Design Notes

March 22, 2025

Artix Fanart Spotlight

Show Off Your Artix-Inspired Art

The Artix gaming community has always been overflowing with creativity. Like, seriously, y’all have been crafting epic masterpieces since the days of dial-up internet—aka forever ago in gaming years. From the earliest AdventureQuest fanart on the Battleon Forums to the latest AQ3D digital doodles on Discord, our heroes have brought the world of Lore to life with legendary artistic skills for decades. And now, it’s time to shine a spotlight on YOUR fanart!

Enter the Artix Fanart Spotlight

A brand-new Fanart Spotlight channel has appeared on the Artix Discord, and it’s eagerly waiting for your creations! Whether you wield a pencil, tablet, mouse, or even a potato-powered setup (wait wut?), we want to see your best Artix Entertainment-inspired works!

Just like our Guild Spotlights and Housing Spotlights, we’ll periodically select a player to be featured on the Design Notes. Our community has always been amazing, and we cannot wait to show the world just how amazing YOU are!

How to Submit Your Fanart

Create anything Artix Entertainment related, from any/all Artix games (AQ, DF, MQ, AQW, ED, OS, AQ3D, or any other Artix game)
Drop your masterpiece in the Fanart Spotlight Discord channel
Select one or more tags (like AQ, DF, Artix, etc) that best categories your art
Include your game name(the one you want credited) and the game you hail from, too
Give your artwork a title(example: Sepulchure’s feeling cute, might delete later selfie)
Share any fun facts or a story behind your art. Did it start as a sketch in class? Was it inspired by a cutscene? Did it take 100 layersto get that armor sheen just right? We wanna know!
Want to show off your creative process? Sketches, WIPs, and ofc final versions are totally encouraged!
Want to share your artist profile?Feel free to include a link to your Twitter, DeviantArt, ArtStation, etc—just make sure it follows the Rules of Artist Engagement

Rules of Artistic Engagement

This goes without saying, but imma say it anyway ~and~ in bold:

your artwork must be created by YOU, and your artwork must be SFW (Safe for Work)!

If you wouldn’t show it to your sweet old grandma, young cousin, or innocent little Twig, it does NOT belong in the Fanart Spotlight. Just like how every Artix game is family-friendly (unless you’re part of the Akriloth bloodline…), we expect family-friendly fanartthat everyone (excluding dragons) can enjoy!

What Kind of Fanart is Accepted?

We accept all kinds of fanart, so long as it’s SFW and Artix-related! This includes:

🎨 Digital & Traditional Art: drawings, paintings, pixel art, sketches, and more!
🗿 Sculptures & Crafts: clay models, wood carvings, 3D printed thingies, plushies, cosplay props, and handmade items.
💥 Comics & Animations: short comics, animated GIFs, or full animations inspired by your favorite Artix game(s).
👕 Fashion & Cosplay: costumes, armor sets, custom T-shirts, and any wearable creations.
🎂 Edible Art: cakes, cookies, and other themed treats (oh yes, we've seen some amazing Artix cakes & cookies before)!
✨Others: did I leave out your preferred artistic medium? Show us anyway!

If you’ve got a creative, visual tribute to ~any~ Artix game or collection of games, it’s totally welcomed in the Fanart Spotlight!

Heed the Call of Creativity

Whether you’re a Level 100 artist with a million brushstrokes under your belt, or aSwordhaven-scribbler just getting started, we want to celebrate YOUR creativity! So pick up that pen, paintbrush, stylus, or spatula, and join the Fanart Spotlight today! 🎉

Battle on,
Beleen, fanart admirers everywhere, and the Artix Entertainment team

👾 Fanart Discord channel here

Tags: Beleen, AQW, AQ, DF, MQ, ed, os, AQ3D, Artix, community, spotlight, Fanart, Artist, Art, ugc, player created content,

March 21, 2025

2025 Dark Birthday Rares + Collection II

Dage's New Forge of War Birthday Gear is HERE

Celebrate darkness, destruction, and Dage the Evil's birthday this weekend! For all you real-life rare hunters, this is the weekend you've been waiting for: Dage's 2025 Birthday gear is here. Log in now and check out the shop in Battleon to buy individual items. Get the Forge of War Collection Chest to unlock 120+ event items and a character page badge for 10,000 AdventureCoins!

