On July 10th and 11th (PDT), veteran community member, streamer and racer, Havoc616, will once again host the Havoc Blitz Event! Like the last Blitz, players will compete for points in a Private Ultimatum League. The winners will share in a cash prize pool as well as microtransactions provided by us.



Changes

• No qualification process: Simply click on a Private League invite link to join.
  
• New Class Ladder: Microtransaction rewards have been provided in addition to the Overall Rank based Prize Pool.
  
• Level Points in Boss Races: Additional points in Boss Races provides ladder progression for characters that have died, those that could not finish the race objective and those that cannot stream.
  
• More Meme Races!

Schedule
Note: these are displayed in your local time.
Day 1 Start: 10th of July 8AM PDT (Countdown is available {LINK REMOVED}here)
Day 2 Start: 11th of July 8AM PDT (Countdown is available {LINK REMOVED}here)

Prize Pool:
Total Prize Pool: $2000 (USD)
Final Standings Prize Pool Split:

• 1st: 25% ($500)
  
• 2nd: 23% ($450)
  
• 3rd: 20% ($400)
  
• 4th: 18%
  ($350)
  
• 5th: 15% ($300)

Class Standings Microtransactions Prize Pool:
Class Rank:

• 1st: {LINK REMOVED}Stygian Hood & 12 {LINK REMOVED}Apollyon Mystery Boxes
  
• 2nd: {LINK REMOVED}Stygian Hood & 8 {LINK REMOVED}Apollyon Mystery Boxes
  
• 3rd: {LINK REMOVED}Stygian Hood & 5 {LINK REMOVED}Apollyon Mystery Boxes
  
• 4th: 5 {LINK REMOVED}Apollyon Mystery Boxes
  
• 5th: 2 {LINK REMOVED}Apollyon Mystery Boxes

Note: Top 5 Microtransaction Prizes are available for each class: Scion, Ranger, Duelist, Marauder, Templar, Witch & Shadow.

If you would like to catch the action live, RaizQT will be casting the event over on his {LINK REMOVED}Twitch channel. Highlights will also be posted on {LINK REMOVED}Havoc616's YouTube Channel.

{LINK REMOVED}Click here to learn more about the event, how to join, the rules in place, the point system or prizes. You can also join the POE Racing Discord {LINK REMOVED}here.

Shout out to community members DionyzRex#7230, Brittleknee, Xayazi, {LINK REMOVED}DadBodGamingGod, SK_Gunoo and Faderon for their work behind the scenes to help make this event a reality.

Good luck to everyone who's participating!

In just two days, we'll reveal a short teaser of our upcoming 3.15 expansion which will also confirm the dates of its announcement livestream and launch. That means the Ultimatum League is near its end and you may be wondering what the future looks like for this content.

The short answer is that we won't be making Ultimatum a core mechanic as part of our upcoming 3.15 expansion. However, we do like its content and may bring it back at a later date. In order to do this, it would first need a few improvements.

We would want to improve the combat of Ultimatum encounters so that the experience is less overwhelming and more tactical. While we do like things to be challenging, we currently feel that there are too many monsters spawning within the tight space of the circle and too many things going on at once.

We would also want to rebalance the rewards. The intent of Ultimatum's reward system was to make the Trialmaster's offers the main reward for the challenge. This currently isn't the case with far too many items spawning at the end of the trial. For Ultimatum to return, we would want to shift the balance back so that the Trialmaster's offers are the main reward for doing the encounter while also compensating for the item fountain being turned off.

So while you may see the Trialmaster again in the future, if you really enjoy being heckled by an undead entity of Chaos, it's best to get your kicks in now while you still can.

TennoCon 2021 is right around the corner and we just couldn't wait to show off some brand-new Merch! We've filled the Official Merch Store[store.warframe.com] with exciting new items that will elevate your IRL Arsenal. Make sure to check back for more must-have gear on July 17!


Show off your love of Warframe wherever you go with these stunning T-shirts featuring the vengeful Stalker, designed by Warframe Creator Zxpfer; the dynamic trickster duo, Mirage and Loki designed by Debby Sheen; and the Lotus 3.0 T-shirt, now in navy with a teal logo!





