Guild Wars 2 is ArenaNet's successor to its admirable MMORPG and with the sequel scheduled for a launch next year, we've managed to secure an exclusive Races of Tyria reveal trailer for your delectation.
Guild Wars 2: Exclusive Races Reveal Trailer
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4:05Learn the inner secrets of Guild Wars 2!
Guild Wars 2: Exclusive Races Reveal Trailer
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As well as the video which gives you the lowdown on the various races and heroes you'll encounter in the game. We also present a fan-authored Q&A; which should answer some of the burning questions NCSoft have recieved. So without further ado - get the popcorn in and enjoy.
In the Races of Tyria, the latest preview video for ArenaNet's upcoming MMO Guild Wars 2, we explore the world of Tyria through the eyes of the five playable races in the game. Meet the noble and resilient humans, the war-mongering charr, the brilliant inventors known as the asura, the mighty shapeshifting norn, and a new race of nature spirits, the sylvari. From these five races, mighty heroes shall rise!
Who are these characters in this video and what's their significance in the overall story of the game?
The characters in the video are the members of the famous adventuring group, Destiny's Edge, renowned for their bravery and skill. Although Destiny's Edge no longer travels together, tales of their heroic deeds are told in every part of Tyria.
Logan Thackeray - Captain Logan Thackeray is a commander in the Seraph guard of Divinity's Reach, defender of the last human kingdom. When danger threatens, Logan faces it with the determination of a man who knows that he is the only thing standing between all that he loves... and its utter destruction.
Rytlock Brimstone - This ruthless charr warrior has risen quickly through the ranks of the Blood Legion to become a Tribune of great renown. He stands foremost among the charr of the Black Citadel, carrying a sword of fire and leading their armies to greatness.
Eir Stegalkin -Eir is a norn hero and tactician of great renown. There are those who call her a visionary, who say she speaks to the Spirits of the Wild. With her companion wolf, Garm, Eir roams the icy Shiverpeaks, bow and blade in hand, searching for meaning in the snow's silence.
Zojja- The foremost apprentice of the venerable asura inventor Snaff, Zojja seeks to live up to her mentor's legacy. Zojja's intellect is unrivaled even by members of the Arcane Council of Rata Sum, and her ability to multitask across a spectrum of disciplines inspires awe and jealousy among her fellow asura.
Caithe - Her blades are as swift as a blooded sunset, her movement as silent as the fall of night. Caithe was among the first sylvari to step upon the earth of Tyria, but where the others turned toward the sun, she sought shadow. She has never been afraid to gaze into darkness - or to seek truths that others fear.
You show off some very interesting environments in the Races of Tyria video. Can you tell us more about them?
The video takes us across the vastness of Tyria to the homelands of each of the five signature races of Guild Wars 2.
Divinity's Reach - A breathtaking monument to the human spirit, this shining city is the capital of Kryta and a bastion of hope to embattled mankind.
The Black Citadel - Capital of the Iron Legion, this massive charr war-keep was built on the ruins of the conquered human kingdom of Ascalon.
Hoelbrak - In the frigid heights of the Shiverpeaks the norn have built this grand encampment, with huge lodges where they seek the wisdom of the Spirits of the Wild.
The Grove - Deep in the Maguuma Jungle, this mystical settlement has grown around the Pale Tree, the birthplace of all sylvari.
Rata Sum-Rising from the jungle, this metropolis of geomystic generators and giant ziggurats is full of brilliant asura and their golem servants.
Some of the voices in this video seem familiar, can you identify the actors? How big is voice going to be in Guild Wars 2?
Seamlessly integrating voice into the game experience is a key feature of Guild Wars 2, so we have gathered world-class voice talent to help bring the world of Tyria alive. This video introduces the five iconic heroes of each race, all voiced by accomplished actors:
Logan Thackeray the human defender is voiced by Troy Baker (Fullmetal Alchemist, One Piece).
Rytlock Brimstone the charr warrior is voiced by Steve Blum (Spectacular Spider-Man).
Eir Stegalkin the norn is voiced by Jocelyn Blue (Invader Zim, Space Jam).
Zojja the asura is voiced by Felicia Day (Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog, The Guild, Buffy the Vampire Slayer).
Caithe the sylvari is voiced by Kari Wuhlgren (Wolverine and the X-Men, Aliens in the Attic).
The video ends with the question, "What's your story?" - how important is story in Guild Wars 2?
Story is a huge element in Guild Wars 2. From the moment you choose your character's race, you're taking your first step down a road that only you can travel. You'll explore a vast, living world where your actions have real consequences. You'll immerse yourself in a rich, powerful narrative that is personalized to and influenced by your character.
Looking interesting but seems too much like GW1 with dodgier animation. Still has 18 months or so dev time left so fingers crossed for them. Still working on a few titles on GW now close to my GWAMM title. It was told long ago it wont have subscriptions
Yes, they're still going with the no-subs business model. The only potential issue I can see is that by raising the level cap they're going to have the sort of issues they wanted to avoid in the first game by keeping it low. I expect (and hope) they'll have something clever in mind to stop crazy PvP imbalances.
Cheers chaps! Info much appreciated; looks like I'll hold off buying a complete collection of GW and wait for GW2 in light of the extensive backlog of games I already have.
I would get it now to be honest if you get into it and start getting titles and nice armors and wepons stuff somehow (not sure how yet) will be carried over from GW1 to GW2 so its well worth trying even though I play consoles I still squeeze GW in a bit too now and then. Would gladly help you out. About pvp in GW2 I've read they are talking full scale guild vs guild in large battle field and even breeching and capturing (and keeping) guildhalls. All interesting stuff if they can balance it out and make it work. Fingers are crossed however. Would be a kick ass battle 50 vs 50 or 100 vs 100
Thanks gogo! Battles on that scale do sound, dare I say it, epic by computer game standards! Best turn the fantasy RPG equivalent of "friendly fire" function off though.
Yeah I agree friendly fire is too tempting because as nice as majority of people are each guild always has an idiot or two you may want to take the odd swipe/spell/shot at. I dodn't pvp much in GW I dare say its definatly a love/hate thing because I am good at it but I like to think for myself and use own builds 95% of people use gimmick builds and they just don't accept thinkers. Kinda sad really but people tend to use what works and there is a fair few gimmicks ingame now making pvp and pve way to easy in both easy and hard modes. If you decide you want to come back add me my name is sir anarchy I'm on now and then and would be more than happy to help out.
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