Burda:ic, a leading publisher of online games worldwide, today announced details of the most recent update for maritime fantasy MMORPG Florensia. The update includes a revamped sea tutorial, minor skill balancing changes, mini-map tweaks, and a Fishing system that provides players with EXP rewards for everything they catch.

Players in the mood for adventure can now head to the Lava Plateau to challenge the new boss monster, Ignis. Those who can withstand his fiery attacks will be rewarded with never-before-seen weapons, so gear up and get ready for a fight if you want to be one of the first to wield them!

The update also brings a handful of new random boxes and stat-boosting outfits to the Florensia Item Shop. Players looking to quickly gain a few levels should especially try out the twelve new Sakura Kimono and Hakama costumes, as they provide a 30% boost to land EXP and a 15% boost to HP recovery. After all, what’s not to like about looking sharp when you hit the open seas?

For more information about the update and Florensia’s adventure-filled world, visit http://www.florensia-online.com/.

About Florensia

Florensia is a free-to-play, maritime MMORPG that blends vibrant, colorful graphics with classically accessible gameplay. Choosing one of four starting classes, from the sword-wielding Mercenary to the spell casting Noble, players will do battle with a huge variety of weapons and magical abilities as they explore expansive, underground dungeons and sail uncharted seas. Players from every corner of the globe have already signed up and headed out in search of adventure, and there has never a better time to join them in the wild and wonderful world of Florensia.

About burda:ic

burda:ic GmbH is an online games publisher that markets and distributes massively multiplayer online games (MMOG) such as Ragnarok Online, Florensia, and Hello Kitty Online. Furthermore, burda:ic has established interactive gamer communities like alaplaya.net or sanriotown.com. More information about Burda:ic is available at www.burda-ic.com.

The University, notorious for its financial troubles, was deemed “too big to fail” by the Elanthian Education Department and was subsequently bailed out with a generous, albeit undisclosed, endowment.

“We’re delighted, simply delighted!” said Thaddeus Lackpants VIII, a professor at the school, at the press conference held earlier today. “The entire faculty and I are committed to our students receiving the finest Adventuring Education that delicious government funding can provide!” he added, a pile of Fubars tumbling out of his beard onto the floor.

The University justifies its new financial stability by touting its record of producing Class-A Adventurers. Many of its alumni have gone on to long, spectacular deaths, such as Dodgebrawler extraordinaire Randy McDandy, who put up a valiant effort against the fabled Badgerdragon before being summarily consumed and digested.

Opponents of the school, however, call the bailout “an affront to common decency,” and refer to F.U. by its initials with a bit more fervor than is socially acceptable.

Anyone interested in a hall pass for an early visit to Fantasy University (via the school’s “Closed Beta-Eta-Pi” summer session) should contact the PR flak listed below.

For more information, please visit the University’s Facebook and Twitter pages, download the information pack or peruse Professor Lackpants’ scintillating lectures and updates.

About Fantasy University

Fantasy University is a unique social adventure game on Facebook that puts a new spin on the old-school MMOG with grown-up humor and a plethora of pop-culture references. Created by gaming industry veterans Simutronics (whose founders created Gemstone IV, the longest-running commercial MUD in the world as well as Cyberstrike and Dragonrealms), Fantasy University combines exploration, combat, puzzles, and—above all—snarky intelligent humor with a uniquely appealing graphic style.

About Simutronics

Simutronics Corp is a leader in the business of massively multiplayer games. Incorporated in Virginia, Simutronics has offices in the St. Louis, Missouri and Washington, DC areas with more than 300 employees and contractors around the world. The company is privately held. Founded in 1987, the company has seen more than a million paying players around the world.

As an example of how different the characters in LOCO can be, consider the fighting styles of Very Mary Bell, the “master of confusion,” and Kilmor, the “iron wall.” Very Mary Bell relies on teleportation and illusions to avoid attacks and confound her enemies, making her a sneaky-yet-powerful offensive character. Only the truly observant even realize she’s nearby before she unleashes an attack.

Kilmor, meanwhile, is built to survive the heavy damage sustained in close-quarters combat. His Dragon Bash ability lets him quickly rush an enemy and knock them to the ground, and his Jade Cannon and Awaken skills both boost his strength significantly at the cost of agility. Kilmor isn’t the type to sneak up on an opponent, but his power and high HP mean he doesn’t need to use deception to win.