Pre-order the striking Volt Collector's Statue[store.warframe.com] and the Fashion Frame Edition[store.warframe.com] — an unpainted statue for the Tenno that wants to get creative! Both versions are available separately or bundled together and include an in-game Volt Noggle and Platinum.




This mystery poster designed by renowned artist, Dan Mumford, is inspired by this year's TennoLive reveal! Pre-order here[store.warframe.com] before August 11 and watch TennoLive 2021[twitch.tv] at 5 p.m. ET on July 17 to unravel the mystery.

Be sure to check back and see what other exciting Merch becomes available on July 17, like the huggable Kubrodon and Pobber Floof Plush Collection. Darvo's Merch Deals will also make a return, offering out-of-this-Origin-System discounts on select items!

Don't miss out! Stop by the Merch Store[store.warframe.com] today.

This update contains a few changes that should improve performance for many players. That said, some performance issues still remain. The team is still actively working on more fixes across multiple platforms, including consoles. We will be monitoring the changes made within this bugfix patch for stability.

We're hoping this update will also help performance on the Raccoon City Police Station map, but we want to ensure it is stable enough to be reinstated for live games. We will be monitoring how the map is doing in custom games with these new changes and provide you all with an update soon.

Thank you for your patience as we continue to work on further improvements to the game's performance!



We have reduced the overall visual quality on Switch to help improve performance. The game may still crash when played on the Raccoon City Police Station map, but less frequently. Rest assured, we are still working on ensuring that the new map does not crash on this platform.

• Fixed an issue that could prevent The Nemesis's tentacle from appearing in the menu during his idle animation.
  
  
• Fixed an issue that could prevent downed survivors from being picked up when near certain walls or corners.
  
  
• Fixed an issue that could display the wrong Dwight's head icon in a Tutorial Hud if a legendary outfit was equipped before starting the Tutorial
  
  
• Fixed an issue where no Player Statuses were displaying in Spectate mode
  
  
• Fixed an issue with the analog cursor speed in the Onboarding menu
  
  
• Fixed an issue in the Customization menu where multiple customization could remain highlighted as selected
  
  
• Fixed an issue where a synchronization error would sometimes occur when completing a Survivor tutorial.
  
  
• Fixed an issue where players could load into a public match through a custom lobby.
  
  
• Fixed an issue that would sometimes occur where players get a server connection error when opening their friends list.
  
  
• Fixed an issue where the cursor pointer would change to gamepad mode too early.
  
  
• Fixed an issue where completing a tutorial match with bots would cause customization and perks to be unequipped for all characters.
  
  
• Fixed an issue that could cause Nemesis's Tentacle strike to hit the Survivor through some of the windows and main building.
  
  
• Fixed an issue where the generator cannot be repaired on one side on the Pale Rose map.
  
  
• Fixed an issue that could cause a global flicker in the environment while moving around the maps.
  
  
• Fixed an issue that could cause a Zombie getting stuck on a collision at the entrance of the foundry in the Ironworks of Misery.
  
  
• Fixed an issue where players could walk on a pallet in Yamaoka map by climbing a rock.
  
  
• Fixed an issue where a cleansed totem skulls remain floating at the back of the truck in the Junkyard map.
  
  
• Fixed an issue where the Survivors can't be picked up by the killer near the logs next to the Mother's Dwelling building and the corner of Gideon Meat Plant.
  
  
• Fixed an issue that could cause crashes due to OOM (out of memory) issue.

PUBG began with the iconic 8x8 map Erangel; today, with Update 12.2 we're excited to release our newest 8x8 map: Taego.

Taego has diverse terrain and environments, with numerous towns, compounds, and unique points of interest across the Battleground. Be on the lookout for wildlife, with flocks of birds reacting to player movement and gunfire, giving you a potential early sign of danger ahead. Comeback BR and the Self AED are two new gameplay features exclusive to Taego, giving players a chance to get back into the fight.

Read on for full details.

