The Elves are Coming! The Elves are Coming!

Hyperbole.. that most efficient of techniques utilized by writers to get an announcement across. My how the gaming industry enjoys itself some hyperbole.

But enough on that, this news post is supposed to tell you, dear readers, about the expansion of classes for Frogster’s Runes of Magic MMO. Thanks to an upcoming expansion titled, oddly enough, ‘The Elven Prophesy’ two new Elf classes will become playable for the first time. We realize that you’ve likely never seen any creatures similar to the Elven Race but for those looking for a completely new and original character option in Runes of Magic, well here you go..

The two Elf classes are the warden and druid. Characters in each of these Elf exclusive classes are surprisingly linked to nature and the forest. (One day we’ll get a true Urban Druid option in a video game and we will know the end days are upon us)

From the press release:

Both classes are defined by their close connection with nature, which in turn has a direct influence on the Elves’ special abilities. Thus, the Wardens have the ability to call upon the power of nature spirits and can connect with woodland plants which strengthen them with the power of the forest. They therefore always fight side by side with a companion of plant origin which supports the Warden. Thanks to his companion, the Warden is highly adaptable in the most diverse of combat situations.

In contrast, the Druid’s abilities are at first glance, similar to those of the human Mage, but they are, however, not restricted to just destructive magical powers. They possess a multitude of attack methods and healing spells. A particularly unique strength they have is the ability to harness ‘Nature’s Power.’ The Druid collects power in his body during combat and this then brings about special effects which cause many abilities to be strengthened. Furthermore, Druids have versatile healing, support and combat a magic as well as the ability to manipulate various elements.

Both Elf classes have numerous skills which define them not only as dangerous adversaries, but also as useful group members. For example, the Warden can cast thorny vines around opponents, which deliver physical damage each second. The Druid in a group situation can raise the speed of attack for group members for a given period of time.

Humor aside, Runes of Magic is a free-to-play fantasy MMO RPG that launched on March 19, 2009. Runes of Magic claims 1.4 million registered users in North America and Europe.  You can find out more about the game at its website: Runes of Magic.com you can also directly download the client on FileFront.