What changed in The Elder Scrolls® Online in 2026

318 updates · 98 main milestones · Jan 7, 2026 to Sep 30, 2026

  1. 1 event
    High Seas of Tamriel Eventseasonal event

    In-game event featuring pirate battles and treasure hunting, running from September 30 to October 14.

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  2. 4 events
    Player Experience Improvementsgameplay

    Improvements including HUD customization tool and achievement pinning, arriving on September 21.

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    Crimson Veldt 12-Player Trialnew contentMilestone

    New PvE trial featuring mounted combat, launching on September 21.

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    Nowhere Vault Launchnew content

    New solo experience with puzzles and challenges, arriving on September 21.

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    Rumors System Introductionnew content

    New system for exploring and discovering stories through non-linear hints, arriving on September 21.

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  3. 8 events
    Potion Naming and Visual Representation Improvementsquality of life

    Upgrades to potion naming and visuals for easier identification of effects.

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    New Unique Buffs for Original Classesbalance changeMilestone

    New unique buffs introduced for Dragonknights, Nightblades, Sorcerers, and Templars to replace removed effects.

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    Hybridization Initiative for Alchemy and Mundus StonesgameplayMilestone

    Update 51 introduces hybridization for character resources, allowing abilities to scale based on highest offensive stats.

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    Introduction of Vexation Debuffgameplay

    New debuff from Alchemy reduces target's healing done, countering the Mending buff.

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    Alchemy Trait ConsolidationgameplayMilestone

    Consolidation of traits for potions to match changes in the Major/Minor system.

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    Four New Alchemy Reagentsnew content

    Four new ingredients added to support the changes in Alchemy.

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    Consolidation of Buff Effectsbalance change

    Major and Minor Sorcery effects removed; Brutality now provides both Weapon and Spell Damage.

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    Warrior Mundus Stone Buffbalance change

    The Warrior Mundus Stone now increases both Weapon and Spell Damage.

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  4. 2 events
    Golden Pursuits Campaign: Straight to the Crateseasonal event

    Earn up to 20 free Crown Crates by completing activities during the Golden Pursuits campaign.

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    Crown Store Update for Crown Cratesshop

    Four variations of Crown Crates will be available for purchase at different times during the campaign.

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  5. 9 events
    Increased Resource Acquisition Ratesbalance change

    10% increase to experience, gold, and other resource acquisition rates during the trial.

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    Antiquity System Lead Time Increasequality of life

    Increased lead times for the Antiquity system during the trial.

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    Free Pyrodraconic Camel-Lizard Mountdlc release

    ESO Plus members can claim the Pyrodraconic Camel-Lizard mount for free until September 3.

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    Increased Tome Points from Challengesquality of life

    10% increase to Tome Points earned from challenges during the trial.

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    Exclusive Costume Dyeing Abilityquality of life

    Trial players gain the exclusive ability to dye costumes.

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    Double Transmute Crystal Storagequality of life

    Players can store double the amount of Transmute Crystals during the trial.

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    Craft Bag and Double Bank Spacequality of life

    Access to a Craft Bag for unlimited crafting material storage and double bank space for all characters.

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    ESO Plus Free Trial Livedlc release

    Enjoy access to over 30 DLC game packs, including new zones, quests, and dungeons for free until August 27.

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    Double Furnishings and Collectibles Spacequality of life

    Players can enjoy double the space for furnishings and collectibles in player housing.

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  6. 18 events
    Miscellaneous Draugrkin’s Healing Reduction Halved in PvPbalance change

    Draugrkin’s Healing reduction now is halved in PvP.

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    Necromancer Pummeling Goliath Bash Attack Cooldown Introducedbalance change

    Pummeling Goliath’s bash attack will now have a 1-second cooldown but deals ~73% more damage on hit.

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    Templar Judgment’s Brand Damage Bonus Increasedbalance change

    Judgment’s Brand’s damage bonus has been increased slightly (1600 bonus damage, up from 1400).

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    Templar Balanced Warrior Formula Adjustedbalance change

    Balanced Warrior’s math formula is now more complicated but more rewarding.

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    Dragonknight Seething Fury PvP Damage Halvedbalance change

    Seething Fury (Molten Whip’s buff) is now halved in PvP.

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    Dragonknight Power Lash Damage Reductionbalance change

    Power Lash deals less outright damage but offers a minor bonus to damage done to monsters.

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    Dragonknight Landslide Stacking and Decay Adjustmentsbalance change

    Landslide now generates slightly quicker, stacks slightly higher (12 stacks), and decays slower.

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    Warden Arctic Blast Damage Increasebalance change

    Arctic Blast will deal more damage over time (~20% per tick).

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    Necromancer Nothing Wasted Decay Adjustmentbalance change

    Nothing Wasted now decays less aggressively (loses 2 stacks instead of 3).

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    Templar Aetheric Lancer Area Effect Adjustmentbalance change

    Aetheric Lancer’s area effect now generates on you when it activates if you are not moving.

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    Necromancer Frozen Colossus Damage and Cost Adjustedbalance change

    Frozen Colossus will deal more damage (12.5% more) and cost less (150 Ultimate).

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    General Bug Fixes and Tooltip Updatesbug fix

    The usual bug fixes and tooltip updates.

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    Dragonknight Heart of Flame Healing Reducedbalance change

    Heart of Flame’s healing has been reduced by 20%.

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    Miscellaneous Ice Comet Damage and Snare Adjustmentbalance change

    Ice Comet does more damage over time (~21%) and snares enemies whenever it deals any damage.

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    Dragonknight Core of Flame Resource Restoration Reducedbalance change

    Core of Flame will restore 12% missing resources, down from 15%.

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    Nightblade Strife Damage Bonus Introducedbalance change

    Strife now grants a unique damage bonus that increases your damage done by 1% for every 10% Health you have.

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    Warden Fetcher Infection Damage Increasebalance change

    Fetcher Infection will deal slightly more damage (75%, up from 60%) every other cast.

