Albion Online News

Adjustments to new features introduced with the Realm Divided update, along with important fixes to a few gameplay issues.

[h3]Faction Warfare Changes[/h3]

Faction Travel Costs

• Resolved an issue that caused carrying some items to be much more expensive than intended
  • This primarily affected high-value items, and when traveling to lethal Provinces or back to cities
• Travel distances are now determined by Provinces instead of Regions to fairly distribute the cost across Factions
• Traveling from a city to an adjacent non-lethal Province is now free, to eliminate the possibility of having to pay to transport directly outside
• Prices have been adjusted to accommodate these new rule changes

Other Changes

• Added three additional Siege Times on all servers (all times UTC):
  • Albion Asia: 02:00, 05:00, 19:00
  • Albion Americas: 05:00, 13:00, 17:00
  • Albion Europe: 01:00, 09:00, 23:00
• The Pre-Siege period has been reduced to 10 minutes
• The respawn time of Faction Camps has been slightly randomized to distribute the availability of active camps more unpredictably
• Increased the bonus to Supply generation when a Faction falls a certain amount behind
  • This bonus was increased from 50% to 75% and now activates when a Faction is more than 30% behind another (previously 75%)
  • This bonus only applies once the Faction has generated at least 3,000 Supply in a Province

[h3]Fixes[/h3]

Faction Warfare Fixes

• Fixed issue where players could use Faction Transports to travel directly to friendly Outposts in lethal Provinces
• Fixed issue where Fortress Sieges won by defenders during server maintenance would not trigger an attack on a neighboring Province
• Fixed issue where parties would continue to appear as Faction Transport destinations when full
• Fixed issue where Faction Transport to a party in a lethal zone could place players further away than intended
• Fixed issue where changing party leader to a different Faction could prevent Faction Transport destinations from updating correctly
• Fixed issue where Faction bonuses would display within cities
• [MOBILE] Fixed issue where players using virtual controller could not resume attacking Fortress walls if interrupted

UI Fixes

• Fixed issue where the Party Finder could crash when listing existing parties
• Fixed issue where Crystal Arena season end time displayed incorrectly
• [CONTROLLER] Fixed issue where the 'Send Ping At Your Current Position' action would not accept controller keybinding

Other Fixes

• Fixed issue where party loot distribution settings would not apply to most chests
• Fixed issue where the /report command would not work
• [CONTROLLER] Fixed issue where players could only target the closest ally with spells, preventing proper healing
• [CONTROLLER] Fixed issue where target cycling could select only enemies
• Various additional graphical, animation, terrain, audio, UI, and localization fixes

Behind the Banner is a series that shines a light on Albion's many diverse guilds, from fierce PvP warbands to tight-knit social communities. Each episode delves into the identity, playstyle, and goals of a different guild, offering a glimpse into what life is really like behind the banner.

• Guild Name: La Guarida del Joker
• Alliance: Full Reconecting [AREPA]
• Guild Leader:  G3n3r4p
• Date Founded: April 2024
• Size: ~100 members
• Primary Language: Spanish
• Server: Albion Americas
• Discord: discord.gg/pmSzAhwjWr

Tell us about your guild.

After some rough days in the guild we used to be in, we started considering the idea of creating our own guild, and one day we just said: “let’s do it!” Guarida was then born on April 24, 2024. Since then we’ve had big highs and real lows: sometimes we were many, sometimes we were very few. We’ve been betrayed by people from inside our own ranks, but we’ve also had officers step up and refuse to let Guarida fall, always with G3n3 leading the way. People know us for being persistent. If we’re one or thirty, we defend ourselves the same. We’re also known because every officer who left us has tried to take our territory and hunt us down after. Spoiler: they never managed it.

Why did you choose this name? Is there a story or meaning behind it?

During a chat between the founders, we agreed to carry on the legacy of g3n3r4p and his podcast, The Joker’s Lair. Right there, laughing together, we picked the guild name and the colors that would represent us: purple and green.

What sort of activities do you focus on?

We do a bit of everything. Fame farming to help newer players grow, PvE to push Season Points, ZvZ to defend our territory, and whatever else keeps the guild moving.

What sort of members are you looking for?

We want players who aren’t scared of dying, who enjoy a fight, and who are ready to defend our territory as many times as it takes. New players are welcome too, as long as they’re willing to learn and become great players with us.

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Where is your guild primarily located?

Our territory and HQ are in Dryven Oasis, three maps out from the Bridgewatch portal.

Do you have any rivalries or ongoing quarrels with other guilds?

When The Lonely Men lost the war in their regions, they tried to claw back territory near the portal, and Dryvein Oasis was one of their targets. So every day we raised a banner to reclaim our map. It was excellent content.

What are some of your most memorable battles or activities?

One that stands out is our fight for Battlebrae Lake against Deceit. We were outnumbered, but still came out with over 200 profit.

What does your guild do for fun?