To learn more about the secrets within the Spellbook of Laair Hathy and the Book of Heroes, which contains a wealth of information about the history of LOCO’s warriors, visit http://loco.alaplaya.net/chronicles

Users who are interested in being one of the first players to set foot in the Land of Chaos should also make a trip to the alaplaya Facebook fan page. If they reach 10,000 fans before the end of Closed Beta registration on May 17, burda:ic has promised to hand out extra closed beta keys to their followers on Facebook!

For more information about registration for the Land of Chaos Online Closed Beta Test, head to www.loco.alaplaya.net/closedbeta

About LOCO – Land of Chaos Online

Developed by Danal Entertainment, Land of Chaos Online is a truly next-gen MMO that features high-end graphics, a roster of 30 playable characters with unique skills and personalities, and hectic online combat. LOCO’s unique combination of RTS, Action, and RPG elements is guaranteed to give players around the world a gaming experience unlike anything they’ve ever seen.

About burda:ic & alaplaya

burda:ic GmbH is a leading free-to-play PC online games publisher headquartered in Munich, Germany. burda:ic markets and distributes massively multiplayer online games (MMOG) such as Avalon Heroes, S4League, and Florensia. Its innovative alaplaya Gaming platform has continued to grow rapidly since its launch in summer 2007, with an expected 10 million registered users by end of 2010. More information about burda:ic is available at www.burda-ic.com.

In May of 2009, what started with only two servers and a vision to create the best possible user experience has evolved into a MMO phenomenon played around the world on 210 servers.

“This is an amazing moment for the Evony team, all made possible by a community that has shown us amazing support over the game’s first year,” said Walt Yarbrough, Vice President of Operations at Regan Mercantile, LLC. “Our goal with the Evony franchise is to achieve player happiness through engaging gameplay and a low barrier to entry. Year one marks only the beginning of the journey, as we continually look for new ways to give players a fun, immersive experience.”

“Today marks a special occasion for the Evony community,” said Tony Cerrato, Marketing Officer at Regan Mercantile, LLC. “We share our passion for Evony with a staggering number of players from all over the world. In just a year, we have built a rich community of players, from hardcore gamers to those discovering free-to-play gaming for the very first time. Evony is proud to welcome all types of gamers from all over the world as we head into our second year.”

The recently launched Evony: Age II features new quests involving historical heroes and cities, a redesigned graphical interface, and Facebook Connect integration, providing innovative ways for players to build their own kingdoms, form alliances with friends, conquer enemies and make new friends – all from a simple browser interface.

Join the celebration today at www.evony.com. For Evony updates, follow @EvonyOfficial on Twitter and connect with Evony on Facebook.

About Evony, LLC

Evony, LLC was founded to bring a new kind of game to life – a fun, competitive, and social empire-building experience that is unlike anything else online. Evony: Age I and Evony: Age II are the culmination of the company’s vision; in under a year, the game has recruited over 19 million users, and continues to grow. Evony, LLC owns the rights to the Evony brand, and with a focused and passionate team, the company oversees the development and management of the game through partnerships with proven vendors, including Regan Mercantile, LLC.

About Regan Mercantile, LLC

Regan Mercantile, LLC is an international organization that handles the development and management of online games and payment gateways for game owners. An efficient and effective model for the evolving online gaming landscape, Regan Mercantile works with game owners to ensure their vision is implemented and upheld. The company works with Evony, LLC to oversee the management and operation of Evony: Age I and Evony: Age II.

As Chapter III opens, players can expect new rewards including precious armor that can now be endowed with individual attributes by swapping gold and ‘Ancient Mementos’ for special items. In response to community feedback, less-experienced players can now select a difficulty level when entering the dungeons ‘Hall of Survivors’ and ‘Heart of the Ocean’. Cautious players can now also save their game progress in specific instances which means that when loading a saved game status, they no longer need to tackle bosses that they have already defeated.

