Morrowind Comes To The Elder Scrolls Online
This morning, Bethesda took to Twitch to announce the next chapter of The Elder Scrolls Online story, that will see players once again venture to the realm of Morrowind.
Players will be introduced to an enormous new zone, a new player class, more than 30 hours of main story content, a new Trial, and a new three-team, 4v4v4 PvP mode, The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind will be the biggest addition to The Elder Scrolls Online yet, offering a new adventure for ESO veterans as well as a fresh Elder Scrolls saga for players new to the game.
Rather than breaking down all the news, locations, player classes and such, here it is direct from their announcement.
RETURN TO MORROWIND
Vvardenfell is the largest zone added to The Elder Scrolls Online since launch and utilizes the same geographic footprint as The Elder Scrolls III, including all key points of interest from the classic game. Players will embark on a dangerous journey through legendary locales in Vvardenfell, 700 years before the events of The Elder Scrolls III, from the docks of Seyda Neen, to the volcanic Ashlands, to dense, mushroom-filled forests, and through the glory of Vivec City, still under construction in this time period.
NEW CLASS – THE WARDEN
Players will harness nature-based magic to master the powerful new character class - The Warden. The Warden is the first new class since launch of ESO and true to ESO and the Elder Scrolls franchise, the player will have the freedom to select from a number of abilities that enable a variety of play styles. The Warden also introduces a devastating new combat ally – the War Bear – a ferocious fighter will stay by the Warden’s side through the most intense battles.
AN INCREDIBLE ELDER SCROLLS STORY
Set roughly 700 years prior to the events of The Elder Scrolls III, The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind will take gamers on a sweeping adventure through the legendary Vvardenfell, featuring iconic locations, characters, and storylines that will instill nostalgia with longtime Elder Scrolls fans and extend ESO’s narrative into a new chapter. Morrowind is in dire peril and it’s up to player heroes to help Vivec, the legendary warrior-poet and Guardian of Vvardenfell, solve the mystery of his mysterious illness, regain his strength – and save the world from ultimate destruction.
NEW PvP MODE -- BATTLEGROUNDS
The Elder Scrolls Online is renowned for open world PvP battles, pitting hundreds of players in a massive battle for supremacy in Cyrodiil. The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind will introduce a new PvP mode – Battlegrounds – intense 4v4v4 battles in arena-like environments. Players take the battle to the Ashlands to claim their place among the fiercest and most accomplished combat veterans in Tamriel.
RELEASE AND VERSION DETAILS; PRE-ORDER BONUSES
The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind will release globally for PC, Mac, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One on June 6, 2017. The game is now available for pre-order on all platforms.
Existing players can purchase the new content only, or if you are coming into the game brand new, there is also full versions offering up everything the game will offer, here are the official descriptions.
Physical Standard Edition (AUD$99.95 / NZD$119.99 on PS4 and Xbox One and AUD$89.95 / NZD$99.99 on PC):Includes The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind as well as The Elder Scrolls Online: Tamriel Unlimited.
- Upgrade Edition (AUD$59.95 / NZD$69.95): Existing players can upgrade their current game to unlock the new The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind content.
- Digital Collector’s Edition (AUD$114.95 / NZD$139.95): A special collection of in-game bonuses are available through the Digital Collector’s Edition, including:
- Collector’s Edition Grey Bear – An exclusive grey War Bear for use while playing as the Warden.
- Armored War Horse – Players can charge into battle atop this steed clad in armor fashioned with ancient Dwarven plate.
- Dwarven Spider Pet – A personal Dwarven Spider is ready for adventure through Vvardenfell.
- Morag Tong Converter – Players can flaunt their commitment to the assassins by customizing their gear with the distinct style of the Morag Tong.
- Character Emotes – Celebrate victory in the battlegrounds with this bundle of exclusive emotes.
- Includes all in-game rewards contained in the Pre-Order Bonus “Discovery Pack.”
- Includes The Elder Scrolls Online: Tamriel Unlimited.
- Digital Collector’s Upgrade (AUD$99.95 / NZD$119.95): Existing players who only need an upgrade can grab all the digital goodies from the Digital Collector’s Edition with the Digital Collector’s Upgrade.
- Physical Collector’s Edition (AUD$139.95 / NZD $149.99)The ultimate fan of The Elder Scrolls Online can grab the Collector’s Edition, which contains everything included in the Digital Collector’s Edition, as well as.
- Dwarven Colossus Statue – Recreated with the help of sacred Dwarven texts, this 12” tall replica of the Colossus that starred in the announcement trailer stands ready to defend treasures.
- Naryu’s Journal – A full-color, large-format book chronicling Morag Tong assassin Naryu’s pursuit of a conspiracy across Tamriel. Illustrated with a broad array of concept art.
- Map of Morrowind – Players can chart adventures throughout Vvardenfell with this handy map at their side.
- Exclusive Game Case – A limited edition metallic case bearing the marks of Vivec and the Tribunal.
- Includes all in-game rewards contained in the Pre-Order Bonus “Discovery Pack.”
- Includes The Elder Scrolls Online: Tamriel Unlimited.
PRE-ORDER BONUS -- THE DISCOVERY PACK: Fans who pre-order The Elder Scrolls Online: Morrowind will be rewarded with a collection of exclusive in-game bonuses, including:
- Exclusive Warden Costume – An exclusive costume available for all classes that matches the Warden’s outfit as seen in the announcement trailer.
- Dwarven War Dog Pet – A unique armored non-combat in-game pet.
- Treasure Maps – Maps detailing the location of Vvardenfell’s greatest rewards.
- Dwarven Crown Crate – A special Crown Crate with a chance to contain Dwarven-themed mounts, pets, costumes, and more.
- Experience Scrolls – Advance through Vvardenfell gaining 50% more experience points for two hours.
The expansion is out on June 6th, so be sure to keep track of it as more details are announced ahead of launch.
