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Update 39 Preview—Base Game Improvements and Additions


Learn about some of the key changes and additions coming with the Update 39 free base-game patch.

During the ESO Global Reveal back in January, we announced that we were taking the time during this development cycle to focus on polishing in-game systems and addressing some of the community’s longstanding requests. We are happy to announce that the first round of these changes, in addition to a host of various bug fixes, will be arriving August 21 on PC/Mac and September 5 for Xbox and PlayStation consoles in the Update 39 base-game patch. As a base-game update, Update 39 is free for all existing ESO players, with no additional purchase required. Discover some of the changes coming with Update 39 below!
[h2]General Improvements[/h2]
Quest & Content Improvements for New Players

To help new players who are feeling overwhelmed upon first entering Tamriel, the team has implemented a host of changes designed to reduce the volume and frequency of quest choices presented to players in early content. Specifically, this update changes when certain quest bestowers appear and how fervent they are in chasing you down. This includes quests bestowers for the main story, Fighters Guild, Mages Guild, Battlegrounds, Undaunted, and other questlines. With Update 39, as you level up and explore, these quests will more gradually become available for you to pick up—keeping that journal in a more manageable state!

Navigator Quest Pins

This update also introduces a new system that utilizes Tamriel’s navigators: NPCs that transport players between critical destinations for free. Tracked quests (active or inactive) will now indicate whether these navigators can take you where you need to go. When approaching a navigator NPC, you’ll see a “door” pin indicating that they can help you in your journey. When conversing with these NPCs, the appropriate dialog line will also have the same pin next to it, ensuring you’re sent to the right location to continue your quest.

New Endeavor Activity Types

Update 39 also includes the addition of new types of weekly and daily Endeavors, giving you a greater variety of ways to earn your Seals of Endeavor. Examples include Endeavors that ask you to complete Tales of Tribute matches; capture Farms, Keeps, or Towns in Cyrodiil; and complete Trials with guildmates.

Earn more Seals of Endeavors in Cyrodiil

Item Management Improvements

In addition, this patch features changes that help you better understand and manage your inventory’s various items. With Update 39, certain Crown Store items that appear the same but come from different sources will all stack together, freeing up valuable inventory space. Additionally, to help clear up what items can and cannot be sold, unsellable items will now be listed as worth zero gold in your inventory. Previous zero gold items that can now be sold will be valued at one gold. This includes items such as low-level gear, some crafting materials, low-level provisions, lockpicks, and tutorial items.
[h2]PvP Additions[/h2]
PvP Death Notifications

With Update 39, a new death notification system has been added during your PvP clashes in Cyrodiil, the Imperial City, and Battlegrounds. This new chat feature alerts you as to who defeated whom, tells you around what area the death occurred, and displays the Alliance ranks of those in the battle. Furthermore, you can find more information on the “Crossed Swords” map icons, showing who’s currently winning a specific battle in Cyrodiil or the Imperial City.

New PvP Rewards

Update 39 also introduces various new items for players to spend their Alliance Points on including three Cyrodiil-based Monster Masks: Jerall Mountains Warchief, Nibenay Bay Battlereeve, and Colovian Highlands General. These new Monster Masks each provide unique boons to Tamriel’s PvP warriors. For example, the Nibenay Bay Battlereeve mask automatically generates a damage shield for you whenever you are forcefully moved via a pull, knockback, or teleport ability. You can acquire these new Monster Masks from Cyrodiil Elite Gear Vendors located at the Eastern Elsweyr Gate, Southern High Rock Gate and Northern Morrowind Gate by trading Alliance Points.

Additionally, you can adorn yourself with the new Unfeathered Battle Body and Face Markings, revealing your warrior spirit. You can obtain these Markings from Gladiator's Rucksacks after completing Cyrodiil Conquest Mission Board daily quests.

Earn new Monster Masks for your Scamp hunts!

