6:18 pm, November 25, 2014
With our new Mine-r-Tron permanent mining tool, you won’t miss out on any precious ore nodes while adventuring in the Silverwastes! Be sure to check out our ongoing Pre-Black Friday sale [..]
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6:18 pm, November 25, 2014
Do you remember the teaser we put out on the episode 25 of Ready Up? It’s time to find out what it was all about! Join Competitive Events Manager Joshua “Grouch” Davis an [..]
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6:18 pm, November 21, 2014
Match flow in PvP is affected by everything from team formation and arena queuing to the way players actually enter matches. I’m happy to announce that the process players use to enter PvP a [..]
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6:18 pm, November 19, 2014
Hello, Tyrians!
We’re very pleased to announce that on December 2 we will be releasing some major updates to PvP that will enhance and improve a number of areas of the PvP experience.
Matc [..]
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6:18 pm, November 18, 2014
The Silverwastes may be a tangle, but with our new Jungle Explorer Outfit and Pact Fleet Weapons, the Black Lion Trading Company has everything you need to clear a path in style! And let’ [..]
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6:18 pm, November 11, 2014
The battle in the Silverwastes continues, and we have everything you need to make your journey more enjoyable! Save your strength and have a golem cut down your trees, scare your foes with glowing [..]
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6:18 pm, November 4, 2014
The Mad King is at rest again – until next year. Here at the Black Lion Trading Company, we have everything you need to get back out to adventuring. A new finisher that makes a bold stat [..]
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6:18 pm, October 28, 2014
Whether you have extra candy corn or want extra commentary while adventuring, the Black Lion Trading Company has everything you need as the Mad King’s Festival continues.
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7:18 am, October 22, 2014
Even though the Black Lion Trading Company started celebrating Halloween early, we’re not out of festival goodies yet! Read on to learn about this week’s new offerings, plus li [..]
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7:18 pm, October 14, 2014
As the month plods on and we grow closer to that eerie time when the barrier between our world and the next wanes, the Black Lion Trading Company is showing the Mad King’s influence more [..]
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7:18 pm, October 7, 2014
The air is getting chilly, leaves are beginning to fall, and theres a definite hint of spookiness around Tyria! The Halloween celebration may not be coming back until later this month, but I just [..]
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7:18 pm, September 30, 2014
Whether youre looking for a little extra support in your World vs. World endeavors or trying to show off your fashion sensibilities with a new set of weapons, the Black Lion Trading Company is her [..]
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7:18 am, September 27, 2014
The Guild Wars 2 World Tournament Series will name a champion this December in China!
Its our first truly international tournament, bringing together top PvP teams from North America, Europe and Chin [..]
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7:18 pm, September 23, 2014
From bright displays of color to incendiary gathering tools, this week the Black Lion Trading Company is all about setting yourself apart from the crowd. Read on to learn about our two new permane [..]
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7:18 pm, September 18, 2014
Guild Wars 2 is headed to Eurogamer Expo! Since our livestreaming crew will be at Eurogamer, were not going to have our regular 12:00 p.m. PT livestreams on September 19 and Octobe [..]
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7:18 pm, September 16, 2014
This week, the Black Lion Trading Company is proud to bring you a grisly finisher for your foes, a beautiful back item, and another addition to our home instance gathering collection. Read on to l [..]
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7:18 am, September 10, 2014
This week, the Black Lion Trading Company is big on minis! Were introducing two of your favorite forest-dwelling foes and bringing back the Minis 3-Packs Sets 1 and 2 keep reading to learn more.
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7:18 pm, September 4, 2014
As part of the upcoming feature pack for Guild Wars 2, well be shipping a change thats been a long time in the making: a brand-new Trading Post! Weve put a lot of work into it to str [..]
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7:18 pm, August 28, 2014
Hey, folks,
As we continue to grow Guild Wars 2 and plan our next steps for the future of the game, its important we have a solid foundation for all the new players we plan to welcom [..]
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7:18 pm, August 19, 2014
Its a bountiful week here at the Black Lion Trading Company. Not only are we bringing you Belindas Greatsword and the elegant Ceremonial Plated Outfit, but were also bringing back a wide array of [..]
