Post by Zeli on Oct 21, 2006 8:16:59 GMT -5
Three article on the Empire have come out:
1.
source: PC Gamezone
pc.gamezone.com/news/10_20_06_01_11PM.htm
2.
source: Worth Playing
www.worthplaying.com/article.php?sid=38061&mode=thread&order=0
'Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning' - The Empire Army Revealed
Posted on Friday, October 20 @ 11:51:04 PDT
The Empire is the largest realm of Men in the Warhammer world and its army forms the frontline in the ongoing war against Chaos. As the Age of Reckoning commences, the Empire, along with its allies, the Dwarfs and High Elves, is caught in a bitter struggle against the Armies of Destruction.
The Empire and the Forming of the Alliance of Order
When the Age of Reckoning begins, the Empire is caught in the grip of a deadly Chaos Plague that transforms its victims into mindless, savage killers. Emperor Karl Franz struggles to maintain order as the plague spreads rapidly across the whole of the Empire. Looting and robbery become commonplace as roaming gangs of brigands and ruffians overwhelm the embattled provincial sheriffs who struggle to maintain law and order in the Empire’s more remote settlements. The appearance of a strange omen – an eclipse that turns the sky as red as blood – seems to confirm the worst fears of the Empire’s citizens. Have the end times finally come?
It is on the day of the red eclipse that a great Chaos warhost led by a formidable Champion of Tzeentch begins its march southward toward the Empire. When the Emperor learns of this new menace, he is greatly troubled. In such desperate times, he might call upon the nearby Dwarfs for aid. The Dwarfs, however, have troubles of their own. A great Waaagh! has stormed into the World’s Edge Mountains and captured Karak Eight Peaks. The horde is led by an Orc Warboss of incredible strength and a Shaman with powers never before seen.
Deprived of his nearest ally, the Emperor sends word to Phoenix King of Ulthuan, asking for any aid the Lord of the High Elves can give. Knowing that the security of the Empire is ultimately linked to the survival of Ulthuan, the wise Phoenix King sends a battalion of warriors sailing eastward for the shores of the Old World.
Upon arriving in the Empire, the High Elves learn that their own island home is under assault by the Dark Elves. Knowing that the only way the Dwarfs, High Elves and people of the Empire can hope to survive is through a strong Alliance, the Emperor holds a great Council of Wisdom in the Imperial capital of Altdorf, and the Alliance of Order is born.
Warhammer Online Features :
* Based on Games Workshop's popular Warhammer fantasy world. Dominated by force of arms and magic, this world provides a rich setting for hundreds of thousands of players to experience the epic nature of war and the glory of battle.
* Join one of six Armies and fight for the Armies of Order (Dwarf, High Elf and Empire) or the Armies of Destruction (Greenskin, Dark Elf, or Chaos). Wage war across three unique battlefronts.
* Next generation Realm vs. Realm game system integrating both PvP combat and PvE quests on the same map in support of the greater war.
* Engage in four levels of RvR combat:
o Skirmishes: Incidental PvP combat
o Battlefields: Objective-based battles in the game world
o Scenarios: Instanced, point-based battles balanced with NPC Dogs of War
o Campaigns: The invasion of enemy lands culminating in the assault on their capital city
* Undertake a wide variety of PvE quest types related to an army's war efforts, including:
o Public quests that benefit from the participation of the entire army
o Conflict quests that pit players against an enemy with opposing goals
o Branching quests that let you choose the outcome of the quest and your reward
o Xmas quests that reward exploration with high value loot
* A robust combat system introduces Player Tactics (earned powers you equip prior to battle) and Morale Skills (combat options that increase in power when the momentum of battle is in your favor).
* Player models that change to reflect the relative power of a character (i.e., Orcs grow in size and Dwarfs' beards get longer). Customizable armor and a visual guild system allow a player to make their character truly unique.
* Embark on an epic quest to complete the Tome of Knowledge and unlock Warhammer lore, detailed monster information, and major story plotlines.
* Online play requires a subscription and Internet connection.
