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| ⚫ | Starting at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) this Friday, players will receive double [[experience]] for capturing [[elite skill]]s. Instead of gaining 250 times their [[level]] in experience, players will receive 500 times their level in experience. Players will also have double odds of receiving [[Unique item|green items]] from [[boss]]es. This bonus will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-7 GMT) on Sunday. |
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+ | ===Guild Wars Development and Automation=== |
| + | With the most recent update, several [[PvP]] and [[PvE]] systems in the game have been changed and automated. Please see the news post on http://www.guildwars.com/players for more information |
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| − | + | The Land of the Golden Sun requires your aid! Receive double [[Sunspear rank|Sunspear]] and [[Lightbringer]] points (excluding completed [[book]]s) as you battle across [[Elona]]. Weekly bonuses last until 3PM GMT on Monday. |
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+ | ===Guild Versus Guild Bonus — ''20 May 2013''=== |
| + | This week, the battle heats up in [[GvG]] as [[Guild|guilds]] clash for their share of double [[Balthazar Faction|Balthazar faction]] and double [[Champion]] [[title]] points! Weekly bonuses last until 3PM GMT on Monday. |
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| − | Starting at Noon Pacific (-8 GMT) this Friday, players who own [[Factions]] will receive double [[Faction (Kurzick)|Kurzick]] and [[Faction (Luxon)|Luxon]] [[Guild Wars Factions|Faction]] for competing in the [[Jade Quarry]] and [[Fort Aspenwood]] [[Competitive Mission (Factions)|competitive missions]]. This bonus will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-8 GMT) on Sunday. |
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| ⚫ | Complete Quests and defeat foes while under the effect of a shrine bonus this weekend to earn double [[Asura Title Track|Asura]], [[Deldrimor Title Track|Deldrimor]], [[Ebon Vanguard Title Track|Ebon Vanguard]] and [[Norn Title Track|Norn reputation points]]. Points for completed books are unaffected. This boost will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-8 GMT) on Sunday. |
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| + | ===Password Length Change=== |
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| + | Passwords have been extended from 15 to 100 characters. For more information, please visit: http://eu.guildwars.com/ |
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| + | ===Anniversary Celebration=== |
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| + | The party is on for the anniversary of Guild Wars! Starting April 22nd at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT), we open [[Shing Jea Boardwalk]], [[Dragon Arena]], and the [[Rollerbeetle Racing|Rollerbeetle Races]]. In addition, [[Birthday Cupcake]]s and many other special items will drop all throughout this weeklong event. For more information, visit [http://www.guildwars.com/events/ingame/eight_year_anniversary/ http://www.guildwars.com]. |
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| ⚫ | Compete in [[Heroes' Ascent]] this weekend to earn double [[Hero (Title)|fame]] and double [[ |
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+ | ===Alliance Battles Bonus Weekend — ''19 April 2013''=== |
| − | + | Starting at Noon Pacific this Friday, you will earn double [[Alliance Faction|faction]] for participating in [[Alliance Battles]]. This boost will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-7 GMT) on Sunday. |
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| + | ===April 1, 2013=== |
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| − | ===Wintersday is Coming! — ''16 December 2010''=== |
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| − | Starting at Noon Pacific (-8 GMT) this Friday, players who own [[Factions]] will receive double [[Faction (Kurzick)|Kurzick]] and [[Faction (Luxon)|Luxon]] [[Guild Wars Factions|Faction]] for competing in the [[Jade Quarry]] and [[Fort Aspenwood]] [[Competitive Mission (Factions)|competitive missions]]. This bonus will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-8 GMT) on Sunday. |
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| − | :This holiday weekend, from Noon Pacific (-8 GMT) this Wednesday until 11:59 PM Pacific (-8 GMT) on Sunday, November 28, you will find [[Slice of Pumpkin Pie|Slices of Pumpkin Pie]] and [[Hard Apple Cider]] as random drops throughout all the lands of [[Tyria]]! |
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| − | ===Double XP for elite captures and double green item drop rate — ''13 November 2010''=== |
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| + | (This appears on the log-in screen, April 1, 2013)[[User:Cogito|Cogito]] 09:45, 1 April 2013 (UTC) |
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| − | ===Codex Arena Bonus Weekend — ''5 November 2010''=== |
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| − | Enter the [[Codex Arena]] this weekend and earn double [[Faction (Balthazar)|Balthazar faction]] points! You also gain double [[Codex|honor points]] for consecutive victories! The Codex Arena bonus weekend begins at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) on Friday and runs until Sunday at 11:59 PM Pacific (-8 GMT). |
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+ | ===Double Sunspear & Lightbringer Points — ''22 March 2013''=== |
| ⚫ | This weekend, get double [[Sunspear rank|Sunspear]] and [[Lightbringer rank|Lightbringer]] points in both [[Hard mode]] and regular gameplay. Obtain the [[bounty]] from a [[Resurrection Shrine|res shrine]] [[NPC]] and double your reward from Noon Pacific on Friday through 11:59 PM Pacific on Sunday. |
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| ⚫ | Starting Thursday, October |
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+ | ===Alliance Battles Bonus Weekend — ''19 January 2013''=== |
| − | Starting at Noon Pacific this Friday, you will earn double [[faction]] for participating in [[Alliance |
+ | Starting at Noon Pacific this Friday, you will earn double [[Alliance Faction|faction]] for participating in [[Alliance Battles]]. This boost will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-8 GMT) on Sunday. |
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+ | ===Eye Of The North Reputation Weekend — ''13 January 2013''=== |
| ⚫ | Complete Quests and defeat foes while under the effect of a shrine bonus this weekend to earn double [[Asura Title Track|Asura]], [[Deldrimor Title Track|Deldrimor]], [[Ebon Vanguard Title Track|Ebon Vanguard]] and [[Norn Title Track|Norn reputation points]]. Points for completed books are unaffected. This boost will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-8 GMT) on Sunday. |
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| − | Starting at Noon (-7 GMT) Pacific time this Friday, you can earn double [[Faction (Balthazar)|faction]] and double [[Gladiator]] Points within [[Random Arenas|Random Arena]].{{sic}} These double rewards extend through Sunday at 11:59 PM (-7 GMT) Pacific. |
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| + | ===Support Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Pink Day in LA=== |
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| + | October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, when the players are invited to wear pink in-game to show their support and raise awareness about breast cancer and other types of cancers. During the whole month, the pink [[Dye|dye]] vendor [[Rosa Salvitas]] will be in [[Lion's Arch]] selling a special blend of pink dye! But that's not all, the Pink Day in LA event will once again occur in Lion's Arch on October 20! Find out more about this charity event in support of breast cancer research at http://www.pinkday.gamergivingback.com/ |
