A new TERA patch is in the starting blocks, and we want to give you a little taste of what’s to come! Click onto our TERA livestream on 9/12/2020 at 6:00 PM CET (12 PM EST):
https://www.twitch.tv/teraeurope

Our Game Designer Atmorph will be presenting all the most important goodies in the new patch. You can look forward to the following topics:

• New difficulty levels for dungeons
  
• Improved trading card system
  
• Additional in-game drops
  
• New mounts, costumes, furniture and quite a bit more

Note: the stream will only be available in English – have fun!

See you on Twitch!
The TERA Team

Face some tricky challenges in a brand-new dungeon system: you’ll have **more dungeon entries** available to you, including for especially **demanding instances**, and there’s **new NPC costumes and partners** to enjoy among your hard-earned loot. In addition, the **trading card system** is getting a makeover. All of this and much more is packed into patch 101—the last patch of 2020.


In the future, the new dungeon system will allow you to adjust the difficulty of existing dungeons just to your liking. The first instances you’ll be able to try out this new feature on are the Akalath Quarantine, the Draakon Arena, the Red Refuge, and Velik’s Sanctuary.
To adjust a dungeon’s difficulty, simply head to the teleportal of your chosen instance and click the “Play Dungeon” button. A new menu will then appear where you can select the desired difficulty level—and the recommended item level will be conveniently displayed at the same time.
Remember that while you can enjoy increased drop rates in tougher dungeons, entering them also costs more Adventure Coins.


Your card album’s also getting a makeover: now not only can you collect lots of great new cards, but you can also find a completely new type of trading card—rare (blue) ones!
What’s more, in the future you’ll no longer be frustrated by duplicates of cards you already own: With the Card Fragment Fusion feature, you can combine 4 existing card fragments into a new one. Do so and you’ll receive either a card fragment of the same grade, or with a bit of luck you could even come away with a higher-grade card fragment!


Just like in the summer with Hagufna’s Body Armor, in patch 101 you can once again get your hands on a costume belonging to a powerful boss: Lakan’s Evil God Armor Set! Collect tokens for this armor by completing daily quests—or get lucky and snarf his weapon (for lancers) and cloak as loot in Velik’s Sanctuary!
You can now also acquire Kalligar as a partner in the Draakon Arena, who also has a powerful special effect!

All of this and much more is coming your way in patch 101!

Have fun!
The TERA Team

This December is absolutely packed with action in TERA! Read on to find out more about what’s coming up.
Just want a quick overview? Then take a look at our event calendar .


1st December 2020 (9 AM CET, 3 AM EST) to 12th January 2021 (9 AM CET, 3 AM EST)
Wintera’s special battleground is opening its doors to fans of a good snowball fight!
Sign up from level 11 using the battleground matching system up to 10 times per day, make your snowballs, and beat your opponents! Last man standing in teams of 10 vs 10 played over 3 rounds. Class-specific skills are disabled and all players have the same amount of health. Victory earns you 40 Snowfield Trophies, and defeat 20 Snowfield Trophies, which your can exchange for winter costumes, fishing bait, and new Christmas stamps.
As patch 101 will be released during this event, a few small details such as the rewards will change.


4th December 2020 (9 AM CET, 3 AM EST) to 8th December 2020 (9 AM CET, 3 AM EST)
Seven days of heart-pounding dungeon action! During the event, entering the listed dungeons will only cost a fraction of the usual Adventure Coins. Seek out a different deadly opponent each and every day. Rally your allies, unpack your best gear and get ready to give those bosses a thrashing!

