(*after next server restart)
The Chilling Excitment of Gardening
Gardening is more than just tending soil — it’s the quiet magic of creation. From a single seed, you can grow vibrant plants in every imaginable color, each one a living expression of your care and curiosity. With patience and a steady hand, ordinary dirt becomes fertile ground, water turns to life, and your home fills with the soft hum of growing things.
Every plant has its own story. Some yield rare resources, others bloom in colors never seen before. Through cross-pollination, you can discover entirely new species — hybrids born of your own experimentation. The thrill of watching a fragile sprout survive its first day, or seeing a rare hue appear for the first time, makes every gardener part scientist, part artist.
In time, your garden becomes more than decoration. It’s a place of discovery, reward, and beauty — a living reflection of patience and imagination. Whether you seek rare materials, new colors, or simply the calm joy of nurturing life, gardening offers a quiet adventure that grows with you, one day at a time.
The market stalls in New Haven / Ocllo are now available for anyone to rent. The stall rent is as low as 350g per week. You can pay up to 4 weeks in advance. Please note that the stalls are strictly for merchants. If they are used for any other purpose, we will have to terminate the rental agreement unilaterally.
Although Ocllo focuses on youngplayers, non-young players can also buy and sell here normally. Same is true for all NPC vendors in New Haven (now).
Good news, everyone! Halloween hath been extended until Nov 10th, granting you another 5 days and nights to wrap-up your candy hoarding!
Additionally, the Halloween House Decoration Contest is officially underway! We will rank the entries on/around Nov 14th, prizes will include some extra candy and a customized themed decorative item for top 3 designs.
Please post your Decoration Contest entries in Discord here: https://discord.com/channels/369023244038045697/1435320603816231073
We will extend the current Season 6 a bit in order to fit three seasons per calendar year in the future. Starting in 2026, the season periods will be as follows: Jan–Apr, May–Aug, Sept–Dec.
Occasionally you may encounter an issue where the game has trouble loading the custom artwork for our project. This issue will present itself as invisible objects in-game, like pets, objects, or any other artwork. Please use the instructions below to troubleshoot.
Issue: Unable to see Gold Pieces, Forges, Dyetubs, or any other custom items or mobiles in-game.
Cause: The game client may have a problem loading custom artwork files.
If the artwork still does not appear in-game, proceed to Step 2.
Close the game completely
Navigate to the cache folder:
C:\Users\<Your Username>\AppData\LocalLow\Unity\Citadel Studios Inc_Legends of AriaQuick access method:
Win+R%userprofile%\appdata\locallow\Unity\Citadel Studios Inc__Legends of AriaDelete the following folders and files:
Launch the game and log in
A Halloween raffle is now live! Visit Raff, the lottery official, outside Britain Bank. You will need 10 Halloween raffle tickets to enter.
We have started distributing market stalls in New Haven and Ocllo to players in order to set up vendors there.
A first quest for young players has been added to New Haven and Ocllo. Find Ranger Marcus in the city center for a bear hunt.
Halloween candy will down drop inside the puzzle chests from the exploding well event.
Halloween plant seeds now have a higher chance of dropping from the Headless Horseman summoned through grave digging.
Aggressive beings will once again attack Young players instead of being passive towards them
Fixed issue with players not being able to cast spells on beings in Ocllo
Fixed issue with Necromancy spells against corpses not working as expected
Fixed issue with creatures intentionally sent to Invulnerable, for display purposes, sometimes saying "Invulnerable" when they wander around
Collision issues around Ocllo have been fixed
The New Player Dungeon has been brought online and is accessible from the teleporter at the Cursed Village in Ocllo
Choosing to "cancel" a teleport confirmation will no longer hide nearby mobs to you unexpectedly in some cases
Grappling Rope can now be crafted by tinkerers. Players can use these to grapple onto boats, but beware: if the boat does not belong to you, you will become a criminal.
