Difference between revisions of "Return to Britannia"

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==Major Updates==
 
==Major Updates==
* '''2014''': [[Vice vs Virtue]] replaced factions, all loot now generated via Random Number Generation System, Advisors Return
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* '''2014''': [[Vice vs Virtue]] has replaced factions, all loot now generated by the [[Random Magic Item Generation System]], [[Counselor]]s return
* '''2013''':  
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* '''2013''': [[Weapon]]s have had stats rebalanced, players are now elected to control NPC cities
* '''2012''':  
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* '''2012''': Revamped dungeons [[Despise]], [[Covetous]], and [[Wrong]] with new puzzles and monsters
* '''2011''':  
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* '''2011''': [[Arena]]s added for dueling, [[Magincia]] is rebuilt
* '''2010''': [[High Seas]] expanion with new ships and [[Fishing]] enhancements
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* '''2010''': [[High Seas]] expansion with new ships and [[Fishing]] enhancements
* '''2009''':  
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* '''2009''': [[Stygian Abyss]] expansion with new [[Gargoyle]] player race, new skills, most intricate dungeon to date
* '''2008''':
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For a more comprehensive overview of major changes to UO view the [[Changelog]] article.
 
For a more comprehensive overview of major changes to UO view the [[Changelog]] article.
  
 
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! style="background-color:#9f3215; color:#FFFFFF; width="50%" | Events
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! style="background-color:#9f3215; color:#FFFFFF; width: 50%;" | Advisors
 
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[[File:Event_moderator_paperdoll.png|left]]Section here about [[Event Moderator]]s with links to more information
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[[File:Event_moderator_paperdoll.png|left]]For many years now [[Event Moderator]]s have run unique events on all shards. They are similar to how [[Seer]]s used to be. They also push along story lines set out by the UO Team, but add their own flavor to each shard. Check out [[Event_Moderator#Event_Moderator_Websites|your shard's website]] for upcoming events.
 
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[[File:Advisor_paperdoll.png|left]][[Advisor]]s have recently been added to the game in a role very similar to what [[Counselor]]s used to be. They can answer game questions, move stuck corpses or monster spawns, or move a stuck player. They will also contact a [[Game Master]] if you need further assistance.
 
[[File:Advisor_paperdoll.png|left]][[Advisor]]s have recently been added to the game in a role very similar to what [[Counselor]]s used to be. They can answer game questions, move stuck corpses or monster spawns, or move a stuck player. They will also contact a [[Game Master]] if you need further assistance.
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==Client Download==
 
==Client Download==
 
There are two versions of the UO client:
 
There are two versions of the UO client:
* '''Classic''': The original
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* '''Classic''': The original version
 
* '''Enhanced''': Updated graphics and customizable user interface.
 
* '''Enhanced''': Updated graphics and customizable user interface.
  
 
[http://uo.com/Client-Download Click here to visit the official client download page]
 
[http://uo.com/Client-Download Click here to visit the official client download page]
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==Account Management==
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If you have been away for a while, the account management system could be a little confusing. All accounts are now put under a master EA account. The UO team has created [http://www.uo.com/How-do-I-log-my-account a guide] that will walk you through the process of the new system. You also need to link old accounts to your new master account.
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* [http://www.uo.com/How-do-I-log-my-account Account Management Support]
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* [https://accounts.eamythic.com/ Account Management Login]
  
 
==Community Links==
 
==Community Links==

Revision as of 04:55, 11 October 2014

Return to britannia 17 years.png
Welcome back Avatar. Whether it has been a short time or many years, learn about the changes in Britannia since your absence.

Currently all good standing UO accounts can be logged into without renewing a subscription. Simply download and install the game client to try out all the new changes. This promotion lasts until October 31, 2014.

Major Updates

For a more comprehensive overview of major changes to UO view the Changelog article.

Events Advisors
Event moderator paperdoll.png
For many years now Event Moderators have run unique events on all shards. They are similar to how Seers used to be. They also push along story lines set out by the UO Team, but add their own flavor to each shard. Check out your shard's website for upcoming events.
Advisor paperdoll.png
Advisors have recently been added to the game in a role very similar to what Counselors used to be. They can answer game questions, move stuck corpses or monster spawns, or move a stuck player. They will also contact a Game Master if you need further assistance.


Client Download

There are two versions of the UO client:

  • Classic: The original version
  • Enhanced: Updated graphics and customizable user interface.

Click here to visit the official client download page

Account Management

If you have been away for a while, the account management system could be a little confusing. All accounts are now put under a master EA account. The UO team has created a guide that will walk you through the process of the new system. You also need to link old accounts to your new master account.

Community Links

For lots more links to UO related websites see the Community Portal page (always accessible from red banner menu).