PRESS RELEASES
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Valhalla and Yggdrasil Join Forces During MU ONLINE Server Consolidation
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December 17, 2013 – WEBZEN, a global leader in next-generation free-to-play games, announces a server consolidation for the full 3D MMORPG, MU ONLINE. To create a more exciting and balanced environment for all players to enjoy, the VALHALLA and YGGDRASIL servers will merge to create one unified server. The game’s other two servers, HELHEIM and MIDGARD, will remain the same. This consolidation will take place on January 15, 2014* during Regular Scheduled Maintenance, Global Server Time (*Schedule is subject to change. Exact times will be announced soon).
For the first time ever, VALHALLA and YGGDRASIL will join forces in the legendary continent of MU. In January, both servers will merge into one server for MU ONLINE. Characters that have accessed the game from the merging servers after August 1, 2013 will be transferred automatically. All data for these players (including character, item and quest information) will be maintained. For those who have not logged in after August 1, 2013, only the data from the server which contains the highest level character will be transferred and all other information will no longer be available.
After the server consolidation for MU ONLINE takes place, all information from players’ Gens, Guilds, Friend Lists, Letter Boxes and Windows Lists will be cleared. Users are encouraged to keep record of these details before VALHALLA and YGGDRASIL are merged. If two characters from either server share the same name, both names will be changed automatically. After server consolidation is complete, character names can be altered on the Character Selection screen. In addition, all Event Map information (Devil’s Square, Blood Castle, Chaos Castle, Temple of the Welcoming, etc.) for the combined servers will be reset.
The last Arka War for VALHALLA and YGGDRASIL before sever consolidation is scheduled for December 21, 2013 (GST). The last Castle Siege will take place on December 22, 2013 (GST). These events will be temporarily unavailable after these dates and will resume in January. All activity for both Arka War and Castle Siege will be reset at that time. (Exact dates and times will be announced soon).
Additional details on the upcoming server merge will be available on the MU ONLINE game page: http://muonline.webzen.com/
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December 19 2013
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C9 Announces FOURTH EXPANSION and Releases RAHKDAN’S COUNTERATTACK
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November 26, 2013 (San Jose, Calif.) – WEBZEN, a global leader in next-generation free-to-play games, announces the FOURTH EXPANSION for the dungeon-based MMORPG, CONTINENT OF THE NINTH SEAL (C9), with the release of RAHKDAN’S COUNTERATTACK. This new update will be available to all players starting tomorrow, November 27, 2013, after regular scheduled maintenance (Global Server Time). RAHKDAN’S COUNTERATTACK marks the first part of the game’s massive three-part content update, which will also include the upcoming announcement of a brand new basic class.
Tomorrow’s new patch, RAHKDAN’S COUNTERATTACK, features a server-wide character rebalance, making CONTINENT OF THE NINTH SEAL more thrilling and challenging than ever before. The skill damage for most classes will be updated, as well as the monster difficulty. New quest lines will be added to Okapia and Sarad (the Fourth and Fifth Continents), presenting all players with new missions to complete. In addition, new Epic Items will be dropped from the Second through Sixth Continents.
The FOURTH EXPANSION for C9 will continue with two more installments in the months to come. This includes the long-awaited announcement of a brand new basic class (as well as the addition of a new advanced class), new levels for the Sixth Continent of Raebin and other exciting content. The next two parts of the FOURTH EXPANSION will also include an item giveaway and a new in-game event that rewards players with prizes for participating in an intrusion. Exact dates and details will be announced soon.
Check out the trailer for RAHKDAN’S COUNTERATTACK by visiting http://youtu.be/Jx-AF25qa6o. Further details on CONTINENT OF THE NINTH SEAL and the FOURTH EXPANSION can be found at http://c9.webzen.com/events/the-4th-expansion
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November 27 2013
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WEBZEN Launches New MMORPG ARCHLORD 2 in Korea
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October 18, 2013 (Seoul, Korea) – WEBZEN, a global leader in next-generation free-to-play games, has just launched the long-awaited MMORPG, ARCHLORD 2 in Korea!
