Elder Scrolls Online Unleashes the Gates of Oblivion Celebration Event: A Battle Against Mehrunes Dagon

Some time ago, ZeniMax, the developer of Elder Scrolls Online, announced that this game, which has been released for more than ten years, will introduce a very big change in 2025, that is, abandoning the previous Chapters and turning to a Seasonal System that is updated every 3-6 months, and no longer yearly expansions. As soon as this news came out, ESO immediately became the focus of discussion among players. Some loyal players of this game find it difficult to accept such frequent updates to the game content, thinking that this will make the entire game with a very deep foundation become neither fish nor fowl. Other players who strive to try new things strongly support this improvement, because it will add a lot of theme story content, activities, store items and dungeons to ESO, and will also give players more fresh game experience. But in fact, this controversial change will greatly revitalize this long-standing massively multiplayer online role-playing game, because it will not only give players who originally explored it a high-quality gaming experience, but also make some players who have never tried Elder Scrolls series of games interested in it and even start exploring it. For Original Players As just introduced, after Elder Scrolls Online is updated with the Seasonal System, you will have more new gaming experiences every 3-6 months, such as the currently confirmed Cyrodiil and some zones in the base game, which will provide you with some new tasks and activities, so that you can farm ESO Gold or items in the fresh game content. In addition, each new content added is permanent, and you don’t have to worry about all the tasks, stories and new areas being deleted after the season ends when exploring in games like Diablo 4. So even if you unfortunately miss one season, you will not miss all the new content in that season. Some players may worry that all the new content promised by the developers will not be released all at once in the latest update, so that players may need to spend more time waiting for the next seasonal game content. This is actually completely unnecessary, because ZeniMax has publicly stated that a large new continent will be added to ESO intermittently, so we can fully expect this very courageous developer to bring a new area with high quality for players to explore in the following year. In Seasonal System that ESO will use this year, you will not only see the addition of new game content but also the return of some familiar characters, such as Thieves Guild, Dark Brotherhood, Fighters Guild and other organizations, as well as their more content related to the existing storyline. What’s more, the game tools and functions that the original ESO players have always criticized have also been solved to a certain extent with the help of Seasonal System, such as the performance issues of the guilds and Cyrodiil that have been requested to be added. At this stage, Elder Scrolls Online Direct has been confirmed to start on April 10, so these detailed changes and the game content in Season 1 may not be revealed until then. For New Players In fact, in the community of this massively multiplayer online role-playing game, you can often see some players who have never tried this series of games expressing their interest in exploring it, but they were usually discouraged by the huge amount of game content in this game before. But with the new Seasonal System, these new players will have an easier time exploring ESO, because the shorter update content will allow players to only focus on the new content added in this season, instead of having to explore the current updated chapter and all the game content added before, which is a huge workload. More importantly, after more than ten years of refinement, Elder Scrolls Online has become a very mature game. It will listen to players’ opinions and suggestions in a timely manner and make corrections to ensure that its player base will not be lost. For example, the performance of PVP that players have been calling for has been modified recently, as well as the wrong achievements such as Ascending Tide Scout, etc. So you can have a very comfortable game experience of farming ESO Gold or grinding experience points in it, because it is tailor made for players. Additionally, Elder Scrolls Online in 2025 will have a better onboarding system and some guidance, allowing these new players to dive into this fantastic MMO after their first try, something that many long-standing MMOs have not realized. In general, Seasonal System introduced by Elder Scrolls Online in 2025 may make some long-time players uncomfortable, but this is also a very correct change made by this old game to adapt to the current game market. We can indeed look forward to whether the addition of this system will make the entire game more vibrant. I wish you a happy game!

