What changed in The Lord of the Rings Online™ in 2025
342 updates · 25 main milestones · Jan 29, 2025 to Dec 11, 2025
- 12 eventsGerman World Chat Join Issue Fixedbug fix
Resolved the bug causing difficulty for German players to join the German world chat.
SteamLegendary Items Tracery Slot Display Issue Resolvedbug fixLegendary Items will now display proper Tracery slotting after previous issues.
SteamGerman Translations UpdatedlocalizationUpdated translations for Community Loot List title prefixes in German.
SteamAn Shêru Quest Progression Issue Resolvedbug fixFixed an issue that made it difficult to advance in the 'Gathering Friends' quest.
SteamRestoration of Homesteading Coin Return Ratebalance changeThe prior Homesteading Coin return rate of 90% will be restored in Update 46.1.
SteamQuest Respawn Issue Fixed in 'To Shield the Shepherds'bug fixMizadi and crew now respawn properly after the ambush.
SteamSpider Model Visual Artifact FixedvisualsAddressed a visual artifact with new spider models introduced in Update 46.
SteamFrench Client Text Display FixedlocalizationThe French client will now display text properly in French.
SteamFloating Quest Items in Kighân Fixedbug fixSeveral floating quest items in Kighân have been corrected.
SteamEttenmoors Weekly Quests Reward Scaling Boxbug fixEttenmoors weekly quests now reward a scaling box for Tracery tokens.
SteamWoodworker Recipes AdjustedotherWoodworker recipes for Simple Axe, Club, Bow, and Crossbow no longer require Brushed Múrai Leather.
SteamTier 16 Word of Craft Traceries Contribution Fixedbalance changeTier 16 Traceries now correctly contribute to normal set bonuses.
Steam - 15 eventsBeorning Trait Changesbalance change
Piercing Roar costs increased and its cooldown extended; several other trait adjustments made.
SteamCaptain Skill Adjustmentsbalance changeAt the Fore now mitigates effect damage; several other skill adjustments made.
SteamInstance Mechanics UpdatedperformanceBoss encounter mechanics now include additional resets for certain tokens and scrolls.
SteamNew Housing Decoration BundlesvisualsSeveral new housing decoration bundles are now available for purchase.
SteamLevel Cap Increased to 160gameplayMilestoneThe level cap has been raised to 160, with Monster Player characters automatically advancing to this level upon login.
SteamHunter Skill Adjustmentsbalance changeVarious skills for the Hunter class have been adjusted for balance.
SteamAngmar and Mordor Level Cap Updated to 85balance changeThe level cap for Angmar and Mordor has been updated to 85.
SteamKingdoms of Harad Expansion Releaseddlc releaseMilestoneThe Kingdoms of Harad expansion has been launched, introducing new content and a level cap increase.
SteamChampion Skill Changesbalance changeAdamant now reduces all incoming damage and other skills have been adjusted for balance.
SteamBurglar Trait Adjustmentsbalance changeSeveral traits for the Burglar class have been corrected and adjusted for balance.
SteamGuardian Skills Updatedbalance changeGuardians now gain +10% Max Morale when specialized in 'The Defender of the Free.'
SteamFarmers Faire Quest Duration Reducedquality of lifeThe Salutation to Faire Days Farmers Faire wrapper quest will now take 12 days to complete instead of 15.
SteamQuest and Character Updatesbug fixVarious quests and character interactions have been updated and fixed.
Steam - 1 event4th Monster Player Reward Track Launchnew content
Support for the 4th Monster Player Reward Track available in the LOTRO Store.
Steam - 4 eventsProper Effects for Milestone of the Golden Passagebug fix
All avatars should now play the proper effects when using the Milestone of the Golden Passage.
SteamExtended End Date for Legendary Items Reward Track Season 15seasonal eventThe end date for Legendary Items Reward Track Season 15 has been extended to 12/3/2025.
SteamStart of Legendary Items Reward Track Season 16seasonal eventLegendary Items Reward Track Season 16 will start on 12/3/2025 and run until 3/4/2026.
SteamImproved Communication for Timed EffectsperformanceAdjustments made to the way timed effects like damage or healing over time communicate, improving efficiency in large raid groups and PvMP zones.
Steam - 7 eventsReduced Spawns in Garash Fightbalance change
The number of spawns from skills has been reduced in the Garash fight in the raid 'The Temple of Utug-bûr', with most summoning effects reduced by half.
SteamNPCs No Longer Fall Through Floor in Depths of Mâkhda Khorbobug fixSteamHarvestmath Festival Beginsseasonal eventMilestoneThe Harvestmath Festival starts on October 9th and features new rewards including a 'Cobweb' cosmetic cloak, new pets, and spooky housing music themes.
SteamAccess to Titles for Characters Under Level 50bug fixA bug has been corrected that prevented characters under level 50 from accessing titles in the third Monster Player Reward Track.
SteamCaptain-General and Tyrant Quests Advancementbug fixCaptain-General and Tyrant quests at Tol Ascarnen, Grimwood Lumber Camp, and Tirith Rhaw will now advance correctly.
SteamNazgul Logic Adjusted in Legendary WorldsaiNazgul logic has been adjusted to trigger victory at the start of its defeat sequence.
SteamGrimwood Lumber Camp Reset CooldowngameplayThe reset at the Grimwood Lumber Camp will now invoke an hour long cooldown on resetting the NPCs.
Steam - 18 eventsNew Instances and Raidsnew contentMilestone
Test your strength in three new instances and raids.
SteamGuild Leaders Housing Transfer Fixquality of lifeGuild leaders can transfer without selling their Kinship housing.
SteamValorous Potion of Morale Fixbug fixPotion can now be properly contained in a Healer's Carry-all.
