Season 9 – “Season of the Banner” Announcement

[p][/p][p][/p][p]Season 9: Season of the Banner launches with the full release of Capture the Flag, a PvP game mode that pits teams against each other in fast-paced, objective-driven battles. Work together to control the battlefield, secure the flag, and earn rewards. This mode builds on the PvP-focused enhancements of past seasons, bringing fresh competition to Aeternum.[/p][p]In addition to Capture the Flag, players can expect balance adjustments, performance improvements, and expanded seasonal progression as part of New World: Aeternum’s ongoing commitment to improving core gameplay. Here’s everything coming in Season 9:[/p][h2]New PvP Mode: Capture the Flag[/h2][p]Capture the Flag makes its full debut in Season 9. The mode launches with two maps, named by the community, Frozen Pass and Forbidden City—in a 50/50 rotation. Players can expect classic flag-capturing chaos with a New World: Aeternum twist.[/p][h2]3v3 Arena: Verdant Court[/h2][p]Season 9 also sees the full release of the Temple map for 3v3 Arena combat. Prepare for tight corridors and tactical team fights in this ancient setting.[/p][h2]Free-for-All Updates[/h2]

[p]Anti-Grouping Curse: Stay too close to other players in free-for-all (FFA), and you’ll start accumulating a debuff that reduces outgoing damage and increases damage taken. Kill to reduce stacks. Die to reset.[/p]
[p]Reward Improvements: Faster chest interactions, increased doubloon drops, and max gearscore on doubloon shop items were increased and the spread was narrowed (lower min gear score.[/p]

[h2]Season 9 Artifacts[/h2][p]New and reworked Artifacts join the hunt:[/p]

[p]Plagueherald (Helmet)[/p]
[p]Yeeterson (Warhammer)[/p]
[p]Crescent’s Wave (Greatsword)[/p]
[p]Vengeance (Life Staff Rework)[/p]
[p]Grey Wizard’s Hat (Hat Rework)[/p]
[p]Creed (Feet Rework)[/p]

[h2]Season 9 Reward Track[/h2][p]Both Free and Premium Season Tracks return with new cosmetics, boosts, and seasonal gear. A deep dive into the Reward Track will be released closer to launch.[/p][h2]Seasonal & Boost Events[/h2][h3]Seasonal Event: Summer Medleyfaire[/h3][p]The Summer Medleyfaire returns to Aeternum and will be live throughout Season 9! This seasonal favorite transforms settlements into festival hubs filled with music, fishing, and festive rewards. Players can once again participate in:[/p]

[p]Musical Performances: Team up with friends or go solo using the in-game rhythm mini-game. New songs and rewards may be available this season.[/p]
[p]Fishing for Fame: Catch rare fish, complete fishing-related tasks, and exchange them for exclusive cosmetics and furnishings.[/p]
[p]Event Tokens and Rewards: Complete daily and weekly Medleyfaire tasks to earn Summer Tokens, used to purchase unique skins, emotes, housing items, and consumables from event vendors.[/p]

[p]Expect returning favorites alongside updated event rewards.[/p][h3]World Boss Events: Expeditions Unleashed[/h3]

[p]Admiral Blackpowder: Aug 5–11[/p]
[p]Empress Zhou: Sept 9–15[/p]
[p]Mammoth Mahantaram: Oct 7–13[/p]

[h3]Boost Events[/h3]

[p]Double Refining XP: Aug 19–25[/p]
[p]Double Weapon XP: Sept 23–29[/p]
[p]Double Refining XP: Oct 21–27[/p]

[h3]New Outpost Rush Map Preview Event[/h3][p]Get an early look at the newest Outpost Rush map before its full launch in Season 10. A special Preview Event will run for a limited time during Season 9, giving players a chance to test out the new battlefield.[/p][h2]Store Updates[/h2][p]New skins and cosmetics will roll out across July, August, and September. Expect seasonal flair and returning fan favorites.[/p][h2]Seasonal Server Update[/h2][p]Seasonal servers will not return in Season 9 and are not planned for future seasons.[/p][p]Get ready to capture, conquer, and climb the ranks in New World: Aeternum’s Season 9. See you in Aeternum.[/p]