3.
source: MMORPG QJ.net
mmorpg.qj.net/Warhammer-first-images-of-the-Empire-Army/pg/49/aid/70060
Images can also be found on IGN here: media.pc.ign.com/media/748/748723/imgs_1.html
1.
source: PC Gamezone
pc.gamezone.com/news/10_20_06_01_11PM.htm
October 20, 2006
EA Mythic Unchains First Images of the Empire Army from Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning
The Most Powerful Kingdom of Men in the Old World Revealed for the First Time
The first images of the Empire Army from "Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning" ("WAR") are now available. The art of the Empire, the third army - out of six - to be unveiled from "WAR," reveals the new Bright Wizard and Warrior Priest careers, a heavily-armed female Bandit, and the unique architecture the realm. Included with the assets is a brief backstory detailing the current plight of the Empire and the formation of the Alliance of Order, which can be read below.
The Empire is the largest realm of Men in the Warhammer world and its army forms the frontline in the ongoing war against Chaos. As the Age of Reckoning commences, the Empire, along with its allies, the Dwarfs and High Elves, is caught in a bitter struggle against the Armies of Destruction.
Based on Games Workshop’s epic fantasy war game, "WAR" features revolutionary Realm vs. Real(R) (RvR) gameplay and is scheduled for release on the PC in fall 2007. For more information, please visit www.warhammeronline.com.
Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning PC screenshots
Click here: pc.gamezone.com/gamesell/screens/s29066.htm to see the new Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning images.
Warhammer® Online: Age of Reckoning: The Empire and the Forming of the Alliance of Order
When the Age of Reckoning begins, the Empire is caught in the grip of a deadly Chaos Plague that transforms its victims into mindless, savage killers. Emperor Karl Franz struggles to maintain order as the plague spreads rapidly across the whole of the Empire. Looting and robbery become commonplace as roaming gangs of brigands and ruffians overwhelm the embattled provincial sheriffs who struggle to maintain law and order in the Empire’s more remote settlements. The appearance of a strange omen – an eclipse that turns the sky as red as blood – seems to confirm the worst fears of the Empire’s citizens. Have the end times finally come?
It is on the day of the red eclipse that a great Chaos warhost led by a formidable Champion of Tzeentch begins its march southward toward the Empire. When the Emperor learns of this new menace, he is greatly troubled. In such desperate times, he might call upon the nearby Dwarfs for aid. The Dwarfs, however, have troubles of their own. A great Waaagh! has stormed into the World’s Edge Mountains and captured Karak Eight Peaks. The horde is led by an Orc Warboss of incredible strength and a Shaman with powers never before seen.
Deprived of his nearest ally, the Emperor sends word to Phoenix King of Ulthuan, asking for any aid the Lord of the High Elves can give. Knowing that the security of the Empire is ultimately linked to the survival of Ulthuan, the wise Phoenix King sends a battalion of warriors sailing eastward for the shores of the Old World.
Upon arriving in the Empire, the High Elves learn that their own island home is under assault by the Dark Elves. Knowing that the only way the Dwarfs, High Elves and people of the Empire can hope to survive is through a strong Alliance, the Emperor holds a great Council of Wisdom in the Imperial capital of Altdorf, and the Alliance of Order is born.
EA Mythic Unchains First Images of the Empire Army from Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning
The Most Powerful Kingdom of Men in the Old World Revealed for the First Time
The first images of the Empire Army from "Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning" ("WAR") are now available. The art of the Empire, the third army - out of six - to be unveiled from "WAR," reveals the new Bright Wizard and Warrior Priest careers, a heavily-armed female Bandit, and the unique architecture the realm. Included with the assets is a brief backstory detailing the current plight of the Empire and the formation of the Alliance of Order, which can be read below.
The Empire is the largest realm of Men in the Warhammer world and its army forms the frontline in the ongoing war against Chaos. As the Age of Reckoning commences, the Empire, along with its allies, the Dwarfs and High Elves, is caught in a bitter struggle against the Armies of Destruction.
Based on Games Workshop’s epic fantasy war game, "WAR" features revolutionary Realm vs. Real(R) (RvR) gameplay and is scheduled for release on the PC in fall 2007. For more information, please visit www.warhammeronline.com.
Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning PC screenshots
Click here: pc.gamezone.com/gamesell/screens/s29066.htm to see the new Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning images.