Added a flying raven effect when using the bounty hunter's seeker ravens. The seeker raven will now also search for orc players as well as murderers.
Reveal potions have been added for thief hunters. They can be purchased from the Thief Hunter Guild Master. See details on wiki at https://wiki.shardsofbritannia.com/en/thief_hunter#thief-hunter-reveal-potions
A new Bounty Hunter Guild has been introduced! See details at https://wiki.shardsofbritannia.com/en/bounty-hunting
Boats that are abandoned in Guarded areas will automatically drift to sea over time, this includes areas like docks, moats, rivers
Boats will no longer be able to be deployed from drydocked state while recently engaged in any combat
The Lord's Boon cooldown has been changed from 2 hours to 6 hours.
The PK dungeon lockout has been removed and replaced with a 2-hour no-hostile-action period. This change allows players to use their blue characters in these zones, which they were previously locked out of.
The chance of obtaining dragon eggs from greater dragons has been increased due to their recently enhanced difficulty.
Players can now bring boats into the Britannia Moat!
Ocllo now drops some candy, and a Halloween candy vendor has been added to the Ocllo bank.
New loot has been added to moat fishing.
The summoner's dark guardian cooldown has been changed to one minute.
Removed the requirement to kill rats in the new Gardener's Delivery Quest in Britain.
Beehives have been fixed.
New loot has been added to moat fishing.
The gardening vendor in Britain now also sells waterbags.
Wearing the Fortune Favor Talisman now grants improved Halloween candy drops from Halloween mobs.
Grave digging now provides a chance to drop a pile of fertile dirt (gardening resource).
Digging on farmers’ dirt now provides a chance to drop a pile of regular dirt (gardening resource).
A new special plant seed has been added to the Halloween vendor.
Vorthas, the skeleton elite, can now be found inside the Halloween dungeon.
The new Undead Dragon animations have been improved.
Added a new Necromancer Cart Decoration Installation Kit and a special Halloween Cart Decoration Installation Kit. These can be found on the Headless Horseman boss in the Halloween Dungeon.
Mailboxes not showing the Mail System options like Register Mailbox and other related options has been fixed, you may need to release and re-place your mailboxes if they don't show the correct Mail options on it
Trick or Treating with Halloween Costumes has been fixed for users with negative karma; now anyone can wear a costume and beg vendors for "trick or treating"
GM Tinkerers can now craft Adventurer's Rope, which teleports you to a selected location, similar to the Teleport spell, without requiring mana or reagents. It is single-use with a cooldown of 5 seconds in PvE and 30 seconds in PvP. Crafting requires leather and beeswax. Beeswax can be obtained through the new Gardening Delivery quest from Garin of the Green Thumb in Britain.
Many new Halloween items have been added to grave digging, including new plant seeds for the gardening expansion.
Adventurer's Rope New Cooldown Update: To balance gameplay, a 10-second cooldown has been added between using the Teleport spell and Adventurer's Rope. After teleporting, you'll need to wait 10 seconds before using the rope, and vice versa. Multiple uses of Teleport or Rope alone remain unaffected and the cooldown for PVP is now 30 seconds.
The loot of the skeleton elite in front of the Halloween dungeon has been adjusted (there is also chance of a rare drop :-) )
Updated the loot for tentacle plants.
Fixed a bug where thieves not in the Thieves' Guild had access to the special dungeon MOB loot tables.
Updated the Fortune Favor Amulets loot for MOBs.
Now when faction pillars are activated, factions cannot begin accumulating points until at least two factions have entered the faction pillar zone.
The stats for the Summoner's Dark Guardian have been reverted to their original values, with the addition of a one-minute cooldown between Dark Guardian spawns. Please note that we are currently working on a complete overhaul of the Summoner class.
As a reminder, all faction players on the winning side in pillar events will receive 10 faction coins and silver. The losing side will receive 5 faction coins and silver. The overall top player has a 10% chance of winning rare loot, including additional faction coins and gold.