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7:18 pm, August 14, 2014
The September 2014 Feature Pack, which we announced yesterday along with our World Tournament Series, is bringing exciting additions to PvP!
Today, well be talking about two of our additions aimed at [..]
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7:18 pm, August 13, 2014
The Guild Wars 2 team, along with Kong Zhong, our publishing partner in China, is proud to announce the Guild Wars 2 World Tournament Series, an international compe [..]
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7:18 am, August 7, 2014
Now through August 11, every Black Lion Chest has double the normal chances to drop a Black Lion Claim Ticket or Black Lion Ticket Scraps! Scraps can be converted into Claim Tickets, which are use [..]
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7:18 pm, August 6, 2014
We had a great time talking about The Dragons Reach: Part 1 last Friday! If you couldnt join us for the live show on the Guild Wars 2 Twitch channel, you can get caught up now. Episode 4 of Points o [..]
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7:18 pm, August 5, 2014
This week, the Black Lion Trading Company is proud to bring you a new addition to our charr backpack line, savings on a bundle of items with the Tyrian Explorers Knapsack, and your last chance at [..]
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7:18 am, July 30, 2014
Its time for another week of sales, savings, and sensational new items! Read on to learn about our new Home Portal Stone, a miniature Scruffy the golem, and more!
NewMini Scruffy
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7:18 pm, July 23, 2014
Last weeks episode of Points of Interest is available on our YouTube channel now! Take a look at the video to catch up on all of last Fridays fun: Kate is joined by Tami Foote, Josh Foreman, and Pet [..]
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7:18 pm, July 22, 2014
This week the Black Lion Trading Company is proud to announce that were expanding our home instance gathering selection! Were adding in a bundle that will put three gathering trees into your home [..]
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7:18 pm, July 10, 2014
Hello Tyria,
Joshua “Grouch” Davis here, Competitive Events Manager at ArenaNet. Its my privilege to announce that at this years gamescom, well be partnering with our friends at [..]
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7:18 pm, July 9, 2014
If you werent able to check out Episode 2 of Points of Interest last Friday, the video is available now on the Guild Wars 2 YouTube channel. Our host Kate Welch is joined by Narrat [..]
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7:18 pm, July 8, 2014
This week, we here at the Black Lion Trading Company are all about panache! Weve got a brand-new method of delivering exactly the dye you need, a new pack that lets you save big on convenient and [..]
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7:18 pm, July 1, 2014
The Gates of Maguuma release begins today, and we here at the Black Lion Trading Company have the perfect items to send you on your way in style! Log in while the release is live to unlock free, p [..]
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7:18 pm, June 24, 2014
Youve got just one week left to revel in the Festival of the Four Winds, and the Black Lion Trading Company has everything you need to wring every last ounce of enjoyment from each day! Read on to [..]
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7:18 pm, June 17, 2014
This week the Black Lion Trading Company is proud to bring out an exciting update to character customization with some head-turning greens and pinks for your hair or eyes! Were also bringing back [..]
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7:18 pm, June 11, 2014
Were proud to announce that Tournament of Legends 2 will be starting soon!
Like the original Tournament of Legends, this is an opportunity for you and your team to not only demonstrate your battle pr [..]
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7:18 am, June 11, 2014
With the Festival of the Four Winds going on in the Labyrinthine Cliffs, now is a good time for Tyrians everywhere to relax, enjoy themselves, and indulge in some frivolity. To help with your merr [..]
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7:18 am, June 4, 2014
Its a busy week here at the Black Lion Trading Company! From a license to allow you to learn an additional crafting profession on each character to an eye-catching new finisher and returning minia [..]
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7:18 pm, May 27, 2014
The Festival of the Four Winds is in full swing, and what better way to celebrate than with a new outfit? Treat yourself to the new Ancestral Outfit so you look your best as you enjoy the festivit [..]
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7:18 am, May 21, 2014
Its an exciting week for the Black Lion Trading Company! Weve got a brand-new set of weapon skins, new faces in Total Makeover Kits, an adorable Mini Piglet, the return of the Bazaar Quaggan Mini [..]
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7:18 pm, May 2, 2014
Congratulations to the Civilized Gentlemen, winners of the European Tournament of Legends! Its not over yet though; the North American Tournament of Legends starts tomorrow!