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    Dragonknight Earthspike Mantle Damage Bonus Adjustedbalance change

    Earthspike Mantle’s flat damage done bonus is now damage done to monsters.

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  7. 9 events
    No Trade Bars Rewardedchanges

    The event no longer rewards Trade Bars, previously known as Event Tickets.

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    100% Boost to Alliance Pointsgameplay

    Players earn a 100% boost to Alliance Point gains in Battlegrounds, Imperial City, and Alliance War.

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    Pelinal’s Boon Boxes Introducednew content

    Players can earn Pelinal’s Boon Boxes during the event, containing various rewards.

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    100% Boost to Experience Pointsgameplay

    Players earn a 100% boost to Experience Point gains in Battlegrounds, Imperial City, and Alliance War.

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    Colovian War Torte Recipe Rewardsnew content

    Pelinal's Boon Boxes have a chance to contain items related to the Colovian War Torte recipe.

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    Event Merchants Availablenew content

    Various merchants return during the event, offering exclusive items for Alliance Points.

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    Shortened Duration for Whitestrake’s Mayhemquality of life

    The event is now a one-week format, intended to occur more frequently throughout the year.

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    Whitestrake’s Mayhem Event Returnsseasonal event

    The Whitestrake’s Mayhem in-game event has returned and is live from August 5 until August 12.

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    100% Boost to Tel Var Stonesgameplay

    Players earn a 100% boost to Tel Var Stone gains in the Imperial City.

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  8. 7 events
    Bethesda’s 40th Anniversary Saleshop

    Game on sale as part of Bethesda’s birthday celebrations, with details varying by platform and product.

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    Deathmatch Battleground Spotlightseasonal event

    Earn bonus XP and AP in the Deathmatch game mode during this Battlegrounds Spotlight mini event.

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    Whitestrake’s Mayhem Eventseasonal event

    Clash with players in Cyrodiil, the Imperial City, and Battlegrounds to earn bonus Alliance Points, Experience Points, and Tel Var Stones.

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    Golden Pursuits—Straight to the Crateseasonal event

    Complete a variety of activities to earn up to 20 free Crown Crates by the campaign’s end.

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    Bethesda’s 40th Anniversary Rewardseasonal event

    Enter the code Bethesda40 to unlock 2,000 Trade Bars (sent directly to your in-game mail) during the promotion window.

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    Update 51 on PTS1new content

    Help test future Season One and Season Two content on the PC/Mac Public Test Server.

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    Golden Pursuits—Sheogorath Takes a Holidayseasonal event

    Complete Golden Pursuits activities primarily by playing the new Sheogorath questline to earn gold, armor, and a unique customized action.

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  9. 2 events
    Anniversary Sale on ESO Editionsshop

    Standard Edition up to 75% off and Deluxe Edition up to 50% off from July 30 to August 13.

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    Bethesda's 40th Anniversary Celebrationseasonal event

    Redeem a unique in-game code 'Bethesda40' for 2,000 Trade Bars before August 12, 2026.

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  10. 13 events
    Update 52 Delayed to January 2027gameplay

    Update 52, expected to include the Jerall Pass PvP zone and Skyrim’s Dynamic Encounters: Rimegales, is postponed to January 2027.

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    Greymoor Chapter and Markarth DLC Free for All Playersnew content

    The Greymoor Chapter and Markarth DLC will become free for all players on November 9, 2026.

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    Whitestrake’s Mayhem Event Scheduledseasonal event

    The Whitestrake’s Mayhem event will take place from August 5-12, 2026.

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    High Seas of Tamriel Event Scheduledseasonal event

    The new High Seas of Tamriel event will take place from September 30 to October 14, 2026.

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    Player Experience Improvements in Update 51quality of life

    Improvements include Achievement pinning, Customizable HUD, Hybridization, Antiquities improvements, and Transmute Stations in Cyrodiil.

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    New Trial: Crimson Veldt Delayed to 2027gameplay

    The new trial, Crimson Veldt, which includes mounted combat, is pushed to 2027 for quality assurance.

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    Update 51 Launch Date Moved to September 28, 2026new content

    Update 51 will now launch one week later, including a new challenge: The Nowhere Vault.

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    New Game System: Rumors Introducednew content

    A new game system called Rumors will be introduced in Update 51.

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    Group Versions of Solo Dungeons Free for All Playersnew content

    The group versions of Moon Hunter Keep and March of Sacrifices will be free for all players on October 12, 2026.

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    New Golden Pursuit Campaign: Straight to the Crateseasonal event

    A new Golden Pursuit campaign will run from August 20 to September 17, allowing players to earn up to 20 free Crown Crates.

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    Witches Festival and New Life Festival Events Returnseasonal event

    The Witches Festival and New Life Festival events will return as usual.

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    Class and Combat Refresh Targeted for 2027gameplay

    The Class and Combat refresh is now targeted for 2027, with interim options being discussed for classes awaiting full refresh.

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    Solo Dungeons: Moon Hunter Keep and March of Sacrificesnew content

    Launching October 21, 2026, featuring new solo dungeons.

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  11. 6 events
    Golden Pursuits—Sheogorath Takes a Holidayseasonal event

    Participate in Sheogorath's holiday activities from July 29 to August 12 to earn gold and unique rewards.

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    New Emote and Pet Rewardsnew content

    Rewards for completing the Sheogorath Takes a Holiday questline include the Sheogorath’s Blessed Cheese emote and the Mad God’s Tomeshell pet.

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    New Storyline—Sheogorath Tours Tamrielnew contentMilestone

    Join Sheogorath on a six-part storyline starting July 29, featuring a visit to the Annual Artisan Cheese Festival.

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    Sheogorath Takes a Holiday Questline Launchnew contentMilestone

    A new series of six story quests featuring Sheogorath and Noth the Unhinged is now available for all players.

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    Golden Pursuits Campaignseasonal event

    A special campaign running from July 29 to August 12, offering new rewards for completing activities related to the new questline.