Treasure Scamp Drop Boosts

The Imperial City’s Treasure Scamps have also received a buff* in Update 39 to the number of rewards they drop when defeated. Cunning Scamps will now drop a much greater quantity of Tel Var Stones, and Trove Scamps will now drop a tradable piece of Imperial City Gear. Even more reasons to chase the hapless Daedra down should you see them—happy hunting!
[h2]Home Editor Improvements[/h2]
Preview Crown Furnishings

For Housing aficionados, Update 39 includes the ability to preview the placement of Crown Furnishings (furnishings you buy from the in-game Crown Store) before making a purchase. This allows you to see exactly how a furnishing might fit into your home before committing.

Inventory Furnishing Placement

This new update also introduces the ability to place furnishings directly from your Inventory and Collectibles UI while in your home. To do so, simply find the item in your Inventory or Collectibles UI, select it, and select the “Place” option—easy!

These are just some highlights from the upcoming base-game patch. If you’d like to see the complete list of fixes, improvements, and additions, check out the patch notes on our official forums here and be sure to keep an eye out more regarding Update 39 in the near future.

You can try out the update for yourself right now by logging into our PC/Mac Public Test Server. Be sure to let us know what you think and don’t forget that this update is completely free for all existing ESO players. Are you looking forward to Update 39? Let us know what you’re most excited for via Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook!

*Although the scamps themselves might not see it that way!

Update 39 Now Available on the PC/Mac Public Test Server!


Help us test the fixes, changes, and improvements coming to The Elder Scrolls Online with Update 39, now live on PTS!

The Update 39 base-game patch is now live on the Public Test Server (PTS) and can be accessed by players via the PC/Mac ESO launcher. This base-game update includes a collection of bug fixes, balance changes, and improvements for all ESO players. If you’re interested in helping us test everything associated with Update 39, we invite you to join us in the PTS environment!

To access the PTS, head over to the Settings menu located within the PC/Mac ESO launcher by toggling the “Show Public Test Environment.” You may then download and access the test environment. Please remember to leave feedback and report any bugs you discover by typing “/feedback” or “/bug” through the in-game chat.

If you’d like to learn more about what to expect in Update 39, be sure to check out our recent ESO Live show and the PTS Patch Notes on the official ESO forums.

Are you excited to preview the changes and improvements coming with Update 39? Let us know via TwitterInstagram, or Facebook!

The Elder Scrolls Online Update 39 arrives August 21 on PC/Mac, and September 5 for Xbox and PlayStation consoles.

ESO Live: July 10 @ 12PM EDT—Update 39 Preview Stream


Join us Monday on Twitch as the ESO Community Team breaks down the upcoming changes and additions arriving in Update 39!

Tune in to Twitch.tv/Bethesda for ESO Live next Monday, July 10 at 12PM EDT, as Lead Community Manager Jessica Folsom and Senior Community Manager Gina Bruno preview the upcoming Update 39 base-game patch notes!

During this livestream, our Community Managers will share with you a first glance at some of the new features, improvements, and adjustments for all players as part of this free base-game patch shortly before these changes arrive in the ESO Public Test Servers (PTS). If you’re keen to see how your time in Tamriel is going to be changing with Update 39, don’t miss this informative stream!

As always, Twitch Drops will be enabled (link your ESO and Twitch accounts here) during the show, so be sure to join us on Twitch.tv/Bethesda this coming Monday, July 10 at 12PM EDT. See you there!

ESO Live is your official Elder Scrolls Online stream, hosted on Twitch.tv/Bethesda by ESO’s Community Team.

Necrom Chapter Review Roundup


See what the press has been saying about The Elder Scrolls Online’s all-new Necrom Chapter.

With The Elder Scrolls Online: Necrom now live on PC/Mac, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5, we’ve been delighted with the response from the ESO community. In addition, we’ve also been thrilled to see the gaming press share their impressions of ESO’s latest Chapter. Read what they’ve had to say about ESO: Necrom, including the Telvanni Peninsula and Apocrypha, the Arcanist class, and the Shadow Over Morrowind storyline below!




“The art team has done amazing work with the Daedric Realm of Apocrypha."

The Elder Scrolls Online Necrom Review—MMORPG



“The Arcanist class is a blast to play.”