• Taego is available as the Featured Map.
• Playable in TPP and FPP.
  • Solo and Squads, including 1-man Squad Modes are available.
  • Duos are not available.
  • Depending on your region, available modes and perspectives will vary.
• Up to 100 players.
• Bots can spawn.
• Clear weather.
• No Red Zone.
• Wildlife: Two friendly bird varieties reside throughout Taego, reacting to player movement and gunfire.
• Taego is available in Custom Matches.
  • Sandbox Mode is available for PUBG Partners.

Comeback BR is a Taego exclusive second-chance mechanic allowing players who die during the first Blue Zone phase the chance to drop back into the fight later in the match.

Players who die during the first Blue Zone phase battle it out in the Comeback Arena, a location separate from the main Taego Battleground. Survivors who remain alive long enough in the Comeback Arena are transported by helicopter back to the Taego mainland in phase 3 to resume their fight for the Chicken Dinner.

• Comeback BR is exclusive to Taego Squad matches.
• Players who die before the first Blue Zone phase ends are eligible and see a timer indicating when Comeback BR begins.
• All eligible participants are sent simultaneously to the Comeback Arena, separate from the main fight, and must find loot and items to stay alive, competing against other survivors.
• There are no bots or knockdowns in Comeback BR.
• Survive the timer indicated while fighting in the Comeback Arena, and you'll be transported back to the Taego mainland via helicopter with all your items and gear to continue your fight for the Chicken Dinner.
• While health and boost levels are reset upon returning to the fight, your kills and stats are still recorded.

Similar to Comeback BR, the Self AED is another Taego exclusive second-chance mechanic, giving players another opportunity to stay in the fight. The Self AED is a world-loot item that allows players to revive themselves when DBNO, without the need of a teammate, and can be used in Solo and Squad matches.

• Press the interact button or click the Self AED in your inventory to activate the self-revive.
  • Cannot be canceled once started.
  • Cannot be used while already being revived by another teammate.
• Squads: The Self AED can be used even if your entire Squad is DBNO, as a teammate holding the Self AED prevents your Squad from being immediately eliminated.
  • This gives you chance to self-revive and then revive your teammates.
  • If the whole Squad remains DBNO, you will be eliminated once all players with a Self AED are killed.
• Solo: Having a Self AED allows you to enter DBNO instead of being instantly killed.
• Self AED uses are recorded as revives in your stats.

Introducing the K2; a world-spawn 5.56mm caliber AR popularized in the 80s and 90s era of which Taego is born. Firing in single, burst, or full-auto for combat versatility. Only available on Taego in Normal and Custom Matches.





The Mk12 is a new hard-hitting, high-velocity 5.56mm caliber DMR exclusive to Taego, found as world-loot across the map in Normal and Custom Matches.




Hyundai's first concept car, the Pony Coupe, has arrived in PUBG and is exclusive to Taego! Drive Hyundai's heritage Pony Coupe, featuring an all-wheel drive design for enhanced control across the diverse terrain of the Battlegrounds.

The Pony Coupe design was created by the master of automotive design, Giorgetto Giugiaro, and is a coupe concept car that first premiered at the Turin Motor Show in 1974. The next-generation electric vehicle model IONIQ5 was designed with a lot of inspiration from the Pony Coupe.

• Maximum HP: 1,000
• Maximum Speed: 150 km/h
• The all-wheel-drive (AWD) system ensures maximum traction in rough conditions.
• While being a 4-seater vehicle, due to the characteristics of a coupe, passengers in the back seats cannot shoot out of the vehicle.

Introducing our newest Survivor Pass themed around our latest map, Taego!

We've made multiple changes to the Survivor Pass system this update, including adding bonus rewards for those players who play past level 50. Read on for full details.

• Survivor Pass Level-Up Tickets Purchase Methods Update
  • Level-up tickets can be purchased in units of 1 level on the Survivor Pass page after upgrading the Survivor Pass to Premium.
  • Level-up coupons are applied at the time of purchase, and can only be purchased until reaching level 50.
  • After reaching level 50, you can only level up with XP obtained through missions or gameplay.
• We have prepared a bonus reward for players who have reached level 50.
  • Players who have reached level 50 and upgraded the Survivor Pass to Premium can further level up and receive bonus rewards such as medals, emblems, and G-Coin.
  • Keep playing until the Survivor Pass ends to earn all your bonus rewards.
• Survivor Pass: Taego Weapon & Level Pack (3,270 G-Coin)
  • SURVIVOR PASS: TAEGO, Kar98K Skin, 30 Levels
• Survivor Pass: Taego Weapon Pack (990 G-Coin)
  • SURVIVOR PASS: TAEGO, Kar98K Skin

Pass Schedule

• PDT: July 7 - August 17, 11 AM
• KST: July 7 - August 18, 11 AM
• CEST: July 7 - August 18, 4 AM

Make sure to claim all rewards before Survivor Pass: Taego wraps up, as there is no additional grace period to claim rewards.