Join John Blu Mullen and [..]
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9:16 pm, April 25, 2014
Spring here and Tyria is ripe with natures bounty! Take advantage of all that the earth has to offer with your own set of permanent gathering tools! The Molten Alliance Mining Pick, Consortium Har [..]
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9:16 pm, April 22, 2014
A new week means new items and savings from the Black Lion Trading Company! Read on to learn about this weeks news!
NewLawless Helm and Shoulders!
Show off you [..]
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3:16 am, April 16, 2014
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We here at the Black Lion Trading Company have been busy preparing to bring some exciting inventory changes online. Were proud to present you with three brand-new armor skins, five f [..]
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9:16 pm, April 9, 2014
Hi Guild Wars 2 music fans! Im Aaron McLeran, the audio programmer here at ArenaNet. Im here to tell you a little bit about the new drum instrument thats available now from the Black [..]
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9:16 pm, April 8, 2014
Im proud to present you with this weeks newest offerings from the Black Lion Trading Company! Were bringing you three beautiful miniature birds for your collection and a drum that will revolutioni [..]
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3:16 pm, April 5, 2014
The Black Lion Trading Company is running some special promotions this weekend! Were not just putting bank and bag slots on sale the Digital Deluxe Upgrade is on sale as well! To top it all off, [..]
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8:16 pm, March 28, 2014
Hello again Tyria! There are a lot of great new changes happening in the Mists with rewards, gear, build-making, and more! Its incredibly exciting to finally be able to share with you all of the updat [..]
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2:16 pm, March 25, 2014
One of the many exciting features coming in the April 2014 Feature Pack is the new Wardrobe, an account-wide system that allows you to collect every skin in the game!
Account Wardrobe: The Basics
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2:16 pm, March 25, 2014
With the new Wardrobe system changing the way you interact with your gear’s appearance, we felt that this was the perfect time to introduce some updates to the dye system. In the April 2014 [..]
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2:16 pm, March 25, 2014
The Black Lion Trading Company is pleased to present new dyes, a flashy new finisher, and the Frost Wasp Logging tool. A portion of all profits goes to the welfare of the citizens of Lions Arch! R [..]
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8:16 pm, March 21, 2014
Yesterday we introduced you to some of the upcoming changes to the traits system. Those changes, while exciting, are just one part of the balance updates bundled into the April 2014 Feature Pack! Toda [..]
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2:16 pm, March 20, 2014
Hello there! I’m Roy Cronacher, and as a game designer for ArenaNet, I’m excited to tell you about upcoming changes to the trait system. These changes focus on improving the ease o [..]
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8:16 pm, March 18, 2014
Congratulations, heroes, weve freed Lions Arch! Celebrate in style with new hair styles, adorable new miniatures, increased Collection stacks, and discounts!
New Hair Styles in Ma [..]
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8:16 pm, March 11, 2014
All of us here at the Black Lion Trading Company would like to express our pride in the folks currently storming Lions Arch to reclaim the city. As the company is currently serving as part of the [..]
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8:16 pm, March 7, 2014
We extinguished the molten alliance, blew up the aetherblades, poisoned the toxic alliance, and finally ****** scarlet in what to me felt like five seconds. . . But that doesn't stop what's coming fro [..]
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8:16 pm, March 4, 2014
The tides of battle have changed, my friends! The Lionguard generously equipped by yours truly is working side-by-side with heroes to retake Lions Arch from that evil sylvari and her villainous [..]
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2:16 am, March 2, 2014
And so we come to the close; the end of Living World Season 1. And as I contemplate how Arena Net is likely to ruin the one thing that quite a number of us are hoping for from this event (an end to th [..]
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2:16 pm, February 25, 2014
We here at the Black Lion Trading Company are honored to keep doing our part in keeping Tyria running despite Scarlet Briars devastating attacks on Lions Arch. Read on to find new offerings and sa [..]
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2:16 pm, February 18, 2014
Hello,
Some of you may remember a survey which has been done by GameStatistics on September 2013, about Guild Wars 2 players opinions about the game. The link for the survey had been put on Guild war [..]
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2:16 pm, February 11, 2014
Enjoy the finer side of life with this weeks offerings from the Black Lion Trading Company!