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    Sheogorath Storyline Comingnew content

    New questline featuring Sheogorath, launching on July 29.

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  12. 1 event
    Elder Scrolls at Gaming Community Expo (GCX) 2026seasonal event

    GCX returns from July 24 to July 25 at Universal Orlando Resort with fan-run experiences and a dev panel.

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  13. 1 event
    Crazy King Battleground Weekendseasonal event

    Compete in Crazy King matches for increased Alliance Point rewards from July 22 to July 29.

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  14. 1 event
    ESO Tavern 2026seasonal event

    Join the ESO Tavern event from July 10 to July 12 at Castle Ludwigstein in Hesse, Germany.

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  15. 22 events
    Introduction of the Koldane Cartelnew contentMilestone

    A new dangerous organization threatens local gangs in Daggerfall, prompting the Thieves Guild to assist.

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    New Mythic Item Fragments and Costumenew contentMilestone

    Complete Thieves Guild content to earn fragments for a new mythic item and Quen’s Heist Attire costume.

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    Season One Launchnew contentMilestone

    Launch of Season One on July 8, featuring new content, challenging trials, and daily story quests.

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    Season One Premium + Bonuses Rewardsnew content

    This option includes additional Tome Points Caches and the Dawngold Corgi pet.

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    High Seas In-Game Eventseasonal event

    Players will participate in a new in-game event set on the high seas.

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    New Thieves Guild Questline in Season Onenew contentMilestone

    Discover a new story and questline featuring the return of the Thieves Guild in Glenumbra.

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    New Daily Quests and Activitiesnew contentMilestone

    Players can access Thieves Guild Dailies, Heists, and other related activities from the Daggerfall Outlaws Refuge.

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    Daggerfall Bank Updatequality of life

    The Daggerfall bank now has two bankers to improve player experience.

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    Thieves Guild Storyline Launchnew contentMilestone

    New questline where players assist the Thieves Guild in establishing a foothold in Glenumbra.

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    Season One Free Rewardsnew content

    Free rewards include currencies, consumables, and collectibles like the Golden Dwarven Spider pet and the Blade Cloak, Gold Arrow skill style.

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    New Thieves Guild Storyline in Season Onenew contentMilestone

    Season One introduces an all-new Thieves Guild storyline.

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    Favors System Introducednew content

    New daily quest system with posting boards set up by the Freerunners in each Alliance.

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    Return of the Thieves Guildseasonal eventMilestone

    The Thieves Guild event will run from July 8 to October 21, 2026.

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    Season One Tamriel Tomenew content

    New Tamriel Tome with free and premium options for rewards.

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    New Home for Thievesnew content

    Earn fragments needed for the Rogue’s Refuge house to store your ill-gotten gains.

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    Dynamic Encounters Systemnew content

    New multi-stage world events for overland zones, launching with three unique encounters.

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    New Challenges and Rewards in Season Onegameplay

    Season One will feature a host of new challenges and rewards.

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    Season One Premium Rewardsnew content

    Premium rewards include additional Trade Bars, the Hew’s Bane Hyena mount, and the Charming Rogue armor style set.

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    Launch of Season One Tamriel Tomeseasonal eventMilestone

    Season One of the Tamriel Tome will launch on July 8, 2026, featuring new and returning rewards.

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    Gold Coast Bazaar Updatechanges

    Updated reward store with new and returning items.

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    Encounter the Prince of Madnessnew content

    Players will encounter the Prince of Madness during Season One.

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    Cosmetic Improvements in Glenumbraworld

    Glenumbra zone features new landscaping, parks, and streets as part of the update.

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  16. 2 events
    Thieves Guild Quest and Storyline Launchnew contentMilestone

    The Thieves Guild quest and storyline will be part of Season One, launching on July 8.

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    Introduction of Daggerfall Thieves Guild Charactersnew content

    Meet Edwane the Hawk, Seline Menant, and Abrasia, potential founding members of the Daggerfall Thieves Guild chapter.

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  17. 3 events
    Golden Pursuits—A New Challenge Arisesseasonal event

    Celebrate the new Challenge Difficulty system with the Golden Pursuits campaign from June 18 to July 7.

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    Dev Updates Livestreamother

    Look out for the next Dev Updates livestream tentatively planned for the second half of July.

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    Zeal of Zenithar Eventseasonal event

    Participate in the Zeal of Zenithar in-game event from June 24 to July 8 to earn pages for the Battlefield Provisioner outfit style.

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  18. 11 events
    Increased Crafting Inspiration Gainbalance change

    Crafting inspiration gain from all sources is increased by 100% during the event.

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    Reduced Vendor Pricesbalance change

    Vendor prices across Tamriel are reduced by 10% during the event.

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    Impresario Event Stocknew content

    The Impresario stocks new items including Roseblood Bat pet fragments and Battlefield Provisioner outfit style pages.

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    New Quest: The Unrefusable Offernew content

    Players can pick up the introductory quest 'The Unrefusable Offer' from Amminus Varo at the Belkarth festival grounds.

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    Reduced Repair Costsbalance change

    Repair costs on vendors are reduced by 50% during the event.

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    New Rewards: Battlefield Provisioner Outfit Stylenew content

    Players can earn the new Battlefield Provisioner outfit style during the event.

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    Daily Quest: Honest Toilnew content

    Completing the daily quest 'Honest Toil' rewards players with Zenithar’s Parcel boxes.

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    Reduced Wayshrine Travel Costsbalance change

    Wayshrine travel costs are reduced by 75% during the event.

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    Zeal of Zenithar Event Returnsseasonal eventMilestone

    The Zeal of Zenithar in-game event runs from June 24 to July 8, 2026, featuring various rewards and activities.

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    Thorn’s Bite Withersteed Mount Fragmentnew content

    Players can complete the Thorn’s Bite Withersteed mount with its final fragment during the event.

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    Trade Bars Rewardnew content

    Players receive 300 Trade Bars the first time they complete the 'Honest Toil' quest each day.

