Lord of The Rings Online

Siege of Mirkwood Latest Lotro Trailer!

DoranM — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:49:24 GMT

Turbine has just released a new trailer for The Lord of the Rings Online: Siege of Mirkwood, the upcoming digital expansion to the award-winning MMO, which is scheduled to launch on December 1^st in North America. Siege of Mirkwood will expand the online world of Middle-earth where players will join forces to press further eastward into the dark, foreboding and treacherous forest of Mirkwood and take part in the epic conclusion to Volume II of The Lord of the Rings Online.

Here's a look at the newly released Siege of Mirkwood Trailer:

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Lotro Siege of Mirkwood Expansion Trailer Released!

DoranM — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 18:20:43 GMT

Turbine has released the first video trailer for The Lord of the Rings Online: Siege of Mirkwood! This is the newest digital expansion for the game and is due to launch Dec 1st in North America. Siege of Mirkwood will expand the online world of Middle-earth where players will join forces to press further eastward into the dark, foreboding and treacherous forest of Mirkwood and take part in the epic conclusion to Volume II of The Lord of the Rings Online! Here's a look at the newly released Mirkwood trailer:

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Siege of Mirkwood Launches December 1st In NA! New Screenshots!

DoranM — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 16:54:17 GMT

Siege of Mirkwood, the new digital expansion for LOTRO, will launch on December 1^st in North America, expanding the online world of Middle-earth where players will join forces to press further eastward into the dark, foreboding and treacherous forest of Mirkwood and take part in the epic conclusion to Volume II of The Lord of the Rings Online.

This new batch of screenshots shows off the creepy fortress of Dol Guldur, inhabited by Ringwraiths:

Turbine Unveils The Lord of the Rings Online: Siege of Mirkwood

Kody — Fri, 04 Sep 2009 20:34:11 GMT

Turbine sent us a press release to let us know of the unveiling of a new digital expansion for Lord of the Rings Online, called Siege of Mirkwood. We have a team at PAX, so you can expect to hear more about this expansion pack over the course of the next few days. Stay tuned for that, and check out the official press release below!

WESTWOOD, MA – September 4, 2009 - Turbine, Inc. today unveiled The Lord of the Rings Online™: Siege of Mirkwood™, the digital expansion to the award-winning massively multiplayer online roleplaying game (MMORPG). Siege of Mirkwood will expand the online world of Middle-earth where players will join forces to press further eastward into the dark, foreboding and treacherous forest of Mirkwood and take part in the epic conclusion to Volume II of The Lord of the Rings Online. Siege of Mirkwood will be available as a digital download this Fall with an increased level cap, a new region including the legendary evil fortress of Dol Goldur, major enhancements to combat and Legendary Items and the introduction of Skirmishes, a new system where players will train customizable soldiers and take them into battle as part of the War of the Ring.

“2009 has been a year of unprecedented growth for The Lord of the Rings Online and the launch of Siege of Mirkwood will end the year with a bang,” said Jeffrey Steefel, Executive Producer of The Lord of the Rings Online. “As the game expands east of the Misty Mountains, players will face the raging war and shadow that has spread across Middle-earth and the new Skirmish system will thrust players and their soldiers into the War of the Ring.”

NEW FEATURES:

Ø The Epic Conclusion to Volume II: Mines of Moria™ – Under the command of Celeborn and Galadriel, players will fight through vast armies of Orcs alongside the Elves of Lórien in a battle that will take them to Dol Guldur, the fortress of the Ringwraiths. This update includes Book 9 and the Epilogue to the sweeping epic tale begun with the award-winning Mines of Moria expansion.

Ø Increased Level Cap — Players will be able advance their characters up to level 65, gaining access to new traits, virtues, skills and class quests.

Ø Answer the Call of War! – Jump into the heat of battle with the new Skirmishes feature. Skirmishes offer endless action in repeatable, randomized instances where players can create and lead customizable soldiers into battle, training them to greater skill as they earn victories against the forces of shadow. Answer the call of war wherever violence erupts with the new “World Join” function that lets players and their fellowships band together to fight in various locations throughout Middle-earth.

Ø Take up Arms! – Infiltrate the dark jails, deadly arenas and savage stables of Dol Guldur, the fortress of the Ringwraiths, and strike a blow against Sauron’s forces in new 3 and 6-player instances. Call upon your fellows to adventure into the most deadly 12-player raid yet and face the ultimate challenge – the Nazgûl Lord!