Providing a personalized selection of items to purchase at discounted prices, Your Shop is a new store unique to you!

Your Shop can even include items not currently available in the regular store. When Your Shop is open, you'll see a prompt on the main menu to enter and view your personalized discounted item selection.

Be sure to check back each time Your Shop reopens, as available items and their discount rates vary each time.

Your Shop is an ongoing feature going live this update.

Gear up and get ready for a more dynamic experience on the Battlegrounds.

Many players have expressed the want for more loot across our maps, and in Update 12.2, we're increasing loot across the Battlegrounds in Normal Mode after reviewing the data and player feedback.

• Item spawn increase is only applied to the following maps in Normal Matches
  
• All maps are set to 100% as default
  
  • Erangel loot increased by 23.9% now 123.9%
    
  • Miramar loot increased by 28.3% now 128.3%
    
  • Sanhok loot increased by 16.5% now 116.5%
    
  • Vikendi loot increased by 28.4% now 128.4%

• Optimized internal logic between map loading to reduce hitching and frame drops.
• Improved CPU usage by improving character creation and parachute animation performance to reduce hitching and frame drops.
• Improved performance by optimizing logic related to the Special Care Package status.

The K2 and Mk12 have both been added to TDM.



New vehicles and weapons have been added to Custom Matches, alongside our latest map, Taego.

• Taego
  • Taego's exclusive weather setting has been added.
  • Taego's new items have been added to the spawn tab.
  • Normal Match → Normal Mode as default.
• Spawn Options
  • Quad
  • Self-AED
  • Lynx AMR
  • K2
  • MK12
  • Quad
  • Pony Coupe
• Added to Sandbox Mode (Exclusive to PUBG Partners)

New weapons and the Quad have been added to Training Mode.

• Quad
• Lynx AMR
• K2 (located on the table where the MG3 was)
• MK12 (located near the Crossbow)
• Added a Soccer field with three soccer balls.
• The Uzi has been moved to the pistol table, previously located next to the Crossbow.

Changing your character's gender no longer costs BP.

• Change your character's appearance options under Customize → Appearance.

We have added new features and improved the Team Emote feature originally introduced with Update 10.3.

• The organizer can use the emotes alone.
• When teammates join the team emote, the emote begins at the same time instead of participating mid-emote.
• Activate the emote using the emote wheel or shortcut key and then activate the standby action.
  • Teammates can join during standby.
• Use the emote wheel, interaction key, or shortcut key to start and then activate the emote action. When alone, only your character plays the emote.
  • When teammates participate, the same emote action is activated.
  • Available while in the lobby and during matches.
• Since there is no standby action in the Store and Pass Preview, only the emote action is activated.

Ever wanted to send messages privately to your PUBG friends? With the new Whisper feature, you can directly communicate with players on your friends list and have one-on-one conversations separate from the lobby chat.

• You can send whispers to anyone on your friends list, as long as they're online.
• While in a match, you can view whispers from friends but only respond with selectable preset responses.
  • Press Enter to open the chat while in a match.
  • You can choose to hide Whispers while in-game.
• Available in Normal, Ranked, Training Arcade, and Custom Matches.
• Actions that have been assigned to the existing Enter key will no longer be attached to a key.
  • Go to Settings → Key Binding to bind to another key.
• Messages cannot be accessed in Custom Match Esports Mode.
• During the game loading period, some may not be received.

Sending inappropriate messages or advertising can result in a total chat ban.


The new Cataclysmic Magma Contraband Crates is now out! Please note, this case does not contain a Progressive Weapon Skin.