SteamRiver Hobbits Animation Fixbug fixRiver hobbits will now grow and shrink properly during the Mushroom Hunt.
SteamLevel Cap Raised to 160gameplayMilestonePlayers can now advance from level 150 to 160, unlocking new powers and gear.
SteamOver 400 New Quests Addednew contentMilestoneExperience stories of betrayal and shifting alliances.
SteamCosmetic Pets Display Fixbug fixEvergreen Sickle-fly and Russet Corgi now appear correctly in the collections panel.
SteamUltimate Fan Bundle Featuresnew contentIncludes extra bank space, level-up packages, and unique items.
SteamCamel Animation Issuebug fixSome animations on the new Camel of the Golden Lion will be corrected in a future update.
SteamChests Spawn Fixbug fixChests at Lugazag and Tirith Rhaw will now spawn correctly after control shifts.
SteamTyrant Kill Requirement Restoredbug fixThe Tyrant at the lumber camp is once again required to flip the Lumber Camp.
SteamHarvestmath Festival Quest Fixbug fixWrapper quests can no longer be cancelled to ensure proper quest reception.
SteamFour New Regions to Explorenew contentMilestoneJourney through Adagîm, Kíghan, An Shêru, and Idagâl.
SteamHand-knell Volume AdjustmentaudioVolume reduced to align better with other musical instruments.
SteamThe Bane of Rhûn ArrivesgameplayMilestoneNew challenges on the Legendary Worlds of Angmar and Mordor.
SteamKingdoms of Harad Available for Pre-Purchasedlc releaseMilestoneThe Kingdoms of Harad stand at a crossroads with new quests and challenges.
SteamExpedition Supplies Availablenew contentIncludes various XP accelerators and crafting components.
Steam - 4 eventsRestoration of Burglar Trait 'On a Roll'gameplay
Restores a correction related to the Burglar Trait 'On a Roll' that was reverted in a previous update.
SteamReduced Nodule Spawns in Gârash Boss Fightbalance changeThe number of additional nodules that spawn during the Gârash boss fight has been reduced for Tier 3.
SteamIncreased Vitality on Amelia's Level 75 Faction Armourbalance changeVitality has been increased on Amelia's level 75 faction armour to make it more competitive with other sets.
SteamFixed Kinship Join Issue After Server Transferbug fixCorrected an issue where some characters were unable to join a kinship after server transfer.
Steam - 4 eventsFixed Jump Bug with Mounts in Snowbug fix
Corrected a bug that could cause characters to be unable to jump due to riding mounts in snow.
SteamChat Line Call-outs Localization Fixbug fixChat line call-outs for signature skills during the Veil of the Nine ringwraith event now display properly in French and German.
SteamBurglar Trait 'On a Roll' Cooldown Adjustmentbalance changeThe Burglar Trait: On a Roll will once again decrease the active cooldown on Double Down by additional time per rank.
SteamGrodris Respawn Time Adjustedbug fixGrodris, the Matron of the Wintersebb in the Isendeep Mine in The Ettenmoors, now properly respawns two hours after defeat.
Steam - 21 eventsLOTRO Store Prices Reducedstore
LOTRO Point prices for many housing decorations have been reduced to better correspond with barter pricing in Lalia's Market.
SteamBeorning, Brawler, and Lore-master Armour Requirements Fixedbug fixIncomparable armours from the Tower of Orthanc now correctly require completion of different bosses before they can be equipped.
SteamLalia's Market Barter Prices IncreasedshopBarter prices for certain housing decorations in Lalia's Market have been increased to better correspond to LOTRO Store pricing.
SteamFire & Frost Lore Debuff Changesbalance changeThe Fire & Frost Lore debuff applied by Lore-masters will no longer build hidden stacks on a target.
SteamMultiple Players Can No Longer Kick Same Cave-Clawbug fixIn the Farmers Faire quest Kick Out the Cave-claws, multiple players will no longer be able to kick the same cave-claw.
SteamMidsummer Festival Quest Changesquality of lifeYou will no longer be haunted by Gathering Guests (Weekly) when the Midsummer Festival is not in progress.
SteamDiscontinuation of Legacy ClientsystemThe legacy client has been discontinued; players will be prompted to select a new game client when launching the game.
SteamTower of Orthanc Instance Availablenew contentThe Tower of Orthanc instance becomes available to play at 1:00 PM Eastern on August 28th.
SteamBurglar's Gamble Chance Upgrade Fixbalance changeBurglar's gamble chance upgrade no longer implies it can affect the deprecated debuffing gamble.
SteamFrench Title Translations FixedlocalizationTranslations for the titles Farmer, Wanderer of the Free City, and Proud now display properly in French.
SteamMariner's Draigoch Armour Set Bonus Addednew contentMariner's Draigoch Armour of the Serpent's Bite now has a set bonus.
SteamBirds Discoverability Fixbug fixBirds can now be discovered properly in the Rohan Housing neighborhoods, the Cape of Belfalas, and North Ithilien.
SteamNew Level Cap for Angmar and MordorgameplayMilestoneThe level cap for Legendary Worlds of Angmar and Mordor has been increased to 75, including content from Isengard to the Great River.
SteamGerman Title Translations UpdatedlocalizationTranslations for the titles Sublime Stalwart, Dragon Slayer, and Adept of Shadows now display in German.
SteamTraditional Raid Lock Resets AdjustedchangesTraditional raid locks for certain instances will now reset three times per week on Monday, Thursday, and Saturday.
SteamLevel 75 Essences Available from Amelia's Barternew contentAmelia's barter now offers a set of level 75 essences.
SteamBeorning and Brawler Orthanc Sets Bonus Adjustmentsbalance changeBeorning and Brawler Orthanc sets now have two class-based bonuses, matching other classes' sets.