The Elder Scrolls Online: Necrom Review – Arcanists and Mushrooms—MP1ST

 

“[Necrom has] an abundance of excellent content to experience.”

The Elder Scrolls online: Necrom Review – The City of the Dead—COG Connected



“[The] Telvanni Peninsula makes you feel right at home in Morrowind.”

The Elder Scrolls Online: Necrom review – It ain’t easy being green—GamingTrend



“Necrom is one of the most aesthetically pleasing Chapters.”

The Elder Scrolls Online: Necrom Review—Infinite Start

 

“The Elder Scrolls Online: Necrom checks all the boxes of what players would want from their annual expansion and then some.”

Review: The Elder Scrolls Online: Necrom—Hardcore Gamer



“Necrom is a great reason to revisit and hang out in the Morrowind province for a summer of Eldritch horror.”

The Elder Scrolls Online: Necrom Review—Saving Content



“[Necrom has been] a whimsical and terrifying pleasure.”

The Elder Scrolls Online: Necrom Review (PC) – I Am The Mushroom Queen—PowerUp!



What is your impression of the new Necrom Chapter? Are you in the process of leveling up your Arcanist while exploring its two new zones? Tell us via TwitterInstagram, and Facebook

The Elder Scrolls Online: Necrom is part of the Shadow Over Morrowind adventure and is now live on PC/Mac, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 4, and PlayStation 5.

Crown Store Showcase—July 2023


As we prepare for Sun’s Height, let’s take a peek at the collection of goodies arriving in the Crown Store this July!

Contained within this showcase is a list of items and collectibles that are coming to the Crown Store during the month of July 2023. You can also see everything currently available in the shop by stopping by the Crown Store page. Don’t forget that to take advantage of any of these offers, you’ll need Crowns, which you can acquire from the Buy Crowns page.



[h2]ESO Plus Deals[/h2]
All ESO Plus™ members have access to a monthly selection of exclusive deals and items. You can find more information about them in this article.




Exclusive Free Items

Painting: Arrival at Bal Foyen

The light of dawn caresses the spires of Bal Foyen as a trader and their travel-burdened guar arrive at this Dark Elf sanctum by the sea.

The Painting: Arrival at Bal Foyen will be available in the Crown Store FREE exclusively to ESO Plus Members on all platforms for a limited time, from June 29 to August 3, 2023, at 10AM EDT.



[h2]Crown Gem and Seals of Endeavor Items[/h2]
Pet

Ice Nixad

There is some debate among naturalists as to whether the Ice Nixad is a separate breed that is mainly seen in the winter because it hibernates during the warm months, or whether it's just a winter phase of ordinary Nixads that sometimes stays year-round.

The Ice Nixad pet will be available for Crown Gems and Seals of Endeavor on all platforms for a limited time, from July 3 to July 20, 2023, at 10AM EDT. ESO Plus Members will receive a discount on this item.




Polymorph

Sylvan Spriggan

Befriend your fellow woodland creatures as you dance under the forest's boughs, swaying gracefully in the guise of a sylvan-born spriggan, and unleash nature's fury on those who intrude upon the Green.

The Sylvan Spriggan polymorph will be available for Crown Gems and Seals of Endeavor on all platforms starting July 20, 2023, to August 3, 2023, at 10AM EDT.



[h2]Adornments[/h2]
Hair

The Casual Rascal

Everyone knows somebody who wears this head of hair: they may lead you into mischief, but you know you'll have a good time.

The Casual Rascal will be available in the Crown Store on all platforms starting July 31, 2023, to August 3, 2023, at 10AM EDT.





[h2]Markings[/h2]
Head Markings

Anequine Oasis Eyes

"Though many dispute whether Khenarthi, S'rendarr, or another spirit grants these jade-green eyes to blessed individuals, all agree on one thing: Those who discover and share the location of an oasis to those in need earn them."—Sulema, Initiate Scholar

The Anequine Oasis Eyes will be available in the Crown Store on all platforms starting July 20, 2023, to July 27, 2023, at 10AM EDT.