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| ⚫ | Starting at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) this Friday, receive double the [[gold]] and [[experience]] rewards when you successfully [[vanquish]] certain areas in [[Hard Mode]]. In addition, we've doubled the |
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| + | ===[[Halloween 2012]]=== |
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| ⚫ | Starting Thursday, October 19{{Sic}}, at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) the celebration begins with creepy consumable items, brand-new quests, the annual [[Costume Brawl]], and an appearance by [[Mad King Thorn]] himself on October 31st! The fun doesn't end until November 1! For more information, visit [http://www.guildwars.com www.guildwars.com]. |
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+ | ===Discontinuing support for older versions of Windows — ''15 March 2012''=== |
| + | After serious consideration, we've decided that Guild Wars will no longer be supported on Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows 98 SE, and Windows ME beginning June 14, 2012. In order to continue to play Guild Wars after this date, we recommend upgrading to a more recent version of Windows. Please make sure to read the full announcement here:<br> |
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+ | ===Special Items This Weekend — ''6 March 2012''=== |
| − | + | Starting at Noon Pacific (-8GMT) this Friday through 11:59PM Pacific (-7GMT) on Thursday, March 15, you will be able to gather Shamrock Ale and Four-Leaf Clovers as random drops throughout all the lands of Tyria. Enjoy the weekend, and remember: think green! |
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| − | ===Double Sunspear & Lightbringer Points — ''10 September 2010''=== |
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| ⚫ | This weekend, get double [[Sunspear rank|Sunspear]] and [[Lightbringer rank|Lightbringer]] points in both [[Hard mode]] and regular gameplay. Obtain the [[bounty]] from a [[Resurrection Shrine|res shrine]] [[NPC]] and double your reward from Noon Pacific on Friday through 11:59 PM Pacific on Sunday. |
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+ | ===Canthan New Year! — ''2 February 2012''=== |
| + | The Canthan New Year is here! Celebrate the Year of the Dragon in Shing Jea Monastery from Feb 2 to Feb 6. |
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| − | Starting at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) this Friday, players who own [[Factions]] will receive double [[Faction (Kurzick)|Kurzick]] and [[Faction (Luxon)|Luxon]] [[Guild Wars Factions|Faction]] for competing in the [[Jade Quarry]] and [[Fort Aspenwood]] [[Competitive Mission (Factions)|competitive missions]]. This bonus will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-7 GMT) on Sunday. |
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| − | ===Triple key/lockpick drops AND double your luck points — ''27 |
+ | ===Triple key/lockpick drops AND double your luck points — ''27 January 2012''=== |
| − | This weekend through Sunday at 11:59 PM Pacific (-7 GMT), you'll find plenty of |
+ | This weekend through Sunday at 11:59 PM Pacific (-7 GMT), you'll find plenty of keys and lockpicks with the triple drop rate. Plus, you'll get double lucky/unlucky points for using lockpicks on chests. |
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| − | Compete in [[Heroes' Ascent]] this weekend to earn double [[Fame|fame]] and double [[Faction (Balthazar)]], plus double chest [[loot]] for victories in the [[The Hall of Heroes]]. The fun starts at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) on Friday, and ends at 11:59 PM Pacific (-7 GMT) on Sunday. |
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+ | ===Eye Of The North Reputation Weekend — ''13 January 2012''=== |
| − | + | Complete Quests and defeat foes while under the effect of a shrine bonus this weekend to earn double [[Asura Title Track|Asura]], [[Deldrimor Title Track|Deldrimor]], [[Ebon Vanguard Title Track|Ebon Vanguard]] and [[Norn Title Track|Norn reputation points]]. Points for completed books are unaffected. This boost will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-8 GMT) on Sunday. |
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| ⚫ | Complete quests and defeat foes while under the effect of a [[Eye_of_the_North_reputation_bounties|shrine bonus]] this weekend to earn double [[Asura Title Track|Asura]], [[Deldrimor Title Track|Deldrimor]], [[Ebon Vanguard Title Track|Ebon Vanguard]], and [[Norn Title Track|Norn]] reputation points. Points for completed [[book|books]] are unaffected. This boost will last through 11: |
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+ | ===Wintersday is Coming! – 15 December 2011=== |
| ⚫ | Beginning at 12PM Pacific (-8GMT) on Thursday, December 15, you can enjoy lots of [[Wintersday 2011|Wintersday]] Festival fun, including special quests and activities, [[Wintersday 2011#Items|seasonal items]], the [[Snowball Arena]], and more. Get details on [http://guildwars.com/events/ingame/wintersday2011/ www.guildwars.com] and join the event through January 2! |
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| + | ===Guild Wars Guru Monthly Tournament Match Commentary – 15 December 2011=== |
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| − | === Wintersday in July — ''16 July 2010'' === |
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| + | Join the Guild Wars Guru community Saturday, December 17 at 12:00 PM PST for their monthly tournament commentary event. See Guild Wars Guru for details: [http://www.guildwarsguru.com/forum/december-monthly-commentary-12-17-t10499355.html http://www.guildwarsguru.com/forum/december-monthly-commentary-12-17-t10499355.html] |
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| − | This weekend, [[Wintersday Priest]]s will open access to the [[Snowball Arena]] from [[Lion's Arch]], [[Droknar's Forge]], [[Ascalon City (Post-Searing)|Ascalon City]], [[Kamadan, Jewel of Istan|Kamadan]], and The [[Great Temple of Balthazar]]. For those who choose to stay out adventuring instead, there will also be special Wintersday-themed item drops from monsters across the land. [[Wintersday in July 2010|Wintersday in July]] will begin at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) this Friday and last until 11:59PM Pacific on Sunday, July 18. |
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| − | === Arena Bonus Weekend — ''9 July 2010'' === |
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| − | Starting at Noon (-7GMT) Pacific time this Friday, you can earn double [[Faction_(Balthazar)|faction]] and [[Gladiator|Gladiator Points]] within [[Random Arena]]. These double rewards extend through Sunday at 11:59 PM (-7 GMT) Pacific. |
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+ | ===Double Gold, Scrolls and XP for Vanquishing — ''30 September 2011''=== |
| ⚫ | Starting at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) this Friday, receive double the [[gold]] and [[experience]] rewards when you successfully [[vanquish]] certain areas in [[Hard Mode]]. In addition, we've doubled the drop rate of [[scroll]]s, and scroll effects will last twice as long as normal. These bonuses last through Sunday at 11:59 PM Pacific (-7 GMT). |
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| ⚫ | This weekend, Canthans celebrate the historic [[ |
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+ | ===GvG Double-Reward Weekend — ''23 September 2011''=== |