Get the full collection for 10,000 ACs or
Buy individual items from the SoulFire Herald's Rares shop in Battleon

Forge of War Birthday Shop + Collection

Exclusive Dage's Warforge Collection Pet (unlocks all the birthday rares)
Dage's Underworld Warbringer armor
Blazing Skull of the Underworld helm & pet
Warbringer's Grinning Skull helm
Shadowed Warbringer's Hood & Chains helm
Warbringer's Battle Regalia cape
ShadowStrike Mystic armor
Ouroboros of Shadows cape
Mystic ShadowStrike Companions cape
Eternal Seraph armor (walking)
Immortal Seraph armor (floating)
Seraph's Underworld Key Blade + Spear
Obsidian WyvernLord armor
Obsidian WyvernLord visor, armet, wings, and tail
Dark WyvernLord's Banner cape
Burning Warforge Tank armor

New this week

Underworld Chasm Guardian armor + accessories
Chasm Guardian's Runed Cape variants
Underworld Chasm's Flame gauntlets
Chasm Guardian's Sigil ground rune
Underworld Chasm's Soul pet
Death Drive weapon series
Dauntless Willbreaker armor + accessories
LightBlade Master of Shadows set
Burning Warforge Skull Bank Pet
Soulfire Bank Guardian House item

* AC + member gold variants of armor + select accessories

Still to come...

color-customizable Killer Queen of the Underworld (CC set variant)
DeathWoof Rider (set preview)

Just want a couple of the items listed above? Apart from the exclusive Dage's Forge of War Collection Chest, all of the gear contained inside the Collection shop will also be available individually in his Birthday Shop.

Birthday Shop Items Notes

Undead Legion Member Special Gifts
Get the exclusive Underworld Warbringer Hood + Nástrandir Staff from the Undead Legion Merge shop. These items are part of Dage's Forge of War collection, made by him for his loyal Legion members.

Undead Legion Variants
Last month, we polled the community in-game, on social media, and on Discord. Based on the results, several sets in Dage's Forge of War collection have Legion Exclusive variants planned. The current list includes:

Still to Come... Set Update
Several of the sets listed in the "Still to Come..." section are in progress. Design details may change as the artists continue working.

Happening Now: Get 50% more ACs during our Spring Bonus

If you like Evil equips or collect rare gear, this is the best time to top up your ACs. Get 50% more AdventureCoins with any AdventureCoin or Membership package you buy until April 10th, 2025.

Get 60,000 ACs while our Spring Bonus is on!

During our 2025 Spring AdventureCoin bonus, get 60,000 ACs for $99.95 (that's 20,000 ACs more than normal!) and unlock your choice of upgrade bonus pack, 15x Rep, Gold, Class Points, and XP server boosts, and the Mythic Item of Digital Awesomeness (IoDA).

Mythic Item of Digital Awesomeness?!

The Mythic Item of Digital Awesomeness (or MIoDA for short) is a miscellaneous item you will get by purchasing the 40k AdventureCoin pakage. Like the other IoDA items, it allows you to choose any item in the game when you redeem it through your Account Manager.

How to Claim your MIoDA Prize

Make sure you have a confirmed email address attached to your game account, and then follow these steps:

Decide on the item you want
Log into your Account Manager
Click on the "Awesome Prizes" link on the sidebar
You'll see a list of the IoDA tokens you have available
Choose from a list of ALL the eligible item rewards
You'll be taken to a verification page to confirm your choice

Wait...AdventureCoin Bonus?!

That's right! Several times each year, we have bonus AdventureCoin offers, where we'll increase the amount of ACs you get with each pack. (example: Summer, Back to School, and during the holidays). Bonus amounts and dates may change from year to year, so keep an eye on the Design Notes and social media for more news of future bonuses.

Tags: Alina,

March 21, 2025

The Shroud of Darkness, Pt 2

Dage's Dark Birthday 2025 Event continues this weekend!

Dage the Evil's birthday celebration continues this weekend in "The Scourge of Evil, Part 2: Shroud of Darkness." Your mission is clear. Atlas' citizens have no right to defy the orders you gave, and resistance will NOT be tolerated. Voices from beyond are asking for justice. They paid the price. Now YOU must reveal the truth to all... no matter how much bloodshed it takes. Log in now and fight to show your enemies that might makes right.