SteamBeorning Armour Set Correctionsnew contentBeorning armour sets of the Tower Smasher and Echoing Roar now have the correct equipment pieces associated with them.
SteamIncreased Drop Rates for White Eggs in Egg Scrambleseasonal eventThe drop rates of White Eggs have been slightly increased to aid in completing the Egg Scramble quest.
SteamFarmers Faire Quest Fixbug fixResolved an issue with the Farmers Faire quest Kick Out the Cave-claws that prevented looting if a second cave-claw was kicked too quickly.
Steam - 30 eventsLever Usage Restrictionsgameplay
Levers can only be used when out of combat and will open the doors.
SteamFlags Return to TowersgameplayFlags align with controlling faction and can only be used out of combat.
SteamFaction Buff RetentiongameplayFaction that defeats Grodris keeps the buff until opposition defeats her.
SteamRelics Not Dispelled Near Underseath ExitgameplayRelics are no longer dispelled when near Underseath exit.
SteamMaggot's Mushroom Hunt Requirement Reducedbalance changeNow requires 5 mushrooms rather than 8 to complete.
SteamNew Farmer's Faire Questingnew contentMilestoneA series of six quests plus a daily wrapper available only during the Farmers Faire.
SteamWhite Hand Bow-masters Removalbalance changeRemoved from forward camps and replaced with a less potent enemy.
SteamFarmers Faire Returnsseasonal eventThe 2025 Farmer's Faire begins on August 14th with new quests and cosmetic rewards.
SteamExtraordinary Wanderer's Tools Bonus Effect Fixedbalance changeNow properly gives their bonus rare item effect.
SteamBroadcast Alerts for Reward ChestsgameplayAlerts players and Monster Players when reward chests are available to claim.
SteamMonster Player Reward Track Adjustmentsbalance changeRevised quest values to make engagement more achievable.
SteamSpider Skin Overwriting Issue Fixedbug fixSets the name and appearance back to the original Luminescent Morgul Creeper.
SteamMazauk and Goldhead SkillsgameplayGained skills to deal with gates and appear as defenders based on tower control.
SteamEgg Scramble Victories Requirement Reducedbalance changeTier 2 now requires 10 rather than 20 quest completions.
SteamMagnificent Master's Resilient Leggings Stats Adjustedbalance changeAdjusted to differentiate from the Magnificent Master's Steadfast Leggings.
SteamFarmers Faire Token Adjustmentsbalance changeTokens for striped eggs reduced from 10 to 5; golden egg reduced from 50 to 20.
SteamMuch Drinking, Much Running Requirement Reducedbalance changeNow requires 2 successful bets per runner rather than 3.
SteamEttenmoors Dispel Effect Removedbug fixRemoved the errant effect on the improved version of the Motivating Speech.
SteamEgg Drop Rate Adjustmentsbalance changeDrop rates of White Eggs reduced; Bad Eggs greatly reduced; colored, spotted, and striped eggs increased; Golden Egg greatly increased.
SteamMonster Play Reward Track Titles Fixbug fixFixed an issue where titles were not bestowing correctly.
SteamErrant Title Fixbug fixAddressed the errant title on the reward box for the Nemesis of the Free title.
SteamDefeating Defenders Opens DoorsgameplayDefeating defenders on the bottom floor will also open the doors.
SteamMaggot's Mushrooms Victories Requirement Reducedbalance changeTier 2 now requires 10 rather than 20 quest completions.
SteamNew Doors in TowersgameplayDoors placed behind new defenders on the bottom floor of Tírith Rhaw and Lugazag.
Steam - 27 eventsPerseverance Trait Requirement Fixedbalance change
The trait Perseverance now correctly requires you to first trait 'Press Onward'.
SteamAligned Cauldrons No Longer Triggered by PlayersgameplayPlayers and Monster Players will no longer trigger aligned cauldrons at the towers of Lugazag and Tirith Rhaw.
SteamWell-placed Strike Benefits from Critical Magnitudebalance changeWell-placed Strike now benefits from Critical Magnitude bonuses.
SteamClever Retort Benefits from Fellowship Maneouvre Potencybalance changeClever Retort now correctly benefits from bonuses to Fellowship Maneouvre potency, including those from Burglar signals.
SteamBurglar's 'A Sure Thing' Damage Application Fixedbalance change'A Sure Thing' damage now correctly applies to your current target.
SteamProper Key Granting for Keep FlippinggameplayThe keys of Lugazag and Tirith Rhaw now grant properly when flipping a keep to your faction.
SteamGates No Longer Hold Players in CombatgameplayGates will no longer hold players in combat after being attacked at Tirith Rhaw and Lugazag.
SteamHunter's Kingsfoil Healing Fixedbalance changeKingsfoil Healing no longer incorrectly turns into Purge Poison when Bountiful Purge is traited.
SteamSplit Shot Benefits from Suppressing Stingsbalance changeSplit Shot now benefits from Suppressing Stings as intended.
SteamClever Retort's 'Malicious Wound' Benefits Fixedbalance changeClever Retort's 'Malicious Wound' now benefits from damage over time pulse bonuses.
SteamMariner's Disarming Strike Damage Type Fixedbalance changeDisarming Strike now correctly reduces Tactical Damage rather than Ranged Damage.
SteamCall to Greatness Resets Horn of Orome Cooldownbalance changeCall to Greatness now resets the cooldown of Horn of Orome for yellow line Hunters.
SteamRemoval of 15th Legendary Items Reward Track from 32-bit WorldschangesThe 15th Legendary Items Reward Track has been removed from the 32-bit game worlds to prevent progress issues before world closing.
SteamDistracting Shot Interaction with Volley Trait Fixedbalance changeDistracting Shot now correctly interacts with the Volley trait.
SteamForester Crafting Event Rewards Correctedbug fixThe Forester Crafting Event will now provide its correct reward.
