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"Knights of the Fallen Empire" officially announced

Posted: Fri Jun 12, 2015 23:38
by Corvinius
Well, seems they learned after the criticism of too few content in the Revan expansion.

New companions, new worlds also announced as well as more story.

Sure looking forward to the E3 Presentation on 15th of June.

Let's see Bioware...

;-)




"According to the EA press release released today, SWTOR’s next expansion will be called Knights of the Fallen Empire with more details to be revealed on monday.

The E3 presentation will start on 1 PM PDT on Monday June 15.

Star Wars™: The Old Republic™ – The largest story-driven expansion to date, Knights of the Fallen Empire, marks a renewed focus on cinematic storytelling in Star Wars: The Old Republic. The expansion will deliver on the hallmarks of what makes a great BioWare™ game: new worlds to explore, new companions to recruit, and a dynamic story that players will be able to shape based on the choices they make.

Source: http://news.ea.com/press-release/compan ... e-15-eacom

The EA E3 Press Conference, Monday 6/15 | 06.12.2015, 08:27 PM

Hey folks,

Here’s the one place to find all of the information about the SWTOR 2015 EA E3 press conference! I hope that you are ready to learn more about what our teaser from Star Wars™ Celebration is all about.

When?
The EAE3 press conference happens on Monday, June 15th at 1PM PDT.

1PM PDT
3PM CDT
4PM EDT
8PM GMT
9PM BST
10PM CEST
6AM AEST

Where?
Watch the press conference on our livestream, here.

What?
Learn more about what we hinted at during Star Wars Celebration. Let us know what you think on Twitter with #SWTOR #EAE3 #FallenEmpire

Thanks everyone! Keep your eyes on this thread if you want to be the first to know as we post updates here.
May the Force™ be with you!

-eric"

Re: "Knights of the Fallen Empire" officially announced

Posted: Sat Jun 13, 2015 11:15
by Corvinius
Also a new cinematic trailer may be rolling in.

This tease certainly makes it likely...

http://dulfy.net/2015/06/12/swtor-new-f ... i-trailer/

Announcement FUBAR - Bioware accidentially posts the Expansion announcement! SOUNDS....GREAT!

Posted: Sun Jun 14, 2015 14:56
by Corvinius
Reddit has copied the only shortly online shown extent of the Expansion!

If that is confirmed it sounds....GREAT!

Especially as the classes get a storyline again - and there are 16 (!!!) announced new chapters with this story arc!

Here is the link from reddit. Below the announcement before it was cancelled by Bioware due to to early posting...

http://www.reddit.com/r/swtor/comments/ ... re/cs5le6m

EDIT: Page has now been removed. Massive fuck up to make that public facing whilst it's in development.

"A man can have anything... If he's willing to sacrifice everything. Step into an epic story-driven adventure as your character becomes The Outlander, a veteran of the Great Galactic War. A third faction threatens the galaxy as we know it, and your choices will determine the fate of both the Sith Empire and Galactic Republic. Knights of the Fallen Empire includes the first nine chapters, fueled by BioWare-style cinematic storytelling, that kicks off a new player-driven story arc that puts you at the center of a conflict where your choices have impact on outcomes including unexpected twists and betrayals. Choose your path…join or betray companions, old and new…and shape the future of the entire galaxy as well as your own. Best of all, this is only the beginning…

THE ADVENTURE BEGINS ON OCTOBER 27TH, FREE FOR ALL SUBSCRIBERS! READY TO SACRIFICE EVERYTHING? SUBSCRIBE NOW ALREADY A SUBSCRIBER OF STAR WARS: THE OLD REPUBULIC? GET REWARDS NOW Continuous Storyline. Choices that matter. BioWare Storytelling. And MORE. CHOICES THAT MATTER Be at the center of a personal Star Wars™ story where choices matter and impact outcomes.

START AT LEVEL 60 You will become The Outlander, a Level 60 veteran of the Great Galactic War.

BUILD AN ALLIANCE Build a team of hand-picked allies to join your alliance; meet new companions and reunite with existing companions ready to offer you their loyalty.

YOUR PERSONAL SAGA Play one of eight class stories enhanced to offer a deeper, more accessible experience purely focused on immersing you in a personal Star Wars story.

CONTINUOUS STORY This is only the beginning of an evolving Star Wars story, new chapters released on a regular basis.