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| − | Keep track of the conflict between the Shining Blade and White Mantle at our War in Kryta page, which features information about each faction in their own words and daily reports from the war zone. http://guildwars.com/warinkryta |
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+ | ===Talk Like a Pirate Event — ''16 September 2011''=== |
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+ | Avast! Starting at noon Pacific (-7 GMT) this Friday, NPCs in Lion's Arch and Kamadon will talk like salty sea dogs. The Talk Like a Pirate Event will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-7 GMT) on Tuesday. Arrh! |
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+ | ===Triple key/lockpick drops AND double your luck points — ''26 August 2011''=== |
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+ | === Heroes' Ascent Bonus Weekend — ''19 August 2011''=== |
| − | + | Compete in [[Heroes' Ascent]] this weekend to earn double [[Hero (Title)|fame]] and double [[Balthazar Faction|Balthazar faction]], plus double [[Chest#Core|chest]] [[loot]] for victories in [[the Hall of Heroes]]. The fun starts at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) on Friday, and ends at 11:59 PM Pacific (-7 GMT) on Sunday. |
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| + | ===Double Luxon and Kurzick title points=== |
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| − | ===Wintersday is Coming! — ''18 December 2009 - 4 January 2010'' === |
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| ⚫ | Starting at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) this Friday, you will receive double points for exchanging 5,000 faction for Jadeite or Amber, for exchanging 3,000 faction for an alliance skill, and for transferring 5,000 faction to raise your alliance's reputation. This bonus will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-7 GMT) on Sunday. |
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| − | Beginning at Noon Pacific (-8 GMT) on Friday, December 18, you can enjoy lots of [[Wintersday|Wintersday Festival]] fun, including quests and activities, seasonal items, the [[Snowball Arena]], and more. Get details on [http://www.guildwars.com/events/ingame/wintersday2009/ www.guildwars.com], and join the event through January 4. |
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| + | ===Eye of the North Reputation Weekend=== |
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| − | === GvG Double-Reward Weekend — ''11 December 2009'' === |
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| + | Complete quests and defeat foes while under the effect of a shrine bonus this weekend to earn double [[Asura]], [[Deldrimor]], [[Ebon Vanguard]], and [[Norn]] reputation points. Points for completed books are unaffected. This boost will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-7 GMT) on Sunday. |
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| − | ===Special Treats Weekend — ''25 Nov 2009 - 30 Nov 2009'' === |
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| − | This holiday weekend, from Noon Pacific (-8 GMT) this Wednesday until 11:59 PM Pacific (-8 GMT) on Sunday, November 30, you will find [[Slice of Pumpkin Pie|Slices of Pumpkin Pie]] and [[Hard Apple Cider]] as random drops throughout the lands of Tyria! |
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+ | ===Alliance Battles Bonus Weekend — ''22 July 2011''=== |
| − | + | Starting at Noon Pacific this Friday, you will earn double [[Alliance Faction|faction]] for participating in [[Alliance Battles]]. This boost will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-8 GMT) on Sunday. |
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| + | ===Epic new content! [[Winds of Change]]=== |
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| − | ===Double XP for elite captures and double green item drop rate — ''13 November 2009''=== |
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| + | Winds of Change is here! This multi-stage storyline set in [[Cantha]] features new quests, new Canthan costumes, and history making battles. Speak with [[Initiate Zei Ri|Zei Ri]] in [[Kaineng Center]] to get started! |
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| − | Starting at Noon Pacific (-8 GMT) this Friday, players will receive double [[experience]] for capturing [[elite skill]]s. Instead of gaining 250 times their level in experience, players will receive 500 times their level in experience. Players will also have double the odds of receiving [[green item]]s from [[boss]]es. This bonus will last through 19:59 PM Pacific (-8 GMT) on Sunday. |
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+ | === Wintersday in July — ''15 July 2011'' === |
| − | + | This weekend, [[Wintersday Priest]]s will open access to the [[Snowball Arena]] from [[Lion's Arch]], [[Droknar's Forge]], [[Ascalon City (Post-Searing)|Ascalon City]], [[Kamadan, Jewel of Istan|Kamadan]], and The [[Great Temple of Balthazar]]. For those who choose to stay out adventuring instead, there will also be special Wintersday-themed item drops from monsters across the land. [[Wintersday in July]] will begin at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) this Friday and last until 11:59PM Pacific on Sunday, July 17. |
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+ | ===Arena Bonus Weekend — ''8 July 2011''=== |
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| − | Starting Friday, October 23rd, at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) the celebration begins with creepy consumable items, brand-new quests, the annual [[Costume Brawl]], and an appearence by [[Mad King Thorn]] himself on October 31st! The fun doesn't end until November 2nd! |
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| + | ===Network Maintenance=== |
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| − | ===Alliance Battles Bonus Weekend — ''16 October 2009''=== |
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| + | On Thursday July 7 2011, we're going to conduct a network maintenance at 5 AM PDT (7 AM CDT / 8 AM EDT / 12 PM GMT). We expect the work to take up to 2 hours. Guild Wars, the Guild Wars and Guild Wars 2 website and wikis could be affected by the maintenance, including possible disconnections and login errors from the game. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and we thank you for your patience and understanding. |
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| − | Starting at Noon Pacific this Friday, you will earn double faction for participating in Alliance Battles. This bonus will last through 11.59 PM Pacific on Sunday. |
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| − | === GvG Double-Reward Weekend — ''25 September 2009'' === |
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| + | Password theft is on the rise, and we are aware of recent attacks on Guild Wars fansite forums. Your Guild Wars game account is in jeopardy if you use the same password for your game account that you use for a Guild Wars fansite forum or any other external site. Read the post on the Support Forums for more details: https://forum.guildwars.com/forum/forums/accounts/Account-Security-Tips-1000/page/1#post246 |
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| − | [[GvG]]'s the thing this weekend, when you can earn double GvG Faction and Double [[Champion]] Points starting Friday at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) through Sunday at 11:59 PM Pacific. |
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+ | ===Cantha Commemorates the Dragon Festival — ''30 June 2011''=== |
| ⚫ | This weekend, Canthans celebrate the historic [[Dragon_Festival_2011|Dragon Festival]]. Enjoy quests and games and prizes, oh my! Visit the [[Shing Jea Boardwalk|Boardwalk]], jump into the [[Dragon Arena]], score cool prizes, too. The event takes place in the [[Shing Jea Monastery]] starting on Thursday, June 30 and it wraps up at 11:59 PM Pacific on Sunday July 3. |
