¶ Patch release notes 9/15/23
- Pet loyalty cap has now been raised from 100 to 150 (balance adjustment)
- Pet loyalty decay has been counter balanced (previously was decaying to fast and made managing a pet cumbersome).
- Pets shrunk with zero loyalty were unable to be unshrunk (bug fix)
- Get Pet command had a typo in the popup gump regarding cost (bug fix)
- Cora the sorcerers now dies with her equipment equipped (cosmetic issue only).
- Mythic token skill check was preventing those under 600 points from using it (bug fix)
- BoD books were washing the details from the deeds (bug fix)
- BoD reward turn in Gump truncated to show 0.0 values instead of 0.00000 (balance adjustment)
- Dark Guardians went from a 100% drop rate for tmaps to 20% (balance adjustment)
¶ Patch release notes 9/7/23
As the air turns crisp and leaves fall from the trees, a sinister presence stirs deep within the crypts of our realm. Beware, brave adventurers, for this Fall & Halloween season brings forth a chilling tale of darkness and intrigue. Throughout the land, the graveyards have become overrun by hordes of the undead. Skeletons, Zombies, and a new fiend known as the Butchers haunt these cursed grounds, hungry for the souls of the living.
- These Butchers, a seasonal breed of monsters, lurk in the shadows of the graveyards. They carry with them the promise of reward, for there's a decent chance that they may drop a precious pumpkin carving kit. Carve your own Halloween masterpiece with these kits, but beware, for the Butchers are not to be underestimated. For those who dare to face the Butchers head-on, the rewards are tantalizing. Among the spoils, you might discover rare Obsidian Skulls, Crystal Skulls, or even the coveted Jade Skull.
- But heed this ominous warning: should you meet your fate at the hands of these malevolent creatures, your journey is not over. Your corpse may be re-summoned into the shard as a Zombie Skeleton, cursed to roam the crypts for eternity. Yet, even in death, there is hope, for these undead abominations carry with them a rare container, a last testament to your journey.
- Our voting system has undergone a seasonal transformation, offering fresh and thematic rewards for those who participate. Discover the wonders of this revamped system by checking out our YouTube spotlight.
Stay vigilant, dear adventurers, for our dedicated staff is tirelessly working to bring you more thrilling seasonal events. The shadows grow longer, the nights darker, and the crypts more treacherous. As you embark on this chilling adventure, remember that the spirits of Halloween are watching, and they reward those who dare to embrace the darkness. 🍂 🌕👻🎃🦃
¶ Patch release notes 9/4/23 🌟 Introducing Four Seasons to Strange-Earth! 🌟
🌍 UOSE is moving towards embracing the beauty and challenges of the four seasons. This means fresh lore, quests, risks, and rewards will be unfolding across the shard.
📆 Season Schedule: Mark your calendars for the seasonal changes:
- 🍂 Fall: September 1 to November 30
- ❄️ Winter: December 1 to February 28
- ☀️ Summer: June 1 to August 31
- 🌷 Spring: March 1 to May 31
🎃 Classic 2017 Halloween Event Returns: Get ready to spook it up! Say "Trick or Treat" to NPCs and receive random goodies. Plus, prepare for a unique death penalty - a 50/50 chance of returning as a fearsome SkeletonZombie! 💀🎃. Note: The skeletonZomie will randomly appear in any graveyard across Trammel & Felucca. To find out more about this classic, please visit https://www.uoguide.com/Halloween_2017
🗺️ DarkGuardians Balancing: DarkGuardians now have a 20% chance to drop a T-Map, shaking things up from the previous 100%! ⚔️💰
🔕 Silenced Death Cries: We've silenced global death cries, providing a more privacy to your in game deaths🤫📜
🗳️ Vote Reward Stone Overhaul: The vote reward stone is getting a makeover to match the current season, offering fresh and thematic rewards. It's time for immersive role-playing!
🛠️ Fall Projects: Our dedicated staff is hard at work on exciting Fall projects (a new Fall town, dungeon, monsters, and quests)! Stay tuned for additional announcements as these projects come to life! 🍂🍃🍂
¶ Patch release notes 8/25/23
🌟 New Update Alert: Introducing the Portal System to Strange-Earth! 🌟
Greetings, valiant adventurers of Strange-Earth!
