We are excited to reveal that on Wednesday, October 19, the Hero’s Tome and Crusader’s Update will become available for Lineage II, Aden & Classic! We plan to share every detail of the new patch in the coming days, but for now, we offer a small glimpse of what’s in store!

Lineage II Hero’s Tome Update

Hero’s Historical Tome - Gain knowledge and power by embracing the new Hero’s Historical Tome system! As you explore the world of Aden and collect legends, you will gain new skills as well as bonuses to health, attack, defense and Adena drops!

Cursed Village - Should the melody of death find you covered in grudges and curses; you may find yourself resigned to the Cursed Village! A new PK (player-killer) system that punishes cold-blooded killers by banishing them to a new zone, where the requirements of atonement must be met before there can be any hope of escape.

Hunting Zone Improvements - Expect numerous improvements to existing Hunting Zones, from balance changes, reward improvements as well as many quality-of-life changes that should make hunting a much more rewarding and enjoyable experience!

And Much More! - The Hero’s Tome update will include a variety of class improvements, graphical enhancements, new items, balances changes and, as previously stated, much more!

Aden Crusader Update

Crusader Transformation Skill - The Crusader update was given its name based upon the new transformation skill coming for the Hierophant class. Transform into a champion of light, the Crusader, a master of both physical and magical combat!

New Dimensional Zones - At Level 76+ you will be able to explore an all-new dimensional zone, the Garden of Eva. Defeat named creatures in this new zone for a chance to loot Eva’s Talisman. The Tower of Insolence, similarly, will become a dimensional hunting zone for Level 80+ characters brave enough to overcome its dangers.

New Bosses - Immortal Baium & Gourd - Interact with the Baium Statue located on the top floor of the Tower of Insolence at your own peril. As there is chance you may awaken Immortal Baium! In the canyon near Goddard, a new enemy aimlessly wanders, the Gorde Knight. Upon defeating this mighty foe, your efforts may be rewarded with an all-new powerful weapon, Gorde's Flame Spear!

New Raid: Valakas Temple - Characters Level 76+ will be able to access a new weekly alliance raid, the Valakas Temple. Enter this new raid dungeon from the foot of the fountain in the Town of Aden, and discover powerful items, including 3 and 4-star spellbooks! Defeat all the monsters in the raid dungeon for a chance to face the Flame Dragon!

Underground Labyrinth - Should one’s propensity for violence against other players remain unchecked, they may find themselves transported to the Underground Labyrinth! A new PK (player-killer) system that punishes heartless killers by banishing them to a new zone, where the requirements of atonement must be met before there can be any hope of escape.

And Much More! - The Crusader’s update for Aden will also include a wealth of class improvements, graphical enhancements, new items, balance changes and, as previously stated, much more!

Classic Crusader Update

New Equipment: Armor of Protection - Equip yourself with one of six different Armors of Protection, which innately grant resistances to Paralysis, Stun, Sleep, Hold, and Mental attacks!

Collection Additions and Improvements - Dozens of new types of Collections have been added to the game! You can also expect improvements to the Collection interface, as well as bug fixes and quality of life refinements!

Special Equipment Augmentation - It will now be possible to augment Special Equipment, such as the Dragon’s Belt, Circlet of Hero, and select Hair Accessories!

Hunting Zone Improvements - Expect numerous improvements to existing Hunting Zones, from balance adjustments, better rewards, as well as many quality-of-life changes that should make hunting a much more rewarding and enjoyable experience!

And Much More! - The Crusader’s update for Classic will also include a wealth of class improvements, graphical enhancements, new items, balance changes and, as previously stated, much more!