace. It will require the efforts of us all if this is indeed the same Queen."

Text: Olthoi Resurgent (thanks to Bluemage II of SC!)
Note: It's hookable! - Thanks to Master Dragoon of WE, Apocolpyse of TD, Broken Bow of HG, Suprentis II of FF, Sassy Dawn of MT

Asheron's Island (click pics to enlarge)

A report from Darius Falc of WE:
Asheron's tower can be reached via the portal in the Matron's Hive on south Island. From the Nanto portal drop, run left with the shore on your left and you should find it. The portal to West island is at the bottom of the Matron's Hive, but it isn't for the weak hearted...Olhoi swarm eviscerators, mutilators, guardians, warriors and nobles abound.

When you get to West Island head for the big mountain thing, Asheron's Tower is on the top. This run is *very* scary...imagine your worst nightmare then add Jerry Springer.

When you get to the base of the mountain the only thing you can do is run around it till you find a way up....with half the Olthoi in the world trying to stop you.

There is a plateau half way up where you can rest that is relatively Olthoi free...well compared to everywhere else.

When you get to Asheron's tower you will find a portal to the Inner Sanctum...take it...you'll find Asheron and his Guardians...(Don't forget to take pics...great eye candy)...talk to asheron and he'll tell you that some 800 year old hive matron has returned and give you a book.

The book is 30 pages long so I haven't read it yet...if you want to know what's inside, go talk to Asheron :).

Have fun, and remember...be careful out there :).

DF.

Darius Falc sent these amendments to his previous letter:
1. correction. Asheron's book is 17 pages and not 30 pages.
2. The hive I pointed people to is the 80+ hive.
3. It seems that you need to kill one of the swarm Olthoi near the west Asheron's Isle portal to be tagged to be able to use the portal.
4. Don't step in the Acid pits...they were doing about 30 points of damage to me per second fully buffed and baned.

Asheron's Raiment - New Quest Undies!
After a series of globals in the 80+ hive, a new Olthoi Brood Matron spawns with lower health. It drops an Olthoi Carapace which can be turned into Olthoi Hunter in Arwic for a robe.  The robe is level 80+ with Armor Other VI. You'll also receive a moderate cantrip, an additional spell, based on your skill. The robe is white, but may be dyed!

	Asheron's Supreme Raiment
Silken raiment woven together to be worn over the entirety of the body. Simple clasps allow for the item to be cinched along the front.
Value	5000
Buden	800
Armor Level	0
Protections	A/A/A P/P/P/P
Spells	Minor Armor, Armor Other VI, Moderate Focus (varies)
Spellcraft	300
Mana	x/800
Mana Cost	1 pt per 40 sec
Difficulty	110
Restrictions	Level 80+ to wield

You give Olthoi Hunter Brood Matron Carapace.
Olthoi Hunter tells you, "Asheron said that I should be expecting these sometime soon. He also gave me a nice selection of rewards for the efforts of those that helped out. Give me a [sic] just a moment while I sort through the items."
Olthoi Hunter tells you, "Oh here it is."
Olthoi Hunter gives you Asheron's Supreme Raiment.

Chupon's Savior of LC poses in Asheron's Supreme Raiment!

Asheron's Greater Raiment is received from a Matron Crest looted from the Brood Matron in the 60-80 hive. She was killed after 2 (?) other global messages were broadcast over a period of 12 hours. Thanks to Oldin of HG and his level 74 archer, Rolament!

	Asheron's Greater Raiment
Silken raiment woven together to be worn over the entirety of the body. Simple clasps allow for the item to be cinched along the front.
Value	5000
Buden	800
Armor Level	0
Spells	Acid Protection Other VI, Moderate Focus (varies)
Spellcraft	285
Mana	x/800
Mana Cost	1 pt per 40 sec
Difficulty	100
Restrictions	Level 60+ to wield

New Globals!
[Player name] grinds their heel into the remains of the Brood Matron's carapace. Above, on the western part of Asheron's Island, the Olthoi Swarm increase in intensity.

As [Player name] defeats the Brood Matron of the western region of Asheron's Island, she emits a scream that calls her fallen horde back to her, until another can take her place.

As [Player name] strikes a fatal blow against the Brood Matron, the Olthoi assault intensifies on the surface of Asherons Island. The new horde cascades over the southern landscape as if a river shattering a dam.

The Brood Matron who once stood as the leader over the Olthoi Swarm on the western shores of Asheron's Island crumples, laid low by [Player name]. But her death has brought an even larger Olthoi Horde to cover the landscape there.

The eastern area of Asheron's Island shudders as [Player name] strikes a blow through the Brood Matron. In desperation, she chitters a command that renews the vigor of the invading olthoi. (1st? global on 60-80)

As the Brood Matron of the eastern part of Asheron's Island collapses, she issues a command to circumvent the efforts of [Player name]. (2nd? global on 60-80)

Defeated by [Player name] the Brood Matron of the eastern portion of Asheron's Island commands the Olthoi to re-gather the swarm and pillage the land. (3rd global on 60-80)

The eastern region of Asheron's Island become dormant at the Brood Matron there is defeated by the bold [Player name]. As the horde once loyal to the Matron scatters, finding refuge in the deep places of the world, a weight is lifted form the island. (final global on 60-80)

Thanks to Oldin of HG, Emo II of LC, Chupon's Savior of LC

From State of the Code: Hotfix on Monday, July 28 9:00AM PST/12:00PM ESTto correct the following:

* The Olthoi Brood Matrons on Asheron's Island will have the correct respawn timer.
* The Renegade Bow and Crossbow will have the correct wield requirements.
* Golden Gromnies in your chests and hooks will be able to be picked up again.
* The timing on the Fort Tethana renegade raids will be adjusted.
 

Look for previous patch information under the Auberean History link to the left.

Thanks also to Drack of WE, Tamarind of MT, Urthstripe of LC, Black Falcon of WE, Myuki, The Fantom of LC, Embience of SC, Willie's Woman, Pulsari of HG, Life's Archer of WE, psychotyc of MT, Pack Wench of TD, Evil Carnage of WE, Dargon of LC, Sun the Sorceress of FF, Thistledontalis of TD