World of Tanks News

Commanders!

We have been keeping a close eye on the latest season of Onslaught. Many of you have already started your journey through our competitive game mode, and there is still plenty of time left to become a Legend! However, we have noticed some minor issues that need adjustments in order to improve the experience for everyone.

The mid-season patch will affect the following features:

• Vehicle Role Skills
  
• Prestige Point System
  
• Earning Rating Points
  
• Rules for Creating Platoons
  

[h2]Changes to Vehicle Role Skills[/h2]

Role Skills are a crucial aspect of the game mode and greatly influence the vehicles used in battles. Based on our observations, we need to weaken some of the more popular choices and strengthen the less utilized ones in order to create a more diverse range of vehicles and tactics.

The following Role Skills have received an update:

[h3]Medium Tanks [/h3]


[h3]Tank Destroyers[/h3]


[h2]Minor Adjustments to the Prestige Points System[/h2]

We continue to closely monitor your feedback regarding the operation of this system while simultaneously making small adjustments to the logic of its operation. This update aims to increase the value of player damage by reallocating points from categories such as blocked damage and HP loss.

• Changes were made to the system for accruing Prestige Points.
  

[h2]Changes to Rating Points Distribution[/h2]

This season, a fairly large number of changes were made to the rating system of the mode, such as the appearance of qualifications, changes to the number of Ranks and Divisions, changes to the size of Divisions, and more.

Taking into account the information collected, and based on the results of the first three weeks, we decided to make a set of small changes to the logic for accruing and losing Rating Points.

• Changes were made to the Rating Points system.
  

[h2]Changes to the Rules for Forming Platoons[/h2]

We are increasingly seeing cases of high-ranking players abusing the Super Platoon system to earn Rating Points, so we are reinstating the cap on the maximum rating difference between players. The change should not affect the majority of players while simultaneously complicating such fraud.

• Maximum rating difference between Super Platoon players is now 1,500 Rating Points.
  

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We are sure these updates will improve the experience for everyone participating in the Season of the Azure Pegasus. You still have plenty of time to climb the Ranks and earn fantastic rewards before Onslaught ends.

Good luck, and roll out!

The menacing Blitzträger auf E 110 roams the battlefields once again, Commanders.

Its insanely powerful gun, good mobility, protective energy shield, special abilities, and new Hyperion tech make it an extremely challenging opponent to face—but not unstoppable. Good teamwork and quick tactical decisions from the Harriers’ team will drastically increase their chances of victory against the steel beast—and let’s not forget that the Harriers have special abilities of their own!

Ultimately, it all comes down to being aware of both your opponent’s and your own strengths and weaknesses...and learning some tips and tricks here and there. So, we are inviting you to participate in this special Giveaway and share your victory strategies in the comments.

Exchange your tips and tricks for playing as the Harriers or the Engineer and get a guaranteed reward!

[h3]How to participate: [/h3]

1. Click here.
   
2. Click the Rate Up button.
   
3. Share your favorite tips on securing victory as the Harriers or the Engineer in the comments.
   

That’s it! If you complete these steps, you will receive your rewards a few days after the Giveaway ends on October 2, 2023.

NOTE: Any comments that break the discussion rules may be deleted or excluded.

[h3] The prize: [/h3]

• х1 Community Token
  
• x3 Voltage Regulator decal
  

NOTE: We will send the goodies to the account that’s associated with your Steam one.

[h3]Steam Community Shop and Community Tokens: How It Works[/h3]

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Community Tokens are a special currency that you earn by being an active member of the World of Tanks Steam Community and by participating in various events and activities.

You can spend your Tokens in the Steam Community Shop in-game to select the rewards you need (rather than a predetermined reward, as it used to be).

To find the Steam Community Shop, log in to the game, enter the Depot from your Garage and open the “Homefront Supplies” tab. There, you will find the Steam Community Shop with all available rewards and their cost in Community Tokens.
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Share your strategies and enjoy the event, Commanders!

Commanders!

Take the helm of the incredibly powerful Blitzträger auf E 110, or join the Harrier Squad to vanquish this great evil!

No matter which side you choose in the epic Waffenträger: Projekt Hyperion showdown, our event-themed bundles will have you diving right into the action. Each offer features exclusive decals to commemorate the event, as well as Engineer‘s Starters to activate the reward-filled Engineer's Gate.

Try your luck and claim formidable prizes, including three brand-new vehicles: the KJPZ TIII Jäger, the Object 283, and the Jagdtiger Prototype. On top of that, the Engineer’s Gate can grant the iconic Waffenträger auf E 100 as a rental tank for Random Battles!

