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Looking for a unique new browser MMO? If so, you might want to check out Castlot, the latest title to be added to the ClapAlong delivery platform. Castlot is a fantasy MMO set during the sixth century amidst Britain's struggles with Saxon invaders.

The game features two factions as well as mechanics that allow for sabotage, scheming, and all manner of dastardly tricks against your enemies. A new Castlot press release outlines one possible scenario which revolves around releasing a goblin into an enemy player's annexed land. Said goblin will allow you to steal your target's resources, the better to stockpile your own supply of crops and upgrade your castle.

On the other hand, goblin infiltrators may be countered by the placement of traps, so you'll want to think carefully when it comes to strategy and tactics. Castlot features a mix of turn-based and real-time combat, and the game will be hosting a public beta phase later this month.

MassivelyCastlot browser game to feature sabotage mechanics originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 04 Aug 2011 10:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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As the old axiom goes, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. If you're into explosive little green guys, well this image is definitely for you! Today, along with the news that World of Warcraft's newest expansion Cataclysm has broken more sales records, we hear from Mendus, who failed his saving throw against Goblins, and is back in World of Warcraft. He writes in to explain today's odd-looking One Shots: "After a two year hiatus from the game, I experienced the beta and the new/old content (if you get my meaning), and that alone was good enough to pull me back in. I had always wanted to go back to Azeroth as I never felt it had been given the proper treatment, and I really can't say anything bad about the tremendous work the devs have done with the continent. The best part for me, however, was a little addition to the game in the form of a floppy-eared, rude, green race: the Goblins. As I adventured through the new content, a quest in the Thousand Needles was too cute for its own good, and I just had to capture the moment -- these cute little fellas looked so adorable with their little diving helmets. Awwww."

Have you recently returned to an MMO after a long hiatus? If you'd like to give us a screenshot of what drew you back in, we'd love to see it. Just send it in to us here at oneshots@massively.com along with your name, the name of the game, and a description of what we're seeing. We'll post it out here on Massively.com for everyone to check out and give you the credit for sending it in!

Gallery: One Shots: 2011

MassivelyOne Shots: Time is money, friend originally appeared on Massively on Mon, 10 Jan 2011 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Looking to get a head start on some F2P dungeon-crawling, vampire staking, and goblin smashing? It's your lucky night, as Nexon America has let us know that the Vindictus open beta has left the terminal a bit ahead of schedule.

The festivities include the game's newly accessible third episode, the aforementioned new mobs, and a new dungeon (Ainle), which you can enter from boat dock three. Inside, you'll encounter a town overrun with fireball-flinging undead and assorted underworld minions, many of which can be picked up and used as thrown weapons thanks to the game's Source Engine physics.

In addition to the new content, early access beta players will be able to retain their characters, rank, and loot when Vindictus officially launches later this month. Check out more of our Vindictus coverage, including video of the game's grappling moves, or head over to the official web site for more info.

MassivelyVindictus open beta off to an early start originally appeared on Massively on Wed, 13 Oct 2010 20:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Are you part of the masses eager to get your hands on a Vindictus beta key? Well, we have good news for you! Nexon has let us know today that its highly anticipated free-to-play hack-and-slash action-adventure how-many-hyphens-can-we-get-in-a-sentence game, Vindictus, will be heading to a true open beta status in North America on October 13th. So, sure, you could continue spending time trying to track down a key, or you could simply relax and get ready for the doors to open on the game in a couple of weeks.

As part of the opening, Nexon is going to be adding in the dungeon of Ainle, which will offer players new challenges in the form of fireball-throwing vampires and goblins intent on destruction. Nexon has also said that players will have to do everything they can to stop these new invaders, including "hurling the corpses of their defeated enemies at the attacking mobs." Also, players will have a chance to check out the fishing system as a way to enjoy some downtime and potentially land some nifty loot. You know, if you can pry yourself away from hacking everything to bits. If you aren't in the beta, we have a handful of new screenshots for your eyes below.

Gallery: Vindictus Gallery

MassivelyVindictus is moving into (fully) open beta in North America originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 30 Sep 2010 19:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Welcome to Know Your LotRO Lore, a new weekly column here at Massively showcasing the lore of J.R.R. Tolkien's world as it intersects with Turbine's Lord of the Rings Online.

Probably the most predominant evil race in Middle-earth, the Orcs come in many shapes and sizes. Their origins are often debated, and their definition has actually been changed throughout the life of Tolkien's work. One thing is for certain though: Orcs are filled with hate, and lead miserable lives for the service of Sauron.