We're absolutely thrilled to unveil a brand-new addition that promises to elevate your journey to unprecedented heights. After countless hours of dedicated coding, we're excited to present the all-new Portal System!
🌐 Discover New Realms: Prepare to be amazed as you embark on a thrilling adventure with the newly introduced portal system. Strategically placed hubs across every facet will grant you access to perilous and enchanting realms, each brimming with secrets waiting to be uncovered.
💰 Affordable Travel: To encourage exploration and to rigorously test this innovative feature, we've kept the cost of travel incredibly low. So go ahead, embrace your wanderlust and set forth on incredible escapades that lie beyond the portals.
🌟 Immersive Role-Play: But that's not all! Our vision extends beyond just convenience. Soon, we'll be rolling out exciting enhancements to further enrich your role-playing experience. Expect player karma discounts that reflect your journey's twists and turns, as well as a portal dedicated to special events that promises unforgettable memories.
🛠️ Your Feedback Matters: As with any new undertaking, hiccups may arise. If you encounter any difficulties while navigating this fresh travel system, don't hesitate to reach out to the Strange-Earth Staff. We're here to ensure your transition into this realm of possibilities is as seamless as possible.
Last note. The UOSE custom client patcher is not needed to experance this latest addition. We still encourage adventures to run the client patcher roughly once every other week to ensure the latest custom map changes have been received.
So, gear up, fellow adventurers! Embark on daring expeditions, uncover hidden treasures, and forge unforgettable tales as you journey through the newly opened portals. Strange-Earth awaits your exploration.
Safe travels, Hephaestus
¶ Patch release notes 8/18/23
🌟 Exciting News! @Neclore Joins the Strange-earth Staff Team! 🌟
I'm thrilled to share some incredible news with all of you. Please join me in extending a warm welcome to our newest staff member, Neclore! 👏🎉
Neclore brings an impressive wealth of historical knowledge about our beloved game along with passion and love for our community. I can't contain my excitement about the endless possibilities that lie ahead. Neclore will undoubtedly make your journey in Strange-earth even more thrilling and captivating.
So, let's give Neclore a warm welcome and show him the incredible camaraderie that makes our community so special. As we continue to grow and evolve, I'm confident that our shared dedication will lead to extraordinary achievements.
Adventure awaits! - H
¶ Patch release notes 8/16/23
[Town Crier Announcement]
Hear Ye! Hear Ye!
Something stirs in the ruined town of Old Haven.
Peasants, Famers, Merchants, Nobles, and Adventurers, alike, all tell the same tale!
"The ruined town--Old Haven--is overrun with undead, as thick as castle walls," says a noble lady; just returned from her daily horse ride.
"There are odd things going on in that town. T'were, flashy lights at night, when there were no storms. Tis a spooky sight I tellz yah...," recalled a merchant on his way to New Haven, to purchase goods.
"It called itself [Drelgor]. Or was it [The Impaler]. I truly can't remember, as I was running into the night so fast, after it appeared," mentioned a wandering peasant.
"Saw the undead before all this I did, but not in such a swarm as this," said a local Farmer.
"T'was true, all that was said about the goings on in Old Haven. Believe me, if it were not for a pair of helpful travelers, a lady Doctor and an Abbot, I would surely not be here to tell you," bemoaned a bloodied Adventurer.
You heard it here, first, goodly folk. Something stirs near the ruined village of Old Haven.
Just follow the road East, out of New Haven, if you dare to see what lurks in the night, for yourself.
[Staff Note]
'Old Haven' will now be a place to: fast gain skills, complete some (custom) quests, and collection point for LRC suit pieces/accessories.
There are (2) six piece LRC sets--one for Humans/Elves and one for Gargoyles--each with a 4 piece (non-set) accessory kit to fill in some of those early adventuring gaps.
Staff and I would like to thank you all for your support of our Strange-Earth vision. Be well and adventure safe.