SteamBirding Descriptions UpdatedgameplayThe Anduin Eagle and Helmed Mew now properly describe that they can be found in Anórien in addition to the Eastfold.
SteamExposed Throat Benefits from Critical Chance and Magnitudebalance changeExposed Throat now correctly benefits from single-target critical chance and magnitude bonuses.
SteamUnique Keys for Lugazag and Tirith Rhawnew contentKeys rewarded at Lugazag and Tirith Rhaw for capturing the location are now unique.
SteamTomes of Defence Added to Outpost Barterersnew contentTomes of Defence have been added to Outpost barterers for 175 Marta for both Free People and Monster Players.
SteamBurglar's 'Hiding in Plain Sight' Activation Fixedbug fixBurglar's 'Hiding in Plain Sight' now correctly activates 'Sneak' within the Ettenmoors.
SteamDeed 'The Rarest of Birds in Gondor and Mordor' Bestowal Fixedbug fixThe Deed 'The Rarest of Birds in Gondor and Mordor' now properly bestows.
SteamDecaying Reward Package from Tower ChestsgameplayRewards from chests at the Towers now provide a decaying reward package item to ensure loot respawn.
SteamStrength of the Earth Movement Requirement FixedgameplayStrength of the Earth now requires you to stop moving before using it.
SteamChests in Towers Lock for Other PlayersgameplayChests in the Towers that grant rewards will now lock so they can be used by other players.
SteamBird in the Hand and Handful of Bird Feed Baubles Display Fixedui uxThe Bird in the Hand and Handful of Bird Feed Baubles now properly display in the Collections Panel.
SteamCorrected Infamy/Glory Multiplier for Two-Player Groupsbalance changeAn errant multiplier for two-player groups in the Ettenmoors has been corrected to provide a 5% bonus instead of reducing Infamy/Glory to 5%.
SteamHealth Bonuses on Gates Stack Correctlybalance changeHealth bonuses on the gate now stack correctly and apply a lesser value.
Steam - 3 eventsExpansion of Birding with New Territoriesnew content
Birding expanded to nine new territories in Mordor and Gondor, with over 120 new birds to discover.
SteamEttenmoors Gameplay Update with Siege MechanicgameplayMilestoneSignificant updates to the Ettenmoors including a new Siege mechanic and rewards for controlling towers and outposts.
SteamMonster Player Reward Track Season 2new contentMilestoneDebut of Season 2 of the Monster Player Reward Track, allowing players to earn a new currency called Marta for rewards.
Steam - 10 eventsFixed flying animation issue for characters and petsbug fixSteamFixed reset issue for Weaponmaster Mâkhragab and Zidunâm encountersbug fix
Encounters could improperly reset if players wipe just as the boss is defeated.
SteamIti-mêlim can no longer use Terrifying Roar while stealthedgameplaySteamSerpent's Glare laser despawn and respawn adjustmentgameplayLaser will now despawn after 30 seconds and respawn when the boss uses the ability again.
SteamQuest completion issue resolved for Gundabad: Defending the Shielded Citadelbug fixSteamEasier fishing during West Rohan quest Edoras: The Last CastgameplayIt is now easier to catch the correct fish when next to Dúdrad.
SteamResolved issue causing twice-weekly restarts on game worldsbug fixNote that restarts will continue for now.
SteamWeaponmaster Mâkhragab no longer takes reduced damage during Whirling Deathbalance changeSteamReduced health of multiple bossesbalance changeHealth reduced for Weaponmaster Mâkhragab, Raghtâ Sai, Methân Sai, and Kâlach Hûl.
SteamOrdâkhai Trader Cache now binds to account as intendedquality of lifeUnbound Trader Caches will bind as soon as they enter your inventory.
Steam - 11 eventsAdjustments to Wights in Lalia's Safe Passagebalance change
Two wights removed and several moved back to ease difficulty.
SteamSeasonal Lootbox Rotationnew contentNew cosmetic items added to Adventurer's and Traveller's Steel-bound Lootboxes.
SteamKinship Housing Storage Issue Resolvedbug fixCorrected an issue with Kinship Escrow during character transfer and Premium House Storage losing items during house sale.
SteamBugfixes and Tuning Adjustments for Dun Shûmabug fixVarious bug fixes and tuning adjustments made for Dun Shûma encounters.
SteamAnniversary Event Wrapper Fixquality of lifeThe Anniversary Event wrapper can now be turned in after completing 7 quests, requiring quest reset.
SteamMiscellaneous Bug Fixesbug fixMultiple bug fixes including issues with item exchanges and NPC behavior.
SteamDun Shûma Available on Tier 3 Difficultynew contentDun Shûma, the King’s Fortress is now available on Tier 3 difficulty.
SteamFrench and German Translations UpdatedlocalizationTranslations for various objectives and items have been updated in French and German.
Steam14th Legendary Items Reward Track Introducednew contentNew rewards added to the 14th Legendary Items Reward Track.
SteamObjectives Adjusted for Clarity in A Gift for the NorthgameplayObjectives at the end of the quest have been adjusted for clarity.
Steam - 29 eventsMariner's Barad Guldur Helm-slot Item Name Correctedbug fix
The item name has been corrected from 'Shoulders' to 'Cowl.'
SteamGuldur Corpses Apply CorruptionsgameplayGuldur Corpses will now apply corruptions to nearby denizens of Sammath Gul when they die.
Steam2-Handed Axe Appearances Correctedbug fixNew cosmetic 2-handed axe appearances now correctly function and display as 2-handed weapons.
SteamKhablag's Stolen Strength Stacking Limit Setbalance changeKhablag's Stolen Strength can now only stack up to 12 times max.
SteamBundles in Lalia's Market Now Contain Expected Itemsbug fixSeveral bundles now contain their expected items and can be opened.