New Story: Dage's Dark Birthday Pt 2, Shroud of Darkness
Wicked Rewards: new gear for all heroes + Undead Legion exclusives
2025 Dark Birthday Rares: new gear in Dage's birthday shop + collection chest

Weekend Daily Gifts & Boosts

Server Boost: Get double EXP until Monday
Saturday: Battle Supercharged Laken in /seraphicwardage until April 18th to get his 0 AC seasonal Lance Of Prevarication.
Sunday: Head to AtlasKingdom to find 13 new permanent free-player and member gold items in the Atlas Kingdom House Merge Shop.

New Dark Rewards

All month long, we'll be releasing new Legion and Underworld-themed reward sets for you to collect. All players can complete this weekend's release to unlock the Underworld Diviner, Atlas Mage, and more!

AtlasKingdom drops

Atlas Leo house guard drops from the monster
Mega-sized house guard drops from the boss monster

Barracks drops

Battle the Legion Evocator in /legionbarracks and /cocytusbarracks the pieces of the Underworld Diviner set:

Underworld Diviner Armor
5 helms
Scarf cape
Merciless Ensis Staff

Battle the Sullied Master in /legionbarracks for the single + dual-wield Dungeon Butcherer weapons.

Battle the Maleagant in /cocytusbarracks for the Sheathed Soulfire Spear.

AtlasKingdom Dowry Merge Shop:

Atlas Wedding Attire armor
Atlas Wedding Bell wall item
Atlas Wedding Dias, Wedding Arch, Rose Bush floor items
Atlas Matrimony Pact houseguests item
Atlas Light Mage armor
Atlas Light Mage Morph, Visage, + Wedding Veil helms
Atlas Spell Book mace

AtlasKingdom House Merge Shop:

Golden Atlas Arch
Atlas Garden Arch

Undead Legion Exclusive Gear
Available in the AtlasKingdom Dowry Merge Shop, this farmable variant of the Lightblade Master of Shadows set will go rare on April 11th.

Soulblade Master of Shadows armor
Soulblade Master Mask
Sheathed Soulblade + Soulblade Sheath capes
Shadow Soulblade (single + dual-wield)
Souledge Shuriken (single + dual-wield)
Souledge Armblade (single + dual-wield)

If you're not a member of the Undead Legion, never fear! You, too, can sell your soul to Dage the Evil and become a part of his immortal army.

Heads up! Tuesday March25th Midweek Update

The Mid-Week Release for Tuesday, March 25th will bring you the Iaste NPC armor. It will require Enchanted Dark Blood, obtained from Windren's quest in /Falguard. This is a daily quest, and you'll need 3 Enchanted Dark Blood to craft the item. So if you want to get ahead of the game (literally!), you can start farming now!

Join us to celebrate in the Underworld this weekend! OR ELSE.

Battle through all of Dage the Evil's returning birthday zones, take on wicked bosses, and check out his seasonal birthday gear shop. Return next Friday, March 21st for the next update in our birthday event!

Log in and battle through the following zones to get wicked reward drops:

/darkbirthday
/undervoid
/futurewar
/futurelegion
/futurewardage
/legionarena
/sevencircles

Who is Dage the Evil?

If you're just joining us, you might not know who Dage the Evil is. In-game, Dage the Evil is the leader of the Undead Legion, ruler of the Underworld, and the Dark Weaponsmith. Many years ago, in the real world, the artist behind the NPC started releasing more and more rewards for his birthday until it became an annual, fan-favorite holiday. But the zones for his one, true love... PVP... are availalbe all year long!

Underworld PVP zones:

Underworld Team PVP: /join dagepvp and choose which team you want to fight for
Underworld 1v1 PVP: /join dage1v1 and go head to head with your friend... or a stranger
Collect Legion Combat Trophies in the Team PVP map
Complete Dumoose's daily quest in the 1v1 map to get Legion PVP Trophies
Spend your trophies on all-new undead-themed rewards

Event Reminders

Don't miss out on your favorite limited time events, stories, and gear!