SUBSCRIBER REWARDS PROGRAM PREPARE TO FACE YOUR DESTINY. BE A SUBSCRIBER ON THE DATES BELOW TO EARN REWARDS IN-GAME AT LAUNCH*

Nico Okarr Companion JUL 31 When you travel with Nico Okarr, the legendary gunslinger from Star Wars: The Old Republic's "Return" cinematic trailer, you can be sure that he will always have your back.

Nico Okarr Blaster Set AUG 31 A stylish weapon set for the enthusiastic gunslinger; keep it for yourself or give to your Companion.

Nico Okarr Duster Coat SEP 30 Impressive is the only word that describes Nico’s swashbuckling duster; you can be sure that wearing this duster sets you apart from other heroes.

Star Wars™: Knights of the Old Republic™ - Inspired Swoop Bike OCT 19 Escape your enemies in epic style on your custom Star Wars™: Knights of the Old Republic™-inspired Swoop Bike

Early Access JUL 31 – OCT 19 Choose to be a Subscriber from July 31 to October 19 to receive the Early Access Bonus Reward! Be one of the first to jump in and get access to Knights of the Fallen Empire seven days prior to live launch. ALL SUBSCRIBERS RECEIVE THE ADVANTAGE OF THE EPIC STORY XP BOOST THROUGH OCTOBER 19, 2015!** The Epic Story XP Boost allows all subscribers to level from 1 – 50 by playing only the Class Story Missions and offers just over 12x XP boost to your leveling progress.

SUBSCRIBE NOW Cast of Characters Arcann Valkorion Lana Beniko Vaylin Koth Vortena Senya HK-55 ARCANN The Dark Prince. "Destiny is a lie." Destiny is a lie. Fate is the falsest of hopes. I am beyond prophecy. I forge my own path by making the difficult choices. Now, it is your turn.

I am not without mercy. Surrender and you may live. Stand against me, and I will turn you into a monument for fools who believe their victory is preordained. Choose wisely.

VALKORION The Immortal Emperor. "I can make you powerful beyond reason…if you will only kneel." Everything until now has been the means to an end. I forged the Empire of Zakuul to surmount all of my previous works. It will span eternity.

Do not presume there are limits to my power. The Eternal Throne commands a fleet that will reshape the galaxy into any image I choose. Whatever you hope to achieve by opposing me, know that you will never succeed.

LANA BENIKO The Dark Advisor. "I deemed you a worthy ally once. I hope I wasn't wrong." The Sith Empire and Galactic Republic have fallen. The Jedi and Sith have retreated to their temples. No one remains to stand between the Eternal Throne and the utter destruction of all we hold dear.

It has to be you. Find the strength within yourself to persevere and sacrifice your own needs for those of the galaxy. You're our last hope.

VAYLIN The Remorseless Prodigy. "Rules are for people who lack the creativity to break them." I have always been held back. All my life, my power has been restrained for fear of the chaos and bloodshed that I might inflict on a whim.

But our whims represent our truest selves. And now that my power is fully my own, I intend to be very truthful.

KOTH VORTENA The Exiled General. "We're going to win this thing. I’m telling you, its destiny." I grew up on Zakuul, served in the military. I know its potential for greatness, but all I see is the bleak reality of what it's become.

Someone has to stand up to tyranny, right here and now. To make it clear that we reject this twisted vision for the galaxy. Someone has to own up to their destiny and fight.

SENYA The Vengeful Enforcer. "Even Emperors must answer to the law." I have served with honor. I have upheld the law and pursued offenders to the far corners of the galaxy. And I have lost everyone I ever held close.

The worst among us now rule over us. Their laws will never bring justice to the monsters who betray our ideals and murder our children. But I will.

HK-55 The Loyal Bodyguard. "Declaration: Meatbag defense protocols engaged." Lament: I am programmed for your maximum protection, but hostile meatbags continually demand I reactivate my termination subroutines.

Reassurance: I have no particular wish to harm the stupid meatbags. I was merely designed to be especially good at it.

Affirmation: Anything that threatens you will wish it had never existed, master.