All offers (except for the Introductory Pack) also include free Keys to roll out aboard the Blitzträger auf E 110. Command one of the most powerful vehicles ever conceived, put the Harriers in their place, and earn even more rewards.

[h2]Waffenträger: Projekt Hyperion Offers[/h2]

EU: Available from September 25 at 12:00 (UTC+3) through October 9 at 11:00 (UTC+3)
NA: Available from September 25 at 12:00 (UTC+3) through October 9 at 11:00 (UTC+3)
ASIA: Available from September 25 at 17:00 UTC+8 through October 9 at 16:00 UTC+8

[h3]Ermelinda Large Set[/h3]


[h3]Ermelinda Medium Set[/h3]


[h3]Ermelinda Small Set[/h3]


[h3]Ermelinda Introductory Pack[/h3]


[h2]Gates and Starters[/h2]

You can earn two types of Starters for completing event missions and Progression Stages and for defeating the Blitzträger auf E 220. Starters are necessary for activating both the Engineer's and Harriers' Gates, which are filled with valuable loot.

Harriers‘ Starters are rewarded for completing event missions and progression milestones while playing in Harrier Squad vehicles. They are used for the Harriers’ Gate with the following reward items:

Engineer’s Starters are rewarded for completing missions while playing in the Blitzträger auf E 110 and progression milestones, and they are part of the special event bundles. They are used to activate the Engineer’s Gate with the following reward items:



The most exciting and valuable rewards from the Engineer’s Gate are random Tier VIII and IX Premium and reward vehicles that come with a Garage slot. They include these three brand-new warriors:

• NEW! The KJPZ TIII Jäger, a Tier IX Premium German tank destroyer, is a nimble mobile sniper with great gun handling and accuracy. Similar in appearance and layout to the Waffenträger auf Pz. IV and the Grille 15, already in the game, this TD also shares similar characteristics with them. The Jäger can't boast any significant armor as it focuses on shooting and mobility.
  
• NEW! The Object 283 is a reward Tier IX rear-turreted Soviet medium tank with a high DPM. This tank has an unusual layout for a medium tank with rear turret placement. Despite its similarities to the branch of Soviet sniper medium tanks with the K-91 up top, its characteristics are closer to those of the Object 430. It has a strong front hull and turret armor, as well as impressive thick sides strengthened with screens.
  
• NEW! The Jagdtiger Prototype, a Tier VIII Premium German assault TD, wields a powerful 128 mm gun. This modification of the Jagdtiger is equipped with the 12.8 cm Pak 44/1 L/55 gun. The general concept of the vehicle is the same as that of its more powerful version: unimpeded destruction of enemy vehicles with the help of its excellent gun.
  
  
• T54 Heavy Tank
  
• K-2
  
• CS-52 LIS
  
• Object 274a
  
• M-IV-Y
  
• ShPTK-TVP 100
  
• Strv 81
  
• ISU-152K
  
• FV1066 Senlac
  

You have a 2% chance to get one of these tanks when activating the Engineer's Gate. Most importantly, you will receive vehicles that you do not have in your Garage yet.


On top of that, the Engineer's Gate has a chance of dropping 10 Random Battles in the legendary Waffenträger auf E 100*!

*10 rental battles in the Waffenträger auf E 100 may drop no more than five times per account.

[h2]The Engineer's Gate: How It Works[/h2]

• When a vehicle drops from the Engineer’s Gate, a slot in the Garage is credited first, and then information about it will be displayed in the in-game Notification Center.
  
• If you receive a vehicle that is already in your Garage, it will be replaced by another vehicle from the above list that you don't already have in your Garage.
  
• If you already have all the vehicles from the list, you will be compensated the cost of the dropped tank in gold.
  
• If you have sold a Premium vehicle from the above list and it can be restored using the in-game Vehicle Restoration tool, it may drop from the Engineer's Gate at the standard drop rate.
  

[h2]Guaranteed Vehicle Mechanics[/h2]

If you spent 49 Engineer's Starters but still did not receive a Premium vehicle, then with the 50th activation of the Engineer's Gate, you are guaranteed to receive a random Premium tank that you don't have already from the list above, as well as a Garage slot.

If you already have all the vehicles from the list in your Garage, then the guaranteed vehicle mechanics will be disabled.