NewBox of Chocolates!
Unwrap the Box of Chocolates, our newest Costume Brawl [..]
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8:16 pm, February 7, 2014
Let it never be said that we here at the Black Lion Trading Company dont value our customers. Read on to learn about this weekends savings and sales!
Sale: Character Slot Expansio [..]
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2:16 pm, January 28, 2014
A new week means new, innovative items in stock at the Black Lion Trading Company! Mine to your hearts content with the new, infinite Watchwork Mining Pick, or look your best with the new Mask of [..]
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8:16 pm, January 24, 2014
Whether youre feeling blue or a slightly venomous green, the Black Lion Trading Company has a dye to suit your mood! From now until midnight PST on Sunday, January 26, you can pick up the retired [..]
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8:16 pm, January 21, 2014
The gigantic jungle wurm in Bloodtide Coast is really shaking things up, isnt it? Show off your dedication to the fight against this colossus with our new wurm-themed items! Read on to learn all a [..]
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2:16 pm, January 19, 2014
When you create an ascended weapon or armor you can choose from almost all of the available prefixes available in the game. The prefixes are set for ascended trinkets and some variations are deliberat [..]
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2:16 am, January 8, 2014
Because I am an insane person and a huge derp, I have decided to end my sabbatical and resume playing GW2 at least for a time. I hope my derpness amuses someone slightly in a parra [..]
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2:16 pm, January 7, 2014
We here at the Black Lion Trading Company feel that each new year is full of possibility. To get this one off to a good start, were pleased to present a new facial tattoo helm; and a new Introduct [..]
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8:16 pm, December 17, 2013
Wintersday celebrations begin today! Here at the Black Lion Trading Company, we have everything you need to get into the festive spirit.
NewUpgrade Extractor!
Did you accid [..]
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2:16 am, December 11, 2013
Although the nights are long and dark, folks all over Tyria are in good cheer Wintersday has begun! Snowball fights, festive activities, and (best of all!) toys all help to keep joy alive through the [..]
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2:16 am, December 11, 2013
Wintersday is here! To celebrate, the Black Lion Trading Company is proud to present new festive and functional items! Read on to learn more about our updates to the Total Makeover Kit, the new Co [..]
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2:16 am, December 7, 2013
On December 8, well be upgrading Guild Wars 2 billing processing by moving to a new, advanced billing platform. Were excited about this change, and we hope it will allow us more oppo [..]
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2:16 am, December 4, 2013
Wintersday is just around the corner! The air is getting crisper, Lions Arch will soon be decorated you know, I and my fellow Black Lion Trading Company representatives are so excited, we think i [..]
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8:16 am, November 29, 2013
In celebration of the spirit and season of giving, the Black Lion Trading Company is holding four straight days of sales! This Friday through Monday, you can pick up all manner of stylish and conv [..]
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6:38 pm, November 28, 2013
This is my outline on how to do this right. Sort off.
1) Month 1: Discontinue MF item creation:
"Rogue Second in Command after Shatterer has started consuming certain kind magic, he is rebelling [..]
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8:16 am, November 28, 2013
When we added the World XP system to World vs. World, it was our goal to create a sense of character progression in WvW gameplay. We wanted to reward people who put time into WvW by increasing the too [..]
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8:16 am, November 27, 2013
...being put up available for other races?
Just curious.
I know it's just for scholar classes but personally, I'd feel pretty bad if everyone can start suddenly wearing Norn t3 heavy even with a sli [..]
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2:16 am, November 27, 2013
Ellen Kiel has done it! After being supported by players in her bid for a seat on the Captains Council of Lions Arch, Kiel has made good on her campaign promises specifically, the promise to head up [..]
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2:16 am, November 27, 2013
If youre looking for something to spice up your wardrobe look no further! This week, the Black Lion Trading Company is proud to present three armor skins that will totally revamp your look. Read [..]
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1:39 pm, November 23, 2013
Having leveled two characters to 80, I have the following observations and opinions:
- The time it takes to get from 1 to 80 is suitable, but the first 40 levels can feel really slow while the last 1 [..]
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8:19 pm, November 19, 2013
So I go to log in after putting the game down for a bit to discover that my password doesn't work. I press "forgot password" and the screen comes up saying "service u [..]