Increased the drop rate for ethereal undead dragon bones from grave digging.
Added a new All Factions chat function, allowing all three factions to communicate with each other.
Increased the drop rate for faction coins from fallen faction players in the overworld to 2 coins and in guarded towns to 4 coins.
Added a rare chance for faction players to receive a faction chest (containing faction coins and gold) when killing faction players outside of pillar events.
Gardening features are rolling out. Please note that it will be done in steps and is subject to change. The first step covers the core system and some special seeds. The original UO T2A seeds with breeding, color hybrids, resources, etc will be rolled out at a later stage:
Public wells have been added to the towns. They will provide water for gardening to those who do not own their own water source.
Thornwick, the gardener vendor has been added to the former alchemist house in Britain, just east of the bank
Plain plant pots and regular dirt have been added to sales inventory of the gardening vendor
A new craftable "Waterbag" has been added to tailoring (no recipe required)
A new craftable watersource "Waterspout" has been added to tinkering (provides water for gardening and will automatically refill after a given period of time)
Garin Of The Green Thumb, the new gardening token vendor has been added to the game (in front of the gardeners house in Britain)
Garin will accept gardening tokens as currency to allow players to buy more fancy and efficient watersources like a fountain and a well, a composter to create dirt from organic waste and a watering can for more convenient plant watering.
Please note: gardening tokens are not yet available in the game, we are working on it :-)
The cost to insure Thief Hunter armor has been halved.
A new leaderboard has been placed at the Thief Hunters' Guild in Britannia. Thief hunters can drop the decapitated heads of thieves they have killed onto the bounty hunter to add the kill to their tally.
Rare gardening seeds have been added to the Halloween bosses, exploding tentacle plants and exploding desert cacti.
The loot for the Headless Horseman and Necro Witch has been adjusted, with grave dust and other goodies added.
A new horse-and-cart delivery quest has been introduced. Garin of the Green Thumb, located near the alchemist in Britain, will ask you to deliver three large piles of soil to farmers in Britain, Minoc, and Yew. The farmers will provide rare seeds, which you must return to Garin in exchange for a gardening token. This token can be used to purchase items for the new gardening system.
-The asset for the undead dragon/drake has been updated. Necromancers can now raise undead wyverns, which will use the previous undead dragon asset. Please visit the item fixer in Britain to restore any colors or dyes on your undead dragons if applicable.
Recently we moved the Web Map (http://map.shardsofbritannia.com/) from a GitLab project to a pure wiki-based solution, so now everyone with Wiki Edit access can edit the map waypoints and features! The old URL will now re-direct to https://wiki.shardsofbritannia.com/en/map
Note: waypoints are usually maintained by the community, some of them may be outdated and need updating. We will do our best to update them as time permits as well. Thanks for your contributions!
Hear ye, hear ye!
There are still market stalls available that interested players can rent for a small amount of gold to sell goods in the city of New Haven in Ocllo. The audience will mainly consist of young players who need equipment and items for their adventures.
Merchants can also buy resources such as leather, metal, wood, and more from young players so they can earn some gold.
Anyone interested should send an in-game message via "/feedback" to the team. The market stalls will be allocated tomorrow—don’t miss your chance :-)
Additional information: https://shardsofbritannia.com/news/the-new-haven-market-a-merchants-haven-for-all-apply-today
Hear ye, hear ye!
There are still market stalls available that interested players can rent for a small amount of gold to sell goods in the city of New Haven in Ocllo. The audience will mainly consist of young players who need equipment and items for their adventures.
Merchants can also buy resources such as leather, metal, wood, and more from young players so they can earn some gold.
Anyone interested should send an in-game message via "/feedback" to the team. The market stalls will be allocated tomorrow—don’t miss your chance :-)
Additional information: https://shardsofbritannia.com/news/the-new-haven-market-a-merchants-haven-for-all-apply-today
The server will be restarting at 9:30pm UTC, approximately 30 minutes from the time of this post, to apply some hotfixes. The downtime will be minimal as we're just restarting quickly. Thanks for your patience!
