We are thrilled to announce the return of Rumor Woods, running from April 11th at 9 PM EDT to May 4th at 11:45 PM EDT. This year's theme, The Bear vs. The Bee, promises an unforgettable experience filled with competition, exploration, and rewards.
Jousting Tournament
Choose your allegiance! Will it be Team Bear or Team Bee! Once you’ve decided, take part in the engaging, heart-pounding jousting matches. Equip yourself with the finest gear and mounts to lead your team to victory.
How to Participate in Jousting:
- Head to either the entry for the Bear or the Bee.
- Present your sunburst marker at the entry table.
- Select a mount from the paddock.
- Choose a lance from the weapon rack.
- Pick a shield from the shield display.
- Return to the entry table to begin your match.
Titles to Achieve:
Earn distinguished titles based on your performance in the joust.
- 100 Wins for Team Bee: Defender of the Golden Hive.
- 500 Wins for Team Bee: Valiant Protector of the Bee.
- 100 Wins for Team Bear: Protector of the Snowy Den.
- 500 Wins for Team Bear: Knight-Defender of the Fang.
Victory Titles:
- If Team Bee wins: Green Knight of the Honeycomb (Winner), Harbinger of the Poisoned Hive (Loser).
- If Team Bear wins: Violet Chevalier of the White Bear (Winner), Broken Cub of the Yielding Fur (Loser).
Additional Activities:
- Fox Hunt: Track down the cunning fox within a set time to earn currency and prizes. Rare hunters may receive a special bugle to summon a pet fox.
- Pixie Hunt: Similar to the Fox Hunt, locate the elusive pixie for rewards, with a chance to obtain a bell that summons a pet lamb.
Areas of Interest:
- Aspen Grove: Relax in inn-like tents, enjoy the tavern with food and drinks, and immerse yourself in the serene environment.
- Summit Academy: Visit this esteemed college featuring an Ellipse for socializing and warm beverages.
- Cysaelotar: Explore this natural area crafted by Aelotoi visitors, offering a variety of wonders.
Shops and Offerings:
Discover a plethora of shops, each bringing unique items and services:?
- New Shops: The Bee's Knees, Breaking Bread, Diminishing Demises, Honeyed Gears, Palette Perfections, Pitcher Perfect, Tomeward Bound, Ursine Emporium, Ursine Paddock, Virelion Hall.
- Refreshed Shops: Artistic Expressions, Creative Couture, Folded Lotus, Milkin' It, Charmed, I'm Sure, Couturier's Retreat, Fanfare, Peaked Interest, Purls of Wisdom, and Starry Lotus.
- Reopening Shops: All About That Lace, Call of the Wind, Chitinous Creations, Eight-legged Innovators, Enlightened Pages, Little Ticker, Merited Metalworks, Can't Stop That Weaving, Clodhoppers, Container Yourself, and many, many more...
- Last Run Shops: Flypaper Designers, Pigments of Memory
Home of Origami
Don’t forget that Rumor Woods is the original home of Origami and this year it is getting a face lift.
- Introducing ORIGAMI GLUE: Unlocked when you reach Adept level in Origami, this will allow you to permanently affix your folded object.
- New Patterns: Several new patterns have been added for the various locales that sell them
- New Level – Teacher
- New Level – Professor
- New Titles associated with Origami are being added, too!
The Mounts at Rumor Woods
Our ursine friends are here at last! Bears join the mountable creatures that can be purchased at this year's Rumor Woods. Here is a breakdown of what you will find:
- Common: Brown Bear, Black Bear
- Uncommon: Sun Bear, Polar Bear, Spectacled Bear, Grizzly Bear, Moon Bear
- Rare: Wyrese Brown Bear, Southron Brown Bear
These unique mounts are summoned with a medallion.
Features that can be customized or changed will vary depending on breed, but some of the things you can change are:
Height, Snout, Ears, Markings, Body, Fur Type, Fur Color
This year, all bear features are accessible at all levels Common, Uncommon, or Rare Status.
As a reminder, here are the differences between the mounts:
- Common: 9 ambients and 6 verbs
- Uncommon: 18 ambients and 11 verbs
- Rare: 29 ambients and 19 verbs, plus the rare ability to find an edible and scripted honeycomb out in the wilds.
Visit Summit Academy
Visit the nearby college of Summit Academy where you can get dozens of customizations for your character.
- Custom Spell Preparation Messaging.
- Custom Signature Verbs and Swears.
- Custom Log on/off messaging and Death messaging.
- Customize your Urchin Guide
- Feature Customizations
- And new this year: Custom Combat Maneuver Messaging for Coup de Grace, Groin Kick, Headbutt, Spin Attack, and Surge of Strength.
While at the academy, be sure to visit Elenesse Atelier because the artisans have expanded. There is a new artist that offers dye customizations as well as a newly installed permifier obelisk.
Prepare yourself for an event brimming with adventure, competition, and camaraderie. Whether you're a seasoned participant or new to Rumor Woods, there's something for everyone. Mark your calendars and join us in making this year's event truly legendary!?
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