Design Notes

July 04, 2025

Celestial Centaur: Shine Bright, Strike Hard.

Upgrade to unlock 20+ color-customizable items

Ascend into astral glory with our Celestial Centaur upgrade bonus: a color-customizable, cosmic celebration of might, magic, and myth! When you buy any AdventureCoin or Membership pack of $10 USD or more, you’ll unlock the full armory of armors, weapons, accessories, and more. 

This celestial champion blends the strength of a seasoned warrior with the grace of the stars above. Whether you’re storming dungeons or striding into battle under moonlight, these sets ensure your legend will shine across the sky. 

After you purchase an account upgrade, select a bonus set of your choice from a list of options in your Account Manager.

Pack Details

Choose the Celestial Centaur upgrade bonus to unlock 3 fully color customizable, animated armor sets: the StormBringer Warlock + Platinum Stormbringer Warlock

• 3 Armors: Celestial Centurion, Centaurion Sentinel, Interstellar Centaur (4-legged)
• 6 Helms
• 4 Capes
• 2 Daggers
• 2 Gauntlets
• 1 Axe
• 1 Swords
• 1 Polearm
• 1 Ground Item
• and a character page badge

Once you've chosen the Celestial Centaur pack on the Account Manager page, log in and find the set's shop in the Other Achievements tab in your Book of Lore.

12000 AC or 12 month membership package rewards:

• ALL the Celestial Centaur gear
• 7 Rep/XP/Gold/Class Points boosts
• 10 Wheel of Doom Tickets (worth 2,000 ACs!)
• and a character page badge

Boosts and Doom Tickets will be added directly to your inventory.

2k and 5k AC or 1, 3, or 6 month membership package rewards:

• ALL the Celestial Centaur gear
• 5 Rep/XP/Gold/Class Points boosts
• and a character page badge

Get 50% more ACs with any Membership or AC Pack

Need to recharge your AC stash before the next shipment of rare gear? Good news! Now's the time to strike, because our Holiday Bonus is ON! Get 50% more AdventureCoins with any AC or Member pack all Summer long!

Gear up and get ready, because all Summer long, we'll be adding new items for you! 

• Seasonal Summer Shop
• New magic, sea monster, and mountain explorer rares
• Wheel of Doom Merge & Treasure Chest updates
• 2025 Summer Collection Chest

Also happening this Summer:

• House Portals
• New main story updates 
• Father's Day of DOOM 
• Hollowborn Saga Ultra Boss
• Festival of Victors near the Celestial Dungeon

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

During our Summer AC 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). 

Wait...AdventureCoin Bonus?!

That's right! Several times each year, we have bonus AdventureCoin offers (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.

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:

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

Note: if you purchased ACs during the 24 hours before the bonus began (from 12:01 AM to 11:59 PM on May 29th), you were also given the bonus ACs. Those have already automatically been added to your account. 

July 03, 2025

The Battle Coliseum Expands

Bloodsport, Beast Battles, and Bountiful Rewards

Some monsters hide in dungeons. Others stalk the shadows. But the ones you'll face this weekend? They're front and center in the Battleon Coliseum, roaring for attention. Arena Master Keelia is unleashing three new beasts every month, and each is ready to test your strength, strategy, and showmanship. Are you ready to step into the ring and reap the rewards of victory? 

Introducing... Arena Master Keelia!* Once exiled from Aeris after a "minor" tournament incident (don’t ask), Keelia’s building something bigger and better in Battleon. But before we launch the next era of Arena Champions, she’s got beasts to break in… and challengers to toughen up. That means you. Show up, suit up, and step into the Coliseum!

Release Details

Read on for news about this weekend's new updates.

- Battleon Coliseum: Battle three new monsters in the /coliseum until July 31st
- Summer Events: Head to the /eventhub to find all our summer maps**
- Holiday: Friday is Independence Day in the US. Fireworks are back!
- July Seasonal Sets: Ancient + Underworld FlameMasters return
- New Bonus Sets: Upgrade to unlock the exclusive, color-customizable Celestial Centaur gear

Weekend Daily Gifts & Boosts

- Server Boost: Get double Rep, Class Points, XP, and Gold until Monday!
- Saturday: rare Shadow's Edge Polearm from the Nethershark in the /Coliseum
- Sunday: rare Void Claws gauntlet from the Void Dragon in the /Coliseum

* The /eventhub will now be on a full month duration and will automatically change over at the start of a new month instead of the first friday of a new month
** Heroes who've played DragonFable will recognize Battleon's newest Coliseum MC. 