The New Haven Market: A Merchant’s Haven for All
Citizens of Britannia, travelers of Ocllo, and aspiring merchants, a new chapter in the commerce of New Haven is unfolding.
As part of the island’s renewed focus on guiding and empowering new adventurers, a permanent player-driven marketplace is being established in the heart of the village. More than just a place to buy and sell, the New Haven Market is a shared space—an open-air bazaar where the realm’s experienced heroes can support the next generation through trade, decoration, and generosity.
A Market Built by Players, For Players
Located in the town square, the market is made up of individual rental stalls, each available to players who wish to offer their goods to others. For a small weekly fee, a stall can be rented and customized—allowing players to create immersive displays that reflect their wares.
These aren’t just static vendors. Each stall can be decorated with care, showcasing the style and personality of its merchant. Whether you're a mage selling spellbooks, a blacksmith offering fine blades, or a tinker displaying trinkets, your stall becomes your story.
Made to Serve New Adventurers
The market is intended to serve one goal: to support those just beginning their journey. Items for sale should be useful, accessible, and affordable—ideal for new players who have earned their first few coins and want to gear up, personalize their look, or enhance their play.
One Stall Per Player, One Purpose
To ensure diversity and balance, each player may rent only one stall. This encourages thoughtful curation and keeps the market fresh and fair. Stallholders are expected to focus their offerings on items appropriate for newer adventurers—not rare artifacts or high-end goods.
Interested in Selling? Apply for a Stall
Players who are interested in becoming a merchant in New Haven must submit an application. This helps us ensure the spirit of the market remains focused and fair. Applications should briefly describe what you plan to offer, and how your stall supports new players. Submit your application as feedback please (type "/feedback" ingame and start the message with "Ocllo Market Application:"),
If selected, you’ll be granted a rental spot, the ability to place a vendor, and the freedom to decorate your space in a way that brings your vision to life.
The Soul of the Market
The New Haven Market is more than a feature—it’s a gathering place. A place where stories are shared, goods are traded, and characters come to life. It’s a small town within a village, built by the players, for the players.
Whether you dream of becoming a legendary merchant or simply want to lend a hand to the next generation of adventurers, the market welcomes you.
Will you claim your stall and help shape the spirit of New Haven?
We're aware of, and looking into, an issue with the mini-map not rendering consistently since the map update earlier today. We'll work as quickly as possible to resolve or improve the mini-map
The server is coming back online. Good news - we have launched the Ocllo updates (See https://shardsofbritannia.com/news/ocllo-launches-end-of-october for details). Your game client will soon download a new version of the britanniamain asset which may take a little time. The server is coming back online now and will be ready for login in roughly 10 minutes.
### Update
The update is taking a little longer than expected. We're expecting another 20 to 30 minutes until about 9pm UTC when we expect to be back up. Thanks for your continued patience.
### Prior Announcement
We're currently offline for previously announced scheduled downtime. We will post again when the server is coming back up. Apologies for the inconvenience and thanks for your patience.
At 7pm UTC, approximately 1 hour from the time of this post, we will be going offline for approximately 1 hour to deploy some updates.
We appreciate your patience while we work to bring the server back online. Please keep an eye on #news in Discord for updates on when the server will be available again.
Adventurers, prepare yourselves — Ocllo Island opens its shores at the end of October! ⚔️✨
Begin your journey in New Haven, a safe haven built to guide you through your first steps in Britannia. Learn, grow, and uncover the island’s hidden secrets. Veterans are invited to explore Ocllo’s mysteries, lend a hand to new adventurers, or claim your own merchant stall in the New Haven Market.
🔥 Adventure, trade, and discovery await — this is just the beginning of a new era for Britannia.
âš“ Get ready. The journey begins soon.