Ø Major Gameplay Enhancements – Turbine continues to improve the award-winning experience of LOTRO with major improvements to the combat and Legendary Items systems. Players will experience improved responsiveness when in the heat of battle. Players will also be able to create and craft their own customized Second and Third Age Legendary Items from raw materials and grow their weapons’ power to level 60. Achieve new Legacies, new titles, and a fourth Runic slot that will make Legendary Items even more unique and powerful.

The Lord of the Rings Online is an award-winning MMORPG that delivers an interactive experience brimming with life and filled with the familiar people, places and monsters from the most beloved fantasy adventure of all time. From the picturesque surroundings of the Shire to Moria, the great underground realm to the menace of Mirkwood, players will experience the world of Middle-earth as never before. The Lord of the Rings Online: Siege of Mirkwood will be available as a digital download this Fall. Details regarding Siege of Mirkwood’s pricing, pre-order offers and availability will be unveiled soon. For more information, visit www.lotro.com/mirkwood.

About Turbine
Turbine, Inc. is the premier creator and operator of massive, persistent online worlds that foster powerful social gaming communities. Turbine has grown to become one of the largest privately-held online gaming studios in North America. Turbine has created some of the world’s most popular and award-winning online games, including The Lord of the Rings Online™: Shadows of Angmar™, Dungeons & Dragons Online® and Asheron's Call®. For more information on Turbine, its products and services please visit www.turbine.com.

About Tolkien Enterprises
The Saul Zaentz Company d/b/a Tolkien Enterprises is the holder of worldwide motion picture, legitimate stage, merchandising, and other rights in J.R.R. Tolkien’s literary works The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit. Tolkien Enterprises has been producing and licensing films, stage productions and merchandise based on Tolkien’s works for more than 30 years. Its headquarters are in Berkeley, California, and its website may be found at www.tolkien-ent.com.

Warden and Rune-Keeper Screenshots

Silriel — Wed, 17 Sep 2008 23:26:27 GMT

Dear Lotro Community, we've got some great screenshots for you today! We've put some brand new Mines of Moria screenshots into our gallery of the new Warden and Rune-keeper classes.
The articles can be found at
Rune-Keeper Screenshots
Warden Screenshots

New Mines of Moria Screenshots

Silriel — Sat, 13 Sep 2008 00:31:41 GMT

There's a new article up on the Lotrolife.com - Exclusive Mines of Moria screenshots - where you can see new items for different classes, mount, mobs and Moria screenshots.
The article can be found at
Lotrolife.com

Developer Diary: The Rune-keeper

Zyuu — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 22:11:28 GMT

Find out detailed information about The Rune-keeper class in a recent published developer diary over at the official Lord of the Rings Online website.

Brian “Zombie Columbus” Aloisio

The Minstrel sings words of Power and the Lore-master finds Power from ancient secrets, but there are more paths than these. Middle-earth is a land where language has Power, and such words are comprised of rune-letters. Put them together in the right order and the world can be changed in subtle and sometimes grand ways. There are some who greatly specialize in such linguistic arts: they are known as Rune-keepers. Their kind had a hand in curiosities like moon-letters, and marvels like the west gate to Moria. In these troubled times, even these normally secluded linguists have stepped up to fight against the Enemy.

Class Summary

Role: Healer or Damage Dealer (DPS)

Equipment: Light armour, Rune-stone

Races: Elves, Dwarves

Skill Level: Advanced

The Rune-keeper joins the Free Peoples of Middle-earth, adding his unique skills to the fight against the Enemy. Scribing words of Power upon special Rune-stones, the Rune-keeper can harm foes or assist allies. Cirth-based writing, favored by the Dwarves, are associated with influencing the elements of Middle-earth, allowing the Rune-keeper to battle foes. Elvish tengwar Runes and words are commonly used more for inspiring allies, keeping them healed and in the action. Rune-keepers even dabble in foretelling, allowing them to change what will happen next in a fight. Through these skills, they can perform such feats as foreseeing that a blade will not Wound an ally, or that a foe will fall to fire.

Is this Magic?