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  19. 4 events
    Introduction of Challenge Difficulty SystemgameplayMilestone

    A new Challenge Difficulty system has been introduced, allowing players to take on tougher challenges in Tamriel.

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    20 Activities Available in Golden Pursuitsgameplay

    There are 20 activities available during the Golden Pursuits campaign, including defeating enemies and overcoming dungeons.

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    Golden Pursuits Campaign: A New Challenge Arisesseasonal eventMilestone

    Participate in the Golden Pursuits campaign from now until July 7, 2026, featuring a new Challenge Difficulty system.

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    Rewards for Completing Activitiesgameplay

    Complete various activities to unlock rewards including Gold, Transmute Geodes, Iron Atronach Crown Crates, and Tel Var Stones.

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  20. 20 events
    Warden Class Mastery Passivesbalance change

    Generic passives introduced for Warden class, with future updates expected.

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    Werewolf Skill Line Refreshnew contentMilestone

    Major redesign of the Werewolf skill line, including transformations and core abilities.

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    Player Experience Improvementsquality of life

    Includes Guild Mail tool and Transmute Stations in crafting hubs.

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    Nightblade Class Mastery Passivesbalance changeMilestone

    New passives introduced for Nightblade class, focusing on critical damage and dodging mechanics.

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    Introduction of Class Mastery Systemnew contentMilestone

    A new passive skill line for each of the game’s seven classes, allowing players to enhance their builds.

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    Favors Quest Systemnew contentMilestone

    New daily quest system arriving July 8, with unique dailies for each Alliance.

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    Dynamic Encounters Systemnew contentMilestone

    New multi-stage world events for overland zones, arriving July 8.

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    Introduction of Challenge Difficulty Systemnew contentMilestone

    A new system allowing players to customize their combat experience with four difficulty options.

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    Thieves Guild Story Questlinenew contentMilestone

    New questline arriving July 8 as part of Season One.

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    Sheogorath Story Questlinenew contentMilestone

    New questline arriving July 29 as part of Season One.

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    Dragonknight Class Mastery Passivesbalance changeMilestone

    New passives introduced for Dragonknight class, enhancing damage and defense.

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    Class Mastery Systemnew contentMilestone

    Introduces new passive skills for players who want to focus on their class.

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    Permanent Alliance War Vengeance Campaignnew content

    Vengeance campaign returns as a permanent option in the Alliance War.

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    Rebalancing of Seasoned and Master Difficulty Optionsbalance change

    Adjustments made to the damage players do in Seasoned and Master modes based on community feedback.

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    Necromancer Class Mastery Passivesbalance changeMilestone

    New passives introduced for Necromancer class, focusing on health restoration and damage.

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    Sorcerer Class Mastery Passivesbalance changeMilestone

    New passives introduced for Sorcerer class, improving damage and shield mechanics.

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    Challenge Difficulty Systemnew contentMilestone

    Choose from four difficulty levels for greater challenges in overland zones.

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    PvP Veterancy Systemnew contentMilestone

    Earn ranks and unlock rewards in PvP each season, up to rank 100.

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    Templar Class Mastery Passivesbalance changeMilestone

    New passives introduced for Templar class, enhancing healing and damage capabilities.

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    Arcanist Class Mastery Passivesbalance changeMilestone

    New passives introduced for Arcanist class, enhancing damage and utility.

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  21. 1 event
    ESO Now Available on PC Game PasssystemMilestone

    The game is now part of the PC Game Pass library, allowing for cross-play.

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  22. 1 event
    Minor Fixes to Ability Descriptionsbug fix

    Minor fixes and tweaks to ability descriptions based on recent changes.

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  23. 7 events
    New Collectibles and Rewards in the Night Marketnew content

    Players can earn new skill styles, item sets, titles, mementos, and furnishings while participating in the Night Market.

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    Introduction of Faction Mechanics in Night Marketnew contentMilestone

    Players can choose to support one of three factions: the Glittering Goad, the Thousand Eyes, and the Ruckus, affecting their experience and rewards.

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    The Night Market Global Launchnew contentMilestone

    Experience ESO’s first event zone with the Night Market, compete in PvE challenges to earn various rewards.

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    New PvE Activities in the Night MarketgameplayMilestone

    The Night Market features unique quests, challenging bosses, daring races, puzzles, and a new public event type called Skirmishes.

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    Introduction of the Night's Den Player Homenew contentMilestone

    Players can unlock the Night's Den home by completing the zone's introductory quest and collect Relic Splinters to enhance it.

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    Golden Pursuits—Welcome to the Night Marketnew contentMilestone

    Tackle various Night Market-related activities to unlock bonus rewards, including a shiny new skin and various outfit styles.

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    Launch of the Night Market Event Zoneseasonal eventMilestone

    The Night Market event zone is now live and free for all ESO players from April 29 until June 17, 2026.

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  24. 4 events
    New Rewards for Golden Pursuits Activitiesnew content

    Complete activities to unlock various rewards including face markings, body markings, Seals, an emote, and a pet.

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    Golden Pursuits Campaign: Prepare for the Night Marketseasonal event

    Unlock a collection of new rewards during April’s first Golden Pursuits campaign running until April 29, 2026.

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    20 Activities Available in Golden Pursuits Campaigngameplay

    Players can complete a total of 20 activities to earn rewards during the campaign.

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    Upcoming Night Market Openingseasonal event

    The Night Market will open on April 29, 2026, alongside a second Golden Pursuits campaign and a new Event Zone.

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  25. 2 events
    Domination Weekend Mini Eventseasonal event

    Enjoy a 25% bonus to Alliance Points gained during the Domination Battlegrounds weekend mini event.

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    Golden Pursuits—Prepare for the Night Marketnew content

    Complete a wide range of activities throughout Tamriel to earn a new pet and various other goodies during the first of two Golden Pursuits campaigns.