Warhammer® Online: Age of Reckoning: The Empire and the Forming of the Alliance of Order
When the Age of Reckoning begins, the Empire is caught in the grip of a deadly Chaos Plague that transforms its victims into mindless, savage killers. Emperor Karl Franz struggles to maintain order as the plague spreads rapidly across the whole of the Empire. Looting and robbery become commonplace as roaming gangs of brigands and ruffians overwhelm the embattled provincial sheriffs who struggle to maintain law and order in the Empire’s more remote settlements. The appearance of a strange omen – an eclipse that turns the sky as red as blood – seems to confirm the worst fears of the Empire’s citizens. Have the end times finally come?
It is on the day of the red eclipse that a great Chaos warhost led by a formidable Champion of Tzeentch begins its march southward toward the Empire. When the Emperor learns of this new menace, he is greatly troubled. In such desperate times, he might call upon the nearby Dwarfs for aid. The Dwarfs, however, have troubles of their own. A great Waaagh! has stormed into the World’s Edge Mountains and captured Karak Eight Peaks. The horde is led by an Orc Warboss of incredible strength and a Shaman with powers never before seen.
Deprived of his nearest ally, the Emperor sends word to Phoenix King of Ulthuan, asking for any aid the Lord of the High Elves can give. Knowing that the security of the Empire is ultimately linked to the survival of Ulthuan, the wise Phoenix King sends a battalion of warriors sailing eastward for the shores of the Old World.
Upon arriving in the Empire, the High Elves learn that their own island home is under assault by the Dark Elves. Knowing that the only way the Dwarfs, High Elves and people of the Empire can hope to survive is through a strong Alliance, the Emperor holds a great Council of Wisdom in the Imperial capital of Altdorf, and the Alliance of Order is born.
2.
source: Worth Playing
www.worthplaying.com/article.php?sid=38061&mode=thread&order=0
'Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning' - The Empire Army Revealed
Posted on Friday, October 20 @ 11:51:04 PDT
The Empire is the largest realm of Men in the Warhammer world and its army forms the frontline in the ongoing war against Chaos. As the Age of Reckoning commences, the Empire, along with its allies, the Dwarfs and High Elves, is caught in a bitter struggle against the Armies of Destruction.
The Empire and the Forming of the Alliance of Order
When the Age of Reckoning begins, the Empire is caught in the grip of a deadly Chaos Plague that transforms its victims into mindless, savage killers. Emperor Karl Franz struggles to maintain order as the plague spreads rapidly across the whole of the Empire. Looting and robbery become commonplace as roaming gangs of brigands and ruffians overwhelm the embattled provincial sheriffs who struggle to maintain law and order in the Empire’s more remote settlements. The appearance of a strange omen – an eclipse that turns the sky as red as blood – seems to confirm the worst fears of the Empire’s citizens. Have the end times finally come?
It is on the day of the red eclipse that a great Chaos warhost led by a formidable Champion of Tzeentch begins its march southward toward the Empire. When the Emperor learns of this new menace, he is greatly troubled. In such desperate times, he might call upon the nearby Dwarfs for aid. The Dwarfs, however, have troubles of their own. A great Waaagh! has stormed into the World’s Edge Mountains and captured Karak Eight Peaks. The horde is led by an Orc Warboss of incredible strength and a Shaman with powers never before seen.
Deprived of his nearest ally, the Emperor sends word to Phoenix King of Ulthuan, asking for any aid the Lord of the High Elves can give. Knowing that the security of the Empire is ultimately linked to the survival of Ulthuan, the wise Phoenix King sends a battalion of warriors sailing eastward for the shores of the Old World.
Upon arriving in the Empire, the High Elves learn that their own island home is under assault by the Dark Elves. Knowing that the only way the Dwarfs, High Elves and people of the Empire can hope to survive is through a strong Alliance, the Emperor holds a great Council of Wisdom in the Imperial capital of Altdorf, and the Alliance of Order is born.
Warhammer Online Features :
* Based on Games Workshop's popular Warhammer fantasy world. Dominated by force of arms and magic, this world provides a rich setting for hundreds of thousands of players to experience the epic nature of war and the glory of battle.