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| − | Avast! Starting at noon Pacific (-7 GMT) this Friday, NPCs in Lion's Arch and Kamadan will talk like salty sea dogs. The [[International Talk Like a Pirate Day|International Talk Like a Pirate Event]] will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-7 GMT) on Tuesday. Arrh! |
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| − | <br>''(18–22 September 2009)'' {{Bug|The event lasted only through Monday (21 Sep) at noon.}} |
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+ | ===Double XP for elite captures and double green item drop rate — ''24 June 2011''=== |
| ⚫ | Starting at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) this Friday, players will receive double [[experience]] for capturing [[elite skill]]s. Instead of gaining 250 times their [[level]] in experience, players will receive 500 times their level in experience. Players will also have double odds of receiving [[Unique item|green items]] from [[boss]]es. This bonus will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-7 GMT) on Sunday. |
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| ⚫ | This weekend, get double [[Sunspear rank|Sunspear]] and [[Lightbringer rank|Lightbringer]] points in both [[Hard mode|Hard Mode and regular]] gameplay. Obtain the [[bounty]] from a [[Resurrection Shrine|res shrine]] NPC and double your reward from Noon Pacific on Friday ( |
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| + | ===Introducing the Guild Wars Support Forums=== |
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| − | ===Double faction in [[Competitive Mission|competitive missions]]=== |
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| + | We have just launched Guild Wars Support Forums, an online resource for Guild Wars players who have technical issues, want to submit a bug report, or have problems with their account. Players will use their Guild Wars game account to register on these forums, which are currently only available in English. Keep in mind that these forums are for support-related issues only: http://forum.guildwars.com/ |
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| − | Starting at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) this Friday, players who own [[Guild Wars Factions|Factions]] will receive double [[Faction (Kurzick)|Kurzick]] and [[Faction (Luxon)|Luxon]] Faction for competing in the [[The Jade Quarry (mission)|Jade Quarry]] and [[Fort Aspenwood (mission)|Fort Aspenwood]] missions. This bonus will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-7 GMT) on Sunday. |
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| + | === One 50% off [[Character slot|Character Slots]] One Week Only === |
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| − | ===Double [[Faction (Luxon)|Luxon]] and [[Faction (Kurzick)|Kurzick]] Title Points=== |
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| + | Our six-week anniversary sale continues with 50% off [[Character slot|Character Slots]] until 9 June. Get yours today! |
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| − | Starting at Noon Pacific (-8 GMT) this Friday, you will receive double points for exchanging 5,000 [[Faction (alliance)|Faction]] for [[Jadeite Shard|Jadeite]] or [[Amber Chunk|Amber]], for exchanging 3,000 [[Faction (alliance)|Faction]] for an [[alliance skill]], and for transferring 5,000 [[Faction (alliance)|Faction]] to raise your alliance's reputation. This bonus will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-8 GMT) on Sunday. |
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+ | ===Double Tournament Reward Points=== |
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| − | Hop into [[Hero Battles]] this weekend to earn double [[Faction (Balthazar)|Balthazar faction]] and double [[Commander|commander title points]]. The double rewards will be offered from Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) on Friday and last through Sunday at 11:59 PM Pacific (-7 GMT). |
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| − | ===[[Eye of the North]] |
+ | === [[Eye of the North]] 50% Off - One Week Only === |
| + | Our six-week anniversary sale continues with 50% off [[Guild Wars Eye of the North|Guild Wars: Eye of the North]] until 2 June. A new item(s) goes on sale each Thursday at noon Pacific until June 9, 2011. |
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+ | Starting at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) this Friday, receive double the [[gold]] and [[experience]] rewards when you successfully [[vanquish]] certain areas in [[Hard Mode]]. In addition, we've doubled the [[drop rate]] of [[scroll]]s, and scroll effects will last twice as long as normal. These bonuses last through Sunday at 11:59 PM Pacific (-7 GMT). |
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| + | === 50% Off Makeover Pack - One Week Only === |
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| − | ===[[Wintersday in July]]=== |
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| + | Our six-week anniversary sale continues with 50% off the [[Extreme Makeover Pack|Extreme Makeover]]/[[Makeover Pack]] until 26 May. A new item(s) goes on sale each Thursday at noon Pacific until June 9, 2011. |
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| − | This weekend, [[Wintersday Priest]]s will open access to the [[Snowball_Arena|Snowball Arena]] from [[Lion's Arch]], [[Droknar's Forge]], <section end=summary /> [[Ascalon City]], [[Kamadan]], and the [[Great Temple of Balthazar]]. For those who choose to stay out adventuring instead, there will also be special Wintersday-themed item drops from monsters across the [[Tyria (world)|land]]. Wintersday in July will begin at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) this Friday and last until 11:59 PM Pacific on Sunday, July 19. |
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+ | Starting at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) this Friday, you will receive double [[Allegiance rank|points]] for exchanging 5,000 faction for [[Jadeite]] or [[Amber]], for exchanging 3,000 faction for an [[Alliance skill|alliance skill]], and for transferring 5,000 faction to raise your [[alliance]]'s reputation. This bonus will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-7 GMT) on Sunday. |
| + | === One Week Only 50% Off Bonus Mission Pack === |
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| − | ===Cantha Commemorates the Dragon Festival=== |
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| + | Our six-week anniversary sale continues with 50% off the Bonus Mission Pack until May 19. A new item(s) goes on sale each Thursday at noon Pacific until June 9, 2011. |
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| − | This weekend, [[Cantha]]ns celebrate the historic [[Dragon Festival]]. <section end=summary />Enjoy quests and games and prizes, oh my! Visit the [[Shing Jea Boardwalk|Boardwalk]], jump into the [[Dragon Arena]], score cool prizes, too. The event takes place in [[Shing Jea Monastery]] starting at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) on Thursday, July 2 and it wraps up at 11:59 PM Pacific on Sunday, July 5. |
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| + | === One Week Only 50% Off Storage Panes === |
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| + | Our six-week anniversary sale continues with 50% off Storage Panes until May 12. A new item(s) goes on sale each Thursday at noon Pacific until June 9, 2011. |