A question I know some of you will be asking is "Does the Rune-keeper use magic?" The answer is a little yes, and a little no. In Tolkien's world, and in our world, ‘magic' is a term for explaining things that are not well understood. A perfect example of this is when Sam was offered to look in Galadriel's Mirror:

And you? ' she said, turning to Sam. 'For this is what your folk would call magic. I believe; though I do not understand clearly what they mean; and they seem also to use the same word of the deceits of the Enemy. But this, if you will, is the magic of Galadriel.

Rune-keepers utilize the Power of writing and of words to change small bits of the world. There are some who would call this magic, while others would call this the natural way of things.

It is worth mentioning that of the races of Middle-earth, only Elves and Dwarves have such innate Power. No Man or hobbit scribe could harness the power of runes in these ways; such talents are not part of their nature. Yet to an Elf, such things can be as natural as breathing.

Read the full diary.

10 New Mines of Moria Screenshots

Zyuu — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 00:35:25 GMT

Check out these 10 new Lord of the Rings Online: Mines of Moria screenshots.

So, who's looking forward to the first expansion for Lord of the Rings Online? There's many videos, screenshots and a lot of interesting information out there; all of it is making the expansion seem quite amazing. Time will tell.

Mines of Moria Enters Final Stages of Beta

Zyuu — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 00:07:03 GMT

Turbine and Codemasters Online recently announced that there's a chance for everyone to participate in the beta program of Mines of Moria, the very first expansion to Lord of the Rings Online. It has entered the final stages of its beta program and if you're in North America or Europe you can sign up for a chance to explore the "dark majesty of the world beneath Middle-earth".

The Mines of Moria Beta Program is by invitation only and over time more and more players will be invited. Beginning today, players can register for a chance to participate in the Beta Program by visiting http://www.unlocktheminesofmoria.com.

“Mines of Moria extends the world of Middle-earth into the dark heart of the Misty Mountains where players will explore one of the largest underground worlds ever created. The Legendary Items system where players can craft unique and powerful weapons and armor that will grow in power and value is just one of the breakthrough features that will further establish The Lord of the Rings Online as one of the world’s premium online games,” said Jeffrey Steefel, Executive Producer of The Lord of the Rings Online. “Player enthusiasm continues to exceed our expectations at every milestone and we are very excited to enter this stage of our Beta Program and take the next major step toward our launch.”

Creatures of Middle-earth: Udúnion

Zyuu — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 06:19:14 GMT

Turbine has released information about the Udúnion create in Lord of the Rings Online. Check out the information below!

Udúnion witnessed the fall of the North-kingdom, the defeat of the Witch-king, and the power of the Dark Lord Sauron diminished as Isildur cut the One Ring from his finger. Now he bides his time, waiting for his freedom...

Read more about Udúnion in the LOTRO Lorebook, then post your comments in the official discussion thread!

More Mines of Moria Screens

Zyuu — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 02:51:34 GMT

Yet another batch of fresh screenshots that showcase The Lord of the Rings Online: Mines of Moria was sent to us from Turbine today. View all the screens below.

New Mines of Moria Screens - Hollin Gate

Zyuu — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 07:49:57 GMT

Turbine just sent us these brand new screenshots of Lord of the Rings Online's upcoming expansion, Mines of Moria.

In the screenshots you can see the Hollin Gate entrance to Moria!

Mines of Moria - Box Art Revealed

Zyuu — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 21:29:12 GMT

Recently Turbine revealed the box art for the Complete Edition of Mines of Moria, the upcoming expansion for Lord of the Rings Online.

The cover depicts the scene from "The Lord of the Rings", where Gandalf confronts a Balrog in Moria. It's looking great!

For more eyecandy of Mines of Moria, check out concept arts and a trailer here.

Mines of Moria Concept Arts and Teaser Trailer

Zyuu — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 21:21:20 GMT

Lord of the Rings Online is on its way to get expanded. Mines of Moria are the name of the first commercial expansion and the estimated time for its release is towards the end of 2008. Below we have several concept arts and a video teaser for your viewing pleasure.

Another batch of new Book 14 screenshots

Zyuu — Thu, 17 Jul 2008 02:26:21 GMT

Another batch of new screenshots for Book 14: The Ring-forges of Eregion has been released by Turbine. The screenshots illustrate new and improved Minstrel animations as well as the continuation of the epic questline.

Book 14: The Ring-forges of Eregion is the next free content update for Lord of the Rings Online.