See the full list of Cataclysmic Magma Contraband items and probability table on PUBG.com.[www.pubg.com]

• Scrap Broker - New Items
  • (Epic) Cataclysmic Magma - M416: 1000 Scrap
  • (Epic) Cataclysmic Magma - SKS: 1000 Scrap

• Observer Features
  • Player Stats UI has been improved.
    • Title is now categorized by stats.
    • Changed the order of ranking and value.
  • Name Layout UI
    • Added effect when looting healing and boost items.
    • Added vertical line between the primary and secondary weapons.
  • Damage Indicator UI
    • Added effect to the first damage indicator.
    • Increased range of the affected area.
  • Top 4 UI height was adjusted.
  • Added effect when Stun Grenades are used by a player while watching in spectator mode.
  • Improved the HUD.

• Social Features
  • When a PUBG friend joins the game, you'll receive a notification through the chat window.
    • You can receive notifications both in the lobby and during matches, and you can turn these notifications on or off.
  • If you receive a notification during the match, you can send a whisper by choosing from the presets.
• Settings

• Added images to assist with selecting brightness settings.

The sales period is subject to change.



Value Pack

• Sale Begins:
  • PDT: July 6, 7 PM
  • KST: July 7, 11 AM
  • CEST: July 7, 4 AM
• Value Pack is sold as DLC and DLC which include G-Coin are not eligible for refunds.

LongSkr

• Sale Begins:
  • PDT: July 6, 7 PM
  • KST: July 7, 11 AM
  • CEST: July 7, 4 AM

Summer

• Sale Begins:
  • PDT: July 13, 7 PM
  • KST: July 14, 11 AM
  • CEST: July 14, 4 AM

• Name Plate 4
  • Sale Begins:
    • PDT: July 27, 7 PM
    • KST: July 28, 11 AM
    • CEST: July 28, 4 AM
• Team Emote
  • Sale Begins:
    • PDT: July 27, 7 PM
    • KST: July 28, 11 AM
    • CEST: July 28, 4 AM

The replay system has been updated. Replay files from previous updates are now unable to be used.


Gameplay

• Fixed an issue when playing would be placed in the wrong side of a vehicle when entering while ADS.
• Fixed the issue where the player perspective was FPP while parachuting from the Emergency Pickup in FPP mode.
• Fixed an issue where the rear seat player's view is blocked in the roadster motorcycle if the driver was wearing a LV. 3 backpack skin in FPP mode.
• Fixed the awkward graphical issue with the R1895.
• Fixed the issue where the recoil animation was lower than intended when firing R1895 in ADS mode.
• Fixed a visual issue with the magazine mode when attaching an Extended Quick Draw Magazine to the P18C.
• Fixed an issue where the player's footsteps, vaulting, and climbing sound effects sounded different depending on the location of another player at a distance.
• Fixed an issue where the Adrenaline Syringe is used first even when there are other boost items, if there is an Adrenaline Syringe in the inventory when using the auto boost hotkey.
• Fixed an issue where the smoke from a damaged BRDM had a sharp edge in FPP.
• Fixed an issue where the lobby Reconnect button wouldn't work after certain bans had been overturned. 
• Fixed the issue where the instant volume reducer didn't work for the Lobby Ball and Emotes.
• Fixed a clipping with the Contraband Crate preview when the progressive skin is at maximum level.
• Fixed an issue where the lobby intermittently restarted and characters were not displayed.
• Fixed the issue where the character's camera direction wouldn't change when the character bumps into an object during walking or running.
• Fixed an issue where the character would float up into the air when performing certain movements on the Lobby Ball.
• Fixed an issue where custom spawn kits could not be displayed in TDM when the map hotkey was set to hold.
• Fixed an issue where the camera shifted backward when using a healing or boost item in the back seat of the Buggy.
• Fixed an issue where the skin preview is set to 'hide' when previewing PCS4 Crash Test Emote & Coupon Bundle in the Store.
• Fixed an issue where the character's arm was displayed strangely when changing the firing mode of the PP19 Bizon gun from the back seat of a motorcycle or scooter.
• Fixed an issue where SMGs could be used in the driver's seat of motorcycles, scooters, and ATVs.
• Fixed an issue where a player could be teleported to a different location, related to a destroyed Motor Glider.
• Fixed an issue where the firing volume during the game's waiting time in Training Mode was lower than the firing volume after the waiting time.