• Gossamer Vault for 150 adventure coins (instead of 200)
  
• Antaroth’s Abyss (Hard) for 150 adventure coins (instead of 200)
  
• Grotto of Lost Souls (Hard) for 150 adventure coins (instead of 200)
  
• Akalath Quarantine for 150 adventure coins (instead of 200)
  
• Draakon Arena for 150 adventure coins (instead of 200)
  
• Sky Cruiser Endeavor for 150 adventure coins (instead of 230)
  
• Bahaar’s Sanctum for 200 adventure coins (instead of 280)
  
• Corrupted Skynest for 200 adventure coins (instead of 280)
  
• Forbidden Arena for 200 adventure coins (instead of 280)

10th December 2020 (6 PM CET, 12 PM EST) to 14th December 2020 (8 AM CET, 2 AM EST)
During the event, your chances of loot in the following dungeons is doubled:

• Bahaar’s Sanctum
  
• Corrupted Skynest
  
• Forbidden Arena
  
• Forbidden Arena [Nightmare Undying Warlord]
  
• Corrupted Skynest (Hard)
  
• Draakon Arena (Hard)
  
• Forbidden Arena [Undying War God]
  
• Sky Cruiser Endeavor (Hard)
  
• Timescape (Hard)
  
• Commander’s Residence

15th December 2020 (9 AM CET, 3 AM EST) to 12th January 2021 (9 AM CET, 3 AM EST)
Valor is its own reward! Complete the Vanguard Initiative quest by giving Velik’s Sanctuary a good clearing out and earn tokens in reward. Exchange these for great items such as the Evil God’s Armor.


15th December 2020 (9 AM CET, 3 AM EST) to 12th January 2021 (9 AM CET, 3 AM EST)
Always wished you could give your enemies a kicking as a god like Woden or Thunor? Then complete the new Guardian Legion mission and earn tokens in reward, which you can exchange for costumes for the two Germanic gods. By Wayland’s anvil, this is gonna be fun!


24th December 2020 (9 AM CET, 3 AM EST) to 29th December 2020 (9 AM CET, 3 AM EST)
Enjoy the tasty soup at Christmas and harness its power! During the event we’ll give you rice cake soups with extra-powerful effects for your time online (up to 6 hours). Hungry for more? With a bit of luck you’ll also be able to bag the tasty soup as jackpots in dungeons.
Note: The soups cannot be used in ranked content. The effects cannot be combined with each other. They are only available until the end of the event.

Soups and their effects:

Rice Cake Soup with Red Beans
Increases the chance to crit by 2900%
Rice Cake Soup with Dumplings
Increases power by 200% and attack speed by 20%
Rice Cake Soup with Egg
Increases power by 50%, attack speed by 10%, and skill damage by 50%
New Year’s Rice Cake Soup
Reduces the cooldown of all skills by 80%, and increases MP regeneration per sec


24th December 2020 (6 PM CET, 12 PM EST) to 28th December 2020 (8 AM CET, 2 AM EST)
Your partners run like the wind and won’t stop for anything. They’ll return from their adventuring twice as fast as normal during this time, so take advantage of the 50% shorter adventure times and haul in that loot!


30th December 2020 (6 PM CET, 12 PM EST) to 2nd January 2021 (8 AM CET, 2 AM EST)
In this event your partners will be extra meticulous on their hunt for loot, either bringing home 50% more items than usual, or benefiting from a 50% greater chance to bag rare items.

Hello TERA players,


Unfortunately we have some bad news today. It’s with a heavy heart that we must sadly announce the closure of the TERA Battle Arena (aka TBA).

We wish to thank everyone who provided us with such great feedback during the TBA beta phase! Based on the responses, however, we have had to make the difficult decision to close both TBA and the Core zone. We’ll close the game mode down with the server maintenance for the release of update B102 in the new year.


Don’t worry, there are no other downsides to this change for you. Afterwards, you will be fully recompensed in Tikat for any items you purchased with that currency for the TBA mode. If you still have Tikat in your balance, this can continue to be used in the TERA MMO as usual.


Please make sure to remove all unclaimed items from the item claim before the mode closes down, as unclaimed items (incl. Tikat) will not be refunded.


We apologize for this sad news, particularly as we know some of you had a lot of fun with the TBA game mode.


We’ll keep you up to date on further developments.