[h3]Vehicle Compensation Costs[/h3]

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After the end of the event on October 9 at 12:00 (UTC+3), all unused Keys for playing in the Blitzträger auf E 110 will disappear, and the corresponding number of Gates will be activated automatically. All items from them will be automatically credited to your account. All event vehicles will be deducted, and all XP earned in them will be moved to the MS-1. All Collection Items, rewards, and loot from the Gates remain with you permanently. You will be able to play your battles in the rented Waffenträger auf E 100 until October 15 at 07:00 (UTC+3).

Any bundles that you sent as gifts but that were not accepted by their recipients will be returned to your account.

Enjoy Waffenträger: Projekt Hyperion, Commanders!

Commanders, welcome two new members of our big tanker team!

Sparks and Ricky will appear in our articles here on Steam Community Hub from time to time, sharing some tips, jokes, thoughts on ongoing events, and more. These two are quite a pair...Sparks asked us not to go into too much detail, though, as she would like to introduce herself on her own.

So, we’re just going to give you two quick pieces of advice before you meet them: don’t call Sparks a newbie, and don’t show Ricky any cookies if you have them. Just for your own safety.

Heyo, Commanders!

So... I’m Sonia, but friends usually call me Sparks. I like to think that it’s all because of the charming sparkle in my eyes… but I’m afraid it’s my, ehm, not-so-calm temper that is the actual reason. In any case, I like it, so Sparks it is.

To be honest, I’m not a fan of long intros and boring character-building childhood stories. Well, I could go on a 15-minute rant about how I got my first Ace Tanker badge and how it changed my life forever… but come on, with time you’ll get to know me, and I’ll get to know you, so let’s just skip that part for now, alrighty?

This armoured devil here on my shoulder is my buddy Richochet, or just Ricky for short. Don’t even ask me how I got hold of an armadillo... though, I think, you will hear that story at some point. And don’t get fooled by his cute look - this little beasty is tougher than a Maus.

Hey, Ricky, could you at least pretend to be polite and wave your tail or something, while I’m introducing you?

We’re going to hang around here from now on, looking after you (kind of). I have some tips to share and some jokes to tell... and Ricky just wants some cookies. He loves cookies.

I guess that’s about it, really. Well then, congrats to us on joining your Community!

Sparks and Ricky will see you again soon, Commanders!

Superweapons going hyper. Intense asymmetric combat where you can play in a team of six or as the big bad boss. Secret organizations and treaties. Family drama with some new faces. Refined unique gameplay mechanics. An awesome loot table that includes a very special rental TD with an autoloader for Random Battles plus a dozen Premium and reward vehicles (with the KJPZ TIII Jäger, the Object 283, and the Jagdtiger Prototype among them).

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[h3]WAFFENTRÄGER: PROJEKT HYPERION[/h3]

EU: September 25 at 11:00 CEST through October 9* at 11:00 CEST (UTC+2)
NA: September 25 at 02:00 PT | 04:00 CT | 05:00 ET through October 9* at 02:00 PT | 04:00 CT | 05:00 ET
ASIA: September 25 at 17:00 UTC+8 through October 9* at 17:00 UTC+8

*Please note: The last day of battles will take place on October 8.

[h3]PRIME TIMES (FIRST EVENT DAY)[/h3]

EU1, EU2, EU3: from 14:00 until 00:00 CEST (UTC+2)
EU4: from 14:00 until 20:00 CEST (UTC+2)
USC, SA: from 07:00 PT | 09:00 CT | 10:00 ET until 23:00 PT | 01:00 CT | 02:00 ET
ASIA1: from 17:00 until 00:00 UTC+8

[h3]PRIME TIMES (ALL OTHER EVENT DAYS)[/h3]

EU1, EU2: from 12:00 until 00:00 CEST (UTC+2)
EU3: from 11:00 until 00:00 CEST (UTC+2)
EU4: from 10:00 until 20:00 CEST (UTC+2)
USC, SA: from 11:00 PT | 13:00 CT | 14:00 ET until 23:00 PT | 01:00 CT | 02:00 ET
ASIA1: from 14:00 until 00:00 UTC+8

[h2]NEW MECHANICS[/h2]

Both sides of the conflict have been preparing for this showdown. The Blitzträger auf E 110 is now equipped with new Hyperion tech enabling it to do massive damage to multiple enemies. The Alliance has added one more tank type to their roster, which now lists four powerful machines; there are additional abilities allowing them to do splash damage and slowly regenerate HP.

Plasma obtained by the Harriers when a Generator is overloaded now enhances the power of their shots and abilities. There are three Generators on the battlefield at any moment, and each can be overcharged right after you deal with the Sentinel bots protecting it. Players will also meet opponents of comparable skill in battles, and the rental Waffenträger auf E 100 now comes with a fixed four-perk crew.