UI/UX

• Fixed an issue where the on-screen key guide displayed in the replay is awkward when using a controller on PC.
• Fixed an issue where the same notification was displayed repeatedly when acquiring a medal of the same tier in Mastery.
• Fixed an issue where the BattleStat module was displaying numbers exceeding the maximum limit.
• Fixed an issue where stats weren't updated properly when quickly navigating through modes in the Stats screen.
• Fixed an issue where Korean input was possible in the title when creating a custom match for the first time, but not possible from the second attempt.
• Fixed an issue where vehicles were not visible when previewing vehicle skins in the shop after launching the game for the first time.
• Fixed an issue where the Chicken Dinner Medals had incorrect explanations.
• Fixed an issue where a console icon was displayed in front of the nickname in the system message when receiving or rejecting a friend request.
• Fixed an issue where, after a party invitation, if a party member entered a match without accepting it, the player who accepted it would not be able to cancel matchmaking.

Items & Skins

• Fixed an issue where the chest area had visual clipping when wearing the PGI.S Tactical Vest and the basic LV.2,3 vest after equipping the Battle Bunny Outfit.
• Fixed the clipping issue when equipping Duncan's Infiltrator Helmet - (Level 1) and Wooden Puppet Mask together.
• Fixed the clipping issue when a female character equips the shirt, necktie, and most kinds of skirts.
• Fixed the clipping issue on the wrist for female characters and in the stomach area for male characters, when equipping any type of Handwraps with a long-sleeve t-shirt.
• Fixed a clipping issue when wearing a vest while wearing a form-fitting dress.

As we prepare for our 3.15 expansion announcement, we wanted to look back at some of the amazing fan art you've created that have been inspired by past league content. Check them out below!



















If you have any Path of Exile inspired creations that you would like to share with us and the community, be sure to post them in the {LINK REMOVED}Community Showcase forum.

Here at Hi-Rez Studios, we've always been huge advocates for community growth and engagement -- and we pride ourselves on assisting communities of all sizes across the world. One manner in which we're able to do this is by providing our community tournaments with in-game rewards and (in some cases) promotional opportunities.
If you're a current community tournament organizer, or are looking to start organizing community tournaments for Paladins on any platform, this quick how-to guide will let you know what steps you need to take to be eligible for in-game prizing and more!

It's pretty simple! A community tournament is any tournament that's run by someone in our community -- that is, someone who is not affiliated with Hi-Rez Studios as an employee. Whether you're a large community with hundreds or thousands of members, an in-game clan, or a smaller group of friends who just want to have some competitive fun, community tournaments are a great resource!
If you're an aspiring administrator, broadcaster, commentator, or etc, community tournaments are where you can get hands-on competitive experience for Paladins.

Applying for community tournament prizes is a simple process! Just follow the steps below and you'll be well on your way to getting prizes for your competitive series.

Before you start working on your formal application, you'll need to make sure you read and understand our latest Community Tournament License[web2.hirez.com], and Community Tournament Funding Requirements[drive.google.com]. We pride ourselves in the quality of the community tournaments that we assist with in-game prizes -- and in order to maintain this, we ask that current and prospective community tournament organizers all follow the requirements in the documentation above to ensure this quality is maintained.

After you've familiarized yourself with our community tournament funding requirements, you'll need to send us an application which includes a written proposal for your tournament or tournament series.

To help you get started, we've compiled a Prize Application Template[docs.google.com] which outlines what information you'll need to include in order for us to review your application. Please review this format in its entirety so you can make sure that your application is up to par! Following the proposal format as closely as possible will expedite the approval process for your tournament.
All community tournament proposals and inquiries should be directed to http://tournaments@hirezstudios.com.
Once you've submitted your application to that email address, one of our Community Specialists will be happy to assist you with your application or any questions you may have.