ARCHLORD 2 is a medieval fantasy-based MMORPG, featuring vibrant in-game graphics and a mesmerizing soundtrack performed by Cris Velasco, the multi-award winning composer for more than 40 video games, including God of War and Borderlands.
One of the most appealing features of ARCHLORD 2 is the RvR (Realm vs. Realm) Battles, which span across more than 40 massive battlefields. The Humans of Aimhigh, the Realm of Light, and the Orcs of Demolition, the Realm of Darkness, battle for the ultimate prize – to become the Archlord, the game world’s supreme ruler. Each race has its own unique specialties. New content and additional races will be released in future expansions.
WEBZEN plans to launch ARCHLORD 2 in Europe and North America/South America in 2014. Further details on the launch schedule will be officially announced in the near future.
Until then, ARCHLORD 2 is available in Korea through the official Web site (http://archlord2.webzen.co.kr/) and mobile page (m.archlord2.webzen.co.kr).
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November 06 2013
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C9 Releases Bardiel and Second Raid for The Extreme Dungeon
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September 25, 2013 (San Jose, Calif.) – WEBZEN, a global leader in next-generation free-to-play games, launches the long-awaited second raid for The Extreme Dungeon: Bardiel Seal in the 3D Fantasy-Action MMORPG, CONTINENT OF THE NINTH SEAL (C9).
A few months ago, C9 players were tasked with defeating three raid bosses in the Extreme Dungeon – Creios, Molleck and the Rebecca Twins. Starting today after regular scheduled maintenance, players will face their most challenging conquest to date – battling Bardiel, the God of Fire, and re-sealing him in his fiery prison.
ABOUT BARDIEL
Ancient myth describes a powerful being of pure destruction. Worshipped as a god by some and feared as a demon by others, all knew him as Bardiel, the God of Fire. Wielding immeasurable power, he brought chaos and fire wherever he went. Arguably the most powerful god any adventurer has ever encountered, Bardiel can easily turn his challengers to cinders and withstands brutal attacks with ease. Since he is a god, he cannot be destroyed, leaving Sarad’s reinforcements no choice but to seal him through mystical means if they wish to save Glenheim.
THE EXTREME DUNGEON: BARDIEL SEAL is located on Sarad, the Fifth Continent of Glenheim. A full party of 4 players is highly recommended to challenge the God of Fire. The Extreme Dungeon can only be accessed by characters that are Level 62 and above. Those who are strong enough to defeat Bardiel will have a chance to acquire mythical accessories that unlock additional powers when the entire set is complete. Players who collect the Sealed Book of Flames can obtain the most powerful armor in C9 – the Jin Armor.
ABOUT THE EXTREME DUNGEON: BARDIEL SEAL
The story of the Bardiel Seal continues from the Holy City of Basilus, the last stage in the Fifth Continent. During the Genesis War, the Goddess Akene defeated Bardiel, and banished him to the depths of Sarad. To secure his imprisonment, the Earth Dragon Molk bestowed his Fang and Claw to the Harcs and ordered them to protect the dungeon (Bardiel Seal). Thousands of years later, the Fang was destroyed, leaving only a tiny shard, which ended up in the hands of the evil Nefer. With the help of his minions, Nefer was able to use the Chipped Fang to release Bardiel from his prison. It is now up to Sarad's might reinforcements to re-seal the dungeon and stop Nefer, before it’s too late.
ABOUT CONTINENT OF THE NINTH SEAL
CONTINENT OF THE NINTH SEAL (C9) takes players to the fantasy world of Glenheim, in which they fight against evil forces and gigantic monsters. Utilizing extremely powerful melee, ranged and magical skills, players will fight swarms of evil, demonic forces using FPS style controls in a huge, dungeon-based 3D world. Information on C9 can be found at http://c9.webzen.com/ and on the gPotato portals (http://c9.gPotato.com and http://c9.gpotato.eu).