TO THE FULL GUIDE

[h2]GATES AND REWARDS[/h2]

During the event, you can obtain lots of valuables from different sources, with Harriers’ and Engineer’s Starters being the most desirable prizes. Each Starter type is used to open their respective Gate.

Harriers’ Gates can hold vehicle customization, credits, days of WoT Premium account, Personal Reserves, and more. Engineer’s Gates contain especially valuable items, such as more battles in the Waffenträger auf E 100, assorted customization elements including the Harriers’ 3D styles, gold, credits, Personal Reserves, Demounting Kits, Crew Books, and Premium vehicles, including new and very rare ones. You can replace the rewards you receive with credits (Harriers’ Gates) or gold (Engineer’s Gates).

Starters of either type are awarded for completing some combat missions and Progression Stages, plus Engineer’s Starters also come as gifts with special in-game Store packages available from September 25 until October 9.



https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/1407200/view/3741984674883004701

[h2]REWARD VEHICLES[/h2]

12 Premium and reward vehicles can be obtained from Engineer‘s Gates. That includes the CS⁠-52⁠ LIS, the ShPTK-TVP 100, the M-IV-Y, the Object 274a, the T54 Heavy, the Strv 81, the ISU⁠-⁠152K, the FV1066 Senlac, and the K-2.

There are three more machines that deserve particular attention. The KJPZ TIII Jäger, a Tier IX Premium German TD making its debut, is a nimble mobile sniper with great gun handling and accuracy. The Object 283, already known to the community, is a sleek Tier IX rear-turreted reward Soviet medium tank with a high DPM. Another interesting visitor is the Jagdtiger Prototype, a Tier VIII Premium German assault TD wielding a powerful 128 mm gun.



[h2]GOLDEN BLITZTRÄGER AUF E 220 HUNT[/h2]

Playing as a Harrier during the Waffenträger: Projekt Hyperion event, you can encounter a special version of the boss adversary, the Blitzträger auf E 220. The slightly different name of the vehicle and the special color scheme with a touch of gold signify that you are facing a special opponent: one of your favorite content creators or a Wargaming employee. Defeat a golden Blitzträger, and you (and every Harrier on the team) will get an Engineer’s Starter, plus some bragging rights.


[h2]THE PLOT THICKENS[/h2]

Waffenträger: Projekt Hyperion continues the story of intrigue, betrayal, and covert operations. Last year, the Alliance’s plans to acquire the dangerous tech developed by the notorious scientist and engineer Max von Krieger were thwarted by a gifted daughter of his, Ermelinda. This time, the Harriers’ superiors have decided to fight lightning with lightning, enlisting the help of her elder sister, Hannelore. The latter has improved the tactical potential of their vehicles, while Ermelinda has been busy working on the devastating Hyperion device.

Does this arms race boil down to mere sibling rivalry, or could some higher motives possibly be involved on either side? Participate in the event and find out! You can also recruit Hannelore as a tank commander (by completing one of the Progression Stages).

THE STORY SO FAR

[h2]GET THE FREE DLC! [/h2]

During the event, all Steam players can claim a special free DLC, Ermelinda’s Gift, containing a day of WoT Premium Account, three thematic decals, and a crew skin of Ermelinda herself. A nice addition to all the rewards you can receive in the event!

The exclusive DLC will be available only until October 9, 2023, so make sure to grab it in time!

https://store.steampowered.com/app/2572940/World_of_Tanks__Ermelindas_Gift_Pack/

[h2]TAKE PART IN OUR GIVEAWAY AND GET A GUARANTEED PRIZE![/h2]

We are holding a special Community Giveaway, where we ask Steam players to share their victory strategies as the Harriers or the Engineer in the comments of this article. Check them out to learn some useful tips and tricks—or share your own advice and get a guaranteed reward of one Community Token and one Voltage Regulator decal!

[h3]How to participate in the Giveaway: [/h3]

1. Click the Rate Up button under this article.
   
2. Share your favorite tips on securing a victory as the Harriers or the Engineer in the comments.
   

That’s it! If you complete these steps, you will receive your Community Token and event-themed decal a few days after the Giveaway ends on October 2, 2023.

[h3] The prize: [/h3]



[h2]Join the Fray, Commanders![/h2]

From September 25, try it all out: beat the boss and be the boss in event battles, play in the rental Waffenträger in Random Battles, maybe meet a golden Blitzträger, and earn a load of valuable and memorable rewards!