~<[To riddle? Or not to riddle?]>~
"...but you never know, the value of something, until you don't have it any more," -Syn'Mactain-
¶ Patch release notes 8/1/23
Greetings, adventurers of Strange-Earth UO! We are excited to bring you the latest patch with some fantastic additions and fixes. Here's what you can expect in this update:
- Equipment Prefix & Suffix: We have reintroduced the long-missing Prefix and Suffix to equipment. Enhance your gear with unique modifiers and unleash their true potential in your adventures!
- Keyguard Command Bug Fix: The annoying issue with the Keyguard command has now been resolved. It will no longer remove the item's name when used twice.
- Halloween Preparations: We are gearing up for the upcoming holidays! Halloween decorations and spooky monsters have been queued up to make your holiday season on Strange-Earth UO more thrilling than ever.
- New Player Commands: We've added some handy new player commands to enhance your gameplay experience:
[Point: Use this command to call out where your cursor is pointing to all surrounding players.
[Clock: Bring up an analog clock displaying the server time. [petlore: Get information on a creature's taming requirements.
[wallet: Check your bank balance and your sovereign's balance effortlessly.
[va: Access the mail system with automatic filtering to all online players except Staff.
[history Shows a log of the adventures chats near by
[donation Send loot you dont want to a community chest, great way to help out new players
- Back-end Server Maintenance: We've conducted back-end server maintenance, primarily focusing on folder restructuring to improve performance and stability.
- Top Shard Voting: July's online community voting for TOP SHARD went exceptionally well, achieving an average Rank 5 across the board. Keep voting and sharing screenshot highlights with the community to attract more adventurers and foot traffic to our server.
Important Note: To enjoy these exciting updates, make sure to run the custom UO SE Client Patcher.exe. Failure to do so may result in missing equipment names.
As you embark on new journeys across the lands of Strange-Earth, we wish you safe travels and memorable adventures. Thank you for being a part of our ever-growing community! May your path be filled with glory and triumph, Hephaestus
¶ Patch release notes 7/23/23
- We are excited to introduce our brand-new and improved UOSE Client Patcher in Version 2.0! This patcher comes with a host of enhancements, including custom login screens, decorative elements, housing foundations, music, maps, and text menus.
- Sorting through loot has never been easier! Each item now receives a color rarity rating based on its individual properties, making it simple for you to identify the value and rarity of your loot. There are 7 color rarities in total.
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Poor |
Common |
Uncommon |
Rare |
Epic |
Legendary |
Artifact |
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This new system adds a whole level of RPG to the game and helps with distinguishing the most valuable and sought-after items.
¶ Patch release notes 7/15/23
🌟 Exciting Update Announcement for UO Strange Earth! 🌟
Attention adventurers of UO Strange Earth! We have some thrilling news to share with you, courtesy of Mr. Shaper himself. Our latest update brings a host of exciting changes and additions that are sure to enhance your gameplay experience. The first highlight we are ready to showcase:
🔥 Critical Chance Increase: Get ready to unleash even more devastating attacks! All equipment moving forward now has the chance to grant Critical Chance Increase. With a cap set at 15%, and the influence of luck, you'll have the opportunity to land critical hits not only in hand-to-hand combat but also with ranged attacks and magical spells. Prepare for epic battles and watch your enemies fall before you! ✨⚔️✨
We are constantly working behind the scenes to bring you new and exciting features to make your adventures in UO Strange Earth even more thrilling. Stay tuned for future updates and surprises! Happy exploring!
Note, players have an innate 5% chance to critically hit, thus the soft cap is 20%. The math would be something like: 5% base +15% (possible) from gear related item bonuses.
