September 2014

Return to Britannia Campagin Starts Wednesday!! Submitted by UO_Herald on September 30, 2014 at 5:37 PM CDT Originally posted 2014 Sep 29 14:20 -0400 GMT by Bonnie "Mesanna" Armstrong on the UO Herald: Whether these are your first steps into Britannia or you are a seasoned veteran, King Blackthorn is delighted to welcome you! You are encouraged to visit the cities of Britannia and explore the various goings on. City banks are a hub for trade and socialization. Be sure to listen to Town Criers for the latest News, or check the City Bulletin Boards for updates from the City Governor. We also invite you to visit the Guild Recruitment stations in the cities of New Haven and Luna Bank as many guilds are welcoming new members! While you are enjoying your visit to the lands of Britannia please check out the new Vice vs Virtue system. You can read more about this system and the other features of Publish 86 here. We have introduced Advisors in the world to help you with your questions and minor issues you might have in the game. When they are available you may contact an Advisor by opening your paperdoll and clicking on the help button, then select "Contact and Advisor" at the top. We have also been working with one of our talented players and created a sharp new UI for the Enhanced client. If it has been some time since you last visited Britannia, we have added new sea adventures with our High Seas expansion which includes smooth boat movement, so be sure to go for a sail during your visit! There are also new house add-ons available via the King’s Collection booster pack, now you too can live like a King! There are many new encounters and features to experience, you can catch up on all of our past patch notes here. If you are having trouble with getting acquainted with the game you can check out our Player's Guide. If you are having trouble with the account management page or need help with changing out any credit card information we have video tutorials available to help you through the process of Updating Payment Information and Recovering Accounts. When you are ready to play simply download either the Enhanced or Classic clients. Please note that Return to Britannia will begin Wednesday October 1, 2014 and continue for 30 days and end October 31, 2014 Thank You for playing Ultima Online! Long Live Britannia! [Discuss This Article]

Old Friends, New Enemies: part III, Remembering the Past... Submitted by UO_Herald on September 26, 2014 at 3:06 PM CDT Originally posted 2014 Sep 26 17:20 -0400 GMT by Bonnie "Mesanna" Armstrong on the UO Herald: Author:  EM Drosselmeyer Heckles poured the wine into two glasses, and handed one to each of the Kings. Lord British smiled to the jester while King Blackthorn gave him a nod, and the two returned to their conversation. “I must say, it is a surprise to find you have returned without Nystul's aid. Where have you been for so long? Why has your return been delayed?” Lord British took a sip and set the glass down, steepling his fingers slightly before speaking. “I have...admittedly been caught up of late with new adventures. I have traveled to the stars...leaving behind the trappings of earth for a time and feeling what it is like to truly be free of all constraints. And though she could not come with me, I have also found love...and found a bond that can never be broken. Looking back, I realize that all of my ponderings and thoughts and musings upon the natures of the Virtues have come back to me in such a profound new manner at having experienced such a wondrous thing first hand...especially after being able to bring new life into existence. Through it all, I have had the shards of the gem...but they are safely with Nystul, for now. I found that a return to Britannia was in order...and it seems that the realm has it's share of troubles. Was that Sir Dupre I spied leaving as I crossed the upper walkways?” To read the full story on the forums, click HERE.

2014 Colonial Challenge Winners! Submitted by Martyna_Zmuir on September 20, 2014 at 5:42 PM CDT From the desk of Dot Warner, Governor of Britain: Congratulations to the winners of the Colonial Challenge! Please look for an update to the King's Cup page regarding it's line-up soon! [Discuss This Article]

Old Friends, New Enemies: part II Submitted by UO_Herald on September 19, 2014 at 6:45 PM CDT Originally posted 2014 Sep 19 19:27 -0400 GMT by Bonnie "Mesanna" Armstrong on the UO Herald: Author EM Drosselmeyer The King frowned from his seat, staring at the chess table as Sir Dupre spoke to him. He idly moved a single piece back and forth. The table was clearly set mid match, and he always moved the piece between the same two spots...a legal move, but with no opponent to make the next one. To read the full story on the forums, click HERE.

New Friends, Old Enemies Submitted by UO_Herald on September 19, 2014 at 6:36 PM CDT Originally posted 2014 Sep 18 19:32 -0400 GMT by Bonnie "Mesanna" Armstrong on the UO Herald: Author EM DrosselmeyerThe underground tunnel rocked from another explosion, dust and pebbles shaking free from the roof at the fury of his assault. The woman merely sat in her stone chair and waited, listening as she could hear the fighting between a few of her minions and a man she knew outmatched them. As he got closer she could hear his frantic, furious tones as he cast spells far more potently than expected, and for a moment she worried he might collapse the entire complex in his eagerness. “Miiiiinaaaax!” To read the full story on the forums, click HERE.

Octopus Garden Submitted by Martyna_Zmuir on September 12, 2014 at 7:51 PM CDT Originally posted September 12th, 2014 by EM Elizabella on the Great Lakes EM Site: In May 2012, a little goblin made a wish. Many generous fishers helped Zox Greatsnapper achieve her dream. Zox’s Museum of Fish was open for a glittering moment! Then the Catfish stole all the museum exhibits away, on the orders of Khul’kruk the Undying Octopus, he of the infinite arms, bane of the drywalker, smasher of beaches. To help Zox, speak with Ondine on Sunday, September 14th, 8:00 p.m. CDT, at the Counselor Hall. [Discuss This Article]

Zox’s Monthly Fishing Contest! (September 2014) Submitted by Martyna_Zmuir on September 12, 2014 at 7:36 PM CDT Originally posted September 12th, 2014 by EM Elizabella on the Great Lakes EM Site: Congratulations to Dangling WORM for catching both of last month’s fish. Fortunately, since they were in the New Exhibits Hall, the Catfish did not steal them. Zox Greatsnapper was delighted to finally have her Museum of Fish! Then it disappeared in seconds. Zox is not sure she can rebuild her dream after it was so cruelly catnapped away. Zox feels very sad. [Discuss This Article]

Colonial Challenge Tournament Submitted by Martyna_Zmuir on September 9, 2014 at 9:53 PM CDT From the desk of Dot Warner, Governor of Britain: [Discuss This Article]