[h2]Crafting[/h2]
Motifs

Crown Crafting Motif: Blessed Inheritor

Nals Indalyn writes: “By my visions through the Blessed Stone, I have seen us on the day of her return. She will know us by the adornments that protect us against the Scourge.” Use to learn the Blessed Inheritor crafting style.

The Crown Crafting Motif: Blessed Inheritor will be available in the Crown Store on all platforms starting July 5, at 10AM EDT. The Blessed Inheritor chapters, and very rarely the complete book, have a chance to drop from Matriarch Lladi Telvanni in Bal Sunnar, in Stonefalls.




Crown Crafting Motif: Tsaesci Style

Kiasa-Veda writes: "Much may not be shared outside the true bloodlines, but this was never true of our artisanship. Would you follow the Serpentine Ways of Making? Then here, armorer, are your models." Use this motif to craft items in the Tsaesci style.

The Crown Crafting Motif: Tsaesci Style will be available in the Crown Store on all platforms starting July 20, 2023, to July 27, 2023, at 10AM EDT.




Outfit Styles

Elder Scrolls Artifact: Skull of Corruption

Alter your staff's Outfit style with a replica of the Skull of Corruption Elder Scrolls Artifact, the signature weapon of the Daedric Prince Vaermina.

The Elder Scrolls Artifact: Skull of Corruption will be available in the Crown Store on all platforms starting July 10, 2023, to July 13, 2023, at 10AM EDT. ESO Plus Members will receive a discount on this item.






Earthgore Arms Pack

Mindil the Untested shared this advice to a new Undaunted member: “The Earthgore Amalgam, eh? You may have some tricks against iron atronachs in your arsenal, but be prepared for some things you’ve not seen before.” Alter your weapon's appearance to match the Undaunted Earthgore awards by using this complete set of Outfit styles.

The Earthgore Arms Pack will be available in the Crown Store on all platforms starting July 17, 2023, to July 24, 2023, at 10AM EDT. ESO Plus Members will receive a discount on this item. The matching mask page will have a small chance to drop from the eponymous boss, Earthgore Amalgam, from veteran Bloodroot Forge. The matching shoulder page can be purchased from Urgarlag Chief-bane for 50 undaunted keys, or has a chance of dropping from Urgarlag’s Mystery Coffer for 1 key. Having the achievement “Tempered Tantrum” increases the drop chances of both items.



[h2]Wardrobe[/h2]
Costumes

Elder Council Tunic and Sash

Inspired by the majestic and imposing attire of the Imperial Elder Council, this tunic and sash ensemble by Diocletia of Skingrad is suitable for high-profile occasions from the formal to the celebratory. Show off the proud heritage of the Empire!

The Elder Council Tunic and Sash costume will be available in the Crown Store on all platforms for a limited time, from July 3 to July 6, 2023, at 10AM EDT. ESO Plus Members will receive a discount on this item.






Cyrod Gentry's Town Gown

"Tailored from sheerest linen, this aristocratic gown is as daring as it is discreet," says the renowned Diocletia of Skingrad. "Whether you're dining or dancing, shopping or just showing off, this is for you."

The Cyrod Gentry's Town Gown costume will be available in the Crown Store on all platforms for a limited time, from July 6 to July 10, 2023, at 10AM EDT. ESO Plus Members will receive a discount on this item.




Wayrest Suede Doublet Ensemble

"There's no reason why everyday wear has to look frumpy! A man likes to look good when he's at his trade, and what looks better than a suede doublet over velveteen breeches?" says Lady Eloisse, Couturier of House Manteau.

The Wayrest Suede Doublet Ensemble will be available in the Crown Store on all platforms for a limited time, from July 10 to July 13, 2023, at 10AM EDT. ESO Plus Members will receive a discount on this item.




Kinlord's Alinor Attire

Even if you're not a kinlord, every High Elf is a noble at heart, and wants something in his wardrobe suitable for attendance at Alinor's Royal Palace. This majestic Elven ensemble is just the thing!

Kinlord's Alinor Attire will be available in the Crown Store on all platforms for a limited time, from July 27 to July 31, 2023, at 10AM EDT. ESO Plus Members will receive a discount on this item.