* Join one of six Armies and fight for the Armies of Order (Dwarf, High Elf and Empire) or the Armies of Destruction (Greenskin, Dark Elf, or Chaos). Wage war across three unique battlefronts.
* Next generation Realm vs. Realm game system integrating both PvP combat and PvE quests on the same map in support of the greater war.
* Engage in four levels of RvR combat:
o Skirmishes: Incidental PvP combat
o Battlefields: Objective-based battles in the game world
o Scenarios: Instanced, point-based battles balanced with NPC Dogs of War
o Campaigns: The invasion of enemy lands culminating in the assault on their capital city
* Undertake a wide variety of PvE quest types related to an army's war efforts, including:
o Public quests that benefit from the participation of the entire army
o Conflict quests that pit players against an enemy with opposing goals
o Branching quests that let you choose the outcome of the quest and your reward
o Xmas quests that reward exploration with high value loot
* A robust combat system introduces Player Tactics (earned powers you equip prior to battle) and Morale Skills (combat options that increase in power when the momentum of battle is in your favor).
* Player models that change to reflect the relative power of a character (i.e., Orcs grow in size and Dwarfs' beards get longer). Customizable armor and a visual guild system allow a player to make their character truly unique.
* Embark on an epic quest to complete the Tome of Knowledge and unlock Warhammer lore, detailed monster information, and major story plotlines.
* Online play requires a subscription and Internet connection.
3.
source: MMORPG QJ.net
mmorpg.qj.net/Warhammer-first-images-of-the-Empire-Army/pg/49/aid/70060
Warhammer: first images of the Empire Army
Posted Oct 20, 2006 at 11:42AM
by Alaric S.
Listed in: Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning,
Screenshots Tags: Mythic Entertainment
EA Mythic has released the first battalion of images of the Empire Army from Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning. The third army includes Bright Wizard in a striking blood-red/flame-orange Bob-Mackie-like ensemble topped with Don King's hairstyle. A Warrior Priest who, from his outfit, obviously does not preach brotherly love. A female Bandit so heavily armed we think she's going out on a date with Kobe Bryant.
The new images also give us a glimpse of the architecture of the Warhammer world which we can only describe as hell for people who do clean windows. And a golden statue of Emperor Franz
Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning begins when the Empire falls under the spell of a deadly Chaos Plague more terrible than bird flu. It transforms its victims into mindless, savage killers. Emperor Karl Franz has the unenviable job of keeping order as the plague spreads across the whole of the Empire.
Looting and robbery replace commerce. Gangs and ruffians take over the streets. As if these are not clear enough signs that the Empire is headed for trouble, a strange omen – an eclipse that turns the sky as red as blood – appears. The only good news here is that real estate property prices have nowhere to go but down.
This epic fantasy war game features a revolutionary Realm vs. Realm(R) (RvR) gameplay and will be released on the PC in Fall 2007.
Posted Oct 20, 2006 at 11:42AM
by Alaric S.
Listed in: Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning,
Screenshots Tags: Mythic Entertainment
EA Mythic has released the first battalion of images of the Empire Army from Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning. The third army includes Bright Wizard in a striking blood-red/flame-orange Bob-Mackie-like ensemble topped with Don King's hairstyle. A Warrior Priest who, from his outfit, obviously does not preach brotherly love. A female Bandit so heavily armed we think she's going out on a date with Kobe Bryant.
The new images also give us a glimpse of the architecture of the Warhammer world which we can only describe as hell for people who do clean windows. And a golden statue of Emperor Franz
Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning begins when the Empire falls under the spell of a deadly Chaos Plague more terrible than bird flu. It transforms its victims into mindless, savage killers. Emperor Karl Franz has the unenviable job of keeping order as the plague spreads across the whole of the Empire.
Looting and robbery replace commerce. Gangs and ruffians take over the streets. As if these are not clear enough signs that the Empire is headed for trouble, a strange omen – an eclipse that turns the sky as red as blood – appears. The only good news here is that real estate property prices have nowhere to go but down.
This epic fantasy war game features a revolutionary Realm vs. Realm(R) (RvR) gameplay and will be released on the PC in Fall 2007.
Images can also be found on IGN here: media.pc.ign.com/media/748/748723/imgs_1.html