This first phase of Chapter III also introduces an expanded in-game Monster Card System allowing players to gain valuable cards that are dropped by NPC opponents once they are defeated. The monster cards now have additional attribute points to improve their character’s stats. Update 3.0.0 also contains the announced three new guild drill grounds, six new guild quests and stone fortifications to expand the guild castles. Furthermore, elite skills have been adjusted in order to optimize the game balance.

As with all Runes of Magic expansions, the update is free and will install automatically when the game is started. For more information on Runes of Magic Chapter III – The Elder Kingdoms and a ten-week training program designed to fully prepare players for the third chapter see the official Runes of Magic website: http://www.runesofmagic.com/us/chapter3.html

About Runes of Magic
Runes of Magic has redefined the standard for free-to-play MMORPGs in terms of gameplay, fun and quality. The online role-playing game has an exciting, multi-layered story, driven by more than 2,400 quests set in the fantasy world of Taborea. To date, Runes of Magic has attracted more than three million registered users, making it one of the most successful free-to-play titles on the market, and a must play game for all fans of RPGs and MMO games. Runes of Magic features a unique dual class system enabling players to combine one of eight primary classes with a secondary class. The result is a deep player experience that expands upon the game’s broad customization offering. There are two different playable races, Elves and Humans, from which players can choose. Each dual class combination produces its own powerful elite skills. Another popular feature is the opportunity to furnish your own virtual home, and guilds can construct guild castles, which can be expanded with additional buildings. Thanks to comprehensive crafting and reputation systems, gripping PvP features, deep customization and demanding dungeons, Runes of Magic has something for everyone. Taiwanese developer Runewaker regularly expands the game world with new free content and challenges.

Runes of Magic Features
- Dual class system with eight classes and unique elite skills
- Individual furnishing of player housing and guild castles
- In-depth story experienced through over 2,400 quests laced with epic quest-lines
- Gripping Player-versus-Player duels in arenas and on the battlefield
- Easy travel using portal stones and a wide range of mountable animals
- Challenging boss-combat in dangerous and extensive dungeons with up to 36 simultaneous players
- Entertaining mini-games offering variety to the hero’s routine
- Dynamic crafting and customization of items
- Regular comprehensive free updates with new game content
- Free-to-Play: No monthly subscriptions, free to download the game

About Runewaker Entertainment Ltd.
Runewaker Entertainment was founded in August of 2004, with headquarters located in Taichung, Taiwan. The founding members were all very experienced in the field and decided to come together to pursue their dream. Currently Runewaker employs over 100 highly skilled programmers, designers and artists and is constantly expanding. Runewaker specializes in making massively multiplayer online role playing games (MMORPG). The company has built their own engine from scratch which rivals some of the best available on the market. Runewaker is constantly producing more content for Runes of Magic. Internet: www.runewaker.com

About Frogster
The Berlin based Frogster Interactive Pictures AG, listed on the stock exchange, has focused on the growth sector of massively multiplayer online games (MMOGs) at an early stage already. The company licenses, markets and operates its virtual worlds for millions of players in Europe, Asia and North America. In Europe its subsidiary Frogster Online Gaming GmbH is taking care of the operating business of the Frogster group. The Korean joint venture Frogster Asia Co. Ltd. based in Seoul develops new MMO games with an internal team and markets virtual worlds in Asia. Frogster America Inc. based in San Francisco, USA, markets and operates MMO games in North America. At their offices in Berlin, Seoul and San Francisco, the Frogster group employs more than 150 staff members in the fields of game development, licensing, IT, web design and web development, product management, marketing, PR, web publishing, community management, customer support, hosting, sales, billing and finance/administration. In the year 2008, Frogster won the “Landmark in the Land of Ideas”, a competition under the patronage of the German President Dr. Horst Köhler. Additional information is available at: www.frogster.de

The Closed Beta Test for Land of Chaos Online is set to go live on Thursday, May 27. It will feature over 10 playable characters, Annihilation and Battle Modes, three maps to wreak havoc on, and LOCO’s Guild and Enchantment systems.

