Since the launch of Wrath of the Lich King last month, millions of players around the
world have stormed the shores of Borean Tundra and Howling Fjord. In fact, more than
4 million copies of the new expansion were sold in the first month of release --a new record for
PC-game sales. To go along with that record, World of Warcraft’s global community has now grown to
more than 11.5 million subscribers. Read more about these latest achievements in the official press release,
and from all of us at Blizzard Entertainment, happy holidays, thank you for taking World of Warcraft to new heights,
and enjoy your time in Northrend!
Account security is very important to us. As we have recently seen a rise in the number of compromised World of
Warcraft accounts, we recommend you to take a few moments to read these tips to help protect your privacy and
ensure your security.
Verify that your email address in Account Management is current. You can see your address on the right side of the Account Management page and change it with the "Change Contact Info" button.
Make sure your operating system, web browser, and other software is up-to-date with the latest patches and security updates.
Scan your computer for viruses, Trojans, and key loggers.
After doing this, we highly recommend changing the password on the account to a brand-new, unique one, and making sure to keep this password private.
These simple steps can go a long way in maintaining account security. If you are seeking an additional layer of
security, consider purchasing the optional Blizzard Authenticator, available at the online Blizzard Store.
For more security tips, please visit our World of Warcraft Account Security page.
We hope you have a happy -- and safe -- holiday season!
Head on over to the iTunes store to get your copy of one or all of the 15 unique arrangements from Echoes of War: The
Music of Blizzard Entertainment. This new album was recently released on CD, and has now been added to iTunes as well.
It features 90 minutes of music in all, based on tracks from our games, including the upcoming StarCraft II and Diablo
III. Individual tracks are available on iTunes for 99 cents each. For more details, check out the
Echoes of War site or head to the
Eminence Online Store to order a physical copy.
We've updated the World of Warcraft Guide with some of the new dungeons and
raids introduced in World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King. Each page includes pertinent information on the dungeon or raid such as its location, final boss, and background lore, and contains a link to its loot table on the Armory.
And the comic contest winner for December, 2008, is...
Cherabim! Congratulations! Remember, this contest will go on all year long, so you will have a new chance to win a copy of the World of
Warcraft Battle Chest signed by both Vice President of Creative Development Chris Metzen and Art Director Chris Robinson, as well as a
World of Warcraft 60 day pre-paid time card every month. Keep those comics coming, and you might be next! Stop by each week to see a new comic
from the contest. Also, check out all of the
December comics.
If you or a friend haven't yet experienced the new content Wrath of the Lich King has to offer, including the chance to face off with the
dread Lich King Arthas himself, you can sign up now to play a 10-day free trial version of this latest expansion to World of Warcraft.
During your 10-day free trial, you'll explore the frozen wastes of Northrend, wield the necromantic powers of the new
death knight Hero class, take control of
massive siege vehicles in the new open-world PvP zone of
Wintergrasp, and much more.
To participate, you’ll need full versions of World of Warcraft and The Burning Crusade, as well as a character of at least level 55 (to
create a death knight) or level 68 (to explore Northrend). More information on the 10-day free trial is available in our
FAQ. Your journey awaits!
If you've considered ordering custom guild apparel such as t-shirts, hoodies, etc. for your guild or group of friends,
now is the perfect time. "Raid packs" are now available, meaning that if you order six or more items from
Warcraft.SwagDog.com,
the entire order ships for free. You can mix and match any of the items they have available, so head over there now to check
out the full selection.
Every year, the world of Azeroth celebrates the Feast of Winter Veil and Greatfather Winter makes an appearance in the cities -- courtesy of Smokeywood Pastures. He spreads cheer and good will to all the orcs, humans, and other denizens of Azeroth (including gnomes). But will you get that one thing you've always wanted? Will Smokeywood Pastures give you delicious treats? Will Greatfather Winter give you that Hogger action toy with kung fu grip, or will you get a snowball instead? Write your letter to Greatfather Winter now and let your wishes be known!
It's that time of the year again! All across Azeroth and Outland, festive decorations adorn towns and cities as the Horde and the Alliance begin their annual
celebration of the Feast of Winter Veil. Join in the festivities and experience some brand-new Winter Veil content this year!
Here is the next honorable mention from this month's comic contest submissions.
Remember, the contest will go on all year long, so don't miss your chance to win
a copy of the World of Warcraft Battle Chest signed by both Vice President of Creative Development Chris
Metzen and Art Director Chris Robinson, as well as a World of Warcraft 60 day pre-paid time card.
Keep those comics coming! Check out today's honorable mention from Psyguy.
If you're intrigued by the new World of Warcraft miniatures game or are looking for a gift for someone
you think might enjoy it, then check out the just-released Deluxe Edition. It offers everything two
people need to play, and features two 3-figure parties from the playable factions (Alliance, Horde, or
Monster), as well as matching gameplay bases, one of three different deluxe game boards with moveable
terrain pieces (Ashenvale, Tanaris, or Winterspring), and a World of Warcraft TCG preview pack. For
more information about the Deluxe Edition and other World of Warcraft Miniatures Game products,
head to WoWMinis.com!
One of the design goals for Wrath of the Lich King was to elevate storytelling in World of Warcraft to new heights. Northrend is brought
to life by engaging quests, memorable characters, beautiful environments, and the introduction of a brand-new feature: in-game cinematics.
The first of these cinematics, The Wrath Gate, is now available for viewing and download on the Wrath of the Lich King website. Check it out now!
*Please note that this cinematic contains story spoilers.
Ready for a new look in World of Warcraft, but the barbershop's just not cutting it? You can now change a character's gender, face, skin color, and other cosmetic features (such as tauren horn styles or a night elf's facial markings) using the brand-new Character Re-Customization service. Available at the Account Management page for a flat fee of $15, Character Re-Customization covers all available cosmetic options for a single character and includes an optional name change to go with your new look. For more information, see the FAQ -- or log in to the Character Re-Customization page now to begin the process of reinventing the new you!
Wrath of the Lich King has been on shelves for close to a month now, and the reviews from most major gaming media outlets are in. Check them out to see what people are saying about the newest addition to World of Warcraft:
You can now buy account-upgrade keys and download the game client for World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King
directly through the account-management section of www.worldofwarcraft.com. The direct online upgrade method is
the most convenient way to upgrade to Wrath of the Lich King and join the millions of players who are already
adventuring in Northrend.
All you need to do is:
1. Log in to Account Management
2. Click the "Upgrade Online" link.
3. Enter your credit card information.
4. Follow the link to download the Wrath of the Lich King game client.
That's it! If you haven't upgraded your account yet, now's your chance to take your World of Warcraft experience to the next level, whenever you want.
Ozzy Osbourne's been the Prince of Darkness since 1979 -- too bad Arthas is poised to steal the throne. In a series of nationally televised ads, Ozzy and Steve van Zandt want to know: "What's your #!@? Game?" Check the spots out here before they hit the airwaves and be sure to press the "Watch in High Quality" option (bottom right of the picture) for the best results:
The deadly cold of Northrend shows no mercy. Luckily, the master tailors at J!NX have crafted a set of epic new threads to keep you warm as you quest toward the Frozen Throne. Fight the Scourge in comfort and style with 12 brand-new clothing designs, and watch the Lich King's undead army flee in terror before the "RwlRwlRwlRwl!" cry of your adorable Talking Murloc Plush Toy. All of this new winter loot is available now at the
J!NX site.
We've added another fansite to our official fansite listing. We would like to welcome World of Raids to the program. Providing everything from guides to the latest official forum activity, World of Raids offers a little something for everyone.
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