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8:16 am, November 18, 2013
So, my previous thread got deleted, and I haven't (yet) been informed why. (Shoutout to you, admins!) Here are the contents of the disputable and controversial upcoming update.
I am NOT supporting o [..]
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8:16 pm, November 12, 2013
The fight against the Toxic Alliance is a joint effort. The bravest heroes, the Lionguard, members of the interracial Orders we’re all in this together. But perhaps nobody is fighting t [..]
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2:16 pm, November 5, 2013
Neither snow nor rain nor invasions from the Mad Realm nor the uprising of the new and deadly Toxic Alliance will keep the Black Lion Trading Company from providing you with new and useful items! [..]
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8:16 pm, October 29, 2013
Marjory Delaqua and Kasmeer Meade have found a way to pierce the veil protecting the krait in Kessex Hills! When the illusion falls, brave heroes need to be nearby to deal with the kraitand whatever i [..]
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8:16 pm, October 29, 2013
Halloween is nearing, and the Black Lion Trading Company has everything you need to celebrate in style. But dont just dress your best on Halloween! Weve got new armors and weapons that will change [..]
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2:16 am, October 24, 2013
I've progressed through the game on a Ranger and completed the main story line, which I found quite boring. I will be creating a new character soon, and I am dreading having to re-live the whole story [..]
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3:13 pm, October 23, 2013
Is there a skill builder so I can see what skills are available ect? I haven't played in the beta yet but I'll be playing next saturday. Is there also a spot whe [..]
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3:16 pm, October 22, 2013
Were one week in to the Halloween festivitieswhy not celebrate with some new Black Lion Trading Company costumes? Last years Witch and Mad King outfits are both making an appearance alongside the [..]
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9:16 pm, October 15, 2013
Halloween has returned to Tyria, along with the Mad Kingbut a new menace has emerged to threaten both the Mad Realm and our world! Magister Tassi needs your help to keep everyone alive long enough to [..]
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9:16 pm, October 15, 2013
Edrick was a monster, he brought his family shame
So the locked him in a box, mouth stuffed with candy corn
But now the son has risen to take his fathers name
Beware the Bloody Prince, the son of [..]
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9:16 pm, October 15, 2013
Halloween is fast approaching, and the Mad Kings lunatic influence is seeping into Tyria! Lions Arch is decorated in its spooky finest, children are running amok and begging for sweets, and the Ma [..]
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9:06 pm, October 15, 2013
Hey everyone
I dont know if this is the correct section, but you should really check your Guild Banks.
Somehow my own Guilds Storage is completely gone. The Guild Bank NPC says "Your Guild has [..]
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11:22 am, October 14, 2013
The Dragon Bash celebration has begun, and The Black Lion Trading Company has created some all-new items to help commemorate the event! Were pleased to bring you a free accessory item, some shiny [..]
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10:10 am, October 12, 2013
Will the Hunger Royale in BW3 be available has a mini-game in GW2 ?
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2:18 pm, October 10, 2013
From November 23-26 the Guild Wars 2 Digital Deluxe Edition will be available for the price of the Digital Edition, which means which means you get an assortment of helpful new items and the powerful [..]
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9:16 pm, October 8, 2013
This week, the Black Lion Trading company is pleased to present the Jack-in-the-Box Scythe, the latest and greatest innovation in the realm of portable harvesting technology. In addition, weve got [..]
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12:59 am, October 8, 2013
The best names are always unavailable soon after release, but since the game just started you have the potential to get anything. I thought I wasn't going to get it, but I got the name I really wanted [..]
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8:22 am, October 7, 2013
Thanks to the innovation and efforts of the Black Lion Trading Company, you can now show off your trendy side with our new armor skins, honor one of the Order of Whispers finest agents with a spec [..]
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8:10 am, October 7, 2013
The Dragon Bash celebration is in full swing! Celebrants all over Tyria are snacking on Zhaitaffy, trading blows in the Dragon Ball arena, and bashing the stuffing out of dragon piatas. The Black [..]
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12:06 am, October 7, 2013
The other night, I made a missclick when buying Karma goods. I doubleclicked the Karma NPC because he was swarmed by other interactables, but apparently my previous interact was just delayed--With my [..]
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