SteamNew Anniversary Event Missionsseasonal eventMilestoneSix new Missions available during the Anniversary Event, accessible via the Hooded Stranger in The Prancing Pony.
SteamIncreased Ideal Locations for 'Sparking an Interest' Questbalance changeThe number of ideal locations for the Anniversary quest has been increased.
SteamDemafaer Gains New Skillbalance changeDemafaer gains a powerful skill when empowered by the corruptions of defeated Guldur Corpses.
SteamInner Sanctum Boss Skills Reset Issue Fixedbug fixAfter resetting combat for Azagath, player skills should now properly reset.
SteamMission Wrappers Reset for Anniversary Eventquality of lifeMission wrappers 'On A Mission (Weekly)' and 'On A Continuing Mission (Weekly)' have been reset.
SteamFireworks Issue in 'Year 9 Tales: Gandalf' Quest Fixedbug fixFireworks now appear correctly in the quest.
SteamFrill Terrain Color Graphics Bug Fixedbug fixFixed a bug causing incorrectly colored frills when the Frill Terrain Color graphics option is enabled.
SteamCrown of Hamât Quest Visibility Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue where a Subuzuri was visible outside of the assault on Kûr An.
SteamUrchír's Death's Finger Damage Reducedbalance changeDamage dealt by Urchír's Death's Finger skill has been reduced by 66%.
SteamSummoned Orcs Attack Skills Updatedbug fixSummoned orcs from the Orc Tunnels in Delvings now correctly show their attack skills.
SteamInstance Currency Exchange Rates Updatedbalance changeSeveral instance currencies for level 150 can now be exchanged with one another at relevant Quartermasters.
SteamDX10 Dynamic Shadows Bug Fixedbug fixFixed a bug that caused DX10 Dynamic Shadows - Very High setting to always be in shadow.
SteamBurglar's Barad Guldur Set Bonus Fixedbalance changeThe set bonus now correctly reduces the cooldown of Coup de Grace as stated in its tooltip.
SteamDemafaer's Chest Loot UpdatedgameplayDemafaer's chest now contains an additional level 65 cloak.
SteamCorrected French Translations for Anniversary TitleslocalizationThe Luck-Stealer and Luck-Maker Anniversary titles now display the proper translations in French.
SteamTapestries and Displays Orientation Fixedbug fixTapestries and items in bundles now face the correct direction when placed on hooks.
SteamTravel Skills to Dun Shûma Addedbug fixTravel skills to Dun Shûma have been added to the Hamâti Quartermaster after completing the Crown of Hamât story arc.
SteamDurkâr's Earth Shock Wave Damage Increasedbalance changeDamage dealt by Durkâr's Earth Shock Wave has been increased approximately 5 times.
SteamCrown of Hamât Landmarks Visibility Issue Fixedbug fixFixed an issue with the new Crown of Hamât landmarks not appearing on maps after discovery.
SteamTravel to Premium House Skill Fixedbug fixFixed issues with the 'Travel to Premium House' skill and its destination updates.
SteamTypo in Instance Currency Description Fixedbug fixFixed a typo in the Sand-smoothed Burl instance currency description.
SteamDemafaer Gains Power from Corruptionsbalance changeDemafaer now gains power while their fell-shield is suppressed by the power of bones.
SteamLast Boss Behavior Issue Addressedbug fixAddressed an issue that could cause the last boss of the Utûg-bur raid to not behave correctly.
Steam - 6 events18th Anniversary Celebration Eventseasonal eventMilestone
The Anniversary Event begins on April 24th with new missions and rewards.
Steam18th Anniversary Giftbox Availablenew contentPlayers who received the 17th Anniversary Giftbox can now claim the 18th Anniversary Giftbox.
Steam18th Anniversary Event Beginsseasonal eventThe Anniversary Event starts on April 24th and runs until May 12th.
SteamUpdate 44: Crown of Hamât Releasednew contentMilestoneA new quest pack with 50 quests, 10 new missions, and a 6-player instance releasing in May.
SteamNew Rewards in Anniversary Eventnew contentNew rewards include various Baker's Delight items and Ceremonial weapons.
Steam64-bit Game Worlds IntroducedsystemNew 64-bit game worlds are now available with free transfers and new servers.
Steam - 13 eventsLore-master Aurochs Pet Interaction Fixbug fix
The aurochs pet should now interact correctly with all Lore-master traits and skills.
SteamGoblin Sappers Animation Fixbug fixGoblin Sappers in the Vales of Anduin no longer stay in an over the head pose after throwing their firepots.
SteamCombe Forester Event ReworkgameplayEvent now begins every hour on the hour with updated mechanics for collecting axes and refining wood.
SteamCrown of Hamât Quest Packnew contentMilestoneUnlocks 50 quests and deeds, 10 new missions, and a new 6-player instance for level 150 characters.
SteamNew Anniversary Rewardsnew contentIncludes various items such as the Tome of the Baker's Delight and Steed of Baker's Delight.
SteamThorin's Hall Hard Tack Event UpdategameplayNow provides an uncooked version of the Dish, Brew, and Snack before using the ovens.
SteamInstance Difficulty AdjustmentperformanceSetting an instance to Duo will now be based on Solo difficulty and rewards rather than 3-person values.
SteamIntroduction of Homesteading Coinsquality of lifeMilestoneNew currency for Premium Housing purchases, replacing Premium Housing Writs.
SteamVisual Effect Fix in Temple of Utûg-burbug fixAn effect appearing on players that should not have been visible is now hidden.
SteamLegendary Mirkwood Endgame Content Updatebalance changeMilestoneBase Health and Damage increased for most monsters in level 65 endgame instances.
SteamConsuming Fire Damage Reductionbalance changeDamage has been reduced by 20% and activation delay increased.