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  26. 2 events
    Introduction of Night Market Faction Leadersnew content

    Meet the leaders of the three factions vying for control over the Night Market: Glittering Goad, The Thousand Eyes, and The Ruckus.

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    Night Market Event Zone Openingseasonal eventMilestone

    The Night Market has reopened, allowing players to engage with various factions until June 17.

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  27. 1 event
    Vengeance Campaigngameplay

    Clash on the battlefields of Cyrodiil to help test new changes and rulesets during the latest Vengeance Alliance War Campaign.

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  28. 4 events
    Discounts on Crown Packsshop

    Discounts include 21,000 Crown Pack—40% off, 14,000 Crown Pack—35% off, and more.

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    Wildburn Tharriker and Boar Bundle Availablenew content

    Collectible bundle available from April 15 until April 23.

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    April 2026 Crown Pack Saleshop

    Save up to 40% on select Crown Packs during the April 2026 sale, available until April 21.

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    Buccaneer Bay Home Availablenew content

    New home collectible available from April 15 until April 23.

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  29. 8 events
    Introduction of Class Mastery Skill Linesnew content

    New skill lines for class mastery have been introduced.

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    New Story Contentnew contentMilestone

    New narrative content has been added for players to explore.

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    First Dynamic World Eventsnew contentMilestone

    The first set of dynamic world events has been implemented.

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    Updated Werewolf Character Models and Skill Linenew content

    Werewolf characters have received visual updates and skill line enhancements.

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    Introduction of PvP Veterancy Systemnew contentMilestone

    A new system for player versus player progression has been introduced.

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    Thieves Guild Story Content Activationnew content

    Story content related to the Thieves Guild will be activated shortly after PTS opens.

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    New Challenge Difficulty Settingsnew content

    Players can now experience new difficulty settings for challenges.

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    Future Activation of Daedric Prince Sheogorath Story Contentnew content

    Further story content focused on Sheogorath will be activated in a future update.

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  30. 1 event
    Update 50 Public Test Server Updatenew content

    Get your first look at the upcoming changes and additions coming to ESO during the Update 50 PTS window.

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  31. 9 events
    Improved Fur Coverage on Werewolf Modelvisuals

    Adjusted and added more fur to the model, enhancing its appearance based on player feedback.

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    Prowl Mechanic for Enhanced Stealthgameplay

    Prowl allows Werewolves to utilize stealth-like benefits, making them harder to detect by monsters.

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    New Ultimate Ability for Werewolf FormgameplayMilestone

    A new ability that allows players to unleash the beast for a duration, granting power bonuses.

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    Cost of Sustaining Werewolf Form Reduced to Zerobalance changeMilestone

    The cost of sustaining Werewolf form out of combat is now completely free.

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    New Animations and Visual Effects for Werewolvesvisuals

    Updated animations, visual effects, and sound effects for various Werewolf actions including locomotion and core combat mechanics.

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    Two New Werewolf Modelsnew contentMilestone

    Introduction of one male and one female Werewolf model, with female characters automatically using the new female model.

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    Increased Size of Werewolf Modelvisuals

    The size of the Werewolf model has been increased by approximately 20%.

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    Introduction of 'Prowl' and 'Slaughter' MechanicsgameplayMilestone

    New mechanics to enhance gameplay, with 'Slaughter' as a synergy-based ability and 'Prowl' as a stealth-like tool.

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    Overhauled Werewolf Form ManagementgameplayMilestone

    New method to activate and sustain Werewolf form using Ultimate, making it easier to maintain.

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  32. 11 events
    Fix for Weekly Challenges Not Behaving Properlybug fix

    Certain Weekly Challenges will be fixed to appear correctly in the pool starting April 20.

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    UI Improvements for Tamriel Tomeui ux

    Introduction of UI improvements including the ability to claim all completed challenges at once.

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    Inconsistent Challenge Progress Countingbug fix

    Fixes planned for challenges that have been counting inconsistently, including foe counts in specific zones.

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    Launch of Tamriel Tomes Season Zeronew contentMilestone

    The first page on the Tome of Dawn and Dusk has been opened with the launch of Season Zero.

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    Conversion of Excess Tome Points to Goldbalance change

    Excess Tome Points above the roll-over cap will be converted to gold after rewards are auto-claimed.

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    Refunding Tome Point Cachesquality of life

    Players can request a one-time exchange of unspent Tome Points back into Caches of Tome Points from April 2 to April 30.

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    Additional Rerolls for Goldnew content

    Players can obtain additional Weekly Challenge rerolls for gold starting with Update 50.

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    Daily Login Seasonal Challenge Issuebug fix

    Investigating and aiming to fix issues with the Daily Login Seasonal Challenge in Update 50.

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    End of Season Reward Auto-Claimergameplay

    Excess Tome Points above the roll-over cap will be used to automatically claim rewards at the end of the Season.

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    Tome Points Roll-Over Capgameplay

    A maximum of 2,000 Tome Points can roll over to the next Tamriel Tome at the end of a Season.

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    New Repeat Functionality for Weekly Challengesgameplay

    Players can complete Weekly Challenges twice as many times after unlocking bonus pages in the current Season's Tamriel Tome.

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  33. 1 event
    April 2026 Dev Updates Livestreamother

    Tune in to Twitch.tv/Bethesda as members of the ESO Dev team discuss new changes arriving with Update 50.

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  34. 37 events
    New Dapper Daredevil Outfit Stylenew content

    Players can earn a new outfit style, the Dapper Daredevil, during the Anniversary Jubilee.

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    Update 49 Player Experience Improvementsquality of life

    Includes free in-UI respecs and a new selection of gold-purchasable mounts.

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    Update 50 Player Experience Improvementsquality of life

    Includes a guild mail system and transmute stations in major crafting hubs, arriving June 8.

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    Launch of Season Zero and Tome of Dawn and Dusknew contentMilestone

    The first Tamriel Tome, called the Tome of Dawn and Dusk, will be available for all platforms.