Arena Victories = Glory & Gear!

Defeat each of this month’s three Coliseum monsters to complete Arena Master Keelia’s weekly quests. Earn Silver, Gold, and Platinum Victory Laurels to spend in the Victor’s Reward Shop... and maybe even loot a rare drop while you're at it! Members can complete a 2nd weekly quest for each monster to collect Victory Laurels even faster.

How to get Victory Laurels
Complete Keelia's quests to get Victory Laurels

• Slay the Nethershark to complete the Novice of the Coliseum quest for Silver Victory Laurels
• Slay the Void Dragon to complete the Warrior of the Coliseum quest for Gold Victory Laurels
• Slay the Chimera to complete the Champion of the Coliseum quest for Platinum Victory Laurels

New Monster Drops

Battle monsters in the Battleon Coliseum Arena map to collect new monster drops!

• Aquatic Chimera Tail, Wayward + Protean Chimera Guards (seasonal)
• Victor's Advocatus Staff + Victor's Blade Array (rare)
• Lion's Bloodrage (rare)
• The Crescent of Inferno Bow (rare)
• AntiMatter Orb Pet (rare)

Rare drops will be available through July 31st.

Spend Victory Laurels in the Merge Shop

Silver Victory Laurels are required to create:

• Angel of the Void Spines
• Arena Victor's Locks + Spikes helms
• Abandoned Undead Armor + Skull
• Acidic Raylock
• Sheathed Ivory Thorn
• Floating Sapphire Orbs

Gold Victory Laurels are required to create:

• Manifestation of the Void polearm
• Deep Void Marauder armor
• Deep Void Berserker armor
• Deep Void Marauder, Berserker, and Fugitive Morphs
• Deep Void Marauder Tail
• Mutative Void Orb Pet
• Mutative Deep Void
• Rippling Void Katana (single + dual-wield)
• Sheathed Ivory Blade
• Crux of Nyx (single + dual-wield)
• Crux of Violet (single + dual-wield)
• Sharp Crew Cut + Locks helms + morph helms

Platinum Victory Laurels are required to create:

• Phantasm Tail
• Black Moon Dagger (single + dual-wield)
• Forked Scorpion's Stinger
• Ominous BloodStaff & Arrogant BloodStaff

Seasonal Summer Events

This summer's heating up! Get your battle on... at the beach as all our seasonal Summer hubtown and rewards return in the /summerbreak map. Talk to Beleen to find all our summer shops, surf gear, and adventure zones around Lore. See the full seasonal Event Guide here.

Find all the returning seasonal items you guys love to battle through the beach in, and keep checking back as we continue to add more new gear all summer long! 

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.

July 02, 2025

Guild Spotlight: Actium

Part of the Ship. Part of the Crew. Part of the Legend.

In the vast sea of AdventureQuest guilds, where friendships are forged and memories are made, there sails a mighty guild that needs no introduction… but deserves one anyway: Actium! Founded in 2023 and led by Craiser alongside a fleet of incredible officers, this guild of 400 strong blends the battle-tested wisdom of endgame players with the warm welcoming embrace of an open harbor.

Guild at a Glance

👑 Guild Name: Actium
🗓️ Founded: January 2023
🏴‍☠️ Guild Leader: Craiser
⚔️ Officers: CTGPulSe, radiantly, Jou, Senjumaru, and Ellessa
⚓️ Guild Size: 400 members

Name Origin

The name “Actium” isn’t just cool — it's historic! The Battle of Actium was the final showdown between Octavian and Mark Antony (and Cleopatra, ofc), marking a turning point in Roman history. Likewise, the Actium Guild is a modern-day clash of titans: PvP strategists, ultra-boss battlers, fashion friends, and set-building artists from across the world. Actium is here to conquer, connect, and create!

More Than a Guild — a Global Family

What started as a small, like-minded group has grown into one of AQWorlds’ most vibrant and supportive communities. As guildmember Pomme puts it:

“Actium has made AQW fun again since my return to the game. GOAT guild.” 

But what makes Actium so great?

“We really like to laugh, share experiences, talk about life and give each other advice for both life and play,” Perry explains on Discord, who may or may not be the guild leader, but they’re definitely the guild's spokesperson, and they definitely mean what they say!

“At least once a week we organize a competition or an event for the guild—set competitions, PvP, hangouts, and more,” continues Perry. “Sometimes they also include prizes!”