They also evoke many unanswered questions from those new to the Tolkien scene. Did Tolkien invent the Orc? Are Orcs really just cursed Elves? Are goblins considered Orcs? What is an Uruk? Luckily for us lore buffs, there aren't simple yes or no answers to these questions. Follow along through this week's Know Your LotRO Lore to find out more answers to your Orc questions.

Gallery: Know Your LotRO Lore

LothlorienThe EntsGimliThe ValarOrcs and Goblins

MassivelyKnow Your LotRO Lore: Orcs and Goblins originally appeared on Massively on Tue, 27 Jan 2009 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The next scenario in our lineup is the Gates of Ekrund. Tier 1 players in the Mount Bloodhorn and Ekrund zones are able to queue up for this scenario, and battle for control of the mighty Gates that separate the two regions. Featuring three objectives to capture, the real fight will almost always take place at the Gate Switch in the middle. Click the magic button to view our gallery guide, for a better look at how the Dwarfs and Greenskins like to get their Waaagh! on. The next page features the Empire vs. Chaos pairing scenario, Nordenwatch.

Gallery: Warhammer Online: WAR Camp Series

Capturing and defending keepsIt all starts in Tier 2The bottom floorThe Keep LordKeep architecture

MassivelyMassively's WAR Camp: Tier 1 Scenario Guides pt. 2 originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 18 Sep 2008 11:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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On first seeing this video, we're not entirely sure what to think. Does Jay Leno really prefer being a Gobbo in Warhammer Online or is it just that Gobbos are the only ones with big chins? We're guessing it's the chin. You're probably rightfully wondering why Warhammer Online is appearing on The Tonight Show. Well you're not alone. Our only guess would be that this is some sort of preemptive strike at cultural relevance before the game is even out. Everyone knows that once a game has cultural relevance it's just a matter of time until those subscription numbers start falling from the sky like nerdy rain.

It's also probable that this is just an honest-to-goodness case of The Tonight Show taking an interest in Warhammer Online. Paul Barnett is there on that video doing his "Crazy Englishman on Crack" bit that we love him for doing. Either way, it's a baffling video to watch and you'll probably find your palm firmly pressed against your face by the end of its short duration. It's after the cut, for those of you brave enough to watch it.
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MassivelyJay Leno joins the Greenskins in Warhammer Online originally appeared on Massively on Thu, 07 Aug 2008 16:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Up until now, you might have had a shaky understanding of all the basics in EA Mythic's upcoming Warhammer Online. If that's the case, then there's a recent article where you can read up on what we like to call the, "WAR Essentials" as it's pretty much covering the basics.

Unfortunately, if you've been following news on WAR then there isn't anything here that you didn't already know. It's nice as a refresher on all of EA Mythic's basic talking points, though. In fact the article itself sort of reads like that: a prolonged "back-of-the-box" set of bullet points. It just seems a little dry for a preview about a videogame like Warhammer Online, where there are some crazy things to talk about like squigs or little (and big) green monsters from space.

It wouldn't have hurt to try and spice things up a little, is all we're saying.

MassivelyWarhammer Online preview covers all the basics originally appeared on Massively on Tue, 29 Apr 2008 19:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The Lord of the Rings Online site is featuring the High Pass in its "Exploring Middle-earth" series. Located in the Misty Mountains, near the Vale of Imladris, it used to be the most commonly traveled route through the area. Lately however, it has become overrun by goblins and giants. In fact, the LotRO site reminds us that it was in this area that Thorin and company had to get away from some boulder-hurling giants -- and anyone that has been around giants in-game will know that they still maintain this annoying habit.

There is a small encampment (pictured) at High Pass that offers some quests, and is a good area to visit in the mid to upper 40's. It's also not a bad place to do your selling before or after a trip to Goblin-town, which isn't too far away. Visit the official site to find out more about the history of the area.

MassivelyVisit LotRO's dangerous High Pass originally appeared on Massively on Fri, 14 Mar 2008 10:30:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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The EQ2 Players site hosts a player-written review of one of EverQuest II's zones every week, and this week the focus is the goblin dungeon Runnyeye. Player Xalmat of the Permafrost server shares his knowledge of the zone, including the basics like how to get there and what level you should be to visit, to a detailed and lengthy rundown of strategies to use when moving through the zone, and even a handy list of some named mobs to look out for.

Continue reading EQ2 community zone reviews: Runnyeye

MassivelyEQ2 community zone reviews: Runnyeye originally appeared on Massively on Tue, 11 Dec 2007 21:00:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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