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    Challenge Difficulty Systemnew contentMilestone

    Allows players to tailor the difficulty of overland and quest content, arriving with Update 50 on June 8.

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    Premium Rewards in Tome of Dawn and Dusknew contentMilestone

    Premium rewards include mounts and additional Trade Bars.

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    Werewolf Skill Line Refreshnew contentMilestone

    Improvements to the Werewolf skill line, including a unique female model, arriving June 8.

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    Free Rewards in Tome of Dawn and Dusknew contentMilestone

    Free collectibles include Kireth’s Dungeon Delve armor set and various in-game currencies.

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    PvP Veterancy Systemnew contentMilestone

    New progression system for PvP modes, allowing players to earn levels and rewards, arriving June 8.

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    Nokvroz’s Greatsword Replica Stylenew content

    A new style for Nokvroz’s Greatsword Replica is available during the event.

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    Season Zero: Dawn and Dusk Launchseasonal eventMilestone

    The inaugural Season Zero is live from April 2 until July 8, introducing new reward systems and player-focused improvements.

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    Season Zero Launchnew contentMilestone

    Exciting adventures and all-new content, free for all ESO players, await with the debut of Season Zero including the Night Market event zone.

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    2026 Anniversary Jubilee Eventseasonal eventMilestone

    The event runs from April 2 to April 15, featuring various rewards and a 100% XP buff.

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    Cosmetic Rewards from Fishing and Bossesnew content

    New cosmetic rewards themed around ESO lore can be obtained from fishing nodes and world bosses.

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    New Currency: Tome Pointsnew contentMilestone

    Tome Points are earned through challenges and can be spent on unlocking rewards.

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    ESO Plus Membership Benefitsnew content

    ESO Plus members receive bonuses including increased Tome Points and free Premium Tome Tokens.

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    Premium + Bonuses Rewardsnew contentMilestone

    Includes additional rewards and caches of Tome Points for Premium + Bonuses purchasers.

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    Passive 100% XP Buffgameplay

    Players now receive a passive 100% XP buff just by logging in and playing, instead of needing to eat anniversary cake.

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    Premium + Bonus Rewards from the Tome of Dawn and Dusknew content

    The Premium + Bonuses Tome includes extra rewards and caches of Tome Points.

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    2026 Anniversary Jubilee In-Game Eventseasonal eventMilestone

    Celebrate ESO’s birthday while enjoying a 100% XP buff and earning various new and returning rewards, including the Dapper Daredevil outfit style.

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    Thorn’s Bite Withersteed Mount Fragmentnew content

    Players can earn fragments for the Thorn’s Bite Withersteed mount during the event.

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    Trade Bars from Cake Interactiongameplay

    Players can earn 300 Trade Bars daily by interacting with the cake during the event.

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    Tamriel Tomes - Tome of Dawn and Dusknew contentMilestone

    ESO's first Tamriel Tome available from April 2 until July 8, featuring various rewards.

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    Launch of Season Zero's Tome of Dawn and Duskseasonal eventMilestone

    The Tome of Dawn and Dusk arrives with Season Zero, introducing a new rewards system.

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    New Way to Earn Rewardsquality of life

    Players can earn in-game currencies, items, and collectibles through the Tome system.

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    Gold Coast Bazaar In-Game Reward Storeshop

    New in-game store for unlocking rewards using Trade Bars.

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    Impresario's Trade Bar Merchandisenew content

    The Impresario offers new items for Trade Bars during the Jubilee event, including past armor styles and new items.

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    Free and Premium Tamriel Tome Optionsnew contentMilestone

    Players can choose between a free version and two paid versions of the Tamriel Tome.

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    Introduction of Tamriel Tomes Systemnew contentMilestone

    A new battlepass-like system allowing players to unlock in-game rewards as they play.

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    Night Market Event Zonenew contentMilestone

    A new PvE zone available from April 29 to June 17, featuring unique challenges and rewards.

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    Class Mastery Abilitiesnew contentMilestone

    New passive abilities for pure characters, arriving June 8 with Update 50.

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    Anniversary Jubilee Gift Boxesnew content

    Players can earn exclusive Gift Boxes containing various rewards, including new outfit styles and collectibles.

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    Removal of Endeavors and Daily Login Rewardsnew contentMilestone

    The Endeavors and Daily Login Rewards systems will be removed and their rewards integrated into Tamriel Tomes.

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    Free Rewards from the Tome of Dawn and Dusknew content

    Players can unlock up to 8,000 Seals, 9,000 Trade Bars, six crown crates, and various collectibles.

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    Trade Bars Currency Launchnew content

    Trade Bars, a unique new currency, will be available to redeem as Twitch Drops starting April 2, 2026.

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    Premium Rewards from the Tome of Dawn and Dusknew content

    Purchasing the Premium Tome grants additional rewards including the Winterhold Empyrean Wolf mount and more.

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    Dragonknight Class and Two Handed Skill Line Refreshnew contentMilestone

    Major reworks to abilities, animations, VFX, and audio for the Dragonknight class and Two Handed skill line.

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  35. 1 event
    2026 ESO Seasons Direct Livestreamother

    Preview Season Zero and future releases on March 31.

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  36. 1 event
    Player Experience Improvements Livestreamother

    Tune in on March 26 for a breakdown of big improvements arriving in-game.

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  37. 6 events
    Gold Coast Bazaar Launchnew content

    The Gold Coast Bazaar, a new storefront for classic collectibles using Trade Bars, opens on March 25.

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    Trade Bars Introduced for Event Rewardsbalance change

    Trade Bars replace Event Tickets for acquiring Jester's Festival event rewards from the Impresario merchant.

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    Jester's Festival 2026 Event Announcementseasonal eventMilestone

    The Jester's Festival in-game event begins on March 25 and runs until April 2, 2026, featuring XP gains and event quests.

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    New Rewards in Jester's Festival Boxesnew content

    New rewards include the One Bad Knight outfit style and the first fragment for the Thorn's Bite Withersteed morphing collectible.

