GuildWars.com news/Archives/201002

The following lists the February 2010 news from the official GuildWars.com site.

February 26th, 2010

 * Community: A Weekend "Maragon"!

This weekend, the [KISS] Alliance will host an epic riddle-based marathon through Guild Wars! Find out more in Community News!

February 25th, 2010

 * February Game Balance Update!

It's one of the biggest skill updates we've ever done! We've addressed a wide range of game balance issues such as Shadow Form, Hammer Mastery in PvE, the role of the Ritualist in PvE, and much more. For an overview of the update, head here. For more detailed info about the skill changes, head on over to this month's developer's update.

February 22nd, 2010

 * Ghosts of Ascalon: The First Guild Wars Novel

It's almost here! Ghosts of Ascalon, the first original Guild Wars novel, hits bookshelves this summer! An epic tale written by Matt Forbeck and Jeff Grubb, Ghosts of Ascalon helps to set the stage for the release of Guild Wars 2. Head over here to learn more!

February 19th, 2010

 * The Most Influential Women in MMO Development

Massively interviewed twelve of the most influential women in MMO game development, including our very own Linsey Murdock and Katy Hargrove! Read the first of the fascinating multi-part interview here.


 * Jeff Grubb Gets Loreful with Ten Ton Hammer!

World-builder extraordinaire Jeff Grubb sat down with Ten Ton Hammer to discuss the lore of Guild Wars 2. Jeff talks about Elder Dragons, gods, dwarves, and more—read the interview here!

February 12th, 2010

 * Canthan New Year Is Here!

Shing Jea Monastery has completed preparations for the annual Canthan New Year festival! Starting at Noon Pacific (-8 GMT), it's time to put on your party mask and join in all of the holiday festivities, games, and quests. For complete details, head over to our special event page.


 * Community: A Tiger Feast!

In this edition of Community News, you're invited to The Brotherhood of Shadows Alliance Tiger Feast! Plus, we've got a great new Guild Wars blog for you to check out. Read more in Community News!

February 5th, 2010

 * Making it as an MMO Blogger

Massively.com has posted "Making it as an MMO Blogger", a fascinating interview with nine community managers - including our very own Regina Buenaobra - about what it takes to build a successful MMO blog. Check out the first of the two-part series right here!


 * Community: Gamers Giving Back to Haiti

In this week's Community News, we provide details about Gaming World Events, who will host an in-game event to help raise money for the Canadian Red Cross and their relief efforts in Haiti. Head over here to find out more about this event and other cool stuff happening in the community.

February 4th, 2010

 * The Canthan New Year is Nearly Here!

The Year of the Tiger is upon us! We've posted an overview of all the fantastic stuff we have planned for the Canthan New Year's Festival, which begins on Friday, February 12th. For a detailed look at the festival, check out Massively's comprehensive guide right here!