Guild Wars 2: The Icebrood Saga Episode One Release Date Announced

The newest addition to the Icebrood Saga in Guild Wars 2, ‘Whisper in the Dark,’ has received a release date of November 19, 2019.

‘Whisper in the Dark’ will contain new story content as well as new gameplay systems and activities. Alongside the announcement of a release date, ArenaNet released a trailer for the episode.

The features to be introduced in the next Guild Wars 2 update include:

• “A new map, the Bjora Marches.
• Four new multi-tier Mastery tracks fueled by norn spirit magic: Essence Manipulation and Raven Attunement.
• Three new Strike Mission bosses, including the grim and sinister Boneskinner, that rotate weekly and provide unique rewards for players who defeat them.
• A new two-tier upgradable Ancient Boreal weapon set.
• A new Raven-inspired exotic scepter skin.
• A campfire s’mores roasting kit.”

As a hook for the upcoming episode, ArenaNet also provided a description of the content:

“In the distant reaches of the Northern Shiverpeaks, hunters stalk the long night. Whispers scratch at the minds of the Kodan and Norn who call these rugged mountains home, while sightings abound of an antlered beast dragging unsuspecting victims into the trees. As the Commander chases charr Imperator Bangar Ruinbringer deep into the mountains to stop him from trying to awaken the Elder Dragon Jormag, players will discover that one of the Vigil’s most distant mountain watch posts has been attacked and its inhabitants slaughtered, leaving none alive. What lurking foes have yet to reveal themselves?”

‘Whisper in the Dark’ will be free to all players who own a copy of Guild Wars 2: Path of Fire. As an added promotional bonus, players who purchase their favorite sandwich from a Quiznos location in North America or Canada will receive a code for an in-game Icebrood Saga Hero’s Bundle. This bundle includes “an Item Booster, Karma Booster, XP booster, 10 slot bag, and an Icebrood Saga ogre mini.” This promotion ends on November 30, 2019.

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