The long awaited 1.3.1 patch is here!  This is the first step in Mythic's plan to update and re-design the City Invasion process.  This patch also paves the way for the next Live Event, The Wild Hunt (beginning Aug. 31st).

Now, it's easier than ever to siege your enemy's capital city (or defend your own!). Game Update 1.3.1 also brings with it many other changes and improvements that will make it even easier to jump right into the fray, including expanded Keeps (two ramps to the Lord room), revised Keep and Battlefield Objective statuses that updates on the fly, Summoning Stones, and much more!

Check out the 1.3.1 patch notes here, or read the full announcement after the jump!

Greetings!

Tomorrow we will be bringing you the highly anticipated Game Update 1.3.1, and along with it the long awaited changes to capital city sieges. Now, it's easier than ever to siege your enemy's capital city (or defend your own!). Game Update 1.3.1 also brings with it many other changes and improvements that will make it even easier to jump right into the fray, including expanded Keeps (two ramps to the Lord room), revised Keep and Battlefield Objective statuses that updates on the fly, Summoning Stones, and much more! This patch also heralds the start of The Wild Hunt Live Event, WAR's most epic Live Event yet, which begins on August 31st!

1.3.1 will be going live on Tuesday, August 18th. All North American servers will be brought down at 8:00 AM EDT with Oceanic servers to follow at 9:00 AM EDT. We expect all North American servers to be back up and running by 12:00 PM EDT, and Oceanic by 1:00 PM EDT.

As always stay tuned to the Herald for the latest news and updates and continue reading for the 1.3.1 Patch Note highlights, complete with a link to the full patch notes at the bottom...WAAAGH!!!

City Invasion Improvements

The day of invasion is at hand!  Capital city invasions are more exciting than ever, with a simplified and accessible new flow of invasion states, interface improvements, Public Quest upgrades, and more!  See the 1.3.1 patch notes for full details on these changes.

 Expanded Keeps

All Keeps have been expanded!  There are now two ramps up to the Lord room for attackers and defenders alike to watch and utilize for flank attacks on their enemies.

Check out the Keep Redesign Dev Diary article for an in-depth look at the newly redesigned Keeps!

Live Keep and Battlefield Objective Status

Our scouts will now mark your map with new icons displaying more precise statuses of Keeps and Battlefield Objectives.  One glance at the map will be all you need to get an understanding of how the war is progressing across the entire region.  See the 1.3.1 patch notes for full details on this useful new enhancement.

 The Wild Hunt

Our next exciting Live Event begins on August 31st! Stalk Sacred Stags, or seek the fabled White Stag. Collect animal pelts to appease the Elven God of the Hunt. Battle enemy players to control the Vale Vines, and gain entry to the Hunter's Vale—where the mighty Spirit of Kurnous waits to test the mettle of would-be master hunters. Complete the rites of the hunt, solve the riddle of the runes, and challenge the God of the Hunt himself.

Check out The Wild Hunt Live Event page and Grab Bag for more details!

Summoning Stones

Player-crafted Summoning Stones allow groups to rapidly assemble for battle even when the party members are spread out over long distances. See the 1.3.1 patch notes for additional details on this valuable new tool in your arsenal.

Animation System Improvements

We have made further improvements to overall performance and stability, highlighted by substantial performance improvements in the game’s animation system.

General Fixes and Improvements

And much, much more including a healthy dose of career bug fixes, item and crafting improvements, and even more UI updates.

Whether it's the city siege improvements, the redesigned Keeps, The Wild Hunt, or any of the other exciting changes that Game Update 1.3.1 brings, this is one update that's sure to fuel the fires of battle! To read all of the details, click here for the full patch notes!