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| − | As part of the birthday celebrations, we have a special offer for you a special free storage. for further information on how to obtain this free pane of storage, please visit http://www.guildwars.com/products/extras/storage/free_storage_pane.php |
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+ | === Heroes' Ascent Bonus Weekend === |
| − | + | Compete in [[Heroes' Ascent]] this weekend to earn double [[Hero (Title)|fame]] and double [[Balthazar Faction|Balthazar faction]], plus double [[Chest#Core|chest]] [[loot]] for victories in [[the Hall of Heroes]]. The fun starts at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) on Friday, and ends at 11:59 PM Pacific (-7 GMT) on Sunday. |
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+ | === Eye of the North Reputation Weekend — ''6 May 2011''=== |
| − | Complete quests and defeat foes while under the |
+ | Complete quests and defeat foes while under the effect of a shrine bonus this weekend to earn double Asura, Deldrimor, Ebon Vanguard, and Norn reputation points. Points for completed books are unaffected. This boost will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-8 GMT) on Sunday. |
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| + | To celebrate the sixth anniversary of Guild wars, we will be holding a special weekend event from Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) on Thursday, April 28 through Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) on Friday, May 6. For more information on the festivities, check out the official website http://www.guildwars.com/. |
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| − | The NCsoft website is experiencing unusually high traffic. Due to site performance issues we ask that players please try redeeming their [[storage]] later in the week. Players have until May 31 to redeem, so there's plenty of time! We apologize for any inconvenience. |
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| − | Hop into [[Hero Battle]]s this weekend to earn double [[Faction (Balthazar)|Balthazar faction]] and double [[commander]] title points. The double rewards will be offered from Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) on Friday, and last through Sunday at 11:59 PM Pacific (-7 GMT). |
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| + | ===Register for Guild Wars Guru Tourney!=== |
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| − | Starting at Noon (-7 GMT) Pacific time this Friday, you can earn double [[Faction (Balthazar)|faction]] and double [[Gladiator|Gladiator Points]] within [[Team Arenas|Team]] and [[Random Arenas]]. These double rewards extend through Sunday at 11:59 PM (-7 GMT) Pacific. |
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+ | ===Double Sunspear and Lightbringer Points=== |
| ⚫ | This weekend, get double [[Sunspear rank|Sunspear]] and [[Lightbringer rank|Lightbringer]] points in both [[Hard mode|Hard Mode and regular]] gameplay. Obtain the [[bounty]] from a [[Resurrection Shrine|res shrine]] NPC and double your reward from Noon Pacific on Friday (25 March) through 11:59 PM Pacific on Sunday (27 March). |
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| − | Starting at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) this Friday, players who own [[Factions]] will receive double [[Faction (Kurzick)|Kurzick]] and [[Faction (Luxon)|Luxon]] Faction for competing in the [[Jade Quarry]] and [[Fort Aspenwood]] competitive missions. This bonus will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-7 GMT) on Sunday. |
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| − | + | Starting at Noon Pacific (-8 GMT) this Friday, players who own [[Factions]] will receive double [[Kurzick Faction|Kurzick]] and [[Luxon Faction|Luxon]] [[Guild Wars Factions|Faction]] for competing in the [[Jade Quarry]] and [[Fort Aspenwood]] [[Competitive Mission (Factions)|competitive missions]]. This bonus will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-8 GMT) on Sunday. |
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| − | Through 11:59 PM pacific (-7 GMT) on Tuesday, March 17, you will be able to gather [[Shamrock Ale]] and [[Four-Leaf Clover]]s as random drops throughout all the lands of Tyria. Enjoy the weekend, and remember: think green! |
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+ | === Double Luxon and Kurzick title points — ''23 February 2011''=== |
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+ | Starting at Noon Pacific (-8 GMT) this Friday, you will receive double points for exchanging 5,000 faction for Jadeite or Amber, for exchanging 3,000 faction for an alliance skill, and for transferring 5,000 faction to raise your alliance's reputation. This bonus will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-8 GMT) on Sunday. |
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| − | ===Triple key/lockpick drops AND double your luck points=== |
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| − | This weekend through Sunday at 11:59 PM Pacific (-8 GMT), you'll find plenty of keys and lockpicks with the triple drop rate. |
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| − | Plus you'll get double lucky/unlucky points for using lockpicks on chests! |
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| − | + | Enter the [[Codex Arena]] this weekend and earn double [[Balthazar Faction|Balthazar faction]] points! You also gain double [[Codex|honor points]] for consecutive victories! The Codex Arena bonus weekend begins at Noon Pacific (-8 GMT) on Friday and runs until Sunday at 11:59 PM Pacific (-8 GMT). |
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| − | Guild Wars will be down for scheduled security maintenance on Tuesday 01/20/2009 from 12:00 am PST to 04:00 am PST. During this time you will not be able to connect to the game. Thank you for |
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| − | This weekend, get double [[Sunspear rank|Sunspear]] and [[Lightbringer rank|Lightbringer point]]s in both [[Hard mode]] and regular gameplay. Obtain the [[Sunspear/Lightbringer bounty|bounty]] from a [[Resurrection Shrine|res shrine]] NPC and double your reward from Noon Pacific on Friday through 11:59 PM Pacific on Sunday. |
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+ | ===Alliance Battles Bonus Weekend — ''21 January 2011''=== |
| − | Starting at Noon |
+ | Starting at Noon Pacific this Friday, you will earn double [[Alliance Faction|faction]] for participating in [[Alliance Battles]]. This boost will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-8 GMT) on Sunday. |
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| ⚫ | Complete quests and defeat foes while under the effect of a [[Eye_of_the_North_reputation_bounties|shrine bonus]] this weekend to earn double [[Asura Title Track|Asura]], [[Deldrimor Title Track|Deldrimor]], [[Ebon Vanguard Title Track|Ebon Vanguard]], and [[Norn Title Track|Norn]] reputation points. Points for completed [[book|books]] are unaffected. This boost will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-8 GMT) on Sunday. |
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| − | [[Wintersday]] is coming to the [[Eye of the North]]. Festivities begin at Noon Pacific (-8 GMT) on Friday, December 19. In addition to all the Wintersday fun to be had in [[Lion's Arch]], [[Kamadan]], and the [[Dwayna Vs Grenth (arena)|snowball arena]], this year the celebration comes to the Eye of the North with brand new quests and items. Go to www.guildwars.com for full details. Enjoy the fun through Noon Pacific on Monday, January 5th! |
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Latest revision as of 21:59, 2 April 2014
This is an archive of older in-game announcements for this year. See the main announcement page for the current ones, and the 2007, 2008, 2009, and 2010 archives for older announcements.