As a successful MMORPG, Elder Scrolls Online has maintained good popularity since its launch in 2014. To this day, an average of 30,000 players are still conducting various interesting explorations and battles on Tamriel continent every day. If you are one of these players, then you must know that Tamriel is the main background continent in ESO. It is extremely vast, containing various game areas with different landforms and styles, and it is also the story foundation for the main storyline of the game. But besides these contents, there are actually many rich side stories in ESO for you to complete. They not only have high-quality stories independent of the main storyline but also provide you with various props, including Elder Scrolls Online Gold as quest rewards. Based on this, we will select 7 side quests worth completing for you among all the side quests in the current game. 1.Unearthed Quest This quest is given to you by Foreman Gandis of Shor’s Stone Mine, who can be found in Skyrim, the cold but bustling northern region of Tamriel. He will then ask you to first free his men from Reachmen hiding in the ancient companion’s tomb. After successfully passing the persuasion check, you can get a key to a secret door to make it faster through the mines and reach the tomb. However, the last chamber is protected by a puzzle, and this puzzle requires you to visit an antechamber to find Medallion of Fireheart, and then visit another antechamber to find Amulet of Darkhammer. Completing this will give you Gold, around 2800 XP, and Companion’s Chausses. 2. Summer Site In the jungles of Bosmer homeland of Valenwood, you can talk to Tharuin the Melancholy near Dra’bul Wayshrine and learn that Falinesti Summer Site has been delayed in returning to the area. Tharuin explains that there have been recent lightning strikes and Daedra sightings nearby. You then need to investigate these events. During the process, you will see a purple light emanating from a stone archway. When you approach, you will encounter a projection of a woman who seems to be trying to save the city. She then instructs you to meet her in a small cave across a wooden bridge, which triggers a battle with Daedra. This means that the portal to Oblivion is closed and you need to start a boss fight with Tulu the Daedroth. 3. Ghostwriter Of Giovesse Ghostwriter of Giovesse quest has a classic RPG style and starts with Author’s Assistant Wanted! flyer. In this quest, you need to provide assistance to the author Yisara, who usually appears in Egg and Hammer Inn in Gideon. At first, it is just a simple escort mission, the purpose of which is to inspire Yisara to write the next novel. But as you progress through the quest, you’ll find that the quest plot is intertwined with Yisara’s novel ideas, leading you and Yisara to search for historical clues in the haunted halls of Castle Giovesse and solve the ultimate mystery to complete the quest. 4. Tempest Unleashed To complete this quest, you first need to complete the prerequisite, which is to bring Maormer Ambassador Ulondil to justice. After that, you need to return to the port city of Mistral, where Sea Vipers have launched an attack on the docks and urgently need you to provide as much support as possible to the defenders. During the counterattack, you need to clear the combatants on the docks and, under the guidance of the survivors, pass through the tavern and head to the mines. While passing through the wind tunnel in the mines, you will see a projection showing that Sea Vipers have captured the storm element and intend to use it to destroy Mistral. 5. Half-Formed Understandings If you have been a loyal player of ESO, then you must be familiar with King of Worms Mannimarco. He first appears in Mages Guild questline in Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion, where he leads Necromancers. In ESO, he appears in the opening cinematic and will sacrifice your character to Molag Bal. If you enjoy exploring the deep lore of Elder Scrolls Online, this quest is for you. As you complete the quest, you’ll get to see where it all began, tracing the events that led to Mannimarco’s expulsion from the mysterious Psijic Order and how he ended up in horrific experiments and the darkest depths of necromancy. Upon completion, you’ll also receive Staff of Forbidden Knowledge besides ESO Gold and XP. 6. Vanus Unleashed Daedra One of the most well-known characters in Tamriel’s magicka lore and Mages Guild, Vanus Galerion is actually one of the most powerful magicians in all of Nirn, and it was he who founded Mages Guild. In this quest, you’ll need to assist him in destroying Great Shackle within Black Forge. At the start of the quest, you’ll find a recording of Vanus outlining his plans, enabling you to join him. After entering this quest, you’ll need to restore Galerion’s stolen health, magicka, and stamina to restore his full power. Once you’ve done that, you’ll need to defeat the dremora Kothutuilk and return the stolen energy to Galerion, who will then help you dismantle Great Shackle, completing the quest. 7. Harvest Heart After Vanus Galerion has successfully taken over Chasm region, he’ll assign you another quest to take on vampires. To do this, you’ll enter Molag Bal’s realm and face off against his infamous Harvest Hearts. Vanus believes that the best way to deal with vampires is to defeat them and mark their sanctuaries with your own blood. Completing each of these quests will reward you with Elder Scrolls Online Gold and a lot of XP, as well as some specific game items, which is a great deal. Of course, these are not all the side quests in ESO. You can enter iGMeet Discord to communicate with other players about how to complete other side quests. In addition, the giveaway channel here will also distribute prizes regularly, so remember to join and check it out in time!