Actium even has a Discord server where players chat about everything from life to lore to limited-time rares. New and returning heroes are ~always~ welcome here, and those in need of help with ultras or farming challenges won’t have to wait long before someone comes to their aid.

“Many of our guild members are end-game players with a lot of experience and a good spirit to help,” Perry notes. “We also teach those who’ve returned to the game after a long time.” 

But it’s not all battle and bravado… it’s about bonding, too! 

“The guild consists of people who have been with us since the very beginning,” Perry states. “Over time more and more members joined and we grew to be a big family.” 

And a big family they certainly are! 

Fashion, Farming, & Family Vibes

Actium is a fantasy-forged family of seasoned veterans and creative souls. Many are endgame players, some are set-building superstars, and others are happy to hype each other up. Here’s what the Actium crew has to say: 

“Never felt so at home with a guild.” – Ali
“Actium is a super fun family of people. Always got something going on.” – Jou
“The kindest, most supportive guildmates on the planet.” – Young Lu
“ACTIUM ON TOP." – Q8Ducky
“Really glad to be part of the guild. Everyone is super nice and helpful. We a family fr.” – CTGPulSe
“Generally an amazing place with alot of helpful endgame players who ease the passage to the harder contents of the game!” – Altair
“Best guild I've ever been in so far. 100% recommend.” – Kuronosuke
“W guild, W name, W community, W afk.” – mannyy
“Always a joy to be around everyone when I find the time. Makes me glad I'm still around for the game.” – Ray 

Final Words From the Helm

“The value of friendship in the guild is above all,” Perry reminds us — solid advice in-game and IRL too. “We’re good people, we like to laugh together and be with each other. The guild combines people from all over the world, connects them, and together we create Actium.” 

There’s so many reasons why so many players proudly fly the Actium flag. This guild has carved out its own corner in Lore — one filled with laughter, loyalty, and an unshakable love for the game ~and~ each other.

So if you're looking for fashion-forward friends, fearless fighters, and a community that turns AFKs into LOLs, Actium may just be your forever crew.

Join Actium today, and you’ll find more than a guild… you’ll find a home.

Battle on!
Beleen, the Actium crew, and the AQW team

PS: Wanna see more screenies from Actium? Check out their guild’s YouTube Video

July 01, 2025

Player Housing Spotlight: Dragonas95’s Undead Castle on a Giant Corpse

Welcome to Your New Favorite Death Fortress

Some players build cozy cottages. Others design elegant elven retreats. But Dragonas95? They said hecc nah and went full necromancer instead. “So how should I explain my obsession with this house???” Dragonas95 laughs — maniacally ofc. “Well I mean first off, it’s a castle on a dead dragon corpse that moves around with necromance magic. IDK what more you need than that XD.”

But we need more! And Dragonas95 delivers. 

Originally eyeing in the whimsical Cotton Candy Cottage (a solid choice, no doubt), Dragonas realized it just couldn’t contain the full scope of their shadow-saturated vision. But when they laid eyes on the ShadowScythe Castle, it was love at first sight… and love at first Shadowscythe.

The Grand Tour of Doom… with Lattes?

Dragonas’s castle has a deadly, dramatic, and dangerously caffeinated vibe. Each room is packed with personality, power, and probably a few cursed relics.

🪑 The Throne Room of Influencers 

“A throne room with the most influential people (still working on that 😦)”

Complete with an iron throne, iconic celebrities, rare dragon eggs, and skeleton guards. Game of Bones, anyone?

🥁 The Rock Venue / Ritual Chamber  

“Ancient rituals held in my basement and most importantly, a ROCK BAND 😄.”

Yes, you read that right. Most castles have creepy basements. But Dragonas has a battle-of-the-bands arena in theirs. You should expect power chords and critical hits!

🔑 The Vault of Vaults

OMG there’s so much gold! Stacks of treasures so tall they make Greenguard's economy nervous. Don’t mind the police cruiser… it’s probably fine.

💥 Castle Arena

It’s a fight to the undeath! This battleground pits the fiercest combatants in Lore against each other. Definitely need a refreshing coffee after your latest victory.  

☕ SCARBUCKS

Welcome to Lore’s most exclusive coffee shop! Try the Bone Brew, the Graveyard Grind, or a classic Skele-latte. Bring your own reusable coffee cup — because littering is for monsters!

🎮 The Gamer Den

A cozy room with plushies, toys, a gaming rig, and maybe a cursed manga collection. This is where all the dark plotting and light reading happens.