SteamCharacter Select Screen Updateui uxNew track celebrating the game's musical journey added to the Character Select screen.
SteamGuardian Retaliation Skill Updatebalance changeExtra verbiage added to clarify that Retaliation cannot be used while specialized in 'The Keen Blade.'
Steam - 7 eventsTemple of Utug-bûr Boss Fight Adjustmentsbalance change
Alterations made to Boss Fight 2 in Wing 3 Inner Sanctum.
SteamPets Follow in Encounters on Orcrist Serverbug fixPets summoned in encounters will once again be able to follow you when you leave the encounter.
SteamStable-master Travel Route Updatequality of lifeThe Stable-master travel route to the Ettenmoors will no longer appear when the Ettenmoors has reached its Free Player population cap.
SteamArea Effect Damage Skills Updatedbalance changeSkills not splitting the damage correctly on area effect damage have been updated to share the damage with those in the radius of the attack.
SteamNodule Explosive Range and Damage Changesbalance changeThe explosive range on nodules was reduced by half, explosive damage increased by ~120%, daze effect replaced with shorter duration stun, and frequency of nodule summoning reduced.
SteamGround Effects Dissipation on Fight Resetbug fixGround effects in both the Kulkorth and Maluchon encounters will now dissipate when the fight is reset.
Steam - 11 eventsUpdated French Translations for Light Damagelocalization
Translations for Light damage in French have been updated.
SteamOrkish Fury Effect Changebalance changeOrkish Fury will now fall off out of combat so that it does not impact enemies in rooms outside of the first boss encounter.
SteamVortexes Target Change BehavioraiVortexes should now change targets when attempting to damage players with their ranged damage skills.
SteamDancing Shadow Blades Damage Reductionbalance changeDancing Shadow Blades damage has been reduced considerably and will only occur on T3.
SteamAzagath's Target Effects ClarifiedgameplayAzagath's Mettle, Will, and Malice target effects now clearly state which Azagath skill they make you susceptible to.
SteamAzagath Aggro Reset Issue Resolvedbug fixDuring the first boss fight there was a chance, if the tank was slain, that Azagath would drop aggro and reset the fight. This has been addressed.
SteamNodules Damage and Effects Adjustedbalance changeNodules no longer create new blisters; explode for high shadow damage, dazin/rooting/fearing targets, and add a tier of True Despair.
SteamGarash Skill Changesbalance changeMilestoneGarash no longer inducts when using weaken resolve; uses weaken resolve every 2 seconds if his aggro target is not close; induction on Purge the Hopeless reduced to 3s; checks for Gandalf’s protection.
SteamFixed Tooltip Error for Bound by Shadowbug fixFixed a tooltip error with Bound by Shadow top tier effects. These now reflect the chance to harm yourself on skill plays.
SteamTask Collections Box Functionality RestoredgameplayThe Task Collections Box at Rakhatâb, Cape of Umbar, can once again be used to turn in tasks bestowed by the Task Board next to it.
Steam - 17 eventsTranslations for Book 3 Chapters fixed in Frenchlocalization
Translations in 'Book 3, Chapter 2: The Body and the Bush' and 'Book 3, Chapter 10: Spectre of the Grey Fear' now display properly in French.
SteamAdventurer's Steel-bound Lootbox gear scalingbalance changeNewly-acquired gear for level 150 characters will now scale to item level 526 - 528.
SteamQuest completion issue fixed in 'The Doom of Sarch Vorn'bug fixAn issue corrected where talking to Goldberry while in Duo could prevent the second player from finishing the quest.
SteamUpdated descriptions for Fold-Warbler and Methedras Nightingalequality of lifeDescriptions updated to correctly detail they can be found in both Dunland and the Westfold territories.
SteamVendor sellability descriptions updatedquality of lifeDescriptions for Spiced Goat Shank and Forged Umbari Cutlass changed to show they cannot be sold to vendors.
SteamLothlorien quests updated for sequential directiongameplaySongs for the Saplings and Singing to Saplings will now direct players to one tree at a time with locations appearing on the map.
SteamSea-faring Adventurer's Vivid Essence Boxesnew contentNow available for barter with the Adventurer's Quartermaster and can drop from Adventurer's Steel-bound Lootboxes.
SteamQuest warning added for GorwengameplayA warning has been added to speak with Gorwen before exiting Luilloth's chamber in the narrative quest 'The Doom of Sarch Vorn.'
SteamFrill lighting flicker bug fixedbug fixFixed a bug that caused frill lighting to flicker with camera movement when Per-Pixel Attenuation is enabled.
SteamSinging to Saplings quest drop rate increasedgameplayThe drop rate of Malbrethil-seeds from defeated shrews has been increased to one hundred percent.
SteamTooltip translations for light damage updatedlocalizationTranslations for 'light damage' on tooltips has been updated.
SteamHigh Elf-Origin and Stout-Axe character lore display fixed in FrenchlocalizationLore now displays properly in French.
SteamDaze visual effects issue fixedbug fixApplying a new Daze to an already Dazed target will no longer remove the Daze visual effects.
SteamDunland repeatable instance re-workedgameplayGlinting in Forgotten Pools has been re-worked so that each named monster has a chance to spawn before fishing begins.
SteamShield of Blood skill bug fixedbug fixThe temporary skill Shield of Blood will no longer remove your Gifted Strength buff when used.
SteamTier 15 cooking recipe renamedgameplayThe Tier 15 cooking recipe for Smoked Vegetable Stock has been renamed to Shagâni Vegetable Stock.
Steam - 38 eventsReinstated Original Deed Logquality of life
The original Deed Log has been reinstated while a crashing issue is being corrected.