H & Team
¶ Patch release notes 7/1/23
We have some exciting news to share with you. Our wiki has recently been updated with a plethora of new entries, including a long-awaited guide on how to interact with our custom Mythical Crafting system. This comprehensive guide will unlock the secrets to harnessing the full potential of Mythical Crafting, allowing you to create powerful bonuses for your non-traditional clothing. Dive in and explore the possibilities! https://wiki.strange-earth.com/en/CustomCrafts
As a new month begins, we're delighted to inform you that our online voting rankings have been reset. Your votes play a crucial role in helping us grow our community and expand our horizons. Remember to cast your vote once a day to show your support and propel Strange-Earth to new heights. 📈
We're thrilled to announce that our Discord channels have undergone expansion to foster even better communication and camaraderie within our community. We're continuously working on improvements, and the next milestone on our journey is to create a new and improved version of the client patcher. This improvement will help with getting the quickest access to the game and stay up-to-date with all the necessary files. 🩹
As you embark on your epic adventures, may the realms of Strange-Earth bestow upon you countless treasures and unforgettable experiences. The path ahead is filled with wonders and challenges, and we're honored to have you as part of our vibrant community.
Stay vigilant, fellow adventurers, and keep the spirit of exploration alive!
-Hephaestus
¶ Patch release notes 6/1/23
- Underworld received an overhaul as some of its secrets were missing.
- More secrets passages around the shard have been built by Syn'Mactain.
- Counselor Staff Opening announced
- Ethereal Mounts: We're thrilled to announce that ethereal mounts will no longer take up any pet slots. Now you can enjoy the company of these majestic creatures without sacrificing valuable pet slots.
- Animal Taming Bulk Order System 1.0: The Animal Taming BoD system is now live! Visit the BoD Tamer located at the Luna stalls to learn more about this new feature. You'll find a large variety of critters to chase down and tame, along with an array of enticing rewards. Make sure to run the UOSE client patchers before connecting to access the linked system update for more details.🚸
- MasterStorage Gold Balance: Your MasterStorage bag's gold balance can now be used to make purchases from the Vendors. No more juggling gold when you're out shopping!
- Vote Stones 1.0: We're delighted to see the positive response to the Vote Stones feature. Since its implementation, we've already witnessed an increase of +15 new account creations. The month is still young, so keep supporting the community's growth by casting your daily vote. Every vote counts!
- Weapon Name Coloring: Weapons have received a makeover. Their names will now be colored based on the total number of stats assigned to them. This enhancement aims to help you quickly identify if an item is worth keeping or just another useless backscratcher. Please note that we're still fine-tuning this feature, so don't take the rarity color too seriously just yet.
- Advanced Interior Decorator Tools: Good news for all decorators! We've upgraded all Interior Decorator Tools to the Advanced level. With this enhancement, you can now nudge decorative items around your house with ease. Get creative and design your dream castle!
¶ Patch release notes 5/7/23 - Big one!
Get ready for some exciting updates to enhance your gameplay experience!
We're thrilled to announce that we're bringing some major changes to the drops in-game. From now on, dragon claws will be dropping in place of the Essenceofdragonflames. Not only does this make them stackable, but it also makes room for new exciting possibilities! And don't worry, all past Essenceofdragonflames drops will remain in-game as art decor, so you can still appreciate their beauty.
As if that wasn't exciting enough, we're also introducing a brand new custom mini champ spawn for MastersOfArts. The location is currently located in both the lands of Trammel and Felucca , so get ready to explore and embark on a thrilling adventure!
We understand how tedious crafting can be, so we're introducing a new feature that dynamically pulls resources from storage keys when available. This will save you time and effort, so you can focus on what you do best - crafting and creating!
And last but not least, we've finally managed to patch the back-end spawner bug that was causing headaches for our staff. So now we can all breathe a sigh of relief and enjoy the game even more!
Stay tuned for more exciting updates, including the highly anticipated Taming bulk order deeds! And if you wish to exchange your past Essenceofdragonflames for the new stackable dragon claw, simply visit the Luna bank exchange stones.
Break down of additional changes that went into effect,
- Shard is now available to play on through ClassicUO's web client.
- Dye Hue Room has been opened (subject to change as our Dev's acquire more free time to spice it up).
- Be sure to visit Luna's stables should you ever find yourself with a dead pet (and no skill to resurrect it).
- I added a line item to the Credits screen as its related to the masterlootbag. You can now see at a glance your bag and bank balance.
- Wild Tigers once tamed can now be ridden
- 45day house placement restriction zones have now been lowered to 30days
- Power scrolls now need to be consumed in order 105 --> 110 --> 115 --> 220
- Remember Berries located in the Yew vineyard (comical relief only)
- Skill cap raised from 920 to 1080 (or 9x GM skills)
- Black Sheep have been increased from 10 to 25; spawn location also increased.