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    Jester’s Festival Eventseasonal event

    Manage merry mayhem to receive riotous rewards including the One Bad Knight outfit style and loads of Jesters Festival-themed furnishings.

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    Jester’s Festival Eventseasonal event

    Manage merry mayhem to receive rewards including the One Bad Knight outfit style from March 25 to April 2.

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  38. 1 event
    Clarification on Trade Bars and Merchantsquality of life

    Updated information clarifying that Trade Bars must be exchanged with the Impresario merchant for event rewards.

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  39. 3 events
    Player Experience Reward Pack Availablenew content

    A new reward bundle for all ESO players includes 5,000 Gold, crafting research scrolls, XP scrolls, and more.

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    Update 49 Introduces Quality-of-Life Improvementsquality of life

    Update 49 includes a massive number of quality-of-life improvements for players.

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    Season Zero Launch on April 2seasonal eventMilestone

    The upcoming Season Zero will begin on April 2, 2026, as part of the Update 49 launch.

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  40. 13 events
    Free Respec in UIquality of lifeMilestone

    Players can now respec for free directly in the UI, allowing for on-the-fly build adjustments.

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    Night Market Event Zonenew contentMilestone

    New event zone available from April 29, 2026, featuring unique factions and PvE encounters.

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    Dragonknight Class and Two Handed Skill Line Refreshnew contentMilestone

    Complete rework of the Dragonknight class and Two Handed skill line, including core abilities and animations.

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    Skill Line XP + 100% Mini-eventbalance change

    Receive a 100% XP gain bonus for your skill line progression from March 9 to March 25.

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    Mount Training Increment Changesquality of life

    Mount training will now increment in threes, improving the effectiveness of gold spent on training.

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    Gold Coast Bazaar Reward Systemnew content

    New in-game rewards store opening on March 25, 2026, for acquiring collectibles and items.

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    Player Experience Improvementsquality of life

    Includes new mounts, free attribute and skill point reallocations, account-wide outfit slots, and furnishing limit increases.

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    ESO Plus Membership Additionsbalance change

    New benefits for ESO Plus members including increased Transmutation Crystal Capacity and Housing Furnishing Limits.

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    Hide Clothing and Armor Piecesquality of life

    Players can now hide pieces of clothing and armor for aesthetic customization without affecting stats.

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    Update 49 Launchnew contentMilestone

    Experience the refreshed Dragonknight class and player-experience improvements with the launch of Update 49 on March 9.

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    Tamriel Tomes Reward Systemnew contentMilestone

    New battlepass-like system launching on April 2, 2026, offering in-game rewards through challenges.

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    Four Classic DLCs Added to Base Gamenew contentMilestone

    Imperial City, Orsinium, Thieves Guild, and Dark Brotherhood are now available to all players as part of the base game.

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    Increased Housing Furnishing Limitsquality of lifeMilestone

    Housing furnishing limits are being increased for various home sizes, enhancing placement and decorating freedom.

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  41. 4 events
    Tamriel Tome Announcementseasonal event

    The first-ever Tamriel Tome will include additional Seals rewards when Season Zero launches on April 2, 2026.

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    Seals Rewards for Activitiesseasonal event

    Players can earn up to 2,500 Seals by completing activities during the Seals Celebration campaign.

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    Golden Pursuits Campaign Launchnew content

    Earn up to 2,500 Seals by completing a wide range of activities throughout Tamriel during this new campaign.

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    Golden Pursuits - Seals Celebration Launchseasonal event

    March's Golden Pursuits campaign allows players to earn Seals through various in-game activities.

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  42. 1 event
    Endeavor and Daily Login Rewards System Discontinuedquality of life

    The Endeavors and Daily Login Rewards systems will be disabled starting with DLR on March 1 and Endeavors on March 2.

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  43. 1 event
    Two-Sided Deathmatch Weekendseasonal event

    Enjoy a 25% bonus to AP gained during the Deathmatch Battlegrounds weekend mini PvP event from February 25 to March 4.

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  44. 2 events
    Heart's Day Rewardsnew content

    Unlock rewards by completing activities during the Hasten to Heart’s Day campaign, including Stonelore Crates, Dibella’s Bouquet, and more.

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    Hasten to Heart's Day Campaign Launchseasonal event

    The Golden Pursuits campaign, Hasten to Heart’s Day, runs from February 11 to February 18, 2026, featuring various in-game activities.

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  45. 5 events
    Challenge Difficulty OptionsgameplayMilestone

    Four difficulty options: Adventurer, Seasoned, Master, and Vestige, each with varying damage and reward adjustments.

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    Introduction of Challenge Difficulty Systemnew contentMilestone

    A new optional system for veteran players to experience overland content with increased difficulty.

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    Opt-in Challenge Difficulty Selectionquality of life

    Players can opt-in or out of Challenge Difficulty at their leisure, with UI indicators for selected difficulty.

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    Flexibility of Challenge Difficulty Applicationchanges

    Challenge Difficulty will initially apply to overland and adjacent zones, with potential for future expansion.

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    Damage and Reward Adjustments by Difficultybalance changeMilestone

    Increased damage taken and decreased damage dealt at higher difficulty levels, with corresponding increases in gold and experience rewards.

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  46. 8 events
    Whitestrake’s Mayhem PvP Event Returnsseasonal eventMilestone

    Whitestrake’s Mayhem returns from January 21 to February 4, offering a 100% boost to Alliance Points, XP, and Tel Var Stone gains.

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    Scroll of Pelinal’s Ferocity No Longer Requiredquality of life

    The Scroll of Pelinal’s Ferocity is no longer needed to enjoy increased gains during Whitestrake’s Mayhem.

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    New Roseblood Wings Recall Fragmentnew content

    First fragment for the Roseblood Wings Recall collectible available during the event.

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    New Items from the Impresarionew content

    The Impresario offers new items including Roseblood Bat pet fragments and Tava’s Goshawk style pages.