[h2]Crate[/h2]
Wild Hunt Crate

A mystery collection of Wild Hunt-related items!

Wild Hunt Crate will be available in the Crown Store on all platforms for a limited time, from July 20 to August 3, 2023, at 10AM EDT.



[h2]Events [/h2]
Currency

Event Tickets

 A ticket used to purchase rare goods from The Impresario, Event Merchant. Curious as to what goods? Well, chat with her to see what she has to offer!

Single Event Tickets will be available in the Crown Store on all platforms for a limited time during Zeal of Zenithar. Stay tuned for event details! Event Tickets are also giftable to other players from within the Crown Store.


[h2]Furniture [/h2]
Apocryphal Shifting Sculpture

Watch mesmerized as this sculpture from Apocrypha shifts and morphs languidly. Perfect for those times when you just need to stare at something while organizing your thoughts.

The Apocryphal Shifting Sculpture will be available in the Crown Store on all platforms for a limited time, from July 13 to July 27, 2023, at 10AM EDT.



Sithis, The Dread Father

Hail to Sithis, blood's drop on blade's edge. Before you, nothing. Behind you, the Void. Catalyst, agitator, many-fanged maw.

The Sithis, The Dread Father statue will be available in the Crown Store on all platforms for a limited time, from July 13 to July 27, 2023, at 10AM EDT. ESO Plus Members will receive a discount on this item.


Music Box, Deeproot Dirge

When activated, plays a music box arrangement of the meditative "Deeproot" composition.

The Music Box, Deeproot Dirge will be available in the Crown Store on all platforms for a limited time, from July 24 to July 27, 2023, at 10AM EDT.


Music Box, Enigmas of the Elder Way

When activated, plays a music box arrangement of the mesmerizing "Enigmas of the Elder Way" composition.

The Music Box, Enigmas of the Elder Way will be available in the Crown Store on all platforms for a limited time, from July 27 to August 3, 2023, at 10AM EDT. ESO Plus Members will receive a discount on this item.



Statue, Ancestor-King Auri-El

Ayleid artist-enchanters captured the might of the king of the Aldmer and his avian companion in this commanding statue! Light up this focal piece with the eagle's golden glow, Auri-El's lambent eyes, scintillating sunbeams, or a combination of these.

The Statue, Ancestor-King Auri-El will be available in the Crown Store on all platforms for a limited time, from July 27 to August 3, 2023, at 10AM EDT. ESO Plus Members will receive a discount on this item.



[h2]Houses[/h2]
The Erstwhile Sanctuary

Built into the foundations of Kvatch itself, this ancient complex was abandoned by the Dark Brotherhood after a subterranean collapse tumbled one wall of the Speaker's bedchamber into a massive natural cavern.

The Erstwhile Sanctuary will be available in the Crown Store on all platforms for a limited time, from July 13 to July 27, 2023, at 10AM EDT. Furnished and unfurnished versions will be available.




Grand Psijic Villa

When Artaeum was "removed" from Tamriel, a few neighboring isles went with it, including the site of the Grand Psijic Villa, a monumental estate with magnificent views of the south coast of the main island.

Grand Psijic Villa will be available in the Crown Store on all platforms for a limited time, from July 27 to August 10, 2023, at 10AM EDT. Furnished and unfurnished versions will be available.



[h2]Houseguests[/h2]
Erilthel

Erilthel's quest to become Lady Twilight, Tamriel's greatest thief, brought her to your door until her teacher, Seeks-the-Dark, finds her again. After adding Erilthel to your home, you can set her on a path, plus you and your visitors can speak with her.

Erilthel will be available in the Crown Store on all platforms for a limited time, from July 13 to July 20, 2023, at 10AM EDT. ESO Plus Members will receive a discount on this item.




Relic-Apprentice Marafar

With her initial Daedric studies finished, Marafar hopes to uncover more secrets as she assists Artaeum's Relicmaster. Will you host her efforts? After adding Marafar to your home, you can set her on a path, plus you and your visitors can speak with her.

Relic-Apprentice Marafar will be available in the Crown Store on all platforms for a limited time, from July 27 to August 3, 2023, at 10AM EDT. ESO Plus Members will receive a discount on this item.



