Season of Discovery Phase 3 Preview - 6 Runes Per Class, PvE Event, 8 Raid Bosses

Posted 2024/03/25 at 1:36 PM by Rokman

which launches on April 4, 2024 globally

Mark your calendar for April 4 when Season of Discovery Phase 3 goes live at 1:00 pm PDT worldwide. Adventurers can level from 41 to 50, earn up to 10 additional talent points, brave new encounters in the Sunken Temple (Temple of Atal’Hakkar) as a new 20-player raid dungeon, discover new runes and abilities, and more!

New Rune Discoveries

Discover at least 6 new runes for each class by engaging in fun new puzzles, quests, and secrets. Utilize two new gear slots available in helms and bracers to apply your new runes.

Nightmare Incursions

Take part in an all-new outdoor PvE event and learn more of the story tie between mysterious dream portals and the new Sunken Temple raid dungeon. Earn new items and gain reputation with the Emerald Wardens as you progress.

Players will cross into the Emerald Nightmare through these mysterious portals in four locations around the world: Ashenvale, Duskwood, Hinterlands, and Feralas. Content is available to players who are leveling up as well as maximum level characters as they unravel the storyline.

Earn New PvP Rewards and More

PvP ranks increase from 5 to 7 and with all new rewards including new PvP class sets with 54 items and 18 accessories available to earn.

New Blood Moon rewards are available up to level 50 with three new currencies to collect and spend.

Discover the Sunken Temple Raid and Master New Dungeons

Enter the first 20-player raid dungeon in Season of Discovery when you travel to the Temple of Atal’Hakkar (Sunken Temple), where you’ll face 8 deadly bosses, claim all new rewards, and make exciting new discoveries. This redesigned experience brings to life the story of the increasing tension between the trolls and dragons.

Players can also gain new class quest rewards and quest rewards within the raid dungeon.

Players will also be able to rediscover Blackrock Depths, Maraudon, and Zul’Farrak dungeons with all new loot at maximum level!

Get Caught Up in the Season of Discovery!

Players now get the benefit of the Discoverer’s Delight experience buff*, which increases experience gains by 100% for all players through level 39! With the release of Season of Discovery Phase 3, players also gain an additional 50% experience buff from level 40-49. It’s a great time to join in the fun and prepare for Season of Discovery Phase 3, whether you’re just joining in for the first time, or creating and leveling a whole new character.

Players can also visit any innkeeper in the capital cities to turn the experience buff off or on.

We look forward to seeing you in the next phase of your adventures in Season of Discovery!

Comment by DarkhonorsSOD hype!Comment by ExtremelyCrustyAmazing changes!Comment by StormeeyWhy so soon! waaaaaay too soon!Comment by ablockSo they are just releasing phase 3 with a 50% exp buff? Phase 4 in early June so we can dive into Elden Ring DLC at the end of the month, please.Comment by MaceHelm7 day lockouts PLEASEComment by KinwiEmerald Nightmare? Im in, seems promisingComment by StormeeyWhy so soon! waaaaaay too soon!Comment by LenrisiaOh cool, so we get a 50% xp buff from levels 40-49Comment by StormeeyHopefully this is April Fool's though if history serves.. they put a lot of craziness into April Fool's posts, and this all seems in the realm of what you would expect for next phaseComment by StormeeyOh cool, so we get a 50% xp buff from levels 40-49Comment by HeirachiI love the new announcements but I feel like I only just got to 40 and I'm missing out on Phase 2. Am I the only one in this boat?Comment by greatbrownninjaThis is way too soon my guild still hasn't seen a single epic fist wep drop and we've only missed two lockouts through out p2 :(Comment by HoovesurdadySooner the better, glad they dont give a big heads up between phases.Comment by Budden7 day lockouts PLEASEComment by LomkailOh cool, so we get a 50% xp buff from levels 40-49Comment by ExtremelyCrustyGotta hand it to the SoD team. They are doing an excellent job. This video they released has some great stuff comingComment by IKLFaxEverything about this is amazing. Well done.Comment by klarHopefully 20mans won't kill too many guilds. Was really happy with 10 mans as we could play with close friendsComment by BlacKcuDHYPEComment by KiandaI love the new announcements but I feel like I only just got to 40 and I'm missing out on Phase 2. Am I the only one in this boat?