Welcome, fellow players! This time, I'll be reviewing some of the tank-related changes that appear in the upcoming Gold Road chapter in the patch notes of Elder Scrolls Online. Let me start by telling you that the Necromancer's Restoring Tether ability is receiving a 14% healing boost, aiming to align it more closely with similar healing abilities according to ESO spreadsheets. Blood Magic The Sorcerer's Blood Magic also receives a significant buff. Previously, this passive restored 10% of max HP whenever you dealt damage with a dark magic ability. From a tank's perspective, this meant you'd only proc Crystal Weapon, and then your next 2 light attacks would heal you for 10% of max HP. Now, it triggers whenever you cast a non-free dark magic ability. While it's a slight nerf for Crystal Weapon as it only procs once per cast instead of twice, you'll now also heal for 10% whenever you cast Firebrand, Shout, Dark Deal, and Daedric Refuge, which adds up, especially since Dark Deal and Vibrant Shroud already provide healing. Ayleid Refuge Let's begin with a discussion on sets, starting with the Ayleid Refuge. This heavy set, obtainable from Overland in West Wield, offers an intriguing perk: an 11% damage reduction for 3 seconds after blocking an attack. It's worth noting that tanks typically shy away from defensive item sets, largely because of the lack of compelling options in this category. However, the Ayleid Refuge shows some promise, albeit modest. While additional damage mitigation against blockable attacks may seem redundant, the set's potential lies in its ability to mitigate damage from other sources, such as DoT effects, following a successful block. Therefore, while it may not revolutionize tanking strategies, it could still prove beneficial in certain encounters. Lucent Echoes The next set I'll introduce is Lucent Echoes, originating from the new trial Lucent Citadel. Above 50% HP, it boosts allies' critical damage and healing by 11%. Below 50% HP, it grants a hefty 20% damage mitigation buff to the wearer. It's also essential to prepare for some ESO Gold in advance before the new chapter. This set may replace the Elemental Catalyst in trial compositions. While its crit damage bonus is slightly lower than Elemental Catalyst's potential 15%, it's manageable since some groups only require crit damage from 2 elements. With Lucent Echoes, we're at 101% of the crit damage cap of 125%. Arcanists reach 12% from Fated Fortune passive, while Wardens achieve similar values with 3 Animal Companions abilities. Templars and Nightblades gain 10% crit damage from class passives, reaching the cap with 7 medium pieces. Xoryn's Masterpiece Everything discussed regarding the replacement of the Elemental Catalyst remains valid. Xoryn's Masterpiece, the light healer set from the new trial, is unlikely to be utilized on tanks, but I included it for consideration as fitting support sets in team compositions is a collaborative effort. While it may occasionally land on a tank, its primary function is to grant 1,667 max stamina and magicka to all allies within 28 meters, equivalent to 158 weapon and spell damage. This makes it a weaker version of the Perfected Vestment of Olorime. Rourken Steamguards Next, let's discuss the Rourken Steamguards. While they might initially seem useless, the concept behind them was fascinating, despite their poor execution. These Mythic gloves introduce a Parrying mechanic to blocking, rewarding players for raising their block right before an attack hits. Ideally, this mechanic would be an innate part of ESO combat rather than limited to a Mythic item. However, the issue lies because this Mythic only grants increased damage mitigation for a brief period. At that point, it seems more efficient to dodge the attack entirely. A successful Parrying mechanic with Mythic should offer additional benefits, such as resource restoration, buffs, or enemy debuffs, rather than just providing a temporary damage reduction. The 10-second cooldown further diminishes its effectiveness, as players would need to refrain from blocking for a significant period.

Group content in Elder Scrolls Online (ESO) is a dynamic and engaging aspect of the game that offers immense challenges and rewards. Whether you're new to ESO or looking to sharpen your skills, this comprehensive guide will delve into the world of group content, providing invaluable tips and insights. From understanding roles to mastering buff food and debuffs, we've got you covered with everything you need to succeed in group adventures. Roles in Group Content In ESO, roles are pivotal in group content. Understanding these roles and their unique contributions is essential for efficient teamwork. Here's a breakdown of the primary roles: - Tanks: Tanks are responsible for taunting enemies, aggregating additional foes, and supporting teammates through buffs and debuffs. Their role involves maintaining the boss's attention and protecting the group. - Healers: Healers are tasked with keeping the team's health pools topped off. Additionally, they play a critical role in buffing allies and debuffing enemies to enhance group survivability. - Damage Dealers (DPS): DPS players focus on dealing damage to enemies. Their primary responsibility is to bring down foes swiftly and effectively. Swapping Roles in Group Content In ESO, players can easily swap roles in group content to adapt to the situation. The game's Group and Activity Finder provides a simple interface to switch roles between tank, healer, and DPS. Changing roles can be done without a cooldown, but it's crucial to understand the responsibilities associated with each role when participating in group activities. Resurrection Etiquette An unspoken rule in ESO group content is who should perform character resurrections. Generally, the order of preference starts with DPS players, followed by healers, and finally tanks. This hierarchy is based on the distinct responsibilities of each role. DPS players are the safest choice for resurrecting, as healers can focus on keeping them protected, and tanks can control enemy aggression effectively. Positioning in Group Content Understanding