The TERA Team

Starting today, you can re-enter 3 forgotten event dungeons, right through December and into the new year! The entrances to these rediscovered dungeons can be entered by players from anywhere in the Gameforge family – Europe, North America, Russia and Southeast Asia!


You’ll have to travel to Highwatch to find your way into these instances. NPCs will be standing on the main square to teleport you to an instance. Afterwards you can exchange the tokens you get from the instances with them for rewards!
We’ve added an overview of the rewards which can be found in the instances to our November event overview.


Once per week you can enter the raid battle against Vergos.

• The instance is a 20-player dungeon for item level 457–473
  
• Can be entered once per week
  
• Battle takes place over 4 phases
  
• Each phase grants rewards to party members
  
• No adventure coin required
  
• Special “God Slayer” title for completing phase 4 five times

After completing a phase, you can leave the instance or party, and continue later on from where you left off either with the same or with another party. Phases are reset with the regular dungeon entries every Tuesday.


The Timescape is another relic of a bygone era in TERA – and a challenge you’ll hopefully live up to!
Take down the two dragons Eremes and Hemera in succession, then head for Tempas, the Kumas of Storms with his deadly electric attacks. Finally, you must face Valona herself, the Master of the Timescape! Confront the goddess’ faces with the rotating patterns on the ground, or you are goners!

• Five-player dungeon for item level 484
  
• Can be entered 2 times per day (4 for Club members)
  
• Requires 150 adventure coins
  
• Similar rewards to those in the Draakon Arena (Hard), with some event extras
  
• Special “Time Lord” title for defeating Valona the 100th time

While hard mode has had some adjustments, the normal mode is identical to how it was earlier. So if you want to start off with the timesphere minigame and defeat some basilisks and teraliths on your way to Tempas, this is the version for you!
Pick up rewards identical to those in the RK-9 Kennel, plus a large amount of XP!

• Five-player dungeon for item level 457
  
• No limit on weekly entries
  
• Requires 170 adventure coins

Note: In the patch notes we mentioned there being a title for normal mode, and indicated the loot was worse than it really is. Both of these points were wrong.

Preparations for the Event Dungeons are ongoing - and now you can participate too!


The public test server "Public Beta" will start being accessible on Friday, November 20th, at around 11:00 CET (05:00 EST). . It is scheduled to be closed down for the public on Monday, November 23rd in the morning.


You want to participate? Here's how:
• You need to have TERA on Steam
• Start the client and select “Public Beta”
The version on our test systems is identical to the current live version, and as such no patching will be required to switch back and forth.


What is expected of me?
• Go into Harrowhold with an item level between 453 and 472 with a raid of likeminded players.
• In case you encounter any issues or balancing concerns, please let us know in the specific thread we will open for your feedback.
• Please include as many details as you can, including things such as
o On which boss and phase
o Your Party Gear and Class Composition
o Anything else of importance to you


Frequently Asked Questions

1. I play via Steam already, can I participate?
Every TERA player can participate, including existing Steam players.


2. I play via the Gameforge Client, can I participate?
Yes! As a GF Client player, you will require to download the complete TERA live client on Steam (~67 GB).


3. Do I need to start a new character on the Test System?
You will be required to create a character on the test system, as live characters aren't copied to it. On the plus side, users that already took part in our last public test, will still have their previous account!
Tokens to acquire gear will be provided in-game.


4. I encountered an issue on the PTS, what can I do?
We won't provide custom support for issues on the PTS, including, but not limited to, issues around your character, items or the server itself. Please do not contact our customer support for any PTS-inquiries, as no support can be provided. Instead please make sure to report your findings in the special forum thread, as detailed above.


5. Any known issues I should be aware of?
Due to the nature of this test, the server might be unavailable sporadically, or for a prolonged period of time. Otherwise, the same client as for the live servers is used, and as such most functions should work correctly.
Please note:
• No HP Gauges will be displayed above the bosses in Harrowhold. This is unfortunately intended, but partially remedied by an alternative display.
• Some other content on this test system has been deactivated during this test window, as the focus lies on Harrowhold.