April 1, 2014[ | ]
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Guild Wars Development and Automation[ | ]
With the most recent update, several PvP and PvE systems in the game have been changed and automated. Please see the news post on http://www.guildwars.com/players for more information
Elonian Support Bonus — 20 May 2013[ | ]
The Land of the Golden Sun requires your aid! Receive double Sunspear and Lightbringer points (excluding completed books) as you battle across Elona. Weekly bonuses last until 3PM GMT on Monday.
Guild Versus Guild Bonus — 20 May 2013[ | ]
This week, the battle heats up in GvG as guilds clash for their share of double Balthazar faction and double Champion title points! Weekly bonuses last until 3PM GMT on Monday.
Eye Of The North Reputation Weekend — 3 May 2013[ | ]
Complete Quests and defeat foes while under the effect of a shrine bonus this weekend to earn double Asura, Deldrimor, Ebon Vanguard and Norn reputation points. Points for completed books are unaffected. This boost will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-8 GMT) on Sunday.
Password Length Change[ | ]
Passwords have been extended from 15 to 100 characters. For more information, please visit: http://eu.guildwars.com/
Anniversary Celebration[ | ]
The party is on for the anniversary of Guild Wars! Starting April 22nd at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT), we open Shing Jea Boardwalk, Dragon Arena, and the Rollerbeetle Races. In addition, Birthday Cupcakes and many other special items will drop all throughout this weeklong event. For more information, visit http://www.guildwars.com.
Alliance Battles Bonus Weekend — 19 April 2013[ | ]
Starting at Noon Pacific this Friday, you will earn double faction for participating in Alliance Battles. This boost will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-7 GMT) on Sunday.
April 1, 2013[ | ]
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Double Sunspear & Lightbringer Points — 22 March 2013[ | ]
This weekend, get double Sunspear and Lightbringer points in both Hard mode and regular gameplay. Obtain the bounty from a res shrine NPC and double your reward from Noon Pacific on Friday through 11:59 PM Pacific on Sunday.
Alliance Battles Bonus Weekend — 19 January 2013[ | ]
Starting at Noon Pacific this Friday, you will earn double faction for participating in Alliance Battles. This boost will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-8 GMT) on Sunday.
Eye Of The North Reputation Weekend — 13 January 2013[ | ]
Complete Quests and defeat foes while under the effect of a shrine bonus this weekend to earn double Asura, Deldrimor, Ebon Vanguard and Norn reputation points. Points for completed books are unaffected. This boost will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-8 GMT) on Sunday.
Support Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Pink Day in LA[ | ]
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, when the players are invited to wear pink in-game to show their support and raise awareness about breast cancer and other types of cancers. During the whole month, the pink dye vendor Rosa Salvitas will be in Lion's Arch selling a special blend of pink dye! But that's not all, the Pink Day in LA event will once again occur in Lion's Arch on October 20! Find out more about this charity event in support of breast cancer research at http://www.pinkday.gamergivingback.com/
Halloween 2012[ | ]
Starting Thursday, October 19[sic], at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) the celebration begins with creepy consumable items, brand-new quests, the annual Costume Brawl, and an appearance by Mad King Thorn himself on October 31st! The fun doesn't end until November 1! For more information, visit www.guildwars.com.
Discontinuing support for older versions of Windows — 15 March 2012[ | ]
After serious consideration, we've decided that Guild Wars will no longer be supported on Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows 98 SE, and Windows ME beginning June 14, 2012. In order to continue to play Guild Wars after this date, we recommend upgrading to a more recent version of Windows. Please make sure to read the full announcement here:
http://guildwars.com/players/
Special Items This Weekend — 6 March 2012[ | ]
Starting at Noon Pacific (-8GMT) this Friday through 11:59PM Pacific (-7GMT) on Thursday, March 15, you will be able to gather Shamrock Ale and Four-Leaf Clovers as random drops throughout all the lands of Tyria. Enjoy the weekend, and remember: think green!
Canthan New Year! — 2 February 2012[ | ]
The Canthan New Year is here! Celebrate the Year of the Dragon in Shing Jea Monastery from Feb 2 to Feb 6.
Triple key/lockpick drops AND double your luck points — 27 January 2012[ | ]
This weekend through Sunday at 11:59 PM Pacific (-7 GMT), you'll find plenty of keys and lockpicks with the triple drop rate. Plus, you'll get double lucky/unlucky points for using lockpicks on chests.
Eye Of The North Reputation Weekend — 13 January 2012[ | ]
Complete Quests and defeat foes while under the effect of a shrine bonus this weekend to earn double Asura, Deldrimor, Ebon Vanguard and Norn reputation points. Points for completed books are unaffected. This boost will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-8 GMT) on Sunday.
Wintersday is Coming! – 15 December 2011[ | ]
Beginning at 12PM Pacific (-8GMT) on Thursday, December 15, you can enjoy lots of Wintersday Festival fun, including special quests and activities, seasonal items, the Snowball Arena, and more. Get details on www.guildwars.com and join the event through January 2!