positioning is vital in group content. In most situations, tanks should engage enemies by taunting and positioning themselves between the group and the boss. DPS players usually stand behind the boss, while healers take a position behind the DPS but close enough to support the tank. This formation optimizes buffs and points the boss away from the group. Keep in mind that this is a general guideline and that specific encounters may require different formations. Tank First: Group Content Etiquette In ESO, it's essential to observe proper etiquette in group content. When initiating combat with a group of enemies, whether in boss fights or encounters with smaller foes, the tank should be the first to engage. This unwritten rule ensures smoother pulls and enhances group safety. Allowing anyone other than the tank to initiate combat can lead to random targeting by enemies, which can disrupt the flow of the battle. Letting the tank dictate the pace of engagement is crucial in ensuring everyone's survival. Chest Etiquette in ESO Dungeons and Trials in ESO are filled with treasure chests, and understanding how to handle them is important. Unlike overland chests, group content chests can be looted by every group member, and each player receives their unique loot. It's customary to inform your group when you discover a chest by typing "chest" in the group chat and waiting for your teammates to arrive. Even if not everyone decides to loot the chest, standing by it and attacking it occasionally to indicate its location is a considerate practice. Handling Dungeon Quests Every ESO dungeon features an associated quest that offers skill points and gear upon completion. If you're in a pickup group (PUG) and wish to explore a dungeon's story at a leisurely pace, it's advisable not to pick up the quest right away. This is because, with a PUG, the group might be more inclined to complete the dungeon quickly rather than focusing on the storyline. However, if you're only interested in the skill points, it's better to grab the quest and inform your group by typing "doing quest" in the group chat. Some dungeons contain additional bosses related to the quest, so letting your teammates know your intentions is a considerate gesture. "Baby Character" and Group Content In ESO, players often encounter terms like "baby random normals" or "easy random normals." These phrases typically refer to characters below level 45, commonly known as "baby characters." Experienced players frequently offer their services for easy random normal dungeons to lower-level players, even if they're playing with a "baby character." This is because ESO's dungeon queue system selects dungeons that all players in the group can participate in. Base-game dungeons are generally perceived as easier, making them ideal for beginners. As such, new players at level 10 should feel encouraged to participate in group content with the assistance of veteran players. The Importance of Buff Food Using buff food is paramount when engaging in group content in ESO. Buff food can significantly enhance your character's abilities by increasing maximum resource pools, regeneration rates, and more. It's essential to select the right type of buff food to match your character's class and role. Players can choose from a vast array of recipes, so seeking guidance from class-specific builds or content creators is a wise move. In doubt, selecting food that boosts maximum health, maximum resources, and resource regeneration is a safe and reliable choice. Potions: A Key Asset in Group Content Potions play a crucial role in ESO group content. They offer both instant resource replenishment and ongoing resource regeneration. Equipping potions to your quickslots ensures you can access them quickly during combat. The free Crown Tri-Restoration Potion offered for login is an excellent choice for players who are just starting with potions. Learning how and when to use potions is a fundamental aspect of successful group content play. Passives: Enhancing Buff and Debuff Durations Certain passives in ESO can prolong the duration of buff and debuff effects from food and potions: - Gourmand and Connoisseur (Provisioning Skill Line): These passives can add up to 20 minutes to the duration of food and drink buffs. - Rationer (Craft CP Tree): This passive can extend the duration of buffs from food and drink that enhance your character's stats by up to 30 minutes. - Medicinal Use (Alchemy Skill Line): This passive increases the duration of the potion you're using by 30%. These passives are vital for maximizing the benefits of buff food and potions, contributing to better group performance. Buffs and Debuffs in Group Content Buffs and debuffs are temporary character effects applied by abilities, gear sets, or potions. Understanding how these effects interact is crucial for group optimization. It's important to note that two buffs or debuffs with the same name won't stack. However, Major and Minor buffs or debuffs of the same type can stack, offering additional advantages. Group members should collaborate to ensure the most efficient use of these effects, maximizing the group's potential. Stacking Buffs in ESO Group members can stack multiple buffs to achieve a common goal, significantly enhancing their abilities. By carefully coordinating these effects, players can improve their damage output, survivability, and overall group performance. Here is an example: Spell Power Cure: + 430 Weapon and Spell Damage Claw of Yolnahkriin: + 215 Weapon and Spell Damage Powerful Assault: + 289 Weapon and Spell Damage Pearlescent Ward: + 170 Weapon and Spell Damage Spaulder of Ruin: + 260 Weapon and Spell Damage Total Weapon and Spell Damage: 1364 And Spaulder of Ruin can yield a substantial increase in weapon and spell damage. In conclusion, mastering group content in ESO is a rewarding endeavor. Understanding the roles, following group content etiquette, and optimizing your character's capabilities with buff food and potions are all critical components of success. By cooperating effectively with your group, you can conquer challenging dungeons, trials, and other group activities in Elder Scrolls Online.