SteamAdjusted Hairline for High Elf Female HairstylesvisualsLowered the hairline on hairstyles 2, 3, 4 and 7 for High Elf females.
SteamCorrected Utug-bûr Chest Soft Locksbug fixMinor issues with Utug-bûr chest soft locks have been corrected.
SteamUpdated French Translation for Chest of a Thardúth LordlocalizationThe translation for 'Chest of a Thardúth Lord' has been updated to 'Coffre d'un seigneur Tharduth'.
SteamChampion Fury of Blades Damage Correctionbalance changeFury of Blades' second hit damage was corrected to add +5% to the pre-patch value.
SteamAdjusted Decoration in Temple of Utug-bûr RaidvisualsSome decoration in the Temple of Utug-bûr raid has been adjusted to reduce visual artifacts.
SteamConsume to Emptiness Efficiency Fixbug fixConsume to Emptiness should now more efficiently and correctly consume blisters in all tiers.
SteamTemple of Utug-bûr Tier 2 and 3 Opening Datesseasonal eventTemple of Utug-bûr Tier 2 opens on March 20th and Tier 3 on March 27th.
SteamRemoved 'DNT' from Utug-bûr Moonstone Jewelry Tooltipbug fixA 'DNT' has been removed from the Utug-bûr moonstone jewelry 2-set bonus tooltip.
SteamAzagath's Poison Spike Skill Fixbug fixAzagath's Poison Spike skill no longer incorrectly applies to the source of its spread.
SteamMonster Attack Arc Adjustmentbalance changeMost default frontal attacks made by monsters now have a 120 degree arc instead of 180 degrees.
SteamShred Hope Skill Effect Correctionbug fixThe skill effect Shred Hope now correctly applies a 100% chance for skills to consume Morale on use.
SteamUpdated Tooltips for Azagath's Shade Effectsui uxUpdated tooltips for Azagath's Shade's effects which unlock bonus skill attacks.
SteamFixed Rare Azagath Stuck Issuebug fixAddressed a rare chance for Azagath to become stuck in drama during the first stage of his fight.
SteamFixed Summon Aspects Display Issuebug fixFixed an issue where the display for Summon Aspects was not appearing correctly on Azagath.
SteamRumók the Blood-spiller Respawn Healing Fixbug fixRumók the Blood-spiller will now heal to full when respawning.
SteamUpdated German Translation for Abandon ButtonlocalizationUpdated translation of the 'Abandon' button on Common housing to 'Verlassen'.
SteamUpdated Tooltip for Shred Hope Effectui uxUpdated the tooltip on the final tier of the Shred Hope effect to indicate that movement is disabled.
SteamFixed Raid Wipe Reset Issuebug fixFixed an issue preventing full reset on a raid wipe between Khablag defeat and Legolas climbing onto the altar.
SteamWill-breaker Quality Updatebalance changeWill-breaker was updated from legendary quality to incomparable quality.
SteamFixed Elf Female Lore-master Animation Issuesbug fixAnimation issues for Elf female Lore-master sheathing have been fixed.
SteamParticle Effects Rendering FixvisualsSeveral key particle effects will now render even if 'Dynamic Particle Rendering' is set to 'None.'
SteamFixed Inaccessible Doors in Thorin's Hallbug fixDoors in Thorin's Hall that were previously inaccessible now function again.
SteamMinstrel Legend of the Hammerhand Healing Fixbug fixLegend of the Hammerhand bubbles now heal allies correctly upon expiration.
SteamFixed Instrument Animation Issuesbug fixFixed issues affecting female Elf, High Elf, and Race of Man instrument animations.
SteamReduced Stiffness for Elf and High Elf Male Run Animationbalance changeStiffness for Elf and High Elf male run animation has been reduced.
SteamFixed Final Boss Reset Issuebug fixFixed an issue where the final boss reset was breaking unexpectedly.
SteamMaluchon Encounter Reset Improvementbug fixReworked reset during Maluchon encounter to ensure proper cleanup if the group wipes.
SteamFixed Utûgi Battle Entry Issuebug fixFixed an issue preventing Utûgi from entering the battle in the Kormoltur fight after a reset.
SteamMariner Skills Generate More Aft-ward Pipsbalance changeSkills Riposte, Step Back, Feint, and Dodge now generate more aft-ward pips.
SteamBound by Shadow Skill Effect Correctionbug fixThe skill effect Bound by Shadow now correctly applies a 10% chance for skills to consume Morale on use.
SteamAdded Visual Effects for Festering PoisonvisualsAdded visual effects to the festering poison effect to indicate impending explosion.
SteamLore-master Savannah Pride-keeper Skill Fixbug fixThe new skill to summon a Savannah Pride-keeper should now work correctly.
SteamFixed Ordâkhai Sorcerers Shadow Skill Animationbug fixOrdâkhai Sorcerers in the Well of Forgetting no longer attempt to use a shadow skill for which they do not have appropriate animations.
SteamKulkorth Ability Usage Reliabilitybug fixKulkorth will now use his key abilities more reliably.
SteamTemple Hero's Spoils Reward Binding Fixbalance changeTemple Hero's Spoils reward is now correctly bound to account.
Steam - 25 eventsSagush and Thahar improved ranged skill usageai
Now more reliably using their ranged skills without trying to move toward their targets.
SteamFixed premature healing of Legolasbug fixAn issue causing Legolas to be prematurely healed fully has been corrected.
SteamGandalf's skill applies to all players in raid spacegameplaySteamSagush and Thahar mitigation-reducing skills consistency improvedgameplayNow apply more consistently and no longer tier down.
SteamFixed errant second damaging hit from Thresh the Chaffbug fixSteamWhisper of Blood protection applies to petsgameplaySteamAzagath's Aspects improved ranged skill usageaiAspects should more readily use their ranged skills without leaving their current target.