Guild Wars Guru Monthly Tournament Match Commentary – 15 December 2011[ | ]
Join the Guild Wars Guru community Saturday, December 17 at 12:00 PM PST for their monthly tournament commentary event. See Guild Wars Guru for details: http://www.guildwarsguru.com/forum/december-monthly-commentary-12-17-t10499355.html
Double Gold, Scrolls and XP for Vanquishing — 30 September 2011[ | ]
Starting at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) this Friday, receive double the gold and experience rewards when you successfully vanquish certain areas in Hard Mode. In addition, we've doubled the drop rate of scrolls, and scroll effects will last twice as long as normal. These bonuses last through Sunday at 11:59 PM Pacific (-7 GMT).
GvG Double-Reward Weekend — 23 September 2011[ | ]
GvG's the thing this weekend, when you can earn double GvG Faction and Double [sic] Champion Points starting Friday at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) through Sunday at 11:59 PM Pacific.
Talk Like a Pirate Event — 16 September 2011[ | ]
Avast! Starting at noon Pacific (-7 GMT) this Friday, NPCs in Lion's Arch and Kamadon will talk like salty sea dogs. The Talk Like a Pirate Event will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-7 GMT) on Tuesday. Arrh!
Triple key/lockpick drops AND double your luck points — 26 August 2011[ | ]
This weekend through Sunday at 11:59 PM Pacific (-7 GMT), you'll find plenty of keys and lockpicks with the triple drop rate. Plus, you'll get double lucky/unlucky points for using lockpicks on chests.
Heroes' Ascent Bonus Weekend — 19 August 2011[ | ]
Compete in Heroes' Ascent this weekend to earn double fame and double Balthazar faction, plus double chest loot for victories in the Hall of Heroes. The fun starts at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) on Friday, and ends at 11:59 PM Pacific (-7 GMT) on Sunday.
Double Luxon and Kurzick title points[ | ]
Starting at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) this Friday, you will receive double points for exchanging 5,000 faction for Jadeite or Amber, for exchanging 3,000 faction for an alliance skill, and for transferring 5,000 faction to raise your alliance's reputation. This bonus will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-7 GMT) on Sunday.
Eye of the North Reputation Weekend[ | ]
Complete quests and defeat foes while under the effect of a shrine bonus this weekend to earn double Asura, Deldrimor, Ebon Vanguard, and Norn reputation points. Points for completed books are unaffected. This boost will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-7 GMT) on Sunday.
Alliance Battles Bonus Weekend — 22 July 2011[ | ]
Starting at Noon Pacific this Friday, you will earn double faction for participating in Alliance Battles. This boost will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-8 GMT) on Sunday.
Epic new content! Winds of Change[ | ]
Winds of Change is here! This multi-stage storyline set in Cantha features new quests, new Canthan costumes, and history making battles. Speak with Zei Ri in Kaineng Center to get started!
Wintersday in July — 15 July 2011[ | ]
This weekend, Wintersday Priests will open access to the Snowball Arena from Lion's Arch, Droknar's Forge, Ascalon City, Kamadan, and The Great Temple of Balthazar. For those who choose to stay out adventuring instead, there will also be special Wintersday-themed item drops from monsters across the land. Wintersday in July will begin at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) this Friday and last until 11:59PM Pacific on Sunday, July 17.
Arena Bonus Weekend — 8 July 2011[ | ]
Starting at Noon (-7 GMT) Pacific time this Friday, you can earn double faction and double Gladiator Points within Random Arena.[sic] These double rewards extend through Sunday at 11:59 PM (-7 GMT) Pacific.
Network Maintenance[ | ]
On Thursday July 7 2011, we're going to conduct a network maintenance at 5 AM PDT (7 AM CDT / 8 AM EDT / 12 PM GMT). We expect the work to take up to 2 hours. Guild Wars, the Guild Wars and Guild Wars 2 website and wikis could be affected by the maintenance, including possible disconnections and login errors from the game. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and we thank you for your patience and understanding.
Protect your game account![ | ]
Password theft is on the rise, and we are aware of recent attacks on Guild Wars fansite forums. Your Guild Wars game account is in jeopardy if you use the same password for your game account that you use for a Guild Wars fansite forum or any other external site. Read the post on the Support Forums for more details: https://forum.guildwars.com/forum/forums/accounts/Account-Security-Tips-1000/page/1#post246
Cantha Commemorates the Dragon Festival — 30 June 2011[ | ]
This weekend, Canthans celebrate the historic Dragon Festival. Enjoy quests and games and prizes, oh my! Visit the Boardwalk, jump into the Dragon Arena, score cool prizes, too. The event takes place in the Shing Jea Monastery starting on Thursday, June 30 and it wraps up at 11:59 PM Pacific on Sunday July 3.
Double XP for elite captures and double green item drop rate — 24 June 2011[ | ]
Starting at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) this Friday, players will receive double experience for capturing elite skills. Instead of gaining 250 times their level in experience, players will receive 500 times their level in experience. Players will also have double odds of receiving green items from bosses. This bonus will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-7 GMT) on Sunday.
Introducing the Guild Wars Support Forums[ | ]
We have just launched Guild Wars Support Forums, an online resource for Guild Wars players who have technical issues, want to submit a bug report, or have problems with their account. Players will use their Guild Wars game account to register on these forums, which are currently only available in English. Keep in mind that these forums are for support-related issues only: http://forum.guildwars.com/
GvG Double-Reward Weekend — 17 June 2011[ | ]
GvG's the thing this weekend, when you can earn double GvG Faction and Double [sic] Champion Points starting Friday at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) through Sunday at 11:59 PM Pacific.
Double Sunspear & Lightbringer Points — 10 June 2011[ | ]
This weekend, get double Sunspear and Lightbringer points in both Hard mode and regular gameplay. Obtain the bounty from a res shrine NPC and double your reward from Noon Pacific on Friday through 11:59 PM Pacific on Sunday.
One 50% off Character Slots One Week Only[ | ]
Our six-week anniversary sale continues with 50% off Character Slots until 9 June. Get yours today!
Double Tournament Reward Points[ | ]
Starting at 12:01 PM Pacific Time (-7 GMT) on Friday, you will earn double Tournament Reward Points for GvG. This lasts until 11:59 PM (-7 GMT) on Sunday.
