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Post by Radicc Tyranntt on Oct 20, 2006 19:27:46 GMT
Guild Wars Nightfall, the third game in the award-winning Guild Wars epic, releases worldwide on October 27th. In addition to the new campaign, players who log on and travel to Lion's Arch or Kamadan (the starting city in Nightfall™) October 27th – 31st may notice signs of the imminent return of a certain well-known but less-than-sane monarch, and a decorative theme befitting the season. Sounds to me like you know who  |
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Post by Cerryl Nyrim on Oct 20, 2006 20:13:12 GMT
Woohoo, then I can get me a pumpkin mask.
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Post by Pass The Towel on Oct 21, 2006 15:37:01 GMT
From " The Scribe": Maniacal Laughter Heard on the Distant Horizon Many prophets, seers, and oracles sense a sinister presence looming on the Horizon. No, I am not referring to the ominous force that was felt during the Sunspear training event some weeks ago, but rather a more mischievous, humorous, and—perhaps to some—familiar villain. I am, of course, referring to the maniacally insane, and yet surprisingly social, Mad King Thorn of Tyria. This madman gained his notoriety for atrocious deeds while amongst the living, but has since earned a more amusing reputation in death, after visiting Lion's Arch and Droknar's Forge during last year's Halloween season. Spewing jokes that make the citizenry groan with more vigor than the souls of his tortured victims and playing games that exploit the mortality of his audience are just two of his favorite pastimes. However, despite his rough edges, the Mad King is also rather generous. Should he return this year, it might be assumed that the moon-touched monarch will bring with him the many ghostly-themed gifts that made last year's event such a success. These ghoulish party favors included Witches Brew, which, when consumed in excess, left many party-goers looking for an appropriate place to expel the concoction. I do not envy the man tasked with cleaning the marvelous fountain in Lion's Arch the next day... Other gifts included the famous "Ghost in a Box" which released a small spirit that quickly evaporated into the night. Individual portions of another beverage were also handed out. "Squash Serum" temporarily covered the user's head with a spectacular, seasonal squash. Party participants also might have received the ever-popular Absinthe, which summoned a beautiful green flame to radiate around the drinker. The most prized gift, however, came in the form of a rather abstract piece of headgear. Not to be confused with the squash serum which placed a temporary "aura of squash" around the consumer's head, the "Pumpkin Crown" was a permanent headpiece—much like the Tengu or Dragon masks given recently—that continues to be worn with pride by those who received it. In fact, for many citizens, this particular holiday memento is treasured above all things in their possession, and the Pumpkin Crown is much-coveted by those who missed the event. Keep in mind, however, The Mad King is not one to spoil his own surprises. He has not confirmed what prizes—if any—he will bring with him. In fact—befitting his personality—The Mad King himself has not even officially announced his attendance this year. With that in mind, we can only base speculation on the events that transpired last year. While we have a strong belief that the king is returning—complete with a near-confirmation from a certain omniscient amphibian—the details are unclear. Thus, please take these words as a prediction, and not a guarantee. If the predictions are correct, we should expect another year of ghostly beasts, eerie scenery, and most of all, really, really bad jokes. Watch for more definitive information to come, and as always, may Dwayna watch over you. |
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Post by Radicc Tyranntt on Oct 21, 2006 17:42:14 GMT
Funny the news letter makes it sound like the people who only have factions are not getting any halloween action.
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