Applications for the Closed Beta Test are currently open and will run until Monday, May 17. Players who would like to participate and be among the first to explore LOCO can find more details about the registration process at www.loco.alaplaya.net/closedbeta

To learn more about the histories and the skills of LOCO’s warriors, check out the “Book of Heroes” and the “Spellbook of Laair Hathy” at http://loco.alaplaya.net/chronicles

About LOCO – Land of Chaos Online

Developed by Danal Entertainment, Land of Chaos Online is a truly next-gen MMO that features high-end graphics, a roster of 30 playable characters with unique skills and personalities, and hectic online combat. LOCO’s unique combination of RTS, Action, and RPG elements is guaranteed to give players around the world a gaming experience unlike anything they’ve ever seen.

About burda:ic & alaplaya

burda:ic GmbH is a leading free-to-play PC online games publisher headquartered in Munich, Germany. burda:ic markets and distributes massively multiplayer online games (MMOG) such as Avalon Heroes, S4League, and Florensia. Its innovative alaplaya Gaming platform has continued to grow rapidly since its launch in summer 2007, with an expected 10 million registered users by end of 2010. More information about burda:ic is available at www.burda-ic.com.

Despite his dedication to tracking down the worst inhabitants of the Land of Chaos, the bounty hunter known as Randy Rozz has a truly checkered past. He spent his teenage years living on the streets, digging through trash and begging for food. His rough upbringing led him to become a notorious outlaw, ceaselessly hunted by the royal guards until the pope pardoned fugitives everywhere during a grand celebration. Randy Rozz took advantage of this second chance and committed the rest of his life to the pursuit of dangerous criminals.

Although her parents hoped she would live a normal life, Foxlady spent her childhood training with the legendary warrior “Whitefox” to become one of her tribe’s most powerful fighters. After years of study, she was sent out to explore the far reaches of the Land of Chaos. She soon met a girl from the Moonlight Tribe named Deerfeet and the two became close friends, but tragedy struck shortly after. An evil horde descended upon Deerfeet’s village to kill and kidnap the inhabitants, and Foxlady barely survived the encounter. She now stalks the trail of those evil forces in search of her kidnapped friend, destroying any who get in her way.

To leaf through the Book of Heroes and learn more about Land of Chaos Online’s diverse roster of warriors, assassins, magicians, and monsters, visit http://loco.alaplaya.net/chronicles

For more information about LOCO – Land of Chaos Online in general, head to http://www.loco.alaplaya.net

About LOCO – Land of Chaos Online

Developed by Danal Entertainment, LOCO – Land of Chaos Online is a truly next-gen MMO that features high-end graphics, a roster of 30 playable characters with unique skills and personalities, and hectic online combat. LOCO’s unique combination of RTS, Action, and RPG elements is guaranteed to give players around the world a gaming experience unlike anything they’ve ever seen.

About burda:ic & alaplaya

burda:ic GmbH is a leading free-to-play PC online games publisher headquartered in Munich, Germany. burda:ic markets and distributes massively multiplayer online games (MMOG) such as Avalon Heroes, S4League, and Florensia. Its innovative alaplaya Gaming platform has continued to grow rapidly since its launch in summer 2007, with an expected 10 million registered users by end of 2010. More information about burda:ic is available at www.burda-ic.com.

Developed by Danal Entertainment, Land of Chaos Online is a truly next-gen MMO that features high-end graphics, a roster of 30 playable characters with unique skills and personalities, and hectic online combat. Land of Chaos Online’s unique combination of RTS, Action, and RPG elements is guaranteed to give players around the world a gaming experience unlike anything they’ve ever seen.
About burda:ic & alaplaya

burda:ic GmbH is a leading free-to-play PC online games publisher headquartered in Munich, Germany. burda:ic markets and distributes massively multiplayer online games (MMOG) such as Avalon Heroes, S4League, and Florensia. Its innovative alaplaya Gaming platform has continued to grow rapidly since its launch in summer 2007, with an expected 10 million registered users by end of 2010. More information about burda:ic is available at www.burda-ic.com.

Easter is almost here, and the Lovely Dodos have returned to the forests and fields of Florensia. Players can hunt these rare birds for colored Eggs and Cherry Blossoms, both of which are key ingredients in the two exclusive recipes that have popped up in the town shops. Collect enough and you’ll be able to trade them in for a Cherry Blossom Coronet or an Easter Egg random box that contains festive items like Rabbit Ears, Fox Hats, and Mini-Dodos.