🔥 Chill in the Heat

Next to the Gamer Den is a lava-lit lounge, complete with a cauldron of fresh-brewed Moglinberry juice! Folks from all over Lore flock here if a cup of coffee is not their cup of tea.

🎄 The DoomKnight Before Christmas

It’s Christmas in July! Dragonas has dedicated the final room to the final month of the year, when Frostval festivities are in full swing. Sing carols with the Christmas crew, eye presents under the tree, and snap some selfies with some elves! Elfie Selfies, anyone?

Progress Towards Progress

Just like IRL, a house is always a work in progress, and Dragonas95’s home is no exception. Dragonas has pushed the limits of AQW player housing customization with incredible creativity and charm, and is excited to add more interactive objects in the future.

“I hope you enjoy this little achievement in my life :D.”

Life achievement unlocked, Dragonas, and Featured Housing Spotlight achieved!

With no locked doors, no moats (yet), and no shortage of ghoulish glamour, Dragonas95’s house is open to the public and absolutely worth the visit. Whether you're here to duel, admire the decor, or sip your SCARBUCKS in peace (or, um, pieces?), there’s something here for every aspiring villain, hero, or coffee connoisseur like yours truly.

Search for Dragonas95 in-game and tour their dead dragon corpse castle today!

Battle on,
Beleen, Dragonas95, and the AQW team

July 01, 2025

The FlameMasters Return

Seasonal Set available from July 1st - 31st

With Summer's heat blazing, the smartest heroes channel those flames into weapons! Our July Seasonal Set is the Ancient + Underworld FlameMaster sets. Unlock the full set and character page badge when you buy the full pack, or talk to Garek in Battleon to get individual set pieces.

Unlock the entire set: Buy pack on the website for $9.99 USD* then find all your gear in your Book of Lore badge shop.

Buy individual set items: Talk to Garek to get items from his shop in Battleon for AdventureCoins.

The Flameborn Summoners gear includes:

• Ancient FlameMaster armor
• Underworld FlameMaster armor
• 4 helms
• 4 capes
• 2 weapons
• 2 pets

* Unlocks an exclusive character page badge 

Seasonal Set Schedule

Each month, we'll feature a new set, available only during that month every year. 

The Flameborn Summoner pack was forged in the heat of creativity by Darkon, with inspiration and input from LHG, Photoshop artist extraordinaire.

Now Available: July's Elemental Chronomancer of Fire 

Summer is heating up, and that means... it's time to get ELEMENTAL with the Chronomancer of Fire! Find our newest addition to the seasonal Elemental Chronomancer series in your Featured Gear Shop until July 31st.

The Elemental Chronomancer of Fire set contains:

• 1 Armor
• 2 Helms*
• 1 Rune back cape
• 1 Ground rune
• 1 Polearm

The Rune back cape each month will be available for free players so you can collect them all! 

Seasonal Set Schedule

Each month, we'll feature a new set, available only during that month every year. 

*You can click to show/hide the goggles and mask on each helm in the Darkness set.
** And as an added bonus during the holidays... the Elemental Chronomancer of Dessert will also arrive. Because Twig's Plane of Breakfast is riddled with boulders of ice cream and rivers of hot fudge... just to help you stay in the /party mood.

June 27, 2025

FIN-Tastic Summer Rares

DIVE Into Danger with Fin-tastic New Gear

From deep below the surface, out of the depths of the digital abyss... the Mechalodon Prime has risen! Forged from sea and steel and glowing with neon fury, with these equips you'll be able to turn the tide of ANY battle.

Find the fully color-customizable set and more in your Featured Gear Shop until August 31st.

Rare Mechalodon Prime set

• color-customizable Mechalodon Prime armor
• FinTech Razrblade Helm
• Amphibious RazrFin Mask
• Hydra-Core Rudder, Stabilizer, and combo Unit capes
• Shredwake Electrosensors
• Shredwake HydroCore Unit
• Supercharged TideStriker Whip (single + dual-wield variant)
• Mechalodon Prime Floret
• Mechalodon Electroshield Gauntlet + Armaments

Beachin' New Pets and Weapons

• seasonal Sharkenguin pet, mace, and dagger*
• rare GrimSkull Dragon Pet 
• rare Jimmy the Shark's Eye Pet (AC + member-gold variants)

Plus, battle the Nereid Princess boss in the /sunkencity to get the Sharkenguin Plushie Floor Item!