Eye of the North 50% Off - One Week Only[ | ]
Our six-week anniversary sale continues with 50% off Guild Wars: Eye of the North until 2 June. A new item(s) goes on sale each Thursday at noon Pacific until June 9, 2011.
Double Gold, Scrolls and XP for Vanquishing — 27 May 2011[ | ]
Starting at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) this Friday, receive double the gold and experience rewards when you successfully vanquish certain areas in Hard Mode. In addition, we've doubled the drop rate of scrolls, and scroll effects will last twice as long as normal. These bonuses last through Sunday at 11:59 PM Pacific (-7 GMT).
- GWiki Note: Although not mentioned in the announcement, you will earn double faction/reputation after vanquishing relevant areas during this event.
50% Off Makeover Pack - One Week Only[ | ]
Our six-week anniversary sale continues with 50% off the Extreme Makeover/Makeover Pack until 26 May. A new item(s) goes on sale each Thursday at noon Pacific until June 9, 2011.
Double Luxon and Kurzick Title Points — 20 May 2011[ | ]
Starting at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) this Friday, you will receive double points for exchanging 5,000 faction for Jadeite or Amber, for exchanging 3,000 faction for an alliance skill, and for transferring 5,000 faction to raise your alliance's reputation. This bonus will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-7 GMT) on Sunday.
One Week Only 50% Off Bonus Mission Pack[ | ]
Our six-week anniversary sale continues with 50% off the Bonus Mission Pack until May 19. A new item(s) goes on sale each Thursday at noon Pacific until June 9, 2011.
One Week Only 50% Off Storage Panes[ | ]
Our six-week anniversary sale continues with 50% off Storage Panes until May 12. A new item(s) goes on sale each Thursday at noon Pacific until June 9, 2011.
Heroes' Ascent Bonus Weekend[ | ]
Compete in Heroes' Ascent this weekend to earn double fame and double Balthazar faction, plus double chest loot for victories in the Hall of Heroes. The fun starts at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) on Friday, and ends at 11:59 PM Pacific (-7 GMT) on Sunday.
Eye of the North Reputation Weekend — 6 May 2011[ | ]
Complete quests and defeat foes while under the effect of a shrine bonus this weekend to earn double Asura, Deldrimor, Ebon Vanguard, and Norn reputation points. Points for completed books are unaffected. This boost will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-8 GMT) on Sunday.
Happy 6th Anniversary, Guild Wars! — 28 April 2011[ | ]
To celebrate the sixth anniversary of Guild wars, we will be holding a special weekend event from Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) on Thursday, April 28 through Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) on Friday, May 6. For more information on the festivities, check out the official website http://www.guildwars.com/.
Codex Arena Bonus Weekend — 15 April 2011[ | ]
Enter the Codex Arena this weekend and earn double Balthazar faction points! You also gain double honor points for consecutive victories! The Codex Arena bonus weekend begins at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) on Friday and runs until Sunday at 11:59 PM Pacific (-7 GMT).
Double XP for elite captures and double green item drop rate — 1 April 2011[ | ]
Starting at Noon Pacific (-7 GMT) this Friday, players will receive double experience for capturing elite skills. Instead of gaining 250 times their level in experience, players will receive 500 times their level in experience. Players will also have double odds of receiving green items from bosses. This bonus will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-7 GMT) on Sunday.
Register for Guild Wars Guru Tourney![ | ]
Registration for Guild Wars Guru's 2011 GvG Championship Series is open until April 4! Head to the Guild Wars Guru forums for more information on how to participate!
Double Sunspear and Lightbringer Points[ | ]
This weekend, get double Sunspear and Lightbringer points in both Hard Mode and regular gameplay. Obtain the bounty from a res shrine NPC and double your reward from Noon Pacific on Friday (25 March) through 11:59 PM Pacific on Sunday (27 March).
Double faction in competitive missions — 4 March 2011[ | ]
Starting at Noon Pacific (-8 GMT) this Friday, players who own Factions will receive double Kurzick and Luxon Faction for competing in the Jade Quarry and Fort Aspenwood competitive missions. This bonus will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-8 GMT) on Sunday.
- Guild Wiki note: ANet originally (and mistakenly) announced the event as an EotN reputation weekend; the text was corrected on Friday, 4 March.
Double Luxon and Kurzick title points — 23 February 2011[ | ]
Starting at Noon Pacific (-8 GMT) this Friday, you will receive double points for exchanging 5,000 faction for Jadeite or Amber, for exchanging 3,000 faction for an alliance skill, and for transferring 5,000 faction to raise your alliance's reputation. This bonus will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-8 GMT) on Sunday.
Heroes' Ascent Bonus Weekend — 18 February 2011[ | ]
Compete in Heroes' Ascent this weekend to earn double fame and double Balthazar faction, plus double chest loot for victories in the Hall of Heroes. The fun starts at Noon Pacific (-8 GMT) on Friday, and ends at 11:59 PM Pacific (-8 GMT) on Sunday.
Codex Arena Bonus Weekend — 11 February 2011[ | ]
Enter the Codex Arena this weekend and earn double Balthazar faction points! You also gain double honor points for consecutive victories! The Codex Arena bonus weekend begins at Noon Pacific (-8 GMT) on Friday and runs until Sunday at 11:59 PM Pacific (-8 GMT).
Canthan New Year! — 3 February 2011[ | ]
The Canthan New Year is here! Celebrate the Year of the Rabbit in Shing Jea Monastery from Feb 3 to Feb 7.
Triple key/lockpick drops AND double your luck points — 28 January 2011[ | ]
This weekend through Sunday at 11:59 PM Pacific (-7 GMT), you'll find plenty of keys and lockpicks with the triple drop rate. Plus, you'll get double lucky/unlucky points for using lockpicks on chests.
Alliance Battles Bonus Weekend — 21 January 2011[ | ]
Starting at Noon Pacific this Friday, you will earn double faction for participating in Alliance Battles. This boost will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-8 GMT) on Sunday.
Eye of the North Reputation Weekend — 14 January 2011[ | ]
Complete quests and defeat foes while under the effect of a shrine bonus this weekend to earn double Asura, Deldrimor, Ebon Vanguard, and Norn reputation points. Points for completed books are unaffected. This boost will last through 11:59 PM Pacific (-8 GMT) on Sunday.