The beautiful cherry trees of Weedridge are also in bloom, providing the perfect opportunity to experience the Japanese tradition of cherry blossom viewing known as Hanami. Players should definitely take a trip to walk in the shade of the cherry trees and get a few picturesque screenshots before heading out to hunt down Lovely Dodos.

Those who want to look the part but don’t have time to hunt can grab Cherry Blossom Coronets, traditional Japanese dresses, Bunny Ears, and more from the Item Shop, as well as limited, class-specific Random Boxes and rare Hephaestus Treasure Boxes. Players will also earn an additional 50% Party EXP during the Easter & Hanami Event, so don’t miss this chance to join up with your friends and get bonus experience as you search for Blossoms and Eggs!

For more information about the event and about Florensia in general, visit http://www.florensia-online.com/.

About Florensia

Florensia is a free-to-play, maritime MMORPG that blends vibrant, colorful graphics with classically accessible gameplay. Choosing one of four starting classes, from the sword-wielding Mercenary to the spell casting Noble, players will do battle with a huge variety of weapons and magical abilities as they explore expansive, underground dungeons and sail uncharted seas. Players from every corner of the globe have already signed up and headed out in search of adventure, and there has never a better time to join them in the wild and wonderful world of Florensia.

About Burda:ic

Burda:ic GmbH is an online games publisher that markets and distributes massively multiplayer online games (MMOG) such as Ragnarok Online, Florensia, and Hello Kitty Online. Furthermore, Burda:ic has established interactive gamer communities like alaplaya.net or sanriotown.com. More information about Burda:ic is available at www.burda-ic.com.

“Just as the real Silk Road stretched thousands of miles and connected a wide variety of cultures, the dedication of Silkroad Online’s players has helped us create a community that spans the entire globe,” said Jina Song, General Manager at Joymax. “We hope everyone traveling the digital Silk Road has a blast exploring the land of Egypt, the grand city of Alexandria, and beyond!”

Upon entering the Tomb of the Pharaoh, parties are given the opportunity to choose from three difficulty levels before starting their 2-hour dungeon dive. Depending on the setting selected, monsters will drop items that range from moderately valuable to incredibly rare. There’s even a chance that players may stumble upon one of Legend V’s new eleventh-grade weapons, so those who are up to the challenge should definitely take advantage of the two visits they’re allowed to make each day.

The Temple, open to players level 105 and above, is perhaps the most dangerous place in Silkroad Online, largely because player vs. player combat is highly encouraged within its walls. There are still plenty of enemies to face and loot to grab, but players who become too focused on slaying monsters may find themselves cut down by the weapons of another adventurer.

Another new feature, the Set Item system, allows players to trade in gold and silver coins for gear sets that grow more powerful when worn together. These coins can only be collected from Alexandria’s dungeons, so expect a challenge if you want to complete each set.

Finally, the Legend V expansion also provides players with access to an increased level cap of 110, an easier-to-use item mall interface, and a revamped Alchemy system. Whether you’re new to the Silk Road or an experienced trader and traveler, grand new adventures await you in the world of Silkroad Online!

To find out more about Silkroad Online and Legend V: Heroes of Alexandria, visit the official website at http://www.joymax.com/silkroad/

About Silkroad Online

Silkroad Online is a massively multiplayer online RPG that puts the player deep into historical fantasy, joining the Chinese and European civilizations along the Silk Road trade route. Traveling across Jangan, from China to Constantinople, players can make their fortunes as merchants, prey on the rich as thieves, or be protection-for-hire as hunters. The most recent expansion, Legend V: Heroes of Alexandria, provides players with an increased level cap of 110, the new Set Items system, eleventh-grade weapons, the vast land of Egypt to explore, and two never-before-seen dungeons: the Tomb of the Pharaoh and the Temple!

More information about Silkroad Online and the Legend V: Heroes of Alexandria update is available at www.joymax.com/silkroad.

About Joymax

Since its establishment in April, 1997, Joymax has been developing and publishing quality games for the emerging game industry of the 21st century. Based in Seoul, Korea, the company has published numerous titles for the PC platform, and its first MMORPG, Silkroad Online, has grown to offer service in 200 countries since its 2004 launch. Joymax is to become a global entertainment company providing multimedia content. For more information, please visit www.joymax.co.kr/eng/.