March 31st: Legion Warseeker seasonal set leaves
April 1: Nothing to see here.
April 11th: Lucky Day + Dage birthday events, Dark Birthday rares leave

Stay up to date with new release plans and boosts on the Artix Calendar and see what the latest Bug Fixes and Balance Changes are in their patch notes.

Tags: Alina,

March 20, 2025

Guild Spotlight: Atlantis

A Sanctuary for the Unshackled

In the ever-expanding world of online gaming, many seek a place to call home—a place to forge friendships, conquer challenges, and rise above the chaos, both in-game and IRL. For those who have been cast aside, misunderstood, or searching for something greater, Atlantis stands as a beacon of hope and power to all who call this guild home!

Founded in 2020, the Atlantis guild is more than just a collection of players—it is a rebirth, a new beginning, and a chance to rewrite destiny. With 240 strong and growing, Atlantis thrives under the leadership of Enkanomiya and the unwavering support of its dedicated officers, Derattada and Selacia. Together, they guide their members toward something more glorious than just victory: a brotherhood of warriors, an empire of legends, and a community that refuses to be forgotten.

The Rise of Atlantis

Atlantis was not built on the foundation of the past, but rather, built on the promise of the future. This is a guild where your past actions hold no control over you, where former rivalries are left behind, and where each member is given the opportunity to forge a new legacy.

"It doesn't matter who you've tormented or what you've done in the past, we put that all behind us!" Enkanomiya proclaims. "Open up a new chapter and let us be the family that people in our past have denied us, let us be the ones who leave their mark on history instead of those less deserving of it, and let this Empire and its members be the unyielding entities that strike fear and envy in the hearts of mortals."

To become an Atlantean is not just to join a guild—it is to embrace a philosophy. Strength is not measured solely by level or power… but by dedication, loyalty, and an unbreakable will. Atlantis requires three things from its members:

Consistency: Stay active at least once a week. The empire thrives when its warriors remain engaged.
Strength: A minimum level of 65 ensures that every member is battle-ready.
Character: Above all, Atlantis values positivity, camaraderie, and a drive to uplift one another. This is not a place for toxicity—only those who bring good vibes need apply.

But make no mistake: while Atlantis thrives on unity, it is also a force that demands recognition. In battle, they are unrelenting. In the face of adversity, they do not falter. And when others try to challenge their reign, Atlantis only grows stronger!

The Atlantean Empire does not beg for respect—they command it.

A Brotherhood That Stands the Test of Time

Every guild has its hardships. There are moments of struggle, of doubt, of loss. But what separates Atlantis from the rest is its resilience. Atlanteans do not crumble when faced with challenges; they rise above them. They do not abandon their own; they stand together.

The Atlantean legacy is not fleeting. It is not a guild that will fade into obscurity or be forgotten with time. It is a kingdom that endures, a legend that only grows stronger. Whether you are a warrior demanding redemption, a strategist seeking a worthy cause, or a lost soul in search of belonging, Atlantis opens its gates to those who are willing to rise.

A new era has unfolded… and it is called Atlantis!

Join the Atlantean Empire

In Atlantis, your destiny waiting to be embraced. If you seek strength, purpose, and a family that will never turn its back on you, then let this be a sign to join the Atlantean Empire.

Step forward. Unshackle yourself from the past. Become more than just a player—become a legend. Atlantis awaits!

Battle on,
Beleen, the Atlantis guildmates, and the AQW team

Tags: Beleen, Guilds, spotlight, community,

March 18, 2025

Player Housing Spotlight: The Monstrocity by Kuronosuke

A Home Worthy of Legends… and Lagginess

In the ever-expanding world of AdventureQuest Worlds, player creativity knows no bounds. This week, we shine the spotlight on The Monstrocity, an awe-inspiring (and lag-inducing) player house built by Kuronosuke. This architectural marvel isn’t just a house—it’s a testament to patience, determination, and an absurdly high item count!

The Story Behind The Monstrocity

It all started out of boredom—because what better motivation is there? AQW offers soooo many house items, and Kuronosuke decided to take on the ultimate challenge:

farming 99 copies of the Debris Gravestone, an item with a 1% drop rate!! O__O

After grinding tirelessly and flexing the achievement on the AQW subreddit (here’s the proof), the question arose:

“What if I actually used these?”