[h2]Assistants[/h2]
Hoarfrost, Takubar Trader

Summoned from the fourth Sinus of Takubar, Hoarfrost will convey your goods (or the goods of your groupmates) to the cold-flame pits of Oblivion in exchange for mortal coins.

Hoarfrost, Takubar Trader will be available in the Crown Store on all platforms starting July 6, 2023, at 10AM EDT.


Pyroclast, Infernace Conservator

Hailing from the pocket realm of Infernace, Pyroclast will holdfast your items (or the items of your groupmates) in the fiery pits of Oblivion. Minor scorching may occur.

Pyroclast, Infernace Conservator will be available in the Crown Store on all platforms starting July 6, 2023, at 10AM EDT.



[h2]Mounts[/h2]
Black Drake Howler

These wolves were among the first creatures to storm Evermore when the Reachmen's attack broke through the city's walls. Each wolf's unique markings display their lineage with some incorporating designs from Durcorach's beloved howler herself.

The Black Drake Howler will be available in the Crown Store on all platforms for a limited time, from July 6 to July 13, 2023, at 10AM EDT. ESO Plus Members will receive a discount on this item.




Manelord Nightmare Senche

King of the Nightmare Pride, this night-black senche-tiger has burning paws and flames hissing from its face; rumor says Mehrunes Dagon is responsible.

The Manelord Nightmare Senche will be available in the Crown Store on all platforms for a limited time, from July 13 to July 20, 2023, at 10AM EDT. ESO Plus Members will receive a discount on this item.




Hivethief Vvardvark

"Look at that tongue! You can thank Spellwright Domavas for these bug-eating beauties, expanding on Magister Varkenel's work. I hear he first tried to give them feathers, failed, then came up with this gorgeous steed."—Cidius Sosia, Necrom Stablemaster

The Hivethief Vvardvark mount will be available in the Crown Store on all platforms for a limited time, from July 27 to August 3, 2023, at 10AM EDT.



Queen's Claw Senche-raht

A scholar studying Mnemoli the Blue Star as well as a Whispering Claw warrior, this Senche-raht serves Queen Khamira with both brain and brawn. He volunteered to travel with you, lending you speed and steady companionship.

The Queen's Claw Senche-raht mount will be available in the Crown Store on all platforms for a limited time, from July 31 to August 7, 2023, at 10AM EDT. ESO Plus Members will receive a discount on this item.



[h2]Emotes[/h2]
Soul Gem, Parchment, Clippers

Soul Gem beats Clippers, Clippers beat Parchment, Parchment beats Soul Gem. Ready? Go!

The Soul Gem, Parchment, Clippers will be available in the Crown Store on all platforms for a limited time, from July 31 to August 3, 2023, at 10AM EDT. ESO Plus Members will receive a discount on this item.

 
[h2]Pets[/h2]
Silver Daenian Werewolf Tracker

The werewolf hunters of the Silver Dawn rely on the courage and keen noses of these great High Rock hounds to help them track Tamriel's lycanthropes to their lairs.

Silver Daenian Werewolf Tracker will be available in the Crown Store on all platforms for a limited time, from July 6 to July 10, 2023, at 10AM EDT. ESO Plus Members will receive a discount on this item.




Sep Adder

These flying vipers have short tempers and nasty dispositions, but just look at those cute crimson eyes! Some of them can even be trained not to inject poison when they bite. The perfect pet!

The Sep Adder pet will be available in the Crown Store on all platforms for a limited time, from July 10 to July 13, 2023, at 10AM EDT. ESO Plus Members will receive a discount on this item.


There is no shortage of incredible items arriving in the Crown Store this month, including some truly outlandish mounts and pets, two breathtaking households, and more. Be sure to show off these new collectibles while exploring the recently released Elder Scrolls Online: Necrom!

Have an idea of what goodies you want to snag before the end of the month? Don’t forget to purchase the Crowns you might need from the Buy Crowns page beforehand! What new or returning item are you most excited to pick up this July? Let us know via Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook!