Classic server:
Both Gameforge and NCSoft wish to bring AION Classic to Europe. Yet, initially, we must collectively address technical hiccups concerning the platform responsible for operating the AION classic edition before anything can progress. Presently, AION Classic cannot be executed on the current infrastructure handling the game's present version.
Ultimate Transformations:
We introduced a lasting feature for acquiring a Kaisiniel transformation utilizing shugo gold several months back.
We are running an event again with this feature (blending ancient and legendary contracts cannot lead to lower rank contracts).
8.0 Release :
It's currently planned for October, and there is a special Daeva's Tavern Episode being prepared with further details.
Stigma enchantment:
The stigma event now takes place monthly.
Bear in mind that the rates can vary from one event to the next. They will always be disclosed with each event (in the maintenance docs).
S Rank minions:
We will maintain it as is right now for potential event giveaways.
Elite levels:
No rounds scheduled currently, but future possibilities remain.
Nananerk:
We conducted an initial round and are planning to host another before year-end.
Shugomat:
Will stay for 8.0, along with all the Gameforge features.
Aion 12th Birthday (from 08.09 until 29.09):
- Events featuring PvP gear, unique costumes,
- Battlefield instances (additional entries, improved rewards)
Future updates:
- Update 8.x : Future updates are being prepared.
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