Welcome to New Haven: Your First Steps in Britannia
Nestled on the eastern shores of Ocllo, the quiet stone village of New Haven welcomes adventurers of all kinds — wide-eyed novices, weary travelers, and aspiring heroes alike. Here, far from the turmoil of the mainland, the journey begins not with fanfare, but with purpose.
Whether you’re taking up your first sword, stirring your first spellbook, or simply curious to discover the mysteries of Britannia, New Haven offers the perfect refuge to grow, learn, and prove yourself.
A Land of Safety and Secrets
Unlike the war-torn cities of the realm, Ocllo Island is protected by ancient enchantments. For those new to the world, these protections are a blessing — shielding fledgling adventurers from the dangers of rogue spells, thieves' hands, and bloodthirsty blades.
Within these safe lands, you’re free to hone your craft. Take up a pickaxe and mine the island’s veins of ore, or swing your blade against the bones of the undead in long-forgotten corners of the land. Hunt, fish, gather, or conjure — Ocllo supports all paths.
But don’t mistake peace for dullness. The island harbors mysteries for those who seek them. Hidden throughout the forests, coves, and ruined trails are secret encounters, waiting to be discovered by the curious and the bold. These may appear without warning — a strange statue in the woods, a forgotten altar by the cliffs, or an unnatural chill in the air. Seek them out, and you may find lore, loot… or something far more unexpected.
The Young and the Brave
If you are marked as Young, the world gives you certain mercies. Creatures beyond the island cannot reach you. Vile murderers cannot stain your journey. And you are given a clear path forward — one of discipline, courage, and discovery.
But this blessing does not last forever.
Your skills will grow. Your confidence will rise. And with time, the protections of Ocllo will begin to fade. This is not a curse, but a calling — to step beyond the island, and into Britannia proper, where fame and peril await in equal measure.
A Village Full of Guides
New Haven is more than just stone and sea. It is a village alive with knowledge. Friendly instructors, merchants, and mystics are eager to aid those who ask. Whether you walk the path of the warrior, tamer, thief, or mage, there are those in New Haven ready to help you sharpen your talents and chart your destiny.
Wander the market. Visit the docks. Speak to those who seem out of place — you may find they were placed there for you.
The Shadows Beyond the Light
Though the heart of the island is serene, not all corners of Ocllo are safe. Strange beasts have begun to stir beyond the edge of the village — among them, the forsaken ruins of Vaelthar, a seaside village swallowed by undeath and stone.
It is said that deep within those ruined streets, Stone Wyrms slither beneath the rubble, guarding relics of the past. Those brave enough to explore Vaelthar’s haunted alleyways may uncover powerful treasures — including a rare dye said to mimic the very skin of the Wyrms themselves.
Begin Your Legacy
New Haven is not the end of the journey. It is the spark. The forge. The breath before the storm. From here, your path is yours to shape — whether you seek gold, glory, power, or purpose.
So gather your courage, ready your tools, and step forward. The world of Britannia is vast, and your story has only just begun.
Halloween Activities:
Halloween Dungeon:
MOBA Arena Dungeon
Halloween Paragons:
Cleaning Up Britannia:
Halloween Vendors:
Gravedigging:
Fishers, Miners, Lumberjacks oh my!
Trick or Treat with the Begging Skill:
OUIJA Board Interactivity:
Halloween Bazaar:
Halloween Decoration Contest:
Halloween Raffle:
The Fortune's Favor Amulet will now enhance loot for magic weapons, armor, shields, and other items, including unique items from all monsters in the desert: Balron, Dino Riders, Raptors, Bandit Brutes, Flain's Minions, Voraxis, Bone Lightning Mage, Oni, Orc Brute, Rotting Corpse, Stone Golem, and Daemons. Visit the Jeweler in Britain to buy one today for 5,000 gold!
Test Post, Please Disregard
At the Britannia Bank, there's a magical wisp! Gather 5 friends around it to summon a magical fountain!
Every weekend, come and experience the Exploding Wells event in Paws! Check our official Discord for more information!
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