Hey everyone!
I am incredibly honoured that so many people are excited about the launch of Avalore. While we aren't able to commit to an exact date for launch just yet (but it will be in the very near future!), information on lore and mechanics are available on the forums now. With all of that said, I wanted to give a few bits of information about what will and won't be ready for when the server goes live and what we're currently working on, to keep you all up-to-date.
Content in the Works: Bestiary and Grimoire
At the moment, the server's mechanics are largely settled, however some items are still a work in progress and being added to, most notably the bestiary and grimoire (and also some feats!). Entries will be added to these as they are developed, and existing ones are subject to tweaks and changes before we launch (and afterwards too!).
If you spot typos or mistakes, please feel free to let me (Reedie) know. I appreciate the help of everyone on the team to make all of this possible.
Early Whitelisting
You are able to submit a whitelist application now! Just be aware you won't actually be able to join the server until launch, but getting your whitelist in now means that you won't have to wait when the server goes live. To get started with the whitelisting process, I suggest you head over to our Getting Started page.
On the Roadmap
Not all of the systems we have in mind will be ready at launch, but that is because we have been focusing on core content first. With that being said, I want to lay out what systems will be worked on in the short-to-medium term so you are able to plan accordingly:
- Alchemy system (top priority!)
- In-Depth Crafting
- Player Settlements
Of course things sometimes come up and priorities shift, so it is possible that other items may be added to this list, but these are the primary three that we will be focused on after launch.
I personally hope all of you will enjoy the community we're aiming to build here, and I very much encourage feedback, suggestions, all of that: just know that not everything can make it in, but suggestions are always welcome. I hope to set off on the right foot with a focus on a healthy relationship between staff and players, and generally the entire team is approaching this from an angle of encouraging and supporting creativity as much as we can.
I hope you'll join us!
Reedie