SteamHobby Master and Birding Guide updatedbug fixWill now properly list new regions to discover birds in.
SteamSpring Festival 2025 announcedseasonal eventMilestoneSpring Festival begins March 13th and runs through April 1st with new rewards including cosmetics and a goat steed.
SteamGlorfindel's skill now removed on elf-stone shattergameplaySteamAdjusted visual effects cue on Legolas' elf-stone shardsvisualsMade more distinct from Glorfindel and Gandalf's skills.
SteamSummoned elements should remove themselves on resetsgameplayOn resets, summoned nodules, blisters, vortices, and storms should more readily remove themselves from the battle.
SteamKnown issue with Wing 3 second boss fight resetbug fixCan sometimes cause the final boss to appear too early, but the raid can still be completed.
SteamGandalf's skill correctly removed by Garash's skill purgegameplaySteamVortexes and Storms improved skill usagegameplayShould now more accurately use their skills and deal damage without needing to enter combat.
SteamFixed client crash related to Deed accelerationbug fixSteamIncreased skill targets for Middle Earth! and Glorfindel's AidgameplayTargets have been increased from 3 to 8 for Middle Earth! skill and Glorfindel's Aid targets have been increased.
SteamFixed eternal teleport condition in Wing 3 final stagebug fixSteamLonger retreat period added in second encountergameplayUpdated the instance to allow for players to retreat from combat over a longer period of time.
SteamAzagath now displays Reducing Incoming Damage effectgameplaySteam3 and 6 person instances now reset skills after boss wipegameplayInstances include Corsairs of Umbar, The Isle of Storms, Depths of Mâkhda Khorbo, and others.
SteamUpdated visuals in Temple of Utug-bur second boss encountervisualsVisuals updated and text warning time adjusted.
SteamLegolas' healing phase objective update fixgameplayLegolas' second healing phase objective will now properly update and complete.
SteamBirding rewards adjusted in Khud Zagin territorygameplayBirding will no longer produce any rewards in the Khud Zagin territory.
SteamSorcerers and sages can now remain at rangegameplayThe assault encounter now correctly allows sorcerers and sages to remain at range for many of their skills.
Steam - 11 eventsLaunch of the 13th Legendary Items Reward Tracknew contentMilestone
The 13th Season of the Legendary Items Reward Track begins, featuring various rewards and an increased level cap.
SteamFix for wolf behavior in Weather Hillsbug fixWolves in the Weather Hills will no longer stand around in large groups.
SteamRelease of Tier 1 of the new raid 'Temple of Utug-bûr'new contentMilestoneTier 1 of the new raid 'Temple of Utug-bûr' is now available for players level 150 with the 'Legacy of Morgoth' expansion.
SteamForester Event axe consumption fixbug fixUpdated the Forester Event to correctly consume the axe collected for the quest.
SteamVisual update to the Deed Logui uxThe Deed Log has received a significant visual update, now featuring a tree format and a basic search function.
SteamRare monsters respawn timing adjustmentbug fixRare monsters inside Sarnur will now respawn one hour after being defeated.
SteamQuest direction updates for various questsbug fixUpdated directions for several quests to improve clarity and flow.
SteamNew heritage options for Race of Man charactersnew contentThree new heritage options are available: Harad/Ordâkh, Rhûn, and Umbar.
SteamClass skill adjustments for Brawlers, Burglars, Captains, and Marinersbalance changeVarious class skills have been adjusted for better performance and balance.
SteamPremium homes refund policy for character transfersquality of lifePremium homes will return 100% of their writ cost when sold during the free transfer period.
SteamIntroduction of Birding with over 100 new birdsnew contentMilestoneBirding has been updated with more than 100 new birds and nine new territories to explore.
Steam - 1 eventReturn of the Ill Omens Eventseasonal eventMilestone
The Ill Omens event returns with new level cap 150 Portents, starting January 30th.
Steam - 15 eventsAdjusted Lothlorien Item Costsbalance change
Most Lothlorien items now cost 20-50% fewer Silver Branches and Gold Leaves.
SteamFixed Favoured Standing Checkpoint Issuebug fixFavoured Standing bonuses will now be saved between client sessions.
SteamFixed Issues with Nirgambâr and Tûl Zakana Instancesbug fixFixed various issues affecting gameplay in these instances.
SteamAdjusted Health and Stats of Various Enemiesbalance changeHealth and stats of several enemies in instances have been adjusted for balance.
SteamFixed Clipping Issues with Rohirrim Patron's Coffer Steedbug fixSteamFixed Zholuga Encounter Issuesbug fixFixed several problems affecting the Zholuga encounter mechanics.
SteamIncreased Character Slots for VIP and Premium Accountsquality of lifeVIP accounts can now have 12 character slots (up from 7), and Premium accounts can have 10 slots (up from 5).
SteamAdjusted Lothlorien Reputation Item Levelsbalance changeMany items adjusted down to item levels 59-60 with appropriate stat budgets.
SteamReduced Damage and Frequency of Various Skillsbalance changeAdjusted damage and cooldowns for several skills in encounters.
SteamFixed Personal Skirmish Trait Bonus Applicationbug fixSteamFixed Moria Stable-Masters Display Issuesbug fixNewly added stable-masters in Moria now appear on Radar and Maps.
SteamNew Mushroom Hunter Cosmetic Itemsnew contentAdventurer's and Traveller's Steel-bound lootboxes now contain new 'Mushroom Hunter' cosmetic items.
SteamFixed Issues with Dark Delvings Enemiesbug fixFixed several issues with class-based debuff tooltips and phase buffs.
SteamAdjusted Champion's Armour of the Axe-handlerbalance changeNow correctly states it reduces the cooldown of Adamant.
SteamCorrected Typo in Favoured Standing Descriptionbug fixSteam