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That's all there is to it! Read our funding requirements, submit a formal written application for your tournament, and then our esports specialists will work on approving that tournament so you can receive prizes from Hi-Rez Studios. If you have any questions, you can email the http://tournaments@hirezstudios.com address listed above to get in touch with our community tournament team. We hope to see you and your community in the Realm!

It's been a while since our last Hideout Showcase, and we've seen some great creativity from our community that we wanted to share. For this news post we've selected several hideouts, submitted to our {LINK REMOVED}Hideout Showcase forum section. Check out the video below!



Here is a list of hideouts featured in this video (.hideout files are available in corresponding forum threads):

• {LINK REMOVED}Scientific Regalia by Woozel
  
• {LINK REMOVED}Temple of Elune by VeritasInvictus
  
• {LINK REMOVED}Astrolab, {LINK REMOVED}Nocturnalis by Synopsis
  
• {LINK REMOVED}Exile City Night Club by Fireflyxx
  
• {LINK REMOVED}Hanok Village on the Sea by Actoala

Explore new heights and hidden depths in this expansive 150 sq. kilometer map where Survivors will encounter new biomes, challenges, and mysterious ruins! Whether it's exploring the valley of waterfalls, setting up your treehouse home in the Redwood Forests, getting down and dirty in the vast swamps, diving deep underwater, climbing snowy mountains, or caving, there's something for every Survivor out there! Arriving with the map will be 3 brand new real-world creatures, including the Amargasaurus and one chosen explicitly by the ARK community!

Lost Island and its creatures will be a free DLC coming to Steam, Epic, Xbox, PlayStation later this year!







Of all the creatures in the sauropod family, Amargasaurus titanicus is likely the most unique looking. It sports two parallel rows of dorsal spines down the length of its neck, back, and tail--though the neck spines are significantly longer than the back or tail spines. These spines are a remarkable adaptation, giving Amargasaurus unmatched control of its body temperature. Made even more incredible by their time on ARKs, these spines store both extreme heat AND extreme cold, effectively allowing Amargasaurus to live comfortably in any environment. Its sails also make it an abnormally capable swimmer, for a sauropod.

Unlike most sauropods, Amargasaurus is very prone to violence, attacking most predators (and humans!) on sight. I suspect this behavior developed alongside the dangerous spines it uses as weapons.


Once finally tamed, it's no surprise that Amargasaurus' spines are its best feature. If removed early, their thermal storage becomes erratic, which is perfect for catalyzing sap development in many trees.

Some tribes, of course, adapted this thermal quirk for combat. By having Amargasaurus eject a spine before it sheds naturally, the freezing/warming waves that emanate from the spike play havoc with armor in the area. Interestingly, simple armor is barely affected, while more complex armor is more heavily affected.



Do you have your own idea for what prehistoric creature should be added to Lost Island? We're looking for your input! Check out this thread [survivetheark.com]for guidelines!

We're excited to share more information with you before Lost Island releases later this year.


An update has been made to the Code of Conduct:

Before:

Blocking access to important resources (ie. charge nodes, Extinction City Terminals, Orbital supply crates on Extinction, or Mission Terminals and etc)

After:

Blocking access to important resources (ie. charge nodes, Extinction City Terminals, Orbital supply crates on Extinction, Teleporters, Dispatchers, or Mission Terminals and etc)

Keep up to date with the Code of Conduct: here[survivetheark.com].

If you know of an exploit on Official Servers, be sure to check out our Bounty Thread[survivetheark.com]. We provide bounties for anyone who can report hacks or exploits of any kind (which are NOT aimbots/esp/speed hacks) that can have a serious impact on gameplay or server stability on our official, online servers. We've rewarded players with over 50k!




An ARK: EVOLUTION EVENT is active on all platforms from now through June 28th, with the following EVO perks:

• 2X Breeding (egg hatch speed, imprint, and maturation)
  
• 2X Taming
  
• 2X Harvesting
  
• 2X XP

veluko - Voidwyrm


Papryczka03 - Rockwell Portrait


Ocelotka - Jerboa


axoNNNessj - Megapithecus


Tri#0001 - Helena


Xenix#7589 - Shadowmane




Freasaloz


@EgoSilentium


FoxFox


@NaturalCauzes


See you next week!
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