We like heading out to clean the map so the newer members can relax and farm without stress.



What is your guild's approach to the game? Do you have any core values or beliefs that guide how you play together?

We stick to the caller’s instructions, always. Loyalty to the guild is the baseline.

What are your goals for the future?

I want to take Guarida to Crystal Rank, with a strong, fierce ZvZ core behind us.

Anything else to share about your guild?

I’ll always be proud of the people who stayed with me and who have been loyal to the guild. Guarida makes us laugh, makes us mad sometimes, and gives us something fun every day. The combo we have is special. ¡AGUANTE GUARIDA! ♥G3n3r4p

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Albion is celebrating the holiday season with a month of daily surprises! We wanted to share a little extra joy this year, so, starting today, you can visit the Albion Online Web Shop or the native ingame store to claim a free gift every single day until December 24.

Come back each day at 9 UTC to uncover something new: an emotive treat, a handy boost, or a fun little surprise to brighten your adventures. Stop by the shop, unwrap the day’s gift, and return tomorrow for the next one. No catches, no conditions: just a daily moment of holiday cheer from us to you. Think of it as our thank you for being part of this world!

And since the season is known for causing a bit of cheerful chaos, we’re adding something extra: Fame Rushes spread throughout the month!



They’re the perfect excuse to jump in, chase unfinished goals, and enjoy the bustle of December. Keep your eyes peeled to find out when they’re coming.

Set your alarms, mark your calendars, and start polishing those “I’ll be right back” excuses. Thank you for adventuring with us, and enjoy unwrapping the days ahead!

CLAIM YOUR GIFT

The season of magic and wonder has arrived, wrapping Albion in festive lights and cheer! This December, embark on your adventures with a seasonal companion: the Festive Reindeer skin for your Giant Stag. Let this cozy mount guide you through the darkest nights, brightening your travels with its festive glow and jingling bells. Refer a friend and ride with cheer, as bells ring bright and the holiday spirit draws near!

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Invite a whole sleigh-full of friends to join the celebration and open more gifts:

• Refer 1 Friend: Festive Reindeer mount skin
• Refer 3 Friends: A T7 Pile of Tomes worth 100,000 Fame
• Refer 5 Friends: A T8 Pile of Tomes worth 200,000 Fame
• Bonus for your first-ever referral: A T8 Pile of Tomes worth 200,000 Fame
• Additionally, for each friend you refer, you'll receive 500 Gold!

Getting your friends in on the action is as simple as following these steps:

• Step 1: Share your referral link with a friend, which you can find here when logged into the website with your game account
• Step 2: Your friend signs up to Albion Online
• Step 3: Your friend purchases at least 30 days of Premium status from the Albion Online Web Shop or ingame store, unlocking your rewards
  • Note that this does not apply to Premium purchased with ingame currencies (Gold and Silver)

This merry mount won’t linger long, so claim the Festive Reindeer before it’s gone!

Snow swirls, lights twinkle, and Albion transforms into a playground of winter fun as the Yuletide Challenge begins. Earn Challenge Points throughout your adventures to unlock the Snow Husky, a spirited companion who lives for snowy mischief, zooming through icy roads with boundless energy and dashing ahead in joyful bursts. Step into the season, chase your seasonal rewards, and let the frosty festivities carry you forward.

[h3]Yuletide Greetings[/h3] SNOW HUSKY: You've got another chance to claim the charming Snow Husky, a handsome canine companion that will carry you through Albion's harshest terrain. Along with its strong base move speed, its Hunting Instinct spell gives a short but powerful speed burst.

AVATAR RING: Along with the Snow Husky, adventurers who reach this month's total point goal will unlock the Yuletide Challenge Ring, which gives your avatar a cheery holiday look any time of year. And remember: unclaimed Adventurer's Challenge Rings can always be traded in for Adventurer's Tokens at the Vanity Merchant!

SEASONAL SPECIALS: Unlock Yuletide Challenge chests to get a mix of holiday-themed prizes, along with goodies like Silver, Tomes of Insight, treasures and resources. Each chest has a chance to give classic Yuletide decorations like Presents and Decorated Trees as well as the Yuletide Candle, Wreath, Lantern, and Candy Boot!

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[h3]How to participate in the Adventurer's Challenge[/h3]
The Adventurer's Challenge is a monthly event where you can earn exclusive rewards such as mounts, Tomes of Insight, bags of Silver, and more. By gathering, fishing, farming, and defeating monsters, you'll earn Challenge Points that fill daily, weekly, and monthly progress bars. To track your progress, open the Adventurer's Challenge UI by clicking on the Activities menu.



While only Premium players can unlock the Monthly Rewards (Avatar Ring, Mount) and Weekly Rewards (Challenge Chests), anyone can claim the Daily Rewards, which include 10 Learning Points and a Tier 4 Tome of Insight. Non-Premium players also make progress on all reward tracks, so when you’re ready to unlock Premium, your earned rewards will be waiting for you!