Thus, The Monstrocity was born. Kuronosuke set out to create a home that not only utilized these gravestones but also tested the limits of AQW’s housing system. However, the dream of placing all 99 gravestones quickly met reality—only around 20 made it into the final design.

“It was just way too many,” Kuronosuke admitted. “I think I only put in about 20 before realizing it was a bit much.”

But that wasn’t the end of the experiment. The next phase of boredom-fueled inspiration led to the creation of additional rooms, each with a distinct identity.

The final product? A three-room masterpiece featuring:

Room 1: The Spotlight Room – The grand entrance, showcasing and foreshadowing the chaos.

Room 2: The Lag Room – A true stress test for AQW’s housing system, packed with over 200+ items and notorious for its insane lag. “It took me four hours to put everything together because of the crazy lag in room 2,” Kuronosuke confessed.

Room 3: The King’s Room – A fittingly grand chamber for the ruler of The Monstrocity.

The Struggle of Creation & Boundless Creativity

Building The Monstrocity was no small feat. The sheer number of placed items pushed AQW’s limits, causing intense lag, especially in Room 2. The process took four hours, not due to design challenges, but because of the game itself struggling to keep up.

“I simply made this house to test if AQW could handle the super lagginess, but I eventually disconnected after /afk-ing in the second room for almost 40 minutes,” Kuronosuke revealed. In fact, that accidental disconnection became a badge of honor in its own right!

Would you call The Monstrocity a house? It’s more like an experiment, a passion project, and a hilarious challenge to the game’s stability. From the grind to the build, Kuronosuke has proven that dedication (and maybe a touch of madness) can result in something truly unique.

Whether you visit to admire the design or just to test how long you can survive the lag, this player house is one for the history books!

Dare to take on The Monstrocity? Drop by if you’re feeling brave… but don’t say we didn’t warn you!

Battle on,
Beleen, Kuronosuke, and the AQW team

Tags: Beleen, player housing, spotlight, ugc,

March 14, 2025

2025 Dark Birthday Rares + Collection

Dage's Forge of War Birthday Gear is HERE

Celebrate darkness, destruction, and Dage the Evil's birthday this weekend! For all you real-life rare hunters, this is the weekend you've been waiting for: Dage's 2025 Birthday gear is here. Log in now and check out the shop in Battleon to buy individual items. Get the Forge of War Collection Chest to unlock ALL of the event rares and a character page badge for 10,000 AdventureCoins!

Get the full collection for 10,000 ACs or
Buy individual items from the SoulFire Herald's Rares shop in Battleon

Available March 14th

Exclusive Dage's Warforge Collection Pet (unlocks all the birthday rares)
Dage's Underworld Warbringer armor
Blazing Skull of the Underworld helm & pet
Warbringer's Grinning Skull helm
Shadowed Warbringer's Hood & Chains helm
Warbringer's Battle Regalia cape
ShadowStrike Mystic armor
Ouroboros of Shadows cape
Mystic ShadowStrike Companions cape
Eternal Seraph armor (walking)
Immortal Seraph armor (floating)
Seraph's Underworld Key Blade + Spear
Obsidian WyvernLord armor
Obsidian WyvernLord visor, armet, wings, and tail
Dark WyvernLord's Banner cape
Burning Warforge Tank armor
And more!

Still to come...

Underworld Chasm Guardian set (set preview)
Dauntless Willbreaker set (set preview)
LightBlade Master of Shadows (set preview)
Burning Warforge Skull Bank Pet
color-customizable Killer Queen of the Underworld (CC set variant)
DeathWoof Rider (set preview)
and more!

Birthday Shop Items Notes

Undead Legion Member Special Gifts
Get the exclusive Underworld Warbringer Hood + Nástrandir Staff from the Undead Legion MergeMerge shop. These items are part of Dage's Forge of War collection, made by him for his loyal Legion members.

Still to Come... Set Update
Several of the sets listed in the "Still to Come..." section are in progress. Design details may change as the artists continue working.

Happening Now: Get 50% more ACs during our Spring Bonus

If you like Evil equips or collect rare gear, this is the best time to top up your ACs. Get 50% more AdventureCoins with any AdventureCoin or Membership package you buy until April 10th, 2025.