6. Can players from the NA region also participate?
Yes. However, please note that the server for this test is located in Europe, so you may encounter a high ping or lags.


7. What content is in Patch 100?
For a general overview, please have a look into our Patch Preview we released: Patch Notes 100.
For the Event Dungeons specifically, please note that every player can only enter the Harrowhold raid once per cleared phase, just like on the later live servers.


8. There is two servers, but I can't access them?
Only the test system "W2 Atmorph (Beta)" is open to the public. If you cannot access this world, please double-check if your client is patched correctly. Alternatively, it could be that the server is overflowing with players in the worst-case scenario, and you will need to wait a little.
The system "W1 Baldrov (internal)" is not intended for public access.


9. Why is X or Y missing?
This test system might not contain all the settings we're used to on the live servers. This includes, but is not limited to, events, token and NPC stores, dungeon drops or similar.

With patch 100, things are heating up this winter – the Sky Cruiser’s back and it’s been completely reworked. While Darkan’s new to the MMO, you can choose from three more heroes in TERA Battle Arena: Rhodos, Niniel, and Kaia!
**Instance Info:**
* Designed for 5-player groups from item level 484
* One entry per day (two for Club members)
* Accessible from level 70
* Can be entered via group matching
* Entry costs 230 Adventure Coins
* 50% or 100% more loot when 4 or 5 players are in the group

**Possible Loot Includes:**
* Zenobia’s Sacred Breath Box
* Forgotten Card Fragment Random Box
* Various Greedhead’s Option Change Scrolls
* Various brooch etchings
* Various materials for crafting etchings
* Superior Exodor weapon and armor
* Ishara’s Halidom I, Amarun’s Relic I
* Magical Dark Shard Armor and Weapon Feedstock

* Daily quest (reward for the first 16 completed quests) *
* 3,000 Gold
* 100 Vanguard Initiative Credits
* EP XP++
* 1x Dragonwing Scale
* 100 Noctenium Infusion
* 1x Pure Refined Duranium Ore

* The RK-9 Kennel (Hard) is closing its doors.
* Hagufna will no longer carry the special additional items as loot (robe, greatsword).

* Character selection has a great new look with a new background and improved character line-up.
* Sever selection’s also received a makeover and is now visually styled on the islands of Exodor.
* Improvements have been made to the loading and presentation of skill cooldowns.
* Improvements have been made to the loading and presentation of various user interface elements.

With patch 100 Gameforge has prepared lots of event dungeons that you’ll be able to enjoy all the way up until early 2021.
Enter long-forgotten instances that are now being reopened in Europe, America, Russia, and South East Asia!
NPCs for entering the dungeons and exchanging event rewards await you in the center of Highwatch.

Harrowhold
* 20-player dungeon for item level 457–473
* One weekly entry with 4 phases
* Reward for all party members for each phase
* No Adventure Coins required
* Special “God Slayer” title for the fifth completion of phase 4
* After completing a phase, the instance or group can be left and continued at a later point with any group
* Phases are reset every Tuesday

Timescape (Hard)
* 5-player dungeon for item level 484
* Two daily entries (four for club members)
* Entry costs 150 Adventure Coins
* Reward similar to Draakon Arena (Hard) with event extras
* Special “Time Lord” title for the 100th time Valona is defeated

Timescape
* 5-player dungeon for item level 457
* No limit on weekly entries
* Entry costs 170 Adventure Coins
* Reward similar to Thaumetal Refinery with event extras
* Special “Time Lord” title for the 100th time Valona is defeated


Choose from three new heroes!

Rhodos
You’ll already know him as the commander of the Khirian Resistance in northern Arun—and now you can also play as this brawler in the TERA Battle Arena!
Rhodos specializes in pounding his opponents in melee combat, storming into the fray, and launching his opponents into the air.

