[Updated 10/13] Midnight Prologue: “The Warning” Content Update and Housing Early Access

Heroes of Aethel, a shadow stirs on the horizon. Our latest content update is now live, bringing with it the thrilling new prologue questline, “The Warning,” and the long-awaited early access launch of Player Housing! Read on for all the details on what awaits you in this foundational patch for the upcoming expansion.

The Warning: A New Prologue Begins

The whispers you’ve heard in the shadowed corners of the capital were true. A new threat is gathering, and the “The Warning” questline serves as your first step into the unfolding saga of Midnight. This permanent new content is available to all players who have completed the main story campaign.

Embark on a Perilous Journey

Seek out Inquisitor Valerius in the Royal Citadel to begin your investigation into strange celestial phenomena. Your journey will take you across familiar lands now tainted by an encroaching darkness, forcing you to confront new enemies and uncover a conspiracy that threatens to unravel the very fabric of the realm. Prepare for challenging encounters, rich storytelling, and a chilling glimpse of what’s to come.

Rewards and What’s Next

Completing “The Warning” will reward players with a unique title, a powerful gear piece to prepare them for future challenges, and a new companion pet, the Star-Touched Vesper. This prologue directly sets the stage for the next major expansion, and your actions here will have lasting consequences.

Housing Early Access is Here!

After much anticipation, we are thrilled to announce that the first phase of our Player Housing system is now in early access! All active players can now claim their very own personalizable instanced home. This is your chance to build a sanctuary, display your trophies, and create a space that is truly yours.

Claiming Your Homestead

To begin, visit the new Housing Commissioner in the capital city’s main square. A short introductory quest will guide you through the process of acquiring your first plot of land—a cozy cottage nestled in the serene Amberwood Vale. This initial plot is provided free of charge to all adventurers as a thank you for your continued dedication.

Key Features in Early Access

While we continue to build upon the system, the early access launch includes a robust set of features to get you started. We are eager to see the incredible homes you create!

• Interior and Exterior Customization: Place furniture, decorations, and trophies inside and outside your home.
• Crafting Stations: Add personal Alchemy Labs, Forges, and Scribe’s Desks to your property for convenient crafting.
• Gardening: Cultivate a small garden to grow rare herbs and reagents.
• Trophy Displays: Show off your greatest achievements with special mounts and boss trophies.
• Permission System: Invite friends and guildmates to visit your personal domain.

Developer Update – October 13th

Thank you for your incredible feedback since the patch went live! In a hotfix deployed today, we have addressed a few key issues. A bug preventing players from placing certain wall-mounted trophies in their home has been resolved. Additionally, we have slightly increased the drop rate for the crafting materials required for the higher-tier housing decorations. We appreciate your patience as we continue to refine the early access experience.