ABOUT WEBZEN
Founded in Seoul, South Korea, in 2000, WEBZEN Inc. (KOSDAQ) is a leading global developer & publisher of online/mobile games. WEBZEN is continuing its tradition of pioneering the full 3D MMORPG MU Online with Archlord, Continent of the Ninth Seal (C9), the Metin series and an array of exciting game titles slated for release in the global game market.
WEBZEN has expanded its service to Europe, North and South America and other countries by operating the gPotato portals which have over 23 million registered users. WEBZEN is currently working on the upcoming release of the MMORPG Archlord 2, MU 2, the mobile game MU The Genesis and many other games under development. Further information on WEBZEN and its games can be found at WEBZEN.com.
Screenshots of The Extreme Dungeon: Bardiel Seal are available for download at: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/rumbxq8l5cmsqfe/TfZrt6heWn
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September 27 2013
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CONTINENT OF THE NINTH SEAL (C9) Reveals SIXTH CONTINENT OF RAEBIN
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August 14, 2013 (San Jose, Calif.) – WEBZEN, a global leader in next-generation free-to-play games, continues the third expansion for the dungeon-based MMORPG, CONTINENT OF THE NINTH SEAL (C9), by releasing the SIXTH CONTINENT OF RAEBIN. Last month, C9 unleashed a new advanced class for the Shaman – the powerful, orb-wielding DEMONISHER. Starting August 21, 2013 (Global Server Time), players will have a chance to battle the monsters who have invaded RAEBIN, the thrilling new sixth continent of Glenheim. In addition, WEBZEN will also host a massive competition for a brand new Eurocom M3 Gaming Super-Notebook.
The action continues for CONTINENT OF THE NINTH SEAL! The evil Nefer and his army have invaded the Guardian’s Tower in the SIXTH CONTINENT OF RAEBIN to find Tertis’ Heart, a special power protected by the water dragon, Artesia. To save Glenheim from destruction, C9 players must battle their way through each level of the tower, while fighting off attacks from Nefer’s powerful forces. The Guardian’s Tower features 20 levels and three major dungeons. The first dungeon will be available on August 21, 2013 (GST). The game’s upcoming expansion also features an increased level cap of 65 and a new class of Epic items, which have the potential to overpower other items in the game.
To celebrate the release of the SIXTH CONTINENT OF RAEBIN, WEBZEN is teaming up with EUROCOM to host a massive monster-hunting competition. After defeating one of the game’s event monsters, C9 players will be rewarded with a chest of items which will contain random items and a special Eurocom coupon. The player with the most coupons by the end of the competition will win a brand new M3 Gaming Super-Notebook, featuring discrete video and extreme processors.
THE STORY
Seventy years after the Genesis War, Artesia and the remaining dragons joined forces to seal Tertis (a dragon created by Akene for battle), who went out of control after succumbing to his own power and years of solitude. Each of the six dragons took one of the seals back to their nests in order to protect them. The water dragon, Artesia, grew worried that she would also succumb to her loneliness one day, so she decided to seal her power in the Endor spring on the Sixth Continent of Raebin. She concealed her power, Tertis’ Heart, in a tall tower and placed guardians on each level. For a short time, peace was restored in Raebin. However, the Sixth Continent was eventually invaded by the allied forces of Heike and Nefer. The Endor spring was captured by Heike and the Guardians’ Tower was raided by Nefer, who coveted the heart of Tertis. The mighty guardians were helpless against Nefer, who had already collected four emblems of Tertis. Nefer placed his underlings on each level of the tower, ensuring that no one would stop him as he ascended to the top, where the heart of Tertis lies.
Check out the trailer for the SIXTH CONTINENT OF RAEBIN: http://youtu.be/IDmhug1SbLY. Information on C9 and the new expansion can be found at http://c9.webzen.com/events/the-third-expansion and on the gPotato portals (http://c9.gPotato.com and http://c9.gpotato.eu).
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August 16 2013