Niniel
This gunner stays on the move while attacking her opponents. With her Heart Bomb skill, Niniel can enchant her opponents so that they run toward her uncontrollably, and with Balder’s Vengeance she has a unique gunner skill that deals massive damage to her enemies.

Kaia
The almighty warrior Kaiator, guardian goddess of Kaiator, joins the action bearing her greatsword to teach all enemies of Kaiator the meaning of fear.
She strikes down her opponents in a large area around herself with powerful blows from her greatsword.

General and Balancing
Every hero now has an additional ability that you can use to quickly stand up again when you have been knocked down. Additionally, you’ll also be immune to similar effects for 2 seconds after using this skill.
(You will not find this skill in your skill bar; it is only shown when it can be used, and it has a 60-second cooldown.)


Achievements
In addition to the heroes, there have also been some other improvements. You will be able to unlock the achievements from patch 100 onwards. There’s a reward of 10 Arena Coins per achievement.

New Options
In the options (“O”) you can now also decide whether the name of the character currently in focus should be highlighted or not
It is now also possible to move the skills around in the skill bar, arranging them to your liking.

Enjoy the new patch,
The TERA Team

There’s cause for celebration in TERA – from today, American players can continue their adventures on the new Gameforge servers. We’re very pleased to see our TERA family grow and want to say a massive welcome to all the new players from everyone at Gameforge!

Players from America who haven’t yet migrated their accounts from En Masse Entertainment to Gameforge can still do that here– it’s easy as pie. You can find more details on the migration summed up in our FAQ .

New players and players who have already migrated to Gameforge can download and play TERA via our Gameforge Client .

Anyone who previously played the game via their Steam account can simply download it on Steam . Just please make sure to select the right region, as North America and Europe are distinct regions here.

Additional Information
Leaderboard: The next season (PvE and PvP) will start on Monday, 23rd of November at 09:00 CET in all servers.
• Please note that the new date might not be properly displayed in the ingame UI.

Known Issue
• The TERA website will be temporarily unavailable due to a technical issue. We will have more information about this tomorrow.
• The Founder Status is missing. Our team is already aware of the issue, once we have more information, we will let you know.
• Several Riding Skill names are missing, this will be fixed with the upcoming patch.
Thank you for your understanding.
• Open PvP is not yet possible on the PvP server (Kaia)

See you in Arborea!
The Gameforge Team

Are you getting excited about the upcoming TERA patch?
Then join our TERA live stream at **6:00 PM CET on 13th November 2020**:
https://www.twitch.tv/teraeurope

Our Game Designer Atmorph will be presenting all the most important goodies in the new patch, including the following:
* Fiery Airship: Darkan and the Sky Cruiser return
* Three new heroes in TERA Battle Arena
* Gameforge event dungeons
* Brand-new items for your heroes and their home

Note: The Twitch stream will only be available in English.
The TERA Team

The Sky Cruiser returns… bringing an even more enraged Darkan with it! Get ready for a serious challenge.
As you’ve surely heard, our TERA family is welcoming new players from across the pond, and this patch will be the first which we also release for adventurers in North America. Patch 100 also comes packed with 3 new heroes for TERA Battle Arena!

Darkan has returned with only one thing on his mind: the complete and utter destruction of your sky cruiser! If you’re to foil his plans, you’re going to need all the courage you can muster. This battle is tougher than ever before, with the combat area shrinking down to a tiny sliver as the searing flames spread.
You can enter this new dungeon from item level 484 once per day (or twice for Club members).

From patch 100 you can choose from three more heroes in TERA Battle Arena:
* The brawler Rhodos pulls no punches with those mighty powerfists. He’s already earned a reputation for himself in the MMO story.
* Niniel’s a gunner who uses skills of delusion to lull her enemies before blasting them into smithereens.
* The slayer Kaia is a goddess of Kaiator. She loves letting opponents in the arena taste the business end of her greatsword.