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    New Roseblood Bat Pet Fragments Availablenew content

    Players can collect fragments for the Roseblood Bat pet during the event.

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    New Tava’s Goshawk Outfit Stylenew content

    Players can earn the Tava’s Goshawk outfit style from Pelinal’s Boon Boxes during the event.

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    Bonus Resources from Harvesting Nodesbalance change

    Harvesting nodes in Cyrodiil will yield bonus resources during the event.

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    Event Tickets Earned from PvP Activitiesnew content

    Players can earn up to three Event Tickets daily by completing PvP activities during the event.

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  47. 7 events
    Tamriel Tomes System Not Yet Availableother

    The new Tamriel Tomes system is not available for testing yet.

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    New Player Experience Improvementsquality of life

    Improvements have been made to enhance the new player experience.

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    Gold Coast Bazaar Offeringsnew content

    A selection of offerings from the Gold Coast Bazaar is now available.

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    Feedback and Bug Reporting Instructionsother

    Instructions for providing feedback and reporting bugs in the PTS.

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    Night Market Zone Not Yet Availableother

    The Night Market zone is not available for testing yet.

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    Two Handed Weapon Skill Lines Updatenew content

    The Two Handed weapon skill lines have been updated.

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    Refreshed Dragonknight Classnew content

    The Dragonknight class has been refreshed with new features.

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  48. 18 events
    Burning Embers Heal Scaling Changebalance change

    The heal from Burning Embers now scales off Max Health instead of damage done.

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    Conversion from Event Tickets to Trade Barsbalance change

    Trade Bars will replace Event Tickets, with 100 Trade Bars awarded for each Event Ticket held.

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    New Items Associated with Eventsnew content

    Brand-new items will be available in the Bazaar, often linked to upcoming events.

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    Previous ESO Plus Rewards in the Bazaarnew content

    Previous ESO Plus monthly free items will be available in the Bazaar for active members.

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    Updated Dragonknight Ability Animationsui ux

    Animations for various Dragonknight abilities have been updated for better visual appeal.

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    Introduction of Gold Coast Bazaarnew contentMilestone

    A new in-game storefront for acquiring classic collectible rewards.

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    Introduction of Trade Bars Currencynew contentMilestone

    Trade Bars are a new in-game currency to acquire items from the Bazaar.

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    Venomous Claw Reworked to Searing Clawbalance change

    Venomous Claw is now Searing Claw, dealing Flame Damage instead of Poison Damage.

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    Molten Whip Changesbalance change

    Molten Whip now generates stacks from any Dragonknight ability and adjusts stack bonuses.

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    Searing Strike Duration and Damage Adjustmentbalance change

    Searing Strike now lasts for 10 seconds, down from 20, but deals 50% more damage-per-second.

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    Core of Flame Changesbalance change

    Core of Flame no longer deals instant damage but restores 15% of missing Magicka and Stamina over time.

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    Lava Whip Becomes Volcanic Whipbalance changeMilestone

    Lava Whip now becomes Volcanic Whip for 7.9 seconds after damaging an Off Balance enemy, dealing more damage and affecting a radius.

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    Adjustments to Skill Line Ability Distributionbalance changeMilestone

    Skill lines are being adjusted to better distribute abilities and passives among roles.

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    New Dragonknight Visual and Sound Effectsnew content

    All Dragonknight abilities receive new visual and sound effects.

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    Launch Date for Gold Coast Bazaarnew content

    Gold Coast Bazaar launches on March 25, 2026, with Season Zero starting on April 2, 2026.

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    Evergreen and Rotating Rewards in the Bazaarnew content

    Bazaar will feature both evergreen rewards and rotating items associated with Season Zero.

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    Dragonknight Standard and Standard of Might Morph Changesbalance changeMilestone

    These Ultimates no longer deal damage or apply Major Defile, instead granting increased Weapon and Spell Damage and reduced damage taken.

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    Initial Offering of Bazaar Rewardsnew content

    Approximately 100 collectibles will be available for purchase when Season Zero starts.

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  49. 11 events
    Gold Coast Bazaar Launchnew contentMilestone

    A new in-game rewards store launching on March 25, 2026, featuring rotating items.

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    Player Experience Improvementsquality of life

    Includes skill and attribute respec from UI, increased Riding skill training speed, and more.

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    Dragonknight Class Improvementsbalance changeMilestone

    Visual refresh and rework of core skill lines for the Dragonknight class.

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    Tamriel Tomes Introductionnew contentMilestone

    A new battlepass-like system for earning in-game collectibles and rewards.

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    Vengeance PvP Progression SystemgameplayMilestone

    A new system for ranking up and earning rewards in Vengeance PvP campaigns.

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    The Night Market Event Zonenew contentMilestone

    A new Event Zone in the Oblivion realm of Fargrave, available from April 29 to June 17, 2026.

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    Werewolf Visuals Revampvisuals

    Major rework of Werewolf visuals, including a new female werewolf model.

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    Challenge Difficulty SystemgameplayMilestone

    A new system that allows players to opt into a more difficult version of overland content.

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    Two-Handed Weapon Skill Line Visual Refreshvisuals

    Visual updates to the Two-Handed Weapon skill line.

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    Introduction of Seasonsnew contentMilestone

    Seasons will bring new adventures, realms, and gameplay additions every three months.

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    Season Zero: Dawn and Dusk Launchnew contentMilestone

    Season Zero will launch on April 2, 2026, introducing new gameplay content and features.

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  50. 3 events
    Anniversary Fellowship Bear Rewardnew content

    Unlock the Anniversary Fellowship Bear by completing 20 activities during the Golden Pursuits campaign.

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    Golden Pursuits Campaign Launchseasonal event

    Kick off the Golden Pursuits campaign from January 7 to February 4, 2026, with various in-game activities to earn rewards.

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    Rewards for Completing Activitiesgameplay

    Earn 30,000 Gold for completing six activities and ×3 All-Maker Crate for completing twelve activities during the campaign.

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