Chapters Chapter 1 The Hunt

Chapter 2 A Dream of Empire

Chapter 3 Outlander

Chapter 4 The Gravestone

Chapter 5 From the Grave

Chapter 6 Asylum

Chapter 7 Lady of Sorrows

Chapter 8 Taking Flight

Chapter 9 The Alliance

Chapter 10 Anarchy In Paradise

Chapter 11 Disavowed

Chapter 12 Coming Soon

Chapter 13 Coming Soon

Chapter 14 Coming Soon

Chapter 15 Coming Soon

Chapter 16 Coming Soon

Terms and Conditions To qualify for the Knights of the Fallen Empire Subscriber Rewards, the account must be in a Subscriber status as of 11:59PM PDT//6:59AM GMT on the date listed by the reward. Knights of the Fallen Empire rewards are delivered through in-game mail and are redeemable as of the launch of the expansion upon login on October 27, 2015. To qualify for the Early Access Bonus, you must have qualified for each of the four rewards by being a subscriber on each of the 4 listed reward dates. Once you qualify you may enter and play Knights of the Fallen Empire on October 20, 2015, seven (7) days prior to live launch on October 27, 2015. *The Subscriber Epic Story XP Boost offers a significant enhancement of about 12x normal rate to the class story progression experience and includes: Increased commendations to support gear needs along the way Quick travel points unlocked as soon as they are revealed on the map Reduced cool down on quick travel options For questions on the Epic Story XP Boost visit: www.StarWarsTheOldRepublic.com/blog/epic-story-xp-boost

For more information visit the FAQ."

Re: Announcement FUBAR - Bioware accidentially posts the Expansion announcement! SOUNDS....GREAT!

Posted: Sun Jun 14, 2015 18:20
by Lisszia
Will be nice, or I hope so. :)

Re: Announcement FUBAR - Bioware accidentially posts the Expansion announcement! SOUNDS....GREAT!

Posted: Mon Jun 15, 2015 06:40
by mistaahh
Heh. Awesome.

And good one, Bioware.

Announcement on the E3 and the CGI Trailer for Knights of the Fallen Empire

Posted: Mon Jun 15, 2015 23:20
by Corvinius
Here we go - announcement and the trailer.

Seems the Empire and the Republic are in for a rough time.

;-)

Looks nice.

https://youtu.be/fuIZ5h97H8s

Trailer

https://youtu.be/Nzq9epS2b1A

Re: "Knights of the Fallen Empire" officially announced

Posted: Tue Jun 16, 2015 10:33
by Raiah
I merged together the threads we had about the expansion. Makes it easier to keep track of and discuss.

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It does look interesting so far although there isn't much details on this new story and how it'll work but a new focus on more and better story is good.

I don't like the rewards they're offering to get people to subscribe again before the expansion... But I'll probably end up doing just that :roll: they know what they're doing.

Where's this new empire coming from though? Seems to be a new faction and as far as I know the republic and empire had most of the galaxy under control already besides the inaccessible areas to the "west"/"left" but a lot of that is Chiss territory if memory serves.

Re: "Knights of the Fallen Empire" officially announced

Posted: Wed Jun 17, 2015 11:03
by SethAltair
I have no idea, to be honest. My best guess is that it is Vitiate actually taking over some small backwater planet's ruler and starting from there. I doubt they would ditch the story built so far, especially after Ziost. That's be anti-climatic, bad storytelling and BW has always held their standards high on that aspect.

Re: "Knights of the Fallen Empire" officially announced

Posted: Wed Jun 17, 2015 14:10
by Exerxes
Looks like reason enough for me to try to get back into Swtor, hehe. Another four months of Subscriber money from me at least ;D

Although another 'Empire'? Another immortal Emperor? Haven't we seen this before?

Re: "Knights of the Fallen Empire" officially announced

Posted: Wed Jun 17, 2015 17:09
by Raiah
SethAltair wrote:I doubt they would ditch the story built so far, especially after Ziost. That's be anti-climatic, bad storytelling and BW has always held their standards high on that aspect.
Well, I haven't played the last expansion yet so don't know where that left us.

It's not like they couldn't do a new story with a previous one left open, they could pick that one up later on again. Though depending on how the last expansion ended (cliffhangar?) it might be silly to introduce another big faction. Of course, if they were continuing the same story it'd make more sense to say so than to unveil something that looks completely new only to turn out to be good old Vitiate again :p
Exerxes wrote:Although another 'Empire'? Another immortal Emperor? Haven't we seen this before?
Yes, an Empire suddenly attacking certainly isn't something we've seen before, especially not in the Old Republic era :D