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.

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.

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.

Land of Chaos Online features a full roster of 30 unique characters from two competing factions, the Army of Hell and the Forces of Nature. To leaf through the Book of Heroes and learn more about these warriors, assassins, magicians, and monsters, visit http://loco.alaplaya.net/chronicles

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

About 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. 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.

“After Land of Chaos Online, this is the next high-quality, free-to-play game that we will be releasing simultaneously in Europe and North America as a western publisher,” said Ingo Griebl, managing director of burda:ic.

“Forsakia is our first browser-only game. It provides players with an easy-to-access online RPG that is not only graphically impressive, but also includes complex features that have typically been limited to client-based games,” said Achim Kaspers, also a managing director of burda:ic.

Forsakia: The Lost Clans is set in Jianghu, a fabled land once governed by mighty clans that fell victim to a great tragedy. It is still unknown who or what caused their demise, but Jianghu has been immersed in chaos ever since. Now, it is up to the players to restore hope to this world by facing the powers of darkness, defeating monsters, and proving themselves as heroes.

Forsakia offers everything an RPG fan’s heart desires: player vs. player (PvP) combat, a pet system, six unique classes to choose from, guilds, individual houses for players to furnish, and much more. The huge, mysterious game world is brought to life with colorfully detailed graphics and experienced from an overhead, isometric perspective.

The upcoming launches of Land of Chaos Online and Forsakia are a key part of burda:ic’s plans to expand their alaplaya gaming portal. They hope to provide a targeted ten million users worldwide with up to ten high-quality MMO titles by 2011.

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.

The broken seals don’t just mean trouble for Droes Dungeon divers; they also mean trouble for the citizens of Chester Island. Scores of aggressive Droes monsters have started harassing travelers on their way to and from Cherrytown, and adventurers would be well advised to lend a hand if they want to gain the inhabitants’ trust.

Today’s news isn’t entirely bad, however, as the approaching update will also add a series of high-powered potions to the item shop. Specifically, players will soon be able to purchase potions that heal 50%, 75%, or 100% of their HP, MP, DP, or EN in one shot. Potions that heal both HP and MP over a period of time are also in the works, so there’s no excuse for even the most timid traveler to worry about exploring Florensia. Load up with the right potions and the right gear, and you may even stand a chance against the evil that lurks within the watery, luminous heart of Droes Dungeon!

For more information about the powered-up potions, Droes Dungeon, and 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.

“We’re convinced that LOCO’s stunning graphics and deep, tactical gameplay will really push the boundaries of the free-to-play MMO market,” said Achim Kaspers, Managing Director of burda:ic.

“Over 4,000,000 registered users have already enjoyed the great community we’ve built for the European market.” said Ingo Griebl, Managing Director of burda:ic. “By providing North American players with an equally dedicated, state-of-the-art infrastructure and offering top-quality games like LOCO, we hope to welcome our 10 millionth worldwide user before the end of 2010.”

LOCO features a roster of 30 unique characters from competing factions that include the Army of Hell and the Forces of Nature. Hulking warriors, evil magicians, giant monsters, and agile gunslingers all stand ready to join the fight, and each one brings a distinct set of strengths and weaknesses to the battlefield. Whether players are tearing through minions to reach a towering boss, destroying enemy camps to clear the map of opponents, or taking on another team in a guild battle, joining up with the right combination of characters is the key to victory in the Land of Chaos.

Over the next two years, burda:ic plans to bring close to 10 MMO franchises to the U.S., Canada, and Mexico with both English and Spanish-language service. Keep an eye out for official announcements of these titles in the coming months at www.alaplaya.net

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

About Land of Chaos Online

Developed by Danal, 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 fast-past 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 Danal

Danal Co., Ltd (www.danal.co.kr) is a leading provider of mobile payment and digital content solutions. Their optimized mobile payment service, first introduced to the market in 2000, is widely valued by internet companies and consumers alike for its convenience and security. Since the launch of the service, Danal have remained at the forefront of the rapidly-growing mobile payments industry, and have announced that they will soon be bringing their highly-trusted mobile payment service to the North American market.

To increase their focus on the digital content industry, the majority of which is represented by online gaming, Danal have also spent the last three years developing F2P Action MMORPG Land of Chaos Online. The game will be appearing on burda:ic’s alaplaya portal later this year.

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.