- Chance to drop: 105 Power scrolls will now directly spawn in your backpack when killing any champ spawn
- Scribes key and some other smaller level keys have now been added to the buy list for their corresponding NPC vendor.
- The ore drops from Gargoyle summoned elementals are now automatically upgraded to be always the largest size
- Adventure's boots has been added to random dungeon chests.
- The command [keyguard has now been enabled and will add text to the item targeted letting you know the status at a glance
- Lesser bag of holding has been added to the Strange-Weightless Egg found in Luna's bank
¶ Patch release notes 2/24/23
- Bulk Order Deed book: Now holds 5000 deeds instead of 500
- Bulk Order Deed book: item count in your bag for 2 instead of per each deed.
- [resme command: Now has been calibrated to supply 30 seconds of invulnerability + full health
- House decay: Calibrated to be 1 year of no activity before collapsing
- Remember berries: Something silly I made (check it out in the yew vineyard)
- New Haven: Calibrated to be the new starting place for all new adventures
- Powerhour: Gold increase factor increased from 0 to 25%
- Powerhour: Skill gain increase factor decreased from 75000% to 75%
¶ Patch notes 2/18/2023
Enhancements!
- Wiki has been expanded from 12 pages to 40. Adding more constantly.
- Shard is now running the latest release offered by the ServUO community. This now means there is more UO store content which can be purchased with Sovereigns, server side stability, and possibly even more unknown content floating around 😄.
- idoc Detector located inside luna bank the house will change colors indicating if a house is in danger of collapsing.
!!New Area Added!! New Haven Training Area
- This area will have new additions as time goes on and is located behind new haven bank in the cavern cave.
- The Lockpick training boxes are being moved there, located in the back of the cave is training elementals for players and pets along with weapons to train up skills.
- Be sure to run our custom patcher before visiting this new area.
New Items
- Master Loot Bag: Newly added item. Each adventure will get one upon logging in. (Replacing the loot bag & Replacing the Gold Ledger)
- Trash Keg (replaced the trash bag)
- Pet Brushes purchasable from any animal trainer, can be used to afk gain animal taming in the safety of town.
- Strange Weightless Dirt our version of the kudos gain 1 per hour your logged in.
- Ripped Pages - monsters have been located carrying strange pieces of parchment.
- Book Of Mythical Recipes have been introduced.
- Pristine Dragon Scales Red/Gold/Black/White/Green/Blue
Hauberks have been introduced. - Gragish Hauberks have been introduced.
- Dragon scale boots and cloaks have been introduced.
- Lesser,Normal,Greater,Supreme and Legendary Magical Oils have been added.
- Padding has been added.
- Magical Threads have been added.
- New Obtainable items
- Balron Liver
- Bottled Imp Sweat
- Elemental Soul
- Essence of Dragon Flame
- Eye of Ancient Wyrm
- Peerless Essence
- Solen Queen Gland
- Vial of Champion Blood
- Vial of Dread Spider Venom
- Vial of Quicksilver
New Npcs
- Morella the Black Witch located in felucca only has been introduced.
New Craft System
- Mythical Crafting, can craft the tool from inscriptions to begin crafting.
- New tool bench located at luna forge
New Commands added
- [rules
- [Bondinfo
Bug Fixes
- [Powerhour fixed (previously Powerhour was not working as expected, it is now)
- Lock Pick Trainer now allows skill gain up to 100.
- GoldLedger (NOT FIXED) but instead being replaced with the Master Loot bag. Please empty out your gold ledgers and throw them away. This will help our dev team out greatly.
¶ Patch notes 1/7/2023 Ver 0.1
The following caps have now been set,
- Hit point cap set to = 300
- Individual Stat Cap = 150
- Enhanced Stat Cap = 220
- Total Stat Cap=400
Bandage speeds now maxes out at 2sec vs instant - Compliments to @Shaper
Heritage Sovereign currency now drops randomly by Paragons - Compliments to @Shaper
Something cool is also on its way ^^
